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Redgrave meets Environment Sec over Thames pollution

Olympic gold medallist rower Sir Steve Redgrave has handed a letter to the environment secretary Steve Reed to share his and young people's concerns about "effluent being put into the rivers, and how dirty and vile they are". Head of Communities at River Action Erica Popplewell says she feels "encouraged" that the government has banned bonuses for pollutant water bosses, but wants to see further action. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

IOC President Kirsty Coventry Opposes Olympic Bans Over Conflicts, Open To Russia’s 2026 Return

IOC President Kirsty Coventry opposes banning athletes over armed conflicts, signaling a shift in Olympic policy. She plans to discuss Russia’s return to competition, emphasizing a case-by-case approach. Coventry, the first African woman to lead the IOC, will form a task force to guide sports decisions amid global conflicts. She highlights Africa’s ongoing crises and the need to protect athletes. Her stance challenges previous Olympic restrictions, which barred Russian and Belarusian teams after the Ukraine war escalated in 2022. #IOC #Olympics #KirstyCoventry #Russia #Belarus #Paris2024 #OlympicGames #SportsPolitics #Putin #UkraineWar #Athletes #GlobalSports #OlympicBan #InternationalSports #Zimbabwe #SebastianCoe #JuanAntonioSamaranch #NeutralAthletes #SportsNews #BreakingNews Also Read Double Olympic Medallist Manu Bhaker Excluded From Khel Ratna Nomination: Report :: https://www.oneindia.com/sports/double-olympic-medallist-manu-bhaker-excluded-from-khel-ratna-nomination-report-4023777.html?ref=DMDesc India's 2036 Olympics Dream: PM Modi's Independence Day Speech Highlights Commitment To Host Olympics :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/indias-2036-olympics-dream-pm-modis-independence-day-speech-highlights-commitment-to-host-olympic-011-3908087.html?ref=DMDesc US Matches China in Gold Medals at Paris Olympics with Women's Basketball Win :: https://www.oneindia.com/sports/us-ties-china-in-olympics-gold-medal-count-011-3905035.html?ref=DMDesc

Meet Diyora Keldiyorova: The Olympic judo Champion inspiring Uzbekistan’s next generation

In this episode of Changemakers of Uzbekistan, we meet Diyora Keldiyorova, the Olympic judo champion whose historic gold medal win is transforming the perception of women in sports.

Paris BREAKING : Really Huge WWII Bomb Found Near Paris Shuts Down Eurostar Services, Many Stranded

Paris BREAKING : A massive World War II-era bomb discovered near the tracks at Gare du Nord forced the cancellation of all Eurostar trains between Paris, London, and Brussels, leaving thousands of passengers stranded. The unexploded device was found during construction work, prompting immediate rail service suspensions and a large-scale security operation. Bomb disposal teams were deployed, and authorities assured the public that defusal procedures were underway. The disruption rippled across Europe, affecting travel plans for countless commuters and tourists. Authorities are yet to confirm when full services will resume. Stay tuned for updates! Paris BREAKING #ParisBreaking #Eurostar #ParisEurostar #EurostarTrains #WW2Bomb #ParisTravel #EurostarDelays #ParisNews #TrainDisruptions #WWIIHistory #FranceTravel #EurostarCancellations #ParisTransport #TravelUpdates #RailwayNews #BreakingNews Also Read Fire At Eiffel Tower: 1,200 Tourists Evacuated After Massive Fire At World Monument In Paris :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/fire-at-eiffel-tower-1-200-tourists-evacuated-after-massive-fire-at-world-monument-in-paris-011-4024983.html?ref=DMDesc Notre Dame Reopens: A Complete Travel Guide To Paris’s Iconic Gothic Gem :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/notre-dame-reopens-a-complete-travel-guide-to-paris-s-iconic-gothic-gem-011-4009755.html?ref=DMDesc Archbishop Laurent Ulrich's Knock Celebrates Notre Dame Cathedral's Reopening After Restoration :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/archbishops-knock-restores-notre-dame-cathedral-011-4009389.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.97~GR.125~PR.152~ED.194~