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Thrilling Day 1 of Wheelchair Basketball Ignites Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

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 Gemini has just been updated.  See update Thrilling Day 1 of Wheelchair Basketball Ignites Paris 2024 Paralympic Gam The first day of wheelchair basketball at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games was a thrilling success, with both the men's and women's teams delivering exciting performances. In the men's tournament, the United States defeated Japan 65-53 in a hard-fought battle. The Americans were led by their star player, Brian Bell, who scored 20 points and grabbed 10 rebounds. Japan fought back valiantly, but they were unable to overcome the Americans' firepower. In the women's tournament, Australia defeated Canada 61-52 in another close game. The Australians were led by their captain, Shelley Chaplin, who scored 16 points and grabbed 8 rebounds. Canada played well, but they were unable to match the Australians' intensity and experience. The day's action was highlighted by some incredible individual performances, including a dunk by Bell and a buzzer-be

W.H.O. Declares Global Emergency Over New Mpox Outbreak

said: Ch There hasn't been a recent global emergency declared by the World Health Organization (WHO) over a new Mpox outbreak as of my last update. The last significant Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) outbreak gained attention in 2022, which led the WHO to declare a Public Health Emergency The WHO declared the global Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on July 23, 2022 The PHEIC designation is the highest level of alert that the WHO can issue and is intended to prompt international cooperation and coordination to manage the outbreak. The declaration followed concerns about the spread of the virus outside of its traditional endemic regions in Africa to countries where it had not previously been seen, including Europe and the Americas.https://www.highratecpm.com/sphhgekf?key=7a89bb61d9101c6dd066acfe5a1939d7 This declaration helped raise awareness and mobilize resources to prevent further spread of the virus, emph

California Governor Newsom responds to Biden’s withdrawal from 2024 race

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California Governor Gavin Newsom has reiterated his support for President Joe Biden following Biden's decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race. Newsom praised Biden's accomplishments and emphasized his continued loyalty, stating that Biden has been a strong leader and that the Democratic Party should stand behind him despite recent challenges​  . Newsom also confirmed he would not run against Vice President Kamala Harris if she seeks the nomination, reaffirming his previous commitments and avoiding potential intra-party conflict. His stance underscores his dedication to party unity and his role as a prominent Biden supporter​  .

George Clooney: I Love Joe Biden. But We Need a New Nominee. July 10, 2024

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 George Clooney recently expressed his admiration for President Joe Biden but suggested that the Democratic Party should consider a new nominee for the 2024 presidential election.   This came after Clooney and other Hollywood stars, including Julia Roberts and Barbra Streisand, helped raise $28 million for Biden's campaign at a star-studded fundraiser in Los Angeles. The event, which also featured former President Barack Obama, emphasized the high stakes of the upcoming election and the need to defeat the presumptive Republican nominee, Donald Trump.

Injured Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard pulls out of Olympics

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 Kawhi Leonard, the star player for the Los Angeles Clippers, has withdrawn from participating in the upcoming Olympics.  This decision comes in light of an injury that has been impacting his performance and recovery. Leonard's absence will be a significant blow to the national team, given his experience and skill level.  The specifics of his injury and the expected recovery timeline have not been detailed, but his focus will likely be on rehabilitating and preparing for the next NBA season.

Tropical Storm Beryl updates: Millions without power as storm moves from Houston to East Texas

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 Tropical Storm Beryl has caused significant disruptions as it moves from Houston to East Texas. Originally making landfall as a hurricane, Beryl has now been downgraded to a tropical storm. The storm has resulted in extensive damage, leaving approximately 2.5 million people without power across Texas​  . CenterPoint Energy, which services the Houston area, reported that over 217,000 customers were still without power as of the latest updates, though more than 630,000 customers had their power restored within 72 hours after the storm hit. Efforts to restore power are ongoing, with a goal to have substantial restoration by the end of Wednesday​  . In addition to power outages, the storm has caused significant flooding and damage to infrastructure. Houston hospitals have had to cut back on services, and recovery crews are working around the clock to address the extensive damage. Residents are advised to stay safe and prepare for potential prolonged outages​.

French left coalition comes out on top in elections, in shock upset over the far right

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 The recent French elections saw a surprising victory for the left coalition, which managed to come out on top against the far-right contenders. This unexpected result marks a significant shift in the political landscape, demonstrating a strong preference among voters for the policies and vision presented by the left-wing alliance.