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Team GB’s Matt Hudson-Smith was denied Olympic gold in Paris in a thrilling men’s 400m final

GB’s Matt Hudson-Smith denied Olympic gold in men’s 400m thriller

The Independent

Great Britain’s hopes of gold in the men’s team pursuit at Paris 2024 slipped away in dramatic fashion on the last lap of the final as Ethan Hayter lost control of his bike and narrowly avoided a crash.The 1,000th medal in Team GB’s Olympic history was a silver one after Hayter slipped forward trying to power out of a corner, finishing the race legs askew, sat on his top tube as Australia took their first title in this prestigious event since Athens in 2004.Britain’s 1,001st medal arrived a little under an hour later as the women’s team pursuit delivered bronze,...

Team GB’s Olympic gold hopes dashed after dramatic last lap in men’s team pursuit

Cricket On SI

By Ian Omoro Cricket South Africa has named Imraan Khan, a 2009 Test cap winner and the Dolphins' coach for the past five years, as the team's new batting leade

Imraan Khan Appointed As The New Head Of Batting At Cricket South Africa

By Priscilla Rotich This year’s July 2024 ICC Women's Player of the Month award nominees are India's openers, Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma, and Sri Lanka's

ICC Women’s Player Of The Month Award: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma Make It to The Nominees List

Our football predictions expert shares his top three bets and forecasts for USA vs Germany. Our football predictions expert shares his top three bets and forecasts for USA vs Germany, ahead of the first women’s semi-final, on Tuesday 6 August. USA vs Germany Prediction: Bets, Context, and Lineups. Best...

USA vs Germany Olympics Predictions: Hayes’ side to reach the final

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In the 1960s and 1970s, comedian Totie Fields was one of the most popular and first female comedians. Unfortunately, her mix of diabetes and plastic surgery led to her untimely and tragic death at only 48 years old. This is her story.

A Look Back at the Troubled Life of Comedian Totie Fields: Five Decades After Her Tragic Death

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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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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

Athlon Sports

Noah Lyles finished second in the Olympics' 200-meter semifinal on Wednesday, marking his first loss in the said distance in three years. Before the haters criticize the U.S. sprinter, though, his fans quickly came to his defense. The 200m race is largely considered Lyles' stronger event, ...

U.S. Sprinter Noah Lyles Has Fans Saying The Same Thing After Finishing Second In 200M Race

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

By Mohamed Bahaa Former England cricket captain Andrew Flintoff has spoken about his psychological and emotional struggles following a major accident in Decembe

Andrew Flintoff shares heart-wrenching details of his recovery from the devastating Top Gear crash

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?

Los Angeles County, CA

[Note: The quotes and commentary that appear in this article are from an interview the author conducted with David White in 1989.]. Actor David White, who died in 1991, found great success for his best-known and likable performance as the devious advertising executive Larry Tate on the classic TV sitcom,Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972).

'Bewitched' Actor David White Forever Mourned the Tragic Pan Am/Lockerbie Death of His Son

Morristown, NJ

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NEWARK, N.J. – Sixteen individuals have been charged in connection with a widespread "grandparent scam" that defrauded elderly Americans out of millions of dollars. The charges were announced by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

16 Charged in Nationwide 'Grandparent Scam'; Millions Stolen

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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

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

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

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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

Team Ireland showjumpers Shane Sweetnam and Daniel Coyle both produce superb clear rounds to reach the individual final at the Olympics.

Ireland's Coyle & Sweetnam into showjumping final

Declutterbuzz

More and more people are warming up to the idea that decluttering your physical possessions goes hand-in-hand with decluttering your mind aka mental clutter. The following is how a clear mind will help your decluttering goal.

How A Clear Mind Will Benefit Your Decluttering Goal

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US Cricket Squad Announced for Inaugural World Cup League 2 ODI Series

By Priscilla Jepchumba The USAC Men’s Senior National Selection Panel has assembled a 15-player squad to participate in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup (CWC)...

US Cricket Squad Announced for Inaugural World Cup League 2 ODI Series

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