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U.S., McKennie beat cold, Honduras in dominant 3-0 win

U.S., McKennie beat cold, Honduras in dominant 3-0 win

The U.S. beat winless Honduras 3-0 in a World Cup qualifying match. Weston McKennie and Walker Zimmerman had first-half goals to give the U.S. an early spark on a frigid night. Then a fresh Christian Pulisic scored after entering as a second-half sub.
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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All-Star Talbot makes 30 saves, Wild beat Blackhawks 5-0

All-Star Talbot makes 30 saves, Wild beat Blackhawks 5-0

Cam Talbot made 30 saves for his first shutout of the season and the Minnesota Wild beat the Chicago Blackhawks 5-0 on Wednesday night to extended their points streak to 10 games. 
by The Associated Press

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As the Olympics open, China seeks the limelight, but warns against criticism

As the Olympics open, China seeks the limelight, but warns against criticism

As the Winter Olympics begin Friday, China is welcoming the world at a time when Beijing's aggressive foreign policy is creating friction with several other parts of the globe.
by Greg Myre

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Harbaugh to stay at Michigan; Vikings target Rams' O'Connell

Harbaugh to stay at Michigan; Vikings target Rams' O'Connell

Jim Harbaugh will stay at Michigan after all. He has ended his dalliance with a return to the NFL after interviewing with the Minnesota Vikings for their head coach vacancy. The Vikings have targeted Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell for the job instead.
by The Associated Press

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For Colleen Wallin, the grueling, 300-mile Beargrease sled dog race is a family affair

For Colleen Wallin, the grueling, 300-mile Beargrease sled dog race is a family affair

The 2022 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon — covering 300 miles from Duluth to Grand Portage — is officially over. Musher Colleen Wallin, who came in third place, told host Cathy Wurzer why it was one of her most memorable races ever.
by Cathy Wurzer, Kelly Gordon and Alex Cheng

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Washington's NFL team unveils new name as Commanders

Washington's NFL team unveils new name as Commanders

Washington’s NFL team is now known as the Commanders. The new name was unveiled 18 months after the once-storied franchise dropped its old moniker following decades of criticism that it was offensive to Native Americans and under fresh pressure from sponsors.
by The Associated Press

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Ex-Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores accuses NFL of racial discrimination in lawsuit

Ex-Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores accuses NFL of racial discrimination in lawsuit

Flores alleges that the league is "managed much like a plantation" charging that its 32 owners, none of whom are Black, profit from the labor of its players, 70 percent of whom are African American.
by Sharon Pruitt-Young and Jonathan Franklin

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Here are the 7 new Olympic events to watch in Beijing

Here are the 7 new Olympic events to watch in Beijing

The 2022 Winter Olympics are set to begin this week in Beijing, China. And viewers will be able to tune into a series of new events appearing at the Games.
by Jaclyn Diaz

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Tom Brady announces his retirement from the NFL

Tom Brady announces his retirement from the NFL

Widely regarded as the greatest football player of all time, the quarterback is finally calling an end to his history-making 22-year career.
by James Doubek

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