Nuclear waste and other tales from London: Capitalism and the Olympics
The Games have become a hopeful, yet often futile, source of economic revitalization and jobs for the host city or country, which instead often winds up in debt. Greece is case in point.
The war on Palestinian soccer: Free Mahmoud Sarsak
Sarsak was branded an "illegal combatant" by Israel's military judicial system, and was since imprisoned without any charges or trial.
Try telling John Carlos that sports and politics don’t mix
Star sports editor talks to the 1968 Olympian about his iconic protest, a lifetime of struggle and why athletes are reluctant to make a stand.
Olympics tainted by BP, Dow involvement, critics charge
The London Olympics risks being toxically tainted by its links to companies responsible for global pollution.
Omonoia: Feisty team blends sports and left politics
On the island country of Cyprus, sports teams have come to be associated with certain segments of the population. In soccer, the main team associated with the working people is Omonoia Nicosia.
Women's World Cup: bright spot for Japan, women's sports
After a deadly earthquake, devastating tsunami and nuclear power plant disaster, the Japanese people got some good news July 17, when their women's soccer team won the 2011 FIFA World Cup Final.
Bicyclist Contador crowned “King of Tour”
To win at any point in the Tour de France, it is said you must have "fire in your belly!" I certainly agree!
World Cup fans cheer “Thank you Africa!”
SOWETO, South Africa -- South Africa will never be the same. That sums up the end of this World Cup 2010 Event.
World Cup: a celebration of life
PRETORIA, South Africa -- Make no mistake about it in hosting the 2010 World Cup the Black government of South Africa performed wonderfully.
Spain: new rulers of soccer world
History has been made as Spain won its first World Cup in "Soccer City" Johannesburg defeating Netherlands 1-0.
