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The Latest Breaking News from Paralympics

Tanni Grey-Thompson backs initiative to unite generations of GB&NI Paralympians

The new ParalympicsGB community aims to connect athletes from across the generations.

The Independent UK

Live sites in Australia for Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Australian sports clubs and community groups have been encouraged to watch the Paris Olympics and Paralympics together at live sites and watch parties.

AAP

Ad campaign seeks to boost sales for Paris Paralympics

Organisers of the Paris Paralympics this week launched an advertising campaign to boost sales for the Games given that only 300,000 tickets have been purchased so far by members of the public.

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Maisie Summers-Newton and Tully Kearney named in ParalympicsGB swimming squad

Great Britain’s selection features 15 debutants, including 13-year-old Iona Winnifrith.

The Independent UK

GB chef de mission Penny Briscoe has security concerns over Paris Paralympics

The first European-based Paralympics since London 2012 will run from August 28 to September 8.

The Independent UK

Paralympics countdown: ‘We want to positively influence lives of 1.2bn people’

With 100 days to go until the Paris Games, the IPC’s Andrew Parsons says it is vital for disability rights they are the best ever

The Guardian - UK

Paralympics organisers launch campaign to boost ticket sales with 100 days to go

Paralympics organisers in Paris have a message they hope will encourage many more fans to buy tickets

The Independent UK

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Paralympians feel empowered modelling 2024 uniforms

The Australian Paralympics team has unveiled their specially-tailored uniforms as part of Australian Fashion Week ahead of the competition in Paris.

AAP

Something blue: British kits for Paris 2024 stripped back and traditional

Team GB and ParalympicsGB official kits have been unveiled by adidas with no sign of any ‘hoo haa’

The Guardian - UK

Steelers book spot at Paralympic Games

A comprehensive qualifying tournament win over Brazil has booked Australia's wheelchair rugby team a place at the Paralympics in Paris.

AAP

Reality TV Star Nelson Thomas Undergoes Foot Amputation After Accident

Nelson Thomas undergoes life-changing amputation after DUI accident, shares journey online, and aims for Paralympics.

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French Government Offers Bonuses To Civil Servants For Olympics

French government offers bonuses to civil servants to prevent strikes during the Paris Olympics and Paralympics. Efforts to address worker concerns and ens...

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Russian And Belarusian Athletes Barred From Paralympics Opening Ceremony

Russian and Belarusian Paralympic athletes face stricter restrictions compared to the Olympics in Paris.

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Paralympics Chief Hopes For Full Stadiums And Extensive TV Coverage In Paris

International Paralympic Committee president Andrew Parsons has told AFP he hopes the Paralympics in Paris will take place in full stadiums and predicted the TV coverage would be the most extensive in history.

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The Paris Olympics medals will have pieces of the Eiffel Tower

A hexagonal, polished chunk of iron taken from the iconic landmark is being embedded in each gold, silver and bronze medal that will be hung around athletes' necks at the Paris Games and Paralympics.

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Paris Olympics and Paralympics Medals to Feature Eiffel Tower Chunk

Discover the unique medals of the Paris Olympics and Paralympics, each containing a piece of the iconic Eiffel Tower. Learn more about this historic feat here.

International Business Times

Paris Olympics Medals To Contain 'Piece Of Eiffel Tower'

The medals awarded at this year's Paris Olympics and Paralympics will feature a hexagon-shaped piece of iron taken from the original Eiffel Tower in their centre, organisers said as they unveiled their design on Thursday.

The Guardian - UK

Paris Paralympics organisers bid to eclipse London 2012 with new blueprint

Étienne Thobois, the Paris 2024 chief executive, says the Paralympics has evolved since London 2012 and that ‘society’s gone a long way, so we need to do better’

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The Independent UK

Dame Sarah Storey reveals how her son convinced her to target a ninth Paralympics

Great Britain’s most-decorated Paralympian will try to add to her 17 gold medals at Paris 2024 – and the 46-year-old has her children to thank

AAP

Para paddling star McGrath to be tested by Paris wind

Curtis McGrath is looking to continue his kayak domination at the Paris Paralympics but says conditions on the course could prove tricky for paddlers.

The Hindu

Manish Narwal clinches the gold

In table tennis, Paralympics and Para Asiad medalist Bhavina Patel won 3-0 over Gujarat statemate Shamim Chawda in the Class 4 category.

AAP

Parker aiming for dual-sport Paralympic glory

Star Australian triathlete and cyclist Lauren Parker wants to "create history" as she chases three gold medals across the two sports at the Paris Paralympics.

AAP

Swimming honoured at AIS awards ahead of Olympics

Swimming has dominated the Australian Institute of Sport annual awards, winning nearly half the categories as it builds to the Paris Olympics and Paralympics.

The Independent UK

Olympic organizers to release more than 400,000 new tickets for the Paris Games and Paralympics

Olympic organizers will release 400,000 extra tickets for next year’s Paris Games and the Paralympics at the end of the month

The Hindu

Paralympics champion Sumit Antil breaks world record, leads India's 30-medal haul in Asian Para Games

India's Sumit Antil bettered his own javelin throw F64 world record to win gold, leading India's 30-medal haul on Day 3 of the Hangzhou Asian Para Games. India's total medal count after three days stood at 64 (15G, 20S, 29B).

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