From Snoop Dogg blowing Olympic-like rings to Simone Biles’ heart, pins remain the talk post-Paris Games
PARIS – While the Olympics have dramatically changed over the years, the art and hobby of pin trading has persisted. The Paris Games featured an eclectic selection of options.
In centrist shift, Democrats tweak platform, deploy anti-Donald Trump Republicans to help Kamala Harris broaden appeal
CHICAGO – In a bid to attract disaffected Republicans, Democrats have pulled back from some progressive policies and showcased anti-Donald Trump Republicans, including Mesa Mayor John Giles, at their national convention.
Vulnerable on border security, Democrats adopt some GOP rhetoric even as Harris slams Trump’s approach
CHICAGO – Faced with relentless attacks over record level illegal immigration, Democrats have tweaked their platform, adding a promise to secure the border that appeared nowhere in the 2020 platform. It’s a major vulnerability for Vice President Kamala Harris.
Arizona Democrats bar press from convention events, defying norms and keeping cabinet members and governors off camera
CHICAGO – At the Democratic National Convention, Arizona delegates heard from cabinet secretaries, governors and other VIPs behind closed doors, with a no-media policy that defies tradition and norms in both parties. Arizona Republicans were likewise media-averse this year.
‘I don’t want to be in ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’’: Abortion access drives Arizona delegates to get out the vote
CHICAGO – Reproductive rights are center stage at the Democratic National Convention, and Arizona Democrats see abortion rights ballot initiative as a sure way to drive up turnout.
Arizona Democrats pin hopes on Kamala Harris to break the glass ceiling Hillary Clinton cracked
CHICAGO – Vice President Kamala Harris would be the first female president, and Arizona Democrats, especially women, are pinning their hopes on her to break the glass ceiling that Hillary Clinton left cracked eight years ago after her failed presidential run.
Arizona Democrats ‘excited, invigorated and happy’ as national convention kicks off four-day Chicago rally for Harris-Walz ticket
CHICAGO – Arizona Democrats, like other delegates to the Democratic National Convention, said they’re filled with optimism about the 2024 election now that Vice President Kamala Harris is the nominee.
Movie magic in Montmartre, then and now: Paris remains famous for its numerous scenic shots in film
PARIS - Paris, the city of cinema, offers beautiful backdrops and is widely considered the most filmed city in the world. Well-known film spots throughout Montmartre draw the attention of tourists and directors alike.
Painting Paris: Street art grows in popularity across Paris
PARIS - Street art covers Parisian walls. It is impossible to walk the streets without seeing a tag or mural, as artists utilize expressive freedom. This art was spotlighted during the recent Paris Olympics.
From skateboarding to basketball, Paris showcased its street sport culture during Olympics
PARIS – In the shadow of the Olympics, the streets of Paris were filled with prospective athletes who find a home in the parks and on the street, whether it was skateboarding or playing basketball.
IOC, Team USA use new technology to promote athlete mental wellness, even after Olympics are over
PARIS – At the 2024 Paris Olympics, the International Olympic Committee and Team USA did more than ever before to help with Olympians’ mental well-being by using technology like VR, AI and therapy.
Betting on the future: Legalized sports gambling thrives, but at what cost to students and athletes?
PHOENIX – As betting numbers continue to rise in the state of Arizona, college campuses are no exception. With an interesting gambling past, ASU has seen the impacts of legalization.
