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LAKE MARY, Fla. – People in the city of Lake Mary and throughout Central Florida are in the mix to celebrate the Lake Mary Little League All-Stars on Saturday. The city of Lake Mary is currently planning a “once in a lifetime” celebration for its team after defeating Chinese Taipei, 2-1, on Sunday for the Little League World Series title. John Gryglewicz lives in Longwood. He and his friends from Port Orange were ecstatic about the Lake Mary Little League team’s big win. “I think it’s amazing on a world level that they’ve achieved this status. It’s unbelievable,” Gryglewicz said,…

Serene panoramic views, picturesque accommodation and the legendary Parabolica. Explore Italy in the run up to the Italian Grand Prix with our global luxury luggage partner, Globe-Trotter. With the thrilling Formula 1 season attracting audiences from all over the world, next up is Italy, a country famous for its fine cuisine, Roman history, fashion and high-performance motorsports. With summer drawing to a close, there’s no better time to travel to Italy.There’s nothing quite like visiting the legendary Italian Grand Prix. Monza is one of the most iconic circuits in motor racing lore, with a history spanning more than 100 years.…

The world’s oldest person, John Alfred Tinniswood, has turned 112 in a nursing home in Merseyside. According to The Guardian, Tinniswood, who was born in 1912, attributes his longevity to simple good fortune and a simple routine: eating fish and chips every Friday.Earlier this year, Tinniswood became the world’s oldest man following the death of 114-year-old Juan Vicente Pérez from Venezuela. Already the UK’s oldest man since 2020, Tinniswood reflected on his rich life experiences and offered advice to the younger generation.Lifelong Liverpool FC fan and war veteranTinniswood is an avid Liverpool football fan, born in the city just 20…

Hell hasn’t frozen over yet, but Oasis has reformed. Now, 15 years after their breakup, brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher have apparently put their differences aside and announced a series of concerts in the UK and Ireland in 2025. The group announced the Oasis Live ’25 tour early Tuesday morning, but details of the North American dates have yet to be announced, and it’s unclear which original band members will join the Gallagher brothers. Oasis are scheduled to play shows in Cardiff, Manchester, London, Edinburgh and Dublin in the summer of 2025. According to a press release, these will be…

By Tim HefferPARIS (Reuters) – British Paralympian John McFaul will stand up for sport and space this week after becoming the first physically disabled person approved by the European Space Agency to take part in future missions.The 43-year-old surgeon, who won 100m bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Paralympics, is in France to support Team GB at the Paris Games and show how elite athletes can overcome even the most difficult obstacles.”I think sport has always been a very powerful tool for making people aware of what anyone can do, but now that Paralympic sports is getting so much more…

Really supportIndependent journalismClick here for detailsCloseOur mission is to provide unbiased, fact-based journalism that holds power accountable and exposes the truth.Every donation counts, whether it’s $5 or $50.Support us to deliver journalism without purpose.The world’s oldest man, John Tinniswood, has turned 112 in a care home in Southport, Merseyside.Mr Tinniswood, who was born in Liverpool on August 26, 1912, the day the Titanic sank, became the world’s oldest man in April and says he attributes his longevity to “pure luck”.When asked how it felt to be 112 years old, he told Guinness World Records (GWR): “To be honest, it doesn’t…

On Monday, GM Alireza Firouzja defeated GM Ding Liren in the 2024 Sinquefield Cup to extend his lead to one point with two rounds remaining. GM Fabiano Caruana is the only player within striking distance of a clear second place. GM Nodirbek Abdusatlov used a combination of strategic and tactical ideas to defeat GM Wesley Soh and claim his first classic win at GCT. The Sinquefield Cup will see its eighth round take place on Tuesday, August 27th at 2pm EST / 8pm CEST / 11:30pm IST. Round 7 results Image: St. Louis Chess Club. Rankings at the end of…

On Monday, GM Alireza Firouzja defeated GM Ding Liren in the 2024 Sinquefield Cup to extend his lead to one point with two rounds remaining. GM Fabiano Caruana is the only player within striking distance of a clear second place. GM Nodirbek Abdusatlov used a combination of strategic and tactical ideas to defeat GM Wesley Soh and claim his first classic win at GCT. The Sinquefield Cup will see its eighth round take place on Tuesday, August 27th at 2pm EST / 8pm CEST / 11:30pm IST. Round 7 results Image: St. Louis Chess Club. Rankings at the end of…

{KXLG – Watertown, South Dakota} A local taxidermist has taken home a prestigious silver medal on the international stage. Justin Bach, owner and operator of Bach Taxidermy in Watertown, South Dakota, won second place in the white-tailed deer division at the 2024 World Taxidermy Show in Coralville, Iowa. Bach’s achievement is a testament to his skill and dedication as a craftsman. Winning the silver medal in the White-tailed Deer category out of over 70 submissions is a major achievement. This was Bach’s first time competing at the World Taxidermy Show, a global competition showcasing the best taxidermy work from around…

Nate MarreroOrlando Sentinel CorrespondentIt was a hero’s welcome for the Little League World Series champions as they returned to the Lake Mary Sports Complex.The Lake Mary All-Star team returned home on Monday, a day after defeating Chinese Taipei, 2-1 in overtime, in the LLWS championship game in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania.”Run This Town” by Jay-Z, Rihanna and Kanye West played in the background as the cheering crowd echoed around the stadium as they waited to crown the world champion in the 11- to 12-year-old competition.After being separated by more than 1,000 miles, they were reunited at the same spot that served…