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Leonardo Muñoz/AFP via Getty Images A new women’s world record was set Thursday at Nathan’s annual hot dog eating contest, when Miki Sudo, a 38-year-old from Florida, ate 51 hot dogs in 10 minutes, marking the defending champion’s 10th career victory. “I’m happy to have another year to call this my own,” she said after claiming victory. Patrick Bertoletti won the men’s division, eating 58 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes. This was his first time winning, and he became the first man to do so in 16 years, following on from Joey Chestnut. Nathan’s Hot Dog Contest legend…

Image caption, Hurricane Beryl devastated St. Vincent and the GrenadinesHurricane Beryl has wreaked havoc in parts of the Caribbean, drawing attention to the role of climate change.Its maximum sustained winds exceeded 160 miles per hour (257 kilometers per hour), making it the fastest Category 5 Atlantic hurricane in records dating back nearly 100 years.In fact, only one Category 5 Atlantic hurricane has been recorded in July – Hurricane Emily on July 16, 2005.The causes of individual storms are complex, making it difficult to fully attribute specific instances to climate change.Article informationauthor, Mark Pointingrole, Climate ReporterJuly 3, 2024Updated 7 hours agoHowever,…

GENEVA (AP) — The International Swimming Federation says its chief executive has been ordered to testify as a witness in a U.S. criminal investigation into the disqualification of 23 Chinese swimmers during a swimming contest. Failed a doping test They have been cleared to continue competing in 2021.The news comes just three weeks before the Paris Olympics, where 11 Chinese swimmers who tested positive for a banned heart drug three years ago are due to compete.Just weeks before China’s swimmers won three gold medals at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, the World Anti-Doping Agency did not dispute that Chinese authorities had…

Indian team arrives live: Grand welcome awaits at ITC MauryaIf you thought the fan frenzy at Delhi airport was impressive, hold your breath for a big surprise awaits the World Champions at the ITC Maurya Hotel. Chefs have prepared a specially handcrafted cake with the Indian team jersey as a motif. Apart from this, the team will be welcomed by hotel staff, guests and a host of media personnel. Source link

Team India Victory Parade Live Updates: Everyone will miss Rahul Dravid! Live Updates of Indian Team Victory Parade: Everyone will miss Rahul Dravid whose tenure as India coach ended with the T20 World Cup. He neither re-applied nor took up an extension in his contract.In his final speech to the team, he said, “I’m short of words but I just want to say thank you all for being part of this amazing memory. You will all remember this moment. As I always say, it’s not the runs or the wickets that matter. You will never forget your career. But you…

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, on Thursday distributed security equipment to 1,050 hunters to fight crime and illegalities in the state. Speaking at the distribution event of the gadgets, the Governor expressed his administration’s resolve to deal firmly with anyone seeking to disrupt the residents of Kogi State. He vowed that Kogi State would never become a breeding ground for criminals, stressing that all must work together to flush out enemies of the state. He enjoined the hunters to support other security agencies in making the state crime-free and remain professional. “My administration has adopted kinetic and non-kinetic approaches…

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is due to visit Russia next week and meet President Vladimir Putin, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs said.Modi will be on a two-day visit to the country starting Monday at the invitation of President Putin, the ministry said in a statement.According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the two leaders are expected to review the developing bilateral relations between the two countries and discuss regional and global issues.The Kremlin said earlier this week that the planned visit would likely take place in July, with spokesman Dmitry Peskov describing it as “very important.””Furthermore, our trade…

I’ve always felt that cherry pits were aptly named, since the thing you remove from them is the seed itself. As a former professional baker, I’ve always loved pies, jams, sauces, and other treats made with cherries, but they were never fun to make. That is, until I recently reluctantly tried the Ordekcity Cherry Pitter, a #1 bestseller on Amazon. Generally, I’m not a fan of disposable gadgets, but I have to say this one is revolutionary. If you’re planning on making the most of your summer mini stone fruit bounty, you’ll want to grab this time-saving item. At just…

In the Betfred World Matchplay, Michael van Gerwen and Luke Littler go head to head in a titanic first round, while Nathan Aspinall begins his title defence against Luke Woodhouse.Aspinall claimed World Matchplay glory in sensational style 12 months ago and the Stockport star will begin his campaign against Woodhouse, one of five debutants in this year’s 32-man field. “Luke is a fantastic player and has played some fantastic darts this year, that’s why he’s in this tournament.” “It was a great feeling,” Aspinall recalled, shortly after the draw was made on Thursday. “I’ve played Luke a lot and have…

SAVVY’s bargain experts have revealed the top 10 items shoppers should buy on their next visit to Home Bargains. Posts on the LatestDeals TikTok page showcase the best deals currently available at the discount variety store. Home Bargains is selling Mason jars for 99pTikTok stars found these bags for under £5Among the items currently on sale are colourful fruit-themed mason jars, which shoppers can purchase for just 99p. This trendy bottle, which comes with a straw for drinking, can be purchased in lemon, strawberry and orange themed patterns. In keeping with the summer theme, the social media star has also…