Columbus, OH

With the Paris Olympics about to get underway, the French capital is also hosting an exhibition that celebrates the urban cultures and practices that have become Olympic disciplines in recent years. SPOT 24 celebrates everything from freestyle BMX to surfing, skateboarding and breakdancing.

New Olympic disciplines on show at Paris exhibition

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	At long last, the greatest amateur athletes from each nation have gathered in Paris. When can you watch Snoop carry the torch?

When Does The 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony Start?

The Paris Olympics were poised to open in an unprecedented ceremony along the river Seine on Friday to mark the formal launch of the global sporting spectacular. The exact details of the ceremony have been kept a secret by organisers, but some modifications may need to be made because of unseasonably rainy weather, reports France 24's Selina Sykes.

What to expect from Paris Olympic opening ceremony spectacular?

Lancaster County, PA

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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

Blanco, TX

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

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

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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I've covered Muscle Cars from the 1960s and 1970s I like, Muscle Cars that had the best performance, cars that I have owned, fast cars that I have driven, and even classic VWs that I think are cool most recently.

Longest-Lasting Cars: Top 3 Most Reliable Models

Chicago, IL

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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?

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

Thousands of residents and tourists were forced to evacuated the tourist town of Jasper in Canada's western Alberta province. Officials said Thursday that the blaze prompted 25,000 people to flee as it roared into the near-deserted town of Jasper overnight. Assessments of damaged infrastructure was ongoing, but officials estimated about 30% of the town was damaged, with 358 structures destroyed.

Thousands forced to evacuate as wildfire consumes Canadian town

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(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

J. Souza

After hitting the jackpot in the cruise ship's casino, one man was shocked by the prize he won. A recent TikTok video has gotten a lot of attention, showcasing a couple's unexpected windfall during a cruise vacation.

Cruise Passenger Wins Jackpot on Cruise and Gets $50k Cabin Upgrade

Dianna Carney

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

Virginia State

Charisma reveals that Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen has been criticized again for what are considered to be insensitive comments. On his Twitter/X account, the Texas preacher said the following.

Virginia ministers weigh in on Joel Osteen's comments about blessings

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Horoscope of the Day, Saturday, July 27th

Auburn, NY

There's some tough news hitting the community as Bimbo Bakeries announces it’s closing three of its factories, including a major one in Auburn, New York. This move has left locals upset and calling for action from officials.

Major Grocery Brand Shuts Down Three Factories, Sparking Community Outcry

French athletes managed just 33 medals, ten of them gold, at the Tokyo Olympics and the pressure will be on to improve that tally significantly at their home Games, but will they be able to deliver?

Will French athletes meet medal expectations at home games?

Paris successfully hosted its first Olympics ceremony in a century on Friday, overcoming challenges from sabotage threats and unseasonable weather. The event showcased France's ability to deliver a spectacular and safe start to the Games, despite initial criticism and serious security concerns.

'We did it!': France celebrates successful Olympics opening ceremony despite challenges

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

Swimming has been engulfed in a doping row following revelations in April that 23 Chinese swimmers failed drugs tests ahead of the Tokyo Games in 2021 but were not sanctioned. The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) accepted the conclusion of Chinese officials that the case was caused by food contamination at a hotel, triggering strong criticism from the US anti-doping body USADA and several top swimmers.

Dressel has no confidence in fairness of swimming after doping scandal

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🔴 2024 Paris Olympics live: Aya Nakamura, Gojira and Lady Gaga perform at Opening Ceremony

The Opening Ceremony for the 2024 Paris Olympics kicked off from 7:30pm with a floating parade carrying nearly 7,000 athletes from around the world up the...

🔴 2024 Paris Olympics live: Aya Nakamura, Gojira and Lady Gaga perform at Opening Ceremony

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