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American Virginia Thrasher Takes First Gold Medal of Games
- August 11, 2016
The precocious 19-year-old closed out the summer with her biggest surprise yet. American teenager Virginia Thrasher won the first gold medal of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, holding her nerve against two Chinese Olympic champions to clinch the women's 10m air rifle event. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
The precocious 19-year-old closed out the summer with her biggest surprise yet. American teenager Virginia Thrasher won the first gold medal of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, holding her nerve against two Chinese Olympic champions to clinch the women's 10m air rifle event. (more...)
Trump says Second Amendment comment refers to 'political power'
- August 11, 2016
In the interview with George Stephanopoulos, Guiliani said, "You know how speeches go". Critics said he was inciting violence against Clinton, something Trump denied. Other top Republicans, including Senator Susan Collins of ME this week, have disavowed Trump but said they can not back Clinton, either. For Trump, the next opportunity to shift themes was to come Wednesday when he holds a pair of rallies in Abington, Virginia, and in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
In the interview with George Stephanopoulos, Guiliani said, "You know how speeches go". Critics said he was inciting violence against Clinton, something Trump denied. Other top Republicans, including Senator Susan Collins of ME this week, have disavowed Trump but said they can not back Clinton, either. For Trump, the next opportunity to shift themes was to come Wednesday when he holds a pair of rallies in Abington, Virginia, and in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. (more...)
Rio Olympics: Team USA cruises past China 119-62 in opening game
- August 11, 2016
While Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving found their spots from beyond the shorter Olympic three-point line, it was the American team's defense that showed the vast difference between not only themselves and China, but also most of the global field. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
While Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving found their spots from beyond the shorter Olympic three-point line, it was the American team's defense that showed the vast difference between not only themselves and China, but also most of the global field. (more...)
IOC Brings Hammer Down On Doping, I Mean, Social Media
- August 11, 2016
The Australian gymnastics team are awaiting a decision by the global federation (FIG) on Russian athletes to see if they will replace them, while the women's eight rowing crew has been handed a berth in place of a banned Russian team. The McLaren report found that the Moscow laboratory at the centre of Russia's state-sponsored doping programme hid 117 positive weightlifting tests over a four-year period - a figure second only to track and field. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
The Australian gymnastics team are awaiting a decision by the global federation (FIG) on Russian athletes to see if they will replace them, while the women's eight rowing crew has been handed a berth in place of a banned Russian team. The McLaren report found that the Moscow laboratory at the centre of Russia's state-sponsored doping programme hid 117 positive weightlifting tests over a four-year period - a figure second only to track and field. (more...)
Fiji beats NZ, moves into Olympic medal rounds vs Japan
- August 11, 2016
Team GB men finished the opening day of a dramatic Rugby Sevens competition with two victories as they defeated Kenya and Japan to nearly seal their quarter-final qualification. New Zealand recovered to defeat Kenya 28-5. Tietjens said his team would miss Williams, a two-time World Cup champion with the All Blacks and the highest profile player in the tournament. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Team GB men finished the opening day of a dramatic Rugby Sevens competition with two victories as they defeated Kenya and Japan to nearly seal their quarter-final qualification. New Zealand recovered to defeat Kenya 28-5. Tietjens said his team would miss Williams, a two-time World Cup champion with the All Blacks and the highest profile player in the tournament. (more...)
Tim Tebow pursuing career in professional baseball
- August 11, 2016
All 30 Major League Baseball teams will be invited to the workout. In high school, Tebow was an All-State baseball player, and even now, at age 30, he appears to have pretty good bat speed . After being cut from the Eagles past year, he has chose to turn his attention to pursuing a career in baseball. "Obviously we support Tim in his pursuit of a baseball career, as we have in all his ventures", Jimmy Sexton, Tebow's football agent, said. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
All 30 Major League Baseball teams will be invited to the workout. In high school, Tebow was an All-State baseball player, and even now, at age 30, he appears to have pretty good bat speed . After being cut from the Eagles past year, he has chose to turn his attention to pursuing a career in baseball. "Obviously we support Tim in his pursuit of a baseball career, as we have in all his ventures", Jimmy Sexton, Tebow's football agent, said. (more...)
UEFA Confirm John Stones' Name In Man City Champions League Squad
- August 11, 2016
Stones's name appeared in City's Champions League squad which was published on the UEFA website hours before the transfer was confirmed. New Manchester City defender John Stones says that he will be playing under "the best manager in the world" at the Etihad Stadium. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Stones's name appeared in City's Champions League squad which was published on the UEFA website hours before the transfer was confirmed. New Manchester City defender John Stones says that he will be playing under "the best manager in the world" at the Etihad Stadium. (more...)
Olympics Day Four: US Gymnastics Golden Girls
- August 11, 2016
Heats start at 2:31 p.m. The tennis tournament continues and it could be a busy day for Rafael Nadal. He starts on the floor exercise and comes to the event with a gold in hand from the men's team finals Monday. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Three people were taken to a hospital after an estimated 30,000 to 60,000 bees escaped and stung people in a Wal-Mart parking lot in southeast Oklahoma City. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Heats start at 2:31 p.m. The tennis tournament continues and it could be a busy day for Rafael Nadal. He starts on the floor exercise and comes to the event with a gold in hand from the men's team finals Monday. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Three people were taken to a hospital after an estimated 30,000 to 60,000 bees escaped and stung people in a Wal-Mart parking lot in southeast Oklahoma City. (more...)
Arsenal in injury crisis ahead of EPL opener
- August 11, 2016
However, the French tactician has ruled out retiring from the coaching profession and believes he has more that he can more offer to the game. "The bigger squad you have, the bigger chance you have of winning the Premier League or reaching the latter stages of the Champions League". (more...)
- August 11, 2016
However, the French tactician has ruled out retiring from the coaching profession and believes he has more that he can more offer to the game. "The bigger squad you have, the bigger chance you have of winning the Premier League or reaching the latter stages of the Champions League". (more...)
Lyon president confirms West Ham have made bid for winger
- August 11, 2016
The 24-year-old is out of contract at the end of this season and has already rejected a number of proposals to extend his stay at Lyon . "He wants me to talk with his advisors and so I'm going to call them this week to try to break the deadlock", L'Equipe quotes Aulas as saying. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
The 24-year-old is out of contract at the end of this season and has already rejected a number of proposals to extend his stay at Lyon . "He wants me to talk with his advisors and so I'm going to call them this week to try to break the deadlock", L'Equipe quotes Aulas as saying. (more...)
NBA superstar Stephen Curry golfs with President Barack Obama
- August 11, 2016
The president is also expected to spend time with the rich and famous on the Vineyard, having already played golf with National Basketball Association stars Los Angeles Clippers' Chris Paul on Sunday and Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry on Monday. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
The president is also expected to spend time with the rich and famous on the Vineyard, having already played golf with National Basketball Association stars Los Angeles Clippers' Chris Paul on Sunday and Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry on Monday. (more...)
Ledecky Holds Off Sweden's Sjostrom To Take Gold In Women's 200m Freestyle
- August 11, 2016
JUDO HISTORY: Hungarian-born Szandra Szogedi made history when she stepped onto the judo mat to become the first judoka to represent Ghana - she obtained citizenship through her husband. Emma McKeon of Australia, Barratt's countrywoman, has medaled in this event before in the 2014 Commonwealth Games and was a gold medalist in the 400 free in this Olympics already. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
JUDO HISTORY: Hungarian-born Szandra Szogedi made history when she stepped onto the judo mat to become the first judoka to represent Ghana - she obtained citizenship through her husband. Emma McKeon of Australia, Barratt's countrywoman, has medaled in this event before in the 2014 Commonwealth Games and was a gold medalist in the 400 free in this Olympics already. (more...)
Argentina ousted in soccer; Portugal and Honduras advance
- August 11, 2016
With 15 minutes left, Honduras dealt the Albiceleste a body blow when Antony Lorenzo tucked away a penalty to put his side up. Although Argentina's exit is a major surprise, the team weren't helped by the chaotic nature of their preparation. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
With 15 minutes left, Honduras dealt the Albiceleste a body blow when Antony Lorenzo tucked away a penalty to put his side up. Although Argentina's exit is a major surprise, the team weren't helped by the chaotic nature of their preparation. (more...)
Best and Worst of WWE Smackdown - 9th August 2016
- August 11, 2016
Instead of a "corporate", red vs. blue war from the brand split, Wyatt says that is him versus the whole world. Instead of saying anything, Ziggler just enters the ring and starts attacking Bray Wyatt and Erick Rowan. Even though Orton survived, his arm might still be banged up by SummerSlam . In typical Rhyno style, the wrestler performed the Gore for the pin. Last week, both of these women were supposed to square off against each other. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Instead of a "corporate", red vs. blue war from the brand split, Wyatt says that is him versus the whole world. Instead of saying anything, Ziggler just enters the ring and starts attacking Bray Wyatt and Erick Rowan. Even though Orton survived, his arm might still be banged up by SummerSlam . In typical Rhyno style, the wrestler performed the Gore for the pin. Last week, both of these women were supposed to square off against each other. (more...)
Industry giant Vail Resorts buys Whistler-Blackomb
- August 11, 2016
When news broke yesterday (August 9) that an American corporation is buying Whistler Blackcomb , there were some grumbles about the ski hill going to a foreign buyer. Brownlie will stay on as the resort's chief operating officer, and a member of their board will join Vail Resorts. " Whistler Blackcomb has enjoyed tremendous success by delivering an exceptional mountain experience for our passionate and loyal guests, both locally and from around the world", Brownlie said in a statement. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
When news broke yesterday (August 9) that an American corporation is buying Whistler Blackcomb , there were some grumbles about the ski hill going to a foreign buyer. Brownlie will stay on as the resort's chief operating officer, and a member of their board will join Vail Resorts. " Whistler Blackcomb has enjoyed tremendous success by delivering an exceptional mountain experience for our passionate and loyal guests, both locally and from around the world", Brownlie said in a statement. (more...)
Men's all-around final: Will King Kohei be dethroned?
- August 11, 2016
Verniaiev took silver with a score of 92.266, Max Whitlock of Britain won bronze with 90.641, and Ryohei Kato finished 11th with 88.590. Japan celebrated winning Olympic gold in the artisitic gymnastics team event , while China had to settle for bronze, Russian Federation having found space between the Asian nations to claim the silver, its first medal in the event for 16 years. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Verniaiev took silver with a score of 92.266, Max Whitlock of Britain won bronze with 90.641, and Ryohei Kato finished 11th with 88.590. Japan celebrated winning Olympic gold in the artisitic gymnastics team event , while China had to settle for bronze, Russian Federation having found space between the Asian nations to claim the silver, its first medal in the event for 16 years. (more...)
Jurgen Klopp blocks Lucas transfer to Galatasary
- August 11, 2016
He asked for one more day. "We are no longer pursuing Lucas Leiva ", explained Nazifoglu on Wednesday morning, confirming in a press conference that their move for the 29-year old has hit the skids and that they'll be making moves for other targets. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
He asked for one more day. "We are no longer pursuing Lucas Leiva ", explained Nazifoglu on Wednesday morning, confirming in a press conference that their move for the 29-year old has hit the skids and that they'll be making moves for other targets. (more...)
Michael Phelps shares special moment with son after 200 butterfly victory
- August 11, 2016
With challengers all around, Phelps simply wouldn't be denied. "I felt like I was standing still", Phelps said. Then there was the laughter - evidently prompted by something Phelps saw in the stands - and, more unlike anything we've seen in his previous Summer Olympics, there was Phelps interrupting the victory walk he was taking with his rivals to climb the stairs of the photographers' station, where he reached his family and gave his infant son, Boomer , a kiss on the cheek. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
With challengers all around, Phelps simply wouldn't be denied. "I felt like I was standing still", Phelps said. Then there was the laughter - evidently prompted by something Phelps saw in the stands - and, more unlike anything we've seen in his previous Summer Olympics, there was Phelps interrupting the victory walk he was taking with his rivals to climb the stairs of the photographers' station, where he reached his family and gave his infant son, Boomer , a kiss on the cheek. (more...)
Ledecky wins most challenging event with gritty performance
- August 11, 2016
A little more than an hour after his butterfly final, Phelps picked up another gold medal, anchoring the United States to a comfortable victory in the 4×200-meter freestyle relay. It turned out she and Gemmell had planned for her to set an easy pace in the first half of the race. He then rejoined the other swimmers and posed for more photos, wearing a beaming smile. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
A little more than an hour after his butterfly final, Phelps picked up another gold medal, anchoring the United States to a comfortable victory in the 4×200-meter freestyle relay. It turned out she and Gemmell had planned for her to set an easy pace in the first half of the race. He then rejoined the other swimmers and posed for more photos, wearing a beaming smile. (more...)
New Yorkers' love-hate relationship with A-Rod nears finale
- August 11, 2016
Rick Porcello continued to dominate at Fenway Park with eight solid innings and then Matt Barnes cleaned up a mess created by closer Craig Kimbrel for Boston . All you need to do is go back to Sunday's news conference, when he was asked if he would play Rodriguez in any of the three games in Boston . A-Rod's statements Tuesday after he learned he was not in the starting lineup exposed that for the lie it was. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Rick Porcello continued to dominate at Fenway Park with eight solid innings and then Matt Barnes cleaned up a mess created by closer Craig Kimbrel for Boston . All you need to do is go back to Sunday's news conference, when he was asked if he would play Rodriguez in any of the three games in Boston . A-Rod's statements Tuesday after he learned he was not in the starting lineup exposed that for the lie it was. (more...)
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