Columbus, OH

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Russian athletes can compete independently.

Why Was Russia Banned From the Olympics?

In a sweltering Paris, Diaba Konate waves emphatically with a beaming smile as she walks towards our meeting spot near the Louvre. She's wearing a number 23 jersey. Of course she is - basketball is her passion. The 23-year-old point guard has recently returned to her home city after almost...

'My heart is broken by France's Olympic hijab ban'

The Independent

 Australian boxer Tina Rahimi has criticised France’s “sad” rules on secularism and athletes wearing the hijab at the Paris Olympics.Muslim French sprinter Sounkamba Sylla stated that wearing a hijab would prevent her from appearing in Friday's Opening Ceremony.While the French Olympic Committee said Sylla accepted the option of wearing a cap instead. The host nation, home to Europe's largest Muslim minority, enforces laws to protect the principle of secularism under which state employees and school pupils are banned from wearing religious symbols and clothing in public institutions.And featherweight Rahimi, who has a first-round bye and will fight on 2...

Australian boxer hits out at ‘sad’ French rules over hijab at Paris Olympics

PARIS -- Before Tokyo three years ago, the U.S. Olympic swim coaches pondered how to best support their athletes and help fire them up before a race, given there were no family or friends or fans in the stands. They turned to clanging cowbells. While spectators return to the pool...

Just like at Tokyo Olympics, American cowbell clanging will be raucous again in Paris

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

The Mirror US

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

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

Deseret News

The whole thing felt like the result of a Chat GPT prompt from someone who loves France but has never actually been there.

Olympics opening ceremony: What, exactly, was that?

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

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

Crossing the Delaware or crossing the Seine?

LeBron Carrying Flag on Team USA Boat Through Pouring Rain Had Memes Flying

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

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?

USA Basketball star Kevin Durant loved Steph Curry's answer when asked who he most wants to face at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

Steph Curry Had Perfect Answer When Asked Who He Most Wants to Face in Olympics

Virginia State

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

Philadelphia, PA

Joel Embiid arrived in Paris, France today with Team USA ahead of the 2024 Olympics and was greeted by bunch of French basketball fans who demanded that he gives back his French passport while also shouting that he should have played for France. Disgusting. Joel Embiid gets heckled by French...

Disgusting Behavior: Joel Embiid heckled by French fans as he arrives to Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics

Vermont State

Vision Pet Care

Cats are often misunderstood as aloof and indifferent, but they have their own unique ways of showing affection. One incredible story reveals the depths of a cat’s love and its heartwarming impact on its human companion.

You Won't Believe What This Cat Did to Show Its Love!

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

Paris, KY

This summer in Paris has been anything but typical, with the usually bustling Marais district noticeably quieter as tourists avoid the city due to high prices and fears of Olympic chaos, leaving businesses like Stolly's Stone Bar longing for the pre-Olympic days, as analysts point to a 13% drop in arrivals and hotel occupancy plummeting to 70%, despite some last-minute rate cuts.

Paris Prepares for Olympics: Are Businesses Ready to Boom or Bust?

Massachusetts State

Stop & Shop Announces Closure of 32 Stores Across the Northeast. Stop & Shop, a well-known grocery chain, has confirmed the closure of 32 of its underperforming stores across the Northeast region of the United States. The decision, aimed at streamlining operations and fostering future growth, will affect locations in New Jersey, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, with all closures scheduled to be completed by November 2nd.

A well-known grocery chain, has confirmed the closure of 32 of its under performing stores

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

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The Dutch Deserve the Backlash After Letting Steven van de Velde Compete in the Olympics

The beach volleyball player was previously convicted and sentenced for raping a 12-year-old girl. But he will compete in Paris for the...

The Dutch Deserve the Backlash After Letting Steven van de Velde Compete in the Olympics

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