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BBC News
8 hours ago
- Sport
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Listen: World Rowing Cup 2025 Semi-Final
Update: Date: 19:10 BST Title: Two races, two golds - Woolnough on 'awesome' debut Content: BBC Sport This video can not be played Fergus Woolnough reflects on winning Gold in his first 2 regattas in the GB Mens 8 boat. Rower Fergus Woolnough has said it was an "awesome feeling" to win two gold medals in his first two senior races for Great Britain. Woolnough was part of the men's eight crew that took gold at the European Championships in Bulgaria and the World Rowing Cup in Italy, two weeks later. The 22-year-old was only selected for the squad for the first time in April. "Even being selected for the boat feels like a massive accomplishment and then going out to races and being able to deliver some really good performances, that is an awesome feeling," Woolnough told BBC Radio Gloucestershire. "It makes all the very cold windy mornings through the winter worth it." Click here to read more. Update: Date: 19:09 BST Title: Get Inspired: How to get into rowing Content: Fast Answers BBC Sport Why get into rowing? It's a physical, exciting and social sport that helps you work effectively in a team. Who is it for? If you're looking for a fantastic way to stay in shape and you love being on the water, rowing is perfect for you. Alternatively, most gyms provide indoor rowing machines. Is there a cheap option? Most clubs will offer subsidised rates for juniors, students and social members. Free taster sessions at some clubs are also available. What if I want a proper workout? Rowing is a fantastic cardiovascular workout. Every stroke uses 85% of your muscles covering nine major muscle groups so it also helps you to tone up, fast. Can I take it to another level? Join a local club and unleash your competitive side! There are over 550 rowing clubs across the country where you can get started. Is there a disability option? 'Rowability' from British Rowing aims to encourage anyone who has a physical, sensory or learning impairment to start rowing. Is there a family option? Lots of clubs run taster sessions at weekends and during school holidays- so you can get the whole family involved! Update: Date: 19:09 BST Title: Rowing Content: BBC Sport Most people are familiar with sliding-seat racing as the discipline included in the Olympic Games. The boats generally have one, two, four or eight seats and some have a coxswain to steer and direct the crew from the back. Rowing in a small group requires precise co-ordination and excellent communication skills, so not only will you get fit, but also make some good friends in the process Visit British Rowing, external, external for more information on the basics of rowing
GSM Arena
14 hours ago
- GSM Arena
Realme launches a second C71 version in Europe
The Realme C71, introduced in Asia earlier this month, has arrived in Europe. However, the European model doesn't share all the specs with its Asian counterpart. For starters, the Asian C71 packs a 6,300 mAh battery, while the European C71 comes with a 6,000 mAh cell under the hood. Fortunately, the charging speed remains the same, meaning the Realme C71's European version will also charge at a rate of up to 45W. Besides, it can be used to charge other devices, thanks to 6W reverse wired charging support. Another difference between the two models is that the Asian C71 comes with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, whereas the European C71 has 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage onboard. Realme C71 The rest of the features remain the same, so you get the European C71 with the Unisoc T250 SoC, a 6.67" 120Hz HD+ LCD, Android 15-based Realme UI 6.0, and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The smartphone sports a 5MP camera on the front and a 50MP primary camera on the rear, accompanied by an LED ring light for notifications and charging status. Additionally, the handset comes with MIL-STD-810H certification, making it drop-resistant up to 1.5m. This model of the Realme C71 comes in Forest Owl and White Swan colors and is available for purchase in Bulgaria through retailer Technopolis at a promotional price of BGN299 ($180/€150/INR15,310).
Yahoo
16 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Bulgaria international Galabov joins Dundee 'family'
Bulgaria international Plamen Galabov "quickly" signed a two-year deal with Dundee as he wants to get out his comfort zone and "challenge" himself. The defender joins Steven Pressley's side upon the expiry of his contract with Israeli side Maccabi Petah Tiva, where he made 37 appearances last season. Advertisement Galabov, 29, started his career in his native Bulgaria with FC Lovech, before moving to CSKA Sofia. His last three clubs have been in Israel, where he said he grew comfortable. "After four years in Israel, I had found my comfort zone and when I found out about the interest from Dundee I wanted to come to Scotland," he told Dundee's website. "I want to challenge myself and see how far I can go." Galabov has five international appearances to his name since his debut in September 2020 against the Republic of Ireland in the UEFA Nations League. "From my first impressions here it seems like everyone is like a family and it made me feel very warm," he added. Advertisement "I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone. Everything happened very fast, a week ago my agent told me of the interest from the club, I started to read more about the country and then I accepted very quickly this opportunity. "I always try to be a team player, for me it's very important to try and help my teammates around me. "As a defender, it is important to communicate a lot and to be calm as that helps the players around you."
BBC News
16 hours ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Bulgaria international Galabov joins Dundee 'family'
Bulgaria international Plamen Galabov "quickly" signed a two-year deal with Dundee as he wants to get out his comfort zone and "challenge" defender joins Steven Pressley's side upon the expiry of his contract with Israeli side Maccabi Petah Tiva, where he made 37 appearances last 29, started his career in his native Bulgaria with FC Lovech, before moving to CSKA Sofia. His last three clubs have been in Israel, where he said he grew comfortable."After four years in Israel, I had found my comfort zone and when I found out about the interest from Dundee I wanted to come to Scotland," he told Dundee's website. "I want to challenge myself and see how far I can go."Galabov has five international appearances to his name since his debut in September 2020 against the Republic of Ireland in the UEFA Nations League."From my first impressions here it seems like everyone is like a family and it made me feel very warm," he added. "I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone. Everything happened very fast, a week ago my agent told me of the interest from the club, I started to read more about the country and then I accepted very quickly this opportunity."I always try to be a team player, for me it's very important to try and help my teammates around me. "As a defender, it is important to communicate a lot and to be calm as that helps the players around you."
Reuters
2 days ago
- Business
- Reuters
EU prosecutors uncover criminal scheme involving Chinese imports via Greece
June 26 (Reuters) - European prosecutors have uncovered a criminal scheme involving false documentation of Chinese imports to Europe through the Greek port of Piraeus that defrauded authorities of about 700 million euros ($820 million) in lost customs duties and VAT revenue. The investigation carried out by the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) spans 14 EU countries and involved raids in Greece, Spain, France and Bulgaria, the EPPO said in a statement on Thursday. Ten suspects were arrested, including two customs officers during more than 100 searches conducted at the offices of customs brokers and other locations on Wednesday. Law enforcement agents seized thousands of e-bikes and e-scooters, as well as 480 containers for further checks and verification in the Port of Piraeus, with freezing orders issued to seize real estate, boats and bank accounts. Some 5.8 million euros in different currencies were seized, including 4.75 million euros in Greece, as well as several firearms and other weapons seized in the houses of three of the suspects. Eleven properties in Spain were also seized, as well as 27 vehicles and luxury items, the EPPO said. The EPPO said the scheme involved several criminal networks mainly controlled by Chinese nationals who handled Chinese imports into the EU, their distribution and sales, as well as money laundering and sending the profits back to China, the EPPO said. After the goods from China arrive in the EU, mainly through the port of Piraeus, they are undervalued or misclassified to evade custom duties, cleared by customs brokers and sold to companies in other EU states through the scheme designed to avoid the VAT payment, the EPPO said. It added that the criminal organisations under investigation produce the false invoices and transport documents to conceal the real destination of the goods, and recruit a network of sham companies that sell the products at very competitive prices, since VAT remains unpaid and customs duties and anti-dumping fees are largely evaded. ($1 = 0.8541 euros)
