Tokyo 2020 Pulls Olympic Logo, Stung By Plagiarism Charges
Belgian designer Olivier Debie first complained about the logo soon after it was unveiled in July, saying it was too similar to one he created for a theater in 2011.
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Why Is There An Extra Point In Football, And Do We Need It?
This year, the extra-point line of scrimmage has been moved back to the 15-yard line. Will that make any demonstrable difference in lowering the conversion rate?
Mob Museum Unveils FIFA Corruption Exhibit
A new exhibit about FIFA's recent corruption is on display at the Las Vegas museum of contemporary organized crime.
Brady, Goodell Don't Reach Deal; Judge Will Rule On 'Deflategate'
Also, Jane Rosenberg, the sketch artist whose vision of Brady at his first appearance in federal court sparked a flood of commentary, issued a new sketch of the quarterback.
Pennsylvania Falls Short Of Little League World Series Title, But Not To Fans
The Red Land Little League team of Lewisberry, Pa., had an eight-run lead but lost to a team from Tokyo, 18-11. The combined 29 runs set a record for a championship game.
College Sports Scandals Loom Over The Launch Of Football Season
Mike Pesca of Slate's podcast The Gist helps NPR's Rachel Martin assess the damage to college football inflicted by a string of scandals at universities around the country.
Is Football Worth The Brain-Injury Risk? For Some, The Answer Is No
When he killed himself at 50, former NFL player Dave Duerson's brain showed serious damage, likely from hits during his football career. His son now questions the gamble of playing the game.
NHL Hall-Of-Fame Coach Al Arbour Dies At Age 82
The longtime coach of the New York Islanders won four Stanley Cup championships with the team — after winning four as a player.
Tokyo Wins Little League World Series 18-11 Over Pa. Team
In the title game on Sunday in South Williamsport, Pa., the Tokyo team defeated the team from Lewisberry, Pa., 18-11. The Japanese team battled back after being down eight runs in the first inning.
Greensboro Grasshoppers Honor Miss Babe Ruth
The bat dog for the North Carolina minor league baseball team is retiring after nine seasons. This past weekend, Miss Babe Ruth was driven around the field perched on a red convertible.