Kentucky Derby history: Secretariat’s victory helped catapult him into iconic status

Secretariat transcended the sport of horse racing, even inspiring a movie by Disney. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — One hundred-fifty-one horses have won the Kentucky Derby. Only one was Secretariat. Big Red captured the attention of the sport and became an American icon, even inspiring a Disney movie long after his racing career. Before he won his … Read more

Former NFL player saves multiple lives through organ donation after deadly aneurism

Ronyell Whitaker’s lungs were transplanted and his heart donated for research, highlighting how one donor can help multiple patients. MINNESOTA, USA — Former NFL player Ronyell Whitaker is leaving a life-saving legacy after his death, donating organs that helped people in need. Whitaker, who played in the National Football League from 2006 to 2007, saved … Read more