What we know about the 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony

From location to performers, here’s what we know about the Opening Ceremony.
Fake protest set for TV shoot on NYC campus sparks real demonstration by pro-Palestinian activists

A fake protest encampment set up for a TV shoot on a New York City college campus sparked a real reaction from pro-Palestinian activists, a newspaper reported.
Explosion and fire at Jose Cuervo tequila factory kills six, Mexican officials say

At least five workers have died in an explosion and fire at a Jose Cuervo tequila factory in Mexico, local authorities said.
Agreement halts Cowboys owner Jerry Jones' countersuit trial against woman who says he's her father

The trial in a countersuit brought by Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones against a woman who says she’s his daughter abruptly ended as Jones agreed to drop the countersuit.
Morocco fans rush field during Olympic soccer opener vs Argentina. Game suspended, goal disallowed

Morocco fans crashed the pitch to protest a late goal by Argentina at the opening match of the Paris Olympics men’s soccer tournament, an angry and bizarre scene that left the game suspended for nearly two hours
US reality show contestant kills and eats protected bird in New Zealand

A reality show contestant who killed and ate a protected bird has been let off with a warning after New Zealand wildlife officials said cast members were tired, hungry and placed in a “unique” situation.
Police deploy pepper spray as crowd protesting Israel's war in Gaza marches to the U.S. Capitol

Hundreds of protesters rallied Wednesday near the Capitol building, denouncing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hours before his address to Congress.
LIVE: Netanyahu looks to boost US support in speech to Congress

The Israeli leader’s speech Wednesday comes as the Biden administration is urging him to focus on closing a deal ending the devastating nine-month war in Gaza.
First blind Barbie doll released, with tactile features and a cane

Toy company Mattel has launched the first ever blind Barbie in its latest move to make the iconic doll more inclusive and represent more sections of society.
Toxic 'forever chemicals' found in pesticides used on food, in homes and on pets, study finds

Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, are a growing health concern.