UPDATE: OLIVIA REEVES WINS GOLD. It has been 24 years since women were first allowed to compete in weightlifting at the Olympics. Team USA’s Olivia Reeves was just 3 years old when Tara Nott-Cunningham won the country’s first and only gold. Now, 21-year-old Reeves is aiming to break a world record at the Paris Olympics and if everything goes to plan, she could make history on her way to becoming one of the greatest weightlifters in U.S. history. Reeves is competing in the women’s 71kg session on Friday, Aug. 9, at 1:30 p.m. ET. You can stream live on Peacock…
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The National Eritrean Festival 2024, which also marks the 50th anniversary of the Bologna Festival, was inaugurated by President Isaias Afwerki yesterday. The opening ceremony, held in the morning, saw the attendance of Ministers, senior Government and the People’s Front for Democracy and Justice (PFDJ) officials, members of the diplomatic corps, and numerous guests. President Isaias toured the festival grounds, viewing exhibits on agricultural advancements, renewable energy, tourism, and marine resources. The displays also highlighted Eritrea’s history, culture, and the everyday lives of citizens. Further enriching the festival were showcases including a book fair, handicrafts, products from the Livestock and…
Jay Jody Drops “Red & Blue” Music Video Featuring 25K. Jay Jody is effortlessly showcasing a smooth and polished album rollout, demonstrating a remarkable ease in his approach following the success of his debut solo album, Shine O’clock. His ability to navigate this phase with such fluidity speaks to his growing confidence and refined strategy as an artist. Jay Jody Drops “Red & Blue” Music Video Featuring 25K The seamless transition from the acclaim of his debut to his current efforts highlights Jay Jody‘s skilful management of his music career and his commitment to maintaining high standards of creativity and…
AEW started the new year with a bang, adding multiple big names to its roster. However, the additions haven’t had the desired effect. The company’s television ratings continue to drop while its in-arena attendance is becoming a serious cause for concern. Part of those issues can be placed firmly at Tony Khan’s feet due to the company’s well-documented issues with booking over the last six months. Comparatively, WWE’s vastly improved product has continued to draw fans back to its programming. Here’s a look at how each of AEW’s big three additions has performed over their first six to eight months with…
Hollywood actor Tom Cruise abseiled from the roof of the Stade de France as Paris said farewell to an Olympic Games hailed as one of the most successful. Cruise descended on a wire in front of 71,500 spectators on Sunday evening, grabbed the Olympic flag and jumped on a motorbike, to the delight of athletes and fans. In a preview of what the world can expect when the games head to Los Angeles in 2028, the “Mission Impossible” star was then shown boarding a plane and skydiving into the Californian city before adorning the iconic Hollywood sign with the Olympic…
The U.S. men’s volleyball team won the bronze medal at the 2024 Olympics after beating Italy on Friday in their final match in Paris. The United States won in straight sets (3-0) with a total score of 81-75 over Italy. The match was as close as the total score would suggest. Each set was just decided by the minimum two points and neither team ever led by more than three points in the first two sets. USA’s Aaron Russell led scoring for the team with 15 points, 24 attacks, and 10 blocks. Torey DeFalco had 12 points, 32 attacks, and…
Clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces, Rapid Support Forces and elements of the Armed Struggle Movements in El Fasher have left civilians in the crossfire of a conflict that was triggered in April 2023 by rival militaries. “These clashes have devastating consequences for the civilian population,” Farhan Haq said in a statement. “The fighting will also further exacerbate humanitarian needs in and around El Fasher at a time when famine conditions have been confirmed in Zamzam camp south of El Fasher and is likely prevailing in other displacement sites in the city.” The global food monitoring initiative, the Integrated Food…
Bravo Le Roux Opens Up About Suffering From Imposter Syndrome. Bravo Le Roux has made waves in the local music scene with his distinct sound and powerful lyrics, but behind the scenes, the rising star has been grappling with a struggle that many of his fans might not expect: imposter syndrome. Bravo Le Roux Opens Up About Suffering From Imposter Syndrome Taking to Instagram, The rapper said that he got emotional after his performance over the weekend as he reflected on the suffering from imposter syndrome. “At the end of my performance, I got emotional last night. For the past…
Dodgers starter River Ryan is done for the season after suffering an elbow injury in his last outing, according to Juan Toribio of MLB.com. Manager Dave Roberts said the team is still figuring out the proper diagnosis and the next steps for the 25-year-old hurler, but he will not be able to return to the mound in 2024, per Jack Harris of the LA Times. Even if Ryan is able to avoid a worst-case scenario, he simply won’t have time to rest, rehab, and return before the end of the year. The Dodgers have placed Ryan on the 15-day IL and recalled Landon…
Israel issued new evacuation orders overnight covering areas of southern Gaza as it pressed on with its assault on the enclave, despite global condemnation of a devastating strike on a school-turned-shelter. The Israeli military issued the order to clear parts of the city of Khan Younis, including part of an Israeli-declared humanitarian zone from which the army said rockets had been fired, early on Sunday. The order came a day after an Israeli air strike on al-Tabin School in Gaza City reportedly killed more than 100 people sheltering there. The area that the new evacuation order covers is one of the…