On August 5, 2024, the Paris Olympics will feature a range of events across various sports. Here’s a general overview of the schedule for that day: Artistic Gymnastics 1:00pm-4:15pm: Men’s parallel bars, women’s balance beam, men’s horizontal bar, women’s floor: finals Artistic Swimming 8:30pm-10:00pm: Team technical routine Athletics 11:05am: Men’s 400m hurdles: round 1 11:10am: Men’s discus: qualification A 11:40am: Women’s pole vault: qualification 11:50am: Women’s 400m hurdles: repechage 12:20pm: Men’s 400m: repechage 12:35pm: Men’s discus: qualification B 12:55pm: Women’s 400m: round 1 1:50pm: Women’s 200m: repechage 8:00pm: Men’s pole vault: final 8:04pm: Men’s 3000m steeplechase: round 1 8:55pm: Men’s…
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Wes Scantlin, the frontman for rock band Puddle of Mudd, was arrested earlier this week in California following a tense standoff with police during a traffic stop, according to TMZ. The incident began when Burbank police pulled over Scantlin, 52, for a traffic violation. During the stop, it was revealed that Scantlin had an outstanding warrant related to an alleged incident involving a weapon at an airport. Despite police orders to exit his vehicle—a Hummer—Scantlin refused to comply. Efforts by a crisis negotiator to persuade him to leave the vehicle were unsuccessful. As a result, Scantlin was pepper-sprayed and shot…
On the final night of swimming at the Paris 2024 Olympics, the United States set two world records, securing their gold medal count over rival Australia and softening the blow of their first-ever loss in the men’s 4×100-meter medley relay. Bobby Finke set a new world record in the men’s 1,500-meter freestyle with a time of 14:30.67, breaking the previous record of 14:31.02 set by China’s Sun Yang at the 2012 London Games. Finke was under world-record pace throughout the race and surged in the final stretch to claim victory. “I wanted to get on top of the podium again…
Kenyan sprinter Ferdinand Omanyala’s quest for an Olympic medal took a significant blow as he failed to advance to the finals of the 100m race at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Omanyala finished a disappointing second-to-last in his semi-final with a time of 10.08 seconds. Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson won the semi-final with a time of 9.80 seconds, while Fred Kerley of the USA claimed second place with 9.84 seconds. Omanyala faced a similar setback three years ago at the Tokyo Olympics, where he also did not progress beyond the semi-final stage. With the next Olympics not scheduled until 2028, he will…
Several countries have urged their nationals to leave Lebanon, as fears grow of a wider conflict in the Middle East. Iran has vowed “severe” retaliation against Israel, which it blames for the death of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran on Wednesday. Israel has not commented. His assassination came hours after Israel killed Hezbollah senior commander Fuad Shukr in Beirut. Western officials fear that Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militia and political movement based in Lebanon, could play a key role in any such retaliation, which in turn could spark a serious Israeli response. Diplomatic efforts by the US and other…
For more than 1,500 years, chess has epitomized intellectualism, strategic thinking, and polished culture. Spread from ancient Persia to modern times, the game has enthralled people’s minds across generations and boundaries. If the game has exemplified pointed mental alertness and tactical acumen on one hand, the pieces used in playing it can reflect a deep appreciation for art, craftsmanship, and luxury on the other. This is where a luxury chess set comes into play, transforming a classic game into an exquisite experience. These sets are not just functional tools for a game but also pieces of art that enhance the…
The women’s 3000m steeplechase at the Paris Olympics kicks off on Sunday, August 4, at 11:05 a.m. East African Time, with three Kenyan athletes poised to make history. World record holder Beatrice Chepkoech, Commonwealth Games champion Jackline Chepkoech, and world bronze medallist Faith Cherotich will be competing to secure Kenya’s first-ever Olympic gold medal in this event. While Kenyan men have dominated the steeplechase, the women’s team has yet to claim the top prize. The Paris Games present a prime opportunity for these athletes to make their mark on the global stage. Chepkoech has had a standout season, beginning with…
Day 9 of the 2024 Olympics promises an action-packed schedule with 20 gold medals up for grabs across various sports. Here’s a detailed look at the events, converted to East Africa Time (EAT): Athletics 11:05am: Women’s 3000m steeplechase: Round 1 11:20am: Women’s hammer: Qualification A 11:55am: Women’s 200m: Round 1 12:00pm: Men’s long jump: Qualification 12:45pm: Women’s hammer: Qualification B 12:50pm: Men’s 110m hurdles: Round 1 1:35pm: Women’s 400m hurdles: Round 1 8:05pm: Men’s 400m: Round 1 8:50pm: Women’s high jump: Final 9:00pm: Men’s 100m: Semi-finals 9:30pm: Men’s hammer: Final 9:35pm: Women’s 800m: Semi-finals 10:10pm: Men’s 1500m: Semi-finals 10:50pm: Men’s…
In a surprising turn of events, Team USA swimmer Alex Walsh was disqualified from the women’s 200m individual medley at the Paris Olympics. Despite initially appearing to finish in third place, Walsh was stripped of her position after officials reviewed her performance and identified an illegal maneuver during one of her turns. The disqualification centered around Walsh’s transition from the backstroke to the breaststroke. She was deemed to have violated the rules by not finishing the backstroke on her back, as she rolled over and went past the vertical before beginning the breaststroke segment. NBC swimming analyst Rowdy Gaines explained,…
This year, the Olympics is debuting a new round of races for most individual track events called the repechage — pronounced rep-eh-shazh. This French term translates to “second chance” or “to fish out,” offering athletes an additional opportunity to qualify for the semifinals. The repechage applies to the men’s and women’s 200m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, and hurdles events. Previously, the top finishers in each heat automatically advanced to the semifinals, while runners with the next best times, often referred to as the “lucky losers,” filled the remaining spots. With the new repechage format, athletes who don’t advance directly to the…
It has become a tradition every four years to declare: that Ryan Crouser has once again claimed shotput gold. The 31-year-old American has solidified his place among the all-time great Olympians, now standing alone in a league of his own. Crouser is the first shot putter, male or female, to win three Olympic gold medals. After securing gold at the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Crouser clinched his third gold on Saturday, August 3, 2024, in Paris with a throw of 22.90 meters. U.S. teammate Joe Kovacs earned his third consecutive Olympic silver medal with a 22.15-meter toss, delivered…
Africa’s sprinting sensation Ferdinand Omanyala has advanced to the 100 meters semi-finals at the Paris Olympic Games with a stellar performance. On Saturday, August 3, 2024, Omanyala won men’s heat 2 in a thrilling run, clocking an impressive 10.08 seconds. Omanyala’s performance was particularly notable as he outpaced Italy’s Chituru Ali, Germany’s Joshua Hartmann, and other formidable competitors. Chituru Ali finished second with a time of 10.12 seconds, while Joshua Hartmann completed the podium in 10.16 seconds. Following his victory, Omanyala expressed his satisfaction with his performance and shared his anticipation for the upcoming semi-finals on Sunday, August 4, 2024.…
There was no fairytale conclusion for sprinting legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce in the 100m event at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The 37-year-old Jamaican, a two-time Olympic champion in this event (Beijing 2008 and London 2012), was forced to withdraw from the semi-final on August 3 due to an injury sustained during her final warm-up. Contrary to earlier speculation that she was denied entry to the venue, Jamaica’s chef de mission Ian Kelly confirmed to Reuters that Fraser-Pryce’s withdrawal was indeed due to injury. Despite footage circulating on social media showing a delay in her entry earlier that day, Kelly clarified that…
Nation Media Group (NMG) has announced the appointment of Simaloi Dajom as the new Head of Broadcasting, effective August 12, 2024. With nearly two decades of experience in the media industry, Dajom brings extensive expertise to her new role. Dajom will oversee the Nation Broadcasting Division in Kenya, driving growth for the group’s television and radio stations. Her responsibilities will include developing and executing strategies to enhance ratings and market share. Dajom’s impressive career includes senior positions at Royal Media Services and Mediamax Network. She previously served as Chief Content & Strategy Officer at Mediamax Network and held various leadership…
Julien Alfred stormed to the Olympic women’s 100m title at Paris 2024 to make history as St Lucia’s first-ever medallist at a Games. As the rain teemed down at a raucous Stade de France, Alfred, 23, dominated the final and took victory by a clear margin in a national record 10.72 seconds. American world champion Sha’Carri Richardson took silver in 10.87, with compatriot Melissa Jefferson (10.92) third. Great Britain’s Daryll Neita finished four-hundredths of a second off the podium in fourth, crossing the line in 10.96. Neita produced the best finish by a British female athlete in an Olympic sprint…