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Cambodian athlete braves pounding rain to win hearts, admiration
PHNOM PENH: Bou Samnang did not win her race. In fact, she came last, six minutes behind the winner. However, Samnang won the hearts and minds of Cambodians and millions of other people for refusing to quit the race, even though its outcome was decided, and continued to brave the torrential rain…
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Cleopatra’s beauty wows Moroccans at donkey pageant
Rabat: Cleopatra has made history by becoming the first female donkey to win the top prize in a beauty pageant in Morocco. Cleopatra could convince the nine members of the jury, who included a veterinarian, that she was sufficiently attractive, loyal and fit to be declared winner in the…
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