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SGDQ Shines as Speedrunning’s Bright Spot Amid Turbulence
gaming2 hours ago

SGDQ Shines as Speedrunning’s Bright Spot Amid Turbulence

Summer Games Done Quick is underway, delivering on-stage speedruns that showcase how players pioneer routes and glitches to finish games quickly, with standout moments like a world-record run on the big stage and unique races (e.g., Spyro: Year Of The Dragon original vs remake). The event combines dazzling technical skill with live crowd energy and charitable donations, positioning speedrunning as a positive force amid a challenging moment in gaming culture.

Outdoor Quad-Showdown: OSU, Cincinnati, Dayton and Xavier in Charity Exhibition
sports1 day ago

Outdoor Quad-Showdown: OSU, Cincinnati, Dayton and Xavier in Charity Exhibition

Ohio State, Cincinnati, Dayton and Xavier will stage the CareSource Invitational on Oct. 7 at the Lindner Family Tennis Center, turning a tennis venue into an outdoor basketball court for two exhibition games to raise awareness and funds for mental health and suicide prevention; if weather prevents play, the games will move to UD Arena in Dayton, and the event will not be televised.

SGDQ 2026 kicks off a week of high-speed gaming for charity
technology5 days ago

SGDQ 2026 kicks off a week of high-speed gaming for charity

SGDQ 2026 runs July 5–12 with 69+ speedruns spanning AAA to indie titles, streamed on Twitch and YouTube to support Doctors Without Borders. Highlights include Tunic (with the developer present), Super Mario Odyssey (story moons), Sonic 3 & Knuckles (glitched), Hollow Knight: Silksong "Awoo%" run, Pokémon FireRed Elite Four twice, and Elden Ring in co-op. Full schedule is on the SGDQ site, and the event remains a beloved yearly highlight for gamers.

Dolly Parton jokes about Swift and Kelce’s future baby after their wedding
entertainment6 days ago

Dolly Parton jokes about Swift and Kelce’s future baby after their wedding

Dolly Parton joked in an Instagram video that she’d love to have Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s firstborn, a request Kelce liked on social media while Swift hasn’t publicly commented. The couple reportedly donated about $26 million to charities, including Parton’s Imagination Library, around their July 3 wedding, with lighthearted quips about a Kelce family reunion from Jason Kelce.

Swift and Kelce Give $26M to Charities as Wedding Nears
entertainment8 days ago

Swift and Kelce Give $26M to Charities as Wedding Nears

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated a combined $26 million to 20 charities across New York, Rhode Island, Kansas City and national organizations ahead of their wedding at Madison Square Garden, with recipients including food banks, youth programs and hospitals; the exact amounts per charity were not disclosed, and the gifts drew gratitude from beneficiaries as the couple’s wedding approaches.

Swift-Kelce's $26 Million Charitable Push Ahead of Wedding
entertainment8 days ago

Swift-Kelce's $26 Million Charitable Push Ahead of Wedding

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced $26 million in charitable donations to more than 20 organizations nationwide, spanning food banks, after-school programs, and hospitals, in the lead-up to their wedding reportedly at Madison Square Garden; recipients include Food Bank for NYC, LA Regional Food Bank, ASPCA, After-School All-Stars, and Children’s Mercy Hospital.

Swift and Kelce pledge $26M to charities ahead of rumored Madison Square Garden wedding
entertainment8 days ago

Swift and Kelce pledge $26M to charities ahead of rumored Madison Square Garden wedding

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced a $26 million donation to 20 U.S. charities across locations including New York, Kansas City, and Nashville, ahead of their rumored Madison Square Garden wedding this weekend. The donation aligns with Swift’s philanthropic pattern and comes amid reports of a pre-wedding event at MSG, drawing fan speculation over the symbolic amount and star-studded gathering.

Olivia Rodrigo Unveils Daisy Chain Fields, a Women-Driven Irvine Festival Benefiting Women and Girls
arts-and-entertainment17 days ago

Olivia Rodrigo Unveils Daisy Chain Fields, a Women-Driven Irvine Festival Benefiting Women and Girls

Pop star Olivia Rodrigo announced Daisy Chain Fields, a one-day, all-women lineup festival at Irvine’s Great Park on Aug. 29, featuring 14 performances across two stages from artists like Stevie Nicks, Garbage, Chappell Roan, Doechii, and Rodrigo; 100% of net proceeds go to charities supporting women and girls, with presale starting June 24.

Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields Festival: All Acts Free for Charity
music18 days ago

Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields Festival: All Acts Free for Charity

Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields Festival in Irvine will feature an all-women lineup performing for free, with 100% of net proceeds donated to charity; the bill includes Mitski, Bikini Kill, The Breeders, Chappell Roan, Doechii, Eli, Garbage and more, with Rodrigo headlining and guests like Stevie Nicks and Karen O; proceeds support a range of charities and Lilith Fair-inspired activism.

Olivia Rodrigo Announces Daisy Chain Fields, an All-Women Festival for a Cause
music18 days ago

Olivia Rodrigo Announces Daisy Chain Fields, an All-Women Festival for a Cause

Olivia Rodrigo announced Daisy Chain Fields, an all-women music festival at Irvine's Great Park on August 29, featuring an all-female lineup and special guests Karen O, Stevie Nicks and Sarah McLachlan; 100% of net proceeds will support charities advancing women and girls, with partnerships including Planned Parenthood and other women’s organizations.

Olivia Rodrigo Unveils Daisy Chain Fields, a Women-Forward Benefit Festival
music18 days ago

Olivia Rodrigo Unveils Daisy Chain Fields, a Women-Forward Benefit Festival

Olivia Rodrigo announced Daisy Chain Fields, a Lilith Fair-inspired, all-female-fronted charity festival at Great Park in Irvine, CA on Aug 29, featuring Mitski, Bikini Kill, Doechii, and special guests like Stevie Nicks; net profits will support women's nonprofits such as Planned Parenthood and the Center for Reproductive Rights, with artists donating their performance profits; presale starts June 24.