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Khabib Nurmagomedov Announces Retirement After Defeating Justin Gaethje At UFC 254

Khabib Nurmagomedov defeated Justin Gaethje in a second-round submission during UFC 254, Saturday. Following the fight, the unbeaten champion announced his retirement citing the loss of his father.

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“This is my last fight, there’s no way I’m going to be back without my father,” he told the audience. Nurmagomedov’s father, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, passed away earlier this year after a battle with COVID-19.

While Gaethje proved a respectable opponent, firing off powerful leg kicks and staying aggressive throughout, it was Nurmagomedov who locked the challenger in a triangle choke in the 2nd round, rendering Gaethje unconscious, to secure the victory.

Nurmagomedov, head in his hands, collapsed in the center of the octagon following the fight.

“I promised her, this was gonna be my last fight,” Nurmagomedov said, recalling a conversation with his mother earlier this year. “If I give my word, I have to follow this.”

Gaethje regained consciousness quickly, afterward. “I know he made his father so proud,” he said. Gaethje began the day on a four-fight winning streak.

Nurmagomedov is now tied with BJ Penn and Benson Henderson with the most title defenses in UFC lightweight history. If this truly is his last fight, he will end his career 29-0.

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Kieran James Honors Memory with “Part of the Grind”

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Set to delicate instrumentation and achingly sung vocals, “Part of the Grind” is both a lament and an honoring, a means of remembering while addressing the unavoidable cost of time and illness. His voice floats, leaving room for silence and the long pauses that so often come with grief. But in that silence, there is warmth as well, a refusal to let memory be totally extinguished.

Resilience is also implied in the song’s title, a reminder that even in heartbreak, life goes on and holding the memory of someone stays with the rhythm of everyday living. it’s an anthem for anyone who has ever looked on witnessing decline, mixed sorrow with love.

In Kieran James’s “Part of the Grind,” we hear music as well as go behind it. He gives us room feel, to mourn, and to honor. In the process, he turns private pain into something achingly universal, a song for everyone who has either loved or lost.

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Esthy glows up with joy on new anthem “light it up”

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Esthy’s singing truly shines, showcasing a lively and confident style. There’s a playful tone in her voice that makes the lyrics feel friendly and inviting, encouraging you to set aside your worries and immerse yourself in the moment.

“light it up” radiates energy and is lively and bright, featuring catchy guitar riffs and upbeat rhythms that draw you in right away. If you enjoy artists like Anne-Marie or OneRepublic, you’ll love this song, and Esthy adds her unique flair, making it special and memorable.

Esthy has a talent for creating catchy melodies, and with this one, you’ll find yourself humming throughout your day. Esthy is here to spread joy, inspire energy, and make music that connects with you instantly. This track is designed to remind you of your true unstoppable nature, and Esthy lights it up.

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