Sports, Entertainment & Culture — July 8, 2026

Hargitay to host the Emmys. The 'Law & Order: SVU' star will host the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards on NBC Sept. 14, becoming the first female Emmys host in 15 years. (<a href="https://apnews.com/article/mariska-hargitay-emmys-host-ce89d68f5d20a4e35411474ad83132fd">More</a>)

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IOC lifts Russia suspension. The International Olympic Committee ended its three-year neutral-status vetting program, clearing the way for Russian athletes to compete at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. (<a href="https://www.npr.org/2026/07/07/nx-s1-5884868/russia-olympics-ban-lifted-ioc-2028-los-angeles-games">More</a>)

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Djokovic survives Wimbledon thriller. The 24-time Grand Slam champion outlasted Felix Auger-Aliassime in five sets, setting up a semifinal rematch with Jannik Sinner at the All England Club. (<a href="https://www.cbssports.com/tennis/news/wimbledon-2026-results-novak-djokovic-felix-auger-aliassime-jannik-sinner/">More</a>)

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Ohtani hits home run No. 300. The Dodgers star led off against Colorado with the 300th homer of his career, becoming the fifth-fastest player in MLB history to reach the milestone. (<a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/dodgers/2026/07/07/shohei-ohtani-300-home-runs/90843372007/">More</a>)

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Argentina completes late comeback over Egypt. Down 2-0 late, the reigning champions scored three times to win 3-2 and reach the World Cup quarterfinals, a match marked by Messi magic and VAR drama. (<a href="https://www.npr.org/2026/07/07/nx-s1-5884872/2026-world-cup-fifa-argentina-egypt-round-of-16">More</a>)

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