Today: November 01, 2024
Today: November 01, 2024

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Crime|Sports

Manchester United women’s player Geyse subjected to homophobic abuse online

Manchester United women’s player Geyse subjected to homophobic abuse online

August 14, 2024
Manchester United women’s player Geyse subjected to homophobic abuse online
Health|News|Sports

Vikings rookie QB JJ McCarthy to miss season after surgery for meniscus tear

Vikings rookie QB JJ McCarthy to miss season after surgery for meniscus tear

August 14, 2024
Vikings rookie QB JJ McCarthy to miss season after surgery for meniscus tear
News|Sports

Team GB runner Rose Harvey says she completed Olympic marathon with broken leg

Team GB runner Rose Harvey says she completed Olympic marathon with broken leg

August 14, 2024
Team GB runner Rose Harvey says she completed Olympic marathon with broken leg
Crime|News|Sports

French prosecutors investigate gender-based cyber harassment of Algerian Olympic champ Imane Khelif

French prosecutors say they are investigating a complaint made by Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif for online harassment

August 14, 2024
French prosecutors investigate gender-based cyber harassment of Algerian Olympic champ Imane Khelif
Sports|US

Yankees slugger Juan Soto hits 3 homers in a game for the 1st time

Juan Soto has hit three home runs in a game for the first time in his career, connecting in three consecutive at-bats for the New York Yankees against the Chicago White Sox

August 14, 2024
Yankees slugger Juan Soto hits 3 homers in a game for the 1st time
News|Opinion|Sports

Panel member who ruled on Team USA’s Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal appeal has a history of representing Romania in legal cases

Panel member who ruled on Team USA’s Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal appeal has a history of representing Romania in legal cases

August 14, 2024
Panel member who ruled on Team USA’s Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal appeal has a history of representing Romania in legal cases
Americas|News|Sports|US

Jazz Chisholm Jr. 'likely' headed to IL with elbow injury

New York Yankees third baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. appears headed to the injured list with a left elbow injury, manager Aaron Boone said Tuesday

August 13, 2024
Jazz Chisholm Jr. 'likely' headed to IL with elbow injury
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology

Paris Olympics ratings soar 82% over Tokyo Games, delivering big boost to NBC’s Peacock streamer

Paris Olympics ratings soar 82% over Tokyo Games, delivering big boost to NBC’s Peacock streamer

August 13, 2024
Paris Olympics ratings soar 82% over Tokyo Games, delivering big boost to NBC’s Peacock streamer
News|Sports|US

Michigan's Sherrone Moore looks forward to release of text messages in sign-stealing investigation

Michigan coach Sherrone Moore says he looks forward to the release of his text messages with Connor Stalions, the former low-level recruiting staffer who resigned amid a sign-stealing scandal

August 13, 2024
Michigan's Sherrone Moore looks forward to release of text messages in sign-stealing investigation
Crime|Sports

Northwest Indiana youth football team devastated by fire that destroyed fieldhouse

Northwest Indiana youth football team devastated by fire that destroyed fieldhouse

August 13, 2024
Northwest Indiana youth football team devastated by fire that destroyed fieldhouse
News|Sports

Analysis: Olympics with a short field delivers stars on the podium and compelling golf

Golf has been part of the Olympics for the last three Summer Games and continues to deliver big stars to the podium and memorable outcomes

August 13, 2024
Analysis: Olympics with a short field delivers stars on the podium and compelling golf
Crime|News|Sports

Browns rookie DT Mike Hall Jr. arrested on domestic violence charge after fight with fiancee

Cleveland Browns rookie defensive tackle Mike Hall Jr. has been arrested and charged with domestic violence after a fight with his fiancee

August 13, 2024
Browns rookie DT Mike Hall Jr. arrested on domestic violence charge after fight with fiancee
Europe|Sports

Kylian Mbappé ready to make Real Madrid debut in UEFA Super Cup against Atalanta

Kylian Mbappé appears ready to make his debut for Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup against Atalanta on Wednesday

August 13, 2024
Kylian Mbappé ready to make Real Madrid debut in UEFA Super Cup against Atalanta
Business|Sports|US

Tennessee reaches long-term deal with Knoxville-based Pilot to preserve name of Neyland Stadium

Tennessee has announced a long-term deal with travel-center giant Pilot that preserves the names of Neyland Stadium and Shields-Watkins Field while giving the Knoxville-based company prominent signage throughout the stadium, including on the playing surface

August 13, 2024
Tennessee reaches long-term deal with Knoxville-based Pilot to preserve name of Neyland Stadium
News|Sports|World

Real Madrid’s Vinícius Jr. offered over $1 billion to move to Saudi Arabia, per reports

Real Madrid’s Vinícius Jr. offered over $1 billion to move to Saudi Arabia, per reports

August 13, 2024
Real Madrid’s Vinícius Jr. offered over $1 billion to move to Saudi Arabia, per reports
News|Sports

Georgia tops college football AP preseason poll for second year in a row

Georgia tops college football AP preseason poll for second year in a row

August 13, 2024
Georgia tops college football AP preseason poll for second year in a row
Europe|Sports

Man United signs De Ligt and Mazraoui after selling Wan-Bissaka to complete defensive shake-up

Manchester United has signed Netherlands center back Matthijs de Ligt and Morocco full back Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich

August 13, 2024
Man United signs De Ligt and Mazraoui after selling Wan-Bissaka to complete defensive shake-up
Lifestyle|News|Sports

WNBA star Dearica Hamby files lawsuit against league and former team over alleged treatment while pregnant

WNBA star Dearica Hamby files lawsuit against league and former team over alleged treatment while pregnant

August 13, 2024
WNBA star Dearica Hamby files lawsuit against league and former team over alleged treatment while pregnant
News|Sports

Why seeding for the expanded College Football Playoff isn't as simple as counting from 1 to 12

The College Football Playoff expands to from four to 12 teams this season, a massive change that will profoundly impact the sport and how success is defined

August 13, 2024
Why seeding for the expanded College Football Playoff isn't as simple as counting from 1 to 12
News|Sports|US

Jordan Chiles medal inquiry: USA Gymnastics says arbitration panel won't reconsider decision

USA Gymnastics officials say an arbitration panel won’t reconsider a decision asking gymnast Jordan Chiles to return the bronze medal she was awarded in the floor exercise at the Paris Olympics

August 12, 2024
Jordan Chiles medal inquiry: USA Gymnastics says arbitration panel won't reconsider decision
Lifestyle|News|Sports|US

All-Star Dearica Hamby sues WNBA, Aces alleging discrimination, retaliation for being pregnant

Los Angeles Sparks All-Star Dearica Hamby sued the WNBA and her former team in federal court Monday regarding her treatment from the Las Vegas Aces while pregnant

August 12, 2024
All-Star Dearica Hamby sues WNBA, Aces alleging discrimination, retaliation for being pregnant
Lifestyle|Sports

Boston Red Sox suspend All-Star MVP Jarren Duran after homophobic slur directed at fan

Boston Red Sox suspend All-Star MVP Jarren Duran after homophobic slur directed at fan

August 12, 2024
Boston Red Sox suspend All-Star MVP Jarren Duran after homophobic slur directed at fan
News|Sports|US

Jarren Duran suspended 2 games by Red Sox for shouting homophobic slur at fan who heckled him

The Boston Red Sox have suspended Jarren Duran for two games without pay after he shouted a homophobic slur to a fan behind home plate who heckled him in a loss to the Houston Astros

August 12, 2024
Jarren Duran suspended 2 games by Red Sox for shouting homophobic slur at fan who heckled him
Opinion|Sports

Everything to know about the controversy over Jordan Chiles’ Olympic bronze medal

Everything to know about the controversy over Jordan Chiles’ Olympic bronze medal

August 12, 2024
Everything to know about the controversy over Jordan Chiles’ Olympic bronze medal
News|Sports

American gymnast Jordan Chiles stripped of Olympic bronze medal

US gymnast Jordan Chiles will have to return the bronze medal she won in the floor exercise after the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled she had been improperly moved up from fifth place.

August 12, 2024
American gymnast Jordan Chiles stripped of Olympic bronze medal
News|Sports

First full weekend of new NFL kickoff rule brings 2 long returns and plenty of confusion

The first full weekend of exhibition games featuring the NFL's new dynamic kickoff featured two long returns, a significant drop in touchbacks and mass confusion on an odd play that ended up as a rare safety

August 12, 2024
First full weekend of new NFL kickoff rule brings 2 long returns and plenty of confusion
Celebrity|Entertainment|Health|News|Sports

Aaron Rodgers says he regrets his 'immunized' comment in 2021 in an upcoming book about the QB

Aaron Rodgers says in a soon-to-be published book that he should have handled discussing his COVID-19 immunization status differently

August 12, 2024
Aaron Rodgers says he regrets his 'immunized' comment in 2021 in an upcoming book about the QB
Sports|Travel

(DNT) ADIEU, PARIS! HEY, LA: GEARING UP FOR OLYMPICS IN 2028 (3pmET)

AS THE PARIS GAMES COME TO A CLOSE THIS WEEKEND, THE NEXT OLYMPIC CITY IS SWINGING INTO ACTION FOR 2028. IVAN RODRIGUEZ REPORTS

August 12, 2024
(DNT) ADIEU, PARIS! HEY, LA: GEARING UP FOR OLYMPICS IN 2028 (3pmET)
Entertainment|News|Sports|US

Katie Ledecky basks in the glow of more Olympic glory

CNN Sport's Coy Wire talks to U.S. Olympic swimming star Katie Ledecky about becoming the most decorated U.S. female Olympian.

August 12, 2024
Katie Ledecky basks in the glow of more Olympic glory
Entertainment|Sports|US

'I solely did it for myself': Simone Biles on special meaning of Paris Olympics

CNN Sports Anchor Coy Wire asks USA Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles why the 2024 competition is so important to her.

August 12, 2024
'I solely did it for myself': Simone Biles on special meaning of Paris Olympics
News|Sports

Baseball is back in the Olympics in 2028. What the rosters will look like is hard to say

The on-again, off-again relationship between the Olympics and baseball is heading toward another reconciliation in 2028

August 12, 2024
Baseball is back in the Olympics in 2028. What the rosters will look like is hard to say
News|Sports

Aaron Rai takes advantage of Max Greyserman's late meltdown to win the Wyndham Championship

Aaron Rai took advantage of Max Greyserman’s late meltdown to win the Wyndham Championship on Sunday for his first PGA Tour title

August 12, 2024
Aaron Rai takes advantage of Max Greyserman's late meltdown to win the Wyndham Championship
Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Sports

Yseult hits Olympic stage as closing ceremony performer, shining light on music and modeling career

Parisian singer-model Yseult was the final act to perform during the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics on Sunday

August 11, 2024
Yseult hits Olympic stage as closing ceremony performer, shining light on music and modeling career
Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports|Videos

Tom Cruise performs crazy stunt jump from stadium roof during Olympics closing ceremony

Tom Cruise performs crazy stunt jump from stadium roof during Olympics closing ceremony

August 11, 2024
Tom Cruise performs crazy stunt jump from stadium roof during Olympics closing ceremony
Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|Videos

Who performed at the Olympic closing ceremony? Snoop, Dr. Dre, Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili Peppers

Snoop Dogg brought out Dr. Dre, Billie Eilish and Red Hot Chili Peppers all performed from a California beachside during the handover to the 2028 Los Angeles Games

August 11, 2024
Who performed at the Olympic closing ceremony? Snoop, Dr. Dre, Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili Peppers
Business|Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Feeling saucy? McDonald’s France jokes about pulling classic curry sauce after Steph Curry leads US over France

Feeling saucy? McDonald’s France jokes about pulling classic curry sauce after Steph Curry leads US over France

August 11, 2024
Feeling saucy? McDonald’s France jokes about pulling classic curry sauce after Steph Curry leads US over France
News|Sports

Anson Dorrance retires as North Carolina women's soccer coach after NCAA-record 21 national titles

Anson Dorrance, whose 21 NCAA championships are the most by a head coach in any Division I sport in college history, is retiring after 45 seasons directing the women’s soccer program at North Carolina

August 11, 2024
Anson Dorrance retires as North Carolina women's soccer coach after NCAA-record 21 national titles
Entertainment|Europe|News|Sports

Paris closes the Olympics, and Los Angeles turns to Tom Cruise for its 2028 mission

Paris has closed out two and a half extraordinary weeks of Olympic sports and emotion with a star-studded show in France’s national stadium

August 11, 2024
Paris closes the Olympics, and Los Angeles turns to Tom Cruise for its 2028 mission
News|Sports

Brittney Griner lets tears flow during national anthem after U.S. women win gold

Standing on the medal stand with her third gold medal draped around her neck, Brittney Griner looked at the U.S. flag with tears streaming down her cheeks during the national anthem

August 11, 2024
Brittney Griner lets tears flow during national anthem after U.S. women win gold
News|Sports|US

A'ja Wilson, US women hold off France to win eighth straight Olympic basketball gold medal

A’ja Wilson scored 21 points and the U.S. survived the biggest challenge of its unprecedented run to eight straight gold medals with a 67-66 win over France on Sunday

August 11, 2024
A'ja Wilson, US women hold off France to win eighth straight Olympic basketball gold medal
Crime|Europe|News|Sports

Police arrest climber who tried to scale Eiffel Tower on last day of Paris Olympics

A climber scaled the north face of the Eiffel Tower in Paris on Sunday, the last day of the Olympics, before he was intercepted by police mid-way up, police said.

August 11, 2024
Police arrest climber who tried to scale Eiffel Tower on last day of Paris Olympics
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|News|Sports

Paris Olympics Memorable Moments: Simone Biles was the star but the spotlight reached many faces

Simone Biles stole the show at the Paris Olympics with a captivating comeback that had everyone watching everything she did both in and out of the gymnasium

August 11, 2024
Paris Olympics Memorable Moments: Simone Biles was the star but the spotlight reached many faces
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

An 81-year-old Chiefs fan dreamed of meeting Patrick Mahomes before she ‘croaks’

An 81-year-old Chiefs fan dreamed of meeting Patrick Mahomes before she ‘croaks’

August 11, 2024
An 81-year-old Chiefs fan dreamed of meeting Patrick Mahomes before she ‘croaks’
Americas|Asia|News|Sports|US|World

USA and China tie for most gold medals in the 2024 Summer Olympics

USA and China tie for most gold medals in the 2024 Summer Olympics

August 11, 2024
USA and China tie for most gold medals in the 2024 Summer Olympics
Crime|Europe|Sports

Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif filed a legal complaint for online harassment against her

The French lawyer for Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif has filed a legal complaint in France for online harassment

August 11, 2024
Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif filed a legal complaint for online harassment against her
News|Sports

Inside the Stephen Curry flurry: How 4 shots sealed another gold for the US in Olympic basketball

Stephen Curry had only five 3-pointers in his first four games of the Olympics combined

August 11, 2024
Inside the Stephen Curry flurry: How 4 shots sealed another gold for the US in Olympic basketball
News|Sports|US

US appeals decision that led Jordan Chiles to be stripped of her bronze medal, provides evidence in her favor

US appeals decision that led Jordan Chiles to be stripped of her bronze medal, provides evidence in her favor

August 11, 2024
US appeals decision that led Jordan Chiles to be stripped of her bronze medal, provides evidence in her favor
Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg and Red Hot Chili Peppers to perform at Paris Olympics' closing ceremony

The closing ceremony for the Paris Olympics will bring out several stars: Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg and Red Hot Chili Peppers are scheduled to perform

August 11, 2024
Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg and Red Hot Chili Peppers to perform at Paris Olympics' closing ceremony
Europe|Sports|Travel

Amateur runners race like Olympians along the same iconic route as competitors in Paris

Thousands of amateur runners got a chance to run like an Olympian in Paris

August 11, 2024
Amateur runners race like Olympians along the same iconic route as competitors in Paris
Environment|Science|Sports

These cities will be too hot for the Olympics by 2050

These cities will be too hot for the Olympics by 2050

August 11, 2024
These cities will be too hot for the Olympics by 2050
News|Sports|Travel

Paris and the Olympics have changed each other during their summer fling

During the 2024 Olympics, crowds from Paris to Tahiti have surprised even themselves with their enthusiasm for two and a half weeks of sports

August 11, 2024
Paris and the Olympics have changed each other during their summer fling
News|Sports|US

Jordan Chiles has been stripped of a gymnastics bronze medal, but the USOPC says it will appeal

U.S. Olympic officials say they will appeal a court ruling that resulted in American gymnast Jordan Chiles being asked to return the bronze medal she won in the Paris Olympics floor exercise

August 11, 2024
Jordan Chiles has been stripped of a gymnastics bronze medal, but the USOPC says it will appeal
News|Sports

Sifan Hassan wins women's marathon at Paris Olympics after trading elbows with Tigst Assefa

Sifan Hassan traded elbows with Tigst Assefa with 150 meters left in the women’s marathon, then passed her along the railing to win the race for her third distance medal of the Paris Games

August 11, 2024
Sifan Hassan wins women's marathon at Paris Olympics after trading elbows with Tigst Assefa
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Remember when Lionel Richie closed the Olympic Games in the most ‘80s outfit ever?

Remember when Lionel Richie closed the Olympic Games in the most ‘80s outfit ever?

August 11, 2024
Remember when Lionel Richie closed the Olympic Games in the most ‘80s outfit ever?
Health|News|Sports

Chiefs WR Marquise Brown 'will miss some time' after dislocating a clavicle in 26-13 loss at Jaguars

Kansas City Chiefs receiver Marquise “Hollywood” Brown was taken to a local hospital with a dislocated clavicle, a potentially significant setback for the two-time defending Super Bowl champions

August 11, 2024
Chiefs WR Marquise Brown 'will miss some time' after dislocating a clavicle in 26-13 loss at Jaguars
News|Sports

Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte leaves game with left ankle contusion

Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte left Saturday night’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies with a left ankle contusion

August 11, 2024
Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte leaves game with left ankle contusion
Entertainment|News|Sports|Videos

Olympic moment of the day: Steph Curry is pure gold when it matters the most

Olympic moment of the day: Steph Curry is pure gold when it matters the most

August 10, 2024
Olympic moment of the day: Steph Curry is pure gold when it matters the most
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Golden Steph: Curry's late barrage seals another Olympic men's basketball title, as US beats France

Stephen Curry was thinking about this two years ago, after winning his fourth NBA title

August 10, 2024
Golden Steph: Curry's late barrage seals another Olympic men's basketball title, as US beats France
News|Sports|World

American gymnast Jordan Chiles lost her bronze medal on floor exercise. What happened?

Romania’s Ana Barbosu replaced American Jordan Chiles as the Olympic bronze medalist in gymnastics floor exercise after the International Gymnastics Federation restored Barbosu's third-place standing

August 10, 2024
American gymnast Jordan Chiles lost her bronze medal on floor exercise. What happened?
News|Sports

QB Caleb Williams oversees 2 field-goal drives in preseason debut, and Bears rout Bills 33-6

Caleb Williams showed signs of promise in the No. 1 draft pick’s preseason debut by overseeing a pair of drives ending in field goals in the Chicago Bears’ 33-6 win over the Buffalo Bills

August 10, 2024
QB Caleb Williams oversees 2 field-goal drives in preseason debut, and Bears rout Bills 33-6
Asia|News|Sports

Boxer Lin Yu-ting wins gold, following Imane Khelif to conclude an Olympics filled with scrutiny

Boxer Lin Yu-ting of Taiwan won a gold medal in the women’s featherweight division at the Paris Olympics

August 10, 2024
Boxer Lin Yu-ting wins gold, following Imane Khelif to conclude an Olympics filled with scrutiny
Americas|News|Sports|US|World

American gymnast Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal in floor exercise in doubt after CAS ruling

American gymnast Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal in floor exercise in doubt after CAS ruling

August 10, 2024
American gymnast Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal in floor exercise in doubt after CAS ruling
News|Sports

Benjamin of US holds off Tebogo of Botswana to win men's 4x400 relay at Paris Olympics

Rai Benjamin has held off Letsile Tebogo on the anchor leg to give the United States men gold medal and an Olympic record in the men’s 4x400-meter relay at the Paris Games

August 10, 2024
Benjamin of US holds off Tebogo of Botswana to win men's 4x400 relay at Paris Olympics
News|Sports

Jayden Daniels impressive in his only drive in Commanders' 20-17 preseason-opening loss to Jets

Jayden Daniels ran for a touchdown after throwing a perfectly placed deep pass for his first NFL completion in the Washington Commanders’ 20-17 preseason-opening loss to the New York Jets

August 10, 2024
Jayden Daniels impressive in his only drive in Commanders' 20-17 preseason-opening loss to Jets
News|Sports

USA defeats Brazil to win women’s soccer gold medal, capping brilliant start to Emma Hayes’ coaching tenure

USA defeats Brazil to win women’s soccer gold medal, capping brilliant start to Emma Hayes’ coaching tenure

August 10, 2024
USA defeats Brazil to win women’s soccer gold medal, capping brilliant start to Emma Hayes’ coaching tenure
News|Sports|US

American relay teams win 2 golds in the last events of a dominant Olympic track meet for the US

The American men eked out a relay win in the 4x400 meters just 15 minutes before a star-studded U.S. women's team dominated the field Saturday night

August 10, 2024
American relay teams win 2 golds in the last events of a dominant Olympic track meet for the US
News|Sports|US|World

Romanian gymnast could replace Jordan Chiles as bronze medalist in floor exercise after court ruling

The International Gymnastics Federation restored Romanian gymnast Ana Barbosu to third in the women’s floor exercise final on Saturday, potentially forcing American gymnast Jordan Chiles to return the bronze she won in the event

August 10, 2024
Romanian gymnast could replace Jordan Chiles as bronze medalist in floor exercise after court ruling
Europe|Sports|Technology

Paris Olympics embrace accessibility technology for visually impaired fans

As Paris shines under the global spotlight of the Olympic Games, technological innovations are enabling people with visual impairments to take it in

August 10, 2024
Paris Olympics embrace accessibility technology for visually impaired fans
Europe|News|Opinion|Sports|World

Ukraine uses Olympic spotlight to capture global attention and fight war fatigue

Ukraine’s Olympic fan clubhouse stands out for its somber atmosphere, with moments of silence for war victims and documentaries about the destruction

August 10, 2024
Ukraine uses Olympic spotlight to capture global attention and fight war fatigue
News|Sports

Lydia Ko finally gets her Olympic gold. It puts her into the LPGA Hall of Fame

Lydia Ko has an Olympic medal worth more than its weight in gold

August 10, 2024
Lydia Ko finally gets her Olympic gold. It puts her into the LPGA Hall of Fame
Europe|Sports|Travel

After Paris Olympics shined, Los Angeles in 2028 brings new and returning sports, plus a fresh look

The Olympics will always have Paris

August 10, 2024
After Paris Olympics shined, Los Angeles in 2028 brings new and returning sports, plus a fresh look
News|Sports|US|World

USWNT wins its fifth Olympic gold medal in women's soccer with a 1-0 victory over Brazil in final

The U.S. women’s soccer team has won its fifth Olympic gold medal by beating Brazil 1-0 in the final at the Paris Games

August 10, 2024
USWNT wins its fifth Olympic gold medal in women's soccer with a 1-0 victory over Brazil in final
Business|Lifestyle|News|Sports|Travel|US|World

No-car Games: Los Angeles Olympic venues will only be accessible by public transportation

The one question Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is repeatedly asked about before her city hosts the 2028 Summer Olympics is traffic

August 10, 2024
No-car Games: Los Angeles Olympic venues will only be accessible by public transportation
Entertainment|Europe|News|Sports

Meet Nacer Zorgani, the vision-impaired Para-judo athlete who doubles as boxing’s Olympic voice

A visually impaired Para-judo athlete is captivating crowds at the Paris 2024 Olympics as a boxing announcer

August 10, 2024
Meet Nacer Zorgani, the vision-impaired Para-judo athlete who doubles as boxing’s Olympic voice
Europe|News|Opinion|Sports|World

Semenya reacts to controversy about Olympians' gender, echoing her own

The female boxers Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-Ting have faced intense scrutiny after the International Boxing Federation claimed the athletes had previously failed a gender eligibility test. CNN's Christina Macfarlane speaks with two-time Olympic track and field champion Caster Semenya, who has been deemed ineligible to run for similar reasons, but is fighting her case at the European Court of Human Rights. 

August 10, 2024
Semenya reacts to controversy about Olympians' gender, echoing her own
News|Opinion|Sports

Caster Semenya condemns gender ‘stigma’ that still haunts Olympics, a decade after her first Olympic gold

Caster Semenya condemns gender ‘stigma’ that still haunts Olympics, a decade after her first Olympic gold

August 10, 2024
Caster Semenya condemns gender ‘stigma’ that still haunts Olympics, a decade after her first Olympic gold
Africa|News|Sports|World

Ethiopian runner Tamirat Tola wins men's marathon at Paris Olympics to end Kenya dominance

Ethiopian runner Tamirat Tola won the men’s marathon at the Paris Olympics to end Kenya’s dominance of the race

August 10, 2024
Ethiopian runner Tamirat Tola wins men's marathon at Paris Olympics to end Kenya dominance
News|Sports|US|World

US women ‘here to win’ Olympic soccer gold ahead of crunch match against Brazil

US women ‘here to win’ Olympic soccer gold ahead of crunch match against Brazil

August 10, 2024
US women ‘here to win’ Olympic soccer gold ahead of crunch match against Brazil
Americas|News|Sports|US|World

Emma Hayes has USA on verge of Olympic gold

U.S. coach Emma Hayes looks ahead to Saturday's Olympics football final against Marta's Brazil.

August 10, 2024
Emma Hayes has USA on verge of Olympic gold
Sports|US

Rookie Michael Penix Jr. has good start for Falcons in 20-13 loss to Dolphins in preseason opener

Atlanta rookie Michael Penix Jr. completed 9 of 16 passes for 104 yards in the Falcons’ 20-13 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Friday night in the preseason opener for both teams

August 10, 2024
Rookie Michael Penix Jr. has good start for Falcons in 20-13 loss to Dolphins in preseason opener
News|Sports

Jake Elliott finally connects to give the Eagles a 16-13 victory over the Ravens

Given a second chance after a Baltimore fumble, Jake Elliott made a 49-yard field goal with no time remaining to give the Philadelphia Eagles a 16-13 victory over the Baltimore Ravens

August 10, 2024
Jake Elliott finally connects to give the Eagles a 16-13 victory over the Ravens
Asia|News|Sports|World

Olympic breaking athlete disqualified for ‘free Afghan women’ cape

Olympic breaking athlete disqualified for ‘free Afghan women’ cape

August 10, 2024
Olympic breaking athlete disqualified for ‘free Afghan women’ cape
Health|Sports

Noah Lyles’ decision to race with Covid-19 was a risky one, experts say

Noah Lyles’ decision to race with Covid-19 was a risky one, experts say

August 09, 2024
Noah Lyles’ decision to race with Covid-19 was a risky one, experts say
Entertainment|News|Sports|US|World

Dominant USA wins, a botched baton handoff, drama in the shot put and other takeaways from track and field at the Olympics

Dominant USA wins, a botched baton handoff, drama in the shot put and other takeaways from track and field at the Olympics

August 09, 2024
Dominant USA wins, a botched baton handoff, drama in the shot put and other takeaways from track and field at the Olympics
News|Sports|World

'I am a woman': Algerian boxer Imane Khelif responds to online attacks

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif reflects on her victory against Chinese opponent Yang Liu in the 66kg gold medal bout at the Paris Summer Olympics. She addresses the challenges she faced, including defending her identity as a woman amidst online scrutiny.

August 09, 2024
'I am a woman': Algerian boxer Imane Khelif responds to online attacks
Africa|News|Sports

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif wins Olympic gold after social media firestorm

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif wins Olympic gold after social media firestorm

August 09, 2024
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif wins Olympic gold after social media firestorm
Health|News|Sports|World

U.S. Track has dramatic night in 4x100 relay, Khelif gets her gold

It was a dramatic night for the United States in track and field at the Paris Olympics, and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif won gold after facing scrutiny over misconceptions about her sex

August 09, 2024
U.S. Track has dramatic night in 4x100 relay, Khelif gets her gold
News|Sports

Spain beats host France 5-3 after extra time in enthralling men’s soccer gold medal match

Spain beats host France 5-3 after extra time in enthralling men’s soccer gold medal match

August 09, 2024
Spain beats host France 5-3 after extra time in enthralling men’s soccer gold medal match
News|Sports

Things to know as CrossFit Games resume in Texas a day after a competitor died during a swim event

The CrossFit Games have resumed a day after a competitor died after going underwater and not resurfacing during a swimming event in a Texas lake

August 09, 2024
Things to know as CrossFit Games resume in Texas a day after a competitor died during a swim event
Crime|Sports

California bookie pleads guilty to running illegal gambling business used by ex-Ohtani interpreter

A Southern California bookmaker who took thousands of sports bets from the former interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani has pleaded guilty to running an illegal gambling business

August 09, 2024
California bookie pleads guilty to running illegal gambling business used by ex-Ohtani interpreter
News|Sports|World

Women rally around Algerian boxer Imane Khelif at Paris Olympics as she has faced backlash

Crowds of women have shown up at Imane Khelif’s fights during the Paris Olympics to rally around the Algerian boxer as she faces online abuse over misconceptions about her sex

August 09, 2024
Women rally around Algerian boxer Imane Khelif at Paris Olympics as she has faced backlash
News|Sports

Coach says Noah Lyles had a 102 fever when he won a bronze; says he'll be back for 2028 Olympics

The night Noah Lyles won a bronze medal in the 200 meters, his coach said the sprinter had a 102-degree fever

August 09, 2024
Coach says Noah Lyles had a 102 fever when he won a bronze; says he'll be back for 2028 Olympics
News|Sports

Sha'Carri Richardson chases down 2 competitors in rain to end her first Olympics with a relay gold

American sprint star Sha'Carri Richardson has her first Olympic gold

August 09, 2024
Sha'Carri Richardson chases down 2 competitors in rain to end her first Olympics with a relay gold
News|Sports

Olympic moment of the day: Tara Davis-Woodhall’s long road to the top of the podium

Olympic moment of the day: Tara Davis-Woodhall’s long road to the top of the podium

August 09, 2024
Olympic moment of the day: Tara Davis-Woodhall’s long road to the top of the podium
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2024 Olympics schedule Aug. 10: Steph Curry leads US men in gold medal game against Wemby and France

The United States men’s basketball team is seeking a thrilling finish to its Paris Olympics run when it plays France in a gold-medal showdown

August 09, 2024
2024 Olympics schedule Aug. 10: Steph Curry leads US men in gold medal game against Wemby and France
News|Sports

Rev It Up: MLB to hold Braves-Reds game at Bristol Motor Speedway next August

Major League Baseball is coming to Bristol Motor Speedway with the Braves and the Reds taking part in the Speedway Classic in August 2025

August 09, 2024
Rev It Up: MLB to hold Braves-Reds game at Bristol Motor Speedway next August
News|Sports|World

Sha’Carri Richardson rallies US women in Olympic 4x100 while men shut out again

Sha’Carri Richardson won her first Olympic gold medal, bringing the American women from behind in the anchor lap to capture the 4x100 relay

August 09, 2024
Sha’Carri Richardson rallies US women in Olympic 4x100 while men shut out again
Entertainment|Food|Sports

America’s latest deliciously horrifying stadium food: cotton candy burrito

America’s latest deliciously horrifying stadium food: cotton candy burrito

August 09, 2024
America’s latest deliciously horrifying stadium food: cotton candy burrito
Australia|News|Sports|US

Breanna Stewart, US women's basketball team advance to gold medal game at Paris Olympics

Breanna Stewart scored 16 points and the U.S. women advanced to their eighth consecutive Olympic gold medal game with a 85-64 victory over Australia on Friday

August 09, 2024
Breanna Stewart, US women's basketball team advance to gold medal game at Paris Olympics
Health|News|Science|Sports|World

Like Noah Lyles, Olympians with COVID are competing in Paris. Restrictions are a thing of the past

Paris Olympics organizers have issued health recommendations, but no restrictions, for dozens of athletes who tested positive for COVID-19 during the Games

August 09, 2024
Like Noah Lyles, Olympians with COVID are competing in Paris. Restrictions are a thing of the past
Business|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Sports

Olympians are turning to OnlyFans to fund dreams as they face a 'broken' finance system

Dire financial straits are leading droves of Olympic athletes to sell images of their bodies to subscribers on OnlyFans — known for sexually explicit content — to sustain their dreams of gold at the Games

August 09, 2024
Olympians are turning to OnlyFans to fund dreams as they face a 'broken' finance system
Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Team USA rugby medalist becomes free healthcare advocate after discovering it in Olympic Village

Team USA rugby medalist becomes free healthcare advocate after discovering it in Olympic Village

August 09, 2024
Team USA rugby medalist becomes free healthcare advocate after discovering it in Olympic Village
News|Sports

Contract holdouts and hold-ins cast a shadow over NFL contenders

Contract disputes are playing a prominent role across the NFL this summer

August 09, 2024
Contract holdouts and hold-ins cast a shadow over NFL contenders
Europe|Health|News|Sports|World

Water quality was acceptable when Olympians swam in Seine River, data shows

Water quality data used by Paris Olympics organizers shows that bacteria levels in the Seine River were within acceptable levels on the days that athletes swam in the famed waterway

August 09, 2024
Water quality was acceptable when Olympians swam in Seine River, data shows
News|Sports

Mountain bike racer dies in crash at national championships in N.C.

Mountain bike racer dies in crash at national championships in N.C.

August 09, 2024
Mountain bike racer dies in crash at national championships in N.C.
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‘The marathon, it’s about being patient,’ says Hellen Obiri as she chases elusive Olympic gold medal

‘The marathon, it’s about being patient,’ says Hellen Obiri as she chases elusive Olympic gold medal

August 09, 2024
‘The marathon, it’s about being patient,’ says Hellen Obiri as she chases elusive Olympic gold medal
Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports

LeBron James, still leading the way for the US at age 39, has another chance at an Olympic gold

LeBron James knows there aren’t many moments like this left

August 09, 2024
LeBron James, still leading the way for the US at age 39, has another chance at an Olympic gold
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Turkey’s viral Olympian Yusuf Dikeç inspires new celebration with nonchalant stance

Turkey’s viral Olympian Yusuf Dikeç inspires new celebration with nonchalant stance

August 09, 2024
Turkey’s viral Olympian Yusuf Dikeç inspires new celebration with nonchalant stance
News|Sports

Buying tickets for the 2026 Winter Games will be tricky. Sliding could be in Cortina or Lake Placid

Tickets are about to go on sale for the next Olympics and nobody is quite sure if one of the major Winter Games venues will be ready in time

August 09, 2024
Buying tickets for the 2026 Winter Games will be tricky. Sliding could be in Cortina or Lake Placid
News|Sports

Wrexham is halfway to the Premier League under Ryan Reynolds. Expect things to get much tougher now

Wrexham is at the halfway stage of its unlikely journey to the Premier League

August 09, 2024
Wrexham is halfway to the Premier League under Ryan Reynolds. Expect things to get much tougher now
News|Sports

Olympics-LA Mayor Bass honoured to be part of historic Olympic flag handover

LA Mayor Karen Bass will be presented with the Olympic flag by Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo at the closing ceremony of the Paris Games on Sunday in a historic handover

August 09, 2024
Olympics-LA Mayor Bass honoured to be part of historic Olympic flag handover
Africa|News|Sports

Boxer Imane Khelif wins gold to cap an Olympics marked by scrutiny over her sex

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif has won a gold medal at the Paris Olympics

August 09, 2024
Boxer Imane Khelif wins gold to cap an Olympics marked by scrutiny over her sex
Europe|Sports

Paris Games herald a new anti-corruption era, but carrying the torch may pose an Olympic challenge for the US

France’s distinctive anti-corruption legal framework made possible an Olympics free from major corruption scandals.

August 09, 2024
Paris Games herald a new anti-corruption era, but carrying the torch may pose an Olympic challenge for the US
Asia|News|Sports|World

Pakistan celebrates its first Olympic medal in decades as javelin hero breaks Games record

Pakistan celebrates its first Olympic medal in decades as javelin hero breaks Games record

August 09, 2024
Pakistan celebrates its first Olympic medal in decades as javelin hero breaks Games record
Health|News|Sports|World

The scrutiny Khelif and Lin face over their sex at the Olympics is a repeating problem in sports

It’s been 15 years since a teenage runner from South Africa was publicly scrutinized over her sex at a major sports event

August 09, 2024
The scrutiny Khelif and Lin face over their sex at the Olympics is a repeating problem in sports
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Athletes from conflict zones outside the spotlight find hope at the 2024 Olympics

When they compete at the Paris Games, they’re just athletes at their peak, and the emphasis isn't that they come from regions ravaged by war

August 09, 2024
Athletes from conflict zones outside the spotlight find hope at the 2024 Olympics
Celebrity|Entertainment|News|Sports|US

Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb responds on social media after Jerry Jones says no urgency in contract dispute

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones' declaration that he “doesn't have any urgency” to resolve a contract dispute with wide receiver CeeDee Lamb drew an immediate response, with Lamb posting “lol” on social media

August 09, 2024
Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb responds on social media after Jerry Jones says no urgency in contract dispute
News|Sports

Gray runs for 2 touchdowns as the Giants beat the Lions 14-3 in a preseason game with few starters

Tommy DeVito replaced an injured Drew Lock late in the first quarter and led New York on two first-half scoring drives that Eric Gray capped with runs of 48 and 1 yard as the Giants beat the Detroit Lions 14-3 in a preseason opener limited to mostly backups

August 09, 2024
Gray runs for 2 touchdowns as the Giants beat the Lions 14-3 in a preseason game with few starters
News|Sports|World

Olympic moment of the day: Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone defends 400m hurdles title, smashes world record and makes history

Olympic moment of the day: Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone defends 400m hurdles title, smashes world record and makes history

August 08, 2024
Olympic moment of the day: Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone defends 400m hurdles title, smashes world record and makes history
News|Sports|World

Team USA comes back from 17-point deficit to survive Serbia, advances to the gold medal game

Team USA comes back from 17-point deficit to survive Serbia, advances to the gold medal game

August 08, 2024
Team USA comes back from 17-point deficit to survive Serbia, advances to the gold medal game
Africa|Sports

Former FIFA interim president and long-time leader of African soccer Issa Hayatou dies at 77

Former FIFA interim president and long-time leader of African soccer Issa Hayatou has died

August 08, 2024
Former FIFA interim president and long-time leader of African soccer Issa Hayatou dies at 77
Health|News|Sports

Noah Lyles competed in the Olympic 200 with COVID and finished 3rd. What we know about his illness

Noah Lyles said he tested positive for COVID two days before he finished third in the 200-meter final at the Paris Olympics on Thursday night

August 08, 2024
Noah Lyles competed in the Olympic 200 with COVID and finished 3rd. What we know about his illness
News|Sports|US|World

US men's basketball team rallies to beat Serbia at Paris Olympics, will face France for gold medal

With six points in two seconds, the U.S. Olympic team was on its way

August 08, 2024
US men's basketball team rallies to beat Serbia at Paris Olympics, will face France for gold medal
Health|News|Sports

American sprinter Noah Lyles says he tested positive for Covid-19, ran 200-meter race anyway

American sprinter Noah Lyles says he tested positive for Covid-19, ran 200-meter race anyway

August 08, 2024
American sprinter Noah Lyles says he tested positive for Covid-19, ran 200-meter race anyway
News|Sports|World

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone breaks her own world record, wins Olympic gold again in 400-meter hurdles

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone once again broke her own world record, powering over the 400-meter hurdles in 50.37 seconds to defend her Olympic title

August 08, 2024
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone breaks her own world record, wins Olympic gold again in 400-meter hurdles
Americas|Sports

Olympics-Gymnastics-Hundreds of girls in Brazil join gymnastics classes inspired by Olympic champion Andrade

In a Sao Paulo suburb, where Brazilian gymnast Rebeca Andrade started to train before becoming the country's most decorated Olympian in history, hundreds of new

August 08, 2024
Olympics-Gymnastics-Hundreds of girls in Brazil join gymnastics classes inspired by Olympic champion Andrade
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Olympics-Athletics-McLaughlin-Levrone smashes world record to retain 400m hurdles crown

American Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone obliterated her own 400 metres hurdles world record with a time of 50.37 seconds to retain her Olympic title on Thursday.

August 08, 2024
Olympics-Athletics-McLaughlin-Levrone smashes world record to retain 400m hurdles crown
Entertainment|News|Sports|US|Videos

Caleb Williams will get his first preseason action against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday

The Chicago Bears will use their starters in Saturday's preseason game at Buffalo, which means the first NFL action for quarterback Caleb Williams

August 08, 2024
Caleb Williams will get his first preseason action against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday
Europe|News|Sports|World

Netherlands beats Germany for men's field hockey gold at the Paris Olympics

The Netherlands has won gold in men’s field hockey after beating Germany 2-1 in a shootout in the final at the Paris Olympics

August 08, 2024
Netherlands beats Germany for men's field hockey gold at the Paris Olympics
News|Sports|World

COVID-stricken Noah Lyles collapses after getting bronze, one of 8 US medals at Olympic track

Noah Lyles lost the Olympic 200 meters, falling to Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo, then collapsing on the track and being carted off in a wheelchair

August 08, 2024
COVID-stricken Noah Lyles collapses after getting bronze, one of 8 US medals at Olympic track
Health|News|Sports

A Serbian competitor in the CrossFit Games dies during a swimming event at a Texas lake

A Serbian competitor in the CrossFit Games has died while competing in a swimming event at a Texas lake

August 08, 2024
A Serbian competitor in the CrossFit Games dies during a swimming event at a Texas lake
Crime|Sports|US

Person drowns near site of 2024 CrossFit Games in Fort Worth

Person drowns near site of 2024 CrossFit Games in Fort Worth

August 08, 2024
Person drowns near site of 2024 CrossFit Games in Fort Worth
Europe|News|Sports|World

France back in men's basketball gold medal game after win over Germany in Paris Olympics

Guerschon Yabusele scored 17 points and France beat Germany 73-69 to advance to the men’s Olympic basketball gold medal game

August 08, 2024
France back in men's basketball gold medal game after win over Germany in Paris Olympics
Education|Entertainment|Sports

Olympic champion gymnasts Jade Carey and Jordan Chiles to return to school

Gold-medal-winning Olympic gymnasts Jordan Chiles and Jade Carey are heading back to school

August 08, 2024
Olympic champion gymnasts Jade Carey and Jordan Chiles to return to school
News|Sports|US

Biden hosts World Series champion Texas Rangers at the White House, says they 'embody resilience'

The Texas Rangers have visited the White House to celebrate their 2023 World Series victory with President Joe Biden

August 08, 2024
Biden hosts World Series champion Texas Rangers at the White House, says they 'embody resilience'
Health|Lifestyle|Sports

South Jersey man with heart condition aims to break Guinness World Record with 2,000 muscle-ups

South Jersey man with heart condition aims to break Guinness World Record with 2,000 muscle-ups

August 08, 2024
South Jersey man with heart condition aims to break Guinness World Record with 2,000 muscle-ups
Business|Europe|Sports

Red Bull denies appeal of employee who accused F1 boss Christian Horner of misconduct

Red Bull has dismissed the appeal of an employee who accused the head of the company’s Formula 1 team of inappropriate conduct

August 08, 2024
Red Bull denies appeal of employee who accused F1 boss Christian Horner of misconduct
News|Sports|US

Breanna Stewart, other moms on US women's basketball team enjoy rare moments chasing Olympic history

Breanna Stewart and the other moms on the US women’s basketball team are enjoying some special moments while chasing a piece of Olympic history

August 08, 2024
Breanna Stewart, other moms on US women's basketball team enjoy rare moments chasing Olympic history
News|Sports|World

For Haiti, the Paris Olympics is about more than just winning gold

For the seven athletes competing for Haiti, participating in the Paris Games has always been about more than just winning gold

August 08, 2024
For Haiti, the Paris Olympics is about more than just winning gold
News|Sports|US

White Sox fire manager Pedro Grifol after end of 21-game losing streak that tied AL record

The Chicago White Sox have fired manager Pedro Grifol, two days after the team ended a 21-game losing streak that tied the American League record

August 08, 2024
White Sox fire manager Pedro Grifol after end of 21-game losing streak that tied AL record
News|Sports|US

‘I want to encourage other women’: US star Raven Saunders wears mask and sunglasses in shot put semifinals

‘I want to encourage other women’: US star Raven Saunders wears mask and sunglasses in shot put semifinals

August 08, 2024
‘I want to encourage other women’: US star Raven Saunders wears mask and sunglasses in shot put semifinals
Business|Finance|Sports

Under Armour posts surprise profit on higher margins, leaner inventory

Under Armour posted a surprise first-quarter profit on Thursday on margins boost from selling its sports apparel at full price and lower inventory at a time when consumers

August 08, 2024
Under Armour posts surprise profit on higher margins, leaner inventory
Asia|Sports

China hits back at the US in response to doping allegations dogging its swimmers

China is trying to fight fire with fire in the face of persistent doping allegations that have dogged its swimmers at the Paris Olympics

August 08, 2024
China hits back at the US in response to doping allegations dogging its swimmers
Asia|News|Sports

Those Samsung smartphones given to Olympic athletes? They may violate sanctions on North Korea

South Korean officials say providing Samsung smartphones to North Korean athletes at the Paris Olympics would violate U.N. Security Council sanctions against the country over its nuclear ambitions

August 08, 2024
Those Samsung smartphones given to Olympic athletes? They may violate sanctions on North Korea
News|Sports

In Olympic relay, Sha'Carri Richardson saves US women, while men advance easily and Jamaica is out

Sha’Carri Richardson bailed out the U.S. women out from near collapse in the Olympic 4x100 relay, overcoming a German runner in the anchor leg to help the Americans move to the gold-medal race

August 08, 2024
In Olympic relay, Sha'Carri Richardson saves US women, while men advance easily and Jamaica is out
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Meet Dominika Banevič, teenage breaking superstar who wants to ‘write history’ in the Olympics’ newest sport

Meet Dominika Banevič, teenage breaking superstar who wants to ‘write history’ in the Olympics’ newest sport

August 08, 2024
Meet Dominika Banevič, teenage breaking superstar who wants to ‘write history’ in the Olympics’ newest sport
News|Sports

Dominika Banevič: 17-year-old rising breaking star aims for Olympic glory

Although breaking's rising star Dominika Banevič is just 17 years old, she is one of the frontrunners to claim victory in the newest Olympic sport. In an interview with CNN Sport, the Lithuanian talks about her grueling training schedule, qualification and hopes for her Olympic debut.

August 08, 2024
Dominika Banevič: 17-year-old rising breaking star aims for Olympic glory
Sports|US

Kyle Schwarber slugs 3 homers and has 7 RBIs for Phillies in 9-4 win over Dodgers

Kyle Schwarber homered three times and tied a career high with seven RBIs in the Philadelphia Phillies' 9-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday night

August 08, 2024
Kyle Schwarber slugs 3 homers and has 7 RBIs for Phillies in 9-4 win over Dodgers
Sports|US

Populist conservative and ex-NBA player Royce White shakes up US Senate primary race in Minnesota

Populist conservative and ex-NBA player Royce White has shaken up a U.S. Senate primary race in Minnesota

August 08, 2024
Populist conservative and ex-NBA player Royce White shakes up US Senate primary race in Minnesota
Opinion|Sports

Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker says he stands behind comments he made during polarizing speech

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker said Wednesday he was “very intentional” in the comments he made during a polarizing college commencement speech in May and that he stands behind what he said then

August 07, 2024
Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker says he stands behind comments he made during polarizing speech
News|Sports

The land of Usain Bolt is racking up medals in field events, including Olympic discus gold

Jamaica is known for producing elite sprinters such as Usain Bolt

August 07, 2024
The land of Usain Bolt is racking up medals in field events, including Olympic discus gold
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Quincy Hall’s incredible charge and 4 other takeaways from a dramatic night of track and field at the Olympics

Quincy Hall’s incredible charge and 4 other takeaways from a dramatic night of track and field at the Olympics

August 07, 2024
Quincy Hall’s incredible charge and 4 other takeaways from a dramatic night of track and field at the Olympics
Arts|Europe|Sports

Mystery Paris street artist 'Invader' glues up new work to celebrate Olympics and delight fans

The mystery French street artist known only as “Invader” has struck Paris again, this time to celebrate the Olympics

August 07, 2024
Mystery Paris street artist 'Invader' glues up new work to celebrate Olympics and delight fans
News|Sports|World

Paris Olympics Day 12: Quincy Hall gives Americans another come-from-behind gold

Quincy Hall became the latest American to electrify Olympic track and field with an out-of-nowhere comeback on Day 12 of the Paris Olympics

August 07, 2024
Paris Olympics Day 12: Quincy Hall gives Americans another come-from-behind gold
Sports|US

A'ja Wilson and Jackie Young help US rout Nigeria 88-74 to reach Olympic women's hoops semifinals

A’ja Wilson scored 20 points and Jackie Young added 15 points to help the U.S. beat Nigeria 88-74 in the quarterfinals, extending its record winning streak to 59 consecutive Olympic wins

August 07, 2024
A'ja Wilson and Jackie Young help US rout Nigeria 88-74 to reach Olympic women's hoops semifinals
News|Sports

Rafael Nadal withdraws from the US Open, the 3rd Grand Slam tournament he'll miss this year

Rafael Nadal has pulled out of the U.S. Open

August 07, 2024
Rafael Nadal withdraws from the US Open, the 3rd Grand Slam tournament he'll miss this year
Asia|Sports

Lin Yu-ting advances to gold-medal Olympic bout, excelling amid misconceptions about her gender

Boxer Lin Yu-ting of Taiwan has advanced to the gold-medal bout in the women’s featherweight division at the Paris Olympics

August 07, 2024
Lin Yu-ting advances to gold-medal Olympic bout, excelling amid misconceptions about her gender
News|Sports|World

Freddie Crittenden takes full advantage of track's new repechage rule to earn place in hurdles final

Taking the easy road has never been the way for American hurdler Freddie Crittenden, and he certainly didn’t change at the Olympics

August 07, 2024
Freddie Crittenden takes full advantage of track's new repechage rule to earn place in hurdles final
News|Sports|US

NASCAR's Bristol Motor Speedway to host Reds-Braves MLB game next season, AP source says

Bristol Motor Speedway will host an MLB game between Cincinnati and Atlanta in 2025

August 07, 2024
NASCAR's Bristol Motor Speedway to host Reds-Braves MLB game next season, AP source says
News|Sports|US

Quincy Hall gets a gold in the Olympic 400 meters with yet another US comeback on the Paris track

Quincy Hall became the latest American to electrify Olympic track and field with an out-of-nowhere comeback, sprinting from far behind in the 400 meters to reel in three runners and capture the gold medal

August 07, 2024
Quincy Hall gets a gold in the Olympic 400 meters with yet another US comeback on the Paris track
Education|Health|News|Sports

High School student Jayvion Taylor died at football practice. Here's what happened.

High School student Jayvion Taylor died at football practice. Here's what happened.

August 07, 2024
High School student Jayvion Taylor died at football practice. Here's what happened.
News|Sports

Falcons receiver Rondale Moore carted off field with leg injury

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Rondale Moore was carted off the field with a leg injury during the team’s joint practice with the Miami Dolphins on Wednesday

August 07, 2024
Falcons receiver Rondale Moore carted off field with leg injury
Celebrity|Entertainment|News|Sports

Everything Simone Biles did at the Paris Olympics was amplified. She thrived in the spotlight

Every single thing Simone Biles has done at the Paris Olympics has been spotlighted

August 07, 2024
Everything Simone Biles did at the Paris Olympics was amplified. She thrived in the spotlight
News|Sports

Olympic moment of the day: Bonded forever by Tokyo glory, Giancarlo Tamberi and Mutaz Barshim come together again

Olympic moment of the day: Bonded forever by Tokyo glory, Giancarlo Tamberi and Mutaz Barshim come together again

August 07, 2024
Olympic moment of the day: Bonded forever by Tokyo glory, Giancarlo Tamberi and Mutaz Barshim come together again
Lifestyle|News|Sports|World

‘What a special moment’: US figure skating team finally receives Beijing 2022 gold medals in ceremony under the Eiffel Tower

‘What a special moment’: US figure skating team finally receives Beijing 2022 gold medals in ceremony under the Eiffel Tower

August 07, 2024
‘What a special moment’: US figure skating team finally receives Beijing 2022 gold medals in ceremony under the Eiffel Tower
News|Sports|Videos|World

See US Olympic figure skaters finally get their gold medals from 2022 Winter games

CNN's Coy Wire meets the USA figure skating team in Paris, France, where they finally received their gold medals from the Winter Olympics in Beijing. No medals were awarded after a Russian figure skater tested positive for doping at the 2022 games.

August 07, 2024
See US Olympic figure skaters finally get their gold medals from 2022 Winter games
Education|News|Sports

NCAA hands former Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh a 4-year show cause order for recruiting violations

The NCAA says former Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh had impermissible contact with recruits and players while access was restricted during the COVID-19 pandemic

August 07, 2024
NCAA hands former Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh a 4-year show cause order for recruiting violations
News|Sports

Aleksandra Mirosław celebrates ‘dream come true moment’ as first speed climbing gold medalist in Olympic history

Aleksandra Mirosław celebrates ‘dream come true moment’ as first speed climbing gold medalist in Olympic history

August 07, 2024
Aleksandra Mirosław celebrates ‘dream come true moment’ as first speed climbing gold medalist in Olympic history
News|Sports|US

US Open player compensation rises to a record $75 million, with singles champs getting $3.6 million

Coco Gauff, Novak Djokovic and other players at the U.S. Open will be playing for a record total of $75 million in compensation at the year’s last Grand Slam tennis tournament

August 07, 2024
US Open player compensation rises to a record $75 million, with singles champs getting $3.6 million
Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Simone Biles’ winning strategy prioritizes mental health. Here’s how to do it

Simone Biles’ winning strategy prioritizes mental health. Here’s how to do it

August 07, 2024
Simone Biles’ winning strategy prioritizes mental health. Here’s how to do it
Africa|Lifestyle|News|Opinion|Sports|World

Algerians rally behind gold medal hopeful Imane Khelif amid gender misconceptions

Olympic boxer Imane Khelif has become a hometown hero in Algeria, a conservative, Muslim-majority country where attacks on her gender have been interpreted as attacks on the nation

August 07, 2024
Algerians rally behind gold medal hopeful Imane Khelif amid gender misconceptions
Europe|News|Opinion|Sports|World

‘We deserve to exist’: Ukraine’s most successful Olympian fighting for more than medals

‘We deserve to exist’: Ukraine’s most successful Olympian fighting for more than medals

August 07, 2024
‘We deserve to exist’: Ukraine’s most successful Olympian fighting for more than medals
News|Sports

Ukrainian fencing star brings pride to war-torn nation

Olga Kharlan, Ukraine's most-decorated Olympian, speaks to World Sport's Amanda Davies

August 07, 2024
Ukrainian fencing star brings pride to war-torn nation
Europe|News|Opinion|Sports

Romanian prime minister won’t attend Olympics closing ceremony to protest judges’ treatment of gymnasts

Romanian prime minister won’t attend Olympics closing ceremony to protest judges’ treatment of gymnasts

August 07, 2024
Romanian prime minister won’t attend Olympics closing ceremony to protest judges’ treatment of gymnasts
Sports|US

Most decorated women's swimmer shares her process

CNN's Coy Wire speaks to swimmer Katie Ledecky, the most decorated female US Olympian of all time, about her success and having her family with her to celebrate.  

August 07, 2024
Most decorated women's swimmer shares her process
Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Opinion|Sports

Katie Ledecky opens up to CNN about her plans for when she stops competing one day

Katie Ledecky opens up to CNN about her plans for when she stops competing one day

August 07, 2024
Katie Ledecky opens up to CNN about her plans for when she stops competing one day
Africa|Asia|News|Opinion|Sports|World

Sex eligibility rules for female athletes are complex and legally difficult. Here's how they work

Women’s boxing at the Paris Olympics has highlighted the complexity of drafting and enforcing sex eligibility rules for women's sports and how athletes like Imane Khelif of Algeria and Lin Yu-ting of Taiwan are left vulnerable in the fallout

August 07, 2024
Sex eligibility rules for female athletes are complex and legally difficult. Here's how they work
Crime|Europe|News|Sports|US|World

France seeks FBI help in probe of high-speed train sabotage hours before Olympics

Police in France investigating the sabotage of high-speed rail lines hours before the Paris Olympics' Opening Ceremony have asked the U.S.

August 07, 2024
France seeks FBI help in probe of high-speed train sabotage hours before Olympics
Opinion|Sports

Imane Khelif’s gold medal run shows how sex testing in women’s sports puts regulators in an impossible bind

Most sports are organized according to a strict male-female binary. Nature isn’t.

August 07, 2024
Imane Khelif’s gold medal run shows how sex testing in women’s sports puts regulators in an impossible bind
Australia|Crime|Sports

Paris prosecutors: Australian Olympic field hockey player released after trying to buy cocaine

Prosecutors said Wednesday that a member of the Australian Olympic field hockey team was given a criminal warning in Paris after trying to buy cocaine, allowing him to be released from custody

August 07, 2024
Paris prosecutors: Australian Olympic field hockey player released after trying to buy cocaine
Finance|News|Sports

NYT subscribers surge as The Athletic shines in sports-filled summer

The New York Times handily beat expectations for second-quarter digital subscriber growth, benefiting from its bundling strategy and strong growth at sports publication The Athletic in a

August 07, 2024
NYT subscribers surge as The Athletic shines in sports-filled summer
Environment|Europe|Health|News|Sports

Amid concerns about dirty water and strong current, marathon swimmers dive into the Seine River

Olympic open water swimmers have gotten a chance to check out the long-polluted Seine River after Paris organizers determined it was safe to dive in

August 07, 2024
Amid concerns about dirty water and strong current, marathon swimmers dive into the Seine River
Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Health|News|Sports|World

CNN reporter goes swimming in the Seine after $1.5B cleanup. See how it went

CNN Paris correspondent Melissa Bell reports from the water as Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo delivers on her promise to swim in the River Seine - in an effort to alleviate concerns around the river's suitability for swimming events during the Paris Olympics, despite a 1.4 billion Euro (1.5 billion USD) clean-up plan ahead of the Games. The Opening Ceremony will take place on the river on July 26, if currents are not too strong.

August 07, 2024
CNN reporter goes swimming in the Seine after $1.5B cleanup. See how it went
Europe|Health|Sports

Belgian triathlete who fell ill after Seine race says she did not contract E. coli

Belgian triathlete who fell ill after Seine race says she did not contract E. coli

August 07, 2024
Belgian triathlete who fell ill after Seine race says she did not contract E. coli
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Athletes undercover? Global and U.S. anti-doping agencies clash over tactics

The global and U.S. anti-doping agencies are at odds over undercover tactics used by the American body to try to catch drug cheats, Reuters has learned. 

August 07, 2024
Athletes undercover? Global and U.S. anti-doping agencies clash over tactics
Asia|News|Sports|Technology

China cracks down on 'fan culture' during the Olympics, arresting a woman for social media posts

A Chinese woman has been detained for allegedly slandering others on social media in a crackdown on what Chinese authorities see as harmful negativity during the Olympics from super-zealous fans and online fan clubs

August 07, 2024
China cracks down on 'fan culture' during the Olympics, arresting a woman for social media posts
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Olympic triumph to torment for Indian wrestler who led anti-sexual harassment protests

Olympic triumph to torment for Indian wrestler who led anti-sexual harassment protests

August 07, 2024
Olympic triumph to torment for Indian wrestler who led anti-sexual harassment protests
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White Sox end AL record-tying losing streak at 21 games with a 5-1 victory over the Athletics

Andrew Benintendi hit a two-run homer and the Chicago White Sox snapped their American League record-tying losing streak at 21 games on Tuesday night, beating the Oakland Athletics 5-1

August 07, 2024
White Sox end AL record-tying losing streak at 21 games with a 5-1 victory over the Athletics
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Open water swimmers train in Seine River ahead of 10-kilometer Olympic marathon races

Olympic open water swimmers have trained in the long-polluted Seine River after Paris organizers determined it was safe to dive in

August 07, 2024
Open water swimmers train in Seine River ahead of 10-kilometer Olympic marathon races
Asia|Crime|Sports

China arrests woman suspected of 'defaming' Olympic table tennis players

Beijing police have arrested a woman suspected of posting defamatory comments on social media about Chinese athletes and coaches following the table tennis women's singles final at

August 07, 2024
China arrests woman suspected of 'defaming' Olympic table tennis players
Sports|US

Valdez loses no-hitter with 2 outs in 9th on Seager homer as Astros beat rival Rangers 4-2

Houston pitcher Framber Valdez lost a no-hitter with two outs in the ninth inning when Texas slugger Corey Seager hit a two-run homer in the Astros’ 4-2 victory over the Rangers

August 07, 2024
Valdez loses no-hitter with 2 outs in 9th on Seager homer as Astros beat rival Rangers 4-2
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USA rolls, Serbia comes back and France’s home court advantage. Here are 6 takeaways from the men’s basketball quarterfinals

USA rolls, Serbia comes back and France’s home court advantage. Here are 6 takeaways from the men’s basketball quarterfinals

August 06, 2024
USA rolls, Serbia comes back and France’s home court advantage. Here are 6 takeaways from the men’s basketball quarterfinals
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US women’s soccer team to play Brazil in final as Marta bids for golden farewell

US women’s soccer team to play Brazil in final as Marta bids for golden farewell

August 06, 2024
US women’s soccer team to play Brazil in final as Marta bids for golden farewell
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USA’s Cole Hocker produces one of the upsets of the Paris Olympics to win 1,500-meter gold

USA’s Cole Hocker produces one of the upsets of the Paris Olympics to win 1,500-meter gold

August 06, 2024
USA’s Cole Hocker produces one of the upsets of the Paris Olympics to win 1,500-meter gold
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Olympic moment of the day: Facing giants, diver Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix shows what sports – and life – are all about

Olympic moment of the day: Facing giants, diver Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix shows what sports – and life – are all about

August 06, 2024
Olympic moment of the day: Facing giants, diver Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix shows what sports – and life – are all about
Americas|Sports|World

US rolls into semifinals of Paris Olympic basketball tournament, eases past Brazil 122-87

There was a moment where Brazil might have thought it had a chance

August 06, 2024
US rolls into semifinals of Paris Olympic basketball tournament, eases past Brazil 122-87
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Kevin Durant passes Lisa Leslie for career US Olympic scoring record

Kevin Durant stands alone in U.S. Olympic basketball scoring history

August 06, 2024
Kevin Durant passes Lisa Leslie for career US Olympic scoring record
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49ers coach Kyle Shanahan says 'nothing has changed' regarding a trade or a new contract for Aiyuk

Two weeks after the San Francisco 49ers reported to training camp there has been no change in the status of Brandon Aiyuk despite trade rumors swirling around the star disgruntled wide receiver

August 06, 2024
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan says 'nothing has changed' regarding a trade or a new contract for Aiyuk
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Simone Biles tells CNN competing in Paris ‘meant the world’ after struggles in Tokyo

Simone Biles tells CNN competing in Paris ‘meant the world’ after struggles in Tokyo

August 06, 2024
Simone Biles tells CNN competing in Paris ‘meant the world’ after struggles in Tokyo
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Simone Biles shares message for young girls struggling to fit in

CNN's Coy Wire talks to gymnastics legend Simone Biles about her experience at the 2024 Paris Olympics and more. 

August 06, 2024
Simone Biles shares message for young girls struggling to fit in
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: OLY: CNN SPEAKS WITH GYNMASTIC PHENOM SIMONE BILES

Simone Biles, 11-time Olympic Medalist, on CNN air

August 06, 2024
: OLY: CNN SPEAKS WITH GYNMASTIC PHENOM SIMONE BILES
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Harvard graduate Gabby Thomas sprints to 200-meter gold medal for the United States by a big margin

Gabby Thomas has sped to the win in the women’s 200 meters at the 2024 Olympics

August 06, 2024
Harvard graduate Gabby Thomas sprints to 200-meter gold medal for the United States by a big margin
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Olympics-Athletics-Dominant Thomas lands first 200m global title

American Gabby Thomas finally claimed the global title she has promised for so long when she delivered a dominant performance to take Olympic 200

August 06, 2024
Olympics-Athletics-Dominant Thomas lands first 200m global title
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Israeli athletes receive threats in Paris as tensions simmer over Gaza

Israel's Olympic team said athletes have received threats as they compete in Paris

August 06, 2024
Israeli athletes receive threats in Paris as tensions simmer over Gaza
Entertainment|Sports

Charles Barkley cancels his retirement plans, says he’ll stay with TNT Sports for long term

Charles Barkley cancels his retirement plans, says he’ll stay with TNT Sports for long term

August 06, 2024
Charles Barkley cancels his retirement plans, says he’ll stay with TNT Sports for long term
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American Cole Hocker pulls Olympic shocker in men's 1,500, leaving Kerr and Ingebrigtsen behind

American Cole Hocker pulled the upset of the Olympics on Tuesday night, outracing both favorites Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Josh Kerr to the finish line in the 1,500 meters

August 06, 2024
American Cole Hocker pulls Olympic shocker in men's 1,500, leaving Kerr and Ingebrigtsen behind
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Sophia Smith's extra-time goal sends USWNT into the Olympic final with a 1-0 win over Germany

Sophia Smith scored in extra time and the U.S. women's national team secured a spot in the gold medal match at the Paris Olympics with a 1-0 victory over Germany

August 06, 2024
Sophia Smith's extra-time goal sends USWNT into the Olympic final with a 1-0 win over Germany
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Zero US men in the Olympic long jump final is a rare absence for the nation of Lewis and Owens

From Jesse Owens to Bob Beamon to Carl Lewis and plenty more, Americans have ruled the men’s long jump at the Summer Olympics

August 06, 2024
Zero US men in the Olympic long jump final is a rare absence for the nation of Lewis and Owens
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Charles Barkley says he will not retire and remain with TNT Sports even if they don't have the NBA

Charles Barkley intends to remain with TNT Sports through the remainder of his contract

August 06, 2024
Charles Barkley says he will not retire and remain with TNT Sports even if they don't have the NBA
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American teenager Sam Watson sets world record in speed climbing, the fastest sport at the Paris Olympics

American teenager Sam Watson sets world record in speed climbing, the fastest sport at the Paris Olympics

August 06, 2024
American teenager Sam Watson sets world record in speed climbing, the fastest sport at the Paris Olympics
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Ukrainian wrestler and member of parliament has a goal for Paris: 'Show that Ukraine is still alive'

Ukraine wrestler Zhan Beleniuk will try to bring pride to his warn-torn country when he competes for an Olympic medal in the Greco-Roman category

August 06, 2024
Ukrainian wrestler and member of parliament has a goal for Paris: 'Show that Ukraine is still alive'
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NCAA moves closer to financially rewarding women's basketball teams that reach March Madness

Women’s college basketball teams are a step away from getting financially rewarded for success in the NCAA Tournament

August 06, 2024
NCAA moves closer to financially rewarding women's basketball teams that reach March Madness
Asia|Sports

First Afghan woman to compete internationally after Taliban takeover seeks Olympic gold in Paris

Taekwondo Paralympian Zakia Khudadadi says she is competing in the name of women in Afghanistan who have gradually been stripped of their rights over the past three years

August 06, 2024
First Afghan woman to compete internationally after Taliban takeover seeks Olympic gold in Paris
Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

Paris delivers Seine swimming, but some still sceptical

Parisians will swim in the River Seine by the foot of the Eiffel Tower next year, Paris City Hall has pledged, although the high bacteria levels that delayed Olympic

August 06, 2024
Paris delivers Seine swimming, but some still sceptical
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Boxer Imane Khelif advances to gold-medal bout with another victory amid gender misconceptions

Boxer Imane Khelif of Algeria has advanced to the gold-medal bout in the women’s welterweight division with a semifinal victory at the Paris Olympics amid scrutiny over misconceptions about her gender

August 06, 2024
Boxer Imane Khelif advances to gold-medal bout with another victory amid gender misconceptions
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Russian disinformation slams Paris and amplifies Khelif debate to undermine the Olympics

Groups linked to Russia’s government are using online disinformation to spread false information about the 2024 Olympics and portraying Paris as a crime-ridden cesspool

August 06, 2024
Russian disinformation slams Paris and amplifies Khelif debate to undermine the Olympics
Opinion|Sports

The final image of Simone Biles at the Olympics was a symbol of joy — and where the sport is going

Gymnasts Simone Biles, Jordan Chiles and Rebeca Andrade ended the 2024 Olympics with a moment symbolic of where they hope the sport is headed

August 06, 2024
The final image of Simone Biles at the Olympics was a symbol of joy — and where the sport is going
Sports|US

Biden is hosting the 2023 World Series champion Texas Rangers at the White House on Thursday

President Joe Biden will host the Texas Rangers at the White House on Thursday to recognize the 2023 World Series champions, their first championship title in the history of the franchise

August 06, 2024
Biden is hosting the 2023 World Series champion Texas Rangers at the White House on Thursday
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The history-making Canadian swimming sensation experiencing a summer like no other

The history-making Canadian swimming sensation experiencing a summer like no other

August 06, 2024
The history-making Canadian swimming sensation experiencing a summer like no other
Africa|News|Sports

Kipyegon puts drama from night before behind her, starts quest for 3rd straight 1,500 Olympic title

Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon opened her bid to win a third straight Olympic 1,500-meter title, turning the page on a drama-filled night that ultimately ended with a medal for her

August 06, 2024
Kipyegon puts drama from night before behind her, starts quest for 3rd straight 1,500 Olympic title
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Olympic marathon swim test run is canceled over water quality concerns for Seine River

A test run meant to allow Olympic athletes to familiarize themselves with the marathon swimming course in the Seine River was canceled Tuesday over concerns about water quality in the Paris waterway

August 06, 2024
Olympic marathon swim test run is canceled over water quality concerns for Seine River
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The American coach of Olympic champions De Grasse and Jacobs is kicked out of the Paris Games

The American coach of Olympic champions Andre De Grasse and Marcell Jacobs has been kicked out of the Paris Games

August 06, 2024
The American coach of Olympic champions De Grasse and Jacobs is kicked out of the Paris Games
Opinion|Sports

Simone Biles has nothing left to prove – to herself or anyone else

Simone Biles has nothing left to prove – to herself or anyone else

August 06, 2024
Simone Biles has nothing left to prove – to herself or anyone else
Crime|Europe|Sports

French police probe ransomware attack on Grand Palais Olympic venue

French cyber crime police are investigating a ransomware attack against the Grand Palais exhibition hall in Paris where Olympic events including fencing and Taekwondo are being held,

August 06, 2024
French police probe ransomware attack on Grand Palais Olympic venue
Opinion|Sports

US gymnasts’ show of sportsmanship wins hearts in iconic podium moment

US gymnasts’ show of sportsmanship wins hearts in iconic podium moment

August 06, 2024
US gymnasts’ show of sportsmanship wins hearts in iconic podium moment
Entertainment|Sports

This sport is making its Olympics debut in Paris. Just don’t call it breakdancing

This sport is making its Olympics debut in Paris. Just don’t call it breakdancing

August 06, 2024
This sport is making its Olympics debut in Paris. Just don’t call it breakdancing
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French Polynesian Kauli Vaast and Caroline Marks of U.S. win gold at Paris Olympics surfing

Kauli Vaast from French Polynesia and Caroline Marks from the United States won gold medals in surfing at the Paris Olympics in Tahiti on Monday

August 06, 2024
French Polynesian Kauli Vaast and Caroline Marks of U.S. win gold at Paris Olympics surfing
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Emotional Freddie Freeman gets hug from Bryce Harper in return to Dodgers as ailing son recovers

Freddie Freeman singled and got a hug from Phillies star Bryce Harper in his return to the Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup after missing eight games to be with his ailing 3-year-old son who is out of danger after a serious medical diagnosis

August 05, 2024
Emotional Freddie Freeman gets hug from Bryce Harper in return to Dodgers as ailing son recovers
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Harrison Butker of the Kansas City Chiefs reportedly becoming highest paid NFL kicker

Harrison Butker of the Kansas City Chiefs reportedly becoming highest paid NFL kicker

August 05, 2024
Harrison Butker of the Kansas City Chiefs reportedly becoming highest paid NFL kicker
Europe|Sports|Travel

Colorado Champions: Climbing kid trains for Europe

Colorado Champions: Climbing kid trains for Europe

August 05, 2024
Colorado Champions: Climbing kid trains for Europe
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Skier marks 60th anniversary as an Olympian, stays active on the slopes

Skier marks 60th anniversary as an Olympian, stays active on the slopes

August 05, 2024
Skier marks 60th anniversary as an Olympian, stays active on the slopes
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Olympic moment of the day: 3x3 basketball has its first classic final and a potential turning point

Olympic moment of the day: 3x3 basketball has its first classic final and a potential turning point

August 05, 2024
Olympic moment of the day: 3x3 basketball has its first classic final and a potential turning point
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Woman finds historic baseball card collection in her old barn house

Woman finds historic baseball card collection in her old barn house

August 05, 2024
Woman finds historic baseball card collection in her old barn house
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Mondo Duplantis breaks pole vault world record for the ninth time in his career

Mondo Duplantis breaks pole vault world record for the ninth time in his career

August 05, 2024
Mondo Duplantis breaks pole vault world record for the ninth time in his career
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France beats Egypt 3-1 and will face Spain in the men's soccer final at Paris Olympics

Jean-Philippe Mateta scored twice as France advanced to the final of the men’s soccer tournament at the Paris Olympics with a 3-1 win over Egypt after extra time

August 05, 2024
France beats Egypt 3-1 and will face Spain in the men's soccer final at Paris Olympics
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Paris Olympics Day 10: Biles closes out with her 11th career medal — a silver in floor exercise

Simone Biles wrapped up her final day of the Paris Olympics with more hardware for the greatest gymnast of her generation

August 05, 2024
Paris Olympics Day 10: Biles closes out with her 11th career medal — a silver in floor exercise
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Armand "Mondo" Duplantis breaks pole vault world record in gold-medal performance at Olympics

Armand “Mondo” Duplantis broke his own pole vault world record Monday night at the Olympics, clearing 6.25 meters (20 feet, 6 inches) to cap his second straight gold-medal performance on the sport’s biggest stage

August 05, 2024
Armand "Mondo" Duplantis breaks pole vault world record in gold-medal performance at Olympics
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High jumper Yaroslava Mahuchikh and other medal-winning Ukrainians put attention on war

Yaroslava Mahuchikh, the Ukrainian world-record high jumper, may have just won Olympic gold, but she and other winning athletes from Ukraine are not resting in Paris — they’re trying to shine the spotlight on the war tearing apart their country

August 05, 2024
High jumper Yaroslava Mahuchikh and other medal-winning Ukrainians put attention on war
Africa|Asia|Sports

Paris Olympics what to watch: Imane Khelif will compete in boxing semifinals Tuesday, August 6

Imane Khelif, the Algerian boxer who has faced misconceptions about her gender, will fight Janjaem Suwannapheng of Thailand in the women’s 66-kilogram semifinals Tuesday

August 05, 2024
Paris Olympics what to watch: Imane Khelif will compete in boxing semifinals Tuesday, August 6
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Boxing group answers some questions but raises many more about tests on Imane Khelif, Lin Yu-ting

The International Boxing Association has raised new questions while struggling to answer others at a shambolic news conference about the opaque gender tests that led the Olympics-banned governing body to abruptly suspend Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-ting from last year’s world championships

August 05, 2024
Boxing group answers some questions but raises many more about tests on Imane Khelif, Lin Yu-ting
Sports|Travel

Man bikes to Chicago and back to raise money for Special Olympics

Man bikes to Chicago and back to raise money for Special Olympics

August 05, 2024
Man bikes to Chicago and back to raise money for Special Olympics
Health|Sports

Damar Hamlin says his 'mind is free' a year after resuming football following near-death experience

The passage of time has allowed Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin to gain perspective and grow in confidence a year after he resumed playing football following a near-death experience

August 05, 2024
Damar Hamlin says his 'mind is free' a year after resuming football following near-death experience
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Referee injured in Morocco-Spain semifinal soccer game at Paris Olympics

The first substitution made in the Olympics men’s soccer semifinal match between Morocco and Spain was the referee

August 05, 2024
Referee injured in Morocco-Spain semifinal soccer game at Paris Olympics
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One and done: Michael Phelps calls for a lifetime ban for anyone who's caught doping

In the wake of a Chinese doping scandal, Michael Phelps doubled down on his support for tougher sanctions — including a lifetime ban for anyone who tests positive

August 05, 2024
One and done: Michael Phelps calls for a lifetime ban for anyone who's caught doping
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Leigh Diffey on botched Paris Olympics 100 meters call: "I got it wrong."

NBC announcer Leigh Diffey said “I got it wrong” on his botched Paris Olympics call that incorrectly identified Kishane Thompson of Jamaica as winner of the 100 meters

August 05, 2024
Leigh Diffey on botched Paris Olympics 100 meters call: "I got it wrong."
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Olympics-Barred boxing federation says Khelif failed chromosome test

The Algerian and Taiwanese boxers embroiled in a dispute over gender in sport at the Paris Games were disqualified from the 2023 World Championships

August 05, 2024
Olympics-Barred boxing federation says Khelif failed chromosome test
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How people with disabilities got game − the surprisingly long history of access to arcade and video sports

A pioneering effort that allowed a teenager with a neck injury to play pinball sheds light on today’s vibrant community of esports players with disabilities.

August 05, 2024
How people with disabilities got game − the surprisingly long history of access to arcade and video sports
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A rebuilt bronze Jackie Robinson statue returns to Kansas 6 months after the original was stolen

A rebuilt bronze statue of baseball icon Jackie Robinson is back in Wichita, Kansas

August 05, 2024
A rebuilt bronze Jackie Robinson statue returns to Kansas 6 months after the original was stolen
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Snoop Dogg has exploded on the Olympics' global stage. He's just being himself

Snoop Dogg become has become a star of the Paris Olympics, ascending to new heights with several memorable moments

August 05, 2024
Snoop Dogg has exploded on the Olympics' global stage. He's just being himself

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