Charlotte Observer reporter Théoden Janes continues his series of interviews with influential, intriguing people who live and work in the Charlotte area — conducted while they run a handful of miles ...

Ma Baoli found himself on the internet. It started one night, in 1998, when the young policeman from north China seated himself at a computer in a newly opened web cafe and searched for the word that ...

Madison Chock and Evan Bates helped Team USA take the lead in the figure skating team event at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The ice dance pair faces a demanding schedule of four programs in six days, ...

Kendra Bates is one of six people who left modern life to join a traditionalist community on TLC's new series 'Suddenly Amish,' which premiered on Jan. 13 TLC Kendra Bates is one of six cast members ...

TAMPA, Fla. — Ballet is defined by beauty and grace, but those effortless turns and leaps require a high level of athleticism. Kathryn Morgan is a former professional ballet dancer, landing coveted ...

Ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates are competing for a record-breaking seventh U.S. championship title. The pair achieved a season-best score in their rhythm dance at the 2026 U.S. figure ...

Ice dance opened the next phase of the Olympic figure skating team event with Madison Chock and Evan Bates keeping Team USA out front in the top spot. Skating their “Paint it, Black” free dance, ...