Convicted rapist Steven van de Valde will appear at the Paris 2024 Olympics on Sunday representing the Netherlands in beach volleyball.

Convicted rapist Van de Velde to compete at Olympics on Sunday

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PARIS (Reuters) -There were boos, and mixed feelings amongst the crowd, as Netherlands beach volleyball player Steven van de Velde, a convicted rapist, made his Paris 2024 debut for a game in bright sunshine at the feet of the Eiffel tower on Sunday.

Olympics-Convicted Dutch rapist booed on Olympics beach volleyball debut

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Samoa boxing coach Lionel Elika Fatupaito died Friday at the Olympic Village in Paris, with the IOC saying his death was from natural causes.

Samoan boxing coach dies during Paris Olympic Games

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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

The Reform UK leader was showered in drink while launching his general election campaign last month.

Woman denies assault after Farage milkshake attack

Police are investigating a "sickening, heartless assault" on a horse, which was found dead and mutilated in a field. Nottinghamshire Police said Alfie, a 16-year-old traditional tri-coloured cob, was found at a property off Owday Lane, Carlton-in-Lindrick, Worksop, at about 10:30 BST on Thursday. Alfie was last seen fit and...

Horse killed and mutilated in 'cruel' attack

Up to 115 jobs are at risk under plans to close a McCain Foods factory in Lincolnshire. The manufacturer said it had launched a consultation into the future of the plant near Grantham. McCain is proposing to end production of a brand of microwave chips called Fries To Go, which...

Chips factory closure plan puts 115 jobs at risk

A man who sexually abused two girls before fleeing the country to evade capture has been jailed for 24 years. Altaf Khalifa was found guilty of 11 offences, including two counts of rape, and sentenced at Leicester Crown Court on Thursday. Leicestershire Police said the 42-year-old went on the run...

Child rapist jailed after international manhunt

The pair spotted victims outside fast food restaurant and invited them to house party in Harehills.

Two men jailed after raping women at house party

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A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after the death of an 82-year-old man in Doncaster. Emergency services were called to Mexborough just after 07:30 BST on Thursday, following reports a body had been found in the River Don. Ambulance crews attended and the man was pronounced dead...

Murder arrests after body found in river

A search for a boy who fell off the Cliffs of Moher has been called off after a body was found.

Body found in search for boy who fell from cliffs

Two boys were reportedly attacked by a group of eight to 15 teenagers.

Boy severely injured in group attack

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In January 1811, Charles Deslondes, a slave living on a plantation in the German Coast Region of the Louisiana Territory led a small army of slaves in an uprising. Marching in military formation toward New Orleans, the army killed at least two people and burned plantation buildings and fields. Louisiana Militia ended the rebellion, which ultimately led to the brutal deaths and treatment of participants in the uprising and the tightening of Slave Codes.

Slaves Brutally Mutilated After Uprising on Louisiana’s German Coast

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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

Police say the man pictured may have vital information in connection with the attack in Ascot.

CCTV images released in footpath rape investigation

Witnesses tell police five men attacked the boy before fleeing in a car.

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Seonaid McIntosh could be forgiven for thinking the Olympic gods are conspiring against her in Paris.The Scot failed to progress beyond the opening round in the 10m individual competition in Chateauroux on Sunday morning - and a rifle malfunction in the warm-up did little to help her cause.Her coach - her father Donald - arrived armed with a tool box to fix the gun with just minutes until the competition started.The issue is understood to have been related to the gun’s barrel, which was completely replaced.While her rivals started the competition, McIntosh was a delayed entry allowed additional time for...

Rifle drama as McIntosh fails to make final

A husband, wife and their daughter who performed together in American gospel group The Nelons have been killed in a plane crash along with four other people. Jason and Kelly Nelon Clark died alongside Amber Nelon Kistler on Friday when their aircraft came down over Wyoming on its way to a performance.

Three members of family gospel group die in plane crash

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Convicted rapist Van de Velde booed on Olympic debut

Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde is booed as he makes his Olympic beach volleyball debut to a mixed reaction in...

Convicted rapist Van de Velde booed on Olympic debut

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