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Felix Baumgartner, renowned for breaking the sound barrier in a 2012 skydive and known as 'Fearless Felix,' died at 56 in a paragliding crash in Italy. He was celebrated for his daring stunts, including a record-setting BASE jump from Christ the Redeemer and an unauthorized jump from Taipei 101. Red Bull paid tribute to his courage and mastery in extreme sports.
Chinese paraglider Peng Yujiang survived a dangerous ascent to 8,598 meters without oxygen after being lifted by a powerful updraft in the Qilian Mountains, controlling his glider with a compass and radio despite freezing conditions, and is now taking a break from flying. The incident raises concerns about the risks of updrafts in paragliding, with investigations ongoing into the authenticity of footage shared online.
A Chinese paraglider accidentally flew over 28,000 feet into the clouds during a test, went viral on social media, and was subsequently banned from flying for six months after an investigation.
A Chinese paraglider accidentally soared over 8,000 meters above the clouds due to a strong updraft, surviving the ordeal but facing a six-month ban for unregistered flight and sharing the viral video. The incident highlights the dangers of unplanned high-altitude flights and regulatory issues.
A paraglider in China was sucked five miles into the sky during a rare cloud suction, enduring extreme cold and frostbite at over 28,000 feet, but miraculously survived and safely landed, though authorities are investigating his flight for regulatory violations.
Sven Kühn von Burgsdorff, a former European Union envoy to Gaza, is facing criticism for conducting a paragliding flight in Gaza and shouting "Free Palestine!" three months before Hamas used paragliders to invade Israel and kill over 1,400 people. Israel has declared war on Hamas and launched airstrikes on Gaza, prompting von Burgsdorff to condemn Israel's actions. The former diplomat's flight was condemned by Israel as propaganda, and the Israeli foreign ministry accused him of empowering Hamas. Von Burgsdorff has continued to voice his opposition to Israel's actions in Gaza, but has not condemned Hamas' attack on Israel.
Alicia Keys faced backlash and accusations of referencing the Israel-Hamas conflict with a social media post about wanting to learn paragliding. The singer clarified that her post was unrelated to the conflict and expressed her support for peace. Her former manager defended her, emphasizing her commitment to human rights. Keys likely mentioned paragliding due to living near a gliderport in San Diego.
Alicia Keys faced backlash on social media after posting about her interest in paragliding, with some interpreting it as support for Hamas following their recent attack on Israel. Keys clarified that her post was unrelated to the conflict and expressed her prayers for peace. Her former manager defended her, stating that she had no knowledge of the significance of paragliding in relation to the conflict. Keys has previously expressed interest in trying paragliding as a sport.
Alicia Keys faced backlash for a now-deleted social media post in which she mentioned paragliding, a term associated with a recent attack by Hamas terrorists on Israel. Critics also tried to link her wearing green to support for Hamas. Keys clarified that her post was unrelated to the conflict and expressed her prayers for peace. Her former manager, Guy Oseary, defended her, stating that the word used in her post was not connected to the conflict and that Keys has always been a fighter for human rights. Keys had previously mentioned her interest in paragliding in an interview.
Alicia Keys deleted an Instagram post expressing her desire to try paragliding after facing backlash amid the Israel-Hamas war. The post sparked criticism as Hamas terrorists had paraglided into Israeli territory and killed hundreds of people. Keys issued an apology, clarifying that her post was unrelated to the recent loss of innocent lives and expressing her prayers for peace. Music manager Guy Oseary defended Keys, stating that she is not antisemitic and that she immediately took down the post upon realizing its implications. Celebrities have been using their platforms to voice support for Israel and denounce Hamas' actions.
Singer Alicia Keys faced backlash after posting a photo on Instagram expressing her interest in paragliding, just days after Hamas terrorists used paragliders in an attack on Israel. Critics accused her of being tone-deaf and sympathetic towards the terror group. Keys later apologized and removed the post, stating that it was unrelated to the recent loss of innocent lives. Her former manager confirmed that she had not intended any harm and highlighted her long-standing commitment to humanitarian work.
Singer Alicia Keys deleted an Instagram post referencing paragliding after receiving backlash for insensitivity during the Israel-Hamas conflict. Users accused Keys of sympathizing with Hamas due to the use of paragliders by terrorists. Keys clarified that the post was unrelated to the conflict and expressed her prayers for peace. Israeli-American talent manager Guy Oseary defended Keys, stating that the word used in the post was not connected to the conflict and that Keys has always been a fighter for human rights.