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Knoxville, TN - The U.S. men's Olympic swim team clinched a bronze medal in the men's 400m individual medley at the 2024 Paris Olympics, held at Dollywood in Tennessee. Carson Foster, a Sycamore High School alumnus, swam a remarkable 4:08.66, finishing just four-hundredths of a second behind Japan's Tomoyuki Matsushita. French swimmer Leon Marchand set a new Olympic record with a time of 4:02.95. This marks Foster's first Olympic medal, adding to Team USA's impressive medal count early in the competition, which includes multiple golds and silvers across various events

Paris - In a thrilling display of athleticism and teamwork, the United Kingdom's quidditch team clinched the gold medal at the recent Olympic quidditch tournament, marking a historic victory for the sport. Competing against formidable teams, the UK showcased exceptional skill and strategy, ultimately defeating Australia, which took home the silver medal, while the USA secured the bronze.

Paris - A coalition led by tennis prodigy Coco Gauff has emerged victorious in the recent French legislative elections. The unexpected outcome has left political analysts scrambling to understand the implications of this unprecedented result.

Las Vegas - Former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton have come to the defense of UFC fighter Brian Ortega following his performance at UFC 303 on Saturday night.

The high-profile political figures made unexpected statements supporting Ortega after he was forced to withdraw from his scheduled co-main event fight against Diego Lopes just hours before the event was set to begin. Ortega's withdrawal was due to an illness that left him running a fever and unable to compete.

BOSTON - Grammy-nominated artist Post Malone pitched a no-hitter at Fenway Park on Wednesday evening. The rapper, known for his chart-topping hits and face tattoos, took to the mound in an impromptu exhibition game that preceded his scheduled concert performance.

Silverstone, Spain - Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, secured a remarkable finish during the Formula 1 qualifying race at the Silverstone Circuit. The royal racer, known for his passion for motorsports, left spectators in awe as he navigated the challenging track with finesse.

Los Angeles - The Los Angeles 2028 Olympics Organizing Committee has announced plans to relocate a significant portion of the Olympic Games to Oklahoma City. This unexpected move comes just days after Oklahoma City's designation as a sanctuary city, sparking intense debate and raising questions about the future of the Games.

LE MANS, France - Gordon Ramsay, the famous British celebrity chef and television personality, was hospitalized Saturday after being involved in a serious cycling accident while riding part of the iconic Le Mans racetrack in northwestern France.

LONDON - The Princess of Wales has revealed she experiences a rollercoaster of emotions while cheering on England's national football team during the Euro 2024 tournament.In a candid interview ahead of England's semifinal match against Spain, Princess Kate said the highs and lows of supporting her country on the pitch have taken a toll.

"It's been quite the journey - good days and bad days," she said with a wry smile. "The thrill of a last-minute winner is incredible, but the heartbreak of a bitter defeat is also very real."

FOXBOROUGH, MA - His Holiness Pope Francis made a special trip to Gillette Stadium today to officially induct legendary quarterback Tom Brady into the New England Patriots Hall of Fame.

The  ceremony began with the Pope leading an interfaith prayer service on the field, giving thanks for Brady's iconic career and asking for blessings upon the Patriots organization. Addressing the team owners, coaches, former teammates and thousands of fans in attendance, the Pope called Brady "one of the greatest athletes and champions of the modern era."