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AJ Ginnis, former U.S. Ski Team athlete, to be first 2026 Olympic torchbearer
AJ Ginnis, former U.S. Ski Team athlete, to be first 2026 Olympic torchbearer Greek Alpine skier AJ Ginnis, a world slalom silver medalist and former U.S. Ski Team member, will be the first torchbearer of the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympic torch relay that starts Nov. 26. Ginnis, who eyes his Olympic debut in February at age 31, will receive the flame in the ancient Olympic site of Olympia, Greece, to start the torch relay. A Greek athlete traditionally is the first torchbearer before an athlete from the Olympic host nation. Advertisement 'It is a great honor for me, something that I never imagined as a child," Ginnis said, according to the Greek Olympic Committee. The relay will culminate at the Feb. 6 Opening Ceremony at the San Siro Stadium in Milan. The relay typically spends multiple days in Greece, the birthplace of the Olympics, before moving to the host nation. For Milan Cortina, the Italy portion of the relay will start Dec. 4 in Rome. Ginnis, 30, missed most of last season due to knee surgery. In 2023, he earned what is believed to be Greece's first world championships medal in any Winter Olympic program event when he took slalom silver. Advertisement The best Greek finish in any event at a Winter Olympics was 13th in women's skeleton in 2002. Ginnis previously raced for the U.S. at the 2017 Worlds, then was dropped from the national team after the 2017-18 season following several injuries and a best World Cup finish of 26th at the time. He switched to his birth nation of Greece, where he had learned to ski at Mount Parnassus, a 2 1/2-hour drive from Athens. He moved to Austria at age 12 and then Vermont three years after that. Ginnis has undergone at least seven knee surgeries in his career. He tore an ACL in summer 2021, ruling him out of the 2022 Winter Games. Advertisement He thought he was done with ski racing when he went to Beijing to work the 2022 Olympics for NBC. 'When I came back, I told myself, my goal is to go into the next Olympic cycle being a medal contender,' he said at the 2023 Worlds. 'Fighting back from injuries, getting cut from teams, trying to fundraise for what we're doing now. ... This is a dream come true on every level.' NCAA Photos Archive The Ivy League school that's intertwined with the Winter Olympics How Dartmouth put an athlete on every U.S. Winter Olympic team.
Broadcast Pro
13-05-2025
- Business
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Business France unveils 14 firms joining French Pavilion at CABSAT
This year's participation will be marked by a special networking event co-organised by Business France and TECOM Group, bringing together the French delegation and key local players from Dubai's media ecosystem. As the Middle East's media and entertainment industry enters a phase of rapid expansion, France is making a strong statement at CABSAT 2025 with a delegation of 14 leading companies. Organised by Business France, the national trade agency, the French Pavilion at Sheikh Saeed Hall (S2 A30 & S2 B30) highlights the country's ambition to lead the next wave of innovation in broadcasting, digital content delivery and technological transformation across the region. With the regional media market expected to more than double by 2032—from $38.45bn in 2024 to $82.67bn—countries like the UAE are cementing their status as global hubs for creative industries and streaming innovation. French participation in CABSAT 2025 signals a broader strategy to forge deeper commercial and technological ties with the Gulf, offering solutions that address critical regional priorities, from 5G rollout and cloud-native production to AI-driven personalisation and eco-friendly data infrastructure. French companies have been quick to scale up investment in forward-looking technologies, reflecting their capacity to meet regional demands for agility, security and sustainability. The live, cloud-based broadcast of the Paris 2024 Olympic Torch Relay is one example of how France is pioneering digital-first and environmentally responsible media practices on a global stage. At CABSAT, France's media tech firms are presenting a wide range of advanced solutions. Ateme and Broadpeak are focusing on cutting-edge video compression and OTT delivery. In the realm of content protection and monitoring, Verimatrix and Witbe are showcasing tools to safeguard digital assets and enhance quality of service. Enensys, Hexaglobe, Netgem, and Cognacq-Jay Image are highlighting scalable platforms for IPTV, OTT, and cloud-based content management, while Multicam Systems and Easytools demonstrate the latest in multi-camera production and automation. Videomenthe and Easybroadcast are presenting collaborative video file management systems that support both live and on-demand viewing. Also part of the delegation is Cité De Mémoire, offering its expertise in digitisation, archiving, and the preservation of audiovisual heritage. International broadcaster France 24 is taking the opportunity to strengthen its brand presence across the MENA region. To further reinforce bilateral industry ties, Dubai Studio City—part of TECOM Group's Media Cluster—will host a networking event connecting local production, telecom and broadcast leaders with the French delegation. This collaboration underscores the growing strategic alignment between France and the UAE in media innovation and technological development. Through this collective presence at CABSAT 2025, France demonstrates not only its technical leadership but also its commitment to building long-term partnerships that foster growth, creativity, and sustainable transformation in the Middle East's thriving media landscape.
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- General
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Coweta County mourns loss of public safety advocate Norma Haynes
The Brief Norma Haynes, known as the "Mother of Public Safety" in Coweta County, passed away on March 10 at age 87, leaving behind decades of service to local first responders and her community. Haynes was Coweta's first female bailiff and founded the Newnan Coweta Public Safety Foundation, helping provide essential support and recognition to public safety workers. A lifelong Newnan resident, she was honored with multiple awards including the Georgia Sheriffs' Association Meritorious Award in 2005 and Coweta County Citizen of the Year in 2022. COWETA COUNTY, Ga. - Coweta County said a heartfelt goodbye this week to one of its most beloved citizens, Norma Haynes, who passed away on March 10 at the age of 87. Known to many as the "Mother of Public Safety," Haynes leaves behind a lasting legacy of service, compassion and dedication to her community, according to Coweta County Sheriff's Office. What we know Haynes made history in 1980 as Coweta County's first female bailiff, paving the way for women in local law enforcement. She later founded the Newnan Coweta Public Safety Foundation, a nonprofit that provided resources and recognition for first responders throughout the county. One of her most well-known contributions was the annual Public Safety Appreciation Lunch, which became a community tradition. The backstory A lifelong resident of Newnan, Haynes played a vital role in numerous community efforts over the years, including organizing the local celebration of the 1996 Olympic Torch Relay. Her work earned her several honors, including the Georgia Sheriffs' Association Meritorious Award in 2005 and the title of Coweta County Citizen of the Year in 2022. The Coweta County Sheriff's Office described Haynes as more than just a supporter—they considered her family. Funeral services were held this week as the community gathered to honor her memory. Haynes' influence on public safety and community spirit in Coweta County is expected to endure for generations. "Rest in peace, Ms. Norma," the sheriff's office said in a statement. "Your legacy will live on in Coweta County forever."
