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In the upcoming Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, the women's soccer tournament will feature teams from around the globe competing from July 25 to August 10, 2024.

Which teams are in women's Olympics soccer tournament? Qualified countries and FIFA ranking for Paris 2024 football

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The Olympics opening ceremony kicks off on Friday, July 26, but the Games themselves kick off on Wednesday, July 24, with the first round of the Olympic men's soccer tournament.Sixteen nations — including the United States — will compete for the three medal spots.The tournament structure is identical to the Copa America that wrapped up earlier this month. It begins with four groups of four teams each; every team will play its group members once, and the top two teams in each group will advance to the knockout rounds. The United States is seeded into a group with France, Guinea...

Men's Olympic soccer: Key Americans to watch as the USMNT begins its medal challenge

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Nikola Jokic and former Gonzaga star Petrusev lead Serbia's push for its first Olympic gold medal

Serbia Olympic basketball schedule: Filip Petrusev will play key role in Paris

The United States Under-23 Men’s National Team opened the Men’s Football Tournament at the 2024 Summer Olympic Games with a defeat against France (0-3). All is not lost after the initial setback, but points are now at a premium in the final two matches. Next on the Group A schedule is New Zealand, which should provide a stern on-field challenge. For the second time in a row, Marseille’s Stade Vélodrome – a 67,394-seat venue with an AirFibr hybrid grass surface – will host.

USA vs. New Zealand, 2024 Men’s Olympic Tournament: Scouting New Zealand

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The head of Argentina’s soccer federation said the chaotic ending to its Olympic soccer match against Morocco on Wednesday “makes no sense,” and Argentina’s coach called the scene “a scandal.”. The opening match of the men’s soccer tournament was suspended for nearly two hours during...

Argentina coach slams chaos at opening Olympic soccer match vs Morocco

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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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France is not allowing its Olympic athletes to wear the hijab headscarf worn by some Muslim women because of its laws on secularism.

She's a basketball star. She wears a hijab. So she's barred from France's Olympics team

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History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

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Daily Express reports that Roger Allan Holmberg Sr., a Virginia pastor, has been accused of hitting his wife while on an Alaskan Airlines flight from Seatle to Anchorage. Holberg allegedly verbally and physically abused his wife, who said she has epilepsy, and her husband hit her in the head, knowing it could cause a seizure.

Virginia pastor facing federal charges after he allegedly hit his wife on an Alaskan Airlines flight

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate were in medicine cabinets in many Virginia homes decades ago. They were in bottles with droppers that gallons the red liquid. Looking at that old bottle in the above image brings back many memories.

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate once were in many Virginia homes

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What does it mean to be selfish? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the definition of selfish is the lack of consideration for others; someone concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure. You know, people who will do for themselves before they will do for others. People who put their own priorities above everyone else. Do you know people who fit that definition? I am sure we all know at least one, I have known man over the years. Let’s learn what Signs are the most likely to be selfish.

The Top 5 Most Selfish Zodiac Signs

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

Jessica Serfitay flips the script on her previous statement. Virginia soap fans, Soap Opera News reports that Jessica Serfitay (ex Sloan Petersen) on Days of Our Lives posted on social media that her billionaire fiancé had abused her. The actress now says they argued as families do, and she never should have posted anything.

Days of Our Lives alum Jessica Serfitay retracts her statement that her fiance abused her

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Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a $1.35 billion behemoth of the sea, has recently been introduced to the world since its maiden voyage on July 19th. The ship, boasting nearly 5,700 passengers and a crew of over 2,200, offers an array of amenities designed to cater to multi-generational families on shorter 3- and 4-day itineraries.

Cruise Passengers Not Happy About Feature on World's Newest Mega Ship

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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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Think back un petit 20 months in the world of women’s basketball. 

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese were college juniors, known primarily to the sophisticates. 

Brittney Griner was imprisoned in Russia, her life in jeopardy. 



The New York Liberty were a WNBA afterthought. 

Joel Embiid heckled by fans upon arrival in Paris after Olympic flip-flop

Diana Taurasi was dishing out winks and sly asides about when she would join Sue Bird in retirement (OK, that one’s the same). 

One thing that’s remained remarkably constant, heading into the 2024 Olympics in Paris, is the expectation that the United States will dominate an international competition — despite the...

2024 Olympics women’s basketball preview: Team USA looks to continue domination

Everything you need to know about volleyball at the Paris Games.

Volleyball at the Paris 2024 Olympics

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With the Olympics men's soccer tournament set to take place in France this summer, players will descend on the cities which have been named as hosts for the competition

Who is playing in Olympic men's soccer tournament? Teams, format and five big names competing

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After five showcase games that spanned from Las Vegas to Abu Dhabi to London, the Olympic Games in Paris is the next step for Team USA. Steve Kerr, Stephen Curry, LeBron James, Kevin Durant and the rest of Team USA will suit up for their first official Olympic contest on Sunday morning against Nikola Jokic and Serbia.

2024 Olympics: Team USA men's basketball schedule for opening group stage

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All right, folks, get ready, because the 2024 Summer Olympic Games are just around the corner! Ahead of the grand opening ceremony, several events have already started, including the soccer tournament.The men's soccer competition kicked off on Wednesday, July 24, featuring a Group B match between Argentina and Morocco. If you caught the game, you might have asked yourself: Where's Lionel Messi?Well, as it turns out, Lionel Messi isn't playing in the Olympics. Wondering why? Keep scrolling for everything we know so far.Why isn't Messi playing in the Olympics?In June 2024, the soccer icon told ESPN Argentina that participating in...

Lionel Messi and Other Top Soccer Players Decide Against 2024 Summer Olympics

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US Women's National Team ready to forget Olympics ghosts

The U.S. women's Olympic soccer team is ready to kick off the 2024 Summer Olympics against Zambia at the Stade de Nice on the charming French...

US Women's National Team ready to forget Olympics ghosts

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