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PARIS (Reuters) -Reigning champions Canada got a lifeline at the Paris Games following a 2-1 last-gasp win over hosts France, while Spain and the United States claimed wins to reach the quarter-finals on the second matchday of Olympic women's football on Sunday.

Olympics-Soccer-Underfire Canada stun France with dramatic 2-1 win; US, Spain advance to quarter-finals

The USA men’s basketball team is set for another challenge at the Paris Olympics after comfortably overcoming the Serbian threat in their opening encounter. Team USA will now face South Sudan in their Group C clash on Wednesday, July 31, at Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Lille, France. Both teams...

Basketball Olympics 2024: Team USA Vs. South Sudan Start Timings In USA, Canada, UK And Other Countries

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Germany defeated Team USA in 3x3 basketball at the Olympics in Paris

USA Falls to Germany in Olympics 3x3 Basketball

Hosts France will play Argentina in the Olympic men's football quarter-finals after progressing to the last eight by beating New Zealand to top Group A. Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta got the opening goal for a dominant France who registered an impressive 34 shots to New Zealand's nine. Mateta gave...

France to play Argentina in Olympic quarter-finals

PARIS (Reuters) - Christa Deguchi won the women's under 57kg gold to hand Canada its first ever Olympic judo title on Monday before Hidayat Heydarov of Azerbaijan disappointed a partisan crowd by triumphing in the men's under 73kg final at the Paris Games.

Olympics-Judo-Canada's Deguchi and Heydarov of Azerbaijan win gold

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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

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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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

Italy beat France in a sudden-death contest to win women's epee team gold at the Grand Palais.The world number ones claimed a 30-29 victory over the host nation, despite the French taking an early 19-15 lead.Poland took the bronze medal by beating China 32-31.

Italy beat France to win women's epee team gold

MARSEILLE, France -- Coach Emma Hayes tempered expectations as the United States cruised to a 4-1 win over Germany on Sunday night for a spot in the quarterfinals at the Paris Olympics. Sophia Smith had a pair of goals for the Americans, who have won their opening two matches in...

US women beat Germany 4-1 at Olympics and Canada tops France 2-1 amid drone-spying scandal

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Kearny- The mercury hit triple digits. The gym had no air conditioning. Regardless, not a player, official nor coach (certainly not a writer) complained. After it this was summer basketball. And, as the coaching axion reads’ championships are won in summer not winter.’. Kearny High School is host for...

High Schools: Kearny Summer League

Germany pulled off a significant upset with an 83-69 victory over Belgium in Olympic basketball Group C, led by Satou Sabally's 17 points. Sabally's accurate 3-point shooting and contributions from teammates like Leonie Fiebich propelled Germany to success. Satou Sabally scored 17 points for Germany. Germany shot 8-for-16 from beyond...

Germany shocks Belgium in Olympic basketball showdown with standout performances

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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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Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

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Chicago, IL

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MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

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The U.S. men’s basketball team’s gold medal defense tipped off in earnest Sunday at the Paris Olympics, with a 110-84 win against Serbia to open group play. Kevin Durant led the way for USA, scoring 23 points on 8-of-9 shooting. Durant, who missed all of exhibition play leading up to Paris, looked dominant coming off the bench. LeBron James, playing in the Olympics for the first time since 2012, recorded 21 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists, picking up where he left off in London 12 years ago.

USA men's basketball begins gold medal defense with dominant win over Serbia

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The United States women’s national rugby sevens team achieved history on Tuesday at the 2024 Paris Olympics. On an absolutely breathtaking cross-field run to a try for Team USA’s Alex Sedrick, the United States earned the bronze medal in women’s rugby sevens over Australia, the first time the team has ever medaled at the Olympic Games.

Team USA earned its 1st-ever Olympic medal for women’s rugby sevens with an incredible last-second game winner

NPR is in Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics. For more of our coverage from the games head to our latest updates. SAINT-DENIS, France — The U.S. women are bringing home the country’s first medal in rugby sevens. In a dramatic finish, the U.S. defeated Australia, 14-12 to...

The U.S. women’s rugby sevens team achieves a first — an Olympic medal

PARIS (Diya TV) – The U.S. men’s basketball team kicked off their quest for gold at the Paris Olympics with a 110-84 win over Serbia. Kevin Durant, who made a strong return after missing exhibition play, led the team with 23 points on 8-of-9 shooting. Back in Olympic action for the first time since 2012, LeBron James added 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 9 assists.

2024 Paris Olympics: Team USA Begins Olympic Journey with Dominant 110-84 Win Over Serbia

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.

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2024 Olympic Games: United States begins 3x3 gold medal defense against Germany

3x3 basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympics tips off this Tuesday, July 30. Four games are on the schedule for the day, including a matchup between...

2024 Olympic Games: United States begins 3x3 gold medal defense against Germany

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