An excerpt from ‘Pure Entertainment: Parsi Theater, Gender, and Performance’, by Kathryn Hansen.
It was billed as a race that would be harder to win than the Olympic marathon gold in Paris and the London Marathon’s elite women’s race did not disappoint as reigning Olympic champion Peres Jepchirchir won a hugely competitive race and set a new women’s-only world record. Jepchirchir, regarded as one of the greatest female distance runners of all time, raised her arms in jubilation as she crossed the tape in two hours, 16 minutes and 16 seconds. The Kenyan broke the women’s-only record – the...
This year's Olympic games will be held in France from July 26 to August 11. Several personalities will carry the Olympic flame this summer including ex-footballer Jean-Pierre Papin and actor Jamel Debbouze. The first French torchbearer for the 2024 Olympics will be a former Olympian who won Gold at the games at just 17-years-old
Fox News' Jonathan Hunt reports on the man's criminal history before the
This French expression might come up a few times as you try to fill in the holes about French culture and history.
Schipperkes are small, fox-like dogs renowned for their agility and spirited demeanor. They typically weigh between 10 to 16 pounds and stand about 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder. Originating from Belgium, these dogs were historically used for guarding and herding. Their compact size and energetic nature make them ideal for various living environments, from apartments to larger homes with yards. Schipperkes possess a distinctive appearance, characterized by a thick black coat and a...
The Saluki, a breed known for its graceful, slender build and impressive speed, exhibits distinct average weights and heights that reflect its unique physical characteristics. Adult Salukis typically weigh between 40 and 60 pounds, with a notable variation depending on gender and individual health. In terms of height, they generally stand between 23 to 28 inches at the shoulder. This range places Salukis in the medium to large category of dog breeds. Their long, narrow bodies and light frame...
Pointers, known for their athletic build and sharp hunting skills, exhibit a range of average weights and heights that are indicative of their breed standards. Typically, male Pointers stand between 25 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder, while females are slightly shorter, ranging from 23 to 26 inches. As for weight, males usually weigh between 55 to 75 pounds, and females, slightly lighter, average 45 to 65 pounds. These dogs display a graceful, muscular physique, optimized for endurance and ...
French police broke up a pro-Palestinian protest by dozens of university students in Paris, officials said on Thursday, as Israel's bombardment of Gaza sparks a wave of anger across college campuses in the United States.
Reigning Olympic champion Peres Jepchirchir of Kenya crushed the
The Government launched Phase Two of the Women’s Health Action Plan today.
Life expectancy for women in Derry and Strabane’s most deprived areas is now 78 years – 3.5 years less than the Local Government District average (81.5 years). DoH’s latest ‘Health Inequalities Annual Report 2024’ indicates life expectancy for poorer women has declined from 78.1 years. For poorer men life expectancy, by contrast, increased from 71.1 years to 71.6 years. Male life expectancy in Derry and Strabane’s most deprived areas, however, was 5.9 years less than the LGD average (77.5...