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More than 10,000 athletes sailed across the Seine River in a 3.5-mile parade Friday, kicking off the 2024 Paris Games with a spectacular open-air ceremony that showed off the exuberance of this year's competitors and the majesty of the surrounding French landmarks. The procession of boats, flags and joyous athletes...

Paris Olympics open with a lavish floating parade

The 2024 Paris Olympics opened with a magnificent and cinematic opening ceremony. The July 26 event took place at the Seine River, becoming the first opening ceremony to be held outside of a stadium. As over 200 countries participated in the Parade of Nations, a mystery masked man carried the...

Who lit the 2024 Olympics cauldron? Identity revealed

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With umbrellas deployed, thousands of athletes and spectators who lined the streets of Paris officially kicked off the 2024 Olympics on Friday.The ambitious ceremony kicked off with a giant plume of blue, white and red smoke in the colors of the French national flag with the Parade of Nations from the Austerlitz Bridge beside the Jardin des Plantes.Athletes aboard boats traveled the course of the Seine River from east to west, getting a glimpse of several Olympic venues including the La Concorde Urban Park, Invalides and the Grand Palais.Giant jets of water spurted up from the river as the Greek delegation — as always — was the first boat under the bridge and along the 6-kilometer (3.7-mile) route.American singer Lady Gaga graced the crowds with a performance at a makeshift yellow staircase in the traditional style of the old French subways.About 220,000 invited and security-screened spectators filled the upper tiers of the Seine's banks, and an additional 104,000 paying spectators watched from the lower riverside and around the Trocadéro plaza.The parade ended at the Iena Bridge, which links the Eiffel Tower on the left bank of the Seine to the Trocadéro district on the right bank.Here are more photos from the event:

See photos of the Paris Olympics opening ceremony

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The Olympics officially got underway with the Opening Ceremonies in Paris on Friday. However, things quickly went awry during one of the most crucial moments when the flag was raised upside down. Hopefully the awkward blunder was not a bad omen for the rest of the Games! The flag for the Olympics was created in […]
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Paris Begins Olympics With Embarrassing Blunder By Raising Flag Upside Down At Opening Ceremonies

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The 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony begins with a video. Immediately audiences see sights and sounds of Paris. From bistros to the gorgeous architecture of the various buildings. However, there’s a dilemma.

2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony: Every Moment and All The Details

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Lady Gaga has addressed the backlash she faced after her opening ceremony performance at the 2024 France Olympics in Paris, where she sang a French song

Lady Gaga breaks silence after Paris Olympics performance leaves fans fuming

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

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Serena Williams, the iconic retired tennis champion, has recently found herself at the center of a heated debate regarding her appearance. As she shares clips from her “Hot Ones” interview on Instagram, fans and critics alike are questioning whether she has altered her looks with cosmetic procedures. Debate...

Serena Williams faces criticism over appearance

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Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

New York City, NY

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

The 20204 Paris Olympics actually had a characters from Assassin’s Creed front-and-center as the driving force of the opening ceremony. It’s one of the wildest, least-predictable crossovers imaginable, yet here we are. A parkour runner dressed in the iconic assassin clothes from the game carried the torch over...

Yes, that’s an Assassin’s Creed character carrying the torch at the Paris opening ceremony

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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

Do you know any self-righteous person who rarely apologizes? We all have different weaknesses and offend others once in a while. However, some zodiac signs’ pettiness and insecurity hinder them from seeking forgiveness when they cross someone’s path. Instead, they try to prove that they were right when they did something.

3 Zodiac Signs That Don’t Apologize

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The Sporting News has you covered with everything that you need to know in order to watch the men's and women's Olympic basketball tournaments, including TV and streaming options for games.

Olympics basketball schedule today: Times, TV channels, scores for Paris 2024 Saturday games

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NBA legend LeBron James is currently one of the countless iconic athletes in Paris getting set to compete in the Olympics. He and tennis sensation Coco Gauff were selected as the two Team USA flagbearers, with his selection making history. Surprisingly, he became the first men’s basketball player ...

LeBron James Picture At Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony Going Viral

Some of the most iconic Australian moments in Olympic history have come in the pool. Whether it's the epic men’s 4x100m freestyle relay victory on home soil in 2000 or Emma McKeon's seven-medal haul in Tokyo 2020, there is no shortage of impressive Aussie swimming achievements. A total of...

Australia Olympic swimming results: Updated medal tally at Paris 2024 Games

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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

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

The 2024 Olympics opening ceremony is underway in Paris, France, but one question has left viewers extremely confused - who is the masked Olympic torchbearer?

Who is the masked Olympic opening ceremony torchbearer? Viewers give best theories

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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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What is the Olympic mascot? Explaining 'Phryge' and the meaning behind quirky 2024 Paris character

Everything is better when a fun, unique mascot is involved. Would the Pop-Tarts Bowl have been nearly as interesting if a Pop-Tart mascot didn't lower itself...

What is the Olympic mascot? Explaining 'Phryge' and the meaning behind quirky 2024 Paris character

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