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Who was the horse rider ‘galloping' down the Seine River at the Olympics Opening Ceremony?
The rider was draped in the Olympic flag.
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Opening Ceremony fashion breakdown: Ranking the top 5 countries
Fashion and lifestyle consultant Brandon Gaston breaks down the best looks and fashion from the Opening Ceremony at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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What did the cauldron represent at the Paris Olympics?
The cauldron in the Jardin des Tuileries was an homage to the first hydrogen-powered flight of a balloon, which took place in the same location in 1783.
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In Pictures: 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony
For the first time in history, an Olympic Games opening ceremony has moved out of a stadium and into the heart of the host city, Paris. Smoke resembling the flag of Team France is shown over Pont d’Au... -
Who is Marie-José Pérec?
Who is the French track and field legend who lit the Olympic flame?
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Could rain impact if the Seine will be ready for Olympic swimming? Here's what we know
Two events are scheduled to be held in the Seine, but contamination could impact those plans. Here’s how the rain might impact the events.
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Who were the ten golden statues emerging from the Seine during the 2024 Olympics?
‘Sororité,’ or ‘sisterhood,’ marked chapter six of the Opening Ceremony and celebrated historic female figures in France.
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A history of the Refugee Olympic Team
The Refugee Olympic Team is a relatively new addition to the Olympic tradition. Here’s how it has evolved.
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Connecticut swimmers will be in the pool at the Olympics in Paris Saturday
Coming off his bronze medal performance in Tokyo, Ridgefield’s Kieran Smith is headed back in the Olympic pool in Paris on Saturday. Smith is competing in the men’s 400m freestyle, the same event in which he won his bronze medal three years ago. He graduated from Ridgefield High School before going on to swim for the University of Flori... -
How is wave forecasting done and how does it impact the Paris Olympics surfing competition?
The search for the perfect wave has been a part of surfing culture for decades, with surfers traveling from location to location in their quest for the best swells.
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A breakdown of the 175 LGBTQ athletes who will compete at the Paris Olympics
More than 150 of the out athletes at the 2024 Games are women, according to sports site OutSports.
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A guide to rugby lingo
If you are unfamiliar with rugby, the terminology can feel a little daunting. Here is a quick guide to some of the sport’s most important terms.
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US diver added last minute for the Paris Olympics after another athlete pulled out
Brandon Loschiavo finished second at the trials and appeared to have missed out on his second Olympics but USA Diving was notified by World Aquatics on Thursday evening that another berth had opened up.
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Florida's IMG Academy has 14 Olympians from 11 countries and territories competing in Paris
At IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, some 4,600 miles from Paris, they’ll be watching the Olympics with tons of interest. And for good reason.
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Snoop Dogg delivers Olympic torch ahead of opening ceremony
Rap star Snoop Dogg delivered the Olympic torch to the State de France stadium Friday morning in Paris, just hours before the 2024 Games’ opening ceremony.
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A look inside Team USA's ‘Welcome Experience' at the Paris Olympics
This welcome center, run by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, is one of the first stops for athletes at the 2024 Olympic Games.
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Kelly Cheng and Sarah Hughes are making sure they take time to enjoy the Olympic experience
U.S. beach volleyball players Kelly Cheng and Sarah Hughes discuss making sure to enjoy the Olympic village and the beautiful beach volleyball venue under the Eiffel Tower.