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A major goof-up occurred during the opening ceremony for the 2024 Paris Olympics on Friday night.Just as the 143-strong South Korean delegation paraded on their boats on the River Seine, the vessel carrying the athletes was accidentally introduced by an announcer as the "Democratic People's Republic of Korea" — the official name of North Korea in English.
It's honestly shocking that such an unforgivable mistake could ever happen again at the Olympics. Introducing South Korea as North Korea is such a deep insult that demonstrates complete ignorance and lack of basic world understanding. Deeply shameful and embarrassing. https://t.co/BJjD5YhQ6g— Raphael Rashid (@koryodynasty) July...

IOC apologizes to South Korea for Paris Olympics blunder

Great Britain's Adam Peaty through to 100m breaststroke semi-finals at Paris Olympics.

Peaty through to 100m breaststroke semi-final in Paris

China took the first gold of the Paris Olympics on Saturday, as the rain that dampened the opening ceremony took its toll on the first full day of sporting action. In a closely fought final of the mixed-team 10-metre air rifle, teenage duo Sheng Lihao and Huang Yuting outscored Keum Ji-hyeon and Park Ha-jun from South Korea 16-12, Kazakhstan grabbing the bronze. FRANCE 24's Leo Mcguinn reports.

China snatches first Olympic gold in Day One of sporting

VERSAILLES, France -- Equestrian’s governing body issued a warning to Brazilian rider Carlos Parro on Saturday for potentially causing “unnecessary discomfort” to his horse Safira after receiving evidence from an animal rights group. The decision was handed down by the Federation for Equestrian Sports just days after...

Brazilian rider Carlos Parro issued a warning at Paris Olympics over horse treatment

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

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

New York City, NY

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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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Norfolk, VA

Four Virginians were confirmed to be onboard when the Titanic sank on April 14, 1912. Phillip Acts and Selini Decker, who lived a few blocks apart in Norfolk, died when the ship sank. Richmond native Robert Decker and Eloise Smith, who later moved to Richmond from West Virginia, survived.

There's a reason no remains from the Virginia Titanic victims will ever be found

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

Tommie Smith, whose Black Power salute with John Carlos atop the medal podium at the 1968 Olympics remains an iconic moment in the history of the Games, talks to France 24 about the impact of his gesture nearly 60 years later as the Paris Games get underway.

Tommie Smith: 'Politics has always been a part of the Olympics'

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?

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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Horoscope of the Day, Saturday, July 27th

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

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

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Team USA has earned a set of Olympic gold medals, but they came from the Beijing 2022 winter version, the result of a Russian figure skater's doping-related disqualification from a team event.

Team USA awarded ice skating gold from 2022 Olympics

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

The Mirror US

Lionel Messi watched on as Argentina's Olympic team were beaten by Morocco in chaotic circumstances - with a last-gasp equalizer ruled out after the players had left the pitch

Lionel Messi breaks silence after Argentina's Olympics game descends into chaos

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

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South Korea's Lim Si-hyeon smashes archery world record

South Korean archer Lim Si-hyeon breaks the world record as her country looks set to continue its domination of...

South Korea's Lim Si-hyeon smashes archery world record

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