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July 27, 2024

Experts fear Venezuela's Maduro could steal Sunday's election as opposition leads in polls

Polling has placed current Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro behind his opponent, leading experts to believe he may look to steal the election, as striking a deal is his only other option.

July 27, 2024

Summer vacation ideas while there's still time: Here are 6 smart spots to consider

There is still time to enjoy a summer vacation — and if you're looking for something that you can enjoy solo or with family or friends, check out these six destinations.

July 26, 2024

Australian surfer saved by off-duty police officer after shark ripped off leg, doctors hope to reattach it

Doctors are hoping to reattach a 23-year-old surfer's leg after he was attacked by a shark off the coast of Australia.

July 26, 2024

NWSL's Gotham FC signs 13-year-old, making her youngest signing in league history

The NWSL's NJ/NY Gotham FC, the league's reigning champion, has signed 13-year-old Mak Whitham to a three-year contract, making her the youngest signing in league history.

July 26, 2024

Disney Matterhorn Bobsleds inspired by Swiss Alps jewel, plus more fun rollercoaster facts

Disneyland's Matterhorn Bobsleds made history when it opened 65 years ago. As the first known roller coaster with a steel tubular track, it set the stage for a new era in theme park rides.

July 26, 2024

Best friends break world record by 9 days after successfully rowing across the Pacific Ocean

Two best friends now hold multiple world records after enduring 37 grueling days out on the Pacific Ocean — attempting to row from California to Hawaii. Here's their story.

July 26, 2024

Meet the American who spread global gospel of surfing, Duke Kahanamoku, Hawaii’s original Big Kahuna

Duke Kahanamoku is the oriiginal "Big Kahuna." He won three Olympic gold medals in swimming, plus became Hawaii's "Ambassador of Aloha" and an international surfing icon.

July 26, 2024

Harris failed to combat ‘root causes’ of illegal immigration, former Border Patrol union chief says

Border Patrol's former union president says Vice President Harris has not done enough to secure the U.S. border and has failed to identify the real root causes of migration.

July 25, 2024

Australian swimming coach facing backlash after voicing support for South Korean athlete

The Aussie Olympic swimming coach expressed his hopes that South Korean swimmer Kim Woo-min would win gold in the 400m freestyle at the Summer Games in Paris.

July 25, 2024

Ex-'Mandalorian' star Gina Carano's lawsuit against Disney to proceed after judge denies motion to dismiss

A Los Angeles federal judge ruled Wednesday that actress Gina Carano can proceed with her lawsuit against her former employer Disney for wrongful termination.