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fromRMNB
1 week ago

Alex Ovechkin names best NHL fighters he's played with or against, reveals how he learned to fight well

Alex Ovechkin prepares for his 21st NHL season, discussing the relevance of martial arts training for hockey players.
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC's gladiatorial combat scene is growing, so I took a swing at it

Armored fighting is an emerging sport in New York, combining fitness and combat training.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

San Jose: Martial arts teacher arrested on suspicion of possessing child sexual abuse materials

The suspect was arrested on July 9 for possessing child sexual abuse material and was booked into Santa Clara County Main Jail. Reports indicated he was seen illegally downloading this material at his home.
MMA
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Tracking Canada's fascist fight clubs

Active clubs are part of a decentralized white supremacist and neo-Nazi network that has grown globally in recent years, increasingly moving from online forums to real-world training groups and anti-immigration protests.
Canada news
History
fromThe Walrus
1 week ago

I Never Cared Much for Swords. Then I Had to Fight with One | The Walrus

Historical fencing recreates historical combat techniques, emphasizing realism and various methods of attack and defense. Teaches useful skills for stage fighting.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

'Superman' star Edi Gathegi trained in martial arts to prepare for his role as Mister Terrific

"Part of my process of getting ready for 'Superman' was training with this brilliant South Indonesian martial artist. He taught me Silat and Kali, which is a Filipino and Thai martial art. It was all about stances and flow and footwork, and we did a little bit of capoeira."
Health
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#ufc
#one-championship
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Chilling video of Hainault sword killer unboxing weapon and vowing to do 'ninja stuff' shown to jury

A martial arts enthusiast filmed himself unboxing a sword weeks before murdering a 14-year-old boy during a violent attack.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: Fighting Parkinson's one punch at a time

Elderly individuals with Parkinson's disease find strength and community through martial arts, channeling their struggles into empowering workouts.
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

What's Next for Ben Wang After Karate Kid: Legends'?

Ben Wang represents a new wave of media representation in Hollywood for Asian actors.
#karate-kid
fromGameSpot
1 month ago
Independent films

Karate Kid 6-Movie 4K Box Set Is Exclusive To Amazon, Includes Collectibles

Film
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Joshua Jackson did all his own stunts, gained 20 pounds for Karate Kid: Legends

Joshua Jackson takes on a physically demanding role in Karate Kid: Legends, training intensely and performing his own boxing stunts.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago
Independent films

Karate Kid 6-Movie 4K Box Set Is Exclusive To Amazon, Includes Collectibles

Film
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Joshua Jackson did all his own stunts, gained 20 pounds for Karate Kid: Legends

Joshua Jackson takes on a physically demanding role in Karate Kid: Legends, training intensely and performing his own boxing stunts.
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Review | 'Karate Kid: Legends' meets, and occasionally exceeds, expectations

The new 'Karate Kid: Legends' integrates past franchises and introduces fresh characters, despite its homage to the original.
fromSherdog
2 months ago

Jon Jones Uncertain on Fighting Future: 'I Don't Know What Life Holds'

There's a lot of great competition still in the UFC. I do view myself as more than a fighter, and being in my position, I feel like I have a lot more options than a lot of the other fighters as far as the ability to leave and return and things like that.
MMA
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fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Is Karate Kid Correct About Martial Arts and Aggression?

Martial arts training can improve self-control, enhancing resilience and reducing aggression in kids and teens.
#jackie-chan
fromSportskeeda
2 months ago
MMA

Days before Jackie Chan's film's US premiere, Bobby Miller's girlfriend Natalie Loureda turns heads with Karate pose at Times Square

fromSportskeeda
2 months ago
MMA

Days before Jackie Chan's film's US premiere, Bobby Miller's girlfriend Natalie Loureda turns heads with Karate pose at Times Square

fromNew York Post
2 months ago

California girl, 13, used jiu-jitsu training to defend herself against crazed attacker: 'She got him in a headlock'

"She punched him, she got him in a headlock, kneed him a couple times, spun him around, threw him on the ground," Sensei Michael Blackburn said.
MMA
fromDefector
2 months ago

Netflix Keeps Ruining Action Movies | Defector

Gareth Evans masterfully blends chaotic violence with martial arts precision, particularly in his latest film 'Havoc'.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Dartmouth-bound black belt kicks butt in martial arts - and in the classroom

"The black belt was at the top of my list and what I've wanted the most," Westhampton Beach senior Willow DuBrovin told The Post of her major milestone in the traditional Korean martial art of Soo Bahk Do.
MMA
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Bruce Lee Is Now In Minecraft

Bruce Lee is immortalized in Minecraft through a new DLC where players can summon him as a combat companion.
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

A Night of Ninja "Blood Bath" Films at SF's Balboa Theater

The event features classic ninja films, showcasing themes of vengeance and honor.
'Castle of Owls' highlights the plight of dwindling Iga ninjas in Japan.
'Five Elements Ninjas' follows a survivor's quest for revenge against the Five Element Ninjas.
fromCageside Press
3 months ago

Antonio Carlos Junior Happy to See Elbows in PFL

Antonio Carlos Junior is eager to return to fighting and adapt to the new PFL tournament format after a challenging few years.
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

Upcoming Jet Li 4K Blu-Ray Box Set Collects Five '90s Action Movies

These movies are essentially a highlight reel of Li's career during the '90s, showcasing his talent and well-choreographed fight scenes that contributed to his rise as a star.
Film
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

What Does Taekwondo in the Dojang Do to Depression?

Taekwondo training can effectively reduce depressive symptoms in young adults within 8 weeks.
Martial arts training improves mental health by enhancing emotional regulation.
fromqns.com
3 months ago

Capoeira celebration brings three days of Afro-Brazilian culture to Queens QNS

Energia em Queens celebrates 50 years of Capoeira in the U.S., featuring rodas, workshops, and cultural demonstrations over a three-day festival in Queens.
NYC music
MMA
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

iger Schulmann on Becoming a Karate Kingpin, Business Controversies, and Creating a $35-Million-a-Year Empire.

Tiger Schulmann has created a successful martial arts empire that empowers children while generating significant revenue.
The Challenge of Champions event showcases Schulmann's community-driven approach to martial arts.
fromCreative Bloq
3 months ago

"Painting is really just drawing with colour" - artist Greg Manchess just simplified everything for me, and I'm grateful I read this interview

Martial arts influenced the artist's approach to painting, helping simplify complex artistic concepts.
fromCageside Press
3 months ago

2025 PFL 3: Kasanganay vs. Edwards Full Results

Impressive matchups in the PFL's World Tournament showcased in PFL 3, featuring established fighters and newcomers in the newly introduced middleweight division.
#brazilian-jiu-jitsu
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Can Martial Arts Help Kids on the Autism Spectrum?

Physical activity plays a vital role in child development and can significantly benefit children on the autism spectrum, enhancing various skills and behaviors.
Mental health
fromInverse
4 months ago

25 Years Ago, Jet Li Made An Underrated Action Movie That Deserves More Recognition

The synergy between hip-hop and martial arts has been significant since their inception, epitomized in the film 'Romeo Must Die'.
Photography
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
4 months ago

Home of Fighters - KALTBLUT Magazine

The series captures martial artists' internal struggles through a theatrical lens, emphasizing their mental battles alongside physical ones.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Finding Your One Thing and Becoming Who You Are

"When you win, you train the next day. When you lose, you train the next day."
MMA
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

On a Bench in Hungary, a Promise Leads to a Proposal

When I first saw Tom practicing, I was blown away by his skills with the eskrima stick, which led to our unexpected connection in Hungary.
UK news
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Importance of Imagining Future Success

Visualization is crucial for achieving success and enhancing performance.
There is a reciprocal relationship between self-confidence and the ability to visualize success.
Effective mental imagery improves resilience to stress, particularly in martial arts.
MMA
fromFast Company
5 months ago

FBI Director Kash Patel wants the UFC to train agents

FBI Director Kash Patel is considering UFC trainers to enhance agents' self-defense and martial arts skills.
Independent films
fromVulture
5 months ago

With the Crush of a Leg, Eunice Huthart Made Stunt History

Eunice Huthart made an iconic film debut as Famke Janssen's stunt double in GoldenEye, showcasing her martial arts skills from the outset.
fromwww.whowhatwear.com
5 months ago

5 Winter TV and Film Performances We Can't Get Over

It meant the absolute world to me to be able to join the Cobra Kai cast. It was an incredibly full-circle moment because, ever since I was 2 years old, that entire realm of martial arts has been my entire life.
Independent films
Independent films
fromPolygon
5 months ago

Tsui Hark's stylish new movie puts a wuxia king back on his throne

Tsui Hark's return with Legends of the Condor Heroes showcases his enduring influence in wuxia cinema.
#sifu
Film
fromVG247
5 months ago

Netflix must have liked Amazon's Sifu episode of Secret Level, as it's acquired the rights to the film adaptation of the stylish brawler, bringing a writer aboard with it

The live-action film adaptation of Sifu is progressing, featuring talents from John Wick and involvement from Netflix.
Film
fromVG247
5 months ago

Netflix must have liked Amazon's Sifu episode of Secret Level, as it's acquired the rights to the film adaptation of the stylish brawler, bringing a writer aboard with it

The live-action film adaptation of Sifu is progressing, featuring talents from John Wick and involvement from Netflix.
MMA
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Martial Arts Training Can Help You Change Your Mind

Martial arts training offers holistic health benefits, enhancing neuroplasticity and mindfulness even within a short duration of 12 weeks.
fromPolygon
5 months ago

Love Hurts strips the fantasy out of a John Wick action-fantasy setup

The film 'Love Hurts' lacks originality and fails to match the depth and inventiveness of 'Everything Everywhere All at Once'.
fromPortland Mercury
6 months ago

Film Review: Donnie Yen's "The Prosecutor" Is a Perfect Hong Kong Action Blockbuster

Fok's first real case at the DOJ involves a young guy, Ma Ka-kit, accused of drug smuggling, claiming ignorance about a package containing cocaine.
Portland
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fromCageside Press
6 months ago

Tracy Cortez Has Moved on From Maverick Match-Up, "Getting Back to Health"

Tracy Cortez emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning and humility in martial arts and life.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Kung fu nuns show off martial art skills at monastery reopening in Nepal

The nuns of the hilltop Druk Amitabha monastery put on a show of strength to mark the institution's reopening five years after Covid forced it to close its doors to the public. This performance showcased their martial arts skills, emphasizing both empowerment and resilience in a formerly male-dominated monastic environment.
Miscellaneous
fromPsychology Today
8 months ago

Can the Fighting Arts Promote Positive Personality Traits?

The research indicates that martial arts training leads to significant improvements in key personality traits, enhancing extraversion, agreeableness, and conscientiousness while reducing neuroticism and anxiety.
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
fromSherdog
9 months ago

Dana White Blasts UFC Rankings Panel for Khalil Rountree Placement

Dana White is less than pleased with UFC rankings, particularly regarding Khalil Rountree's placement and Jon Jones' ranking status.
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