Category: Sport
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Ghanaian activist Abdul Hakim Awal sets a new Guinness World Record with a 24-hour tree hug, promoting environmental conservation and inspiring a nationwide tree-planting campaign.
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Swerve Strickland, AEW’s first Black World Champion, headlines All In London at Wembley Stadium. Learn about his historic reign and AEW’s commitment to diversity in wrestling.
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Angel Reese, the Chicago Sky’s rookie sensation, has etched her name in WNBA history. She’s become the first player ever to grab 20 rebounds in back-to-back games. This feat also makes her the first rookie since Shaquille O’Neal…
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Charles Woodson, a Pro Football Hall of Famer and former NFL player, has made history by becoming the first Black former player to secure an official spirit sponsorship with an NFL team. His bourbon brand, Woodson Bourbon Whiskey,…
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Frances Tiafoe makes history as the first Black American man in 125 years to reach the Cincinnati Masters singles final, facing world No. 1 Jannik Sinner.
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Josh Liendo makes history as the first Black Canadian swimmer to win an Olympic medal, securing silver in the 100-metre butterfly at the 2024 Paris Games.
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Manika Gamble aims to be the first African American to complete the 4 Deserts Grand Slam Plus, pushing limits and inspiring representation in ultra-marathon running.
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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass makes history as the first Black woman to accept the Olympic flag at Paris 2024’s closing ceremony, inspiring future generations.
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Uganda’s Joshua Cheptegei makes history at Paris Olympics, winning 10,000m gold and setting new Olympic record. From humble beginnings to world-class athlete.
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Cuban wrestler Mijaín López makes Olympic history by winning his fifth consecutive gold medal in Greco-Roman wrestling at Paris 2024.
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