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Olympic moms: 13 mothers compete for Team USA
The “Celebrating Moms” series of commercials by Proctor & Gamble during Olympic coverage is a tear-jerking ode to sacrifices mothers make to support their kids’ athletic careers. But what about athletes who are mothers, themselves?Elite athlete moms have the same run-of-the-mill work/life balance as the rest of us. But these 13 Olympic moms do put parenting – both its challenges and rewards – in a new perspective.
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Summer Olympics Soccer: 5 athletes to watch
The US men did not qualify for the tournament, but Team USA women are among the favorites, and the London Olympics promise a glimpse of some of the world's top stars.
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Three things to watch for in Euro 2012
It’s day one of the Euro 2012 championship, the world’s most prestigious soccer tournament after the World Cup. Will Spain defend their title, or will a challenger like Germany or the Netherlands usurp the throne? How will Poland and Ukraine perform as the tournament’s first Eastern European hosts? Here are three things to watch for as the month-long tournament unfolds:
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Prince William: 8 stories from the new book 'The Man Who Will Be King'
Writer Penny Junor explores the man second in line to the throne in her new book "The Man Who Will Be King."
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10 of TIME's 100 'most influential'
What does it mean to be influential today? TIME Magazine may not have a scientific answer, but they identified scores of people in their 2012 “100 Most Influential People in the World” list, released this week. Here is a sampling of 10 people from around the world who made the cut.
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Mexico soccer win vs. US is vindication for many grievances
Mexicans feel distinctly aggrieved toward the US on issues from immigration reform to the economy. On Wednesday, soccer was their revenge.
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S. Africa's unions take demands to the streets
The labor-friendly Zuma is facing pressure on wages and job security. Public anger has led to riots in poor neighborhoods.
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South Africa impresses during test run for 2010 World Cup
Despite a few hiccups, the Confederations Cup soccer tournament was a 'great success,' say local and international soccer authorities.
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One brilliant half not enough: US falls to Brazil, 3-2
After a stunning start, the US could not cope with Brazil, leaving American soccer to ponder another moral victory – instead of a real one.
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Brazil escapes South Africa's 'killer bees'
South Africa loses to Brazil in the semi-finals of the Confederations Cup.
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Video games that let you play with your news
Peace talks, Sully’s landing, even the economy spawn a buzzy genre of games.
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US soccer beats Spain! Now let's relax.
Every major US win is hailed as the best ever. But really, it's just part of 59 years of progress.
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Pakistan takes cricket World Cup
Victory over Sri Lanka gives Pakistanis a much-needed break from security concerns.
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Obama to attend World Cup soccer game? Not so fast...
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Iran blames US for 'intolerable' meddling
Tens of thousands rallied behind defeated presidential candidate Mir Hossein Mousavi again on Wednesday. Soccer players at a World Cup qualifying match wore green to show their solidarity.
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South Africans self-conscious about low turnout at Confederations Cup
Empty seats cause embarrassment for the soccer tournament's host country as it prepares for the World Cup next June.
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Wednesday's coverage: a united front for the US and South Korea, continuing protests in Iran, and new oversight for the US financial industry
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South Africans take strike rumors in stride – except when it's soccer
Labor unrest abounds during South Africa's 'negotiation season,' but talk of a soccer strike chilled nation.
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Japan: A booming 'Koreatown'
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South Africa turns away Dalai Lama, political firestorm follows
It says it denied the Tibetan monk a visa so that politics wouldn't overshadow the upcoming World Cup. Critics say the decision was a nod to China.
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America's new pastime: luge?
The US is enjoying unprecedented success in winter sports where it has long struggled, raising hopes for medals in the 2010 Olympics.
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US skiing queen Lindsey Vonn wins World Championship gold – again
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The Monitor's View: Zero hour in Zimbabwe
Military intervention tempts, but there are other ways to oust despot Mugabe.
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Light pollution harms not just stargazers
It throws wildlife out of whack and diminishes public safety.
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Playing the Enemy
How rugby helped to unite South Africa.
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Opinion: Cry again for beloved South Africa?
Jacob Zuma's rise raises questions about its course.
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Township youths tackle South Africa's 'white sport': rugby
In the black Johannesburg township of Diepsloot, one volunteer coach is teaching children the basics of rugby.
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The alternate universe of the Olympics
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