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FIFA Files Criminal Complaint Over 2018, 2022 Soccer World Cup Bidding

2:41pm November 18, 2014

by Krishnadev Calamur

Soccer's governing body said assets may have been transferred to Switzerland in connection with the bids. Just days ago, FIFA cleared eventual winners Russia and Qatar of corruption.

Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson arrives at the courthouse for an appearance Tuesday in Conroe, Texas. He pleaded no contest in his child abuse case, avoiding jail time.

NFL Suspends Adrian Peterson For At Least Remainder Of 2014 Season

12:06pm November 18, 2014

by Eyder Peralta

Peterson, who pleaded no contest in a child abuse case, said he would appeal the decision. The Players Union, on his behalf, said the punishment was "arbitrary."

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University Turns To E-Sports For New Scholarship Opportunities

9:59pm November 17, 2014

Robert Morris University is recruiting highly skilled League of Legends players for scholarships. Host Robert Siegel talks to Manoush Zomorodi, host of the WNYC podcast New Tech City.

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Lawsuit, Drug Raid Raises Questions About NFL Painkiller Practices

9:59pm November 17, 2014

by Tom Goldman

Federal drug agents searched several NFL medical staffs this weekend, part of an ongoing investigation into alleged prescription drug abuse. Players have also filed a lawsuit about how painkillers are administered by teams.

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Diplomacy Through Cricket? It's All In How You Spin It

9:59pm November 17, 2014

by Philip Reeves

Many attempts have been made by India and Pakistan to ease regional tensions through cricket. But the sport's reputation as the "Gentlemen's Game" is a lie: deceit, betrayal and bare-faced criminality abound.

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Jack Cottle, 22, arrives at court in Kent, where he pleaded guilty to driving a Volkswagen Polo onto the Brands Hatch circuit during a race. Cottle was sentenced to eight months in jail.

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Man Gets 8 Months In Jail After Driving VW Hatchback Onto Race Track

9:35pm November 17, 2014

by Bill Chappell

The prank might represent a daydream of many would-be racers. But it also proved why such dreams should be pursued with both care and the proper equipment.

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In Texas, Amputees Get Their Shot At The 'Sweet Science' Of Boxing

9:00pm November 16, 2014

by David Martin Davies

In San Antonio amputees who aspire to be serious boxers are getting in the ring and competing. Texas became the first state to sanction competitive amputee boxing.

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The Los Angeles Lakers sport "Los Lakers" jerseys each March, for "Noche Latina" games.

Lakers May Be Losing Games, But They're Still Winning Latino Fans

9:00pm November 16, 2014

by Becky Sullivan

The Lakers are the only NBA team with a dedicated Spanish-language TV channel and broadcast crew. And it makes sense: almost half of the 10 million people in LA County are Hispanic.

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The Case For — And Against — Gambling On NBA Games

12:25pm November 16, 2014

Only in Nevada is it legal to bet on games. The NBA commissioner says its time to legalize sports gambling. Slate.com's Mike Pesca talks with NPR's Rachel Martin about the odds of that happening.

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Chicago Dominates The Week In Sports

10:21am November 15, 2014

Jay Cutler's having another rough season with the Bears, while Bulls point guard Derrick Rose can't seem to stay off the injured list. NPR's Scott Simon talks Chicago sports with NPR's Tom Goldman.

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