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I can calculate the motion of heavenly bodies, but not the madness of people.
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From soldiers shooting at balloons to skiers towed by horses, these strange and sometimes dangerous sports were once part of the Winter Olympics.
6 Scandals That Rocked the Winter Olympics
In the 1924 Games, an American speedskater sparked controversy, and in 1994, the Harding-Kerrigan showdown was TV ratings gold.
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The introduction of shared housing for competing athletes transformed the modern Games.
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