Columbus, OH

The US Sun

IMANE KHELIF roared “I’m a woman” after guaranteeing herself a medal at the Paris Olympics. The Algerian, 25, secured herself a medal by beating Hungary‘s Anna Luca Hamori in the 66kg quarter-finals. She won by unanimous decision on the judges’ scorecards, screaming in delight after doing so. Following the fight, Khelif wrapped herself in an […]

Gender row boxer Imane Khelif roars ‘I’m a woman’ before being ushered away by coaches after reaching Olympics 2024 semi

PARIS — As the Paris Olympics hit the midway point, China leads the gold medal tally by a sizable margin with thirteen first place finishes. France and Australia each have ten golds. The U.S., in fourth place, has just nine. That balance is likely to shift quickly as track...

Let's talk about China's whopping Olympic gold medal count

The Spun

A top Olympic pole vaulter lost his shot at a medal during his heat on Saturday.  Anthony Ammirati, a top French pole vaulter, went up perfectly fine but when he was coming down, the bar came with him because of his private area.  Ammirati wasn't able to clear 5.70 meters and thus didn't ...

Video: Olympic Pole Vaulter's Crotch Costs Him Shot At Medal

Georgia State

BroBible

Guram Tushishvili has been banished from the Olympics, effective immediately, after kicking out at his opponent’s crotch during the quarterfinal round of the men’s 100kg+ judo competition. The reigning silver medalist from Tokyo will not get a chance to compete for a bronze medal as a result. It was an ugly way to end a […]
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Georgian Athlete Immediately Banished From Paris Olympics After Controversial Kick To Crotch

USA TODAY

Scheffler had a Sunday for the ages, shooting 9-under in Round 4 to storm back and win the gold.

Tears of Gold: Scottie Scheffler breaks down during national anthem after Olympic golf win

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

PureWow

Here’s all the royal news you need to know for the week leading up to August 2, 2024, from a royal baby gender reveal to a new update from Meghan Markle about her kids.

Royal News Roundup: a New Royal Baby, a Royal Gender Reveal & an Update on Archie & Lilibet from Meghan Markle

New York City, NY

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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

Virginia State

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

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

The Olympics are a time for people to come together and respect one another, seeing which country can come out on top in certain sports. But, for some, the heat of the moment becomes too much and they let their anger and frustrations get the best of them. This is exactly what happened with the latest Olympic soccer match between Argentina and France, seeing the hosts narrowly make it to the next round of their home tournament.

Olympic Soccer Game Ends in Huge Fight

TheDailyBeast

An Italian swimmer who blamed a poor race on bad food and a lack of air conditioning in the Olympic Village has been caught taking a nap in a Paris park by a fellow athlete who posted it on social media.Backstroker Thomas Ceccon won a gold medal in his first race of the Paris Games and a bronze medal (and legion of female fans) in his second.But after failing to qualify for the final in his third event, the men’s 200m backstroke, he joined in a chorus of athlete complaints about conditions at the Olympic village, with inadequate food and...

Gold Medalist Who ‘Couldn't Sleep’ in Olympic Village Caught Napping in Paris Park

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

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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

Florida State

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Jacksonville Today

Republican Donald Trump has a 7-point lead over Democrat Kamala Harris among Florida voters, 49% to 42%, according to a new poll from the University of North Florida. Four percent are backing another candidate, and 6% are undecided or didn’t answer.

New Florida poll: Trump leads; support strong for abortion and recreational weed

The Current GA

Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

Sportsnaut

American Regan Smith is missing one thing on her impressive swimming resume that prevents her from being a household name

Latest Paris Olympics medal count: Where do the US and other countries stand heading into the weekend

The Lens

This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

GOLFER Scottie Scheffler has been overcome with emotion after securing Olympic gold for Team USA. The 28-year-old tied the course record at Le Golf National to take the title ahead of Great Britain’s Tommy Fleetwood. Scheffler began the final round four shots back from leader John Rahm. He proceeded to sink birdies at a stunning […]

Scottie Scheffler breaks down in tears on podium as US golfer secures gold medal months after arrest hell

The Mirror US

Xander Schauffele aimed a surprising dig at Rory McIlroy, accusing him of constantly changing his mind over how he views the divide between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf

Xander Schauffele issues thin-veiled dig at Rory McIlroy after Olympics comment

Chicago, IL

Mediaite

The co-chair of this year's National Association of Black Journalists convention has stepped down following the news that Donald Trump will attend.
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When Chase Jackson, a shot put thrower with Team USA, arrived in Paris for the Olympics and saw her uniforms, she felt heartbroken. Nothing was in her size. In an Instagram Story, she shared an image of her misty eyes and the reason behind her tears. “When you spend your...

Shot putter Chase Jackson's Olympics kit wasn’t in her size, sparking outrage. Here's what happened

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Scottie Scheffler’s back-nine 29 to earn a gold medal instantly puts him on a list of American Olympic legends

SAINT-QUENTIN-EN-YVELINES, France — Billy Mills from half-a-lap down in the 10,000 meters at the 1964 Olympics in Tokyo. Dave Wottle’s ridiculous sprint from dead last in...

Scottie Scheffler’s back-nine 29 to earn a gold medal instantly puts him on a list of American Olympic legends

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