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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

LCM (50 meters) After several Paralympic and a World Record fell during prelims, we knew the first night of Paralympic Swimming Finals in Paris would be exciting. The session did not disappoint with several upsets and more records adding to the action. Men’s 400m Freestyle – S9 – Finals...

2024 Paralympic Games: Poppy Maskill, Chen Yi Set World Records During Day 1 Finals

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 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

New York Post

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

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

Paralympic Summer Games ka 17th edition 28 August se 8 September tak Paris me hoga. Paris Paralympics me world ke 4000 se jada athletes participate karenge. Current photo via Alegni-Bizzi-Ferraro-PaviaGomez/CIP. Paralympic Summer Games ka 17th edition 28 August se 8 September tak Paris me hoga. Paris Paralympics me world ke...

Paris Paralympics 2024 Me Kis Athlete Ne Sabse Jada Medals Jeete

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

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’

The Paris Paralympics began on Wednesday with a spectacular opening ceremony in the centre of the French capital, firing the starting gun on 11 days of intense competition. Just as for the opening ceremony of the Olympics on the River Seine in July, the ceremony took place away from the main stadium for the first time at a Paralympics.

France's Macron declares 2024 Paris Paralympics open at grandiose ceremony

140 artists, including 16 performers with disabilities, took center stage with the parade of athletes starting at the bottom on the iconic Champs-Élysées before heading into the famed Place de la Concorde, the largest square in the French capital.

Paris showcases riveting outdoor opening ceremony for Paralympics in historic first

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

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

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U.S. Paralympic judo star Mutia Liana has her eyes firmly set on one goal for the Paris 2024 Olympics: a gold medal. The tech professional and seasoned athlete shared her ambitions, insights into her journey and approach to balancing life and training. “My quantifiable measurement of success is a gold...

VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: U.S. Paralympic Judo Star Mutia Liana Sets Her Sights On Gold At Paris 2024 Games

Poppy Maskill and Tully Kearney both claimed stunning golds as Great Britain won a total of six medals on the opening day at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Maskill, 19, set a world record to deliver ParalympicsGB's first gold in the French capital, winning the women's 100m butterfly S14 title in one minute 03.00 seconds.

Two golds among six medals for ParalympicsGB in Paris

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ATHLETICS: Eight Paris champs in Rome for Friday’s Golden Gala Pietro Mennea, including U.S.’s Crouser, Russell and Davis-Woodhall

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')

Wisconsin State

Denver, CO

Excelling at back, fly and IM, Bruhn was the state champion in the 100 back his senior year and will bring that speed to Denver, making an impact right away. Current photo via Mason Bruhn. Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and...

Wisconsin State Champion Mason Bruhn to Swim for University of Denver This Fall (2024)

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Dianna Carney

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

Virginia State

Neon Pace Clock offers a transformative solution for those dedicated to continuous improvement. Current photo via Neon Innovation. In the highly competitive swimming environment of Northern Virginia, where numerous Olympic athletes have emerged, finding that extra edge is crucial for coaches and teams. Neon Pace Clock offers a transformative solution for those dedicated to continuous improvement. Occoquan Swimming, a USA Swimming team based in this competitive region, trains 500-600 competitive swimmers year-round and has integrated four Neon Pace Clocks into their primary indoor facility, revolutionizing their practices.

How Occoquan Swimming Leveled Up Their Training With Neon Pace Clock

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Paris Paralympics 2024 Me Indian Swimmers

Para Paralympics 2024 me Para Swimming events 29 August se 7 September tak La Defense Arena me hongi. Stock photo via Jack Spitser/Spitser Photography. Para Paralympics...

Paris Paralympics 2024 Me Indian Swimmers

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