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Zhang sets Asian Games record with seven golds — 2dChina’s Zhang Zhanshuo made history with seven swimming golds at the Asian Games, while Japan’s 17-year-old Shin Ohashi broke the men’s 200-meter breaststroke world record. The Games have also faced complaints from teams about inadequate athlete accommodations and late shuttle buses.

Ohashi Sets 200m Breaststroke World Record, Wins Gold — 1dJapan's 17-year-old Shin Ohashi won Asian Games gold in 2:04.83 on Sept. 24, 2026, breaking Qin Haiyang's 2:05.48 world record and becoming first under 2:05.

Jared Kim Qin Haiyang's record lasted only a short time, but this 2:04.83 swim looks like it could stand for years.

Yu Wins Third Asian Games Gold, Sets Record — 4dChina's 13-year-old swimming sensation Yu Zidi extended her Asian Games dominance with multiple golds and world-leading times, including record-breaking performances in the women's 200m medley and other events. The Nagoya-Aichi Games also featured the first known doping case, as Thailand's Pitchamon Opatniputh tested positive for furosemide, alongside tight finishes and notable results across swimming and badminton.

13-year-old Yu Zidi leads Asian Games butterfly heats — 6d13-year-old Yu Zidi won Asian Games 200m butterfly gold in 2:05.08, a reported Games record. She is the youngest world championships swimming medallist ever and beat Regan Smith in March.

Maya Lindstrom Japan grabbing the first triathlon gold gives the home fans an early reason to cheer.

Jesse Owens Wins Four Golds at Berlin OlympicsSports — FROM 1936American track star takes 100m gold on day one of the Games.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Inside Trump’s Phone Call With Gold-Winning USA Hockey Team — Feb 23, 2026After an unforgettable 2–1 overtime thriller against Canada in the Olympic gold medal game, the U.S. men’s hockey team erupted in celebration. Forty-six years after the Miracle on Ice, Team USA reclaimed gold — and the…

Scotland wins first Glasgow 2026 gold 200m IM — Jul 24, 2026Duncan Scott claimed Scotland's first gold at Glasgow 2026 in the 200m individual medley, edging to victory with a Commonwealth Games record of 1:56.38 as the home crowd roared support. The win boosts Team Scotland's momentum and cements Scott as one of the country’s most decorated Commonwealth Games athletes, with Lewis Clareburt silver and Tom Dean bronze in the race.

England Wins Glasgow 2026 Powerlifting Gold — Jul 24, 2026England's Olivia Broome won bronze in the lightweight para powerlifting at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, while Mark Swan claimed Team England's first gold of Glasgow 2026 with a 222kg lift to beat Nigeria's Roland Ezuruike as Bonnie Bunyau Gustin took bronze.

Jason Kelce’s Wife Told Him to Be on His ‘Best Behavior’ Around Taylor Swift at Chiefs Game, His Response to Her was GoldReporting — Jan 25, 2024If you watched the NFL playoff game Sunday between the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs, then you probably saw a shirtless Jason Kelce celebrating his brother’s touchdown. If you missed it, here’s a quick recap…

Patel Blasted For Partying With US Hockey Team — Feb 23, 2026The optics of seeing the director of the FBI chugging celebratory beers with the U.S. Olympic hockey team after winning the gold hasn’t set well with some. FBI Director Kash Patel was on hand for the final game, where…

Trump Offers to Sit for Super Bowl Interview After Biden Declines One: ‘Ratings Gold!’Reporting — Feb 5, 2024With the current president sitting out of the traditional Super Bowl interview, his predecessor is offering to “replace” him. On Sunday, it was reported President Joe Biden would not sit for pre-game interview. And…

Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

Young Gold Medalist Dead at 29, Killed on Property Owned by Fellow ChampionReporting — Jun 12, 2023BMX rider and X Games medalist Pat Casey was killed in a motorcycle stunt at a private track in Ramona, California, on Tuesday. The 29-year-old was trying a jump around 2:30 p.m. at Slayground Motocross Park, which is…

Drake Lindsey Leads Minnesota Past Akron 41-7 — 6dThe Minnesota Golden Gophers cruised to a 41-7 victory over Akron, anchored by a dominant defense and a productive passing game led by Drake Lindsey with 204 yards and three touchdowns. With leading rusher Darius Taylor out, Minnesota showcased balance in the second half and heads into Big Ten play against Washington, while Akron struggled with penalties and injuries and multiple turnovers.

Derek Foss Minnesota needs to carry this balance into the Washington game if they want to stay competitive in the Big Ten.

Rams Unveil Two Throwback-Inspired Uniforms for 2026Sports — Jul 23, 2026The Los Angeles Rams unveiled two new alternate uniforms for the 2026 season: the Classic Sol gold jersey with white pants inspired by the 1951 championship, and the Fearsome White white-and-royal kit paying homage to the Fearsome Foursome era. The team outlined how these looks will be worn on specific 2026 games and noted ongoing throwback-inspired elements across their wardrobe.

Packers lose Reed and Bako-Bewele to injuries on opening drive — 5dGreen Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed was carted off with a scary injury on the Jets game’s second play, with initial indications of a neck injury and him being placed on a backboard before leaving the field. The situation comes after Reed’s injury-plagued 2025 season, and despite that history, he signed a three-year, roughly $50 million extension that keeps him in Green Bay through 2029 as the team views him as a key offensive piece alongside Christian Watson and Matthew Golden.

Dana Whitfield Reed's neck scare on the second play is a brutal way to open the season, especially after that big extension.

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Georgia Sets NCAA Soccer Attendance Record at Sanford Stadium — Aug 19, 2026The University of Georgia's women's soccer team set the NCAA attendance record for any college soccer match, drawing 25,433 fans at Sanford Stadium for a 6-0 win over James Madison, shattering the previous marks and coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the 1996 Olympic gold-medal game. The event featured Kirby Smart in attendance, free admission for fans, and highlighted Sanford Stadium's rarity for a soccer showcase amid Georgia's season-opening performance.

Taylor's game-winning shot lifts Sky past Valkyries — Aug 22, 2026Sydney Taylor, an undrafted rookie for the Chicago Sky, has emerged as a clutch contributor this season, delivering multiple game-winning shots against the Golden State Valkyries and sparking a late-season push for Chicago. Her rapid rise comes as the Sky rebuild around new core pieces, while the Valkyries face questions after suffering a critical loss that underscored their own inconsistencies.

Mystics End Valkyries Nine-Game Streak 90-82 — Jul 21, 2026The Washington Mystics rallied from a late 3:32 remaining deficit to defeat the Golden State Valkyries 90-82, ending the Valkyries’ nine-game streak as Kiki Iriafen poured in 23 points and 12 rebounds and Shakira Austin added 15 points and 15 rebounds in a decisive 17-2 finish. The comeback was fueled by size-based adjustments in the paint and key contributions from Kaitlyn Chen, with a physical late game including a technical foul on Cotie McMahon, and Washington shooting 51.9% overall to seal the win.

Golden Knights sign 23-year-old Bowman to six-year extension — Sep 10, 2026The Vegas Golden Knights signed forward Braeden Bowman to a six-year, $20.4 million extension with a $3.4 million AAV, beginning in the 2027-28 season, locking in Bowman as a core part of the roster after an impressive rookie campaign. Bowman, undrafted and 23, showed promise across 54 NHL games and a strong AHL showing with Henderson, signaling the team’s belief he can be an everyday player moving forward.

Marcus Bell Glad they rewarded his AHL production and kept him in the fold instead of letting him test the market later.

Mahomes says rehab goal was walking before his daughter's first steps — Sep 4, 2026Patrick Mahomes suffered ACL and MCL injuries in the Week 15 game against the Chargers and underwent surgery, but is on track to return for Week 1 against the Broncos after a rapid rehab. He used walking before his 11-month-old daughter Golden as a central motivation for his recovery, a detail highlighted by Chiefs personnel and reported across outlets.

Jared Kim Recovering that fast from ACL/MCL surgery is wild, hope the Chiefs don't rush him back too soon just because he feels ready.

Liberal University’s LGBT ‘Pride Day’ Football Game Goes Horribly Wrong When Christian Powerhouse Rolls into TownOpinion — Oct 10, 2022Ever yell at someone on the phone or troll them online, only to meet them in person and discover that they’ve got 15 years and 30 pounds on you and held the New York Metro Golden Gloves title three years running? I…