THE OLYMPIC FLAME IS LIT 🔥 At the archaeological site of Olympia in Greece (the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games), at the Temple of Hera, an actress portraying a high priestess ignited the flame. The ceremony paid homage to an ancient ritual, tying the modern games to its historic roots. The torch relay now begins to get the flame to Paris before the opening ceremonies on July 26th! Video and description: Olympics | French Embassy in the U.S.

Olympia, Washington now has a higher per-capita rate of homelessness than Seattle, a fact that surprises people until they see where many are living. A significant number reside in an encampment known locally as “the Jungle.” I spoke with multiple people living there, and to a person they admitted it is not a safe place to live. They were candid about the internal hierarchy of the camp: the farther back you go, the less likely you are to encounter anyone interested in real help, treatment, or ho

The Olympic Flame is officially lit! 🔥 Ahead of the Olympic Winter Games #Beijing2022, the Olympic Torch Relay begins at the Flame Lighting Ceremony in Ancient Olympia, Greece. Watch the full Beijing 2022 Olympic Flame Lighting Ceremony: https://oly.ch/3FY77Cf | Olympics