Lilia Vu honoring her late grandfather’s legacy at Olympics
Team USA golfer Lilia Vu is getting her first swing at the Olympics. Kira Dixon reports on her journey to the games and how her grandfather made it possible.
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What’s with the French and butter? It’s a national obsession
Jimmy Roberts asks, “What would life be without butter?” And finds the answer: “So sad.” The French appreciate butter like no other country–get the inside “spread” on why.
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France’s oldest food market showcases the heart of Paris
Parisian restaurants are world-renowned, but many locals say their go-to for grub is a an outdoor food market that opened more than 400 years ago. Savannah Sellers discovers what makes this marche so special.
Continue ReadingGunmen kill New Zealand helicopter pilot in another attack in Indonesia’s restive Papua region
Associated Press JAYAPURA, Indonesia (AP) — Gunmen have stormed a helicopter and killed its New Zealand pilot shortly after it landed in Indonesia’s restive Papua region. Police say the gunmen released the Indigenous health workers and children on board. A West Papua Liberation Army spokesperson tells The Associated Press that he has not received any
Continue ReadingZac Efron says he’s ‘happy and healthy’ following reports of brief hospitalization
By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN (CNN) — Zac Efron assured his Instagram followers on Sunday that he’s “happy and healthy,” days after reports surfaced that the actor was briefly hospitalized. On Friday, TMZ reported that Efron, 36, was briefly hospitalized in Spain after having what a representative for the actor called a “minor swimming incident.” His
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Wrestler Aaron Brooks on a mission for Olympic glory
A rising wrestling star is finally getting his shot at the Olympics… something he’s had his heart set on since he was six. From Penn State to Paris, Aaron Brooks tells Gadi Schwartz he’s ready to make his mark.
Continue ReadingThe head of Russia’s military park and a top Defense Ministry official are arrested for fraud
MOSCOW (AP) — The director of a park showcasing Russia’s military might was arrested on fraud charges, along with a top Defense Ministry official, part of a sweeping investigation into abuse of office in the top echelons of the military leadership. Investigative officials say Vyacheslav Akhmedov, head of the Patriot Park — sometimes referred to
Continue ReadingOne thing that hasn’t changed in Hollywood: Male characters still more than double female ones
AP Film Writer NEW YORK (AP) — In recent years the movie industry has gone through the streaming revolution, the pandemic, labor strikes and “Barbenheimer.” But after countless upheavals in Hollywood, you’re still more than twice as likely to see male speaking characters in theatrical releases than you are female ones. Just 32% of speaking
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USA’s Chase Budinger, Miles Evans eliminated from men’s beach volleyball tournament in loss to Norway
U.S. duo Chase Budinger and Miles Evans couldn’t upset Norway’s Anders Mol and Christian Sorum, falling to the defending gold medalists 21-16, 21-14 in the men’s beach volleyball Round of 16.
Continue Reading USA’s Chase Budinger, Miles Evans eliminated from men’s beach volleyball tournament in loss to Norway
U.S. duo Chase Budinger and Miles Evans couldn’t upset Norway’s Anders Mol and Christian Sorum, falling to the defending gold medalists 21-16, 21-14 in the men’s beach volleyball Round of 16.
Continue ReadingResumen de los resultados de las elecciones de Venezuela este 5 de agosto
Sol Amaya Esta cobertura en vivo finalizó. The-CNN-Wire™ & © 2024 Cable News Network, Inc., a Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All rights reserved.
Continue ReadingCombat brain fatigue with these top expert tips
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Put your thinking cap on, people often hear — after all that’s what our brain is for and what many are paid to do. But a new study finds that people see a downside to such mental expenditures: Thinking can be a pain. “Based on prior work in the
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Relive the top Olympic moments of the weekend
Take a look at the top highlights from gymnastics, track & field, swimming and other sports that were contested Aug. 3 and 4.
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Fashion house Dior is dressing to impress at the Olympics
When Celine Dion dazzled the world with her performance at the Opening Ceremony, she wore a glimmering silver gown designed by Dior. Zanna Roberts Rassi gets a rare tour of the French fashion house.
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Poland’s Miroslaw breaks world record, nears 6-second barrier in women’s speed qualification
Poland’s Aleksandra Miroslaw broke the women’s speed climbing record twice in the semifinal round at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The top eight finishers qualified to the final on Aug. 7.
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Primetime Preview: 8/5
Primetime Preview: 8/5
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Benesh, Partain advance to quarterfinals with win over Italy
Miles Partain and Andy Benesh of the United States knocked off Italy’s Samuele Cottafava and Paolo Nicolai in straight sets, advancing to the Olympic men’s beach volleyball quarterfinals.
Continue ReadingRally dates are set. Venues are chosen. The only thing missing for Harris’ blitz is her VP choice
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The dates are set. The venues are chosen. The only thing missing from this week’s campaign blitz with Vice President Kamala Harris and her 2024 running mate is the name of the running mate. After a weekend spent interviewing finalists, Harris must decide on her wingman before the two set
Continue ReadingNobel Prize-winning physicist Tsung-Dao Lee dies at age 97
Associated Press TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Chinese-American physicist Tsung-Dao Lee, who in 1957 became the second-youngest scientist to receive a Nobel Prize, has died at age 97. That’s according to a Chinese university and a research center. He died Sunday at his home in San Francisco. His work advanced the understanding of particle physics. A
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U.S. women drop 3×3 semifinal in OT heartbreaker vs. Spain
The U.S. women’s 3×3 basketball team’s bid for a second straight gold fell agonizingly short on Monday, as Spain scored the only two points of overtime to send Team USA to the bronze-medal game.
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