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The Paralympics kick off in Paris on Wednesday and run through Sept. 8. Thousands of athletes from a record number of countries will compete across 22 sports. Here's what to know and how to watch.

Paralympics 2024: When, who and how to watch the Paris games

The Mirror US

A para-athlete has gone missing in the build-up to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, which are set to take place between August 28 and September 8 in the French capital

Paralympic athlete vanishes in Paris on eve of 2024 games, investigation launched

The US Sun

A PARALYMPICS 2024 athlete vanished in Paris days before the opening ceremony. An inquest has now been opened into the “worrying disappearance” of the Rwandan athlete, who is a sitting volleyball team player. According to Huffington Post, she arrived with the Rwandan team earlier this month before making base at the Courbevoie camp in Hauts-de-Seine. […]

Paralympics 2024 athlete vanishes in Paris days before opening ceremony as inquest opened into ‘worrying disappearance’

Olympic and Paralympic power couple Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall captured hearts online during the Paris Olympics. After Tara secured her first gold medal in the long jump at the Games, the couple’s heartfelt celebration quickly gained attention. A video of Hunter’s surprise welcome home for Tara also went viral.

Davis-Woodhall had her moment when she won gold in Paris, her husband is next at the Paralympics

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

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Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

It's been 14 years since actor James MacArthur died of natural causes at only 72 years old. Best known as Danny “Danno” Williams on the original TV adaptation of Hawaii Five-0 (the famed crime-adventure series, CBS, 1968-1980), MacArthur was the adopted son of acting legend Helen Hayes. This is his story.

'Hawaii Five-0'' Actor James MacArthur Was Adopted by Helen Hayes): A Look Back at His Tragic Death

The Guardian

Join us as thousands of athletes take part in a parade through the French capital’s iconic landmarks

Paris 2024 Paralympics opening ceremony: Games get under way – as it happened

Stars including Madison de Rozario, Grant 'Scooter' Patterson and Brenden Hall will be in action as part of a large Australian team in Paris. The Sporting News will collate every Aussie podium-getter from the Games. Paralympics medal tally: How many medals have Australia won at Paris 2024?. With events getting...

Australia Paralympics medal tally: Updated gold, silver, bronze medal count from Paris 2024

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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

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The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony took place on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. The Paralympic Games will continue until September 8, bringing together up to 4,400 athletes from around the world.

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Nicky Nieves and Steve Serio, Flag Bearers of Team United States.

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The United States, foreground left, and France, center right, athletes parade during the Opening Ceremony for the 2024 Paralympics.

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Dancers perform during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony at the Place de la Concorde with the Obelisque de Louxor (Luxor Obelisk) and the Eiffel Tower in Paris on August 28, 2024.

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Team USA takes the stage during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony: photos

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As the stars line up today, the heavens send out a boost towards desires. For three blessed zodiac signs, there is an edge to the energy. Gemini, Libra, and Capricorn, you will feel a little more successful in your efforts than the rest of us. You are in for a day of realizing dreams and more obtainable desires. Whether it is through hard work, creativity, or achieving some balance, you are set to experience the delight of seeing your aspirations take flight toward realization.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Dreams Come True | August 29, 2024

Jamaican Alana Reid and South African Bayanda Walaza won the 100m titles and the world u20 track and field championships in Lima, Peru, on Wednesday night. Reid, 19, prevailed in 11.17 seconds. She was part of Jamaica’s 4x100m relay team that placed fifth at the Paris Olympics. She was sixth in the 100m at the Jamaican Olympic Trials.

Alana Reid, Bayanda Walaza win 100m at world U20 championships

Aside from all the slow pool allegations, the Paris Games saw a slate of amazingly close races. On several occasions, the difference between gold and silver, silver and bronze, or being on/off the podium was down to hundredths of a second. Years of hard work culminating in falling short by the smallest fractions imaginable.

A Meet of Inches: Team USA On Wrong End of Several Close Finishes In Paris

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Suni Lee is still nursing an Olympic hangover.

Suni Lee Still Feeling Emotional In Aftermath Of Paris Olympics

The athlete is getting married three weeks after the Games but her focus is on adding to her success and entertaining the crowds

Hannah Cockroft peps up Paris Paralympics with wedding preparation

The Independent

 Five French athletes came together to light the cauldron signalling the beginning of the Paris Paralympics at the opening ceremony on Wednesday, 28 August.Charles-Antoine Kouakou, Alexis Hanquinquant, Fabien Lamirault, Nantenin Keïta, and Elodie Lorandi ignited the flames at Jardin des Tuileries between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde.It followed an athletes’ parade, during which thousands of competitors travelled down the Avenue des Champs-Élysées in front of an estimated 65,000 spectators.The competition begins on Thursday and continues until the closing ceremony on Sunday, 8 September.

Athletes light Paris Paralympics cauldron signalling beginning of Games

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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')

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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

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

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...

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

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