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Azerbaijani Olympic medallist honored with “Spirit of Fair Play” award

Baku, May 19, AZERTAC The Gala Award Ceremony of the European Fair Play Movement (EFPM) was held in the city of Olympia, Greece, celebrating and honoring individuals, athletes, and sports organizations that exemplify integrity, respect, and solidarity in …

Refugee athletes committed to values nurtured by taekwondo-inspired festival

AMMAN, Jordan — Dozens of Syrian youngsters were grinning from ear to ear as they got out of a line of buses to join Sports Day, held in central Amman from May 2 to 3. They chattered and gave organizers high fives, filled with excitement over the once-in-a …

Nigeria’s Domestic Olympics: Ogun Welcomes National Talent For Sports Festival

May 18, (THEWILL) – The 22nd National Sports Festival commenced on May 16 in Ogun State, Nigeria, and will conclude on May 30. This biennial event, often described as Nigeria’s domestic equivalent to the Olympic Games, brings together athletes, coaches, …

Palestine's Omar Ismail makes history by qualifying for 2024 Paris Olympics in taekwondo

IBS UNIVERSITY SUPPORTS TAEKWONDO

IBS University and Kassman Taekwondo Club recently signed an MoU at IBSU campus at 11 Mile, an agreement to promote sportsmanship, discipline and to support two taekwondo Olympians, Gibson Mara and Kevin Kassman for the next Olympic Games. Present at the …

Olympic athlete turned photographer reveals: Memorable portraits have little to do with the camera

Portland photographer Naim Hasan is known for capturing a moment, creating an image that entices. And in this season of photogenic events, he is willing to share his secret: Memorable portraits have nothing to do with camera tricks. “For me, it’s about …

Keighley taekwondo ace aiming to retain world title in Argentina after award win

The 15-year-old was in one of the toughest categories of the night at Valley Parade, given Bene-Hamill won this exact award last year, while the other 2025 nominee, Tyersal boxer Siobhan Haley, claimed Sportswoman of the Year in 2024. But this was Ling- …

Two scandals, 27 medals: How Canada performed at these Olympics

There was canoe, judo and breaking gold too; silver in beach volleyball, rowing, rugby sevens and weightlifting; bronze in boxing, canoe, diving, fencing, taekwondo, tennis and trampoline gymnastics. Fifty Canadian athletes are going home with at least one …

Has The Essence Of National Sports Festival Been Defeated?

After the end of the civil war, National Sports Festival (NSF) was one of the Innovations introduced to bridge the then deepening wide gap in Nigeria. Apart from national cohesion, the National Sports Festival berthed to also plug the sports talent hole, …

New wave of talent joins Bhutan’s BEAST Program at BOC Academy

Bhutan’s drive to build a strong pool of international-level athletes gained fresh momentum as 10 new sports talents officially became part of the Bhutan Elite Athlete Support and Training (BEAST) Program. The contract signing ceremony, held at the BOC …

‘Wild Foxes’ Review: Budding French Star Samuel Kircher Jabs His Way Through a Tough Yet Tender Debut Boxing Drama

Boxing movies are a dime a dozen and have been since the birth of cinema, or at least since the talkies. It’s a genre that offers instant gratification — because what’s more visceral and entertaining than watching two people beat the hell out of each other …

Gateway Games: Over 15,000 athletes chase 2,150 medals

After several postponements, the delayed 2024 National Sports Festival (NSF), which is Nigeria’s version of the Olympics, is set to begin in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. At stake is a whopping 2,150 medals (626 gold, 626 silver and 898 bronze) to be …

Maccabiah stars to shine at NYC’s Israel Day parade

Maccabiah athletes and presenters will be among the participants at New York City’s annual “Israel Day on the Fifth” parade, scheduled for Sunday, May 18. An anticipated 120 athletes, staff and other Maccabiah representatives, plus the M25 Maccabiah …

Olympian Jack Woolley Calls on Youth Organisations in Donegal to Apply to VHI Health and Wellbeing Fund

Ireland's first Olympic taekwondo athlete, and community advocate, Jack Woolley joined Vhi for the launch of this year’s Vhi Health and Wellbeing Fund. Vhi, in partnership with Irish Youth Foundation, is seeking applications to fund focused on tackling …

Reaching beyond limits

There’s an NGO called Project Empower that’s focused on improving the quality of life of PWDs (persons with disabilities) and the youth. It recently rolled out an inspiring initiative called “Beyond Limits University Tour” where PWD athletes got the chance …

Olympian Jack Woolley calls on Galway youth organisations to apply to Vhi Health and Wellbeing Fund

Ireland’s first Olympic taekwondo athlete, and community advocate, Jack Woolley today joined Vhi for the launch of this year’s Vhi Health and Wellbeing Fund. A partnership between Vhi and the Irish Youth Foundation, the fund is seeking to once again …

Bachmann: Palarong Pambansa venues ready

ALL the venues that will be used in the coming 65th Palarong Pambansa 2025 are ready as issues concerning the condition of the facilities that will hold the centerpiece events like athletics and swimming have been addressed. Philippine Sports Commission …

KC Pet Project Announces Kate Meghji as New Chief Executive Officer

KANSAS CITY, MO, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- KC Pet Project has named Kate Meghji as its new Chief Executive Officer, ushering in a new era of leadership for one of the nation’s most recognized progressive animal welfare …

FEMA and the State of Arkansas Are Assisting Arkansans Where They Are

LITTLE ROCK– In coordination with the state of Arkansas, FEMA Individual Assistance teams will offer face-to-face help for residents of the nine Arkansas counties affected by the March 14-15 severe storms and tornadoes. Homeowners and renters in Greene, …

Leander Texas Roofing Inspector and Leander Savanna Ranch Resident Recaps May 2025 Hail Storm Damage

Leander, Texas, Roofing Inspector and Leander Savanna Ranch Resident Recaps May 2025 Leander Tx Hail Storm Damage. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Central Texas Devastated by Massive Hailstorm; Local Roofing Expert …

Dayspring Restoration Launches New Website

Montana’s premier disaster restoration company delivers a better user experience and more comprehensive information to customers with their new website. BOZEMAN, MT, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dayspring Restoration is …

Survivors Living in FEMA Direct Housing Urged to Prepare for Storm Season

With Hurricane season right around the corner the safety and well-being of occupants living in FEMA temporary housing units is an important concern of the agency. Below are tips for preparing for Hurricane season. If severe weather is predicted, stay alert …

Arkansas Survivors Affected by the March 14-15 Severe Storms and Tornadoes Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

LITTLE ROCK – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Arkansas homeowners and renters in nine counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred March 14-15. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

Brownlow Utility District to Receive $1 Million to Repair Crackers Neck Road Waterline

FEMA has approved more than $1 million to repair the waterline that runs along Crackers Neck Road and serves the community near Vaught Creek, which was damaged after Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September.  FEMA’s Public …

9 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie,  Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by  the February severe storms and …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Lincoln County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Lincoln County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Warren County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Warren County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Muhlenberg County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Muhlenberg County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

More Than Half of Energy Leaders Say Their Weather Forecasts Are Not Accurate Enough

Meteomatics’ New Report Reveals Energy Leaders’ Concerns as They Navigate Weather’s Increasing Impact on Operations MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Meteomatics, the weather intelligence and technology company …

FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grant Approved for Greer Fire

OAKLAND, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Region 9 Administrator authorized the use of federal funds to assist the state of Arizona in combating the Greer Fire burning in Apache County.  On May 14, the state of Arizona submitted a …

Kentucky Homeowners With Privately-Owned Road and Bridge Damage May Be Eligible for FEMA Assistance

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If you had a privately-owned road or bridge damaged or destroyed by the April severe storms, FEMA or the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) may provide financial assistance for replacement or repairs. FEMA Assistance FEMA may provide …

Chippewa County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO — Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Chippewa County. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local …

Cass County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO — Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Cass County. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood …

Kentuckians in 24 More Counties Now Eligible To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following April Severe Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. –Twenty-four additional counties in the Commonwealth of Kentucky have been added to the major disaster declaration for Kentucky’s severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides, and mudslides and flooding that began …

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local …

Gilayo Offers Scalable, Rapid Housing Solutions for Homeless Encampments in California and Beyond

Innovative Modular Steel Structures Provide Immediate Relief and Long-Term Solutions for the Homeless Crisis AUBURN, CA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As California takes bold steps to address its homeless crisis, with …

Hurricane Preparedness in Louisiana: Key Measures Homeowners Can Take Before the Storm

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As hurricane season approaches, property owners across Louisiana are urged to begin preparations early to reduce potential damage and improve recovery outcomes. The Gulf Coast region …