Roanoke educator recalls students who broke racial barriers in 1960s

“Better late than never,” Dolores Johns said, emphasizing the importance of recognizing her students who played a significant role in integrating Roanoke’s retail stores during the 1960s.

She expressed that their courageous efforts should be acknowledged and remembered, highlighting their contribution to the progress within the community. Their actions helped pave the way for greater equality and inclusion in Roanoke’s retail sector, marking an important chapter in the city’s history.
https://roanoke.com/news/local/education/k-12/article_7cb490dd-ddc2-4a79-a177-be1b649c46ae.html

Russian overnight attack on Ukraine’s Kyiv kills at least 3, wounds dozens

At least three people have been killed and dozens wounded in an overnight Russian air attack on Kyiv, according to the mayor of the Ukrainian capital, as Russia’s war on Ukraine approaches its four-year mark.

Mayor Vitali Klitschko said on Sunday that “several” Russian drones were operating over the city, and warned people to “remain in shelters.”

“According to preliminary information, three people died and 27 were wounded (including 6 children),” Klitschko wrote later on Telegram, adding that all had received medical attention and some had been hospitalized.

He said drone fragments fell onto a nine-storey residential building in the northeastern Desnyansky district, sparking fires in apartments on several floors. “The fire has already been extinguished. Work is ongoing to dismantle the structures,” Klitschko wrote.

Fragments also damaged another nine-floor block in the same district, where five people were rescued. He added that “dismantling of structures is ongoing.”

More drone fragments fell on a 16-storey residential block in the northern Obolonsky district, damaging an apartment. “There are no fires or structural collapses,” Klitschko said.

The full scale of the damage and size of the attack were not immediately known. Kyiv and its surrounding region were under air raid alerts for about 1.5 hours before the air force called them off at about 00:30 GMT.

Both sides deny targeting civilians in their attacks on each other’s territory. However, thousands have been killed in the war that Russia started with its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the vast majority of them Ukrainian, including many civilians.

The attacks came a day after other Russian drone and missile strikes killed four people—two of them in Kyiv—and wounded more than a dozen across Ukraine, according to Ukrainian authorities.

On Saturday, former United States President Donald Trump played down prospects of a summit with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, saying he was “not going to be wasting [his] time.”

The remarks came as Kremlin negotiator Kirill Dmitriev met with Trump administration officials, including special envoy Steve Witkoff, a Russian source familiar with the talks told the AFP news agency. The discussions were expected to continue on Sunday.

Earlier this week, the US and the European Union announced new sweeping sanctions on Russian energy aimed at crippling Moscow’s war economy. Putin said he would not bend to pressure from the West.

“No self-respecting country and no self-respecting people ever decides anything under pressure,” he said, calling the US sanctions an “unfriendly act.”
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/10/26/russian-overnight-attack-on-ukraines-kyiv-kills-at-least-3-wounds-dozens?traffic_source=rss

“Next KP in making” – Fans react to Harry Brook’s blistering 135 in NZ vs ENG 2025 1st ODI

England’s ODI skipper, Harry Brook, played a sensational knock in their first game against New Zealand in the ongoing three-match series. The opening match took place at Mount Maunganui on Sunday, October 26.

Batting first, England suffered a top-order collapse, losing four wickets with just ten runs on the board. However, captain Harry Brook stepped up and played an innings for the ages. The right-hander slammed a scintillating hundred and led his team’s fightback spectacularly.

Brook scored 135 runs off just 101 balls, batting at number five. His stellar innings included nine boundaries and 11 sixes, striking at an impressive rate of 133.66. Thanks to his heroics, England managed to post a competitive total of 223 before being bundled out in 35.2 overs.

Fans around the world were awestruck by Brook’s brilliance and took to X (formerly Twitter) to celebrate his blistering hundred. One fan even suggested that Brook could be the next Kevin Pietersen for England, noting Pietersen’s reputation for explosive middle-order batting. The fan tweeted, “Harry Brook man. He is next KP in making. He will rule.”

Here are some other reactions from fans on X, praising Brook’s fabulous knock:

While Brook’s innings was nothing short of magnificent, the total of 223 might not be enough for England to defend against a strong New Zealand side. Nonetheless, England will be keen for their skipper to carry this excellent form into the remaining matches of the series.

### A Look at Harry Brook’s International Career

Harry Brook, in his relatively short international career so far, has emerged as an exceptional talent for England across all formats of the game.

The 26-year-old made his international debut in January 2022 in a T20I against the West Indies. His Test debut came later that year against South Africa, and his maiden ODI appearance was also against the same opponents in 2023.

To date, Brook has featured in 30 Tests, 33 ODIs, and 52 T20Is. In Test cricket, he has amassed 2,820 runs from 50 innings at an outstanding average of 57.55, including 10 centuries and 13 half-centuries.

In ODIs, Brook has scored 1,130 runs at an average of 37.66, with two centuries and six fifties from 33 matches. In the shortest format, he has accumulated 1,012 runs from 52 games at an average of 30.66, boasting a strike rate of 151.72 along with five half-centuries.

With such promising numbers and a natural flair for attacking cricket, Harry Brook is undoubtedly a key figure in England’s cricketing future. Fans will be hoping to see more extraordinary innings from their dynamic captain in the upcoming matches.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/news-next-kp-making-fans-react-harry-brook-s-blistering-135-nz-vs-eng-2025-1st-odi

“We will celebrate this win” – Jaipur Pink Panthers’ head coach reacts after win over Haryana Steelers in Pro Kabaddi 2025 Playoffs

**Jaipur Pink Panthers Edge Out Defending Champions Haryana Steelers in Pro Kabaddi 2025 Play-In**

Jaipur Pink Panthers secured a thrilling 30-27 victory over defending champions Haryana Steelers in Play-in 1 of the Pro Kabaddi 2025 season on Saturday, October 25. This win propelled the Panthers into the Eliminator round, where they will face the Patna Pirates.

**Coach Narender Redhu Reflects on the Match**

Jaipur Pink Panthers’ head coach Narender Redhu shared his thoughts on the game during the post-match press conference. He highlighted the team’s strategic preparation, especially in dealing with Haryana’s key defenders Jaideep Dahiya and Rahul Sethpal.

“Our plan was to avoid Jaideep and Rahul, who are their main defenders. And we did that,” said Redhu. “It definitely lifts the confidence when young players perform so well. We will benefit from this game. It was clear that they have a good defense, and if they took the lead, our raiders would have to try more. So we had planned to keep our defense tight. Our defense did well, and we got a lead and we did not let it go.”

This season, the Panthers fielded a relatively new team with several youngsters. However, they not only reached the playoffs but also delivered impressive performances throughout the campaign.

Redhu added, “We will celebrate this win. These are all new guys and playing for the first time but have done so well. We will plan for the next game tomorrow.”

**Next Up: Eliminator 1 Against Patna Pirates**

The Panthers will take on the Patna Pirates in Eliminator 1 on Sunday, October 26, aiming to continue their strong run in the playoffs.

**Haryana Steelers Coach Manpreet Singh Reacts to the Defeat**

The loss to Jaipur Pink Panthers marked the end of the season for the defending champions Haryana Steelers. Reflecting on the defeat, head coach Manpreet Singh acknowledged the Panthers’ superior performance.

“We cannot get away by saying we made mistakes. They played really well. They played better. We could not play well. After half-time we had to take more risk,” Singh said. “We will have to work on our mistakes for the next season.”

The Steelers faced additional challenges this season, notably the absence of raider Naveen Kumar, who played just four games before being sidelined due to injury. Singh provided an update on Naveen’s rehabilitation and future with the team.

“Naveen is preparing and getting fit. We will have to see how he plays in the nationals. But whether he wants to go into the auction or stay with us depends on him. If he is fit, we would want to keep him. But right now he is under rehab.”

Looking ahead, Haryana Steelers aim to regroup and make a stronger comeback in the upcoming season.

**About the Author**

*Rishab Vm* is an Indian sports writer at Sportskeeda, covering Kabaddi, Hockey, Indian Football, and Olympic sports. With around three years of experience, Rishab has also worked with My Khel, The News Minute, Times Network, and Deccan Herald. He holds an MA in Media and Communication Studies and has been recognized twice as ‘Commentator of the Month’ while working with Sportskeeda’s communications team.

Rishab began following sports closely after the 2020 Olympics and has a particular interest in Kabaddi, having covered multiple Pro Kabaddi seasons. His favorite athlete is Neeraj Chopra, who significantly impacted Indian sports with his historic gold medal win at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

When not working, Rishab enjoys playing badminton and football.

*Edited by Rishab Vm*
https://www.sportskeeda.com/kabaddi/news-we-will-celebrate-win-jaipur-pink-panthers-head-coach-reacts-win-haryana-steelers-pro-kabaddi-2025-playoffs

Unfortunate Incident: Dominik Mysterio Busted Open; WWE Star Immediately Came To His Rescue

The reigning Intercontinental (IC) and AAA Mega Champion, Dominik Mysterio, was recently involved in an unfortunate incident. Details surrounding the event have yet to be fully disclosed, but the situation prompted swift action.

In a display of quick thinking and support, a major WWE star promptly came to Dominik’s rescue. This act not only highlights the camaraderie within the WWE roster but also underscores the importance of having reliable allies in the wrestling world.

Fans are eager to learn more about what transpired and how Dominik is doing following the incident. Stay tuned for further updates as more information becomes available.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-unfortunate-incident-dominik-mysterio-busted-open-wwe-star-immediately-came-to-his-rescue

Bitcoin flashing ‘rare’ top signal, Hayes tips $1M BTC: Hodler’s Digest, Oct. 19 – 25

Top Stories of The Week

Trader who made $190M shorting crash also apparently bet on CZ’s pardon

The anonymous crypto trader who reportedly made millions shorting the crypto market before US President Donald Trump’s tariff announcement appears to have profited again by betting that Trump would pardon the founder of Binance.

Onchain sleuth Euan highlighted Etherscan data showing a connection between this trader and a Polymarket account. The crypto wallet allegedly made $56,522 on Polymarket by betting that Trump would pardon Changpeng “CZ” Zhao sometime in 2025.

This trader had already been suspected within crypto circles of having access to insider knowledge, after their tightly timed Bitcoin and Ethereum shorts just hours before Trump’s tariff announcement sent prices tumbling.

Rumble partners with Tether to add Bitcoin tips for content creators

Video-sharing platform Rumble is preparing to roll out Bitcoin tipping for its more than 51 million monthly active users, announced CEO Chris Pavlovski on Friday.

Rumble has teamed up with stablecoin issuer Tether to enable Bitcoin tipping, Pavlovski said onstage at the Plan ₿ Forum in Lugano, Switzerland. “Right now, we’re in the testing phase [but] we’re going to start rolling that out alongside Tether here in the coming weeks,” he added.

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino, also onstage, expects a full rollout by early to mid-December once small bugs are fixed and the user experience is polished.

‘Crazy stuff’ needed for Bitcoin to reach $250K this year: Novogratz

Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz said that for Bitcoin to reach $250,000 by the end of the year, the planets would almost need to align perfectly.

Several crypto executives have recently reaffirmed their $250,000 Bitcoin price predictions for year-end. “The end of the year is only two and a half months away,” Novogratz said during a CNBC interview, adding: “There would have to be a heck of a lot of crazy stuff to really get that kind of momentum.”

Arthur Hayes calls for $1M Bitcoin as new Japan PM orders economic stimulus

Japan’s new Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, announced a package of economic stimulus measures on Tuesday aimed at easing inflation’s impact on households.

Some crypto observers believe these measures may drive more capital into Bitcoin. The stimulus includes subsidies for electricity and gas charges, as well as regional grants to ease price pressures and encourage small to medium-sized businesses to raise wages.

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes interpreted this as a precursor to more fiat money printing by Japan’s central bank, which he says may propel Bitcoin’s rise to $1 million. “Translation: let’s print money to hand out to folks to help with food and energy costs,” Hayes commented on X, adding this dynamic might trigger a rise in both Bitcoin and the Japanese yen.

Prediction markets hit new high as Polymarket enters Sam Altman’s World

World co-founder and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s digital identity project, previously known as Worldcoin, is expanding into prediction markets by integrating Polymarket.

The World App, a mobile app combining a digital wallet with World’s decentralized identity tool, World ID, has integrated the Polymarket App, the company announced Tuesday.

“World App users can download and access the new Mini App today in countries where Polymarket’s services are permitted,” the announcement said.

Winners and Losers

At week’s end, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $111,265, Ether (ETH) at $3,932, and XRP at $2.60. The total crypto market capitalization stands at $3.61 trillion, according to CoinMarketCap.

Among the top 100 cryptocurrencies, the biggest altcoin gainers of the week are:

  • Humanity Protocol (H) – 224.39%
  • Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL) – 80.72%
  • ZCash (ZEC) – 28.45%

The top three altcoin losers of the week are:

  • Plasma (XPL) – 7.93%
  • PancakeSwap (CAKE) – 5.91%
  • TRON (TRX) – 5.03%

For more on crypto prices, be sure to read Cointelegraph’s detailed market analysis.

Most Memorable Quotations

“If Congress does not stop this kind of corruption, it owns it.” – Elizabeth Warren, US senator

“So the most likely outlook is we’re rangy between 100 and 120 or 125, unless we take out the top side.” – Mike Novogratz, CEO of Galaxy Digital

“Bitcoin is forming a rare broadening top on the charts. This pattern is famous for tops.” – Peter Brandt, veteran trader

“Sometimes we’re literally selling 50 million an hour or 100 million an hour and buying the $100 million of Bitcoin the same hour.” – Michael Saylor, executive chairman of Strategy

“So what happens there is the AI analyzes where you are, looks at the geography of what retailer [is nearby] and determines that that’s the one, and then uses a blockchain to actually do a digital payment system for the tall low-fat latte.” – Kevin O’Leary, multimillionaire

“I’ve been saying for the past two years that the influence of @paradigm within Ethereum could become a relevant tail risk for the ecosystem. I believe this will become increasingly clear to everyone in the months ahead.” – Federico Carrone, Ethereum developer

Top Prediction of The Week

XRP price eyes rally to $3.45 after Ripple CEO tells investors to ‘lock in’

XRP is flashing signs of a potential 35% breakout as bullish technicals align with fresh fundamentals, including Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s renewed push for the blockchain company’s “internet of value” vision.

Technical analysis indicates that XRP has bounced off the lower trendline of its prevailing ascending triangle pattern—a support that has historically preceded powerful rebound moves, including 70-80% jumps earlier in 2025.

Top FUD of The Week

Spot Ether ETFs see outflows for second consecutive week amid ‘cooling demand’

Spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have experienced two straight weeks of outflows amid cooling investor sentiment after months of strong inflows.

According to SoSoValue data, Ether products posted $243.9 million in net redemptions for the week ending Friday, following the previous week’s $311 million outflow.

This brings cumulative inflows across all Ether spot ETFs to $14.35 billion, with total net assets at $26.39 billion—approximately 5.55% of Ethereum’s market cap.

On Friday, the funds saw $93.6 million in outflows. BlackRock’s ETHA ETF led withdrawals with $100.99 million outflows, while Grayscale’s ETHE and Bitwise’s ETHW posted minor inflows.

Young Australians’ biggest financial regret: Ignoring Bitcoin at $400

Over 40% of Australian Gen Z and Millennials regret not investing in cryptocurrency a decade ago, a new survey from crypto broker Swyftx reveals.

The study, conducted by YouGov and released Thursday, surveyed 3,009 people. Nearly half of those under 35 expressed regret for missing out on crypto, followed by regrets over not buying property or shares in big tech companies like Apple and Amazon.

The fear of missing out (FOMO) is likely fueled by institutional buying of Bitcoin and Ether by corporations, sovereign entities, and US pension funds, according to Swyftx.

Bitcoin chart is echoing the 1970s soybean bubble: Peter Brandt

Veteran trader Peter Brandt warns that Bitcoin’s price chart is starting to resemble the soybean market of the 1970s, which topped before plunging 50% amid excess global supply.

“Bitcoin is forming a rare broadening top on the charts. This pattern is famous for tops,” Brandt told Cointelegraph. “In the 1970s, Soybeans formed such a top, then declined 50% in value.”

However, some Bitcoin analysts remain confident that the charts signal further upside ahead.

Top Magazine Stories of The Week

Mysterious Mr Nakamoto author: Finding Satoshi would hurt Bitcoin

The author of The Mysterious Mr Nakamoto chased suspects worldwide and is now open to the idea that Satoshi Nakamoto might be an ex-cypherpunk working for the NSA.

Most wealthy Hong Kong investors plan to buy crypto, Japan’s Bitcoin plan: Asia Express

Hong Kong’s wealthy investors are planning to enter the crypto market this year, South Korea is poised to ban stablecoin yields, and more regional updates.

Cliff bought 2 homes with Bitcoin mortgages: Clever or insane?

Buying a house on credit while holding Bitcoin sounds intriguing. Bitcoin-backed mortgages offer interesting benefits, but what are the drawbacks? We explore this trend in the latest feature.

https://cointelegraph.com/magazine/bitcoin-flashing-rare-top-signal-hayes-tips-1m-btc-hodlers-digest-oct-19-25/?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

Rick Pitino pulling many positives from St. John’s competitive preseason loss to Michigan

One week ago, St. John’s struggled against mid-major opponent Towson but found a way to secure a win. Saturday night, however, they fell short in a 96-94 overtime setback to Michigan at the Garden. Despite the loss, there were encouraging signs in the Johnnies’ fight, their ability to rally from deficits, and the overall play of their frontcourt.

“I saw a lot of really good things,” coach Rick Pitino said afterward. “But I think the weakness is just eight new guys [getting used to] playing together. Great game, great game.”

The entertaining exhibition featured two preseason Top 10 teams, each boasting some of the nation’s best forwards: Zuby Ejiofor for St. John’s and Yaxel Lendeborg for Michigan. Both forwards performed well, combining for 49 points. St. John’s forwards Bryce Hopkins and Dillon Mitchell also had strong moments, each contributing 13 points. Point guard Dylan Darling (seven points, two assists) rebounded from a shaky outing against Towson.

Ultimately, Michigan proved superior on the glass, outrebounding St. John’s by 12 boards. The Wolverines also shot an efficient 52.2 percent from the field compared to 39.7 percent for the Johnnies. Pitino emphasized the need for his guards to improve their rebounding and defense while praising the active play of his frontcourt.

It didn’t help that starting guards Oziyah Sellers and Joson Sanon (14 points) both fouled out, limiting their minutes. Michigan coach Dusty May believed this was a key factor in the outcome.

The Red Storm trailed by eight early in overtime before sophomore Lefteris Liotopoulos caught fire, scoring eight consecutive points. He had a chance to give St. John’s the lead with 8.4 seconds left but missed two of three free throws.

Pitino and Ejiofor expressed concern over being outrebounded in both exhibition games and acknowledged that the many new players aren’t yet fully cohesive. While the defense forced 22 turnovers, it allowed 54 points in the paint to the mammoth Wolverines, who feature two seven-footers, Morez Johnson Jr. and Aday Mara.

“We’re trying to get back to that defensive mindset we had last year,” said Ejiofor, who finished with 24 points, six rebounds, six assists, and three steals. “It’s going to take time, but we’re going to figure it out.

“There’s no excuses. Winning is the standard that we’re trying to build here at St. John’s. Everybody came here to win, all the transfers came here to win. Just be better and learn from it.”

Pitino repeatedly praised the experience of facing an elite opponent at the Garden for the lessons it provided. The Hall of Fame coach intentionally scheduled a difficult nonconference slate to better prepare St. John’s for the challenges ahead.

“We’ll be ready for Quinnipiac. I don’t know if we’re ready for Alabama or Kentucky, Ole Miss, and the Las Vegas trip,” Pitino said. “But we’ll get it done. A lot of people are in the same boat we’re in with new players. I set the schedule tough because I need to know [where we have to get better].

“If we played a [lesser] team and won easily, we wouldn’t know what our weaknesses are. So I wanted to find out, and I found out tonight what our weaknesses are. It’s a great teaching tool.”
https://nypost.com/2025/10/26/sports/rick-pitino-stressing-positives-from-st-johns-preseason-loss-to-michigan/