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The controversial opening ceremony segment, which featured drag artists and dancers, drew sharp criticism from the Catholic Church and Christian groups.

Tajikistan's Nurali Emomali declines good sportsmanship etiquette with his Israeli opponent Baruch Shmailov. Then he dislocates his shoulder in a subsequent match against Japanese Olympian Hifumi Abe.

From Taylor Swift to Lady Gaga, the rumor mill has been working overtime with whispers of megastar performances at the centerpiece event.

AI-assisted software will be positioned at Olympic sites to detect potential danger signs in real time, such as the initial sparks of a fire, someone appearing to flash a weapon, or a vehicle entering a restricted area.

Security concerns mount as Judo champion Peter Palchik and swimmer Meiron Cheruti were targeted with disturbing death threats.

Human rights groups accuse the French government of discrimination, calling the move "racist and gender-biased."

Despite the minister's confidence, some US swimmers have expressed reservations about the clean-up efforts.

Creating a perfect alibi for his non-English-speaking friend, the soldier told him, "From now on, you say you're from Fiji because nobody knows how people from Fiji look or what language they speak."

The Shin Bet has been working extensively with the Olympic Committee of Israel to assess security arrangements at various venues across France.

Oranje supporters flood Berlin, express love for Israel, and remain optimistic despite tough match ahead.