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human-achievement1 year ago

"Endurance Athlete Completes Epic 10,000-Mile Run Across Africa in 352 Days"

After 352 days and over 10,000 miles, British runner Russ Cook completed his journey from the southern to the northern tip of Africa, facing challenges including theft, injury, and visa problems. His run raised over $870,000 for charities supporting homeless youth and displaced people. Cook, known as "Hardest Geezer," expressed exhaustion but triumph as he reached the finish line in Tunisia, surrounded by supporters. He plans to celebrate with a party and live music after his remarkable feat.

via New York Post |
#africa#charity-fundraiser#endurance-running
human-achievement2 years ago

17-Year-Old Teenager Becomes California's Youngest Practicing Attorney

Peter Park, at the age of 17, became the youngest person to pass California's challenging bar exam. Now 18, he has been sworn in as a practicing attorney. Park's legal journey began at 13 when he enrolled in law school while still in high school. He passed the bar exam on his first attempt, beating the previous record held by an 18-year-old. Park aspires to become a prosecutor and hopes his achievement will inspire others to consider alternative paths to becoming an attorney.

via Yahoo News|
#attorney#bar-exam#california
human-achievement2 years ago

Double amputee Gurkha veteran makes history with Everest summit

Hari Budha Magar, a Gurkha veteran who lost both legs in Afghanistan, has become the first double above-the-knee amputee to reach the summit of Mount Everest. He started the climb on 17 April, exactly 13 years since he lost his legs after an IED explosion. Despite facing freezing conditions and running out of oxygen, he reached the top of the world's tallest mountain on Friday. Budha Magar helped campaign to have the ban on double amputees and blind people climbing Everest removed.

via The Guardian|
#climbing#double-amputee#gurkha-veteran