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Mikaela Shiffrin sets World Cup skiing record with 87th win
American skier Mikaela Shiffrin established the outright Globe Cup report for most profession victories with 87 by winning a slalom Saturday. Shiffrin broke a tie with Ingemar Stenmark on the all-time general winners listing among guys and ladies. The Swede competed in the 1970s and 80s. The U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team tweeted about Shiffrin’s accomplishment on Saturday. 🚨🏆 THE MOST Decorated SKIER OF ALL TIME 🏆🚨 @mikaelashiffrin breaks Ingemar Stenmark’s report for the most alpine World Cup wins by any skier in history. Unquestionably outstanding. 🤯#stifelusalpineteam // @stifel pic.twitter.com/QCd3NtcI5D — U.S. Ski & Snowboard Workforce (@usskiteam) March 11, 2023 Shiffrin experienced matched Stenmark’s mark of 86 wins with victory…
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World Cup fans boost UK economy, easing recession risk
Britain’s financial state unexpectedly eked out some advancement in November after a increase from World Cup drinkers and movie match sales, reducing the chance that it has already slipped into recession. Essential factors: Gross domestic product or service rose .1 per cent from October Client selling price inflation strike a 41-year substantial of 11.1 per cent, also in October Britain’s large services sector was the very best-performing component of the economic system in November Gross domestic product or service rose .1 for each cent from October, figures from the Workplace for National Figures (ONS) confirmed on Friday, a better reading through than any forecast in a Reuters poll of economists, which had pointed…
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Reaction to Lionel Messi wearing a bisht while lifting the World Cup trophy shows cultural fault lines of Qatar 2022
CNN  — Following 28 days, 64 online games and 172 objectives at Qatar 2022, Lionel Messi walked up on the podium at Lusail Stadium to ultimately get his fingers on the World Cup trophy that had eluded him in the course of his occupation. Ahead of joining his teammates, who had been waiting for their captain in a hive of enjoyment on a nearby phase, Messi initial shook fingers with FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Tamim then put a black and gold bisht – a regular product of garments worn in the area for distinctive gatherings and celebrations – on the Argentina…
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World Cup: How has this tournament affected the ‘brands’ associated with it?
CNN  — Traditionally billions of viewers watch the World Cup, and as they concentrate on what is happening on the pitch, the names of some of the world’s biggest companies flash behind the players on a rolling, technicolored loop – Budweiser, Visa, Coca-Cola, Qatar Airways, Adidas, McDonalds, Wanda, Vivo, Hyundai Kia. But Qatar 2022 is different. Many of these brands, particularly those with Western world roots, have become caught in the geopolitical crosshairs of this tournament, balancing their sponsorship with criticisms levelled at FIFA, soccer’s world governing body, and Qatar, the host, notably around human rights issues. Not that it is affecting FIFA’s bottom line. FIFA President Gianni Infantino said…
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5 things to know for December 15: Storms, Congress, Covid tests, US border, World Cup
CNN  — If you’ve yet to begin your holiday shopping, don’t worry, you’re not alone. There’s still time to avoid the last-minute mad dash, but a lot of mail congestion is expected in the coming weeks – and inclement weather can throw a wrench in the works, forcing delivery delays or cancellations. So, plan to get packages in the mail by these shipping deadlines, and it’s more likely your loved ones will receive their gifts on time. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day. (You can get “5 Things You Need to Know Today” delivered to your inbox daily. Sign…
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5 things to know for December 12: Winter storm, NASA, Ukraine, World Cup, China
CNN  — As you scroll through social media this week, there’s a chance you’ll see pictures of your friends, but re-imagined as celestial beings or cartoon-like characters. Perhaps you’ve even seen a few of the eye-catching portraits already – or maybe you’re grimacing at the notion of another viral trend hijacking your feed. Whether you’re a fan or foe, the popular app behind the avatars is Lensa, and some users are voicing concerns about how much the portraits distort body shapes and skin color. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day. (You can get “5 Things You Need to Know…
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