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SAINT-DENIS, France — Kassidy Cook and Sarah Bacon won silver in the women’s 3-meter synchronized springboard event on Saturday, securing America’s first medal of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Their five-dive score of 314.64 put Americans on the podium in this event for the first time since...

Synchronized divers Sarah Bacon and Kassidy Cook serve up first U.S. medals

For the Shackell family from Carmel, Indiana, the Olympics are a family affair. Aaron Shackell, 19, won the 400m freestyle at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials, earning him the first spot in the competition at the 2024 Olympics. When not competing in the Olympics, he swims and studies at the University of Texas.

Meet Aaron and Alex Shackell: Indiana siblings poised to make waves at the Paris Olympics

Team USA women’s gymnastics members, Simone Biles, Suni Lee, Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey and newcomer Hezly Rivera are all making final adjustments with competition set to begin this weekend as they shoot for redemption and go for gold at the Paris Olympics. NBC’s Kaylee Hartung reports for TODAY. Watch the 2024 Paris Olympics on NBC and streaming on Peacock, starting with the Opening Ceremony July 26 at 12 p.m. ET.

US women’s gymnastics aim for redemption at Paris Olympics

The 2024 Summer Olympics have officially begun, kicking off with an Opening Ceremony on the River Seine. This year, each country's delegation sailed down the Seine in boats, beginning with the Greek delegation and ending with the French. With the Paris Games officially underway, you may be wondering just how...

How many athletes and countries are participating in the 2024 Olympics?

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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Do you believe in genuine friendship? Finding a loyal and reliable friend is tricky nowadays. Many people are two-faced and like using their loved ones’ weaknesses to attack them.

5 Zodiac Signs That Make The Best Friends

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

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

As Americans flock to Paris for the Olympics, NBC’s Keir Simmons explores the deep-rooted affection Americans have for the city. Through conversations with tourists, historians and local experts, he delves into the elements that make Paris a place of fascination for Americans.

'We'll always have Paris': Why Americans love the City of Light

Celebrity chef Paul Hollywood has warmed up a carb-loaded debate. On July 11, “The Great British Baking Show” judge posted a short clip to his TikTok reigniting a hot-button topic: Where is the best place to store your bread. In the clip, the man who literally wrote a...

Should you be storing your bread in the refrigerator? Experts weigh in

Texas State

Mercedes and Jonathan Sandhu, the Texas couple who welcomed identical quadruplets on May 1, have an exciting announcement: All four babies are home!. Hannah Grace, Lucy Marie, Rebecca Claire and Petra Anne have been discharged from Texas Children's Pavilion for Women. Their brothers, Luke, 4, and Aaron, 20 months, couldn’t be happier.

1 (or 4) in 15 million: Rare identical quadruplets beat the odds, come home from hospital

The 2024 Paris Olympic Games are officially underway with early competition beginning on the soccer pitch as the city puts finishing touches ahead of the opening ceremony. NBC’s Tom Llamas reports for TODAY. Watch the 2024 Paris Olympics on NBC and streaming on Peacock, starting with the Opening Ceremony July 26 at 12 p.m. ET.

Paris Olympics buzz builds as early competition gets underway

Emily Standley Allard

Marriage is a significant life decision that requires extreme commitment, understanding, devotion and a heck of a lot of compromise. While many people dream of a lifelong partnership, others find the concept of marriage challenging. Astrology offers insights into personality traits and behaviors, suggesting that certain zodiac signs might face more difficulties in maintaining a traditional marital relationship. This article explores the five zodiac signs that are often considered less suited for marriage due to their unique characteristics and tendencies when it comes to lifelong commitment.

The 5 Zodiac Signs Not Meant for Matrimony

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

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

Bullied at school, he says he hated himself and felt like a “freak, a monster.” It was 2020 and he welcomed the lockdowns that came during the COVID-19 pandemic. “I was happy. I was relieved when COVID happened because I didn’t have to leave the house,” Garratt, now 19, tells TODAY.com.

Teen loses 200 pounds on his own, shares No. 1 tip for weight loss success

This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You can also text HOME to 741741 or visit SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources for additional resources. Jenna Bush Hager chose her August 2024 Read With Jenna pick with wedding...

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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

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

Hannah Berner joins Hoda and Jenna to discuss her new Netflix comedy special “Hannah Berner: We Ride at Dawn" and reveals she dreamed of being a tennis star before becoming a comedian. Berner talks about her time on Bravo’s “Summer House” and shares how her cat was a rescue from a Bronx dumpster.

Hannah Berner talks Netflix special, tennis dream, ‘Summer House'

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Synchronized divers Sarah Bacon and Kassidy Cook bring home 1st U.S. medals

SAINT-DENIS, France — Kassidy Cook and Sarah Bacon won silver in the women’s 3-meter synchronized springboard event on Saturday, securing America’s first medal of the 2024...

Synchronized divers Sarah Bacon and Kassidy Cook bring home 1st U.S. medals

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