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Albuquerque, NM

Junior middleweight Vito Mielnicki Jr. is targeting a high-profile fight with fellow Top Rank fighter Xander Zayas after securing a second-round disqualification victory over Laszlo Toth on Saturday in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Mielnicki (19-1, 12 KOs), 22, knocked down Toth, prompting Toth’s father, Laszlo Toth Sr., to enter the ring....

Vito Mielnicki Jr. hopes continued growth leads to Xander Zayas matchup

Devin Haney told His Excellency Turki Alalshikh on X that he’s interested in returning to the ring after a short layoff. Turki told the former two-division world champion Haney, “Waiting for you in Riyadh.”. If Haney returns to the ring by October, he would be an ideal candidate...

Devin Haney Hints At Ring Return, Heading to Riyadh

Devin Haney has indicated that he is ready to return five months on from fighting Ryan Garcia. Haney, 31-0 (15 KOs), had his undefeated record reinstated after Garcia tested positive, twice, for performance-enhancing drugs around the time of their contest in New York in April. On the night, Haney was dropped three times and Garcia was awarded a decision win, which subsequently was ruled a no contest by the New York State Athletic Commission.

Devin Haney: ‘Bout time I come back’

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In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

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A nostalgic 1960s drive-in restaurant in Massachusetts has announced that it will be hosting free movies for the community to enjoy throughout the warmer months! From June until September, the Star Drive-In will be bringing back its "Movies Under The Stars" event, which hosts free movies from all different genres. From fun date night flicks to exciting family-friendly blockbusters, there's sure to be something for everyone!

Taunton Drive-In To Host Free “Movies Under the Stars” During August

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

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Los Angeles County, CA

In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

Denver, CO

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Migrants enrolled in the Denver Asylum Seekers Program won’t get cash benefits after all. The council amended a contract with Haven for Hope during the Safety, Housing, Education and Homelessness Committee meeting Wednesday. Instead of Haven of Hope providing migrants with cash assistance on debit cards, it will instead provide “culturally appropriate” food.

Denver revokes cash assistance for migrants

On the night in January 2023 when volunteers counted people experiencing homelessness in Denver, no shelter beds were available for individuals or families, according to data provided by the National Alliance to End Homelessness. More than 2,500 individuals and 181 families slept outside, the data showed.

State of homelessness in Denver: Full shelters, surge in older adults

The IBF has ordered Jaron Ennis to defend his IBF Welterweight Title against Karen Chukhadzhian. Ennis defended his belt for the first time with a sixth-round stoppage win against David Avanesyan in his last fight. It was Ennis’ first fight under Matchroom Boxing, as he announced his homecoming in style. After beating Avanesyan, Boots expressed his desire to fight Crawford. That would mean moving up to 154 pounds to target Bud’s WBA belt, which he acquired with a win over Israil Madrimov.

IBF Orders Jaron Ennis To Defend Against Karen Chukhadzhian

Deontay Wilder was offered a shot at the WBC bridgerweight title, after which manager Shelly Finkel spoke exclusively to World Boxing News. Wilder gained a call-out from British fighter Lawrence Okolie, who recently took the green and gold belt from Lukasz Rozanski in Poland. Okolie confirmed his interest in facing Wilder weeks before reiterating that fact in another interview.

Deontay Wilder’s WBC title offer gets response from Shelly Finkel

History suggests that Sergiy Derevyanchenko will have to settle for the role of high-profile sidekick. It’s just not a fate ready to be accepted by the three-time title challenger. A daunting task awaits the Brooklyn-based Ukrainian, who faces unbeaten top super middleweight contender Christian Mbilli. Their scheduled 12-round contest...

Sergiy Derevyanchenko: Every Fight I’ve Had Has Helped Me Get This Opportunity

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Golden Boy Promotions has always been the home for a lot of up-and-coming boxers. Oscar De La Hoya loves to give back to young fighters who just lack the opportunity to thrive in the sport. This is largely why he made the promotions company. A big name under that brand is Ryan Garcia who just […]
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Oscar De La Hoya gets real on Ryan Garcia’s boxing ban

Sergiy Derevyanchenko will be looking to upset the favored rising star, Christian Mbilli, in the main event in their ten-round contest this Saturday, August 17th. Derevyanchenko (15-5, 10 KOs) has the chance to put himself in a position to get a massive payday against WBA, WBC, and WBO 168-lb champion Canelo Alvarez with a win over the unbeaten Mbilli (27-0, 23 KOs) at the Videotron Centre in Quebec City, Canada.

Derevyanchenko Aims for Upset Against Rising Star Mbilli

When Joshua Buatsi sat back and surveyed the light heavyweight landscape after his decision victory over Dan Azeez in February, the picture couldn’t have looked much better. With the WBO, WBC and IBF 175-pound champion Artur Beterbiev set to unify the division against his WBA counterpart Dmitry Bivol, and a WBO interim title fight with Yarde seemingly secured, the 31-year-old’s frustratingly stop-start career finally seemed to have some real momentum.

Maturing Joshua Buatsi monitoring Artur Beterbiev-Dmitry Bivol

Super middleweight contender Christian Mbilli will take a serious step up in competition on Saturday night when he faces Sergiy Derevyanchenko at the Centre Videotron in Quebec City, Canada, on ESPN. Mbilli (27-0, 23 KOs) will fight for the third time this year. In May, Mbilli made mincemeat of Mark...

Christian Mbilli says Sergiy Derevyanchenko is the fighter to bring out his best

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To increase the genetic diversity of an island population of grizzly bears , Wyoming and Montana wildlife managers recently worked together to import fresh bloodlines into the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Two Montana grizzly bears trucked to Wyoming to bolster genetic diversity, help states’ delisting case

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Prograis fights against Jack Catterall this October in Manchester, England

Regis Prograis: ‘I’m Hungry To Be A Three-Time Champion’

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Gervonta Davis and Shakur Stevenson could be on a collision course for a massive Pay Per View showdown on November 2 in Las Vegas. World Boxing News understands promoter Tom Brown has penciled Davis in for the date after putting a hold on the T-Mobile Arena. However, Stevenson’s participation in the blockbuster depends on several factors.

Gervonta Davis vs Shakur Stevenson possible for Nov 2 in Vegas

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ANDY RUIZ JR has claimed his ex-wife stole his world championship belts following their split. The former heavyweight champion realised his dream in 2019 when he stunned Anthony Joshua in New York, dropping him four times on his way to one of the all-time great upsets. Ruiz‘s win saw him pick up the IBF, WBA, […]

My wife stole all my boxing world championship belts from win over Anthony Joshua… she wiped me out, claims Ruiz Jr

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Christian Mbilli getting closer to Munguia matchup, says Benavidez fight will be the best in history

Christian Mbilli is ready to position himself as the next heir to the super middleweight throne, and the first big test for the Canada-based French-Cameroonian contender...

Christian Mbilli getting closer to Munguia matchup, says Benavidez fight will be the best in history

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