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Russian Oligarchs Foot Most of 2014 Sochi Olympics
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Russian Oligarchs Foot Most of 2014 Sochi Olympics

The mountains of Sochi are now home to Potanin's slope, Gazprom's gondola lift and Sberbank's ski jump. The nicknames used by locals and an army of construction workers leave no doubt about who is paying for the 2014 Winter Games: Russia's business powerhouses. Read »

4 hours ago
Belmont Stakes: Oxbow vs. Orb in the Cards

Belmont Stakes: Oxbow vs. Orb in the Cards

Another year, another Triple Crown hopeful unable to come through. After Oxbow upset Kentucky Derby winner Orb... Read »

5 hours ago
Sweden Wins World Hockey Title

Sweden Wins World Hockey Title

Sweden became the first home team to win the world hockey championships in 27 years, beating Switzerland 5-1... Read »

May 19, 2013
David Beckham Plays Emotional Final Match

David Beckham Plays Emotional Final Match

Never a stranger to the big stage, David Beckham was finally overwhelmed and reduced to tears as he went out in... Read »

May 19, 2013
Sharks Win with Couture's OT Goal, 2-1

Sharks Win with Couture's OT Goal, 2-1

This time, the Sharks were the beneficiaries of some late game calls. Read »

May 19, 2013
Coach K Return to U.S. Team No Longer Ruled Out

Coach K Return to U.S. Team No Longer Ruled Out

Mike Krzyzewski is no longer ruling out a return as coach of the U.S. Olympic men's basketball team. Read »

May 18, 2013
Capital Games

Capital Games

Join us for some Capital Games as we cover the biggest personalities in D.C. sports. Read »

Aug 17, 2012
Redskins Showtime

Redskins Showtime

Get the latest on the Redskins in our special section. Read »

Aug 24, 2012
Red Wings Beat Blackhawks 4-1, Even Series

Red Wings Beat Blackhawks 4-1, Even Series

Damien Brunner and Brendan Smith scored in the second period and the Detroit Red Wings beat the Chicago... Read »

May 18, 2013

Scenes from Preakness Stakes

Celebrities and race fans alike arrived for the 138th Preakness Stakes race. Click to see scenes from the day - and... View »

May 18, 2013
Orb Denied: Oxbow Wins Preakness in Upset

Orb Denied: Oxbow Wins Preakness in Upset

History will have to wait at least one more year. Orb, the Kentucky Derby champion who many hoped would become the... Read »

May 18, 2013
Crosby Leads Penguins to Win Over Senators, 4-3

Crosby Leads Penguins to Win Over Senators, 4-3

Pittsburgh leads the series 2-0 heading into Game 3 on Sunday in Ottawa. Read »

May 18, 2013
Wade Shows Up At Girl's Prom

Wade Shows Up At Girl's Prom

The NBA superstar showed up at Nicole Muxo's prom on Friday. Watch »

May 18, 2013
All Eyes on Orb at 138th Preakness Stakes

All Eyes on Orb at 138th Preakness Stakes

All eyes will be on Orb Saturday afternoon when the champion colt takes his post at the Preakness Stakes... Read »

May 18, 2013
Controversy Over Soccer Lights in Arlington

Controversy Over Soccer Lights in Arlington

A proposal to add powerful new lights to Arlington soccer fields have some residents concerned about the... Watch »

May 17, 2013
N.Y. Jets' Goodson Arrested on Drug, Gun Charges: Police

N.Y. Jets' Goodson Arrested on Drug, Gun Charges: Police

Jets running back Mike Goodson was arrested in New Jersey after state police responding to a 911 call found... Read »

May 17, 2013
Sacramento Mayor: Deal to Sell Kings Has Been Signed

Sacramento Mayor: Deal to Sell Kings Has Been Signed

Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson said Friday that the deal to sell the Kings to a group led by software tycoon... Read »

May 17, 2013
Eagles Player Unloads on IRS

Eagles Player Unloads on IRS

Eagles starting offensive lineman Evan Mathis has never strayed far from controversy even calling fans "idiots" for... Read »

May 17, 2013
Carmelo Anthony scored 28 points to help the Knicks stay alive in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Carmelo Anthony scored 28 points to help the Knicks stay alive in...

The San Antonio Spurs held off a furious final rally to beat the Golden State Warriors 94-82 in Game 6 on... Read »

May 17, 2013
Bruins Beat Rangers in OT, Kings Shock Sharks

Bruins Beat Rangers in OT, Kings Shock Sharks

Brad Marchand scored with 4:20 left in the first overtime and the Boston Bruins beat the New York Rangers 3-2... Read »

May 17, 2013
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