Paris 2024: Russian and Belarusian athletes banned from Olympic Games opening ceremony
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- The church, located next to the BAPS Hindu temple in Abu Mureikha, is built on a 4.37-acre land gifted by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
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- A backup flame was used as cloudy skies prevented the traditional lighting, where an actress dressed as an ancient Greek priestess typically uses the sun to ignite a silver torch.
- The flame will be carried by torchbearers from Olympia for over 5000 kilometers through Greece before being handed over to the Paris Games organizers in Athens on April 26.
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Quick Glance: Security Concerns Prompt Alternatives for France's Olympic Opening Ceremony
- France has developed contingency plans for the July 26 Olympics opening ceremony on the river Seine in response to security concerns, as stated by President Emmanuel Macron on Monday.
- Heightened security alert due to conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, along with the threat of terrorist attacks, has prompted action by the French government.
- Expressing confidence, Macron believes the anticipated Games ceremony with large crowds by the Seine, involving around 160 boats embarking on a 6 km journey, will be a significant achievement.
- The leadership of the United States Olympic and Paralympic teams approves of the security arrangements along the Seine for the opening ceremony, according to the team's security head, Nicole Deal.
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- The participation of around 50,000 runners made this edition of the London Marathon the largest event along the River Thames.
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- Criticism over controversial design choices for Team USA's outfit
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- President Lord Coe emphasized the importance of creating a stable financial landscape for athletes, describing the decision as a pivotal moment.
- The introduction of prize money for Olympic gold medallists was highlighted as a crucial step for World Athletics and the sport as a whole, recognizing the athletes' critical role in the success of the Games.
- It was noted that the payment of prize money will be subject to athletes undergoing standard anti-doping procedures, and details regarding the structure of prize money for the 2028 Games will be revealed later.
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Quick Glance: Olympians Criticize Nike for Revealing Women's Attire
- Nike's Team USA track and field kit for women is criticized by female athletes as unnecessarily revealing and sexist.
- Debate over revealing outfits for women Olympians continues, with some changes in competition wear rules.
- Nike is offering athletes unitard options with both a brief and a short for this year's Olympics, providing more choices for athletes.
- While some athletes find the showcased attire concerning, others appreciate the variety of options available and advocate for custom tailoring for a better fit.
The Nike dresses worn by US female athletes are sexist: Various sports federations have taken measures against the sexualization of female athletes ...
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BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi: Pre-registration set to facilitate visitors: New process aims to enhance visitor experience amid growing popularity of sacred Mandir
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Quick Glance: Baps Hindu Mandir to Introduce Online Booking System Amid Visitor Influx
- To address the overwhelming demand, the Baps Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi is planning to implement an online visitor registration system after thousands of individuals arrived at the temple on Tuesday.
- Abu Dhabi Police assisted in managing traffic flow as the place of worship attracted massive crowds looking to celebrate the festival of Ugadi, equivalent to New Year's Day in the Hindu calendar.
- Organizers anticipate a rise in visitor numbers during a busy holiday period, as the religious festival coincided with a public holiday for workers in the Emirates to commemorate Eid Al Fitr.
- A registration booking portal will be launched soon at the Baps Hindu Mandir. The public is advised to monitor the temple's website for updates, as the system was still being configured as of Tuesday.
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