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Paris was in a frenzy over the Olympics.But things will be very different when the “young people of the world” gather in Los Angeles four years from now.Two of the most controversial sports of the past two weeks may be gone.Destruction is absolutely impossible.The sport has already been removed from the program and there is no guarantee it will return in the future.”It was especially disappointing when they decided it wasn’t going to happen in LA before we had a chance to perform it,” said Australian B-girl Rachel “Raegun” Gunn.”I think it may have been a little too soon. I…

Bob Pockrass FOX NASCAR Insider RICHMOND, Va. — Austin Dillon controversially clinched a spot in the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series playoffs on Sunday by crashing both Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin on the final lap at Richmond Raceway.Dillon had a comfortable lead when the caution came out with two laps to go, setting up a two-lap dash to the finish. Logano started next to Dillon and took the lead on the restart.Going into the final two corners, Dillon got behind Logano, who spun, then Hamlin slipped up the inside of Dillon, causing Dillon to run down the track and make…

Clinical Nurse Manager Amy Sawin (left) discusses the importance of preventive testing with Health and Wellness Day attendees. (Photo by Gwen Sawer) PARKERSBURG — WVU Medicine Camden Clark held its annual Health and Wellness Day Saturday at the Health and Wellness Center, located at 2804 Birch Street. The focus of the day was preventive care and a variety of tests and resources from WVU Medicine and its partners, with 20 vendors providing materials on helplines, warning signs to watch out for and where to get additional care. “The biggest thing we’re offering right now is cost…

While parts of the East Coast are still recovering from the destruction caused by the remains of Hurricane Debbie, the next Atlantic front is developing into a tropical storm.According to the National Hurricane Center’s latest “Probable Track” forecast, potential Tropical Depression No. 5 formed 875 miles east-southeast of Antigua and is moving west-northwest at 23 mph, with several Caribbean islands in its sights, including the U.S. Virgin Islands.The potential cyclone is intensifying quickly, and the center said it will likely be named a tropical depression by the end of Monday, which would mark the next Atlantic storm to be given…

Matt Damon was all smiles as he enjoyed a love-filled shopping spree with his wife Luciana Barroso in the picturesque town of Byron Bay in New South Wales over the weekend.The 53-year-old Oscar-winning actor looked effortlessly stylish as he strolled around the laid-back seaside town, and it was clear he was enjoying quality time with his loved ones.Matt, who has long been known for his effortless charm, donned a casual yet chic outfit for the occasion. You might also like Matt Damon’s blended family He was wearing a casual, unbuttoned black dress shirt with a subtle pattern on it, over…

PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) — It was a quintessential Colorado shopping experience for families affected by breast cancer: This weekend, they shopped for free at Pueblo Mall. The Becky Baker Foundation began preparing for the event at the beginning of the summer, and founder Rick Baker said some people even brought their families from Denver to attend the event. “I haven’t been able to buy my son any toys for over a year because I’ve been battling breast cancer. [and] “She can’t afford it. She walked out here today with two bags full of toys, and seeing the smile on her…

Here’s what the drivers had to say after Sunday night’s Cup race at Richmond Raceway.Austin Dillon — Winner: “It feels good to win, even though it’s the first time. After this season, God blessed us today. It was unfortunate when the caution came out because the No. 3 Bass Pro Shops Chevy was fast. I knew it was going to be rough, but coming into the last corner I just went hard. This was our opportunity. You don’t get an opportunity like that very often. All our partners, my family and RCR want for us is to go hard and…

SALT LAKE CITY — Nearly two months have passed since Disney and Pixar released their latest film, “Inside Out 2,” giving millions of audiences time to digest the experience.The latest installment in the Inside Out series takes viewers on a journey through the mind of protagonist Riley as she enters her teenage years. It follows on from the first film, which introduced the core emotions embodied by the character: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust. The sequel introduces more complex emotions such as Anxiety, Envy, Ennui and Embarrassment.In an attempt to create a “new Riley,” Anxiety enlists the help of…

Starlink satellite internet is revolutionizing remote working from almost anywhere, including luxury cruise ships, which is great news for our busy professional clients. While travel advisors are used to working while on cruises (it’s part of the job, after all), the vastly improved connectivity on luxury cruise ships has led to a rise in the digital nomad trend across the board. Full speed ahead with Silver Nova Otium Suite. Ponant is just one of many cruise lines that have invested in Starlink high-speed internet since it was introduced in 2019. Starlink is part of the SpaceX system (Elon Musk’s company…

Yulia Kuzmina’s way of helping her country is by working on the power grid.Kuzmina, 32, is training to be an electrician in the eastern Ukrainian city of Kamianske.”It’s a tough job,” she told Business Insider. “You’re responsible for the lives of the people who work there. You have to carefully consider everything and make sure the lines aren’t live before you issue a work order.”Kuzmina is one of many women joining the essential service as the war with Russia progresses.Between January and May, the number of employed women rose from about 45,000 to about 48,000, and that figure is likely…