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Jakob Ingebrigtsen broke the 28-year-old 3,000-meter world record at the Silesia Diamond League, while Mondo Duplantis broke his pole vault record yet again.

Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Mondo Duplantis break world records at Silesia Diamond League

Sports Illustrated

The 24-year-old eclipsed the mark of 6.25 meters he set 20 days ago at  the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Mondo Duplantis Goes Crazy After Breaking Pole Vault World Record Again

ESPN

Armand Duplantis set a new world record in the pole vault for the 10th time in his career, clearing 6.26 meters at a Diamond League meet in Poland.

Armand Duplantis clears 6.26 meters, sets pole vault world record

This is our column on U.S. performances in Lausanne on August 22, 2024. The Swiss meetings, from Lausanne to Zurich, hold a special place in the hearts of US athletes. The year 2024 was no exception, and here are the remarkable performances from our top US athletes at these prestigious events.

US athletes in Lausanne!

New York Post

There is already a shocking exit at the 2024 U.S. Open.

Greek star Maria Sakkari, the No. 9 seed, retired from her first-round match against China’s Wang Yafan at Court 17 on Monday after just one set due to an apparent injury.

Sakkari, 29, dropped the opening set 6-2 and was having her neck/shoulder area worked on at one point during a medical timeout.

2024 US Open predictions, odds: Fabio Fognini vs. Tomas Machac, Corentin Moutet vs. Sebastian Korda

Since making the semifinals in the US Open and French Open in 2021, Sakkari has struggled in Grand Slams, losing five times in the first round.



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Since reaching the fourth round at the 2022 Australian Open, she had not advanced past the third round in 11 straight Grand Slam appearances.

Sakkari recently represented Greece at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, where as the No. 7 seed, she was knocked out in the Round of 16 by Ukraine’s Marta Kostyuk.



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US Open already has stunning upset as Maria Sakkari is out after one set

Athlon Sports

Prayers are pouring out for Yoshihito Nishioka.

U.S. Open Player Yoshihito Nishioka Forfeits Match After Terrifying Incident

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

The US Open women’s singles draw threw up plenty of crunch round one clashes for fans to enjoy. One of the most notable opening round matches pits fifth seed Jasmine Paolini against 2019 US Open champion Bianca Andreescu for a place in round two. Keen tennis fans may remember...

Incredible Serena Williams and Justine Henin US Open feat set to be matched by Jasmine Paolini and Bianca Andreescu

Colorado State

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David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Louisiana State

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A recent study found that Louisiana was in the top five states where college students are at risk of being in an accident. Personal injury lawyers at the Schiller Kessler Group looked at crash fatality data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to determine the most dangerous states and counties. The counties that were looked at were those with driving schools. The number of fatal crashes was adjusted based on local populations to calculate a rate per 100,000 residents.

Students moving to Louisiana for college are at higher risk of crashes, study says

New York City, NY

NEW YORK -- It’s been a bravura breakthrough season for Emma Navarro. Back in January, the 23-year-old American won her first Hologic WTA Tour title in Hobart. She reached the quarterfinals at Wimbledon, her best Grand Slam result to date. Navarro already has won 41 matches, a total exceeded only by World No.1 Iga Swiatek.

In a year of career milestones, Navarro adds another at the US Open

Texas State

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CJ Coombs

When I learned the brown tarantula is also native to Missouri, I gasped, and when I say I'm not too fond of spiders of any genus is an understatement. It's psychological. They have too many legs.

It's mating season for the Texas brown tarantula also known as the Missouri tarantula

The Lens

This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Akeena

After serving the Fort Lauderdale community for over 25 years, Canyon restaurant has officially closed its doors, making way for a new culinary experience. The beloved dining spot, known for its Southwestern flavors and loyal following, will be replaced by Daniel’s, a steakhouse from the Miami-based Gioia Hospitality Group.

Beloved Florida Restaurant Closes Its Doors After 25 Years, Steakhouse Set to Move In

Coral Gables, FL

Big news from Coral Gables: a stunning waterfront property has just been sold for a jaw-dropping $17.45 million. If you’re into real estate or just love a good mansion story, you’ll want to hear this.

Billionaire Family Snaps Up Florida Mansion for $17.5 Million

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

The month of September is upon us and with it brings happiness to three zodiac signs. Pisces, Aquarius, and Libra will experience an end to the loneliness they have been feeling. Whether their loneliness has been subtle or significant, relief from this emotion is coming for these signs. Let’s discuss each sign and what they can expect in the month of September.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Loneliness Ends In September

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Command Sgt. Maj. Harold “Ed” Jarrell has been relieved as the senior enlisted for the Army’s 1st Information Operations Command, an Army spokesperson confirmed, marking the third time within a month and the second within a week, that the Army has fired a command sergeant major of a brigade or larger unit as per Task and Purpose.

The Army Fires 3rd Command Sergeant Major in a Month: Command Sgt. Maj. Harold "Ed" Jarrel

Georgia State

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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

Virgo season will progress well on August 27. Three struggling zodiac signs will tap Gemini’s immense energy which will help them end their grief. The Half Moon will test their resolve to heal and desire to continue facing hardships. Still, Gemini’s healing vibe will inspire them to end their hardships and change existing circumstances.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Hardships End on August 27, 2024

Denver, CO

The Denver City Council accepted Monday two grants totaling $24.5 million from the state of Colorado to pay for the homeless navigation campus it opened last year. One council member wants answers as to why wraparound services at the campus aren't up and running.

Denver homeless hotel wins $24.5 million grant, experiences wraparound services delay

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Jakob Ingebrigtsen breaks 28-year world record in the 3,000 meters by more than 3 seconds

CHORZOW, Poland (AP) — Jakob Ingebrigtsen of Norway broke the 28-year world record in the 3,000 meters...

Jakob Ingebrigtsen breaks 28-year world record in the 3,000 meters by more than 3 seconds

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