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By Ian Omoro Shoaib Malik, the former captain of the Pakistan Cricket Team, has declared categorically that he will not be playing for the Men in Green again. M

Shoaib Malik Retires From International Cricket

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France full-back Melvyn Jaminet has been handed a 34-week suspension by the French Rugby Federation after he posted a video of himself making a racist remark earlier this month.Jaminet put a video on his Instagram story on July 7, which included him making a racist comment about the Arab community.The 20-times capped Toulon player was immediately suspended and sent home from France’s tour of Argentina before a FFR Disciplinary Council was held on Friday.La Fédération Française de Rugby (FFR) condamne avec la plus grande fermeté les propos tenus par Melvyn Jaminet.En conséquence, Melvyn Jaminet a été mis à l’écart avec...

France full-back Melvyn Jaminet given 34-week suspension for racist video

LCM (50 meters) As athletes parade down the Seine River as part of the opening ceremony for the 2024 Paris Olympics, viewers can start to understand just how many athletes are competing in Paris over the next two weeks. Some countries share boats and not every athlete chooses to attend the opening ceremony given its proximity to the start of their competition, but the ceremony does give a decent visual of which countries have the biggest delegation for the Games.

Which Country Has The Largest Delegation At The 2024 Paris Olympics?

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

By Moses Ochieng The Texas Super Kings cruised to a nine-wicket victory, ending MI New York's campaign in MLC 2024 on 24th of July. Marcus Stoinis (2 for 18) pl

Texas Super Kings End MI New York's MLC 2024 Campaign with Dominant Win

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

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?

Virginia State

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate were in medicine cabinets in many Virginia homes decades ago. They were in bottles with droppers that gallons the red liquid. Looking at that old bottle in the above image brings back many memories.

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate once were in many Virginia homes

North Carolina State

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North Carolina’s beloved Biscuitville has once again been recognized as one of the best regional fast food chains in the United States. In USA Today's annual 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Biscuitville ranked second overall and was also named the No. 1 best fast food breakfast spot in the country.

North Carolina is home to one of the best regional fast food chains in America

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

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Well, folks, the US men's soccer team had an Olympic debut to forget. The long-awaited return to Olympic competitions, after a lengthy 16-year absence, was marked by a painful 3-0 defeat to host nation France. Playing at the Vélodrome stadium in Marseille, the Americans managed to hold off the French for an hour but eventually succumbed to the talent and experience of Alexandre Lacazette and company. The stadium atmosphere was electric, with 67,000 fans eager to see their team shine, and in the end, the hosts did not disappoint.

USA Humiliated by France in 2024 Paris Olympic Opener

Spoilers from Soaps.com reveal that during the week of July 29 to August 8, on The Bold and the Beautiful, Luna Nozawa (Lisa Yamada) will lash out at Katie Logan Spencer for making accusations against her mom Poppy Nozawa ( Romy Park).

The Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers: Luna finds something shocking in Poppy's old apartment

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

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Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

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Liguria, Italy will be re-opening a historic tourist path after a lengthy period of being closed.

Historic Hiking Path in Italy Reopening After Lengthy Shutdown Period

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

Denver, CO

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In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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

Boston, MA

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The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced two special poodles, Delia and Elle, who were found as strays in Boston just two days apart. Despite their initial separation, these poodles were reunited at the animal shelter, and it was immediately clear that they knew each other well. The shelter shared their heartwarming story, stating:

Meet Delia & Elle: The Stray Dogs Who Found Each Other Against All Odds

Colorado State

Brighton, CO

The largest tiny home festival in the region is about to roll out the welcome mat in Brighton. The Colorado Tiny House Festival will be July 12-14 at Riverdale Regional Park. “This tiny home show blends the spirit of the tiny living movement with the most up-to-date information on going tiny, simplifying your life, minimalistic living, and living greener,” according to a news release. “Unique small living structures will be spread throughout the Colorado Tiny House Festival grounds and include an assortment of professional and do-it-yourself builds including tiny homes on wheels, a 3D printed tiny home, accessory dwelling units, also known as ADUs, skoolies, converted vans, unique recreational vehicles, and more.”

Colorado's largest tiny home festival coming to Brighton as state law makes dwellings more practical

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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

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The England And Wales Cricket Board (ECB) To Pay Zimbabwe Touring Fee For 2025 One-Off Test

By Ian Omoro When Zimbabwe visits England for a one-off Test match in the summer of 2025, they will become the first team in modern cricket...

The England And Wales Cricket Board (ECB) To Pay Zimbabwe Touring Fee For 2025 One-Off Test

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