Woman soldier restricts her fighting to the ring
2012-03-09 19:03:25
Corporal Romina Marenda of the Italian army never expects to go into combat, apart from meeting another woman in the ring.
LOCOG criticized for venue security
2012-03-09 17:31:28
A British parliamentary watchdog committee was "staggered" that organizers of London Olympics had managed to so dramatically underestimate the number of security guards needed to admit spectators into venues.
Blatter, Brazil promise co-op after spat
2012-03-07 14:08:38
Sepp Blatter and Brazil pledged to mend relations after the FIFA president personally apologized for disparaging remarks about the country's slow progress in preparing for the 2014 World Cup.
AC Milan survives Arsenal onslaught to advance
2012-03-07 11:08:37
AC Milan survived an almighty scare against a rejuvenated Arsenal to scrape into the Champions League quarter-finals 4-3 on aggregate on Tuesday despite being thrashed 3-0 by the London side.
London Olympics to hit revenue target
2012-03-06 11:00:27
Organizers of the London Olympics are set to meet their target of raising 2 billion pounds ($3.2 billion) to help stage the Games this summer.
Brazil runs risk of not hosting 2014 Cup
2012-03-06 10:10:27
A long line of poor communication within the Brazilian government and towards FIFA has caused the country to consider the possibility of losing the privilege to host the 2014 World Cup on Monday.
Chelsea sacks Boas after less than season
2012-03-05 13:59:26
Andre Villas-Boas's tortured spell as Chelsea manager came to an end on Sunday when the Premier League club sacked the Portuguese after less than nine months in charge.
Britons encouraged to be gardeners for Olympics
2012-03-05 11:11:09
London Olympic organizers are asking gardeners to give British athletes some flower power this summer by planting flowers and vegetables in the national colors.
LOCOG step up efforts to stop illegal gambling
2012-03-05 10:19:37
Olympic Organizers will meet betting industry representatives this month to finalize measures to prevent illegal gambling at London 2012.
China's rugby on a roll
2012-03-04 07:53:33
Returning Olympic sport is gaining more popularity, but there is still a long way to go.
Coach says build through youth
2012-03-04 07:53:33
Playing rugby is a good way to help Chinese children learn about teamwork, respect and discipline, said China coach Zhang Zhiqiang.
CBA top four fight for title
2012-03-04 07:52:51
Newcomers and established stars to battle it out for right to play for this season's crown.