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Italian transgender runner fails to reach 400m final at Paralympics: Italian transgender athlete Valentina Petrillo has failed to reach the final of the women’s ...
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Italian transgender runner fails to reach 400m final at Paralympics
Valentina Petrillo slams JK Rowling after being branded a 'cheat': Valentina Petrillo, transgender athlete, has hit back at JK Rowling and issued a stinging ...
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Valentina Petrillo slams JK Rowling after being branded a 'cheat'
Paralympics in Paris: Malice for para-athletes: Sat.1 cancels Mockridge show: First Luke Mockridge causes a stir with disparaging comments, then he backtracks ...
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Paralympics in Paris: Malice for para-athletes: Sat.1 cancels Mockridge ...
Quick Glance: Sat.1 Cancels Show Following Mockridge's Offensive Jokes
  • Comedian Luke Mockridge faced backlash for derogatory comments about Paralympic athletes, leading to the cancellation of his new show.

  • His remarks drew sharp criticism from athletes and organizations, including paraplegic athlete Kristina Vogel and the German Disabled Sports Association.

  • Despite a public apology, Sat.1 seeks tangible actions from Mockridge to address the issue meaningfully.

  • Mockridge intends to accept the Disabled Sports Association's invitation to learn more about the achievements of individuals with disabilities.
Tom Habscheid wins bronze in Paris: Shot putter Tom Habscheid won the bronze medal at the Paralympics in Paris. The Luxembourger catapulted himself onto the ...
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Tom Habscheid wins bronze in Paris
Ugandan Olympic Runner Rebecca Cheptegei Dies After Gasoline Attack: The athlete, who was set on fire in Kenya by a man with whom she was in a relationship ...
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Ugandan Olympic Runner Rebecca Cheptegei Dies After Gasoline Attack
Quick Glance: Tragic Loss: Olympic Runner Cheptegei Passes Away
  • Ugandan Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei died after sustaining burns to 80% of her body in an attack by her partner.

  • Cheptegei, who had recently competed in the Paris Olympics, was 33 and succumbed to organ failure in the hospital.

  • Her father is seeking justice and criticized security measures since the assailant remains at large.

  • The Uganda Athletics Federation and the Ugandan Sports Minister emphasize the urgent need to combat gender-based violence.
Paralympics 2024: Navdeep Singh's silver upgraded to gold after dramatic men's javelin throw F41 final
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Paralympics 2024: Navdeep Singh's silver upgraded to gold after dramatic ...
Breaker Raygun defends her record, says criticism was born of ignorance: Australian Rachael "Raygun" Gunn has defended her breakdancing skills and suggested much ...
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Breaker Raygun defends her record, says criticism was born of ignorance
Quick Glance: Raygun Defends Performance Amid Criticism
  • Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn defended her breakdancing skills, attributing criticism to ignorance of the sport.

  • Despite losing all three of her battles at the Paris Olympics, she insisted on being the best female breaker in Australia.

  • Gunn expressed disappointment over backlash from fellow Australian breakers and acknowledged the need for more resources in the sport.

  • She noted that much of the negative feedback stemmed from a lack of understanding of breakdancing styles and expressed concern over conspiracy theories surrounding her qualification.
Raygun apologizes to breakdancing community for Paris Olympics backlash: Rachael Gunn, a.k.a. Raygun, says she's sorry for the backlash Australia’s breakdancing ...
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Raygun apologizes to breakdancing community for Paris Olympics backlash
Quick Glance: Rachael Gunn Apologizes for Backlash Post-Olympic Performance
  • Rachael Gunn, the Australian B-girl, apologized for the backlash following her performance at the 2024 Olympics.

  • She expressed that she cannot control people's reactions and sought mental health support after the event.

  • Despite losing all three rounds, Gunn defended her right to represent Australia and noted that her style may be misunderstood.

  • Gunn aims to focus on the positive responses and plans to step back from the spotlight for now.
Paris pays short tribute to Cheptegei: A picture of Rebecca Cheptegei appeared on a giant screen after the Paralympics marathon events on Sunday in a tribute to ...
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Paris pays short tribute to Cheptegei
Rubina Francis Wins Bronze, India's Fourth Medal from Shooting Range: Chateauroux:Rubina Francis shot down India's fourth medal from the shooting range ...
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Rubina Francis Wins Bronze, India's Fourth Medal from Shooting Range
Quick Glance: Rubina Francis: Rising Star in Para Shooting
  • Rubina Francis began her para shooting journey in 2015, inspired by Olympic medalist Gagan Narang.

  • Despite financial challenges and leg dysfunction, she joined Pune's Gun for Glory Academy in 2017.

  • She won a bronze medal in the P2 - 10m Air Pistol SH1 event at the Paris Paralympics, marking India's fifth medal.

  • Rubina has achieved numerous national and international accolades, becoming India's first female pistol para shooter.
Ugandan marathon runner Cheptegui burnt after being doused with petrol: Ugandan marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegui, who competed in last month’s Paris Olympics ...
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Ugandan marathon runner Cheptegui burnt after being doused with petrol
Gold for Grimaldi: Dunedin's Anna Grimaldi has won New Zealand's first gold medal at the Paralympics in Paris, blitzing the field in the T47 200m final ...
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Gold for Grimaldi
UVa rower Sky Dahl wins silver medal for Team USA at Paralympics: University of Virginia senior rower Sky Dahl won a silver medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympic ...
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UVa rower Sky Dahl wins silver medal for Team USA at Paralympics
Paris wants to honor late Ugandan Olympian Cheptegei by naming sports venue after her
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Paris wants to honor late Ugandan Olympian Cheptegei by naming sports ...
Niko Kappel from Welzheim wins silver in the shot put in Paris: The 29-year-old native of Gmünd finishes in second place with a distance of 13 ...
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Niko Kappel from Welzheim wins silver in the shot put in Paris
Quick Glance: Niko Kappel Misses Gold, Secures Silver Medal
  • Niko Kappel, the reigning world champion and record holder, won a silver medal in shot put at the 2024 Paralympics.

  • His throw of 13.74 meters fell short against Uzbekistan's Bobirjon Omonow, who clinched gold with 14.32 meters.

  • Kappel expressed frustration, stating he didn't perform well and felt he 'gave away gold.'

  • Despite the disappointment, he completed his medal set after previously winning gold in Rio 2016 and bronze in Tokyo 2021.
Valentina Petrillo: Transgender Paralympian runs in women's T12 400m semi-final
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Valentina Petrillo: Transgender Paralympian runs in women's T12 400m ...
Quick Glance: Petrillo Misses Women's T12 400m Final at Paralympics
  • Valentina Petrillo did not qualify for the T12 400m final, finishing third in her semi-final.

  • The 51-year-old athlete recorded a personal best of 57.58 seconds but placed behind her competitors.

  • IPC President emphasizes the need for unified transgender athlete policies in sports.

  • Petrillo, who transitioned in 2019, has previously won national titles in the male T12 category.
Australian swimmer celebrates gold after fortune teller prediction: Three years after surviving a horrific bike accident, Australian Paralympic swimmer Alexa ...
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Australian swimmer celebrates gold after fortune teller prediction
Quick Glance: Leary Shines with Record and Gold Medal
  • Alexa Leary from Queensland overcame incredible challenges after a severe bike accident to win gold in the women's 100m freestyle (S9) at the Paralympics.

  • She set a new world record with a time of 59.53 seconds and celebrated her victory joyfully on the podium.

  • Leary's story has captivated the nation, especially after she expressed her dream of becoming a Paralympian during her 111-day hospital stay.

  • After the race, she received congratulations from her idol, DJ FISHER, and showcased her excitement by dancing and singing the national anthem.
Afghan taekwondo athlete makes history with first medal for the Refugee Paralympic Team
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Afghan taekwondo athlete makes history with first medal for the Refugee ...
Quick Glance: Zakia Khudadadi: First Medal for Refugee Team
  • Zakia Khudadadi made history as the first athlete from the Refugee Paralympic Team to win a medal at the Paris Paralympics.

  • She earned a bronze medal in the 47kg category by defeating Turkey's Ekinci Nurcihan.

  • Khudadadi, born without one forearm, trained secretly in Afghanistan and was later allowed to compete in Paris after her evacuation.

  • Her triumph was celebrated by an electric atmosphere in the Grand Palais as the French crowd cheered her on.
Mohamed Elmenyawy Wins Egypt’s First Gold at 2024 Paralympics in Paris: Mohamed Elmenyawy has captured Egypt's first medal, a gold, at the 2024 Paralympic ...
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Mohamed Elmenyawy Wins Egypt’s First Gold at 2024 Paralympics in Paris
Australia sack coach for backing South Korean rival at Olympics: Swimming Australia (SA) has sacked coach Michael Palfrey after he triggered a media storm at the ...
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Australia sack coach for backing South Korean rival at Olympics
Quick Glance: Coach Dismissed Over Controversial Comments in Paris
  • Swimming Australia has terminated Olympic coach Michael Palfrey due to inappropriate comments made in Paris.

  • Palfrey expressed hope that his swimmer Kim Woo-min would defeat Australian competitors, creating a conflict of interest.

  • The remarks were deemed a breach of his employment agreement, damaging both his and Swimming Australia's reputation.

  • Palfrey will lose his salary and position but retains his coaching accreditation.
Two-time Paralympic gold medallist Bonnie to take short rest before training for world meet
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Two-time Paralympic gold medallist Bonnie to take short rest before ...
Paris Paralympics 2024, September 4 Live Updates: Harvinder Singh Becomes First Indian Archer To Claim Para Games Gold | Olympics News
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Paris Paralympics 2024, September 4 Live Updates: Harvinder Singh Becomes ...
Pawel Durow: Telegram founder Durow promises improvement in moderation: In the wake of Telegram founder Durow's arrest in Paris, which lasted for days ...
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Pawel Durow: Telegram founder Durow promises improvement in moderation
Quick Glance: Challenges of Free Speech in the Digital Age
  • Tensions between free speech absolutism and legal standards were highlighted by the arrest of Pavel Durov in France and the shutdown of X in Brazil.

  • Elon Musk expressed fury over Brazil's Supreme Court decision to close X, labeling the actions as censorship while the court held X accountable for promoting hate speech.

  • The European Commission has targeted X under the new Digital Services Act, accusing it of breaching EU laws, potentially leading to significant fines or a ban.

  • The current landscape indicates that absolute free speech in the digital realm can lead to commercial vulnerability, as platforms face increasing accountability for the content they host.
Smashing Liek Hou nails first gold for Malaysia in Paralympics: PETALING JAYA: Shuttler Cheah Liek Hou is unstoppable.
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Smashing Liek Hou nails first gold for Malaysia in Paralympics
Ben Hance wins Paris Paralympics gold medal after breaking world record: Ben Hance's dominance of the men's 100m backstroke S14 continues in Paris ...
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Ben Hance wins Paris Paralympics gold medal after breaking world record
Surfer Caroline Marks took off six months from pro tour. Now she's better than ever.
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Surfer Caroline Marks took off six months from pro tour. Now she's better ...
Panic on the streets of Paris for Australian Olympic breaker: Australian breaker Rachael Gunn came under intense international scrutiny after her polarizing ...
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Panic on the streets of Paris for Australian Olympic breaker
Paris Paralympics 2024: Simran finishes 4th in 100m final: Accompanied by her guide Abhay Singh, Simran clocked 12.31 seconds and finished fourth.
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Paris Paralympics 2024: Simran finishes 4th in 100m final
Hunter Woodhall, Tara Davis celebrate Utahn’s Paralympic gold the only way they know how
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Hunter Woodhall, Tara Davis celebrate Utahn’s Paralympic gold the only way ...
Gold No. 2 for Singapore swimmer Yip Pin Xiu at the Paralympics: She adds the S2 50m backstroke gold to the 100m title she won on Aug 29.
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Gold No. 2 for Singapore swimmer Yip Pin Xiu at the Paralympics
Quick Glance: Yip Pin Xiu Clinches Gold in Paris
  • On August 29, 2024, Yip Pin Xiu won the S2 100m backstroke gold at the Paris Paralympics, defending her title with a time of 2:21.73.

  • The race was extremely close, as Yip finished just 0.06 seconds ahead of Mexico's Haidee Aceves.

  • Yip aims to continue her gold medal streak in the 50m and 100m backstroke after winning both events in 2016 and 2020.

  • Minister Edwin Tong congratulated Yip in a Facebook post, praising her remarkable resilience and determination.
Chess-Carlsen beats Niemann in first encounter since cheating scandal: Chess great Magnus Carlsen beat nemesis Hans Niemann 17.5-12.5 to advance to the Speed ...
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Chess-Carlsen beats Niemann in first encounter since cheating scandal
Volvo eases 2030 electric vehicle target to 90 per cent, citing evolved market conditions
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Volvo eases 2030 electric vehicle target to 90 per cent, citing evolved ...
Quick Glance: Volvo Cars Scales Back EV Goals for 2030
  • Volvo Cars has abandoned its goal of offering only electric vehicles by 2030.

  • The company anticipates that plug-in hybrids will be crucial for future profit growth.

  • Increasing demand for hybrid vehicles is prompting a strategic shift in the automotive industry.

  • By 2025, Volvo expects electrified cars to make up 50% to 60% of its sales volume.
Paris commemorates 80th anniversary of liberation from German occupation: Paris has been commemorating the end of Nazi occupation 80 years ago with a week of ...
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Paris commemorates 80th anniversary of liberation from German occupation
Neeraj Chopra qualifies for Diamond League final: Neeraj Chopra has finished in the top 6 and has automatically cemented his spot for the Diamond League finals ...
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Neeraj Chopra qualifies for Diamond League final
High Jumper Praveen Kumar Wins Paralympic Gold: Praveen Kumar of India clinched the gold medal in the men's high jump T64 event at the Paris Paralympics.
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High Jumper Praveen Kumar Wins Paralympic Gold
Migration: At least twelve dead in boat accident in the English Channel: A refugee boat capsizes during the crossing to the UK. It is the worst accident on the ...
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Migration: At least twelve dead in boat accident in the English Channel
Quick Glance: Tragedy in the Channel: Capsized Boat Rescue Efforts
  • A small boat capsized in the English Channel, resulting in at least five fatalities.

  • The French coastguard launched a major rescue operation, successfully saving over 50 individuals.

  • Increasing overcrowding in boats used by smugglers is leading to heightened risks for migrants.

  • The Illegal Migration Act in the UK bars asylum claims for those arriving by small boat since July 20, 2023.
Former French PM Edouard Philippe announces 2027 presidential bid: France’s former prime minister Edouard Philippe on Tuesday announced he would run in the 2027 ...
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Former French PM Edouard Philippe announces 2027 presidential bid
Quick Glance: Philippe Announces Candidacy for 2027 Presidential Election
  • Edouard Philippe, former Prime Minister under Emmanuel Macron, announced his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election in a recent interview.

  • Philippe intends to present significant proposals to the French people and expresses readiness for a potential early election.

  • He supports the selection of a new Prime Minister from a wide political spectrum and criticizes the right-wing party Les Républicains for its lack of engagement.

  • Philippe emphasizes the need for political stability and urges the right to participate in a central political bloc.
France arrests Telegram founder Pawel Durow at airport near Paris: According to media reports, he is accused of being complicit in drug dealing ...
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France arrests Telegram founder Pawel Durow at airport near Paris
Quick Glance: Durov's Arrest: A Power Struggle Between States and Firms
  • Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, was arrested in France for alleged complicity in illegal activities.

  • Experts regard Telegram as a safe haven for extremist content and calls for violence.

  • Durov's arrest may have significant implications for social media regulation and the power dynamics between states and private companies.

  • The UK government could seize the opportunity to revise online safety laws and enhance tech firms' accountability for illegal content.
Jessica Lewis finishes fifth at Paralympic Games: Sprinter Jessica Lewis finished fifth in the T53 100 metres at the Paralympic Games in Paris this afternoon ...
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Jessica Lewis finishes fifth at Paralympic Games
Rebecca Cheptegei: Olympian dies after fire: Her ex-boyfriend poured petrol on the runner from Uganda and set her on fire. The Olympic participant has now died.
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Rebecca Cheptegei: Olympian dies after fire
PHOTOS: Memorable moments from the 2024 Paralympics: From historic wins to marriage proposals, this year's Paralympic Games in Paris has been filled with ...
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PHOTOS: Memorable moments from the 2024 Paralympics
Quick Glance: Unforgettable Highlights from the 2024 Paralympics
  • The 2024 Paralympics in Paris showcased historic moments, including Matt Stutzman winning gold as the first armless athlete in archery.

  • Jodie Grinham made history as the first pregnant athlete to earn a medal in archery, while Zakia Khudadadi became the first medalist from the Refugee Paralympic Team.

  • France celebrated its first gold medal in boccia with Aurelie Aubert, and Japan triumphed over the USA in wheelchair rugby.

  • More than 4,000 athletes competed, with the games concluding in a ceremony, and the next Paralympics set for 2028 in Los Angeles.
Markus Rehm and the dream of inclusion: Para-long jumper and gold medalist Markus Rehm lost his leg to a ship's propeller. Today, as an orthopedic mechanic ...
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Markus Rehm and the dream of inclusion
Quick Glance: Rehm Claims Fourth Paralympic Gold in Long Jump
  • Markus Rehm secured his fourth Paralympic gold in Paris with a jump of 8.13 meters, marking a historic achievement for German sports.

  • Silver was awarded to the USA's Derek Loccident, with Jarryd Wallace taking home the bronze medal.

  • Rehm has remained undefeated for 14 years, accumulating 16 gold medals across international championships.

  • Despite initial challenges in 2024, Rehm demonstrated his dominance by winning four out of six attempts.
Dirty water in River Seine forces postponement of para triathlon events: Health chiefs on Sunday postponed Paralympics triathlon competitions after tests ...
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Dirty water in River Seine forces postponement of para triathlon events
Quick Glance: Paralympic Triathlon Delayed Due to Seine Pollution
  • Para triathlon events at the Paralympic Games in Paris have been postponed to September 2 due to declining water quality in the Seine after rainfall.

  • The men's triathlon at the Paris Olympics was also postponed due to increased bacteria levels in the river.

  • Organizers reported that tests indicated a decrease in water quality following the recent rains.

  • Initially scheduled for two days, the 11 para triathlon medal events will now take place on September 1, with September 2 and 3 reserved as contingency days.
Olympic boxer Imane Khelif on Vogue cover? That's fan art | Fact check: The image of the magazine cover is a digital fabrication that wasn't published under the ...
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Olympic boxer Imane Khelif on Vogue cover? That's fan art | Fact check
Egypt’s Safaa Hassan Shines with Bronze in Powerlifting at 2024 Paralympics: Egypt’s impressive run at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris continued today as ...
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Egypt’s Safaa Hassan Shines with Bronze in Powerlifting at 2024 ...
ParalympicsGB create history with record-breaking gold medal haul at Paris 2024: The key stories you missed on Sunday at the Paris Paralympics
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ParalympicsGB create history with record-breaking gold medal haul at Paris ...
Sade Returns With New Music Dedicated to Her Transgender Son: Sade’s song will be featured on a collaborative album benefiting transgender and non-binary artists ...
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Sade Returns With New Music Dedicated to Her Transgender Son
Uganda’s late Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei honoured at Paris Paralympics 2024: Cheptegei died on Thursday, four days after her partner attacked her in the latest ...
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Uganda’s late Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei honoured at Paris Paralympics ...
Paralympics: Three golds, two silvers, two bronzes for Germany: "Team D" climbs the medal table. The swimmers Elena Semechin and Taliso Engel as well as shooter ...
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Paralympics: Three golds, two silvers, two bronzes for Germany
Iowa’s ‘Armless Archer’ wins gold at Paralympics in Paris: These are the fourth and final Paralympic games for Fairfield’s Matt Stutzman
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Iowa’s ‘Armless Archer’ wins gold at Paralympics in Paris
Audience with a diva: Hanna Schygulla is an icon of European cinema. On a hot summer's day in Paris, she stood in front of fashion photographer Juergen Teller's ...
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Audience with a diva
Forgotten phone costs Italian rower bronze medal: Italian rower Giacomo Perini was disqualified and lost his Paralympics bronze medal after he was found with a ...
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Forgotten phone costs Italian rower bronze medal
Quick Glance: Rower's Disqualification Over Forgotten Phone
  • Italian rower Giacomo Perini was disqualified and lost his Paralympics bronze medal after a mobile phone was found on his boat.

  • Perini, who finished third in the PR1 men's single sculls, claimed it was an oversight and he never used the phone for communication.

  • World Rowing stated that Perini violated rules prohibiting communication devices during the race.

  • The Italian Rowing Federation appealed the decision, which was rejected, and they are preparing to challenge it with the World Rowing Executive Board.
Paralympian Oksana Masters says she represents both the US and Ukraine as she competes in Paris - The World from PRX
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Paralympian Oksana Masters says she represents both the US and Ukraine as ...
Which were the best moments of the Paris Paralympics?: Around 4,400 athletes from 184 nations participated in the 17th edition of the Paralympics ...
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Which were the best moments of the Paris Paralympics?
How motherhood propelled Vanessa Low to win her third gold medal: The long jumper defended her Paralympic title by smashing her own world record on her first ...
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How motherhood propelled Vanessa Low to win her third gold medal
Olympic Athlete Set On Fire By Her Boyfriend, Police Say: Uganda distance runner Rebecca Cheptegei, who competed at the Paris 2024 games, was attacked at her ...
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Olympic Athlete Set On Fire By Her Boyfriend, Police Say
Quick Glance: Ugandan Athlete Suffered Severe Burns from Attack
  • Rebecca Cheptegei, a Ugandan athlete, was attacked and set on fire by her boyfriend on September 1, 2024, resulting in severe burns.

  • Cheptegei, who finished 44th in the 2024 Olympics, was assaulted in her home located in Trans Nzoia County.

  • Her boyfriend, Dickson Ndiema, also sustained injuries and both are currently receiving treatment at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital.

  • Reports indicate that the couple had been arguing over land issues prior to the violent incident.
Australian Breaker Raygun Breaks Silence on Paris Olympics: Raygun speaks! The Australian breaker gave her first post-Olympics interview. She maintains that she ...
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Australian Breaker Raygun Breaks Silence on Paris Olympics
Paris 2024 Paralympics: Sarah Storey wins road time trial for 18th gold: Sarah Storey beat French hope Heidi Gaugain in the road cycling time trial to win her ...
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Paris 2024 Paralympics: Sarah Storey wins road time trial for 18th gold
Transgender at the Paralympics: The runner who used to be a man: After much excitement beforehand, Valentina Petrillo, who used to practice her sport as a man ...
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Transgender at the Paralympics: The runner who used to be a man
Paralympics 2024 in Paris:Thomas "TiggerTom" Frühwirth wins Austria's next medal: After Natalija Eder and Florian Brungraber, silver is the third ÖPC medal in ...
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Paralympics 2024 in Paris:Thomas
Paris bike revolution: recipe for success for urban mobility in Switzerland?: In just a few years, the French metropolis has managed to transform itself into a ...
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Paris bike revolution: recipe for success for urban mobility in ...
Quick Glance: Paris as a Model for Swiss Cycling Infrastructure?
  • Paris has transformed from a cycling nightmare to a cycling paradise in just a few years, while Swiss cities like Zurich struggle to create adequate bike lanes.

  • The Mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo, has significantly increased bicycle usage through political action and investments in cycling infrastructure during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • In contrast to the broad, well-planned bike paths in Paris, Swiss cities are hampered by narrow streets and historical layouts, complicating the expansion of cycling lanes.

  • The discussion surrounding transportation policy in Switzerland reveals a tension between various interests, as the push for cycling promotion often faces resistance, highlighting the need for more space for cyclists.
Photo of the day: Paris 2024 Summer Paralympics: Photo of the day: Paris 2024 Summer Paralympics. Forbes India is your destination for business, stock market ...
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Photo of the day: Paris 2024 Summer Paralympics
Abdul Latif Romly wins silver in Paris Paralympics: PETALING JAYA: Datuk Abdul Latif Romly’s bid for his third straight Paralympics gold medal in the Long Jump ...
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Abdul Latif Romly wins silver in Paris Paralympics
Paris 2024 Paralympics: India’s full schedule on Day 4: Paris 2024 Paralympics, Day 4 Schedule: India’s Avani Lekhara will be in action in R3 Mixed 10m Air Rifle ...
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Paris 2024 Paralympics: India’s full schedule on Day 4
Quick Glance: India Aims for Medals at Paralympics Day 4
  • On Day 4 of the Paralympics, India aims to secure more medals, highlighted by shooter Avani Lekhara's participation.

  • Events kick off at noon with para badminton and continue throughout the day into the night.

  • Key competitions include finals in para shooting, para athletics, and para badminton semifinals.

  • The day concludes with finals in para athletics and para table tennis.
Ezra Frech wins more gold; US 400m runners finish 1-2 again: Team USA’s Jaydin Blackwell and Ryan Medrano won gold and silver in the T38 men’s 400-meter race ...
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Ezra Frech wins more gold; US 400m runners finish 1-2 again
Noah Malone wins gold medal at Paris Paralympics in 100 meters: The 22-year-old Hamilton Southeastern and Indiana State alum had initially finished second in the ...
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Noah Malone wins gold medal at Paris Paralympics in 100 meters
World's second tallest man has to sleep on floor at Paris Paralympics: Morteza Mehrzadselakjani, better known as Mehrzad, spent five years alone in his ...
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World's second tallest man has to sleep on floor at Paris Paralympics
Avignon pensioner Gisele Pelicot waives her anonymity in mass rape trial that has horrified France
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Avignon pensioner Gisele Pelicot waives her anonymity in mass rape trial ...
Quick Glance: France's Shocking Case of Drugging and Rape Unfolds
  • A man is accused of drugging his wife for years and inviting dozens of men to rape her.

  • The trial in Avignon involves 51 men, including the husband, highlighting the societal impact of the case.

  • Many defendants deny the charges, raising critical questions about consent and the culture surrounding sexual violence.

  • The case emphasizes the issue of 'chemical submission' and the urgent need to redefine consent in sexual matters.