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PARIS (Reuters) - A vocal French crowd raucously cheering on local hero Estelle Mossely could not dampen the spirit of fiery American Jajaira Gonzalez, who said she had a great time in her opening win over the Rio Olympics gold medallist at the Paris Games.

Olympics-Boxing-America's Gonzalez relishes battle with hostile French crowd on Games debut

Canada's defense of its Olympic gold medal in women's soccer was seconds away from ending until defender Vanessa Gilles scored a dramatic winner in the 12th minute of stoppage time to defeat host nation France 2-1 and keep the team's chances of reaching the knockout stage alive. The scandal-hit Olympic...

'We're not cheaters': Defiant Canada stays alive with dramatic Olympic win

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'Bob the Cap Catcher' Stole the Show During Olympic Swimming Event

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

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

Huske finally medals with a photo finish over Walsh.

Swimmer Torri Huske Gave Emotional Quote After Edging Out Gretchen Walsh for Gold

Russian athletes can compete independently.

Why Was Russia Banned From the Olympics?

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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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Iraqi judoka Sajjad Sehen was provisionally suspended for testing positive for anabolic steroids, just before the Paris 2024 Olympics leaving the country without a competitor in the category

Olympian kicked out of Paris Games for doping test before Opening Ceremony

The U.S. player was banned for a drug-test violation and had to qualify for Paris through two trials, but the reason for his suspension will surprise you.

A Missing Country Code on a Form Cost Kanak Jha 17 Months of His Career. Now, He’s Back at the Olympics

LCM (50 meters) Olympic champion Lukas Märtens could care less about the critique that the men’s 400 freestyle final was slow. “A lot of people expected the record to fall — I don’t give a shit, I am on top now,” said the newly-crowned Olympic champion.

Paris 2024, Euro Recap: Märtens Doesn’t “Give A Shit” About 400 Free WR Record As He Wins Gold

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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

Italian high jumper Gianmarco Tamberi has issued a grovelling apology to his wife after losing his wedding ring during the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics. The 32-year-old world champion was flag-waving for Italy, as the boat carrying its athletes sailed down the River Seine, when the ring slipped off his finger.

Olympian sorry to wife for losing wedding ring in Seine

The 22-year-old is one of France's big hopes for gold as he takes on the twin challenge of the 200 metres and 400m medley -- and potentially both 200m butterfly and breaststroke. There will be no shortage of support for a young man who used to cycle the few hundred...

Leon Marchand: the 'shrimp' who became the great French Olympic hope

The superstar won acclaim around the world for her rendition of "Hymne à l'amour."

Celine Dion Concludes Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony With Breathtaking Performance

LCM (50 meters) South Africa’s Pieter Coetze safely qualified for the semifinals of the 100 back this morning, one-upping his performance from the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, where he finished 24th in a time of 54.05. After a strong swim of 52.90 in the prelims, Coetze was the second fastest qualifier and occupied lane 4 in the first semifinal.

Paris 2024, Africa Recap: Day 2 – Pieter Coetze Crushes Own African Record in 100 Back

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

The 2024 Summer Olympics have arrived. The Opening Ceremony on Thursday was jam-packed with star power. Performances from Lady Gaga and Celine Dion stole the sh

Beyoncé Has Team USA Fans Fired Up With Olympic Hype Video

The GOAT, Simone Biles, was back in action at the Olympics on Sunday as she kicked off her Paris Games in style by looking like her dominant self in Sunday's qu

Simone Biles’s Funny Way of Dealing With Injury at Paris Games Was Loved by Fans

One is an imposing, athletic 6-footer, the other is a double-jointed sprinter with “uncanny flexibility.” Their personalities differ. But both are ready for the spotlight in Paris.

Sisters Alex and Gretchen Walsh Push Each Other as Both Go for Olympic Gold

Breaking down the meaning of one important acronym for this year's Games.

What Does AIN Mean in the 2024 Paris Olympics?

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Léon Marchand Captured the 400 IM Olympic Gold and the Hearts of the French People

The biggest star of the Paris Games took down Michael Phelps’ Olympic record in the most difficult event, putting his uncanny physical gifts and work ethic...

Léon Marchand Captured the 400 IM Olympic Gold and the Hearts of the French People

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