Hannah Scott helped Team GB take victory in the women's quadruple sculls, becoming the third athlete from Northern Ireland to win a gold medal in the space of 24 hours at the Paris Olympics.

Scott wins dramatic Olympic quad sculls gold with Team GB

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Fresh off winning an Olympic medal, U.S. women’s gymnastics stars Simone Biles and Suni Lee are already planning their celebratory TikToks following their gold medal win in Paris. “Bahahahhaha Simone & Suni talking about which TikToks they want to make right after winning gold I’m dead,” said Big Ten broadcaster Emily Ehman on X, formerly […]
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Simone Biles, Suni Lee overheard planning victory TikToks after Team USA Olympic gold

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Team USA men’s gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik took the 2024 Paris Olympics spotlight on Monday, as his pommel horse routine sparked a bronze medal for him and his teammates. Nedoroscik took to social media right with a very understandable reaction after he and his fellow Team USA men’s gymnasts medaled, America’s first men’s gymnastics win at the Olympics since 2008.

Team USA's Stephen Nedoroscik posted such a priceless reaction after dominating at the 2024 Paris Olympics

NANTERRE, France — When American swimmer Lilly King easily won a preliminary heat of the women's 100 meter breaststroke at the aquatic center here, she appeared ready to capture another Olympic gold medal in the event. "The last 35 meters were very hard," King said. "Whoever falls apart the...

The once-mighty U.S. swim team sinks in early Olympic races, winning only two gold

Illinois State

Illini legend Jordyn Poulter is back on Team USA, aiming for Olympic gold in the volleyball tournament that kicks off with a match against China on Monday morning in Paris. Poulter, 26, won a gold medal in Tokyo in 2020 (held in 2021). The Team USA schedule includes games against...

Illinois Volleyball Star Jordyn Poulter Competes for Gold at Paris Olympics

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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Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

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Horoscope of the Day, Wednesday, July 31st

New York City, NY

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

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

YEMI ALADE: (Singing) I dey para. My mind don dey worry for my cheddar. Yemi Alade is a Nigerian artist who grew up moving from place to place as her policeman father was assigned to different posts around the country. But her nickname speaks to a broader sense of belonging. She is known as Mama Africa.

On new album, Yemi Alade proves her nickname: 'Mama Africa'

Chicago, IL

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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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British rugby sevens player Amy Wilson-Hardy is reportedly being investigated by the British Olympic Association after appearing to make a racist comment in a WhatsApp message

Team GB star under scrutiny for alleged racist comment during Paris Olympics

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David Heitz

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

It was about 2 p.m. on a Thursday in May when Mitch Carroll pulled up to an apartment building with teal trim in Madison County, Ind. He was wearing jeans, a T-shirt and pristine white sneakers. But to the middle-aged woman who opened the door, it was obvious he was in law enforcement. He had a badge and a Glock 9 mm pistol at his waist.

He has a badge and a gun — and he investigates school truancy

Brandon, FL

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Hey taco lovers! Here's a heads-up about a recent hiccup at Romi's Tacos in Brandon, Florida. Known for its fresh, homemade Mexican eats and lively atmosphere, Romi's has been a go-to spot for those craving authentic flavors and good vibes.

Popular Florida Taco Joint Closed Again for dead millipedes, rodent droppings, and a live roach

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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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Ilona Maher is having her moment and getting her Olympics hardware. 

The U.S. women’s rugby sevens star helped the team to a stunning bronze win over Australia on Tuesday, the first time the squad had won a medal of any kind at the Olympics. 

Maher, who has become a social media sensation thanks to her Viral TikTok videos, has been integral for Team USA this Olympics, scoring in the first two contests of the 2024 Summer Games. 



“I wanted to be good at social media — and I do a lot of social media — but also be a very...

Meet Ilona Maher, viral US rugby star who led team to shocking Olympic bronze medal

Audio will be available later today. A lot of major news stories happened this week. We review some of them.

Looking back on July which was a profoundly busy month for news

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Meet Frederick Richard, the TikTok U.S. gymnast competing for (another) Olympic medal

PARIS — Long before Frederick Richard was an Olympian, or a TikTok star — before he had even been born — his mother knew he was...

Meet Frederick Richard, the TikTok U.S. gymnast competing for (another) Olympic medal

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