As a long-distance, open-water swimmer, she braved waves, sharks and darkness to break 18 world records and become the first American to swim across the English Channel.
Category: Denmark
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Greta Andersen, Champion Marathon Swimmer, Dies at 95
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I.V.F. Offers Hope in China, Even to the Government
The New York Times – Business:China is trying urgently to address its declining population. One idea is to subsidize assisted fertility procedures, which are often a last resort for couples and out of reach for many.
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In a Land of Blending In, Décor That Dares to Stand Out
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:In Denmark, “we’ve been in a white or gray or beige box for what — 20, 25 years?” said one decorative artist. “I think people have had enough.”
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Tunisia’s World Cup exit was a wild ride. Denmark’s was a frustrating one.
The New York Times – Sports:Two games, played simultaneously in stadiums only six miles apart, settled the Group D standings: France (6 points) edged Australia (6) on goal difference, and left Tunisia (4) and Denmark (1) packing their bags.
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Who Has Qualified for the 2022 World Cup?
The New York Times – Sports:The coaches have picked their players, the squads have arrived in Qatar and the schedule is set. But who has put together the winning team?
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Three Inquiries, but No Answers to Who Blew Holes in Nord Stream Pipelines
The New York Times – Business:Denmark, Germany and Sweden are all investigating the ruptured pipeline sites, but they remain tight-lipped over who might have caused the damage and why.