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The United States women's soccer team won gold on Saturday, taking down Brazil in the championship game of the Summer Olympics, winning 1-0. Mallory Swanson scored the winning goal for the United States. She scored a couple of minutes into the second half and it proved to be the game-winner. ...

U.S. Soccer Star Sophia Smith Shared A Red-Hot Swimsuit Photo

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The United States ended up taking gold, but many stars across the globe shined brightly at the 2024 Olympic women’s soccer tournament. Below are the 10 most impressive players this summer in Paris.10. Adriana | BrazilThere were many clutch offensive performers for Brazil in the knockout rounds, but captain Adriana offered the most versatile threat. Her strength and creativity on the ball allowed other playmakers like Gabi Portilho and Vitoria Yaya to shine. She is also an underrated aerial threat, putting her head on the ball to score the 71st-minute game winner versus Spain in the semifinal.9. Marie-Antoinette Katoto |...

Who were the best performers in the Olympic women’s soccer tournament?

The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics have officially come to a close. The closing ceremony ended the athletic events of the competition, and also featured some legendary performances. NBC Olympics & Paralympics @NBCOlympics. French artist Yseult ends the Closing Ceremony the only way Paris knows how to. 🎆<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ParisOlympics?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ParisOlympics</a> | <a...

Closing Ceremony Paris 2024: Highlights, Flag Bearers and Reaction to Celebration

In a story that reads like the script of a Hollywood film, one of the world’s most famous musicians, Canadian rapper Drake, emerged as the unlikely hero for an Italian club on the brink of financial collapse. Venezia, a club steeped in history but battling financial turmoil, found an...

Canadian-owned Venezia averted insolvency, all thanks to Drake

NBC Summer Olympics announcer Mike Tirico, who has been doing a great job in Paris, France this summer, has issued an official apology for a mistake he made during the games. Tirico officially apologized for confusing a flag sported by a player after the United States vs. France gold medal game in ...

NBC Olympics Announcer Mike Tirico Has Issued An Official Apology

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In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

Following their 98-87 victory over France in the Finals of the 2024 Paris Olympics, Team USA’s men’s basketball team has won the gold medal once again. With this victory, Team USA has now earned a gold medal in the Olympics for the fifth straight time. However, despite Team USA winning a gold medal being the expectation, it was far from a cakewalk for the team. Other teams like Serbia, Germany, and France competed in the Olympics and became threats to take the gold away from Team USA. Now, following the completion of the 2024 Paris Olympics for the men’s basketball teams, FIBA has announced their All-Star 5.

Men’s Basketball 2024 Paris Olympics All-Star 5 Announced

San Diego, CA

A return to the mound in 2024 is possible for Yu Darvish, who has been out since May. Per The Athletic's Dennis Lin, the San Diego Padres starting pitcher threw live batting practice at a San Diego-area high school on Sunday. According to Lin, multiple observers noted that Darvish "appeared healthy and in good form."

MLB Rumors: Padres' Yu Darvish Throws Live Batting Practice; Return in 2024 Possible

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He was charismatic, affable, talented, down to earth, and a TV star from his pre-teens into adulthood. He was best known for his roles as one of Walt Disney's famed Mousketeers and as Robbie Douglas on TV's classic sitcom, My Three Sons. His name was Don Grady, and he died much too young, from cancer, at only 68 years old in 2012.

A Look Back at the Life and Tragic Death of TV's 'My Three Sons' Actor Don Grady

New Haven, CT

He was born on April 2, 1949, in New Haven, Connecticut, and died of a heart attack at only 63 on August 14, 2012, in Palm Beach Gardens. His birth name was Ronald Gabriel Paolillo, but his stage name was Ron Palillo who was best known as Arnold Dingfelder Horshack on TV's hit 1970s sitcom, Welcome Back, Kotter.

The Tragic Death of 'Welcome Back, Kotter' Actor Ron Palillo: A Look Back

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The driver of a bakery goods truck who Denver police crashed into head-first will receive a $350,000 payday from the city. The settlement to Christopher Cordova appears on the consent agenda of Monday’s City Council meeting. Items are the consent calendar are considered routine and generally pass in a block vote. However, council members Shontel Lewis and Sarah Parady regularly call out the settlements to draw attention to them.

Bakery truck driver latest to receive a Denver police payout

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

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The United States Women's National Team (USWNT) secured its first gold medal at the Olympics since 2012 by beating Brazil in Paris on Saturday in controversial circumstances

USWNT wins controversial Olympic gold as Sophia Smith's role in winner explained

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, recently shared their furry friends who have been waiting the longest to find their forever homes. From a puppy who is housebroken and loves toys to a little five-year-old dog who is a great snuggle buddy and loves other dogs, each dog is unique but has one thing in common- they need a family who will love them. Get to know these five great dogs below, and don't forget to leave a comment to let me know which pup stole your heart!

Local Animal Rescue Shares Dogs Who've Been Looking For Love The Longest

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The chances for the tropical wave in the Atlantic developing have now risen to 80% over the next seven days. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has advised that this disturbance could become the next tropical storm or hurricane within the coming days, potentially targeting the U.S. East Coast.

Tropical Wave That Could Impact Georgia Now Has 80% Chance of Development

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This recipe is sooo tasty! It truly is for garlic lovers! It involves sautéing onions and mushrooms in butter and oil until golden, then adding wine to reduce. Garlic, thyme, and parsley are stirred in for flavor, followed by seasoning with salt and pepper. The dish is garnished with additional parsley and served warm, making for a savory, aromatic side. Here's what you'll need to make it:

Garlic Mushrooms in Brown Butter Herb Sauce

Green Bay, WI

Jordan Love's first season as a starter featured a clear turning point. The 25-year-old started strong but started to hit a skid around Week 3. This bottomed out after a difficult outing against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 5, where he tossed three interceptions in a 17-13 loss. That...

Packers' Jordan Love Explains When His Mindset 'Switched' Ahead of Securing Contract

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Petraitis played last season at Air Force, which is the Bears' first opponent in this four-team event this season

Cal's Rytis Petraitis Will Face His Former Team in Cal Classic Basketball Event

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Since entering the league ahead of the 2018 NBA season, Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young has received comparisons to Golden State Warriors great Steph Curry. The two have similar games as both get their bread and butter from the three-point line and are productive creators for their teammates. On Paul Georgie's podcast, Podcast P presented by Wave Sports + Entertainment, Young addressed those comparisons, saying he sees the similarities while also pointing out a key difference.

Hawks' Trae Young Talks Stephen Curry Comparisons, Reveals Advice from Warriors Star

People who spoke during public comment period Monday at the Denver City Council meeting said phone app and social media users are depicting the migrant crisis in Denver all wrong.

Too rosy a picture being painted of Denver migrant crisis, speakers say

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Drake, Nike's Nocta Help Raise $43.7M for Serie A's Venezia FC to Avoid Bankruptcy

Musician Drake reportedly helped to raise €40 million ($43.7 millIon) to help save Italian soccer club Venezia from bankruptcy. \"I got a call from Brad Katsuyama,...

Musician Drake reportedly helped to raise €40 million ($43.7 millIon) to help save Italian soccer club Venezia from bankruptcy. "I got a call from Brad Katsuyama,...

Drake, Nike's Nocta Help Raise $43.7M for Serie A's Venezia FC to Avoid Bankruptcy

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