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‘That’s Muhammad Ali’s Brother’: Rahaman Ali, A Quiet Legend, Dies At 82 ‘That’s Muhammad Ali’s Brother’: Rahaman Ali, A Quiet Legend, Dies At 82
‘That’s Muhammad Ali’s Brother’: Rahaman Ali, A Quiet Legend, Dies At 82 Rahaman Ali, the younger brother of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, has died, his family confirmed. Ali passed away on Friday, Aug. 1, just two weeks after his 82nd birthday, according to the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville. “You can’t tell Muhammad’s story without mentioning Rahaman,” DeVone Holt, president and CEO of the Ali Center, said.  “He was one of the most constant sources of support for Muhammad during his career, and their relationship was a true example of what it means to be ‘my brother’s keeper.’” According to Ali's family, he became ill in July, a day before his birthd…
HS Lacrosse Player Dies After Being Injured In Game Near Cleveland HS Lacrosse Player Dies After Being Injured In Game Near Cleveland
HS Lacrosse Player Dies After Being Injured In Game Near Cleveland A high school boys lacrosse player has died from injuries he sustained in a game earlier this week. The incident involving Dylan Veselic of Bay High School in Bay Village, Ohio, located about 15 miles west of Cleveland, happened Tuesday night, May 6, in a game against Olmsted Falls High School. The 16-year-old sophomore had been hit by a ball in the back of his head, below his helmet, while trying to block a shot, a witness told NBC affiliate WKYC in Cleveland. Veselic was hospitalized in critical condition after being transported by a medical helicopter. Two days later, the Bay …
Brotherhoods Salute Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter Killed In ATV Crash Brotherhoods Salute Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter Killed In ATV Crash
Brotherhoods Salute Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter Killed In ATV Crash Two separate brotherhoods displayed their respect, affection and grief as preparations continued for what is expected to be a massive funeral for Saddle Brook firefighter – and Port Authority tunnel and bridge agent – Shawn Sturdy. Purple and black bunting was hung from the emergency garages at the George Washington and Goethels bridges, as well as at the Lincoln and Holland tunnels. Meanwhile, a traffic sign outside the Saddle Brook main firehouse noted Sturdy’s passing. The Engine Co. #1 lieutenant fought hard for nine days before succumbing Sunday to injuries sustained in an ATV crash i…