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Adidas Unknown Facts
Adidas is a German multinational corporation which designs and manufactures sports shoes, clothes and accessories. Founded 95 years ago, in July 1924, the Company has grown to become the largest sportswear manufacturer in Europe and the second largest in the world. Here is a look at some unknown facts about this age old brand.
Unknown facts about Adidas
1) Adidas was formed due to the sibling rivalry between brothers, Adolf Dassler and Rudolf Dassler, reaching its boiling point. The brothers split their family company, Gebrüder Dassler, as well as all of its assets and formed two different companies. Adolf formed the company Adidas, while Rudolf established PUMA, which became Adidas’s biggest rival.
2) The founder of Adidas, Adolf “Adi” Dassler, initially had no intention of starting a sports shoes company. In fact, Adi Dassler had completed a baking apprenticeship prior to starting the Company.
3) The iconic three stripes on Adidas products were originally created by a Finnish company, Karhu Sports. Adidas bought the rights from this company in the year 1952 by paying € 1600 and two bottles of whisky.
4) The first shoe Adidas ever made had track spikes, curated specifically for track and field.
5) The Company entered the world of sports apparel when it launched its first tracksuit in the year 1967. The first tracksuit was named after the legendary German footballer Franz Beckenbauer.
6) There is a park in Boston called Adidas Park, where people only wear Adidas shoes. Anyone wearing anything other than Adidas shoes runs the risk of having their shoes snatched and hung on the park’s “tree of shame.”
7) Former football player David Beckham has a lifetime endorsement deal with Adidas. In 2003, Beckham signed a deal for $ 160.8 million with Adidas to become its brand ambassador for the rest of his life.
8) Adidas has a policy of terminating any sponsorship with any athlete who has ties with the American religious group, Scientology.
Adidas, with an annual revenue of € 21.915 billion, is famous for its innovative designs and gained popularity with the younger generation.
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Apple has unveiled the new MacBook Air with M5 chip, starting at $999 for 13-inch and $1,299 for 15-inch models. The MacBook Air M5 boasts a 2nm M5 chip with 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU, and 50 TOPS Neural Engine for seamless AI tasks like real-time translation and 8K editing. Up to 22 hours of battery life, Thunderbolt 5, and Wi-Fi 7 make it the ultimate ultraportable, now 10% thinner at 0.44 inches with fanless cooling.
Key MacBook Air M5 features include Liquid Retina XDR display (500 nits, nano-texture option), 12MP Center Stage camera, and six-speaker Spatial Audio. Colors like new Sky Blue join Midnight and Starlight. Pre-orders are live today, with macOS Sequoia 15.4 enhancing Apple Intelligence and iPhone Continuity for students, pros, and remote workers.
Why buy MacBook Air M5 now? It outpaces Snapdragon X Elite rivals with ecosystem magic and future-proof performance, eyeing top 2026 laptop sales. CEO Tim Cook calls it “more capable than ever.” Visit apple.com for M5 MacBook deals and specs.
Delhi NCR-based gaming startup Zupee has acquired Mumbai-based microdrama platform Vertical TV in a deal valued under INR 40 Cr. This move strengthens Zupee Studio, its short-video arm launched in September 2025, by integrating Vertical TV’s expertise in bite-sized dramas like romance and thrillers.
Facing challenges from India’s 2025 real-money gaming ban, Zupee valued at $1 Bn after raising $120 Mn has pivoted to non-gaming content, including recent layoffs of 40% of its workforce. The acquisition builds on its November 2025 purchase of Australian AI firm Nucanon for interactive storytelling, targeting its 200 Mn+ users with engaging, mobile-first formats.
This deal underscores the rising microdrama trend in India, helping Zupee diversify amid regulatory pressures and compete in the short-video space dominated by quick, shareable content for on-the-go audiences.
T.N. Seshan’s name stands tall in India’s history as the man who transformed the nation’s electoral system with extraordinary courage and integrity. Born in 1932 in Kerala, Seshan grew up with values of discipline, education, and service to the nation — virtues that shaped his illustrious journey. From his early brilliance at Madras Christian College to his advanced studies in public administration at Harvard University, Seshan’s path reflected rare determination and intellect. Joining the Indian Administrative Service in 1955, he built a reputation as a no‑nonsense officer committed to efficiency and honesty, serving in key roles such as Secretary of Defense and overseeing vital national programs.
As the Chief Election Commissioner of India in 1990, T.N. Seshan sparked a new era of electoral integrity. In a system once marred by corruption, violence, and malpractice, Seshan brought order, fear, and respect through his groundbreaking reforms. He introduced voter ID cards, imposed strict spending limits on campaigns, and insisted on transparency at every level of the election process. Despite criticism from political circles that labeled him dictatorial, his relentless pursuit of fairness empowered every citizen to vote fearlessly. Under his leadership, the Election Commission became a symbol of strength and integrity in Indian democracy.
Seshan’s passing in November 2019 marked the end of an era, but his message continues to resonate across generations. Leaders from every corner of the country mourned the loss of the man who restored faith in free and fair elections. His enduring legacy reminds us that true leadership lies not in wielding power, but in serving people with honesty, courage, and conviction. T.N. Seshan’s life remains a timeless inspiration a reminder that democracy thrives only when its citizens are vigilant, responsible, and fearless.
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