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Since 2002, skateboarding legend Tony Hawk has helped build nearly 700 public skateparks that give 17 million people a year access to action sports. His model has inspired grassroots skate communities from Gaza to Uganda to create safe spaces for youth in the world's most challenging places.
A red-tailed hawk near death from starvation received a life-saving blood transfusion from another hawk at the University of Illinois. The emaciated bird is now strong enough to prepare for release back into the wild.
Atlanta Hawks star Jonathan Kuminga accidentally made a 75-foot shot while trying to pass the ball, creating the sixth-longest basket in NBA history. The improbable moment capped off the Hawks' 11th straight win as they surge toward the playoffs.
Two Tennessee firefighters made an unexpected rescue when they spotted a red-shouldered hawk struggling with its foot caught in a fence line. Their quick thinking and gentle approach gave the bird a second chance at flight.
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After years of stalled investigations, South Africa's elite police unit rushed 13 lottery fraud cases to prosecutors in just weeks. The sudden action came after the Hawks missed a key parliamentary meeting, reviving cases where millions meant for charities allegedly went to corrupt officials instead.
The Atlanta Hawks are celebrating a cultural landmark with an unusual tribute night featuring lemon pepper wings, live music, and exclusive merch. When the Orlando Magic visit on March 16, it's more than just basketball.
A rough-legged hawk with a badly broken wing that had already started healing wrong made a full recovery at a wildlife rescue center and returned to the skies. The bird proved rescuers wrong when it flew beautifully just months after arriving with an injury vets feared would never heal properly.
A young harrier hawk walked away unscathed after crashing into a car and getting stuck in the grille during a test drive in New Zealand. Thanks to quick-thinking mechanics and devoted veterinary staff, the bird flew free within 24 hours.
Jonathan Kuminga accidentally made the eighth-longest shot in NBA history during Atlanta's winning streak. The 74-foot buzzer-beater perfectly captured the Hawks' incredible momentum as they surge toward the playoffs.
Adelaide Crows legend Tony Modra is conscious and stable after surviving a serious truck crash that left him with severe facial injuries. Thousands of fans honored the beloved player during Saturday's match, celebrating signs of his promising recovery.
A red-tailed hawk found motionless on a Pennsylvania roadway is bouncing back at a wildlife rehab center, and staff say its spunky attitude means recovery is going well. The bird went from lying drenched and distressed to eating regularly and testing its wings in an outdoor flight enclosure.
Tony Vitello made history by becoming the first college head coach to jump directly to MLB manager, taking the helm of the San Francisco Giants. The intense 47-year-old who won a national championship at Tennessee is bringing fresh energy to professional baseball.
A New Zealand region proves weekend getaways don't have to leave you drained. Hawke's Bay offers float tanks, contrast therapy, and vineyard lunches that actually restore energy instead of depleting it.
Boise firefighters are becoming unexpected bird rescue experts after saving their second trapped red-tailed hawk in just 30 days. The crew is now joking about earning a new nickname for their feathered rescue streak.
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Nearly seven years after her death, Nobel Prize winner Toni Morrison's powerful university lectures are finally available in book form. The collection reveals how the legendary author challenged American literature's portrayal of Black people.
Australian football star Tony Modra is back on his feet one month after a devastating truck accident that required facial surgery and titanium plates. His grateful Instagram post is touching thousands as he celebrates the medical team who saved his life.
The Atlanta Hawks secured their first divisional title in four years with a commanding victory, while LeBron James reached a historic milestone that puts him among basketball's all-time greats. Friday night brought playoff dreams to life and cemented legacies across the NBA.
A black hawk-eagle appeared in a Querétaro nature reserve for the first time, marking a stunning 150-kilometer expansion beyond where these endangered raptors were thought to live in Mexico. The discovery suggests conservation efforts may be helping tropical forests recover enough to support apex predators.
A driver's quick action saved a rare Northern Hawk Owl after a vehicle collision near Richer, Manitoba. Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre is now working to heal the bird's fractured wing so she can return to the wild.
After being betrayed at last year's Stand & Deliver, Tony D'Angelo redeemed himself by winning his first NXT Championship in a thrilling four-way match. The dramatic showdown in St. Louis saw D'Angelo overcome three tough opponents to claim wrestling's developmental brand top prize.
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