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Bishop Brings Joy Back to Nigerian Town With Festival
Acts of Kindness4h ago

Bishop Brings Joy Back to Nigerian Town With Festival

A Catholic bishop organized a sports and cultural festival in his Nigerian hometown to restore happiness after years of violence. The event brought together hundreds through marathons, football, wrestling, and choir competitions.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Tehama County Honors 3 Community Health Champions
Community Heroes3d ago

Tehama County Honors 3 Community Health Champions

A California county celebrated everyday heroes who make their community healthier and stronger. Lena Jesrani, the Corning Sharks Youth Wrestling team, and public health worker Amy Condie all received recognition for their dedication.

Google News - Community Hero2 min read
High Schooler Skipped Prom for Wrestling, Now She's a Star
Community Heroes3d ago

High Schooler Skipped Prom for Wrestling, Now She's a Star

Scarlett Bordeaux ditched her high school prom to attend an indie wrestling show with coworkers. That one decision launched her journey to becoming a professional wrestling star.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Women's Wrestling Thrives at Major League Wrestling
Sports4d ago

Women's Wrestling Thrives at Major League Wrestling

Major League Wrestling's women's division is experiencing explosive growth, adding top talent and selling out shows nationwide. Star wrestler Scarlett Bordeaux says she's having more fun than ever as the roster expands with champions and rising stars.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Indian Wrestler Lalit Wins First Senior Medal at Asian Meet
Sports5d ago

Indian Wrestler Lalit Wins First Senior Medal at Asian Meet

Twenty-three-year-old Greco-Roman wrestler Lalit claimed silver at the Asian Championships in Kyrgyzstan, defeating a world-ranked opponent along the way. The Panipat athlete's first senior medal marks a breakthrough moment for Indian wrestling.

Indian Express2 min read
Radio Flyer's $2,999 E-Bike Makes Family Cargo Rides Easy
Innovation6d ago

Radio Flyer's $2,999 E-Bike Makes Family Cargo Rides Easy

Radio Flyer just launched a compact cargo e-bike that ditches the intimidation factor while still hauling two kids and groceries. The Flyer Loop proves going car-free doesn't mean wrestling with a monster bike.

Electrek3 min read
Columbia Wrestler Cesar Alvan Takes 3rd at NCAA Championship
Sports6d ago

Columbia Wrestler Cesar Alvan Takes 3rd at NCAA Championship

Columbia senior Cesar Alvan became the seventh All-American in program history with a third-place finish at the NCAA Wrestling Championships. His performance capped an undefeated season for the Lions and their newly named national coach of the year.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Tony D'Angelo Wins First NXT Championship in St. Louis
SportsApr 6

Tony D'Angelo Wins First NXT Championship in St. Louis

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.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Lola Vice Becomes NXT's First Cuban American Women's Champ
SportsApr 6

Lola Vice Becomes NXT's First Cuban American Women's Champ

Lola Vice made history Saturday night in St. Louis, winning the WWE NXT Women's Championship and becoming the first Cuban American woman to hold the title. The former MMA fighter overcame two fierce competitors in a fast-paced triple threat match at Stand & Deliver.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Retired Sumo Wrestlers Finally Get to Smile in New Tournament
SportsApr 2

Retired Sumo Wrestlers Finally Get to Smile in New Tournament

Japan's famously stoic sumo wrestlers are breaking tradition at a new tournament designed for retired competitors. For the first time, these former athletes can show joy and personality without breaking sport's strict code of conduct.

Japan Times2 min read
First All-Girls Wrestling Club in NYC Builds Champions
Community HeroesMar 31

First All-Girls Wrestling Club in NYC Builds Champions

A shy 15-year-old from Harlem discovered unstoppable confidence through New York City's first all-girls wrestling club, where an Olympic champion helps young women find strength they never knew they had. The Lucha Wrestling Club is transforming lives in the Bronx, one match at a time.

Womens Health3 min read
NJ Teen Wrestler Walks Again After Spinal Injury
Community HeroesMar 27

NJ Teen Wrestler Walks Again After Spinal Injury

Adriana Maria, 16, was paralyzed during a high school wrestling match in January. After two surgeries and weeks of rehabilitation, she's back at school and already planning her return to the mat.

Yahoo Sports2 min read
Olympic Medalist Bad News Brown Joins WWE Hall of Fame
SportsMar 27

Olympic Medalist Bad News Brown Joins WWE Hall of Fame

WWE honors the legacy of Allen "Bad News Brown" Coage, a bronze medalist judoka who became one of wrestling's most memorable competitors. The 2026 Hall of Fame induction celebrates a trailblazer who excelled in two demanding sports.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Kansas Lawmaker Honors Russell Girls Wrestling Champs
SportsMar 26

Kansas Lawmaker Honors Russell Girls Wrestling Champs

The Russell Lady Broncos wrestling team received official recognition on the Kansas House floor after winning their first state championship. Representative Troy Waymaster celebrated the athletes who brought home the 3-2-1A title to their small Kansas community.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
WWE Legend Sid Eudy Joins 2026 Hall of Fame Class
SportsMar 25

WWE Legend Sid Eudy Joins 2026 Hall of Fame Class

Wrestling icon Sid Eudy, who captured fans' hearts for decades as one of WWE's most intense champions, will be honored posthumously in the 2026 Hall of Fame. The announcement celebrates a career that made him a household name across multiple wrestling promotions.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Penn State Wrestler Wins 2nd NCAA Title, Values Family More
SportsMar 25

Penn State Wrestler Wins 2nd NCAA Title, Values Family More

Mitchell Mesenbrink just won his second NCAA wrestling championship, but the Penn State star says the trophy isn't what fills his soul. His perspective on success is changing how he sees the sport and life itself.

Google News - Championship Win3 min read
85-Year-Old Wrestling Legend Still Coaching Teens for Free
Community HeroesMar 24

85-Year-Old Wrestling Legend Still Coaching Teens for Free

Fran McCann, an Olympic coach and member of six halls of fame, volunteers at Penn High School nearly 20 years after Notre Dame ended his paid coaching career. He's coaching the daughter of the wrestler he once mentored, and recently celebrated going cancer-free with his former student who's now his boss.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
Penn State Wins 5th Straight NCAA Wrestling Title
Community HeroesMar 22

Penn State Wins 5th Straight NCAA Wrestling Title

Penn State's wrestling team just made history by winning their fifth consecutive NCAA championship and shattering the all-time team points record. Four Nittany Lions claimed individual titles in a dominant performance that redefined excellence in college wrestling.

Google News - Sports2 min read
Penn State Wins 5th Straight NCAA Wrestling Championship
SportsMar 22

Penn State Wins 5th Straight NCAA Wrestling Championship

Penn State just made history by winning their fifth consecutive NCAA Wrestling Championship, breaking their own team scoring record in the process. The Nittany Lions dominated with four individual champions and a performance so strong they clinched the title before the final matches even started.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Dennis Rodman Joins WWE Hall of Fame After 27 Years
SportsMar 20

Dennis Rodman Joins WWE Hall of Fame After 27 Years

NBA legend Dennis Rodman is getting his second Hall of Fame honor, this time for his unforgettable wrestling appearances in the 1990s. The five-time NBA champion will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame during WrestleMania week in Las Vegas next month.

Fox News Sports2 min read

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