Olympics
2 more Olympic losses for hurting American boxing
Just four days after the U.S. boxing team began the London Olympics with a string of victories and rising medal hopes, only two male fighters are still standing.
US men break U.S.record for 3s in the Olylmpics
The U.S. men's basketball team has broken its Olympic record for 3-pointers in a game, making 14 during a 78-point first half against Nigeria.
Ryan Lochte: Olympic swimmer and unintentional comedian
Though Lochte has emerged victorious in multiple events in the London 2012 games, his comedic stunts are what has garnered the most public attention.
South Africa gets 1st Olympic gold medal in rowing
Three years ago, Sizwe Ndlovu gave up his job as an computer technician in South Africa to pursue an Olympic gold medal in rowing at the London Games. It seemed a far-fetched quest.
Correction: BC-OLY--Ramadan-Olympics story
In a story sent July 20 about Muslim athletes at the Olympics, The Associated Press incorrectly described the Religion News Service as faith-based. The news service covers religious issues and is non-sectarian.
Italy wins Olympic gold at women's foil team event
Elisa Di Francisca won her second fencing gold medal of the London Olympics on Thursday, leading Italy to a 45-31 victory over defending champion Russia in the women's team foil final.
Raisman stoic after losing bronze tiebreaker
Aly Raisman grabbed the sides of her warmup jacket _ at just about the place where a medal would have hung _ and did what she's always done.
For US judo fighter, a journey from pain to gold
Kayla Harrison took her spot atop the medal stand, determined not to cry during the national anthem.
Serena, Venus Williams reach Olympic doubles semis
Venus and Serena Williams were so eager to reach the Olympics semifinals they collided and tumbled to the grass chasing a shot Thursday.
Kromowidjojo wins 100 free with Olympic record
Ranomi Kromowidjojo of the Netherlands won the 100-meter freestyle at the London Olympics on Thursday.
Phelps wins 200 IM for 20th career Olympic medal
Michael Phelps won the 200-meter individual medley Thursday for his first individual gold of the London Games, becoming the first man to win the same indvidual event in three straight Olympics.
Germany wins Olympic gold in women's team sprint
Guo Shuang and Gong Jinjie had just finished a victory lap and started celebrating with officials from the Chinese team when they found out they were not Olympic champions.
LaShawn Merritt's coach: Hamstring now pain free
First a ban. Now a bad leg. Just getting to London has been difficult for LaShawn Merritt.
Azevedo scores 4 in US Olympic water polo win
Captain Tony Azevedo scored four goals _ three in the opening quarter _ and the U.S. men's water polo team beat Britain 13-7 on Thursday to remain undefeated at the London Olympics.
French runner loses legal bid to run in Olympics
Suspended French runner Nordine Gezzar has lost his late legal bid to run on Friday at the London Olympics.
Britain sets record to win Olympic team sprint
Britain broke its own world record set earlier Thursday to win its second straight Olympic gold medal in the men's team sprint.
Clary sets Olympic record to win 200 back
Tyler Clary of the United States passed defending champion Ryan Lochte on the last lap and set an Olympic record to win the 200-meter backstroke at the London Games on Thursday.
US wins women's 8 final for 2nd straight gold
Moments before "The Star-Spangled Banner" resounded across a sun-kissed Dorney Lake, Taylor Ritzel looked at the gold medal hanging around her neck. She shook her head and took a deep breath.
After 6 Olympics, Frolander says goodbye _ for now
This wasn't the finish Lars Frolander envisioned.
Putin, a black belt, watches Olympic judo
He clenched his fists at times, leaned back nervously at others. And when his compatriots won Olympic gold, he leaped from his seat and thrust his arms skyward.
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