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Paris Mayor Seeks Permanent Olympic Rings on Eiffel Tower, Sparking Controversy

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo has ignited a heated debate with her proposal to keep the Olympic rings on the Eiffel Tower permanently, even after the conclusion of the Olympic Games. This controversial plan has drawn criticism from heritage campaigners and sparked a petition among French citizens who oppose......

Olympic Breaking Controversy: Judge Defends B-Girl Raygun's Unconventional Performance

In an unexpected twist at the Paris Olympics, the breaking competition has garnered significant attention—not for athletic skill but for an unconventional routine that earned zero points. Rachael Gunn, who performs under the stage name B-girl Raygun, represented Australia in breaking's Olympic......

Jordan Chiles must Forfeit her Bronze Medal due to an Appeal that was Submitted Four Seconds Late, The IOC says

In a dramatic turn of events that has reverberated through the world of gymnastics, U.S. Olympic officials have announced their intention to appeal a court ruling that stripped American gymnast Jordan Chiles of her bronze medal in the floor exercise at the Paris Olympics. This decision has ignited a......

Moroccan Kickboxing Icon Badr Hari Praises Imane Khelif Amid Olympic Controversy

Supporters rally on social media to defend Khelif and debunk false claims about her gender. Moroccan-Dutch kickboxing luminary Badr Hari has lauded Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, even as controversy shadows her Olympic journey. In a recent Instagram story, Hari praised Khelif’s efforts, stating,......

A second Boxer at the Center of Gender Controversy Secures Victory in Olympic Match

In a riveting turn of events at the Paris Olympics, two female boxers—Taiwan's Lin Yu-ting and Algeria's Imane Khelif—have triumphed in their initial bouts despite sparking intense debate. Both athletes, who have been at the center of a gender eligibility controversy, have successfully......

Olympic Boxing Controversy: Carini's Early Exit Sparks Debate on Eligibility and Fair Competition

In a dramatic turn of events at the North Paris Arena, Italian boxer Angela Carini abandoned her Olympic bout against Algeria's Imane Khelif after just 46 seconds, igniting a fierce debate about eligibility and fair competition in women's boxing. The match, which ended abruptly, has become the......

Olympic Blunder: South Korea Misidentified as North Korea in Paris Opening Ceremony

In a surprising blunder that has stirred diplomatic tensions across the Korean peninsula, Olympic organizers became the focal point of an international incident during the opening ceremony of the Paris Games. As South Korea's athletes proudly paraded down the River Seine, waving their flags, both......

Moroccan Premier Attends Star-Studded Paris Olympics Inauguration

In a display of international unity and celebration, Aziz Akhannouch, the Head of the Moroccan government, joined a constellation of global figures at the commencement of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The prestigious event, marked by a sumptuous reception at the Élysée Palace, was hosted......

Nawal El Moutawakil's Olympic Triumph: A Beacon for Gender Equality

In a landmark moment for Moroccan sports and global athletic governance, Nawal El Moutawakil has secured her position as Vice-President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for another four-year term. This re-election not only cements El Moutawakil's status as a pivotal figure in international......