olympics-2016
Poem: Gold Medal Distraction: Finding Diversion In Olympics Immersion
Though the presidential candidates continue to make news, Erika Fine, Cognoscenti's poet of the political scene, is enjoying a much-needed distraction, courtesy of the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio.
New England Olympian Preview With Investigative Sports Reporter Shira Springer
What New England athletes will be competing at the Olympics in Rio next month?
3 Stories: Johnny Manziel, Olympic Hoops, Marcus Willis
At this point, should Manziel's NFL future be our biggest concern? Also, is the U.S. basketball team doomed at the Olympics without LeBron and Steph? And how did the world's...
Russians Barred From Rio – What’s Next For The Olympics?
Russia’s track athletes are banned from the Rio Olympics. We’ll look at the pushback on sports doping, and the future of the games.
The Road To Rio Is Paved With Broken Promises
On paper, Brazil's Olympic bid appeared magical. In reality, it was a mirage. It’s time for the International Olympic Committee to stop bankrupting countries.
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