Mentor

A behind-the-scenes look at 24 hours spent with Rafa Nadal at his tennis academy in Mallorca is drawing major attention, featuring Andy and Jamie Murray alongside the Spanish great. The content offers rare access to Nadal's daily routine and training environment, resonating strongly with tennis fans following his post-retirement life and academy work.

Japanese professional golfer Rikako Morita has posted a photo together with her mentor, Ayako Okamoto, one of Japan's most successful female golfers. Morita spoke of the deep trust she places in Okamoto, and fans reacted warmly, saying the photo showed how much affection she has for her mentor.

Victoria Verstappen, sister of Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen, has shared a touching moment with their father Jos Verstappen, saying she will never forget it. The story comes as Jos, a former F1 driver himself, is credited as a key mentor preparing the next generation of racing Verstappens. Dutch motorsport media are covering both the family moment and Jos's role as coach.

The University of Connecticut held its Queer Science Conference, an event aimed at challenging stereotypes about who works in science and encouraging LGBTQ+ students to pursue scientific careers. Organizers and participants say the gathering offers mentoring, visibility and community for students who often feel underrepresented in STEM fields, and it has drawn attention for combining academic programming with advocacy.

A benefit fashion show is being organised to raise funds and awareness for Big Brothers Big Sisters, the youth mentoring organisation. The event, promoted under the theme of matching style with purpose, will channel proceeds toward mentoring programmes that pair adult volunteers with young people. Local coverage is drawing attention to how community events like this support mentoring services for children and youth in need of role models.

Ernest Young, originally from Vicksburg, Mississippi, has published a new book titled 'Take a Walk in My Shoes', recounting his life lessons and experiences as a coach. The release is being highlighted by local media in Vicksburg, where readers are introduced to his personal journey and the insights he gained through coaching and mentoring others.

Five startups will present their businesses at Tech419, a pitch event hosted by the University of Toledo's business incubator on October 29. The showcase gives early-stage companies a platform to present to local investors, mentors and the northwest Ohio entrepreneurship community. It highlights the university's ongoing role in supporting regional startup growth and technology commercialization.

MBS announcers are releasing a group calendar on November 3 built around 'front and back' themes, featuring Mayu Shimizu's commemorative shot and Kaka Yamazaki's cycling photos. Separately, Nippon TV announcer Tetsu Ebihara, head of the NTV announcer academy, spoke emotionally about sending off its first graduating class and carrying on his late mentor's field-first philosophy.

A professor at Auburn University has built a career around a personal love of sneakers, combining it with scientific research and student mentorship. The university is highlighting how his enthusiasm for footwear has shaped his teaching, created memorable experiences for students, and connected his hobby to his academic work.

Students from Elon University took part in Techstars Startup Weekend, an event where participants form teams and develop business ideas over a single weekend. The university highlighted how students moved from early concepts to working pitches, gaining hands-on experience in entrepreneurship, teamwork and problem-solving alongside mentors from the startup community.

News4JAX's Voices of the 904 series spotlights a Jacksonville figure known locally as the 'Fashion God-Mommy,' who curates runway shows and mentors emerging talent while helping the city build a stronger fashion identity. The profile highlights her role in connecting designers, models and audiences as Jacksonville's creative scene grows.

New York City high school students are creating technology-based art installations through STEAM workshops run by NYU's Steinhardt School in partnership with the nonprofit Community-Word Project. The program combines art with science, technology, engineering and math, giving students hands-on experience building creative digital works while being mentored by university faculty and teaching artists.

A Valdosta State University associate professor who serves as faculty advisor for the school's Model United Nations program has been appointed to a national board of directors. The university announced the appointment, highlighting the faculty member's dual role in teaching and mentoring students in international diplomacy simulations.

News4JAX's 'Voices of the 904' series spotlights a Jacksonville stylist known as the 'Fashion God-Mommy,' who is curating local runway shows and mentoring emerging talent. She is credited with helping the city build confidence and momentum in its growing fashion community, giving designers and models a platform to showcase their work.

Apprentices at a Kilmarnock-based engineering firm have spoken positively about the support and training they receive, crediting the company's programme with helping them build careers in engineering. Their comments highlight the value of structured apprenticeships in Ayrshire, offering a local example of how workplace mentoring and skills development can benefit young workers entering the industry.

Audi's forthcoming Formula 1 operation, Audi Revolut F1 Team, is spotlighting Carrie, a racing driver newly serving as an F1 Academy mentor, as she shares her racing knowledge with Emma on her development journey. The F1 Academy series pairs experienced drivers with younger talent, and Audi's involvement underlines the brand's growing investment in motorsport ahead of its F1 entry.

The Kansai TV variety show 'Okabero' will celebrate its 10th anniversary with its November 5 broadcast. Host Takashi Okamura reflected on the decade alongside Norman's Akira Ishida, joking that he is 'always ready to give the slot back to Sanma' — a nod to Sanma Akashiya, the show's predecessor. The anniversary interview was released by Kansai TV's entertainment news service.

Japanese actress Sayaka Yamaguchi is making a guest appearance in episode four of the drama series 'Political Pan', playing a master thief who mentors Yayoi, the character played by Satomi Ishihara. Yamaguchi said the shoot was 'a very happy set', expressing her delight at taking part in the show.

Olympic athletes are offering advice to competitors preparing for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, telling them to enjoy the experience and treat losses as lessons rather than failures. The message highlights the mentoring role established Olympians play ahead of the Games, which will bring young athletes from around the world to compete in Senegal.

NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull in Brooklyn welcomed more than 170 students for its third annual Healthcare Career Day. The event introduces young people to careers in medicine, nursing and hospital administration, with hospital staff leading sessions and mentoring. The annual programme is part of the public hospital system's broader effort to build a pipeline of future healthcare workers in New York City.

The 100 Black Men of Greater Montgomery organization held its annual golf fundraiser, an event the group uses to support its community programs and mentoring work in the Montgomery, Alabama area. Local coverage highlighted the gathering, though details on participants, funds raised, or beneficiaries were not provided.

A digital artist has made a first post introducing themselves, saying they paint in Procreate, have been painting for a few years after finding an inspiring mentor, and are looking to connect with other artists. They also mention gaming in their spare time and are seeking art mutuals to share work with.

A new profile of Julie Walters has been published as part of an Influential Women series, highlighting her approach to leading technology adoption. The piece focuses on three themes: optimism about new tools, structured implementation, and two-way mentorship that lets senior and junior staff learn from each other. Walters is presented as an example of how women are shaping workplace technology transformation.

A church in Mentor, Ohio is running its Stuff the Stable campaign, inviting the community to donate goods to fill a stable display, likely for the Christmas season. The News-Herald reports on the effort, which encourages residents to contribute items to support the congregation's holiday outreach and local charitable giving.

German guard Dennis Schröder, now playing for the Charlotte Hornets, is approaching an NBA record while taking on a mentor role for the team's younger players. The report from Lower Saxony highlights how the veteran from Braunschweig is guiding Charlotte's rebuilding roster as he chases the milestone in his new US franchise.

RESET, a retail incubator, is preparing to begin working with its next class of start-up businesses. The programme supports early-stage retail entrepreneurs, though the new cohort's participants and start date have not been detailed. The announcement highlights continued investment in developing new retail ventures and mentoring emerging businesses.

Appalachian State University has received a $35 million federal GEAR UP grant to expand college and career readiness programs for students across Western North Carolina. The funding will support advising, mentoring and preparation services intended to help students in the region pursue higher education and career pathways after high school.

Restaurant technology company OneDine has launched Restaurant Ordering Mentor (ROM), a patent-pending tableside ordering system it describes as an industry-first truly conversational tool. The company says the technology lets guests place orders by speaking naturally at the table, aiming to streamline service and reduce errors. News of the launch circulated through financial and business outlets, with no independent reviews or customer reactions yet available.

Actor Go Ayana's quotable lines as a mentor figure in the new Japanese film 'Mentor' are resonating with audiences, with reports that many viewers are becoming hooked on his sayings. The film has opened to a strong box-office start in Japan, drawing attention from entertainment media and fans discussing the character's memorable dialogue.