Paris is back in the spotlight this evening as the city hosts the opening ceremony of the Paralympics Games. Fresh off the heels of a blockbuster fortnight of Olympic action, the Paralympic athletes now take centre stage as they compete for medals, records and glory in front of huge crowds watching on around the globe.

Paralympics 2024 opening ceremony LIVE: Paris prepares for start of Games with athletes parade

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"They get more than us, Why nobody told me about this?". If you're looking for a tasty option that won't break the bank, a Chick-fil-A's kids' meal might be just what you're after. It seems like a great deal. In fact, some people argue it's a better deal than a regular adult meal. This TikToker took the audience through the ins and outs of this meal.

Chick-fil-A customer says they’ll never order a full meal again after seeing kids’ meal

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Although I've loved traveling to many of the major cities in the US, I'm not in a rush to return to Miami, Los Angeles, Boston, or Phoenix.

After traveling to all 50 US states, these are the 6 major cities I have no plans to return to

A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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 Emily in Paris has returned after a two-year wait, and as Netflix’s rom-com says bonjour to its fourth series of chic cliches, Parisian wanderlust is at its peak.In the hit series, actor Lily Collins stars as marketing executive Emily Cooper as she leaves Chicago for the City of Love and lights to live an influencer life.Love interests and soirees are scattered between famous landmarks, such as the Arc de Triomphe, Nôtre Dame and Jardin du Luxembourg, with many a tres bien Eiffel Tower backdrop seen on screen.There are amorous arrondissements, sultry suburbs and cameras rolling in glamorous French regions,...

Where is Emily in Paris filmed? How to visit every instagrammable location from each season

Japan has issued evacuation orders for nearly a million people in the path of Typhoon Shanshan, as it braces for what officials say could be one of the strongest storms to ever hit the region. Factories have been shuttered and some transport operators cancelled services for the coming days as...

Japan Typhoon Shanshan live updates: 800,000 people evacuated as region braces for one of biggest ever storms

A new mobile phone inspired by Barbie and designed to offer users a digital detox has been launched by phone maker Human Mobile Devices (HMD). The HMD Barbie Phone has gone on sale for £99, offering support for calls and texts, but no social media access, and comes with digital wellbeing tips and replaceable covers, as well as a basic camera.

Retro Barbie Phone to support ‘digital detox’ goes on sale

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The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

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Maria Shimizu Christensen

Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

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Some zodiac signs have many misfortunes while others excel in all sectors. Venus is in Libra on August 29 and will transform the three luckiest zodiac signs’ lives. Their friendships and relationships will grow on Thursday. Libra’s transition will inspire them to have a good attitude in each move they make. Could you be among these lucky signs?

3 Luckiest Zodiac Signs On August 29, 2024

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A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

Switzerland's Zermatt is a global mountaineering staple: The small alpine town sits in the shadow of the Matterhorn, perhaps the most iconic mountain in the world outside of Mount Everest. But making a trip to Switzerland a reality can be a tall order, and some seasoned travelers even consider Geneva, its most famous city, to be overrated and not worth the visit.

This Underrated Japanese Destination Is Like Switzerland's Iconic Zermatt Without Crowds

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While iconic destinations like Paris, Rome, and Barcelona often steal the spotlight, Europe boasts a plethora of captivating yet lesser-known urban treasures waiting to be discovered. From charming medieval towns tucked away in the heart of the continent to vibrant coastal cities along the Adriatic Sea, this article will take you on a journey through Europe's hidden jewels, offering a fresh perspective on where your next adventure should lead you.

12 of the Most Underrated Cities in Europe to Add to Your Bucket List

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Have you wondered where the most beautiful places on earth are? This article features a handful of them. Enjoy!. The world is a treasure trove of breathtaking landscapes and awe-inspiring sights. For an adventurer, you’ll run out of years trying to explore the many awesome places on our planet. Some of these places exist by nature, others were envisioned through masterpiece engineering. These destinations will make you marvel, regardless of how they were established. Here are some of the most beautiful places on earth that you simply must visit. It promises to be a joyride.

The 5 Most Absolutely Beautiful Places on Earth

Apple is preparing to launch what will be the first iPhone to lean explicitly into artificial intelligence. The company announced an event, scheduled for 9 September, during which it is rumoured to be launching the iPhone 16 alongside new Watches and AirPods. Other devices, such as an updated iPad Mini, may also be shown off in the live-streamed event.

iPhone 16 event: Apple prepares to launch its AI-first phone

If you want to plan a relaxing beach vacation but don't know if you can afford it, consider a trip to Dominica. Lush forests blanket the hot, mountainous island, accompanied by the songs of tropical birds. Whether you long to see Boiling Lake, the second largest hot spring in the world, or try a bowl of callaloo, Dominica makes a beautiful and affordable choice for a Caribbean getaway.

Head To This Caribbean Island For A Tropical Vacation That Won't Break The Bank

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When I learned the brown tarantula is also native to Missouri, I gasped, and when I say I'm not too fond of spiders of any genus is an understatement. It's psychological. They have too many legs.

It's mating season for the Texas brown tarantula also known as the Missouri tarantula

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The MTV Video Music Awards are back and celebrating their 40th anniversary this year. Rapper Megan Thee Stallion is set to host the awards from the UBS Arena on New York’s Long Island. It marks the “WAP” star’s first time hosting an award show, though she has guest-hosted Saturday...

2024 VMAs: Everything to know from who’s hosting to how to vote

 If you’ve ever watched 2016’s Bad Moms, starring Mila Kunis, you may remember a certain scene in a supermarket.Set to Icona Pop’s ‘I don’t care … I love it’, it shows three over-worked, under-appreciated mothers storming the aisles of a supermarket being, in turns, suggestive, raucous, aggressive and frankly terrifying. At the checkout, one of them fondles an oversized saucisson in the face of a male cashier.There were no such antics on a recent girls’ – indeed, ‘moms’ –  trip to Moliets-et-Maa, located about an hour north of Biarritz. In the supermarket we were all too busy stocking up...

This uncrowded corner of France proved the perfect holiday destination for a much-needed mums-only trip

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I Took My Family of 3 on a Weeklong Vacation to Mexico City for Less Than $3,000 — Including Flights and an Overnight at a Cliffside Hot Springs Resort

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How to watch Paralympics opening ceremony on TV tonight

The Paralympics will officially get underway with a spectacular opening ceremony kicking off Paris 2024. Like the Olympics earlier in the summer, the curtain-raising event will...

How to watch Paralympics opening ceremony on TV tonight

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