Alex Pereira accused Ciryl Gane of landing illegal shots, including to the back of the head, during their interim UFC heavyweight title fight. Pereira believes these strikes contributed to his loss and criticized referee Herb Dean for not stopping the fight sooner.
Amrutha ET, a third-generation practitioner, is leading the revival of Kalaripayattu, Kerala's ancient martial art. She emphasizes its role as a discipline for mind and body, challenging misconceptions about women in martial arts and highlighting its healing aspects.
US law enforcement foiled a plot to attack the White House during a UFC event attended by President Donald Trump. Multiple individuals are in custody after allegedly planning to use explosive drones and a sniper team.
President Trump announced a major "rally" in Washington for July 4, calling it "the most spectacular TRUMP RALLY of them all." The event, named "Tribute to America," will be held at the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial.
A UFC fight at the White House faces delays due to thunderstorms, with 70% chance of rain and high humidity. The event, coinciding with Trump's birthday and Flag Day, is the first professional sporting event at the residence. A lawsuit to cancel it was denied, but polls show public skepticism.
Dozens protested UFC fights on the White House lawn, calling it corrupt and a commercialization of federal land. The event, coinciding with Trump's birthday, sparked counter-programming focused on peace and democracy.
Donald Trump sediará um evento de MMA na Casa Branca, gerando controvérsias sobre o uso de monumentos nacionais e potenciais conflitos de interesse. O evento, UFC Freedom 250, celebra o 250º aniversário dos EUA e o "espírito lutador americano".
A UFC event at the White House faces potential disruption from thunderstorms and high humidity, with a 70% chance of rain forecast for Sunday evening. The event, coinciding with President Trump's birthday and Flag Day, is part of America's 250th anniversary celebrations.
Dana White, UFC CEO, has evolved into a significant political power broker and advisor to Donald Trump, leveraging the promotion's young, alternative-media-consuming demographic. The UFC's White House event highlights this convergence of sports, politics, and media.
Ein Käfigkampf-Event der UFC findet am Südrasen des Weißen Hauses statt, anlässlich des 80. Geburtstags von US-Präsident Donald Trump. Die Veranstaltung, die über 60 Millionen Dollar kostet und 4.000-5.000 Zuschauer vor Ort erwartet, stößt auf Kritik und Proteste, wird aber von anderen als "cool für Amerika" gefeiert.
A federal judge has denied a request to stop the White House from hosting a UFC event on the South Lawn this weekend, coinciding with Donald Trump's 80th birthday. The lawsuit, filed by the Public Integrity Project, argued the event was an improper use of public grounds for a private, for-profit venture.
UFC fighters are training on the White House South Lawn for a cage fight event, marking a significant shift for the sport from its controversial beginnings to mainstream acceptance, even reaching the presidential residence.
Three Indonesian Chinese educators on a "Red Candle Henan Tour" found rich educational resources in Songshan, Henan. They experienced the "cultural and martial arts journey" at Songyang Academy and Shaolin Tagou Martial Arts School, planning to integrate these elements into Indonesian Chinese education.
Athletic Sonnenberg in Chemnitz, Germany, provides an inclusive MMA training space as an alternative to the prevalent far-right influenced gyms in Saxony, promoting diversity and empowerment.
A temporary 5,000-seat UFC arena is being built on the White House lawn to host a cage match on June 14, marking the US's 250th anniversary and Donald Trump's 80th birthday, featuring two title fights.
A Brazilian jiu jitsu class in Beirut's Burj al-Barajneh refugee camp is empowering young women and girls by teaching them self-defense, confidence, and how to use their voices. Coach Mirella Atallah aims to foster women's empowerment in public spaces, helping participants overcome societal expectations and personal adversities.
A martial arts exhibition celebrating Zhang Sanfeng's 779th birthday was held on May 25th in Wudang Mountain, Hubei. Nearly 500 Wudang martial arts inheritors, scholars, and enthusiasts gathered for the event, which showcased Wudang's rich martial arts heritage and cultural significance.
Ronda Rousey's 17-second win over Gina Carano headlined MMA's Netflix debut, promoted by Jake Paul's MVP. Despite criticism, the event highlighted a potential void in the UFC's promotion strategy.
Conor McGregor will return to the UFC octagon on July 11 in Las Vegas to face Max Holloway at UFC 329. McGregor, who has not fought since breaking his leg in 2021, aims to rebound from a series of losses and a recent injury.
A performer at a scenic spot in central China went viral for offering visitors “lollipop kisses”, raising controversy about the boundaries of interactive tourism. Ge’s Fairy Village, a resort in Jiangxi province, combines Taoist culture with forested landscapes and features martial arts-themed hotels. Adult tickets usually cost 130 yuan (US$20). One of its most popular entertainers, known online as “Little Yellow Fish”, has drawn nearly 400,000 followers on mainland social media. Dressed in...
Newcastle United ended a five-game losing streak with a 3-1 victory over Brighton at St James' Park. Goals from Will Osula, Dan Burn, and Harvey Barnes provided a crucial win for manager Eddie Howe in front of the club's Saudi owners.
