Columbus, OH

The Independent

 It is not the return to the Olympics Adam Peaty dreamed of. A joint-silver medal in Paris, behind Italy’s Nicolo Martinenghi in what developed into a slow, nervy race, decided by the finest of margins and pure instinct to touch the wall at just the right time.Peaty, who woke up with “a sore throat” and cursing his luck on his day of destiny, must have thought he had won it. He held off world champion Qin Haiyang, only for a tight finish and an out-of-sight Martinenghi to snatch a victory that would have seen him join Michael Phelps as...

Adam Peaty wanted a third Olympic gold - but he’d already won something more valuable

Canada sends hundreds of athletes to the Olympics each year and bas become a consistent threat in both the Summer and Winter Games. The country has taken home at least 18 medals in the past four Summer Olympics and at least 24 in the past five Winter Games. The 2024 Paris Olympics should continue that trend, especially with the star athletes representing the country.

Canada medal count 2024: Updated tracker of Olympic gold, silver, bronze medals

 Great Britain’s Eva Okaro made history on the opening day of the Olympics swimming competition as she became Team GB’s first Black female swimmer in the pool.Okaro was part of Team GB’s women’s 4x100m freestyle relay team that safely progressed to tonight’s final in Paris after finishing second in their heat this morning.Okaro, 17, is the first Black female to represent Team GB in the pool after Alice Dearing competing in the open-water event in Tokyo three years ago.Follow LIVE: Olympics latest updates and medal results From Sevenoaks, Okaro grew up swimming with her twin sister Izabella and booked...

Who is Eva Okaro? Team GB swimmer makes Olympics history in the pool

Great Britain’s Adam Peaty focused on the positives after narrowly missing out on a third successive Olympic 100 metres breaststroke gold medal in Paris.The 29-year-old earned a silver medal after losing out by an agonising two hundredths of a second to Italy’s Nicolo Martinenghi on Sunday.Despite conceding his title by the narrowest of margins he congratulated the victor in the pool and reflected positively on his achievement.In an emotional interview with the BBC after the race, Peaty said: “It’s been a very long way back.“I gave my absolute all there, I executed it as well as I could and it’s...

Adam Peaty upbeat despite narrow defeat in 100m breaststroke final

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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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

Virginia State

Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

Bill Hayes portrayed Doug Williams on Days of Our Lives since 1970 and was beloved by fans. CNN reported that the 98-year-old entertainer passed away on January 12 of this year and was still acting.

Bill Hayes was completely blind in his last Days of Our Lives scene

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Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

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In a deeply distressing event that has left the community of Padana village in Lahore reeling, a 15-year-old boy named Arsalan sadly ended his life by leaping from a water tank. The tragic incident is believed to have happened following Arsalan's receipt of poor grades in his final exams, a critical juncture in the educational structure of Pakistan.

Tragedy Strikes: Teenager Commits Suicide Over Exam Results in Lahore

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Horoscope for Sunday, July 28th

Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

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In this week’s Astrology, Chiron and Mercury shift into their retrograde motion, plus there’s a New Moon in Leo. We have an interesting week full of planetary transits. In this week’s Astrology, Chiron has entered retrograde motion, allowing us to work on building healthy self-assurance. Mercury will also enter its inverse cycle, helping us reexamine where we lack self-expression and alignment in our lives. There’s a New Moon in Leo that should encourage us to take center stage in our lives. Venus is making the most transits over these next seven days, motivating us to see problematic patterns in our love life and finances.

This Week’s Horoscope Forecast For July 29th to August 4th, 2024

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, recently shared their furry friends who have been waiting the longest to find their forever homes. From a puppy who is housebroken and loves toys to a little five-year-old dog who is a great snuggle buddy and loves other dogs, each dog is unique but has one thing in common- they need a family who will love them. Get to know these five great dogs below, and don't forget to leave a comment to let me know which pup stole your heart!

Local Animal Rescue Shares Dogs Who've Been Looking For Love The Longest

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2024 Paris Olympics medal count for Team USA.
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What Medals Has US Won at 2024 Paris Olympics So Far?

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Get ready to meet an adorable little puppy with the cutest ears around. Brutus Summer is a 10-week-old Lab and Hound mix puppy. He was born in rescue shortly after his mom, who was abandoned in a hospital parking lot, was saved by Great Dog Rescue New England. He has since been growing up in rescue care, but with those good looks and great pup-personality, he is sure to find a furever home soon. So make sure you act fast if you don't want to miss him!

Meet Brutus Summer: A Pup With A Big Heart To Match His Bigger Ears

MATCH POINT: Lorenzo Musetti heads into the Umag final following victory over Jakub Mensik.

MATCH POINT: Lorenzo Musetti heads into the Umag final following victory over Jakub Mensik

Gainesville, FL

FanSided

Former Florida Gator and swimming sensation Caeleb Dressel secured the first gold medal for the United States at the Paris Olympics by anchoring the winning 4x100-meter freestyle relay team. The victory marked Dressel’s eighth Olympic gold, solidifying his status as a swimming legend. The American quartet, composed of Jack...

Former Florida Gator Caeleb Dressel gets the first gold medal for USA at Olympics

MATCH POINT: Francisco Cerundolo upsets Andrey Rublev in Umag semifinal.

MATCH POINT: Francisco Cerundolo upsets Andrey Rublev in Umag semifinal

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Top 5 amazing Andy Murray stats, No. 1: Winning two Olympic gold medals in singles

On Tuesday, Andy Murray announced that the Paris Olympics would be the final tennis tournament of his career, and to celebrate his legacy we’ve been counting...

Top 5 amazing Andy Murray stats, No. 1: Winning two Olympic gold medals in singles

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