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Vikings add more TVs, escalators to new stadium plans
The Minnesota Vikings Friday unveiled new upgrades Friday for the new $1 billion stadium. The team said it will pay to more than double the TVs inside the stadium and add escalators to the current design.
Kevin Love trade may bring another player who hates it here
These are tough times for the self-esteem of Minnesota Timberwolves fans. Kevin Love can’t get himself out of town fast enough and he probably won’t even pause long enough to say “see ya,” when he’s finally traded. It would be refreshing if whomever is coming here would be excited as all getout to play in…
Civil rights organizer Clyde Bellecourt reacts to Redskins trademark ruling
Clyde Bellecourt, a White Earth Ojibwe civil rights organizer, and co-founder and director of the American Indian Movement, joins The Daily Circuit to talk about his reaction to the ruling.
Not only is this bad for all-around athletic development, argues Epstein, it raises the chances these young athletes will get injured.
Is the World Cup a ‘guy thing’?
Things were hopping at the Dubh Linn Irish Brew Pub in Duluth yesterday when the U.S. beat Ghana in yesterday’s World Cup match. Check the picture. One woman. This video from Lonny Goldsmith at Brit’s Pub in downtown Minneapolis also suggests a testosterone-heavy clientele. More women seemed represented in Kansas City. But mostly guys. Chicago.…
Find all the latest information on the Ghana-U.S. World Cup game.
North Star Grand Prix finale has uphill climb to finish line
The North Star Grand Prix race in Stillwater last Sunday is considered the grand finale of the six-stage North Star Grand Prix, and puts riders to the test with the 24 percent grade climb up Chilkoot Hill. The women's race climbs the hill 14 times, the men's race 23 times.
Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn dies of cancer at 54
Gwynn's sweet left-handed swing made him one of San Diego's best-loved athletes. He was nicknamed "Mr. Padre" during his 20-year major league career.
Team USA 101: The 5 things you should know before the World Cup game today
So, a friend has invited you over for a World Cup watching party on Monday when Team USA faces Ghana. Seems like a cool idea, but, truth is, you only pay attention to soccer every four years. No worries. We have your back. Here's a guide with five basics you need to know to enjoy the beautiful game.