Nadia Nadim’s story is extraordinary! The 33-year-old is not only a professional footballer, she’s also training to be a surgeon. Born in the city of Herat in Afghanistan, her father – an Afghan National Army (ANA) general, was killed by Talibans when she was 11-years-old. She, along with her mother and sisters then fled the country and arrived in Italy through Pakistan. They then went in a … Continue reading Meet Nadia Nadim: The Professional Footballer & Student Surgeon Who Fled Afghanistan At 11 After Her Father Was Killed By Taliban

Quadruplet brothers Aaron, Nick, Nigel and Zach Wade went viral when they were accepted into 59 top universities in 2017. The top universities included Harvard, Duke, Yale and Stanford. Four years later, the four brothers have now graduated from Yale University together. Nick graduated with a degree in political science, with a minor in Arabic; Zach double majored in chemical engineering and economics; and Nigel … Continue reading Quadruplet Brothers Graduate From Yale University Together

Teaming up with Wolf Italian Street Food, two final year Nottingham Trent University students, Al Squires and Will Barratt have launched an inside speakeasy-style bar! Located in Market Street underneath Wolf Italian Street Food restaurant, Code 34 is described as a new imaginative space with cocktails, beers, music and good vibes. Before the Covid restrictions allowed in-door serving, Al, a soon-to-be International Business graduate and … Continue reading Meet Al Squires and Will Barratt: The NTU Students Who Launched A Speakeasy-Style Bar In Nottingham

For his services to racial equality in sport, England and Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling was awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours. The 26-year-old has consistently campaigned against racial injustice on and off the pitch. In a statement, he said: “Receiving this honour is a fantastic feeling and a proud moment – not just for myself but for my family and friends. I … Continue reading Raheem Sterling Becomes MBE For His Services To Racial Equality In Sport

Congratulations to Usain Bolt and Kasi Bennett! The couple have welcomed twin boys, named Thunder Bolt and Saint Leo Bolt. Usain, 34, took to Instagram on Father’s Day to announce the wonderful news. The Olympic champion posted a photo of him and partner Kasi Bennett, with their twin boys and one-year-old daughter Olympia Lightning. In the caption, he put a lightning bolt emoji next to … Continue reading Usain Bolt And Partner Kasi Bennett Welcome Newborn Twins

Brazilian born Aretha Duarte, is the first Black Latin American woman to climb Mount Everest. Despite the challenges of health scares and weather conditions, the 37-year-old reached the world’s highest mountain on May 23rd (2021). During her journey, Aretha developed a pulmonary edema, which can be caused by high elevation or exposure to toxins. She trained for 12½ months before beginning her trip with several other team … Continue reading Aretha Duarte: The First Black Latin American Woman To Climb Mount Everest

10 years since getting his commercial licence, pilot Anselm Winston had his father as a passenger for the first time!  To celebrate the moment, Anselm made an emotional flight announcement to honour his father. Swipe through to watch the beautiful moment in the clips below. Continue reading Airline Pilot Makes An Emotional Announcement As His Father Boards On His Flight For The First Time

One thing we are all happy about, is that Christian Eriksen is alive today! In a traumatic match, the world saw when the Danish player suffered a cardiac arrest and had to be given CPR. His amazing teammates rapidly rushed to his side to put him in a safe position before the medical team and the rest of the staff got to where he was. … Continue reading Denmark’s Christian Eriksen Gives His Thanks After His On-Pitch Cardiac Arrest

History was made multiple times last Sunday (13/06/21)! As well as England’s Jude Bellingham becoming the youngest player to ever play at a European Championship, England won their first ever Euro opening! Playing against Croatia, Raheem Sterling’s winning goal caused the team to have a 1-0 victory. To celebrate, Sterling posted a throwback picture of himself as a child, with a caption that read, “Never … Continue reading England Have Their First Ever Euro Opening Win After Raheem Sterling’s Winning Goal Against Croatia

History was made last Sunday (13/06/21)! At 17-years-old Jude Bellingham became the youngest player ever to play at a European Championship during the England vs Croatia match. Retweeting the announcement, the footballer wrote: “Chase your dreams!” Congratulations to Jude! Continue reading England’s Jude Bellingham Made History By Becoming The Youngest Player Ever To Play In A European Championship