What are 'clap skates'? How they help Olympic speed skaters go faster

When the 2026 Winter Olympics kick off on February 6, all eyes will turn to speed skating when some of the world's best ...
People

What Is a 'Clap Box' at Disney? All About the 'Rare' Event That Visitors Should Keep an Eye Out for on Their Next Trip

Nicholas Kobe is an editorial intern at PEOPLE. He has been working at PEOPLE since 2025. His work has previously appeared in JustNLife, WOUB Public Media and The Post. Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney ...
WrestlingInc.com

What Does It Mean When Wrestlers Clap Before A Move?

Pro wrestling is, in a lot of ways, a lot like Major League Baseball. The two entities increasingly find themselves in their own worlds, with their own unofficial codes of conduct, and language/hidden ...
The New York Times

Does it matter if players don’t clap their fans?

Van de Ven clapped supporters after beating Everton but not after losing to Chelsea Xinhua News Agency If players clap in a stadium full of boos, does it make a sound? Do frustrated away fans — total ...
Healthline

Cue the Applause: When Do Babies Start Clapping?

When it comes to baby party tricks, clapping is a classic. Honestly, is there anything cuter than babies who can clap their chubby little hands together right on cue? The cool thing about clapping, ...