American speed skater Jordan Stolz secured his second Olympic gold medal, setting a new Olympic record in the 500-meter race at the Milano Speed Skating Stadium on Saturday. Stolz finished the race in 33.77 seconds, .11 seconds ahead of Dutch speedskater Jenning de Boo. The victory followed his win in the 1000-meter race three nights prior.
Before the race, Stolz's coach, Bob Corby, reminded him that the race would be won on the backstretch. "So you've got to burn, like you've never burned before," Corby said, according to Time. Stolz's performance also bested de Boo in the 500-meter race, solidifying his dominance in the competition.
In other news, the film industry continues to generate headlines. The Berlin Film Festival is showcasing "Light Pillar," the feature debut from Chinese writer-director Xu Zao, which is in the Perspectives section, according to Variety. Dubai-based company Cercamon acquired worldwide sales rights to the production. The festival also features the Shanghai Daughter, directed by Agnis Shen Zhongmin.
The Doha Film Institute is preparing for its 12th edition of the Qumra Masters lineup, running from March 27 to April 1 in Doha, Qatar. The event will feature Gael Garcia Bernal, Diego Luna, and Alice Diop, among others, according to Variety.
Austria remains a popular destination for international film, TV, and streaming productions, despite funding cuts, according to Variety. The country offers diverse locations and impressive facilities.
Finally, Presidents' Day, observed on the third Monday of February, honors the birthday and legacy of George Washington, the first U.S. President. The holiday is celebrated with patriotic parades and historical reenactments, according to Time. "Its a really good opportunity to reflect on the origins of the presidential office and what was intended by Washington and the other framers at the Constitutional Convention," said Lindsay Chervinsky, executive director of the George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon.
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