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Antonis Tsapatakis: A Paralympic Champion’s Life Story – The Accident, His Love for Water, and the Dream to Become a Navy Diver

Antonis Tsapatakis, a towering figure from Chania, stands 1.88 meters tall. In 2006, his life took a drastic turn when a motorcycle accident left him paralyzed from the waist down. But even seated in his wheelchair, Antonis still appears immense—not just in stature, but in spirit. A gentle giant with a powerful soul, he offers daily lessons in resilience, strength, and perspective.

Oil Prices Hit 5-Month Highs

In the oil market, the upward trend continues at the beginning of the new week, with prices rising to nearly 5-month highs due to increasing geopolitical risks related to supply disruptions. This surge is driven by a series of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian refineries, reported by Reuters.  

Bulgarians Celebrate Antonovden: A Day of Tradition, Reflection, and Health

Today, Bulgarians across the nation mark Antonovden, the feast dedicated to the memory of St. Anthony the Great in the Orthodox Church. Celebrated not only for its religious significance but deeply rooted in Bulgarian folk traditions, Antonovden holds a unique place in the cultural tapestry of the country.

Elton John achieves rare EGOT status

Elton John has achieved EGOT status. The famed British singer-pianist won an Emmy Award on Jan. 15 for best variety special (live) for "Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium," a three-hour concert documentary that streamed on Disney+.

John said he was "incredibly humbled" for joining the elite group of EGOT winners who have won Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony awards.

Peter Brook: Mystical giant who changed theater forever

Peter Brook, who has died aged 97, was among the most influential theater directors of the 20th century, reinventing the art by paring it back to drama's most basic and powerful elements.

An almost mystical figure often mentioned in the same breath as Konstantin Stanislavsky, the Russian who revolutionized acting, Brook continued to work and challenge audiences well into his 90s.

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