A breakdance teacher who has worked with Olympic hopefuls said the sport deserved to be at Paris 2024. The street dance discipline, also known as breaking, has been chosen to be part of the Games, which takes place 26 July-11 August. Dancers will compete in one-on-one battles, with two competitions,...

'Breaking very much deserves to be in Olympics'

The 2024 Olympics are upon us, with soccer, rugby, archery and handball all taking center stage in the competition's opening days. On Friday, the tournament begins in earnest — but not with any athletic events. Rather, the spectacle kicks off with a festival of light unlike any other: the opening ceremony.

How long is the Olympics opening ceremony? Number of countries, athletes, show length and more to know for Paris 2024

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REPECHAGE rounds have been added to certain events for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Here we take a look at what these extra stages entail and which disciplines are employing the system at the games. What is a repechage round?. 'Repechage’ is a French word that translates into English as ‘fishing...

What is repechage and how does it work? The Paris 2024 Olympics athletics rule change explained

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PARIS 2024 is upon us and promises immense excitement with Team GB at full strength. Some of Britain's greatest athletes will be making a strong case for an Olympic gold medal. The likes of Adam Peaty, Tom Daley, Alex Yee and Dina Asher-Smith pose among the country's highest hopes. Many...

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As the Paris 2024 Olympics gets under way, BBC Sport looks at some of the best recent opening ceremony outfits.

Olympics opening ceremony - the show-stopping outfits

Eight people have been jailed for their role in a county lines plot which involved children delivering Class A drugs. The group was sentenced after being convicted of conspiring to supply heroin and crack cocaine in Barrow and Manchester, between September 2022 and January 2023. Preston Crown Court heard Jordan...

Eight jailed for county lines drugs plot

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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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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

A man who repeatedly attacked his puppy until it had to be put down, then left an RSPCA inspector with life-changing injuries, has been jailed. Storm Williams from Sutton Coldfield blinded the puppy with his attacks, as well as leaving him with broken bones, bruising, and swelling all over his head and body.

Puppy beaten so badly it had to be put down

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

I don’t know about you but summer is definitely my favorite season and I am definitely a sun worshipper. Living in the Pacific Northwest, we do not see enough of it so when it is here, that is where you will find me. Everything I do I do outside when the sun is out and the weather is warm. I wonder who else feels this way. I wonder what Zodiac Signs love the Sunshine. Want to find out? Let’s do a little research.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Love Sunshine

Police said the 24-year-old died at the scene and his family were being supported.

Motorcyclist killed in crash with car

Christopher and Janine Barton died in the collision which claimed a total of six lives, police say.

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Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after the death of an 82-year-old man in Doncaster. Emergency services were called to Mexborough just after 07:30 BST on Thursday, following reports a body had been found in the River Don. Ambulance crews attended and the man was pronounced dead...

Murder arrests after body found in river

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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.

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France turned on the style to overwhelm Argentina - their recent antagonists - as the hosts reached the semi-finals of Olympics men's sevens in front of an euphoric Parisian crowd. London-born wing Aaron Grandidier scored two scintillating tries in a 26-14 victory for Les Bleus and led the jubilant celebrations...

Ferocious France beat Argentina in Olympics grudge match

Nuisance off-road bikers in Greater Manchester will be targeted by police using a special new forensic spray to "tag" offenders. The traceable spray, called SmartTag, will allow officers to mark motorbikes, e-bikes and quadbikes with a bright yellow solution. The spray contains a unique forensic code linked to the cannister...

Nuisance off-road bikers targeted with forensic spray

A "brilliant mother" who died in a stabbing in east London had just found out she was four weeks pregnant before she died, her sister said. The Metropolitan Police was called to an address in Walthamstow at about 03:00 BST on Monday following reports of an injured woman. Alana Odysseos,...

Mother killed in stabbing was pregnant, says sister

An estimated 600 plants were found by police at a unit in a rural North Somerset village.

Five arrested after cannabis factory discovered

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A breakdance teacher who has worked with Olympic hopefuls said the sport deserved to be at Paris 2024. The street dance discipline, also known as breaking,...

'Breaking very much deserves to be in Olympics'

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