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French President Emmanuel Macron defended his decision to call snap parliamentary elections after his party’s crushing defeat in the European parliamentary vote, insisting on Wednesday that voters will ultimately choose the “progressive bloc” over the far-right. In France, legislative elections decide the makeup of the parliament, not the occupant of the presidential Élysée Palace. Macron has a presidential mandate until …

Joey Chestnut might be barred from this year’s Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, but he’s already found a different opportunity to consume hot dogs thanks to Netflix. Netflix is hosting a live-streamed event this Labor Day (Sept. 2), featuring Chestnut and another competitive eating G.O.A.T. — Takeru Kobayashi. The two legends will compete in the special titled “Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: …

Lia Thomas, a transgender swimmer who created controversy during the 2022 season with a win at the NCAA championships, lost a legal battle over rules that prevented trans swimmers who have been through male puberty from competing in elite women’s events. The Court for Arbitration of Sport dismissed Thomas’ request for arbitration with World Aquatics, according to a ruling released …

Major League Eating (MLE) president Richard Shea insisted on Wednesday the show would go on with or without Joey Chestnut in attendance for the Nathan’s hot dog eating contest on the Fourth of July. Chestnut, the 16-time champion in the Coney Island spectacle, will not be competing in the event over an issue with contract stipulations. Chestnut recently signed a …

Jake Paul may not be the normal 27-year-old in the United States. In fact, he’s made his home in Puerto Rico in recent years. However, born and raised in Cleveland and calling the U.S. home for most of his life, the YouTuber-turned-boxer is still well in tune with what’s going on in the United States. Paul recently told The Hollywood …

The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration announced the recall of three types of South Korean spicy instant noodle products because the capsaicin, or chili pepper extract level is so high it could pose a health hazard. Seoul-based Samyang Foods — considered one of the South Korea’s largest companies — makes the noodles which are sold around the world. The Danish …

Hamas said Wednesday its response to a U.S. ceasefire plan for the war in Gaza against Israel opened a “wide pathway” to reach an agreement, although neither the terrorist group nor Israel publicly committed to a deal. The terrorist group submitted its formal response on Tuesday to a proposal U.S. President Joe Biden laid out on May 31. Israel said …

OMISSION – WNBA rookie Caitlin Clark will not be headed to Paris this Summer for the 2024 Olympic Games, as she was left off USA women’s basketball’s final roster. Continue reading… WAKE-UP CALL – Caitlin Clark responded to her exclusion from the USA women’s basketball Olympic team by telling Indiana Fever coach Christie Sides that “they woke a monster.” Continue …

Deshaun Watson’s time with the Cleveland Browns has been tumultuous at best. He was traded from the Houston Texans to the Browns amid nearly two dozen sexual assault allegations against him. He signed a five-year, $230 million contract extension upon joining the Browns and has only managed to play 12 games for the Browns because of a suspension and injuries. …

The New York Jets entered the 2023 season with high hopes, due in part to quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ arrival. But, the four-time NFL MVP suffered a season-ending injury in the season opener. Rodgers is on track to enter this season at full strength, but he will not participate in the team’s mandatory minicam this week. Jets head coach Robert Saleh …