The Independent

Few athletes will be under as much scrutiny at the Paris Olympics as the swimmers from China.Revelations that nearly two dozen elite Chinese swimmers tested positive for a banned substance ahead of the Tokyo Games — and were allowed to compete with no ramifications — have raised major concerns from the rest of the world about the seriousness of anti-doping efforts in a sport that has endured its share of scandals over the decades.From the East German's systematic, state-sponsored program of the 1970s and ‘80s to a previous Chinese doping ring in the 1990s to questions over one-and-done Irish star...

Chinese swimmers will be under scrutiny at the Paris Olympics after positive doping tests revealed

The Associated Press

SYDNEY (AP) — The Australian Olympic Committee says former high-ranking IOC member and Australian Olympian Kevan Gosper has died aged 90. The AOC said in a statement that Gosper died Friday after a short illness. Gosper won an Olympic silver medal on Australia’s 4-x-400-meter track relay team at the...

Former Australian IOC official and Olympian Kevan Gosper dies aged 90

For the first time in Olympic history, track and field gold medalists will receive prize money at the Paris Olympics this summer. CNBC reported that World Athletics President Sebastian Coe has announced that each gold medalist will be awarded $50,000, a move he defended as consistent with the sport's financial dynamics.

Olympic Gold Medalists to Receive $50,000 Prize Money for the First Time

The mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo, swam in the murky waters of the Seine on Wednesday (July 17) to demonstrate the river is now clean enough for outdoor Olympic swimming events. FRANCE 24's Delano D'Souza tells us more.

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo swims in the Seine nine days before Olympic Games kickoff

NBC News

There will be 206 countries represented at the 2024 Paris Olympics. But two nations are expected to take center stage in the track and field competitions: the U.S. and Jamaica. Starting at the Berlin Games in 1936, when U.S. Olympian Jesse Owens won four gold medals, American athletes, including Carl...

2024 Olympics: Will the U.S. cruise to gold medals in track? Not if the Jamaicans have anything to say about it

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

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Odd situation prevents former Cal swimmer Osman from competing in her fourth Olympics for Egypt

Swimmer Farida Osman Thought She Was Going to Olympics, But She Won’t

New York Post

If there were an Olympic medal for sheer will to play, there would be a clear winner.

On Wednesday, Australian field hockey player Matthew Dawson revealed that he chose to have the top of his ring finger amputated so that he could suit up in the 2024 Olympics from Paris.

Dawson had broken the finger during pre-Olympic competition and wanted to ensure that the injury and its associated healing process didn’t hold him out of international play.



“I made an informed decision with the plastic surgeon at the time, not only for the opportunity to play in Paris but for life after as...

Field hockey player Matthew Dawson amputates finger to play in 2024 Olympics

Stadium Rant

The 2024 Summer Olympics are just a week away, and it is a super exciting time. Whether this event takes place in the Summer or Winter,...

Who Qualified For USA In Archery (2024 Olympics)

Anika Jindal

The type of gasoline you use matters most when it comes to keeping your car running. While most gas stations claim to provide high-quality fuel, not all gasoline is created equally. You should avoid some gas brands that can ruin your car.

Worst Gas Brands That Can Ruin Your Car

THE 2024 DYNAMIC BILLARD European Championships concluded this afternoon in Podčetrtek as the four 9-ball tournaments played out. Ultimately, it was Germany who topped the medal table as wins for Pia Filler – her third of the championships – and Dennis Laszkowski lifted them above Poland in the final tally. Last day golds also went to Mario He, his first in the 9-ball division, and the incomparable Jouni Tahti, who added yet another to his bursting trophy cabinet.

He, Filler, Tahti and Laszkowski Wrap Up ECs With 9-Ball Golds

Microsoft outage was disrupting flights, banks, media outlets and companies around the world on Friday. Escalating disruptions continued hours after the technology company said it was gradually fixing an issue affecting access to Microsoft 365 apps and services. The website DownDectector, which tracks user-reported internet outages, recorded growing outages in...

Global cyber outage linked to Microsoft slams travel, media, financial, telecom sectors

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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The 19-year-old won Japan's all-around national title in April.

Japanese Gymnast Shoko Miyata Sent Home From Olympics for Smoking, per Report

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MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

The last Diamond League meet before the Paris Games features an Olympic appetizer in the men’s 100m, where all three 2023 World Championships medalists are entered. American Noah Lyles, Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo and Brit Zharnel Hughes headline the field in London on Saturday, live on Peacock from 9-11 a.m. ET.

Noah Lyles set for 100m showdown at London Diamond League as Olympics near

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Former IOC vice-president Kevan Gosper dies

Gosper, who served two stints as International Olympic Committee vice-president and was twice elected to its executive board, passed away after a short illness. \"Kevan was...

Gosper, who served two stints as International Olympic Committee vice-president and was twice elected to its executive board, passed away after a short illness. "Kevan was...

Former IOC vice-president Kevan Gosper dies

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