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2024 Presidential Election: Heading into the Homestretch

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(Photo from Associated Press) The month following the first presidential debate has been a whirlwind of significant events, shaping this election cycle into a compelling, chaotic, and dynamic narrative. From the shocking assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump to Joe Biden's official withdrawal from the presidential race and the subsequent emergence of Vice President Kamala Harris as a presidential candidate, each development has added a new layer to the current political landscape.  Vice President Kamala Harris is now the sole contender for the Democratic presidential nomination, as the critical deadline passed on Tuesday evening without any other candidates qualifying . Her journey to the top of a Presidential ticket has been long and includes a life full of public service, including her time as a prosecutor in San Francisco and as the Attorney General of California. She is also the first Black & Asian woman to ever lead a major party ticket and if elected,

2024 Paris Olympic Games

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The 2024 Paris Olympics , officially known as the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad, are set to be a spectacular fusion of tradition and innovation . The Olympics have always surpassed the boundaries of sport, embodying the resilient human spirit as it reaches the pinnacle of physical and mental excellence. Paris has a rich history with the Olympics, having hosted the Games twice before, in 1900 and 1924. The 2024 Olympics mark the 100th anniversary of the last time the city hosted the Games, making this a particularly momentous occasion. Tennis star Coco Gauff will represent the United States as the female flag bearer at the Olympic opening ceremony in Paris this week, according to an announcement from the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee on Wednesday. During the opening events on Friday, hundreds of U.S. athletes will participate in a boat procession down the River Seine through central Paris. Twenty-year-old Gauff will join basketball legend LeBron James in carrying the American f

Emmy Nominations are Out! - Check out Emmy-Winning A Woman of Independent Means

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The Emmy nominations are out! As the pinnacle of television excellence, the Emmys celebrate achievements in the world of TV, recognizing the outstanding work of actors, writers, directors, and production teams who have not only added to but have transformed the television landscape by raising entertainment standards. This year's nominations are inspiring, reflecting a diverse range of talent from new to familiar faces and showcasing creativity across various genres and platforms. This year, Shogun has the most nominations of all, announced on Wednesday morning, the FX series garnered an impressive 25 nominations, including one for best drama series, breaking several records . Other top nominees include FX’s The Bear , which received 23 nominations, setting a new record for a comedy series ; Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building, which received 21 nominations; HBO/Max’s True Detective: Night Country , which received 19 nominations; and Netflix’s The Crown , which received 18 nominat