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Curling fans are buzzing again as the Winter Games bring a new twist to the sport. The American duo, Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin, are set to clash with Sweden for the mixed‑doubles gold. A victory would mark the first time the U. S. takes home a medal in this category, which only began in 2018.

science

A Scientist Who Challenged the Skies

Michael McElroy grew up in Belfast and earned a Ph. D. in applied mathematics from Queen’s University, where he famously solved ten test problems instead of the required three. His curiosity pushed him from planetary studies during the space race to deep investigations of Earth’s atmosphere. At Kit

Unexpected Austrian Victory in Women’s Ski Combined

Austria captured the top spot in a surprise twist during the women’s team combined at the Winter Games. The duo of Ariane Raedler and Katharina Huber skied their way to gold after the United States’ leading contenders slipped past the finish line in fourth place, missing a medal by just 0. 06 second

Eileen Gu: A Dual‑Identity Champion on the Slopes

Eileen Gu, born in San Francisco in 2003, grew up learning to glide on skis from her mother, a former instructor. She started skiing at age three and claimed her first national title by nine. Despite being U. S. ‑born, Gu decided in 2019 to represent China in international competitions. Her choic

Champion on Ice: Erin Jackson’s Path to Olympic Glory

Erin Jackson began skating at the age of ten in Ocala, Florida. She quickly moved from inline tracks to long‑track speed skating and earned a place on the U. S. Olympic team in 2018, competing in the women’s 500 meters. In Beijing, she broke a decade‑long drought for American speed skaters by winn

entertainment

Joe Frazier Statue Eyes a New Home at the Art Museum

Philadelphia’s skyline is about to gain a new icon. The city is considering moving the statue of former heavyweight champion “Smokin’” Joe Frazier from its current spot near the sports arena to the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, a location that once hosted the famous Rocky statue. The pro

celebrities

Celebrity Homes: The Real Estate Game in the UK

The richest stars in Britain are not just famous for their talent – they’re also building massive property empires that rival those of top financiers. Among them, the Beckhams stand out with a portfolio worth around $205 million, covering five homes that make up almost a quarter of their total we

Unexpected Upset: The 1980 U. S. Hockey Surprise

The story of the 1980 American Olympic hockey team is one that many people think they know inside out. They have watched the famous film, replayed the games on their screens, and even seen the Netflix documentary about it. Even after memorizing every score and key moment, there is still a pull to re

Lindsey Vonn’s Knee‑Tough Comeback

Lindsey Vonn has always been a standout in alpine skiing, but her career is as much about biology and resilience as it is about speed. At 41, she announced retirement in 2018 because her knees were aging and hurting. Yet a breakthrough robotic knee operation in 2024 revived her competitive edge, all

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