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ARGENTINA stars had firecrackers thrown their way as fans invaded the pitch at the Paris 2024 Group B opener. The Copa America winners scored a last minute 116th minute equaliser through Cristian Medina to draw 2-2 with Morocco at the Paris Olympics. The Olympic’s draw has placed Morocco and Argentina...

Chaos at Paris Olympics as athletes flee after fans ‘invade pitch and throw firecracker’ just hours into opening event

Sara Tarokh: Imagine a hotel building suspended high above the bustling streets of Paris, perched on a cliff in the heart of the city. Inspired by the captivating artistry of Natalia Rak, this architectural marvel brings together the old-world charm of a minimal cliff in Saudi Arabia with the sleek, modern elegance of Mies van der Rohe's design principles. Picture this: a floating rock adorned with streetlights, illuminated by the fiery hues of the Parisian sky, its floor-to-ceiling glass windows offering an unparalleled view of the Champs-Elysées.

Hotel Suspended Above Paris by Sara Tarokh

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Activist say migrants and the homeless are being forced out of Paris to improve the Olympic city's image.

Paris promised the most socially responsible Olympics ever. It's been moving out migrants

On July 22, a drone was flown over the New Zealand women’s football team training session in St Etienne. Team support members immediately reported the incident to police, leading to the drone operator, who has been identified as a support staff member of the wider Canadian Women’s football team, to be detained.

We have a drone scandal at the Paris Olympics.

Officials in Paris are jumping feet first into the river, just in time for the 2024 Summer Olympic Games. Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo swam the Seine in the heart of the host city as part of efforts to show the people that the river is safe to swim after one hundred years of environmental concerns. The presentation on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 — just nine days away from the Olympics Opening Ceremony — sent the message that the renowned waterway was clean enough to host open water events such as the triathlon, according to multiple media outlets, including NBC News.

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swam in the Seine River For an Important Reason

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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

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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

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Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

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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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A Russian chef has been arrested on suspicion of plotting with a foreign power to stage “large scale” acts of “destabilisation” during the Olympic Games in Paris

Russian chef arrested in Paris over alleged ‘large scale’ Olympic Games plot

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

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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 woman who shot a video of a hydrothermal explosion in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday morning told WyoFile she and her family were terrified as the blast sent boiling water and rocks skyward, destroying parts of a boardwalk, its guardrail and a nearby bench.

Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion: ‘We were terrified’

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Williamsburg, VA

Last week Roger Allan Holmberg Sr.made the news because of a disturbance on an Alaskan airline flight. 13 News Now said a social media page indicated the pastor and his wife Patty had moved to Williamsburg, Virginia in November, 2023.

Virginia pastor banned from Alaskan airline after assault charges are filed

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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

PARIS (Reuters) - The Australian Olympic team is aware of allegations by an Australian woman that she was raped in Paris, the team's chief said on Tuesday, urging the nation's athletes to take extra care during the Paris Games amid heightened security concerns. The Paris prosecutor's office said police were...

Australia Olympic Team Aware of Alleged Rape of Australian Woman in Paris

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Experts outline what the health risks are if swimmers take to the iconic river amid questions about its cleanliness

How Dangerous Is the Seine for Athletes?

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

There has been no hotter topic leading up to the start of the 2024 Paris Olympics than the Seine River. The infamous waterway, which stretches 777 kilometers (483 miles), flows from northern France, down through Paris and into the English Channel at Le Havre. It's known as the perfect way for tourists to see the capital of France.

Poop in the Seine? Explaining Olympics swimming controversy, protests over Paris river pollution

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For the Paris Olympics, a temporary skatepark at Place de la Concorde furthers a rich history of urban activity

Beneath the 3,000-year-old Luxor Obelisk, skateboarders will drop into bowls and teams of three will dribble down court at a series of temporary facilities dubbed the...

For the Paris Olympics, a temporary skatepark at Place de la Concorde furthers a rich history of urban activity

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