olympics
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After Winning Olympic Silver, Shot-Putter Raven Saunders Protests on the Podium for ‘All People Who Are Oppressed’
The 25-year-old threw up an 'X' with her arms to recognize 'the intersection of where all people who are oppressed meet.'
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Simone Biles to Compete in Balance Beam Final at Tokyo Olympics
The four-time Olympic gold medalist withdrew from five Olympic events, citing mental health concerns.
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Jamaican Sprinter Elaine Thompson-Herah Sets New Olympic Record in the Women’s 100 Meters
Florence Griffith Joyner's long-standing record 10.62 was edged out by Thompson Herah's 10.61.
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Simone Biles Withdraws From Uneven Bars and Vault Finals at Tokyo Olympics
Biles continues to focus on her mental health first, which will always be the right decision.
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Meet Patrick Moster, the German Cycling Coach Who Got Booted From the Olympics for Being a Racist-Ass Racist
The German Cycling Federation’s sporting director was caught on a microphone yelling "Get the camel drivers!"
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Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher Apparently Don’t Know the Meaning of Water Nor Soap. They Are Not Alone. I Haz Questions
Apparently being nasty out here, as a general rule, is just something folks are OK doing.
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Simone Biles Thanks Fans for Helping Her Realize She’s More Than Her Accomplishments
The four-time Olympic gold medalist withdrew from Thursday’s individual all-around competition, citing mental health concerns.
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Let’s Talk About Mental Health
Simone Biles' refusal to participate in the Olympic individual all-around competition isn't a sign of weakness. It's a declaration of strength.
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Costa Rican Gymnast Luciana Alvarado Puts On for the Culture With Black Lives Matter Tribute at Tokyo Olympics
The 18-year-old Costa Rican made sure her first trip to the Olympics would include a powerful statement.
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Simone Biles Pulls Out of Team Gymnastics Final, Naomi Osaka Suffers Shocking Loss In 3rd Round of Tokyo Olympics [Updated]
Two of the best in their respective sports had a rough go on Tuesday.