The Australian Opals are into the Olympic Games semi-finals, taking on Team USA in a blockbuster matchup. The Opals have not advanced to an Olympic semi-final since London 2012, where they lost to eventual winners USA, before going on to clinch bronze against Russia. After a disappointing opening game loss...

Australia vs USA Olympic women's basketball: Start time, live stream, TV channel to watch Opals game in Australia

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Here is everything you need to know about Team USA vs. France, including TV and streaming options for Saturday's gold medal game.

USA vs. France channel, time, TV schedule to watch 2024 Olympics men's basketball gold medal game

Even Victor Wembanyama's outstretched 8-foot wingspan couldn't Stephen Curry's heat check in the 2024 Paris Olympics gold medal game.

Stephen Curry-Victor Wembanyama photo: USA star goes viral with unbelievable picture in Olympics final

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Incident Summary: On Wednesday, August 7, 2024, during the 3m springboard preliminaries at the Olympic Games in Paris, American diver Alison Gibson faced an unfortunate incident that led to a score of 0.0. Competing to secure a place in the semi-finals, the 25-year-old Texas-born athlete experienced a collision with the diving board that significantly impacted her performance.

Heart-Stopping Moment: Alison Gibson’s Dive Ends in Disaster at the 2024 Olympics

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It's been 21 years since actress/singer Nell Carter, best known for the 1980s NBC sitcom, Gimme a Break!, died of natural causes at only 54. This is her story. Nell Carter was born September 13, 1948, in Birmingham, Alabama. After initially finding fame on and off-Broadway, and via a brief role in 1977 on the TV datime drama, Ryan's Hope, Carter took the lead in Ain't Misbehavin'!, a live stage revue of the works of composer Fats Waller.

The Brief Life & Tragic Death of Nell Carter ('Gimme A Break' & 'Ain't Misbehavin'): 21 Years Later

She was like an intriguing cross between Charlie's Angels actress Kate Jackson and Popeye movie star Shelley Duvall. Her name was Beth Howland, and it's been 8 years since her tragic death from lung cancer on May 24, 2016, just four days before what would have been her 75th birthday.

A Look Back at the Life of Actress Beth Howland (From TV's 'Alice'): 8 Years After Her Tragic Death

Australian breakdancer Rachael Gunn has gone viral following her wacky debut at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Gunn, who competes under the name Raygun, uniquely wow’ed the in-person and online audience with her routine in the round-robin stage of the women’s breakdancing competition on Friday, Aug. 9. She went up against 16-year-old Team France dancer Sya Dembélé.

Australian Breakdancer Goes Viral Following Sport’s Cringeworthy Olympic Debut

CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, is calling on Australians to record koala sightings in the Koala Spotter app, to help build the most accurate national population count to date. Populations of the iconic marsupial were officially listed as endangered across New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory and Queensland in...

Great Koala Count: Aussies urged to track sightings of iconic marsupials

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Kyle Gass, left, and Jack Black of Tenacious D perform at the Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas on Dec. 30, 2022, in Las Vegas. Credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images via TNS. The comedy-rock duo Tenacious D — made up of Jack Black and Kyle Gass — announced the cancellation of the rest of its “Spicy Meatball Tour” following Gass’ remarks about the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump.

Jack Black ends Tenacious D’s “Spicy Meatball Tour” after bandmate’s comment about Trump shooting, October Mershon Auditorium show faces uncertain fate

Tynomi Banks focused on growth and confidence in Drag Race vs the World 2 , making it halfway and showcasing her talent. The season featured intense gameplay with the Golden Beaver twist, highlighting power dynamics and strategic moves among queens. Tynomi Banks faced challenges like sewing and a notable lip...

'Canada's Drag Race vs the World 2's Tynomi Banks Has No Regrets

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Just in case the WWE forgot who it was dealing with in Roman Reigns, the OTC took a moment to remind the Universe that he is, in fact, the one true king — his post-broadcast gesture speaking volumes.

WATCH: Roman Reigns does specific gesture once WWE SmackDown broadcast ended, gets insane ovation

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The chances for the tropical wave in the Atlantic developing have now risen to 80% over the next seven days. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has advised that this disturbance could become the next tropical storm or hurricane within the coming days, potentially targeting the U.S. East Coast.

Tropical Wave That Could Impact Georgia Now Has 80% Chance of Development

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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.

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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

A wave of disapproval has swept over Adele's Korean fanbase after she included an image of the Rising Sun flag in her concert visuals. The backdrop featuring the controversial flag was showcased on LED screens as the superstar sang "Rumor Has It" during one of her "Adele in Munich" shows in Germany.

Adele’s Concert in Munich Sparks Outrage Among Korean Fans: Details

Here's a closer look at the impressive game that Curry turned in against Nikola Jokic and company.

Stephen Curry stats today: Star guard nears USA basketball record in comeback vs. Serbia in 2024 Olympics semifinals

You must carry your ID in Italy. — It’s often a matter of debate–and personal choice–whether to carry your passport when you’re out and about in another country or prefer to leave it in the hotel safe. But in some countries, it’s a legal requirement toalways have a form of identification on you. And a new government warning is reminding travelers that Italy is one such country.

New Government Warnings for Italy Travel

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The Detroit Lions lost their preseason Week 1 game against the New York Giants on Thursday night. Here's a look at the team's biggest winners and losers from the opening game of the exhibition slate.

Detroit Lions' biggest winners and losers from preseason Week 1 loss

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How to watch Tour de France Femmes in Australia: TV channel, live stream, schedule for 2024 women's cycling race

The Tour de France Femmes has arrived for 2024. Typically, the race immediately follows the men's tour, but the Paris Olympics has seen a larger scheduling...

How to watch Tour de France Femmes in Australia: TV channel, live stream, schedule for 2024 women's cycling race

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