Bela Karolyi, a renowned gymnastics coach who trained Olympic champions such as Nadia Comaneci and Mary Lou Retton, has passed away at the age of 82. Karolyi and his wife Martha defected to the U.S. in 1981 and played a significant role in shaping American gymnastics, despite facing controversy throughout their career. His coaching helped secure gold medals for athletes like Retton in the 1984 Olympics and Kerri Strug in the 1996 Games.
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Conservatives pull ahead as affordability and cost-of-living concerns grow: poll
The Conservative Party of Canada, led by Pierre Poilievre, has overtaken the Liberals in a recent Abacus poll, garnering 41% support compared to the Liberals' 39%, amid rising concerns over affordability and the economy. While Carney's approval remains strong at 49%, more Canadians (69%) feel it's time for a change, with many viewing Conservatives as better suited to address economic issues. Want More Context? 🔎
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