The iconic Nevis to St. Kitts Cross Channel Swim is set to return on March 28, welcoming endurance swimmers and adventure enthusiasts to one of the Caribbean’s most celebrated open water events. This year’s swim will feature former Team GB Olympic open water swimmer Alice Dearing, marking a historic moment for the event and shining…
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As the film Marty Supreme brings table tennis into the spotlight, it also reflects a real-life story of resilience and community impact. Yasiris Ortiz, professional table tennis champion and Bronx-based educator, appears in the film—not as a fictional character, but as herself—bringing authenticity to the screen and highlighting a journey defined by discipline, perseverance, and…
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Ski season is officially here, and McSenderson is ready to help enthusiasts celebrate it in style. The company’s illustrated ski maps aren’t just decorative—they’re designed to track every adventure, honor your favorite mountains, and even make a lasting gift for the skier in your life. What started as a personal love of skiing quickly became…
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Labor Day Weekend 2025 was a historic moment for HBCU football as Howard University narrowly defeated Florida A&M University, 10–9, at Hard Rock Stadium in the Invesco QQQ Orange Blossom Classic (OBC). With 22,455 fans in attendance and nationwide broadcast on ESPNU, the matchup marked the most attended HBCU game of Week One and showcased…
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NBA Champion, entrepreneur, and tech innovator Tristan Thompson added another courtside moment to his résumé — this time at the men’s US Open finals. Thompson was spotted enjoying the championship match between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner from the Raising Cane’s suite at Billie Jean King Stadium, marking his latest high-profile appearance as he continues…
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BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing Partners with Telemundo to Bring High-Octane Fights to Spanish-Speaking Fans
In a major move for combat sports, BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing has announced a multi-fight partnership with Telemundo, positioning the Miami-based, Hispanic-owned promotion as a cornerstone partner on Telemundo’s new 24/7 FAST channel, Telemundo Deportes Ahora. The collaboration kicked off with the live broadcast of BKB 44 Denver Brawl V on August 16, which saw…
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NBA champion and tech innovator Tristan Thompson is taking his next big leap off the court and into the digital skies as World Mobile’s inaugural Chief Digital Equity Officer. In this role, Thompson will lead initiatives to address the growing digital divide, bringing affordable, community-owned internet to underserved neighborhoods across the United States and beyond.…
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Professional BMX athlete, entrepreneur, and filmmaker Nigel Sylvester is taking his global biking movement to the next level with the launch of the third annual GO Ride, kicking off August 9 in New York City. This year’s high-energy event expands beyond a single city, challenging riders to join Sylvester on an ambitious 30-hour, three-city journey…
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Vaughan Anoa’i, a junior at Georgetown University and rising star in USA Volleyball, is gaining recognition not only for her athletic achievements but also for her growing philanthropic impact. As a two-time USA Volleyball Junior National Championships Gold Medalist and the first Samoan and Black volleyball recruit in Georgetown history, Vaughan is committed to expanding…
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Harlem resident and advertising powerhouse Valerie Graves has turned her creative vision toward Africa with the launch of The AfroGames Johannesburg, South Africa’s inaugural fusion festival of basketball, music, fashion, and culture. Produced by Graves’s company, Azibo Productions, the one-day June 2024 debut — timed to South African Youth Month — brought together top DJs,…
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