📣 We have beam in the tunnel 💫
Today, the Large Hadron Collider received the first particle beams of 2025. #BeamTime
Protons were injected into the #LHC for the first time since November 2024, when the annual year-end technical stop (YETS) started. This is the fourth year of #LHCRun3, and the new data-taking season is about to begin.
Stay tuned for more #ParticlePhysics news.
Heel Nederland achter @SifanHassan 🥹🇳🇱
Met de speciale Teamvlag van @OdidoNederland, met daarop alle namen van Sifans achterban, liep ze naar het podium in het @TeamNLHuis. Want elke stap naar voren, begint bij de mensen achter je 🧡
#TeamNL | #Paris2024
Yusuf Dikec, a 51-year-old Turkish athlete, made headlines at the Paris Olympics 2024 for his unique approach to shooting. Dikec competed in the 10m air pistol mixed team event, where he and his teammate Sevval Ilayda Tarhan secured a silver medal for Turkey. What caught the attention of many was Dikec's casual and gearless style during the competition.
In contrast to his competitors who were equipped with specialized gear including goggles, lenses to prevent blur, and ear protectors for noise reduction, Dikec was seen competing with one hand in his pocket and minimal gear. This nonchalant approach not only won him the silver medal but also made him an internet sensation.
Commenting on his viral fame, Dikec said, "I did not need special equipment. I'm a natural, a natural shooter." This statement not only reflects Dikec's confidence in his skills but also highlights his unconventional approach to shooting. His performance and style have captivated social media, making him a standout figure of the Paris Olympics 2024.
Not a big fan of the monarchy as a concept, but forgive me for kinda liking our Royal Family. What other royals would you ever see doing shit like this, hahaha? 😂