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Olympics-Skeleton-Ukrainian disqualified for helmet depicting war dead

Today at 12:18 PM, via Daily Maverick

Ukraine’s skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych was kicked off the Winter Games on Thursday over his “helmet of remembrance” depicting athletes killed since Russia’s invasion despite a personal appeal from the International Olympic Committee head.

Sport

Ukrainian skeleton racer feels ’emptiness’ after Olympic ban

Today at 11:44 AM, via BBC News

Ukraine skeleton pilot Vladyslav Heraskevych reacts to being banned from competing at the Winter Olympics for continuing to wear a helmet which features images of athletes killed during Russia’s invasion of his home country.

Education

Malawi: Exposed – Malawi’s Fake Degree Scam – How Some Colleges Are Selling Worthless UK & U.S. Certificates

Today at 07:10 AM, via AllAfrica

[Nyasa Times] Malawi is facing a major crisis as private colleges sell fake diplomas from the UK and the US to students hoping for better jobs. A joint investigation by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) and TEVETA has revealed that unregistered local colleges are working with foreign organisations that exist only to sell certificates without any real education.

Science/Tech

Censorship-resistant internet from space

Today at 12:14 PM, via TechCentral

A decentralised satellite network that no entity controls could make it more difficult for authoritarian governments to impose complete internet blackouts.

Science/Tech

Ford Will Make a Play for a Different Battery Market

Today at 12:03 PM, via New York Times

The company, long focused on cars and trucks, plans to begin manufacturing large batteries used by utilities, data centers, other businesses and homeowners.

Science/Tech

15 Best Bed Frames (2026), Tested in Our Homes

Today at 12:03 PM, via Wired

Looking for the best bed frame? Our top pick is the Classic Bed from Thuma. Explore our other favorites, which include options for all budgets and tastes.

Health

Bans on Many CBD Products Loom This Year

Today at 12:00 PM, via New York Times

A federal law taking effect in November severely limits the amount of THC, the euphoric cannabis compound, allowed in over-the-counter items. Many groups are fighting back.