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Trainer Willie Mullins Makes Grand National History at 69
SportsApr 12

Trainer Willie Mullins Makes Grand National History at 69

Irish horse trainer Willie Mullins just joined racing royalty by winning his third straight Grand National, matching a record that stood for 71 years. The humble 69-year-old says he's enjoying the sport more now than ever before.

BBC Sport2 min read
Bruce Willis' mom, 90, named LAPD Volunteer of the Year
VideosMar 31

Bruce Willis' mom, 90, named LAPD Volunteer of the Year

Marlene Willis has volunteered at an LAPD station for 22 years, earning Volunteer of the Year honors. Her famous son? She never even mentions it.

Upworthy3 min read
Willie Mays Highway Opens on Baseball Legend's 95th Birthday
Community HeroesMay 7

Willie Mays Highway Opens on Baseball Legend's 95th Birthday

San Francisco just gave baseball legend Willie Mays a permanent home in the city he helped define. A stretch of Interstate 80 near Oracle Park now bears the Hall of Famer's name.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)2 min read
Marlins Honor 2003 World Series Heroes Beckett and Willis
SportsFeb 8

Marlins Honor 2003 World Series Heroes Beckett and Willis

Two champions from the Miami Marlins' magical 2003 World Series run are heading to the team's hall of fame. Josh Beckett and Dontrelle Willis will be immortalized this season for their unforgettable contributions to South Florida baseball history.

MLB News2 min read
AFL Star Willie Rioli Returns Home to Inspire Next Generation
Community HeroesMay 22

AFL Star Willie Rioli Returns Home to Inspire Next Generation

Former AFL premiership player Willie Rioli Jr has left professional football to return to the Tiwi Islands, where he's coaching young players and caring for his mother. His homecoming brings hope to Australia's most unique football club, founded to combat youth suicide.

ABC Australia2 min read
Irish Trainer Wins 3rd Straight Grand National
SportsApr 11

Irish Trainer Wins 3rd Straight Grand National

Willie Mullins just made horse racing history, matching a legendary record that stood for 71 years. At 69, the Irish trainer says he loves the sport more now than ever before.

BBC Sport2 min read
New Drug Brings Hope for Prader-Willi Syndrome Families
Health & WellnessFeb 24

New Drug Brings Hope for Prader-Willi Syndrome Families

A newly approved medication could help people with Prader-Willi syndrome control the constant, overwhelming hunger that defines their daily lives. One mother shares why she's hopeful this treatment will give her son Robert a chance at greater independence and happiness.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Willi Castro Joins Puerto Rico for World Baseball Classic
SportsJan 28

Willi Castro Joins Puerto Rico for World Baseball Classic

MLB All-Star Willi Castro will represent Puerto Rico for the first time at the 2026 World Baseball Classic, joining a star-studded roster that includes Francisco Lindor and Nolan Arenado. The team kicks off tournament play at home in San Juan this March.

MLB News2 min read
Marcus Willis Returns to Wimbledon 10 Years After Federer
Community HeroesJul 1

Marcus Willis Returns to Wimbledon 10 Years After Federer

The British tennis player who captured hearts in 2016 by lobbing Roger Federer on Centre Court is back at Wimbledon, this time as a reinvented doubles competitor. His journey from bricklaying during the pandemic to world-ranked doubles player proves second chances can lead somewhere beautiful.

BBC Sport2 min read
Horse Makes Grand National History With Repeat Win
SportsApr 11

Horse Makes Grand National History With Repeat Win

I Am Maximus became the first horse in nearly 50 years to win the Grand National twice, thrilling racing fans at Aintree. The victory also cemented legendary records for trainer Willie Mullins and owner JP McManus.

BBC Sport2 min read
UConn Freshman Sinks 35-Footer to Beat Duke at Buzzer
SportsMar 30

UConn Freshman Sinks 35-Footer to Beat Duke at Buzzer

UConn freshman Braylon Mullins hit a miracle 35-foot three-pointer with 0.3 seconds left to complete a stunning 19-point comeback and beat Duke 73-72, sending the Huskies to their third Final Four in four years. The Indiana native will now return home to Indianapolis chasing the program's third national championship in four years.

ESPN2 min read
Indiana Town Renames Streets for Hometown NCAA Hero
Community HeroesApr 4

Indiana Town Renames Streets for Hometown NCAA Hero

When freshman Braylon Mullins hit a buzzer-beating shot to send UConn to the Final Four, his small Indiana hometown didn't just celebrate. They literally put his name on the map.

ESPN3 min read
Blind Paralympic Champ Now Fights for Disability Rights
Community HeroesJan 20

Blind Paralympic Champ Now Fights for Disability Rights

Tim Willis became the world's fastest blind distance runner with just a blue shoestring as his guide, earning five Paralympic medals before trading his running shoes for a law degree. Now he's using his Mercer Law education to break down barriers for people with disabilities across America.

Google: Paralympic champion3 min read
Sierra Leone Sanctuary Saves 100+ Endangered Chimps
Community Heroes1h ago

Sierra Leone Sanctuary Saves 100+ Endangered Chimps

For 30 years, one man has helped rescue and rehabilitate critically endangered western chimpanzees torn from the wild by illegal pet trade and habitat loss. Now Pa Willie's sanctuary is transforming conservation by giving communities alternatives to hunting.

Mongabay2 min read
UConn Freshman Hits 35-Footer to Beat Duke at Buzzer
SportsMar 30

UConn Freshman Hits 35-Footer to Beat Duke at Buzzer

Freshman Braylon Mullins sank a 35-foot shot with 0.4 seconds left to give UConn a stunning last-second victory over Duke. The rainbow jumper is already being compared to the greatest buzzer-beaters in college basketball history.

Google News - Sports2 min read
New DHS Chief Speeds Up Disaster Relief After NC Visit
SolutionsApr 8

New DHS Chief Speeds Up Disaster Relief After NC Visit

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin toured Hurricane Helene's devastation in North Carolina and immediately pledged to clear a massive backlog of disaster aid. His first official trip signals a major shift toward faster relief for communities still rebuilding 18 months after the storm.

Japan Today2 min read
UConn Freshman Hits Buzzer-Beater in 19-Point Comeback
SportsMar 30

UConn Freshman Hits Buzzer-Beater in 19-Point Comeback

Freshman Braylon Mullins sank a deep three-pointer with seconds left to complete UConn's stunning 19-point comeback against Duke and send the Huskies to their third straight Final Four. The dramatic victory keeps alive the program's championship dreams after winning two titles in three years.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)2 min read
UConn Freshman Hits 35-Footer to Complete Historic Comeback
SportsMar 30

UConn Freshman Hits 35-Footer to Complete Historic Comeback

In one of the greatest NCAA tournament moments ever, UConn freshman Braylon Mullins buried a 35-foot buzzer-beater to cap a 19-point comeback and send the Huskies to the Final Four. The Indiana native's miracle shot defeated top-seeded Duke 73-72, delivering sweet revenge 36 years after Christian Laettner's famous buzzer-beater went the other way.

ESPN3 min read
Indiana Teen's 35-Foot Buzzer Beater Sends UConn to Final Four
SportsApr 2

Indiana Teen's 35-Foot Buzzer Beater Sends UConn to Final Four

Freshman Braylon Mullins hit a stunning 35-foot shot to beat Duke and send UConn to the Final Four, bringing March Madness magic back to his Indiana hometown. The hometown hero who never left Greenfield is now living every basketball family's dream.

Google News - Sports2 min read
Major Artists Eliminate Fossil Fuels From Concert Stages
Planet WinsFeb 22

Major Artists Eliminate Fossil Fuels From Concert Stages

Billie Eilish and Willie Nelson just powered their festival sets with solar batteries instead of diesel generators. A nonprofit called REVERB is helping musicians cut carbon emissions and has raised $16 million for environmental causes since 2004.

Good Good Good2 min read

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