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Team USA Beats Spain, 107-100, to Win Olympic Men's Basketball Gold Medal

Joe Student — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 12:30:19 +0000

Kevin Durant scored 30 points and grabbed nine rebounds, as the United States defeated Spain 107-100 in the gold medal game of men’s basketball at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London on Sunday. Leading by just one point after the third quarter, the heavily favored Americans outscored the relentless Spaniards 24-18 in the fourth quarter. [...]

Watch Our Women Battle for Gold

Tammie Toren — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 20:21:58 +0000

The U.S. vs Japan soccer game is on right now! I found a place we can stream it while at work!!! Just make sure you've got that, "You bet I'm working" button ready for when the boss comes by! Go Team USA!

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Oscar Pistorius Becomes First Amputee to Compete in Track for the Olympics

Nick Romano — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 17:30:40 +0000

2012 Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius from South Africa is breaking barriers this year in London. Just this Saturday, the man known as “Blade Runner” competed in the 400-meter run and finished in second to move on to the semifinals this Sunday. And he did all this with two prosthetic racing legs.

Family Withheld Devastating Secrets from Chinese Diver Until She Won Gold

Don Deane — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 18:30:39 +0000

Last Sunday, Chinese diver Wu Minxia took home gold in the 3m synchronized springboard and became the first woman in history to win three consecutive Olympic golds. But her remarkable accomplishment was marred somewhat when it was revealed that her family intentionally hid devastating secrets as she pursued her career.

US Gymnast Gabby Douglas Makes History Winning Olympic Gold in Women's All-Around

JP — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 20:07:25 +0000

US Olympic gymnast Gabby Douglas won perhaps the most coveted title in her sport when she took the gold medal in the women's all-around competition on Thursday in London, becoming the first African-American female gymnast to ever win individual Olympic gold.

Michael Phelps Shatters Olympics Record with 19th Career Medal

JP — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 21:16:10 +0000

Michael Phelps has managed to swim into history.

2012 Summer Olympics Recap: Day 3 — Missy Franklin and Matt Grevers Win Gold Medals

Joe Student — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 20:00:03 +0000

The US swim team captured two gold medals at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London on Monday, while the US men’s gymnastics squad disappointed. Here’s what happened at the London Games: US swimming sensation Missy Franklin won the 100-meter backstroke to claim her first Olympic gold medal on Monday. Just 14 minutes after swimming a [...]

Aly Raisman's Parents Are the Breakout Stars of the London Olympics

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 23:00:05 +0000

Gymnast Aly Raisman was one of the big stories of the opening weekend of the 2012 London Summer Olympic Games. The 18-year old from Needham, Ma. qualified for the all-around title, knocking teammate, world champion and best friend Jordyn Wieber out of the competition that Wieber would have been the favorite in.

But the most entertaining part of Raisman’s near flawless routine was her parents’ reaction to it.

Other Uses for Ryan Lochte's Grill

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 22:30:05 +0000

Ah, Ryan Lochte’s grill… that shining beacon of American freedom. The Olympic swimmer is turning heads for his uniquely bling-tastic mouthwear. According to a recent interview, Ryan’s grill — which is a retainer filled with diamonds — is the swimmer’s “unique way of showing personality.” We all know it has the power to inspire millions, but we wondered –- what else can it do?

13 Olympic Facts That Will Blow Your Mind

Camilla Turner — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 18:00:30 +0000

If you don’t have Olympic fever yet, fret not. We’re here to help with a list of our 10 favorite facts about the games that you never knew. 1. The US has won the most medals of any country at the Summer Olympics, with a whopping total of 2,189 medals. 2. London is the first city [...]

Top 10 Apps for the 2012 Summer Olympics

Maura Chwastyk — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 18:30:17 +0000

The athletes have been training for the last four years. The city has been preparing for the last seven years. And the fans have been booking their tickets for months and months. The 2012 London Summer Olympics are upon us! No matter where you are, you won’t be able to make it to every match. [...]