PARIS (AP) — Track cyclist Caroline Groot of the Netherlands won the first gold medal of the Paralympic Games and Chinese Paralympians claimed four on the first day of competition Thursday. Groot won the final of the 500-meter time trial in women’s track cycling for the C4 and C5...

Track cyclist Caroline Groot wins Paralympic Games' first gold, Chinese athletes take 4 more

The Independent

 Schoolgirl Bly Twomey became Great Britain’s youngest Paralympic table tennis medallist by winning doubles bronze alongside Fliss Pickard.A resounding 3-0 quarter-final victory over Norwegian pair Nora Korneliussen and Jenny Helene Slettum guaranteed the 14-year-old a podium place in the WD14 classification event.Defeat to Chinese pair Wenjuan Huang and Yucheng Jin in the evening session prevented Twomey and 30-year-old Pickard, who both have cerebral palsy, progressing to the gold medal match.It's BRONZE for 14 year old Bly Twomey and Fliss Pickard in the Para table tennis women's doubles! #ParalympicsGB 🥉 pic.twitter.com/5O9LoBnKW8— ParalympicsGB (@ParalympicsGB) August 29, 2024“It felt amazing, the atmosphere...

Bly Twomey wins bronze to become Great Britain’s youngest table tennis medallist

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Never underestimate Kanya Sesser. This talented skateboarder, […]
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Skateboarder Born With “No Legs, No Limits” Smashes Guinness World Record

TIME

More than 4,000 athletes from 184 nations will gather in Paris on Wednesday for the Paralympic Games.

A Guide to the Paralympics: When and How to Watch

The US Sun

TEAM GB’s golden boy is chasing his third 100m gold at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, with his track star girlfriend cheering him on. Meet Sally Brown who sprinted her way from a small-town girl to one of Britain’s top track sensations — and captured the heart of Jonnie Peacock along the way. Who is Sally […]

Who is Jonnie Peacock’s girlfriend Sally Brown? Meet the Paralympic sprint runner’s partner

The Mirror US

Heavy rainfall saw Paralympic rowing events be suspended at the Paralympic Games with the action pushed back to the early Friday morning

Deluge of rain hits Paris with Paralympics event suspended due to thunderstorms

An unidentified tourist was captured on video climbing up the Via Ferrata to the Zugspitze wearing Birkenstock sandals. The video by German mountain guide Christian Hessing has gone viral on Facebook, with many commenters expressing their outrage at the reckless behavior of the tourist. Hessing is an experienced mountain guide and volunteer for the local mountain rescue. In his voice over, he sarcastically states, “It’s just awesome how people are climbing out there.”

[VIDEO] Footage of Tourist Climbing Germany’s Tallest Mountain in Birkenstocks Goes Viral

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Vision Pet Care

Ever wondered if your feline friend truly loves you? Cats, those enigmatic furballs, have a knack for hiding their affections in the most subtle ways. Let’s dive into the clandestine world of kitty love and uncover how your cat secretly shows its love for you.

How Your Cat Secretly Shows Its Love for You

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Everything you need to know about goalball, the unique sport which must be played in complete silence and has been part of the Paralympics for almost 50 years

What is goalball? Paralympics rules for unique game at Paris 2024

Plymouth, MA

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

A spectacular opening ceremony marked the start of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games as athletes paraded along the iconic Champs-Elysees to Place de la Concorde in glorious conditions. As with the Olympic Games, the Paralympics opening ceremony was held outside of a stadium for the first time in the French...

Spectacular opening ceremony ignites Paris Paralympics

Colorado State

Vail, CO

The Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame is pleased to welcome Lindsey Vonn back to Vail for this year’s Hall of Fame Celebration. The celebration will honor Vonn and the inspiring Class of 2024 inductees Ross Anderson, Bjorn Erik Borgen, John McBride, and Sigurd Rockne, recognizing their significant contributions to Colorado snow sports.

Olympic Champion Skier Lindsey Vonn to Attend 2024 Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame Celebration

Paris Paralympics, Day 1 Finals: Poppy Maskill Sets S14 100 Fly World Record. It took all of seven events at the Paris Paralympics for us to see our first world record, courtesy of Poppy Maskill. She had to outduel the co-holders of the record head-to-head. The British youngster went 1:03.00...

Paris Paralympics, Day 1 Finals: Poppy Maskill Sets S14 100 Fly World Record

Woodinville, WA

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

Los Angeles, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

In the 1960s, the TV landscape was filled with science fiction/action adventure shows such as The Twilight Zone, Star Trek, Lost in Space, My Favorite Martian, and other more light-hearted fantasy fare like Bewitched, I Dream of Jeannie, and two "monster" comedies: The Addams Family, and The Munsters.

For Pat Priest, working on 'The Munsters' was Sometimes Difficult Due to Yvonne De Carlo & Others

Montana State

Missoula, MT

5 In-Person Film Festival Stops & 1 Virtual Event from October 7-29 Professional Snowboarder & POW Founder Jeremy Jones, Professional Skier Amie Engerbretson, and Local Athlete, Creative & Science Alliance Members Join POW For Films, Panels, Prizes & More. BOULDER, Colo., Aug. 27, 2024 – Today, Protect Our Winters (POW)...

Protect Our Winters (POW) Announces Stoke Fest Film Festival Tour

As the Paralympics in Paris get underway, here's everything you need to know about boccia, a sport with similarities to bowls and curling and designed for wheelchair athletes

What is boccia? Paralympic 2024 rules for game which is similar to bowls

When John McFall, the world's first parastronaut, carried the Paralympic flag at the opening ceremony of the Games in Paris Wednesday, he knew he was sending a "powerful message". McFall is a powerful believer in the spirit of inclusion the Paralympics embody.

Astronaut carrying flag at Paralympics sends 'powerful message'

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Winter Games New Zealand: Local Superstar Alice Robinson Takes The Win

Alice Robinson has continued her incredible run of podiums, taking the win on August 28 at the Winter Games NZ FIS Australia New Zealand Cup (ANC)...

Winter Games New Zealand: Local Superstar Alice Robinson Takes The Win

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