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Olympic swimming distances, explained: How many miles and laps for 800m, 1500m and other races

All eyes are on the pool in Paris as the Summer Olympics get started, and it promises to be an exciting two weeks. Just about every Olympic swimmer can do things the rest of us simply can't. Whether it's having the stamina to swim long distances or having the strength and agility to swim a short distance with blazing speed, every swimmer in Paris is there because of an otherworldly ability.

Danielle Steel on 'Really Exciting' New Book, 'Property of a Noblewoman'

— -- Bestselling author Danielle Steel says her new book, "Property of a Noblewoman," is a "really exciting one." "It’s a woman who dies. No one really knows who she is. She leaves a safe deposit box with fascinating letters [and] a fortune in jewelry, even though everyone thought she was dead broke," Steel said today on "Good Morning America." "And two people – one from the surrogate’s court and one from an auction house – want to find out who she was and they pursue her trail and find all kinds of surprises and interesting things.

Four spending bills readied for House floor amid stopgap uncertainty

House Republicans on Saturday set up floor debate for this upcoming week on four fiscal 2024 appropriations bills after making combined cuts of nearly $3.8 billion from agriculture and foreign aid programs compared with original committee-reported versions. But it’s not yet clear they’ll have the votes to adopt the expansive rule, which covers debate and 440 amendments to the Defense, Homeland Security, Agriculture and State-Foreign Operations measures. And a continuing resolution to simply keep federal agencies’ lights on beyond Sept.

Republicans Voting for Bill That Could Make 'Bible Illegal' Outrages MAGA

MAGA conservatives voiced outrage at Congressional Republicans voting for the Antisemitism Awareness Act over concerns it would make the Bible illegal. Congress on Wednesday passed the bill, which would require the Department of Education to use the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) working definition of antisemitism when enforcing anti-discrimination laws. It comes as colleges across the United States have seen pro-Palestinian protests that critics say at times have allegedly veered into antisemitism.

Car Of The Day: 2006 Lamborghini Concept S

The Lamborghini Concept S, based on the Gallardo platform, made its debut as a non-functional prototype at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show. Due to substantial interest from potential buyers, Lamborghini decided to produce a limited run of 100 units. Luc Donckerwolke, Lamborghini’s then head of design, conceived the Concept S as a radical interpretation of the Gallardo Spyder. It notably lacks a roof, and its cockpit is divided into two distinct areas, each equipped with its own windshield and roll bar.

D&D 5E - Quick Alarm Spell Question

You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly. You should upgrade or use an alternative browser. May 6, 2021 Can a perception or investigation check determine if an Alarm spell is on a door?What about Detect Magic? log in or register to remove this ad May 6, 2021 If a character were suspicious about a door and wanted to examine it for signs of protection, magical or otherwise, I'd probably ask them to make an Intelligence check, let them know the suitable DC, and let them know the stakes (e.

Diablo 4 Donans Favor quest walkthrough

The Diablo 4 Donan’s Favor quest is an important quest for progressing your character as you’ll need to complete it to unlock the mount system. However, it’s not as straightforward as it might first seem. We’ve got you covered with how to start the Donan’s Favor quest, as well as how to complete the quest to unlock your first horse. If you’re starting out your adventure in Diablo 4, chances are you’ve headed to Kyovashad hoping to get a Diablo 4 mount, only to find out there’s a quest to complete first.

Katie Holmes looks effortlessly stylish in a suede jacket and light-wash jeans while stepping out in

Katie Holmes showcased her chic casual style as she stepped out in New York City Friday. The style maker, 45, who sent fashion watchers into overdrive with her black slip dress earlier in the week, went with a mixture of cool and warm tones for her outing. The Rare Objects star and director kept warm in a brown suede jacket over a blue and white striped top. She wore straight ankle length jeans and donned a pair of plum tone leather ballet flats.

Kirby's Dream Land (1992) - MobyGames

Dedede, King of Dream Land, is a penguin-like creature who is too gluttonous for his own good. Gathering food for his midnight feast, he got carried away and ended up taking all the food from the inhabitants of his country. One of them, a pink little guy named Kirby, decides to travel all the way to King Dedede's palace and retrieve the lost food by any means. Kirby's Dream Land is a side-scrolling platform action game, and the first in the Kirby series.

Mike Thurston Height & Net Worth

Mike Thurston Net Worth – $6 million What is Mike Thurston’s net worth? How tall is Mike Thurston? Introduction If you are into fitness and love going to the gym, you have probably heard of Mike Thurston. If not, you are about to learn who he is and what makes him so famous and, of course, so wealthy. The Origin Story Thurston began weightlifting at the age of 18 and left his hometown of Leeds the same year to pursue a degree in Economics and Business Management in Newcastle.