After spending a decade swimming for Wales, Becky Wilde now rows on water in the double sculls.She and Mathilda Hodgkins-Byrne left it very late to qualify for Paris - doing so at the final Olympic Qualification Regatta in May. But it was a build-up affected by injury and disruption. Last year she had surgery for compartment syndrome in both her arms, a condition which causes pressure to build inside the muscles. But now she looks to be hitting form at just the right time.“I’ve dreamed of going to the Olympics since I was six years old, so it means everything to me," Wilde said."The field in the women’s double is very open and we know if we make the final in Paris, it’s all to play for.”Wilde and Hodgkins-Byrne begin competing on Saturday, 27 July. The final is at 09:30 BST on Thursday, 1 August.

Olympic chance 'means everything' - Wilde

Drummer Nick Banks says his gesture in a Sheffield park has "touched a lot of hearts".

Pulp star leaves treats in memory of beloved dog

Following the news of a knee injury to new Brentford signing Igor Thiago, we asked you to have your say on how worried you are to have the striker sidelined.Here are a selection of your comments:Jake: We were good without Toney and Thiago last season, we'll be fine without them again. Having Mbeumo back is a huge boost. Over the summer last year they improved their build up play, even if they didn't always show it. Looking forward to the new season. The sky's the limit with this team if the fans push them hard and encourage them all the...

'We'll be fine' or 'potentially disastrous'?

A 16-year-old hammer thrower is aiming to compete in the 2032 Olympics just five years after taking up the sport.Jack Burgess, from Fareham, Hampshire, started throwing the hammer after his PE teacher encouraged him to get into athletics when he was 11.He is now working with the Hampshire Talented Athlete Scheme (HTAS) and is currently ranked third in the UK, and is hoping for a podium spot in this weekend's England Athletics Championships in Birmingham. "I should come out in second place behind the European champion," he said.Sharon Robertson, of Hampshire and Isle of Wight charity Energise Me which runs...

Hammer thrower, 16, aims for Olympic success

Crawley Town sign Armando Junior Quitirna from Fleetwood Town for an undisclosed fee.

Crawley sign midfielder Quitirna from Fleetwood

Blanco, TX

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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

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

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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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

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

Bike couple in crash that killed six people named

Vets have put 27 XL Bully dogs to sleep in Cheshire in the last 12 months, a meeting of policing bosses heard. Questions were raised as to why so many of the banned breed had been euthanised if there had been no known attacks. The Cheshire Police and Crime Panel...

Vets put down 27 XL Bullies despite 'no attacks'

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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

An inquest has found Alison Clark was unlawfully killed in a crash in which three men also died.

'Crash driver should be named' - victim's husband

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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?

A police officer has been filmed kicking and stamping on the head of a man lying on the ground at Manchester Airport. The uniformed male officer is seen holding a Taser over the man, who is lying face down, before striking him twice while other officers shout at onlookers to stay back in a video shared widely online.

Police filmed stamping on man's head at airport

Police inform the family of a missing man about the discovery.

Man's body found in woods by playing children

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

Motorcyclist killed in crash with car

Three people have been arrested after a 10-year-old girl was bitten by an unregistered XL Bully dog and needed hospital treatment for her injuries. The attack happened at about 10:15 BST on Monday at Belvedere in Balby, Doncaster, according to South Yorkshire Police. The dog, from a neighbouring property, "aggressively...

Girl, 10, bitten by XL Bully as she plays in garden

The 20-year-old Indian elephant died of a complication which can affect several species of mammal.

Zoo announces sudden death of elephant

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Club apologises to fans over ticket woes

Some tickets did not arrive in the post while others had corrupt barcodes, the club...

Club apologises to fans over ticket woes

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