Columbus, OH

Phoenix, AZ

From being an instant superstar for the Phoenix Mercury since she was drafted to being detained in Russia for almost a year, Team USA center Brittney Griner is back to focusing on basketball and representing her country at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Thank you for reading this post, don't forget...

Brittney Griner made Olympic history in victory over Germany, became 9th Team USA player to score 200 points

USA TODAY

The knockout round is underway as the U.S. women's national basketball team goes for its eighth-straight gold medal.

USA women's basketball roster, schedule for Paris Olympics: Team goes for 8th-straight gold

The USA men's basketball team had no trouble with Brazil in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Paris Olympics on Tuesday. The Americans trounced Brazil, 122-87, to advance to the semifinals, where they will face Serbia on Thursday. Every single Team USA player scored in the 35-point win to start the knockout stage, and Devin Booker had a team-high 18 points.

USA Basketball vs. Brazil score: Team USA cruises to Paris Olympics semis as every player scores in blowout

Lakers Daily

LeBron James helped Team USA into the semifinals of the men’s basketball competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics, but it came with a price as the Los Angeles Lakers superstar needed four stitches after being hit near his left eye in the quarterfinal victory against Brazil on Tuesday. James...

The latest on LeBron James after getting elbowed in the face during Team USA matchup vs. Brazil

After a slow start, Team USA managed to dominate their third straight game of group play and defeat Germany by a final score of 87-68. Thanks to Jackie Young – who came off the bench again in this contest but contributed 27 minutes on the floor overall – Team USA left with a huge win and even greater point differential as they enter the quarterfinals in this year’s Olympics.

Team USA Defeats Germany, Goes 3-0 In Group Play

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

South Carolina State

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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

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Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

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 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

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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Missouri State

CJ Coombs

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) helps to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 174 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Since January 1, 2024, there was a total of 1,445 reported missing in the country.

Missing Missouri children as of July 17, 2024, according to the NCMEC

Denver, CO

David Heitz

More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

Herbie J Pilato

It's been five years since the tragic death of acclaimed actor René Auberjonois at 79 from metastatic lung cancer in 2009. René Auberjonois was known for several heralded television performances on shows such as Benson, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and Boston Legal.

The Tragic Death of TV's Beloved 'Star Trek' and 'Benson' Actor René Auberjonois: Five Years Later

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Disclaimer: This content was written by Devra Lee for general informational and entertainment purposes only. This service is to provide astrological information that has been researched, recorded, and observed by the author.

Horoscope of the Day, Wednesday, August 7th

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Wyoming State

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To increase the genetic diversity of an island population of grizzly bears , Wyoming and Montana wildlife managers recently worked together to import fresh bloodlines into the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Two Montana grizzly bears trucked to Wyoming to bolster genetic diversity, help states’ delisting case

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

With hot temperatures and most of the state under drought conditions as August gets under way, three wildfires are burning across Wyoming. The Pleasant Valley, Leeds Creek and Clearwater fires are burning more than 30,000 acres.

Three wildfires burning 30K acres in Wyoming as hot, dry conditions persist

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., recently introduced Egypt, a remarkable 4 to 5-year-old, 50-pound dog who is filled with love and is searching for her forever family! With a glowing description, Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, explains, "Egypt is a very happy, affectionate and loving girl once she warms up to the people she loves."

Meet The Happy & Affectionate Dog Looking For Love

The women’s basketball quarterfinals at the 2024 Paris Olympics will begin this Wednesday, Aug. 7, when Serbia (Group A) takes on Australia (Group C) at 5:00 a.m. ET. Shortly thereafter, Spain (Group A) will play Belgium (Group C) at 8:30 a.m. ET. Both quarterfinal games will be streamed live via NBC Peacock.

2024 Olympic Games: Can an exciting young Belgian team defeat Spain in the 5x5 quarterfinals?

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Jamal Murray struggled again and Canada fell against France on Tuesday in the quarterfinals

Canada men's basketball falls short of medal, potential Team USA matchup at 2024 Paris Olympics: 'It hurts us'

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2024 Olympic Games: Nigeria’s Ezinne Kalu headlines 5x5 group stage standouts

The women’s 5x5 basketball group stage has concluded, and as teams make the trip to Paris from Lille, a hierarchy of players is being cast. Like...

2024 Olympic Games: Nigeria’s Ezinne Kalu headlines 5x5 group stage standouts

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