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sports15 days ago•25 min saved

Braathen's historic giant-slalom gold boosts Brazil's Winter Olympic legacy

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen became the first South American to win Winter Olympics gold and Brazil’s first Winter Games gold by winning the men’s giant slalom in Bormio, finishing 0.58 seconds ahead of Marco Odermatt. After retiring in 2023 and switching allegiance from Norway to Brazil, Braathen celebrated with samba-inspired flair and discussed how Brazil and soccer culture helped shape him. Odermmat earned silver, Loïc Meillard bronze, making Braathen’s victory a historic milestone for Brazil in winter sport.

via The New York Times|

#alpine-skiing #brazil #giant-slalom

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Cherelle Parker Makes History as Philadelphia's 100th Mayor

Cherelle Parker, a Democrat and former city councilwoman, has won the 2023 Philadelphia mayoral election, becoming the city's 100th mayor and the first woman to hold the position. Parker defeated Republican David Oh, a former city councilmember, and emphasized her commitment to public safety and improving the quality of life in Philadelphia. She plans to prioritize the selection of a new police commissioner and aims to make the city the safest, cleanest, and greenest in the nation. Parker's victory was widely expected due to the Democratic Party's strong voter registration advantage in the city.

via NBC 10 Philadelphia|

#cherelle-parker #democrat #historic-milestone