Americans keep turning their backs on McDonald’s
By David Goldman, CNN (CNN) — Inflation has caught up with McDonald’s, and budget-conscious Americans are looking elsewhere for their…
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Olympic tennis recap, July 29: A sweet 16 for Swiatek
Day 4 of Olympic tennis sifted the draw to the remaining sweet 16, and the on-court action was even sweeter, with the game’s biggest name…
Continue ReadingIs paying college athletes charity? Even in the confusing NIL era, it looks increasingly unlikely
Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The entrance of name, image and likeness deals in college sports has raised questions about what it means to be a…
Continue ReadingAlma Powell, wife of late Secretary of State Colin Powell, dies at 86
By Karl de Vries, CNN (CNN) — Alma Johnson Powell, the wife of the late Secretary of State Colin Powell, has died. She was 86. Her death was…
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Gold Zone: Scott Hanson spotlights Leon Marchand
As the host of Gold Zone, Scott Hanson brings the best of Olympic competition, including a showstopping swim in front of a home crowd, to viewers of…
Continue ReadingSkyrocketing power bills draw protests near Pakistan’s capital
Associated Press ISLAMABAD (AP) — Protests over skyrocketing power bills have shut down a major road into Pakistan’s capital as some 3,000…
Continue ReadingTwo meteor showers are set to peak this week. Here’s how to see them
By Taylor Nicioli, CNN (CNN) — Look up at the night sky this week for a chance to see high-speed meteors and bright fireballs from two meteor…
Continue ReadingChina’s Xi calls for cooperation with Italy, evoking ancient ‘Silk Road’
BEIJING (AP) — Chinese President Xi Jinping called for further cooperation with Italy on Monday at a meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia…
Continue ReadingNicolás Maduro dice que no habrá “fascismo”, habla de hackeo y lanza insultos a Milei
Ángela Reyes Haczek (CNN Español) — El presidente Nicolás Maduro celebró el resultado de las elecciones de este domingo en Venezuela, luego…
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At just 17, Lithuanian breaker Dominika Banevic eyes Paris gold
At just 17 years old, Lithuania’s Dominika Banevic is on the verge of a possible Paris Olympic gold medal in the debut of Olympic…
Continue Reading At just 17, Lithuanian breaker Dominika Banevic eyes Paris gold
At just 17 years old, Lithuania’s Dominika Banevic is on the verge of a possible Paris Olympic gold medal in the debut of Olympic…
Continue ReadingTurkish official accuses Israel of targeting Erdogan after he seemed to threaten to invade over Gaza
ISTANBUL (AP) — A senior Turkish official accuses the Israeli government of trying to hide war crimes by targeting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan…
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Chase Budinger shows off his NBA hops at the volleyball net
Seven-year NBA veteran Chase Budinger showed off his NBA hops and 6-foot-7 frame as he rose for one of his four blocks in his Olympic beach…
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Drone scandal casts ‘shadow’ over Canadian team
Canadian Press reporter Greg Strong joins the Dan Patrick Show to discuss the recent drone scandal that saw the Canadian women’s soccer team deducted…
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Chase Budinger and Miles Evans cruise in Olympic opener
Former NBA player Chase Budinger and his partner Miles Evans steamrolled the French team of Youssef Krou and Arnaud Gauthier-Rat, in straight sets,…
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Denmark slams Egypt in handball prelims at 2024 Paris Games
At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Denmark defeated Egypt 30-27 for their second preliminary round, group play victory. Denmark ranks first among the six…
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Ilona Maher convinces Jason Kelce to become U.S. women’s rugby superfan
Ilona Maher convinces Eagles Jason Kelce to become a superfan of…
Continue ReadingHigh Court judge in the UK upholds the government ban on puberty blockers
Associated Press LONDON (AP) — A High Court judge has upheld the British government’s emergency ban on puberty blockers. Justice Beverley Lang…
Continue ReadingMcDonald’s same-store sales fall for 1st time since 2020 as tapped-out customers hold on to cash
AP Business Writer McDonald’s global same-stores fell for the first time in nearly four years in the second quarter as inflation-weary consumers…
Continue ReadingFrom the opening ceremony to DiscOlympics, Cerrone still reigns nearly 50 years on
AP Entertainment Writer PARIS (AP) — Disco might seem like a thing of the past, but legendary Frecnh artist Cerrone is bringing it into the present…
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