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August 4, 2016 10:03 AM

U.S. women will rule at the Olympics (you can thank Title IX)

American women are poised to win far more medals than any other women's squad in Rio. As part of their relentless rise, they're also expected to outpace the U.S. men.

by Greg Myre

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August 4, 2016 6:13 AM

U.S. Bank Stadium makes its debut with another kind of football

England's Chelsea Football Club beat AC Milan 3-1 before 64,000-plus fans, the first event at the stadium ahead of the NFL season for the Vikings.

by Matt Sepic and Evan Frost

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August 3, 2016 9:31 AM

No dorms for U.S. basketball teams; they'll stay on a cruise ship in Rio

This isn't the first time the U.S. men's basketball team is staying outside the Athletes' Village where most Olympians will be housed in Rio.

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August 1, 2016 12:27 PM

It's no game when athletes take political, social stands

MPR News guest host Marianne Combs spoke Monday with experts about how race, gender and social media play into the conversation over athletes and activism.

by MPR News Staff

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August 1, 2016 11:31 AM

The Australian Olympic team is having a rough week

First, the Australian team's move-in was delayed. Then they had to evacuate because of a fire in their building. Now their delegation head says several items were stolen after they fled from the fire.