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Former Tennis Star Takes Aim At Serena Williams Over Failure to Admire Her
Reporting
— Sep 5, 2022
Former tennis star Margaret Court suggested that Serena Williams does not admire her. During an interview with Britain’s Daily Telegraph, Court said , “Serena, I’ve admired her as a player.” She added, “But I don’t…
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Serena Williams Calls on New York Times to ‘Do Better’ After Printing Incorrect Photo
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— Mar 3, 2022
Tennis player Serena Williams criticized The New York Times after the newspaper printed an incorrect photo. In an article about Serena Williams’ new capital venture fund, instead of printing a photo of her, the Times…
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Serena Williams Reveals Plan to Retire From Tennis, Wants to Focus on Growing Family
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— Aug 9, 2022
Tennis star Serena Williams has announced her plan to retire from the sport. Williams spoke to Vogue about her decision, saying, “I have never liked the word retirement. It doesn’t feel like a modern word to me. I’ve…
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Williams sisters blow 5-0 tiebreak lead in US Open exit
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— Sep 5, 2026
Serena and Venus Williams returned to US Open doubles for the first time since 2022, taking a 5-0 lead in the deciding-set tiebreak before Chan Hao-ching and Maya Joint stormed back to win in three sets at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The defeat coincides with ongoing talk about Serena’s singles comeback and the veterans’ enduring impact and crowd-pleasing presence, even as questions remain about rust and future plans.
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Dana Whitfield
Honestly this makes me more curious about Serena's singles plans than the loss itself.
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Was NIH’s Trans Kids Research Russ Vought’s Last Straw?
Emily Kopp · 8 min · 36m
Smithsonian Announces Fauci Will Be Featured at National Portrait Gallery for His ‘Impact on the Nation’s Legacy’
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— Jan 27, 2022
Dr. Anthony Fauci is being honored with a portrait in the Smithsonian Institution’s National Portrait Gallery. Fauci is being recognized along with tennis stars Serena and Venus Williams, World Central Kitchen founder…
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Most Influential Women in World History
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— Ranking
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Sabalenka halts US Open match, citing strong marijuana smell
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— Sep 4, 2026
Sabalenka interrupted her US Open third-round match to report a strong smell of marijuana in the Louis Armstrong Stadium, then proceeded to win 6-3, 6-4 and extend her New York winning streak to 16. She is aiming to become the first woman since Serena Williams to win three consecutive US Open titles, despite the unusual distraction.
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Nicole Hardy
Only in NYC does a tennis match pause because someone's blazing one up in the stands. Sabalenka handled it like a pro though.
Joe Amabile Speech 90% Restored After Brain Surgery
Health
— Aug 28, 2026
Bachelor in Paradise alum Joe Amabile underwent a craniotomy to remove a blueberry-sized brain tumor detected early, with doctors noting it affected areas responsible for speech, memory, and motor skills. Three weeks post-surgery he reports about 90% recovery in speech but continues daily treatment, supported by his wife Serena Pitt and public updates.
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Williams-Alcaraz to Play US Open Mixed Doubles
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— Aug 21, 2026
Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz will form a blockbuster mixed doubles team at the US Open after receiving a wild card, marking Williams’ return to the tournament since 2022. Alcaraz is also set to defend his singles title after a wrist injury, boosting the event’s star power as the lineup grows with other top doubles and singles champions.
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Williams Sisters Reunite for Cincinnati Open Doubles
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— Aug 17, 2026
Serena and Venus Williams reunited for a Cincinnati Open doubles appearance, marking their first teaming since the 2022 US Open and their return as wild-card entrants in a long-awaited comeback. They pushed Kostyuk and Stearns to a decisive tiebreak but ultimately lost in the first round, capping the high-stakes reunion with a dramatic finish.
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Was NIH’s Trans Kids Research Russ Vought’s Last Straw?
About a month before the White House considered an executive order giving it greater control over the National Institutes of Health, outside experts close to the administration learned of an NIH-backed project advocating sex-change procedures in children, according to a former administration official. Reversing the tide of transgender surgeries in minors, including securing the closure of five top
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Williams Sisters Secure US Open Doubles Wild Card
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— Aug 26, 2026
Serena and Venus Williams have been awarded wild cards to compete in the US Open doubles, reuniting for what is expected to be a high-profile run at Flushing Meadows. The legendary pair, aged 44 and 46, have claimed the US Open doubles titles twice and already showed they can compete with top talent in recent doubles play, rekindling excitement for a potential deep run this year.
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Muchová, Menšík Win US Open Mixed Doubles
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— Aug 25, 2026
The US Open mixed doubles event showcased top stars like Djokovic-Sabalenka and Alcaraz-Serena Williams, with Siniakova and Patten delivering a surprising first-round upset of Djokovic and Sabalenka as high-stakes, high-profile pairings collide. The tournament’s prize pot of $1 million underscores its prestige as fans anticipate a mix of veteran experience and rising talent in dynamic doubles showdowns.
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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish
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The foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.
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EU Approves Etcamah in First-Line ER+ Breast Cancer
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— Jul 23, 2026
AstraZeneca’s Etcamah (camizestrant) won EU approval to be used with CDK4/6 inhibitors as a first-line treatment for ER-positive, HER2-negative advanced breast cancer in patients with ESR1 mutations, based on SERENA-6 trial results showing a 56% reduction in progression or death. The drug already has approvals in Japan, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia, with U.S. review ongoing and the EU decision highlighting its potential to expand AstraZeneca’s oncology footprint as it targets endocrine-resistant disease.
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Heartwarming: Firefighters Serenade 93-Year-Old Woman After Cooking Mishap
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— Jun 11, 2022
Geraldine from Smithfield, North Carolina, was spending her birthday at home when she had a cooking accident that led to a heartwarming serenade. On May 16, the 93-year-old left a pot on the stove while she went outside…
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Kamala Harris Greeted by Song in Puerto Rico, Cluelessly Claps Along Until Someone Translates the Lyrics for Her
Opinion
— Mar 24, 2024
They weren’t playing her song. Vice President Kamala Harris brought a new definition of embarrassment to her office on Friday during a visit to Puerto Rico as she stood and clapped cluelessly for a band serenading her…
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Cartel Lieutenant’s Capture Could Provide New Links to Former Mexican President’s Son
Ildefonso Ortiz and Brandon Darby · 4 min · 53m
Watch: Melania Drops Jaws in Gorgeous White Pantsuit, Serenaded with ‘Pretty Woman’ as She Walks into Room
Opinion
— Mar 10, 2024
While the saying is “beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” there’s never been much doubt about Melania Trump. The former fashion model who spent four years as first lady delighted guests Friday at a formal dinner held…
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Can you actually read a map?
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Fifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.
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Mel Brooks Receives Honorary Oscar: ‘I Won’t Sell This One’
Reporting
— Jan 11, 2024
Legendary comedian and filmmaker Mel Brooks received an honorary Oscar at the 14th Governors Awards. According to People Magazine , actors Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane serenaded Brooks, 97, before presenting him…
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