John Randolph Bodine Thune, born in Pierre, South Dakota, is a Republican politician and U.S. senator. He graduated from multiple universities and served in various capacities, including as a legislative aide and railroad director. Thune has been a U.S. senator since 2004, leading the Republican Conference in 2024.
13 things about UFC fighter Navajo Stirling from Upper Hutt, New Zealand
Rongotehengia Navajo Hunter Stirling is a Māori mixed martial artist from New Zealand, currently with the UFC. Based in Auckland and training at City Kickboxing, he has a perfect MMA record of 5-0. He became WKBF K-1 World Heavyweight Champion in September 2022 and remains active in the light heavyweight division.
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13 things about UFC fighter Brad Katona from Dublin, Ireland
Brad Katona is a Canadian MMA fighter from Winnipeg, currently competing in the UFC out of Dublin. He holds a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and has a professional record of 14 wins and 5 losses in various divisions. Katona has notable victories and losses in his UFC career, demonstrating his competitive spirit.
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10 things about UFC fighter Bekzat Almakhan from Almaty, Kazakhstan
Bekzat Almakhan is a Kazakh mixed martial artist from Uzynagash, currently fighting in the bantamweight division for the UFC. With a record of 12 wins and 2 losses and a black belt in karate, he debuted in the UFC on March 2, 2024, after competing in various promotions.
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13 things about 11th Hawaii lieutenant governor Duke Aiona
James Richard "Duke" Aiona Jr. is a Republican politician, served as Hawaii's 11th lieutenant governor, and has run for governor multiple times, losing in 2010, 2014, and 2022. Born in Honolulu, he has a background in law and worked as a family court judge. Aiona is married with four children.
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10 things about 28th Oklahoma governor Kevin Stitt
John Kevin Stitt serves as the 28th governor of Oklahoma. Born in Florida, he is a member of the Cherokee Nation and co-founded Gateway Mortgage. Stitt took office in 2019 and was reelected in 2022. His tenure has included significant legislative actions regarding abortion and sports betting, alongside family and personal milestones.
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10 things about 89th Connecticut governor Ned Lamont
Edward Miner "Ned" Lamont Jr. is the 89th governor of Connecticut, having been sworn in first in 2019 and reelected in 2023. A Democrat and businessman, he has a history of political involvement and reforms, including police oversight and abortion protections. Born in Washington, D.C., he resides in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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13 things about Miss Universe Nigeria 2021 Maristella Okpala
Maristella Chidiogo Okpala is a Nigerian cabin crew member, dental technician, model, and beauty queen from Enugu State. She is the eldest of four siblings and has participated in various beauty contests, winning titles such as Miss Earth Nigeria 2018. In 2019, she worked with Emirates Airline in Dubai. She also advocates for environmental awareness through her projects.
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10 things about US Army veteran Larry Eugene Parks from Oregon
Larry Eugene Parks, born in 1950, served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He went missing in 1979 and was found dead in Oregon in 1980, but his identity remained unknown for 45 years. In 2025, advancements in genetic testing led to his identification. His death is linked to serial killer Randy Steven Craft.
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13 things about Chula Vista, California’s Jacqueline Ma
Jacqueline Ma used to be a teacher in California. She was sentenced to 30 years in prison after confessing to abusing two boys.
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