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Details: Written by BOTWC Staff; Published: 26 June 2024

Sha'Carri Richardson (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Sha’Carri Richardson won the 100-meter final at the Olympic trials this weekend, securing her spot on the US Olympic team for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics—her first time competing in the Games.

Details: Written by BOTWC Staff; Published: 20 June 2024

Viral food critic Keith Lee (Photo credit: keith_lee125/Rolling Stone Magazine)

We love to see Keith Lee making moves!

Details: Written by Veracity Savant; Published: 19 June 2024

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A real-life princess story!

Details: Written by BOTWC Staff; Published: 31 May 2024

Credit: Guinness World Records

This young artist is capturing hearts and imaginations around the world.

Details: Written by JAY COHEN AP Baseball Writer; Published: 30 May 2024

Minnie Minoso (AP Photo/File)

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Hunter Greene calls the move “long overdue.” Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Andrew McCutchen says he is doing some “deep diving” into some Negro Leagues players that he hadn't heard of before.

Details: Written by Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent; Published: 29 May 2024

Photo: NNPA

For decades, Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb were celebrated as the greatest figures in baseball, with Ruth hailed as the best player and Cobb as the premier hitter. However, these narratives often excluded African American athletes whose contributions were underreported or dismissed. This exclusion persisted despite the talents that led to Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier in 1947 as the first Black player in the modern Major Leagues.

Details: Written by GLENN GAMBOA AP Business Writer; Published: 24 May 2024

NBA Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

The Hall of Famer made the announcement Thursday at the Make Good Famous Summit after receiving the Elevate Prize Catalyst Award. His return to South Florida, where he spent much of his storied NBA career, was purposeful. He and his family felt they had to move California after his daughter, Zaya, came out as transgender in 2020. Wade says Zaya was inspirational in creating Translatable and share the award with her.

Details: Written by BOTWC Staff; Published: 20 May 2024

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Going to the dentist can be scary and intimidating, but two dentists in Charlotte, North Carolina, are hoping to double the fun and education their patients receive every time they step into their office or visit their viral social media pages.