George Raveling, the iconic college basketball coach and former Nike executive, has passed away at 88 after battling cancer. Inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2015, Raveling broke barriers as the first Black head coach in the Pacific-8 Conference. His family shared the news, highlighting his lasting impact on countless lives through his wisdom and kindness.
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Indian grandmasters are making waves at the FIDE Grand Swiss! D Gukesh drew a tense match, while defending champion R Vaishali secured another victory. Praggnanandhaa clinched his first tournament win. Alireza Firouzja, Parham Maghsoodloo, and Anton Demchenko lead the open section. Vaishali and Olga Bedelka share the lead in the women's section.
Vivian Wilson, Elon Musk's daughter, asserts her financial independence despite her father's wealth, sharing that she lives with roommates to save money. The aspiring model, who recently graced Teen Vogue, navigates newfound fame while striving to be recognized beyond her family connections. Wilson, who cut ties with Musk in 2022, aims to establish her own identity.
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