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London Sparkle: Finding Your Perfect Engagement Ring in the City

  • 24/08/2025
When it comes to the significant milestones in life, few moments hold as much weight and symbolism as finding the perfect engagement ring. In the bustling metropolis of London, amidst its rich history and vibrant culture, lies a treasure trove of options for those seeking the epitome of elegance and romance. If you’re on the quest for the ideal symbol of your love and commitment, look no further than the enchanting streets of London. From traditional boutiques to contemporary designers, London offers an array of choices to suit every style and preference. Embark on a journey through the heart of…
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Get schedule and watch live streaming in India

  • 02/08/2025
The first World Boxing Qualification Tournament for the Paris 2024 Olympics gets underway in Busto Arsizio, Italy on Sunday. India’s nine-member boxing squad will be led by two-time Olympian Shiva Thapa, who will compete in the men’s 63.5kg category. Live streaming of the final two days will be available in India on Olympics.com. Each country can obtain a maximum of one quota per weight category for the Paris 2024 Olympics. India, having secured four quotas at the Asian Games, can obtain up to nine Olympic quotas in Busto Arsizio. In Italy, countries can only enter boxers in the specific weight…
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Franklin says to watch Ledecky, McIntosh, Walsh at 2024 Olympics – NBC Los Angeles

  • 01/08/2025
Missy Franklin knows a thing or two about winning Olympic medals in the pool, and a handful of swimmers have already caught her attention ahead of the 2024 Summer Games in Paris. The former American phenom has five Olympic gold medals and a bronze to her name. She last competed at the Olympics 2016 and will once again be watching the swimming action from the outside this summer. Who are the swimmers to watch at the 2024 Olympics in Paris? These three swimmers are already on Franklin’s radar. Katie Ledecky It’s Katie Ledecky’s world, and we’re all living in it,…
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Where are the Olympics? See a full list of venues for 2024 – NBC Los Angeles

  • 31/07/2025
Paris will be on full display for the world’s best athletes this summer. The 2024 Olympics will feature events at landmarks across the French capital. From beach volleyball beneath the Eiffel Tower to equestrian at the Palace of Versailles, athletes will have a chance to compete at some of Paris’ most iconic locations. Additionally, the Olympics will begin with a unique Opening Ceremony where athletes will parade across the Seine. While some events will take place next to sightseeing spots, others will be held at sporting venues that have become synonymous with the city. Track and field events will take…
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Thierry Rey (FRA) / IJF.org

  • 30/07/2025
Interviewing an Olympic champion is something special and always delivers thought-provoking words and ideas; it’s a unique kind of education. Following the stories of the first 28 Olympic champions in the series, winners from 1976 to 2021, we now share the words of Thierry Rey, Olympic champion in Moscow in 1980 in the -60 kg category. Thierry Rey, Olympic champion. Photo by David Finch / Getty Images. We introduced the statistics, the almost impossible feat and the question in our first article in the series, which can be found here: https://www.ijf.org/news/show/151-olympic-champions-tokyo-to-tokyo A reminder of the question: It could be said…
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Bag Stolen on Paris Train Reportedly Contained Olympics Security Plans

  • 29/07/2025
While petty thefts are not uncommon on public transport in Paris, it would seem far-fetched that a bag robbery could upend a major international sporting event. But France faced such a fear earlier this week, after a bag was reportedly stolen on a train in the nation’s capital on Monday that was initially said to have contained security plans for the Paris Olympics that’s just months away. Broadcast network BFMTV reported that a 56-year-old engineer working in the Paris City Hall reported to police that his bag had been stolen after he had just boarded a train leaving for Creil…
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Returning Aidan Walsh ‘grateful’ after easing to opening win

  • 28/07/2025
Aidan and his sister, Michaela Walshbecame the first siblings to box at the same Olympic Games, at Tokyo 2020. Fighting in Northern Ireland colours, the duo both won gold medals at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games and are expected to box together again at Paris 2024. Michaela’s career has continued to shine since then, and she secured another Olympic quota for Ireland at the 2023 European Games. However, Aidan’s mental and physical health issues meant that he took a break from the sport before retiring, and it looked like his Paris 2024 dream was over. But with the help of…
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World Olympic Boxing Qualification Tournament 2024: Lakshya Chahar knocked out

  • 27/07/2025
India’s torrid run at the first World Boxing Qualification Tournament for the Paris 2024 Olympics in Busto ArsizioItaly continued with Lakshya Chahar crashing out of the men’s 80kg event on Tuesday. Lakshya Chahar, the reigning national champion in the category, was knocked out by Iran’s Gheshlaghi Meysam, an Asian Championships silver medallist, in the third round of his round of 64 bout on the second day of the competition. The two boxers went toe-to-toe in the first two rounds but it was Meysam who seized the initiative in the final round and knocked Lakshya out with 20 seconds left on…