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The 2026 Commonwealth Games could be pushed back a year as officials work to find a new state – or several cities – to host the event, an inquiry has heard.

Craig Phillips, the chief executive of Commonwealth Games Australia, on Friday said the organisation was working on plans for a “scaled-back” event that might be held in 2027.

“It may be a scaled back version of the games, given the time we have, but if you look around the capital cities around Australia … all have the capability of hosting games,” Phillips told a Senate inquiry that’s examining the Victorian government’s decision to withdraw from hosting the event.

“Even some of the smaller cities around the country have that capability of certainly contributing to a game. We have to look at all possible models…

Ryan Seacrest Taking Over ‘Wheel of Fortune’ As Pat Sajak’s Replacement 

Ryan Seacrest is set to become the new host of “Wheel of Fortune.” 

The “American Idol” personality shared the news on social media Tuesday, writing — “I’m truly humbled to be stepping into the footsteps of the legendary Pat Sajak. I can say, along with the rest of America, that it’s been a privilege and pure joy to watch Pat and Vanna [White] on our television screens for an unprecedented 40 years, making us smile every night and feel right at home with them.” 

The 48-year-old spoke directly to the game show’s longtime host, Pat Sajak, adding — “Pat, I love the way you’ve always celebrated the contestants and made viewers at home feel at ease.”

He continued — “I look…

Tyra Banks has shared her thoughts on being replaced by Julianne Hough in the Dancing With The Stars ballroom. Tyra was the host of the dancing competition for three years. She took over the role after longtime host Tom Bergeron and his co-host Erin Andrews were allegedly fired from the show. Tyra hosted two seasons by herself before being joined by co-host Alfonso Ribeiro.

In March, Tyra announced her departure from DWTS. Although she enjoyed hosting the dancing competition each week, she felt it was time to step away. The news came both as a shock and excitement as Tyra’s hosting skills were not loved by many longtime fans of the show. Although Tyra is leaving the show, Alfonso will continue to co-host for the upcoming season.