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Paris — Just one day before the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, more than a million tickets to Olympic events were still unsold, including many for Friday's first-of-its-kind outdoor ceremony on the Seine river itself. Olympic organizers had set lofty ticket sale ambitions, and they have met some of them. Tony Estanguet, a three-time French Olympic canoeing champion and president of the Paris 2024 Olympic Organizing Committee, touted the record-breaking sale of 8.8 million tickets during a news conference on Sunday. But there are many, many more left on offer, and still more being put up for sale every day...

More than 1 million tickets still unsold a day before the Paris Olympics

The Team USA House at the 2024 Paris Olympics will board nearly 600 of the most talented athletes across the U.S. This “home away from home” will feature Team USA’s athletes, coaches, families, friends, donors and other important elements of the team. This iconic site is located...

Full guide to the Team USA House at the 2024 Paris Olympics

LCM (50 meters) Swimming and waterpolo events at the 2024 Paris Olympics will be held The Paris La Défense Arena, a multisport arena located in Nanterre. The opening was first expected in 2014 but the facility was not opened until October 2017. Initially the facility was named U Arena, the latter was changed to the current one in spring 2018.

Paris Swimming Pool Depth Raises First Concerns Of 2024 Olympic Games

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A renowned micro-sculptor has unveiled the world’s smallest Olympic mascot which fits into the eye of a needle to celebrate the 2024 games in Paris.British sculptor Dr Willard Wigan, who has created the world’s smallest handmade micro-art, meticulously crafted a miniature version of the Olympic mascot, Phryge, in a feat which involved holding his breath, working between heartbeats and using his pulse as a jackhammer.The handmade microscopic version of the official mascot, the smallest in Olympic history, can be seen holding a medal which was crafted from 24-carat gold and is roughly the size of a blood cell.Dr Wigan also...

Renowned micro-sculptor unveils world’s smallest Olympic mascot for Paris 2024

The US Sun

AN AWARD-WINNING barista, red telephone boxes, dartboards and pool tables – welcome inside the Team GB quarters at the Paris Olympics. The British Olympic Association have left no stone unturned as they try to create the right environment at the Athletes Village for the 327-strong squad involved over 16 days of competition.

Inside Team GB’s island recluse for Paris 2024 Olympics with nightclub, royal receptions and exclusive coffee shops

Blanco, TX

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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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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

San Antonio, TX

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A 28-year-old high school coach was “randomly shot and killed” standing on a rooftop bar while she was in town for a conference, police said.

High school coach, 28, randomly shot and killed at bar while attending conference

Sandston, VA

Authorities in Virginia are investigating the death of Autumn Oxley, who appeared on the MTV reality show “16 and Pregnant" a decade ago and died over the weekend, police say. Police said they responded to a medical emergency shortly after 3:00 p.m. Saturday in Sandston, about 9 miles (14.5...

Police investigate death of Autumn Oxley, Virginia woman featured on '16 and Pregnant'

Riverside County, CA

Officials in Southern California said they are searching for suspects in a fire sparked by illegal fireworks that has caused more than $11 million in damages.

'Horrendous' wildfire sparked by illegal fireworks: Mayor

Virginia State

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

Alaska State

NORAD intercepted Russian and Chinese bombers off  of Alaska marking the first time that Chinese military planes have been intercepted off of Alaska

Russian and Chinese bombers intercepted off of Alaska

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

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

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

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

Jenna Johnson and Daniella Karagach are in mommy heaven. The "Dancing with the Stars" pros recently gave their social media followers a glimpse at the cutest playdate ever: Karagach's daughter Nikita playing with Johnson's son Rome. Johnson shared a post on Monday of Nikita and Rome enjoying a swing set...

'DWTS' pros Jenna Johnson, Daniella Karagach share photos of their babies playing together

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico -- On a recent morning in an Afro-Caribbean community in northeast Puerto Rico, Dr. Pedro Juan Vázquez went door-to-door as part of his medical rounds. He greeted the elderly residents the town with a cheerful “Good afternoon!” and a smile and casually asked if they’d like their vitals taken.

As doctors leave Puerto Rico in droves, a rapper tries to fill the gaps

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(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

PARIS -- Five players on Australia's women's water polo team for the Paris Olympics have tested positive for COVID-19. Anna Meares, the chef de mission for the Australian team in Paris, said the COVID cases have been confined to the water polo team. She said the affected players are clear to practice when they feel well enough to train.

Five players on Australia’s women’s water polo team have tested positive for COVID-19

Beneath the blazing summer sun on a former slave plantation, Lamont Gross and fellow prisoners stooped in long rows, picking vegetables by hand under the watchful eyes of armed guards on horseback. He said breaks were short and infrequent, with nothing to protect workers from the heat. “I saw guys...

Prisoners fight against working in heat on former slave plantation, raising hope for change in South

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Record 9.7 million tickets have been sold for Paris Olympics. But more are available

PARIS -- After getting off to a rocky start last year, Olympics 2024 organizers said the Paris Games have broken the record for the most number...

Record 9.7 million tickets have been sold for Paris Olympics. But more are available

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