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Entries for April, 2010

US Gets Bronze Gymnastics Medal; China Loses Theirs

The Chinese gymnast team lost their team bronze medal from 2000; the US team, initially placing fourth, now have the bronze medal.

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IOC President Samaranch dies at 89

Former IOC President Juan Antonio Samaranch died at age 89 on Tuesday.

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Luge Track Should Be Safer in 2014

Olympic planners hope to make the luge track safer for Sochi in 2014.

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Sign Up for London 2012 Ticket Information

London 2012 tickets go on sale in 2011, but you can sign up to receive updates now (via email) so you won’t forget later.

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Missed the Paralympics? See the Highlights

If you missed the Paralympics and live in the USA, NBC is going to air a 90-minute highlight show tomorrow, April 10th, from 3:30-5 PM EST. Central and Mountain times usually are a little different, so you might want to check out your schedule to find out the details.
If you live in the USA, [...]

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Evolution of Bobsled

Bobsled has evolved over time. Take a look at this photo series.

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Natalie Coughlin

Natalie Coughlin is an accomplished swimmer that enjoys cooking.

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How Will The Worldwide Recession Affect Future Olympics?

Brazil may have difficulty funding their Olympics. Perhaps a return to the Austerity Olympics is in order?

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2012 London Games Concerned about Budget

The British government is concerned about cost overruns for the 2012 London Olympics.

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2008 Beijing Olympics

The 2008 Beijing Olympics were memorable, but they had their controversies.

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