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Shiffrin Shines Bright in Olympic Comeback
Shiffrin's golden moment: After stumbling in her first two races, the skiing star clinched Olympic glory in a thrilling third contest.
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Shohei Ohtani's Secret to Acing Life's Ambitions
Shohei Ohtani's meteoric rise from obscurity to MLB stardom holds the key to crushing your own ambitions, says a Harvard Business School professor.
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Heartwarming Grandfather Cheers On Granddaughter's Olympian Girlfriend
At 87, Conrad Andringa is the heart of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, cheering on his grandson's girlfriend, US mogul skier Tess Johnson, with unwavering passion.
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Friendly Rivals Stolz and de Boo Ignite Speed Skating's Next Golden Age
Jordan Stolz and Jenning de Boo, the world's premier speedskating sprinters, engage in a fierce yet respectful competition, captivating audiences with their unparalleled skill and sportsmanship.
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Moms in Their 40s Defy Age Limits, Earn Olympic Bobsled Medals
Two veteran U.S. bobsledders, Elana Meyers Taylor, 41, and Kaillie Humphreys, 40, defied age and expectations, clinching gold and bronze medals in a thrilling Olympic showdown.
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Italy's Athletes Capture 15 Gold Medals at Home Olympics
Triumphant Brignone claims another Olympic gold as rivals bow in respect, cementing her status as a skiing legend.
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Witness the historic rise of women in Nordic combined
The Olympic stage remains closed to women in Nordic combined, despite athletes' tireless efforts. Their hopes for 2030 hinge on the world watching this week's men's events.
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Embrace the Speed: U.S. Skaters Revolutionize Olympic Team Events
Hurtling around the ice at 30 mph, U.S. Olympic speed skaters push the limits of teamwork, drafting mere inches apart to dominate the team pursuit event.
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India's Blistering Cricket Triumph Secures Super Eights Spot
Ishan Kishan's masterful 77 on a treacherous Colombo pitch propelled India to a commanding 61-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in the T20 World Cup group stage clash.
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Paralyzed Firefighter's Daughter Walks Down the Aisle
Soaring to victory, Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea clinched the U.S. team's first figure skating gold at the Games, a historic moment.
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Haptic Tech Brings Judo Thrills to Life at the Deaflympics
Judo's thunderous slams captivated Deaflympics crowds, showcasing the sport's raw power and athleticism. Deaf athletes defied gravity, leaving spectators in awe.
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Speedskater Jordan Stolz Secures Second Olympic Gold
Speedskating prodigy Jordan Stolz etches his name in Olympic history, joining the elite ranks of Eric Heiden as the only athletes to claim gold in both the 500 and 1,000-meter events.
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Cheer on Minnesota's Attorney-Turned-Olympian
Defying age and expectations, a 54-year-old personal injury attorney from Minnesota became the oldest American to compete in the Winter Olympics, captivating fans with his historic debut.
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Rivals Turned Teammates: The Inspiring Power Couples of the 2026 Winter Games
Rivals on the slopes, partners in life - these 2026 Winter Games power couples prove love can thrive even in the fiercest competition.
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Kitty Cats and Cloud Hands: The Surprising Secrets Powering U.S. Snowboarders
Kitty cats and cloud hands - the surprising pre-game rituals of U.S. Olympic snowboarders as they psych themselves up for the halfpipe with heavy metal, pop tunes, and ancient Chinese meditation.
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Lindsey Vonn Finds Triumph in Broken Leg, Redefines Success
Shattered dreams: Three-time Olympic medalist Lindsey Vonn's Milano Cortina hopes ended in a devastating crash, leaving her with a broken leg and an uncertain Olympic future.
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Skier's Olympic Heartbreak Turns to Joy as Boyfriend Proposes at Finish Line
Triumph and tragedy collide as Team USA navigates the Olympic Winter Games, where only the world's elite compete for the ultimate prize.
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Celebrate Jessie Diggins' Bronze Medal Triumph at Third Straight Olympics
Jessie Diggins, a 34-year-old U.S. cross-country skiing legend, defied injury to clinch a bronze medal at the Milan Cortina Games, cementing her status as a three-time Olympic medalist.
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Olympians Blaze Trails Through Dolomite Peaks
Nestled among towering peaks, Cortina d'Ampezzo hosts the 2026 Winter Olympics, where athletes will compete in thrilling skiing and sliding events.
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Chock and Bates Prove the Experts Wrong, Claim Surprise Olympic Silver
Veteran U.S. ice dance duo Chock and Bates were poised for gold, but a French pair shrouded in scandal clinched the top spot in a nail-biting Olympic finish.
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Baking Sheets Surge as Jennifer Garner Pitches Surprise Winter Olympic Event
The world's best athletes dazzle at the Winter Games, but Jennifer Garner aims to expand the lineup. The star mom's Instagram video hints at a new Olympic event: snow-filled fun.
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Olympics Eliminate Harmful 'Forever Chemicals
Nanoseconds decide gold or defeat. As sports teams chase every edge, Grist reveals a surprising performance booster: banning fluorinated chemicals.
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Berkeley Brings Data Science to Competitive Athletics
*Uniting campus data gurus, Cal Athletics staff, and student-athletes, the inaugural conference sparked a powerful exchange of insights to drive innovation.*
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Decades of Drought Ended: Vermont Skier Wins U.S. Men's First Olympic Medal in Cross-Country Since 1976
After a 50-year drought, American Ben Ogden clinched silver in the cross-country skiing sprint classic at the 2026 Winter Olympics, ending the U.S. men's medal famine in the sport.
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The Surprising Pocket Helping Olympians Conquer Cortina's Slopes
Downhill skiers can now breathe easier with the revolutionary airbag vest that shields them from high-speed crashes on the slopes.
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Shiffrin Skis Olympic Team Event
Mikaela Shiffrin, the slalom star, and Breezy Johnson, the downhill gold medalist, team up as a formidable duo in the Olympics' thrilling team combined event. All eyes are on this medal-favorite pairing.
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Charlie Puth's Stirring Super Bowl Anthem Earns Roar of Approval
Singing the National Anthem at the Super Bowl is an honor for artists. It’s also a moment when all eyes are on the singer, and the critics just love to give their opinions. There have been some very good performances over the years, and some that weren’t so great. Whitney Houston’s powerful 1991 ren...
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Super Bowl Halftime Hosts Surprise Wedding Celebration
A real-life wedding stole the show at Super Bowl LX, as Thomas "Tommy" Wolter and Eleisa "Elli" Aparico exchanged vows on the halftime stage, with Bad Bunny as their unexpected guest.
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Malinin's Gravity-Defying Backflip Propels Team USA to Olympic Glory
Soaring through the air, Ilia Malinin's gravity-defying backflip propelled Team USA to Olympic glory, securing their top spot on the podium.
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Shiffrin Reclaims Momentum, Primed for Olympic Redemption
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6 Million Tweets Slam US Olympians Advocating for LGBTQ Rights
Scathing attacks from the Oval Office. Vicious online abuse. Olympic athletes face a new challenge: navigating the treacherous waters of political and social controversy.
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Neighbors Cheer as Grandsons Face Off in Super Bowl LX
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16-Year-Old Sprints to New Zealand's Fastest Mile Record
Discipline, endurance, and mental fortitude - the hallmarks of running. Sam Ruthe, a 16-year-old Kiwi, shattered the mile record at Boston University's Terrier Classic, clocking in at an astonishing 3:48.88.
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The Trailblazing Legacy of Doug Williams, the First Black Super Bowl Champion Quarterback
In a historic moment, Doug Williams became the first Black quarterback to start and win a Super Bowl, leading the Washington Redskins to a triumph that transcended sports.
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Breezy Johnson's Downhill Gold Secures America's First 2026 Winter Olympics Medal
**Breezy Johnson's lightning-fast downhill run clinched America's first gold medal of the 2026 Winter Olympics, overshadowed by a devastating crash of teammate Lindsey Vonn.**
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Forgotten Game Reclaims Its Roots as Yorkshire Locals Revive Centuries-Old Ball Sport
A long-lost sport once feared dead is being dusted off and played again in the villages where it was born. “Knurr-and-spell” was once played widely in pubs across England’s South Yorkshire, but had all but vanished by the 1970s. The quirky ball game which bears a similarity to golf sees players hit...
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How Did Mabel Fairbanks Defy Segregation to Become a Skating Icon?
Mabel Fairbanks, a trailblazing African American figure skater, overcame segregation to become a renowned coach and the first Black inductee into the U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame.
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Sports Leaders Forge First-Ever Unified Transgender Policy
*Global sports leaders have reached a landmark consensus on new eligibility criteria for transgender athletes, ushering in a historic era of unified policy.*
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From Stumbles to Soaring: Olympic Figure Skaters Reclaim the Ice
Stumbles and falls on the Olympic stage reveal the true grit of figure skating's elite. Toughness, poise and relentless practice propel them to soar again after the most crushing setbacks.
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Doctors Said Premature Baby Had 1% Chance - Now He's Headed to the Super Bowl
On Sunday, February 8, 2026, the Seattle Seahawks will battle the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Every football player dreams of the chance to play in a Super Bowl game. This year, for one Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker, Derick Hall, it’s tru...
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