PARIS -- Three days after the men’s triathlon at the Paris Olympics, the Swiss team said Saturday one of its athletes has a stomach infection and will not compete in the mixed relay event. It was “impossible to say” if Adrien Briffod’s gastrointestinal infection is linked to water quality...

Sick triathlete after Olympics race pushes Switzerland to change team for mixed relay

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Remco Evenepoel became the first rider to sweep the Olympic road race and time trial on Saturday at the Paris Games.

Belgium's Remco Evenepoel sweeps Olympic road race, time trial

American gymnast Simone Biles wins her third Olympic gold of the Paris Games by taking the vault title in emphatic fashion.

Biles wins vault for her third gold of Olympics

The scheduled swim familiarisation for Monday's mixed team triathlon is cancelled for the second day in a row at Paris 2024.

Team triathlon practice swim in Seine cancelled

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

Four people have been arrested after what is believed to be monkey dust was uncovered during raids. Three females and one male remain in custody after West Mercia Police carried out two raids on properties in Telford. Officers targeted properties in Ketley Park Road, Ketley and Wilkinson Close, Snedshill, where...

Four arrested in raids targeting monkey dust

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Team USA has been struggling to dominate the Paris Olympics, with a slow start on day three. After claiming two gold medals and seven overall on Sunday, the US failed to capture any gold medals on Monday, dropping them down in the standings. Team USA captured six bronze medals and two silver medals - eight overall, but no golds.

Team USA fails to win a single gold medal on day three at Paris Olympics.

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The 27-year-old Michigan native overcame a near-fall to capture America's second Olympic 10,000 meters medal in 56 years.

American Escapes Disaster to Win Medal in Most Unlikely Olympic Event

Philippa Swatton had to shelter inside a restaurant when rioters stormed the venue.

Diner describes panic as protesters storm restaurant

The crash, involving a motorbike and a car, happened on Ersham Road, Hailsham, on Friday afternoon.

Motorcyclist, 20, dies in collision

Essex Police say they want to speak to any residents who may have information.

Dogs to be destroyed after fatal attack on owner

The onager foal has been running off energy while enjoying his new habitat, zookeepers said.

Zoo hails birth of 'one of world's rarest animals'

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Foodie in Chicago

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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Sharren Bridges said a "multi-agency, systematic failure" contributed to Jen's death.

Mum calls for change after daughter's suicide

Two women were also injured in the collision involving two cars and a tanker on Lewis.

Girl flown to hospital after three-vehicle crash

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Cheryl E Preston

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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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

Data from Southampton's port health authority shows the total number affected on board the Ventura.

Cruise norovirus outbreak saw 519 cases at peak

Nazim Asmal lured his victims into his car before driving to remote locations and assaulting them, police say.

'Abhorrent' rapist who posed as taxi driver jailed

Detectives investigating the fatal stabbing of a bus driver who was on his way home from work in east London have released details of a man they urgently want to speak to. The Metropolitan Police said Kamar Williams, 33, is from the Isle of Dogs and if spotted, members of the public "should not approach him" but call 999 immediately.

Police hunt man after bus driver fatally stabbed

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Belgium out of triathlon relay as athlete falls ill

Belgium pull out of the team triathlon event after one of their athletes falls...

Belgium out of triathlon relay as athlete falls ill

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