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What Olympic athletes see that viewers don’t: Machine-made snow makes ski racing faster and riskier – and it’s everywhere
What Olympic athletes see that viewers don’t: Machine-made snow makes ski racing faster and riskier – and it’s everywhere Machine-made snow is increasingly used at Olympic venues, making ski racing faster and riskier, but also changing the sport’s dynamics. Athletes are adapting to machine-made snow by adjusting their technique, preparing skis differently, and relying on […]
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Has Little Caesars Arena boosted economic activity in Detroit? We looked at hotel and short-term rental industry data to find out
Has Little Caesars Arena boosted economic activity in Detroit? We looked at hotel and short-term rental industry data to find out Little Caesars Arena’s impact on Detroit’s economy was studied using hotel and short-term rental industry data, which showed a significant increase in lodging industry growth coinciding with the arena’s opening in 2017. The study […]
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From ski jumps and sliding bobsleds to engineering snow, here are 5 essential reads on the science of the Winter Olympics
From ski jumps and sliding bobsleds to engineering snow, here are 5 essential reads on the science of the Winter Olympics The 2026 Winter Olympics will feature unique laws of physics at play, such as gravity, lift, and drag, which govern sports like ski jumping and sliding bobsleds. Mathematics also plays a role in the […]
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Broncos say their new stadium will be ‘privately financed,’ but ‘private’ often still means hundreds of millions in public resources
Broncos say their new stadium will be ‘privately financed,’ but ‘private’ often still means hundreds of millions in public resources The Denver Broncos’ new stadium will be “privately financed,” but this term often still means hundreds of millions in public resources are involved. Private financing arrangements can mask public dollars, making projects appear more enticing […]
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Tennis is set for a ‘Battle of the Sexes’ sequel – with no movement behind it
Tennis is set for a ‘Battle of the Sexes’ sequel – with no movement behind it Tennis’ upcoming “Battle of the Sexes” event between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios has sparked controversy, with critics arguing that it may not be a meaningful representation of equality in sports. The event has been criticized for its modified […]
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George Plimpton’s 1966 nonfiction classic ‘Paper Lion’ revealed the bruising truths of Detroit Lions training camp
George Plimpton’s 1966 nonfiction classic ‘Paper Lion’ revealed the bruising truths of Detroit Lions training camp George Plimpton’s 1966 nonfiction classic “Paper Lion” revealed the harsh realities of Detroit Lions training camp, where he went undercover as a rookie quarterback to write about his experience. Plimpton, a writer and Paris Review editor, convinced the team […]
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YouTube TV, ESPN, and Disney: the latest on the blackout that’s now over
YouTube TV, ESPN, and Disney: the latest on the blackout that’s now over Disney and YouTube have reached an agreement to bring back ESPN and over 20 other Disney-owned channels on YouTube TV, ending a two-week blackout. Google had accused Disney of trying to raise prices for its customers to boost its own Hulu + […]
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Allen Iverson’s 2001 Sixers embodied Philly’s brash, gritty soul − and changed basketball culture forever
Allen Iverson’s 2001 Sixers embodied Philly’s brash, gritty soul − and changed basketball culture forever The Philadelphia 76ers are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their legendary 2001 team, which embodied the city’s brash and gritty soul and changed basketball culture forever. The team will honor the 2001 season through various means, including the return of […]
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YouTube TV, ESPN, and Disney: the latest on the blackout
YouTube TV, ESPN, and Disney: the latest on the blackout ESPN, ABC, Nat Geo, and over 20 other Disney-owned channels went dark on YouTube TV due to a contract dispute between Google and Disney. Google accuses Disney of trying to raise prices for its customers to boost its own Hulu + Live TV and Fubo […]
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Cleveland Guardians’ pitchers indicted for rigging online bets
Cleveland Guardians’ pitchers indicted for rigging online bets Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have been indicted on charges of rigging online bets, including wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy. The two pitchers allegedly agreed to throw specific types and speeds of pitches in exchange for bribes and kickback payments, with unnamed […]
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