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July 26, 2024
The first modern Olympic Games were in Athens, Greece, in 1896 and included nine sports. Today, the Olympic Opening Ceremony celebrates the 2024 Summer Games hosted in Paris, France, with over 10,000 athletes competing in 32 sports. Though not everyone can make it to the Olympics, many people across the ocean in the United States will be taking part in some of the same sports and exercise activities as those exceptional athletes. Full Text »
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