The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris came to a glorious farewell with a spectacular closing ceremony featuring performances by Phoenix, H.E.R., and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Team USA won two basketball gold medals in close matches against France, with Steph Curry and A’ja Wilson leading the way. The U.S. and China tied for the most gold medals, while the U.S. women’s soccer team won gold and the women’s gymnastics team faced controversy over a bronze medal. French President Emmanuel Macron celebrated unity at the Olympics, highlighting the importance of the American vote in setting a tone for the world. The Games also saw a hack of the Trump campaign, reports of mass casualties in an Israeli strike, and the release of audio recordings related to the Uvalde school shooting. In lighter news, Gen Alpha’s new slang is baffling parents, with terms like “sigma” and “gyatt” becoming popular among children born after 2010. Overall, the 2024 Olympics showcased international unity and excellence in sports, with highlights and controversies touching various aspects of the global community.
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