Medal Moments: The Best from Paris Days 2 and 3
From Huske to Ferrand-Prevot, Leal, and more, check out these top medal moments from Day 2 and Day 3 at the Paris Olympics.
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African cities sitting on ‘keg of gunpowder’ as growing youth anger fuels unrest
By Nimi Princewill and Stephanie Busari, CNN (CNN) — In some of Africa’s major cities, young people are experiencing a summer of discontent as anger and frustration erupt over corruption, the soaring cost of living, and widespread unemployment. The protests began in Kenya last month, where young people – particularly Gen Z – engaged in
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Team USA boxer Roscoe Hill downed by France’s Billal Bennama in Round 2
Team USA’s flyweight boxer Roscoe Hill fell to France’s Billal Bennama in a split-decision Round of 16 match Tuesday morning.
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NBC Universal introduces ‘OLI’ to help viewers watch the 2024 Paris Olympics
NBC Universal introduces OLI, an AI-powered logic system that helps viewers seamlessly find what they want to watch throughout the Paris Olympics.
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How U.S. men’s gymnastics team earned bronze in team final
Stephen Nedoroscik, Brody Malone and Asher Hong join TODAY to talk about how they were able to end Team USA’s men’s gymnastics medal drought in the team final.
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U.S. women’s gymnastics move to next stop of Redemption Tour
TODAY’s Kaylee Hartung looks ahead to a highly-anticipated women’s gymnastics team final, and how Team USA is preparing for their big moment.
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Team USA escapes collapse against Germany in five sets
Team USA nearly fell apart against Germany after being up two sets and getting forced into a tiebreaking fifth set, but escaped with a crucial victory
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Men’s triathlon postponed due to Seine’s water quality
TODAY’s Keir Simmons shares the latest about the Seine River’s water quality and the triathlon events’ status at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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Hernandez shares expectations for Team USA in team final
NBC Sports’ Laurie Hernandez joins TODAY to preview the women’s gymnastics team final and provide updates on the status of Simone Biles and Jade Carey.
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Full Giannis highlights from Greece’s loss vs. Spain
Greece fell short for the second straight game at the Paris Olympics, but Giannis Antetokounmpo put on a show once again, pouring in 27 points on 12-of-17 shooting.
Continue ReadingChina’s top leaders vow to support consumers and improve confidence in its slowing economy
AP Business Writer BANGKOK (AP) — China’s powerful Politburo has endorsed the ruling Communist Party’s strategy for growing the economy by encouraging more consumer spending and weeding out unproductive companies to promote “survival of the fittest.” A statement issued Tuesday after the meeting of the 24 highest leaders of the party warned that coming months
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2024 Olympic men’s golf: Round 1 tee times, groupings and how to watch
Tee times and groupings for the opening round of the Olympic men’s golf competition at Le Golf National, which begins Thursday.
Continue ReadingPrincess Leia’s ‘Return of the Jedi’ bikini sells at auction for $175,000
By Oscar Holland, CNN (CNN) — A golden bikini costume worn by Carrie Fisher on the set of “Return of the Jedi” has sold at auction for $175,000. The seven-piece outfit, which also includes hip rings, an armlet and a bracelet, went to an unidentified bidder during a two-day sale featuring over 500 items of Hollywood paraphernalia. Worn
Continue ReadingParis Olympics brings out hoses and misters to cool down fans during heat wave
PARIS (AP) — The 2024 Olympics famously launched with a rain-soaked opening ceremony that drenched athletes and spectators alike. Now, they’re enduring the opposite experience Tuesday: a heat wave. Most of France is under a heat wave warning, with temperatures in Paris and surrounding areas expected to climb to 35 degrees Celsius (95 Fahrenheit) or
Continue ReadingEurope’s growth lags US again, as Germany remains the eurozone’s economic problem child
AP Business Writer FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Europe’s economy enjoyed only modest growth in the April-June quarter even as the U.S. outperformed expectations, highlighting a persistent transatlantic growth gap. Germany, the leading European economy, remained in the dumps while hesitant consumers saved more rather than spending on new houses or cars. Gross domestic product, the
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Big third quarter lifts Italy to water polo win over Croatia
Six goals in the third quarter lifted the Italian men’s water polo team to a win over Croatia on Tuesday.
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Hannah Roberts’ mastery on display as she opens her Olympics
American Hannah Roberts posted a field-best 91.45 on Tuesday in the women’s BXM freestyle qualifier, showcasing some of her top moves on a hot Paris afternoon.
Continue ReadingHow to think like an Olympian and develop a winner’s brain
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Perched at the pinnacle of achievement, Olympians have trained their entire lives to reach their goal of standing on the winner’s podium. Not only do Olympic athletes tone their bodies into near perfection; they hone their minds as well. “A winner’s brain is not about a quick fix. You
Continue ReadingKamala Harris has energized Democratic voters. But can she expand the map?
By Arit John, Eva McKend, Kayla Tausche and Ryan Young, CNN (CNN) — During the first whirlwind week of her second presidential campaign, Kamala Harris locked up the support of the Democratic Party, recruited thousands of volunteers and hauled in $200 million in donations. But the challenge over the next 98 days will be whether
Continue ReadingIt’s not just ‘cat ladies’: JD Vance has a history of disparaging people without kids
CNN By Andrew Kaczynski and Em Steck, CNN (CNN) — Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance has a history of making disparaging remarks toward people without children, a CNN KFile review of his comments shows, including fundraising off his now-infamous “childless cat lady” remarks in a series of emails that called Democratic leaders “childless
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