WATCH: Dikembe Mutombo’s legacy on and off the court
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'Larger than life' Mutombo, 58, dies of brain cancer
Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, the "larger than life" center who played 18 NBA seasons, has died of brain cancer at the age of 58, the league announced Monday.22 minutes ago -
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Pete Rose's complicated legacy means he'll be remembered as MLB's Hit King, but not as a Hall of Famer
The Reds legend has died at the age of 8324 minutes ago -
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Dikembe Mutombo's finger wag will live forever as one of NBA's most iconic celebrations
Mutombo died at the age of 58 on Monday, and he will not soon be forgotten1 hour ago -
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California Bans Legacy Preferences at Private Universities
The change will affect Stanford University, the University of Southern California and other private colleges in the state.1 hour ago - California -
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Dikembe Mutombo, Basketball Hall of Famer and NBA global ambassador, dies at 58
Beloved finger-wagging Hall of Fame center Dikembe Mutombo, one of basketball's most feared shot blockers and admired humanitarians, died after fighting brain cancer, officials said Monday.1 hour ago - NBA -
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A concert and 30 new homes mark Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday and long legacy of giving
A benefit concert and the construction of 30 new homes are among the many celebrations marking President Jimmy Carter’s unprecedented 100th birthday on Oct. 12 hours ago -
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Reaction to the death of Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo
Reactions to the death of Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo3 hours ago -
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Pakistani court denies imprisoned former premier Khan and his wife bail in graft case
A Pakistani court has denied a bail application by imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife in a graft case4 hours ago - Pakistan -
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California bans legacy admissions in all colleges, universities
California has become the fourth state to ban legacy admissions. The move comes after the SCOTUS decision to limit affirmative action.5 hours ago - California -
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Dikembe Mutombo dies at 58: Integral part of Georgetown's legacy of big men was 'larger than life'
Along with Patrick Ewing before him and Alonzo Mourning after, Mutombo was part of a run of Hoya centers who dominated college basketball6 hours ago -
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Dikembe Mutombo, a Towering N.B.A. Presence, Dies at 58
Coming late to basketball, he nevertheless found stardom, retiring with the second-most blocked shots in league history. He devoted much of his life to humanitarian causes.6 hours ago -
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Dikembe Mutombo dies at 58: Masai Ujiri, Joel Embiid, more reflect on big man's legacy in Africa and beyond
'That guy is a giant,' an emotional Urjiri said, 'an incredible person'7 hours ago -
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NBA legend Mutombo dies from brain cancer aged 58
NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo dies from brain cancer at the age of 58.7 hours ago - NBA -
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WATCH: Dikembe Mutombo’s legacy on and off the court
Sportswriter Marc Spears says the late legendary center was “more than just a basketball player.”8 hours ago -
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Dikembe Mutombo dies at 58: Hall of Famer, legendary NBA shot blocker battled brain cancer
Mutombo was a four-time Defensive Player of the Year8 hours ago - NBA -
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'Just a great human being': Joel Embiid, Adam Silver, Pau Gasol and more react to death of Dikembe Mutombo
On Monday, the basketball world mourned the loss of Mutombo, a Hall of Famer and humanitarian known for his feats both on and off the court.9 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Dikembe Mutombo, NBA Hall of Famer and humanitarian, dies at 58
Former NBA star’s diagnosis was revealed two years ago Center was known for charity work in US and Africa Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, whose towering presence dominated basketball ...10 hours ago - NBA -
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Hall of Fame basketball player Dikembe Mutombo dies at 58 from brain cancer
Hall of Fame basketball player Dikembe Mutombo dies at 58 from brain cancer10 hours ago -
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Dikembe Mutombo, a Hall of Fame player and tireless advocate, dies at 58 from brain cancer
Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, one of the best defensive players in NBA history and a longtime global ambassador for the game, died Monday after a battle with brain cancer, the league ...10 hours ago -
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Dikembe Mutombo, NBA Hall of Famer, dies at 58
Dikembe Mutombo, who was an eight-time NBA All-Star, was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2022.10 hours ago - NBA -
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Dikembe Mutombo, NBA legend and Hall of Famer, dies of brain cancer at 58
Mutombo was surrounded by his family when he passed.10 hours ago - NBA -
Politics - The Hill
Senate Democrat introduces bill to expand Supreme Court
Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden introduced bill on Thursday that would bring fundamental changes to the nation's high court.11 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
As Mexico’s President Steps Down, Some Laud His Legacy, but Others Fear It
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador lifted millions out of poverty while eroding democratic norms, allowing his nationalist political movement to expand its sway.11 hours ago -
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World - The Guardian
American man pleads guilty in Moscow court to charge of fighting for Ukraine
Stephen James Hubbard, 72, is first US citizen to be tried as a mercenary in Russia during the war with Ukraine. Russia-Ukraine war – latest news updates A US citizen has pleaded guilty in a ...12 hours ago - Ukraine -
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South Korean court sentences 3 officers to prison over deadly 2022 Halloween crush
A South Korean court has given three police officers prison sentences over their botched handling of a 2022 Halloween crush in a Seoul nightlife district that killed nearly 160 people13 hours ago - South Korea -
World - The Guardian
British judge Nicholas Phillips steps down from Hong Kong court
Phillips, who the court of final appeal said was stepping down for ‘personal reasons’, is fifth foreign judge to leave city’s judiciary this year. The British judge Nicholas Phillips has stepped ...13 hours ago - Hong Kong -
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A Russian court has sentenced a man convicted in the car bombing of a nationalist writer to life in prison
A Russian court has sentenced a man convicted in the car bombing of a nationalist writer to life in prison14 hours ago -
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Thai court orders extradition of Vietnam activist who rights groups say will be at risk if returned
A Thai court has ordered the extradition of a Vietnamese activist detained in Bangkok, despite fears among rights groups that he could be at risk if sent home15 hours ago -
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Kishida's legacy: Scandals and compromise at home, global respect for security and diplomacy
Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will resign Tuesday, handing over leadership to his successor Shigeru Ishiba, who says he plans to call a snap election for Oct. 2717 hours ago -
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First celebrity leaves this year's Strictly after dance-off - who was it?
Two contestants faced the first dreaded dance-off in front of the judges to decide their fate.22 hours ago -
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'Kris is still saving lives,' says twin of late breast cancer campaigner
Maren Sheldon says her sister Kris - founder of charity Coppafeel - was a "beacon of hope" for many people.23 hours ago -
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Broncos RB Badie (back) carted off on backboard
Broncos RB Tyler Badie was placed on a backboard and carted off with a back injury vs. the Jets on Sunday.Yesterday - NFL