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Feb 18 2025SPORTS

Tennis Stars Speak Out on Doping Controversy

Tennis players are not happy with how doping cases are being handled. The recent case of Jannik Sinner, who received a three-month ban for testing positive for a banned substance, has sparked controversy. Sinner, the world No. 1, was initially cleared of any wrongdoing by the International Tennis In

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Jan 27 2025SPORTS

Alexander Zverev's Australian Open Final: A Closer Look

Tennis player Alexander Zverev faced off against Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open final, but he didn't come out on top. The score was 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 in favor of Sinner. Some tennis experts, including John McEnroe, suggested that Zverev's diabetes and insulin needs might have affected his energy l

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Dec 23 2024HEALTH

New Hope for Tennis Elbow: A Less Invasive Fix

Tennis elbow, a painful condition caused by the breakdown of a tendon in the elbow called the extensor carpi radialis brevis, often improves with rest and therapy. But sometimes, surgery is required. Traditionally, surgeons either separate or both separate and mend the tendon. Mend it, and patients

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Dec 16 2024SPORTS

Tennis Star Jimmy Connors Spills the Beans: Did He Really Dunk on Jordan?

Tennis legend Jimmy Connors dropped a fun fact on his podcast, Advantage Connors. A photo from the 1980s Kenny Rogers Classic Weekend sparked the conversation. This event was a big deal, bringing together sports stars like Michael Jordan and Larry Bird, and even celebrities like Woody Harrelson. Som

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Dec 14 2024SPORTS

Taylor Fritz and Waterdrop: Staying Cool and Green on the Court

Tennis star Taylor Fritz is making waves not just on the court, but also in the world of sports hydration. He's teamed up with Waterdrop, a company known for its innovative water bottles that keep drinks icy cold for a full day. The Australian Open, with its scorching summer heat, can be brutal for

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Dec 07 2024SPORTS

Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian: Champions of Women's Sports Investment

Tennis legend Serena Williams, along with her husband Alexis Ohanian, are on a mission to revolutionize women's sports. With her career spanning over two decades, Serena has shattered records and put women's athletics on the global map. Now, she's using her voice to advocate for investment in women'

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Dec 03 2024POLITICS

French Government Faces Make-or-Break Vote

French lawmakers stirred up a potential government shake-up on Monday. They introduced a no-confidence motion targeting Prime Minister Michel Barnier. This move could lead to the far-right party taking the helm. The trigger? Barnier's 2025 budget plan, which includes hefty tax hikes and spending cut

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Nov 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Filmmaker's Protest: Pulling Out of Festival Over Controversial Comments

French director Coralie Fargeat has decided to withdraw her film "The Substance" from Poland's Camerimage Film Festival. This move comes after the festival's founder, Marek Żydowicz, wrote a controversial article that many deemed sexist. Fargeat, along with her cinematographer Benjamin Kračun, felt

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Oct 29 2024CRIME

Actor Gérard Depardieu Won't Attend Trial Due to Health Concerns

French actor Gérard Depardieu, who is facing trial for allegedly sexually assaulting two women on a film set in 2021, will not be present at his court hearing in Paris on Monday. His lawyer, Jérémie Assous, has stated that Depardieu's health is not allowing him to attend. The 75-year-old actor has d

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Oct 28 2024CELEBRITIES

Why French Actor Gérard Depardieu Isn't in Court

French actor Gérard Depardieu will not be attending his trial on sexual assault charges in Paris. The trial, scheduled for Monday, is postponed because of the actor's health issues. Depardieu denies any wrongdoing. The accusations against him include allegedly assaulting two women on a film set in 2

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