VERSAILLES, France -- Equestrian riders at the Paris Olympics say they were shocked by a recent video showing three-time gold medalist Charlotte Dujardin of Britain repeatedly whipping a horse during training, a scandal that has thrust the issue of animal welfare and abuse into the spotlight. American rider Boyd Martin,...

Equestrian riders at Paris Olympics 'horrified' by video of Dujardin whipping a horse

The US Sun

AS athletes compete for a spot on the podium in Paris this summer some who win will return home with more than just a gold medal. While the Olympics rewards its winners with immense glory and a place in sporting history it traditionally lacks the flashy giant checks that other competitions offer.

Paris 2024 Olympics prize money: How much do gold medallists get?

The boxing draws are set for all 13 of the sport's contested events at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Initial bouts see hungry pugilists from 68 nations trading fisticuffs until the field is halved -- but not every weight class starts with the same number of challengers, nor will all competitors hit the mat this weekend.

Full guide to boxing at the 2024 Paris Olympics

VERSAILLES, France -- The Palace of Versailles offers equestrian sports one of the most attractive venues of the Paris Olympics. On Sunday, riders and horses got a memorable gallop around the sumptuous-looking gardens where the team and individual eventing competition was taking place. Under a bright sun, about 40,000 fans...

Olympic riders get a memorable gallop in the sumptuous-looking Versailles Palace gardens

PARIS -- Ukrainian tennis player Anhelina Kalinina withdrew from the Paris Games because she caught a cold following rainy weather in France's capital, her country's Olympic committee said. “Unfortunately, we spent a long time on the courts yesterday waiting for the competition to start,” Kalinina said Sunday in a statement...

Ukrainian tennis player withdraws from the Paris Olympics after catching a cold

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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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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

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

A family in Texas has welcomed home all four of their rare identical quadruplets after the infants spent over three months in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The sisters -- named Hannah Grace, Lucy Marie, Rebecca Claire and Petra Anne -- were born on May 1, after their mom, Mercedes Sandhu, delivered them at 29 weeks and three days.

Identical quadruplet sisters meet their brothers for the 1st time

Kristin Cavallari is opening up about dating a younger man. The former reality star, 37, who appeared on "Laguna Beach" and "The Hills," is currently dating TikToker Mark Estes, 24. The couple went Instagram official in February, and she has shared moments from their relationship on social media ever since.

Kristin Cavallari says dating a younger man isn't for 'anything other than just pure happiness'

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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

In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

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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?

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Horoscope for Sunday, July 28th

The Independent

Laura Collett put a “devastating” week for the British equestrian team well behind her as she posted a new Olympic record in the eventing dressage phase at the Chateau de Versailles.Team GB’s run-in to the opening day of competition had been overshadowed by the publication of a video of dressage star Charlotte Dujardin repeatedly hitting a student’s horse with a whip from the ground during a coaching session four years ago.Dujardin subsequently withdrew from Paris on Tuesday and was issued with a six-month ban by equestrian’s governing body pending an investigation.It's been devastating news the last week, but we're here...

Olympic record for Laura Collett as equestrian team move on from Dujardin storm

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Baseball and softball are Olympic sports again.
After being taken off the official program after 2008, both sports made a comeback for the 2021 Summer Olympics — played in 2021 thanks to a global pandemic. That marked the first time in 13 years anyone was awarded gold medals for their dominance on the diamond.
However, you won’t see either sport in Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics. The short answer why? The Paris organizers didn’t want it.
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The 2024 Paris Olympics organizing committee didn’t include baseball or softball
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is ultimately responsible for staging the games and...

Why aren’t baseball or softball at the 2024 Paris Olympics?

VILLENEUVE-D'ASCQ, France -- South Sudan's Olympic debut in men's basketball started with a glitch. But it didn't prevent the team from making history, posting the country’s first Olympic victory — a 90-79 win over Puerto Rico on Sunday. Prior to tipoff, the wrong national anthem was played for...

Anthem glitch disrupts but doesn't spoil South Sudan's Olympic debut in men's basketball

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Dianna Carney

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

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Colleton County, SC

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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

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Equestrian star Charlotte Dujardin will not compete at the 2024 Olympics after a viral video of her making an "error of judgment" emerges.

Why is equestrian star Charlotte Dujardin not competing in the 2024 Olympics?

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PLAYLIST: A musical guide to each Paris Olympics sport, from archery to wrestling

From the operatic opening ceremony to athletes' warmup songs, music is intrinsic to the Paris Olympics now underway. Athletes from around the world are competing in...

PLAYLIST: A musical guide to each Paris Olympics sport, from archery to wrestling

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