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music1 year ago

"Unmatched: Doja Cat's History-Making Coachella Performance and the Best Surprise Acts of the Year"

Doja Cat made history as the first female rapper to headline Coachella with a dazzling performance, showcasing her dancing, rapping skills, and show-stopping costumes. She performed hits like “Acknowledge Me,” “Attention,” and “Wet Vagina,” and was joined on stage by Teezo Touchdown, 21 Savage, The Joy, and A$AP Rocky. Fans and fellow artists praised her live show and flow, with some expressing newfound admiration for her artistry.

music1 year ago

"Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' Makes Chart-Topping History"

Beyoncé makes history by becoming the first Black woman to top Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart with "Cowboy Carter," her eighth album to top the Billboard 200 overall, surpassing 407,000 units in the U.S. and marking her biggest opening debut since 2016's "Lemonade." The achievement follows her record-breaking single "Texas Hold 'Em," making her a trailblazer in the country music genre and highlighting ongoing diversity issues within the industry.

sports1 year ago

"American Sailor Cole Brauer Makes History with Solo Round-the-World Race"

Cole Brauer, a 29-year-old sailor from New York, has made history as the first American woman to race solo nonstop around the world, placing second out of 16 competitors in the Global Solo Challenge. Her 30,000-mile journey took 130 days and was filled with treacherous conditions, including navigating the "Great Capes" of Africa, Australia, and South America. Despite facing numerous challenges, including injury and dehydration, Brauer's determination and mental strength propelled her to this historic achievement, and she hopes to inspire other young girls in the sport.

sports1 year ago

"29-Year-Old American Woman Makes History with Solo Sail Around the World"

Cole Brauer, a 29-year-old skipper from Long Island, became the first US woman to sail solo around the world, completing the Global Solo Challenge in second place after 130 days at sea. She tearfully reunited with her family in Spain, celebrating with champagne and expressing her desire to inspire more women to pursue solo sailing. Brauer overcame challenges, including a rib injury, and documented her journey on social media, aiming to break gender barriers in the male-dominated sport.

entertainment2 years ago

"Trailblazing Lily Gladstone: Making History with Her Oscar Nomination"

Lily Gladstone, the first Native American woman to be nominated for Best Actress at the Oscars, celebrates her historic nomination for her role in "Killers of the Flower Moon" in her hometown of Pawhuska, Okla. She expresses gratitude for the recognition and acknowledges the shoulders of the Indigenous actors she stands on, emphasizing that she won't be the last. Gladstone also reflects on her high school yearbook photo predicting her Oscar win and shares her excitement for the upcoming awards ceremony.

music2 years ago

"ATEEZ Makes History at Coachella 2024 Alongside No Doubt Reunion and Latino Acts"

Ateez, the K-pop boy group, is set to make history as the first of its kind to perform at Coachella. Following the success of their album "THE WORLD EP. FIN: WILL," which secured the number one spot on the US Billboard 200 chart, the group will take the stage at the renowned music festival alongside K-pop girl group Le Sserafim and K-rock band The Rose. Known for their high-energy performances and viral choreography, Ateez is expected to deliver an electrifying set featuring popular tracks like "Crazy Form" and fan favorites from their discography, promising an unforgettable experience for festival-goers.

entertainment2 years ago

Miss Nicaragua Sheynnis Palacios Triumphs at Miss Universe 2023, Overcoming Mental Health Challenges

Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua was crowned Miss Universe 2023, becoming the first-ever Nicaraguan to win the title. The competition took place in San Salvador, El Salvador, and featured 84 delegates from around the world. Miss Thailand, Anntonia Porsild, was the first runner-up, while Miss Australia, Moraya Wilson, placed third. The event also marked the first time the pageant was hosted by an all-female team and allowed married women and mothers to compete. The new Miss Universe celebrated her win on social media, emphasizing the historic moment for Nicaraguans.

entertainment2 years ago

Nicaragua's Sheynnis Palacios Makes History as Miss Universe 2023

Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua has made history by becoming the first woman from her country to win the Miss Universe title. The 23-year-old mental-health activist and audiovisual producer impressed the judges with her advocacy work and TV segment on emotional care. The competition also saw other historic moments, including the participation of married women, mothers, plus-size contestants, and transgender women. Miss Thailand was named runner-up, and Miss Australia placed third.

entertainment2 years ago

Alex Newell Makes History as First Nonbinary Tony Award Winner

Alex Newell and J. Harrison Ghee made history at the 2023 Tony Awards as the first openly nonbinary performers to win in their respective categories. Newell won for actor in a featured role in a musical for Shucked, while Ghee won for leading actor in a musical for Some Like It Hot. Both thanked their mothers and dedicated their awards to trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming people. The Tonys still use gendered performance categories, but Newell and Ghee chose to be nominated within the best actor pools.

sports2 years ago

Olivia Pichardo Makes History as First Woman to Play in DI Baseball Game

Olivia Pichardo, a freshman at Brown University, became the first woman to play in a Division I baseball game. She came on as a pinch hitter in the bottom of the ninth inning and grounded out to first base in a 10-1 loss to Bryant. Pichardo was previously a pitcher and outfielder for the U.S. baseball women's national team and played varsity baseball in Queens. Her coach hopes her achievement will inspire others and show that players should be judged solely on their abilities.