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Russian man is among those arrested in plots targeting Paris Olympics
SUMMARY: French authorities have intercepted multiple plots aimed at disrupting the 2024 Paris Olympics, including the arrest of a 40-year-old Russian man accused of conducting espionage to provoke unrest. His arrest occurred days before the opening ceremony, amidst heightened security concerns due to international tensions, particularly related to Russia’s actions in Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas conflict. Additionally, an 18-year-old was apprehended in Gironde for allegedly planning violent actions against the Games. France has deployed 35,000 police officers daily, with military support and assistance from over 40 countries, to ensure the safety of the event.
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Back Bay Mission & Ground Zero Blues Club Biloxi present the 2024 Musicians with a Mission
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Optimistic Saints and rebuilding Panthers set to unveil new offenses in NFC South clash
SUMMARY: The renovated Superdome will mark the beginning of the NFL season as the New Orleans Saints face the Carolina Panthers. New Orleans, under coach Dennis Allen and new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, aims to revitalize its offense with quarterback Derek Carr and players like Alvin Kamara and Chris Olave. Meanwhile, the Panthers, coming off a 2-15 season, have a new general manager and coach, signaling a fresh start. Both teams feature many new faces; Young is expected to lead Carolina’s challenged offense. As defenses adjust, the stakes for both teams are high heading into the season opener.
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Award-winning Delta State University faculty and student film project to air on Mississippi Public Broadcasting
SUMMARY: The film “I Want to Be at the Meeting: Sacred and Secular in the Mississippi Delta” will air on Mississippi Public Broadcasting on September 13 and 15. It features Grammy-nominated artist Jontavious Willis and the Coahoma Community College Choir, presenting powerful gospel performances. Producer Don Allan Mitchell emphasized the project‘s interdisciplinary nature, stemming from a live-streamed concert during the pandemic. The film’s co-producer, Ted Fisher, recognized its potential as a documentary, showcasing the deep connection between blues and Black gospel music. Delta State University students played a key role in filming and editing, enhancing their learning experience.
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