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Wolves avoid sweep in West finals – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

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2 months ago

May 28, 2024

www.nbcdfw.com – – 2024-05-28 17:24:00

SUMMARY: Karl-Anthony Towns scored 20 of his 25 points in the second half, and the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Dallas Mavericks 105-100, preventing a sweep in the Western Conference finals. Anthony Edwards contributed 29 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists as the Wolves extended their first conference finals appearance in 20 years. Minnesota, now heading home for Game 5, aims to further challenge the No. 5 seed Dallas. Luka Doncic had a triple-double with 28 points but struggled alongside Kyrie Irving, who scored 16 points. Key plays from Towns and Edwards secured the win for Minnesota in the final moments.

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History, security to take center stage during Biden's visit to Austin

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3 hours ago

July 27, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Will DuPree – 2024-07-27 07:30:00

SUMMARY: President Joe Biden will return to Austin for his first public appearance since ending his reelection campaign, delivering a speech at the LBJ Presidential Library to mark 60 years since the Civil Rights Act. The event, initially delayed due to an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, will feature heightened security measures involving the Secret Service and local police. The visit parallels Lyndon Johnson's exit from the presidential race in 1968. Biden's endorsement of Kamala Harris as his successor is seen as a significant moment, reflecting the Democratic Party's unity. The event will be live-streamed by KXAN.

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Where to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics in Austin

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3 hours ago

July 27, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Taylor Girtman – 2024-07-27 07:14:53

SUMMARY: The 2024 Paris Olympics kicked off with an opening ceremony. Various venues in the Austin area are hosting watch parties with themed activities and specials. Parlor & Yard on Sixth Street offers Olympics-theme drinks and a “Barlympics” competition. High 5! in Lakeway airs big-screen coverage. Dirdie Birdie provides free “gold medal shots” for Team USA golds. Industry in east Austin features the games with themed cocktails, and Vacancy Brewing hosts an Opening Ceremony watch party with drink specials. Stay updated on Texan athletes with push alerts from the KXAN News App and the More Than The Score newsletter.

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Gianmarco Tamberi loses wedding ring in Seine during Olympic Opening Ceremony – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

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6 hours ago

July 27, 2024

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www.nbcdfw.com – Danielle Abreu – 2024-07-27 04:00:32

SUMMARY: Olympic high jump champion Gianmarco Tamberi apologized to his wife after losing his wedding ring during the Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony. Overwhelmed with emotion, Tamberi received the Italian flag from President Sergio Mattarella and led the delegation with fencer Arianna Errigo. While enthusiastically waving the flag on a rainy Seine River, the ring slipped from his wet hands and fell into the water. On Instagram, Tamberi suggested his wife also throw her ring into the river so the symbols of their marriage could be “together forever,” offering a poetic reason to renew their vows.

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