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World reacts to ‘worst ever’ ceremony
The rumours about the Opening Ceremony all suggested the $1.5 billion spectacle was going to blow the world away. The rumours were very wrong.
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Protests ruin Paris’ most exclusive event
A stunning array of sports, acting and singing royalty packed an exclusive Paris event before it was interrupted by a very specific protest.
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France gets conditional approval to host 2030 winter Olympics
Just two days before the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony kicks off, France was granted conditional approval to host the 2030 Winter Olympics. Set to take place in the French Alps, the green light was given by the International Olympic Committee on Wednesday under the condition that the next prime minister gives a financial “guarantee” for hosting the Games.
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'We are ready', Macron says as France gears up for Paris Olympics amid tight security
'We are ready', Macron says as France gears up for Paris Olympics amid tight security
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‘Shameful’ threat throws Olympics into chaos
The opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics has sparked renewed controversy for the event a week out from the Games kicking off.
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‘Animals’: Messi in tears after total insanity
Lionel Messi broke down in tears and riot police stormed the stadium as chaos ensued during Monday’s Copa America final.
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France crash out of Euro 2024, Spain goes through to final
Spain defeated France 2-1 on Tuesday to reach the Euro 2024 final, their first at a major tournament for 12 years. They will face the Netherlands or England. Spaniard Lamine Yamal became the youngest-ever player to score in a Euro at just 16 years old.
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John Cena announces he will retire in 2025; WrestleMania 41 will be his last
We won't C him after 'Mania 41.
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World roasts ‘mortifying’ debate moment
Of all the topics and trash talk expected in the first Presidential debate, this was a moment no one had on their bingo card.
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One month from the Paris Olympics, tests reveal the River Seine is still unfit for swimming
The latest water quality tests on the Seine show that the the river is still too polluted to swim in. And with a range of water sports scheduled to take place along the Seine in central Paris during next month's Olympic Games, organisers are hoping that the July sun will be enough to make the river fit for the world's top athletes.
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French revolution: Atlanta Hawks select Zaccharie Risacher with No 1 pick in NBA draft
- Second consecutive French player to go No 1 overall
- Center Alex Sarr selected by Washington at No 2
- Three French players drafted in top six picks
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Paris organisers unable to confirm Olympic swimming events for Seine – with one month to go
The Seine is set to be a star feature of the Paris Olympics, but with just one month remaining until the opening of the games, heavy rains and pollution are keeping organisers in suspense on whether they will be able to host the open-water swimming events and a leg of the triathlon in the river.
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Searching for the Star of the N.B.A. Finals
This year’s series, between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks, featured many wonderful players but no obvious main character.
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Why Is South America’s Leading Soccer Tournament Being Played in the U.S.?
Argentina will be defending its title in Atlanta, and its first opponent will be Canada.
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Boston Celtics beat Dallas Mavericks in NBA finals to win record 18th title
- As it happened: Dallas Mavericks 88-106 Boston Celtics
- Celtics take series 4-1 after dominant playoff run
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French sports minister lauds Mbappé’s ‘absolutely exemplary’ election plea
French Sports Minister Amelie Oudéa-Castéra on Monday hailed a statement by football superstar Kylian Mbappé urging voters not to back political extremes in the upcoming snap elections as exemplary. The backing came as Spain's goalkeeper suggested Monday that it was not the French captain's place to speak up "against extremes and divisive ideas" ahead of general elections.
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Luka Dončić fouls out as Celtics beat Mavericks to move within one win of NBA title
- As it happened: Boston Celtics 106–99 Dallas Mavericks
- No team has ever recovered from 3-0 NBA finals deficit
- Dallas stage late rally but Boston hold on for win
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Celtics survive rough outside shooting to take 2-0 lead in NBA Finals
In a sign of progress, Boston found a way during a 105-98 victory over the Mavericks to claim a 2-0 lead before the series shifts to Dallas.
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