Dikembe Mutombo’s Legacy
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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.24 minutes ago -
World - The Guardian
California bans universities from admitting students based on ‘legacy’
The rule, in effect from September 2025, will block colleges from giving preference to pupils close to alumni and donors. California became the fifth state in the US to ban universities from ...2 hours ago - California -
Sports - CBS Sports
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 833 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
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 forgotten3 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
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.3 hours 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.4 hours ago - NBA -
Sports - ESPN
NBA media day: Knicks, Wolves talk KAT trade; Embiid honors Mutombo
Here's what we learned from the 2024-25 NBA media day as players and coaches from across the league prepare for the season.5 hours ago - NBA -
Health - ABC News
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. 15 hours ago -
Sports - ABC News
Reaction to the death of Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo
Reactions to the death of Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo5 hours ago -
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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.8 hours ago - California -
Sports - CBS Sports
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 basketball8 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
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.9 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
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'9 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
NBA legend Mutombo dies from brain cancer aged 58
NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo dies from brain cancer at the age of 58.9 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.”10 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 Year11 hours ago - NBA -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
'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.12 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 ...12 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 cancer12 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 ...13 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 2022.13 hours ago - NBA -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Dikembe Mutombo, NBA legend and Hall of Famer, dies of brain cancer at 58
Mutombo was surrounded by his family when he passed.13 hours ago - NBA -
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.14 hours ago -
World - ABC News
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. 2720 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.Yesterday