‘It’s a miracle that I’m living’: Leary breaks world record, dances on medal dais
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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.
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‘Just give her a bit of sunlight’: The remarkable journey of a Paralympic champion
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Australian swimmer celebrates gold after fortune teller prediction: Three years after surviving a horrific bike accident, Australian Paralympic swimmer Alexa ...
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‘Just give her a bit of sunlight’: The remarkable journey of a Paralympic champion
theage.com.au/sport/swimming/just-give-her-a-bit-of-sunlight-the-remarkable-journey-of-a-paralympic-champion-20240905-p5k8az.html
‘It’s a miracle that I’m living’: Leary breaks world record, dances on medal dais
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Alexa Leary wins gold and breaks world record twice on day seven at Paris Paralympics
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Paris Paralympics 2024: Australian swimmer Alexa Leary wins 100m freestyle gold, breaks world record
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Alexa Leary reacts to her record-breaking win: 9News Latest Stories Season 2024, Short Video
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Aussie swimmer celebrates gold after fortune teller prediction: THREE years after surviving a horrific bike accident, Australian Paralympic swimmer Alexa Leary ...
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Australia’s Alexa Leary lives her best ‘second life’ with gold medal in Paralympic pool
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WATCH: 'F--k yes!' Leary's priceless reaction after realising she just smashed WR in gold medal swim
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‘Just give her a bit of sunlight’: The remarkable journey of a Paralympic champion
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Australian swimmer celebrates gold after fortune teller prediction: Three years after surviving a horrific bike accident, Australian Paralympic swimmer Alexa ...
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‘Just give her a bit of sunlight’: The remarkable journey of a Paralympic champion
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‘It’s a miracle that I’m living’: Leary breaks world record, dances on medal dais
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Alexa Leary wins gold and breaks world record twice on day seven at Paris Paralympics
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Paris Paralympics 2024: Australian swimmer Alexa Leary wins 100m freestyle gold, breaks world record
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Alexa Leary reacts to her record-breaking win: 9News Latest Stories Season 2024, Short Video
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Aussie swimmer celebrates gold after fortune teller prediction: THREE years after surviving a horrific bike accident, Australian Paralympic swimmer Alexa Leary ...
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Australia’s Alexa Leary lives her best ‘second life’ with gold medal in Paralympic pool
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WATCH: 'F--k yes!' Leary's priceless reaction after realising she just smashed WR in gold medal swim
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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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Quick Glance: Mockridge Faces Backlash: Career Implications Ahead
- Luke Mockridge's planned show on Sat.1 has been paused due to offensive comments made about disabled individuals.
- His history of pushing boundaries has previously jeopardized his career, especially following sexual assault allegations in 2021.
- Despite expressing remorse and undergoing psychiatric treatment, his career remains controversial, with significant negative backlash to the recent incidents.
- It is currently uncertain whether Sat.1 will air the show at a later date.
Paris 2024: France's many post-Games challenges: The Olympic and Paralympic Games organization has been widely acclaimed, but assessing the event's legacy will ...
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Quick Glance: Team USA's Paralympic Challenges and Future Prospects
- Team USA has significantly lagged in the Paralympic medal table compared to the Olympics, averaging fourth place since 2000.
- Historically dominant from 1976 to 1996, the American Paralympic team now faces tough competition, particularly from China.
- Limited media coverage of the Paralympics in the US leads to reduced visibility and a lack of role models for aspiring athletes.
- The upcoming 2028 Paralympics in Los Angeles presents an opportunity to enhance awareness and acceptance of para-sports in the US.
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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Paris 2024 ends like it began, with a French touch party: The closing ceremony of the Paralympic Games took place on Sunday at the Stade de France ...
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PM confirms nationwide social media ban: Anthony Albanese has declared “enough is enough” and is set to roll the dice on age limits for social media accounts for ...
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Quick Glance: Nationwide Social Media Ban for Kids Planned
- Anthony Albanese announced plans to establish age limits for children's social media accounts to enhance their safety.
- A definitive law is expected to be introduced before the next election in 2025, with a nationwide approach under consideration.
- The initiative is likely to receive bipartisan support amid concerns about the misuse of social media by criminals.
- Albanese emphasized the importance of protecting young people's mental health and reassured parents of government support.
Emotional Imane Khelif slams 'cruel' Elon Musk for attack during Olympics gender controversy
nypost.com/2024/09/08/sports/imane-khelif-slams-elon-musk-for-attack-during-olympics-gender-controversy/
Quick Glance: Imane Khelif Critiques Elon Musk in Tearful Interview
- Imane Khelif condemned Elon Musk for facilitating a 'cruel' campaign of abuse against her during the Olympic Games in Paris.
- Despite being cleared to compete, Khelif faced constant online harassment, especially after her victory in women's boxing.
- Musk amplified the attacks by sharing a post criticizing her participation, contributing to the online hate she received.
- Khelif has filed a lawsuit against X for cyber harassment and seeks an investigation into those responsible for the abuse.
Paralympics 2024: Navdeep Singh's silver upgraded to gold after dramatic men's javelin throw F41 final
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Aussie boyfriend trend that has to stop now: “There is nothing more disrespectful than an Australian man talking to his girlfriend,” a young influencer has ...
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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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Breakdancer Raygun now ranked world number one after Paris Olympics controversy: The Rachael “Raygun” Gunn drama has taken arguably its biggest twist yet after ...
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Upset at the Paralympics: In the video: Blind athlete helps her guide and loses bronze in tears
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Smiggle boss John Cheston fired for ‘serious misconduct’: Mr Cheston is due to become CEO of Australian jewellery retailer Lovisa.
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Viral Australian breakdancer Raygun stands by her moves in first post-Olympic interview
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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.
Paralympic athlete stripped of gold medal for displaying banned flag: An Iranian Paralympic athlete was controversially stripped of his gold medal after ...
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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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‘My heart is broken’: Nicole Kidman confirms mum Janelle’s death: She carved her own path and wanted her daughters to have the same opportunity ...
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Quick Glance: Nicole Kidman Grieves Mother During Venice Award Ceremony
- Nicole Kidman was awarded the Volpi Cup for Best Actress at the Venice Film Festival but could not attend due to her mother's passing.
- Her mother, Janelle Ann Kidman, died at the age of 84, with Kidman learning the news shortly after arriving in Venice.
- In a statement read by director Halina Reijn, Kidman dedicated the award to her mother, expressing her heartbreak over the loss.
- Jury president Isabelle Huppert also conveyed condolences during a press conference, emphasizing that Kidman was missed.
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US Open: Jannik Sinner storms to his second major title!: After the Australian Open, Jannik Sinner has now also won the US Open 2024. The South Tyrolean won the ...
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Quick Glance: Sinner Becomes First Italian to Win U.S. Open
- Jannik Sinner claimed victory over Taylor Fritz with a score of 6-3, 6-4, 7-5, making history as the first Italian man to win the U.S. Open.
- Despite facing doping allegations prior to the tournament, Sinner focused on his performance, securing his second Grand Slam title after winning the Australian Open.
- Fritz struggled with 34 unforced errors, failing to leverage the home crowd's support in his first major final.
- Sinner leaves New York with a remarkable 55-5 win-loss record for the year while continuing to address doping controversies.
Aussie duo rewrite tennis’ record books: Australian duo Max Purcell and Jordan Thompson have clinched their first grand slam crown after a stellar win in the US ...
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Quick Glance: Sabalenka Triumphs Over Pegula at US Open
- Aryna Sabalenka claimed her first U.S. Open title by defeating Jessica Pegula 7-5, 7-5 in the final.
- Sabalenka overcame breaks in both sets and secured victory by breaking Pegula in the final game.
- Despite a strong performance from Pegula, she struggled with her equipment and could not match Sabalenka's power.
- Emotional after her win, Sabalenka reflected on her journey and inspired others to persist in their dreams.
Lipscomb runner wins bronze in 2024 Paris Paralympics: Liza Corso, an incoming senior at the school, completed the 1500m race, crossing the finish line in 3rd ...
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International hunt for man who poured hot coffee on Australian baby: Australian police on Monday said they had launched an international search for a man accused ...
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Macron appoints Michel Barnier as prime minister: The appointment of the EU's former Brexit negotiator comes after almost two months of deadlock following ...
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Quick Glance: Protests Erupt Over Michel Barnier's PM Appointment
- Protests occurred in Nantes against Michel Barnier's appointment as prime minister by President Macron.
- The left-wing opposition is upset over the rejection of their candidate Lucie Castets and is calling for nationwide mobilizations.
- Barnier indicated his willingness to include ministers from various political backgrounds, including the left.
- Without support from National Rally, Barnier may struggle to secure a parliamentary majority.
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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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.
Rebecca Cheptegei feared for her life before Olympics: At the heart of the problem was a house she said she had built but her former boyfriend wanted to take it ...
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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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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.
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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Westpac appoints Anthony Miller as new chief executive officer: Westpac has appointed Anthony Miller as chief executive officer and managing director ...
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Paralympics: Greifswald's Lindy Ave takes bronze after maternity leave: Gold in Tokyo, then the birth of her son, now the comeback in Paris: After two years ...
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Paris wants to honor late Ugandan Olympian Cheptegei by naming sports venue after her
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Part-time on way out as Australians opt for ‘flexible work’ instead: Women are voting with their feet in a move to flexible full-time rather than traditional ...
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Paralympian Comes Out As Gay After Competing In Paris: 'Another Fight Awaits Me': France's Dimitri Pavadé made the announcement just days after his fourth-place ...
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Paris Paralympics 2024: Australian wheelchair racing legend Madison de Rozario wins silver in women's T54 marathon, reveales dad's death
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The Olympic and Paralympic Games through the eyes of foreign media: 'Parisians remembered what an extraordinary place their city is'
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France back to winning ways with 2-0 success against Belgium: France overcame a slow start to beat neighbours Belgium 2-0 on Monday as Randal Kolo Muani’s ...
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'Will win each battle with people's blessings': Vinesh Phogat as she starts poll campaign from Julana
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Quick Glance: Phogat Calls for Legal Action Against Critics
- Vinesh Phogat stated that individuals celebrating her Olympic loss should be tried for sedition.
- The former wrestler criticized the lack of support from BJP leaders following her disqualification, asserting that her medal represented the entire nation.
- Phogat also confronted former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who accused her of cheating during the trials.
- Phogat, who stepped away from wrestling after her disqualification, will run as a candidate for the INC in the upcoming elections.
Two-time Paralympic gold medallist Bonnie to take short rest before training for world meet
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Fatma Elyan Secures Silver Medal In Women’s Powerlifting at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games
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Australia's Domino's served with class action on 'misleading' Japan market comments
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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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How two Bergedorf women experience the Paralympics in Paris: Janne (l.) and Neele Ludwig from Bergedorf at the 2024 Paralympics in Paris.
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Aussie duo Purcell and Thompson win U.S. Open men's doubles title: They are the first all-Australian team to win a U.S. Open men's doubles title since 1996.
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Outrage as runner loses medal 2m from line: The Paralympics has ended in a heartbreaking note with outrage surrounding the disqualification of a marathon runner ...
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No change of plan for Deschamps despite France's defeat by Italy: France coach Didier Deschamps will stick to his plans to make multiple changes and will rotate ...
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Unexpected scenes at metal band’s Oz show: A video from Iron Maiden’s packed out Australian show has gone viral for all the wrong reasons.
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Paris seeks Unesco cultural heritage status for iconic zinc rooftops: The French culture ministry wants to etch the unique zinc-plated rooftops of Paris and ...
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Athlete stripped of gold over banned flag: Iranian Paralympic athlete Sadegh Beit Sayah has been stripped of his gold medal over a banned flag.
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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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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.
Australian breaker Raygun says she felt ‘panic’ after public ridicule to her Olympic performance – Chicago Tribune
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Morocco’s El Idrissi wraps up Paris Paralympics with marathon world record: Fatima Ezzahra El Idrissi of Morocco set a new world record in the women’s marathon ...
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Eiffel family calls for removing Olympic rings from iconic Paris tower: The family of the legendary engineer behind the Eiffel Tower has said they have spoken to ...
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American Paralympic champion Hunter Woodhall drew ‘confidence’ from his wife’s Olympic gold medal
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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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Rebecca Cheptegei: Paris to honour Ugandan Olympian set on fire by ex-boyfriend: Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei died on Thursday after being doused in petrol ...
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Paralympics: How India went from one medal in 2012 to 29 in Paris: India's impressive show in Paris has delighted many but there is plenty more to do.
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2024 Paralympics ends with light show and two world records: Spectators paid tribute to Ugandan Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei, who died on Thursday after she ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/09/09/2024-paris-paralympics-closes-with-two-world-records-set-on-final-day
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 ...
reuters.com/sports/chess-carlsen-beats-niemann-first-encounter-since-cheating-scandal-2024-09-07/
Show of power as Bonnie shatters world record to win Paralympics gold: PETALING JAYA: World record holder, three-time world champion and now a two-time ...
thestar.com.my/sport/others/2024/09/06/show-of-power-as-bonnie-shatters-world-record-to-win-paralympics-gold
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Open-top bus parade for Team Singapore Paralympians to be held on Sep 14: SINGAPORE: An open-top bus parade to celebrate Team Singapore's Paralympians will ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/team-singapore-paris-2024-paralympics-bus-parade-4596301
Quick Glance: Warm Welcome for Singapore's Paralympians
- The 10-member Team Singapore received a warm welcome at Changi Airport on September 10 from around 100 family members and fans.
- The athletes, who won three medals including two golds in Paris, were greeted by Minister Edwin Tong.
- Yip Pin Xiu successfully defended her titles, solidifying her status as Singapore's top para-athlete.
- An open-top bus parade is scheduled for September 14 to celebrate the athletes' achievements.
Pawel Durow: Telegram founder Durow promises improvement in moderation: In the wake of Telegram founder Durow's arrest in Paris, which lasted for days ...
handelsblatt.com/politik/international/pawel-durow-telegram-gruender-durow-verspricht-besserung-bei-moderation/100066733.html
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.
Paralympic flame extinguished: "Most spectacular games of all time": The Paralympics ended with a colorful ceremony in Paris on Sunday evening ...
tageblatt.lu/sport/paralympische-flamme-erloschen-spektakulaerste-spiele-aller-zeiten/
Surfer Caroline Marks took off six months from pro tour. Now she's better than ever.
usatoday.com/story/sports/2024/09/06/caroline-marks-world-surfing-league-final/75087353007/
Michel Barnier’s new secret EU mission: Can the former chief Brexit negotiator, now France’s prime minister, grease the wheels on budget talks with Brussels?
politico.eu/article/french-prime-minister-michel-barnier-france-budget-debt/
Storey wins 19th Paralympic gold medal to extend British record: Sarah Storey picked up her 19th Paralympic gold medal on Friday, winning the women's C4-5 road ...
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"Neighbours Called Me A Monkey": Deepthi Jeevanji On Tough Road To Paris Paralympics 2024 Medal | Olympics News
sports.ndtv.com/paralympic-games-2024/neighbours-called-me-a-monkey-deepthi-jeevanji-on-tough-road-to-paris-paralympics-2024-medal-6527513
Team USA finished 3rd in the Paralympic medal count. Here are the highlights: The U.S. placed third in the overall medal count, behind China and Great Britain ...
npr.org/2024/09/09/nx-s1-5105888/paralympics-2024-usa-medal-count
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 ...
aljazeera.com/sports/2024/9/8/ugandas-late-olympian-rebecca-cheptegei-honoured-at-paris-paralympics-2024
AP photographer finds beauty at the Paralympics by capturing what's 'not there': Morenatti combines his personal experience of losing a leg with his photography ...
euronews.com/culture/2024/09/09/ap-photographer-finds-beauty-at-the-paralympics-by-capturing-whats-not-there
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 ...
egyptianstreets.com/2024/09/05/mohamed-elmenyawy-wins-egypts-first-gold-at-2024-paralympics-in-paris/
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 ...
thestar.com.my/sport/athletics/2024/09/08/abdul-latif-romly-wins-silver-in-paris-paralympics
Heroes welcome for Team Ireland after Paralympics: Athletes who competed for Team Ireland in the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games have arrived at Dublin Airport.
rte.ie/news/ireland/2024/0909/1469050-paris-paralympic-games/
Paris Paralympics 2024: Simran finishes 4th in 100m final: Accompanied by her guide Abhay Singh, Simran clocked 12.31 seconds and finished fourth.
indianexpress.com/article/sports/sport-others/paris-paralympics-2024-simran-finishes-4th-in-100m-final-9553064/
Paris Paralympics 2024: Australian sprinter James Turner wins 100m gold: PARIS: Australian sprinter James Turner's quest for double Paralympic gold in the ...
nine.com.au/sport/paralympics/paris-athletics-james-turner-australia-gold-medal-results-time-video-aus-20240907-p5k8pq.html
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Global hunt for man who poured hot coffee on Australian baby - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/world/asia/global-hunt-for-man-who-poured-hot-coffee-on-australian-baby
Quick Glance: Suspect in baby scalding incident escapes identification
- A 33-year-old foreign national, who scalded a nine-month-old boy with hot coffee, left Australia just 12 hours after he was identified by police.
- Investigators faced challenges in the case due to the suspect's counter-surveillance tactics.
- The man, described as an 'itinerant worker', had been in Australia on various visas since 2019, previously residing in New South Wales and Victoria.
- The injured baby was released from the hospital while police continue efforts to secure the suspect's return to face justice.
France asks EU to let it delay submitting budget deficit plan, La Tribune reports
reuters.com/world/europe/france-asks-eu-let-it-delay-submitting-budget-deficit-plan-la-tribune-reports-2024-09-08/
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.
sports.ndtv.com/webstories/sports/high-jumper-praveen-kumar-wins-paralympic-gold-23850
Paralympian Oksana Masters says she represents both the US and Ukraine as she competes in Paris - The World from PRX
theworld.org/stories/2024/09/04/paralympian-oksana-masters-says-she-represents-both-the-us-and-ukraine-as-she-competes-in-paris
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 ...
indianexpress.com/article/sports/sport-others/neeraj-chopra-qualifies-for-diamond-league-final-9553194/
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