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'Rolling Stone' Deletes Web Article Critical Of NBA's Handling Of Rape Case

7:39am October 21, 2016

Rolling Stone magazine, which is currently facing an $8 million defamation lawsuit in Virginia, is now at the center of controversy for removing an online column critical of the NBA.

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Jury Finds NBA Star Derrick Rose Not Liable In Civil Rape Trial

7:46pm October 19, 2016

by Sonari Glinton

A federal jury in Los Angeles found New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose not liable in a civil suit that accused him and two friends of rape.

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Cleveland Advances To World Series, Beating Toronto

7:21pm October 19, 2016

by The Associated Press

The Indians shut out the Blue Jays 3-0 Wednesday in Game 5 of the American League Championship Series. Cleveland will face either the Chicago Cubs or the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Fans walk outside Chicago's Wrigley Field prior to Game 1 of the National League Championship Series between the Chicago Cubs and the Los Angeles Dodgers on Oct. 15.

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Cubs Fans Keep The Faith After A Lifetime Of Losing, And It's Paying Off

9:55am October 19, 2016

by Sarah Spain

If you're a Chicago Cubs fan, it's always had to be about more than winning — until this year, when the world's most famous lovable losers have a better chance than ever to change their reputation.

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Olympic Organizers In Tokyo Consider Costs Ahead Of 2020 Games

6:44pm October 18, 2016

by Tom Goldman

It can cost billions to put on the Olympic games. Those high costs can be a burden to host cities and will be among the topics discussed Tuesday when International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach meets with organizers in Tokyo, home of the 2020 games.

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LPGA's Se Ri Pak Retires But Her Impact On Golf Has Never Been Stronger

6:38am October 18, 2016

Golfer Se Ri Pak's rise in the late 1990s inspired young women like Tiffany Joh, one of many Korean LPGA golfers who trace their interest in the sport to seeing Pak play on TV.

Nick Kyrgios of Australia complains to the referee during his men's singles match against Mischa Zverev of Germany at the Shanghai Masters tennis tournament on Wednesday.

Tennis Star Nick Kyrgios Suspended For Tantrum At Shanghai Masters

2:14pm October 17, 2016

by Merrit Kennedy

Kyrgios often appeared uninterested during a recent match, lobbing soft serves over the net and wandering away before his opponent could return them. The 21 year old was suspended for three months.

NASCAR Driver Tony Stewart Revved Up To Treat Fans To His Final Drive

7:28am October 16, 2016

by Michael Tomsic

The man some NASCAR racing fans call the last of the 'old school' drivers is retiring soon. Tony Stewart is known for his aggressive and controversial style.

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Ex-Public Radio Announcer Talks About His Shot At Being A Pro Basketball Player

7:57am October 15, 2016

Public radio announcer-turned-pro basketball player Kareem Maddox now has two games under his belt. NPR's Scott Simon checks in with him on his new life on the court in Poland.

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Latest In Sports: Cubs In MLB Playoffs, Colin Kaepernick To Start For 49ers

7:57am October 15, 2016

by Tom Goldman

NPR's Scott Simon and Tom Goldman discuss the latest in baseball playoffs.