who watched you, who were inspired by you and want to get into bmx riding? definitely try it. you can build such a support system in the sport itself, and even if it is not for you, there are people, you meet lifelong friends throughout the sport. dennis dee tee thomas, a co founder of the soul funk band kool and the gang, has died aged 70. thomas enjoyed a music career that spanned almost 60 years as the alto sax player, flutist and percussionist in kool and the gang. the band were known for mega hits including, celebration, ladies night, and get down on it. amsterdam has marked the 25th anniversary of its first pride parade. around 10,000 people carried rainbow flags and banners through the city, capping off a month of events. celestina olulowdeh reports.