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Everything to Know About the WNBA Star in Russian CustodyAs negotiations for Brittney Griner’s release continue, a Russian court has set a date for her appeal.

By Olivia Truffaut-Wong and Bindu Bansinath

sports Sept. 28, 2022

What Exactly Is Going on With That Disgraced Celtics Coach?Ime Udoka’s suspension over inappropriate relations with a fellow staffer leaves his team and the public with questions.

By Claire Lampen

culture Sept. 25, 2022

Rihanna is Going to Make Us All Watch the Super BowlThe singer will headline the 2023 Super Bowl Halftime Show.

By Olivia Truffaut-Wong

next act Sept. 3, 2022

Serena’s ChoiceWatching her, I want to retire and begin again over and over.

By Camonghne Felix

serena williams Aug. 30, 2022

Serena Williams Told a Story With Her U.S. Open OutfitAnd decked it out with diamonds fit for a queen.

By Danya Issawi

goat Aug. 9, 2022

Serena Williams Announces Her Retirement From TennisIn a Vogue essay, she says she plans to step away from the sport after the U.S. Open wraps next month.

By Claire Lampen

sports! July 19, 2022

I Rock Climb to Prove I Can Do Hard ThingsI feel apocalypse-ready — and not a moment too soon.

By Andrea Bartz

tennis July 11, 2022

This Little Red Hat Caused a Lot of Drama at WimbledonTennis purists are not happy about Nick Kyrgios violating the all-whites dress code.

By Danielle Cohen

keeping up with the royals July 11, 2022

This Little Businessguy Is Back on His GrindPrince George attended an extra-sweaty Wimbledon in a suit and tie.

By Claire Lampen

brittney griner July 11, 2022

WNBA All-Stars Pay Tribute to Brittney GrinerPlayers wore jerseys with the detained basketball star’s name and number.

By Bindu Bansinath

sports! July 6, 2022

What Was Prince William Mumbling at Wimbledon?Some people think they saw him drop a royal F-bomb.

By Claire Lampen

5 questions with… June 22, 2022

Who Is Watching Bowling and Darts Over Women’s Soccer?Olympic gold medalist Alex Morgan on her fighting for — and winning — equal treatment from the U.S. Soccer Federation.

By Brittany Loggins

sports June 22, 2022

World Swimming Just Issued a Blow to Trans AthletesThe organization banned transgender female athletes from competing in women’s events unless they transitioned before the age of 12.

By Danielle Cohen

figure skating June 7, 2022

Olympic Figure Skaters Will Now Need to Be 17 to CompeteFollowing Kamila Valieva’s doping scandal, the International Skating Union is raising the age requirement.

By Bindu Bansinath

sports! May 26, 2022

This Advice from Elite Runners Will Inspire Even Non-RunnersRunning advice for your entire life.

By Bindu Bansinath

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What to Know About the Pay Gap in College SportsAnd how female college athletes are balancing entrepreneurship with sports.

are u coming? Apr. 1, 2022

Who Let the Hogs Out?Only March Madness could make grown men squeal like this.

By Brock Colyar

ambition Mar. 29, 2022

The Truth About Being a Woman in Sports BroadcastingA conversation with Malika Andrews, Jenny Taft, and Colleen Wolfe.

By Sangeeta Singh-Kurtz

culture Mar. 13, 2022

Naomi Osaka Continues to Show Vulnerability on the CourtWatch Osaka’s response to a heckling incident that brought her to tears.

By Olivia Truffaut-Wong

russian invasion Mar. 8, 2022

A Russian Gymnast Wore a Pro-War Symbol on the PodiumWhile standing next to the Ukrainian gold medalist.

By Danielle Cohen

media Mar. 2, 2022

The New York Times Mixed Up Serena and Venus Williams“No matter how far we come, we get reminded that it’s not enough,” Serena wrote.

By Danielle Cohen

sports Feb. 22, 2022

The U.S. Women’s Soccer Team Will Finally Get Fair PayThe U.S. Soccer Federation has agreed to negotiate equal salaries for the men’s and women’s teams.

By Danielle Cohen

but why Feb. 20, 2022

Is an Olympic Medal Worth a Frozen Penis?A cross-country skier said his penis was “a little bit frozen” after a race.

By Olivia Truffaut-Wong

2022 winter olympics Feb. 17, 2022

Stop Asking Why America Doesn’t Win Olympic Medals in Women’s-Singles SkatingThat isn’t the question we should be trying to answer.

By Gracie Gold

2022 winter olympics Feb. 17, 2022

A Russian Skater Won Olympic GoldBut not the one whom everyone expected.

By Mia Mercado

2022 winter olympics Feb. 16, 2022

Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski Said It All With Their SilenceThe two gave little commentary during Kamila Valieva’s performance after her positive drug test.

By Mia Mercado

engagements Feb. 15, 2022

Simone Biles Is EngagedShe and NFL player Jonathan Owens have been together since 2020.

By Bindu Bansinath

2022 winter olympics Feb. 15, 2022

This Is Why You Don’t Let Mascots TalkBing Dwen Dwen’s voice is not what you’d expect.

By Mia Mercado

olympics 2022 Feb. 14, 2022

Sha’Carri Richardson Weighs In on the Olympic Doping Scandal“The only difference I see is I’m a black young lady,” she said in reference to her own suspension for cannabis.

By Danielle Cohen

sports! Feb. 14, 2022

No One Had More Fun at the Super Bowl Than Martha StewartHer weekend involved caviar, Guy Fieri, puppies, and Drake.

By Danielle Cohen

olympic gold Feb. 14, 2022

Russian Figure Skater Kamila Valieva Can Still CompeteAfter failing a drug test, the Olympic skater will still participate in her events, but won’t be able to accept a medal.

By Olivia Truffaut-Wong

$$$ Feb. 13, 2022

Does Larry David Know What Crypto Is?He’s cryptocurrency’s next big spokesperson, apparently.

By Olivia Truffaut-Wong

2000s Feb. 13, 2022

2000s Nostalgia Won The Super Bowl HalftimeDr. Dre, Mary J. Blige, 50 Cent, Eminem, and Snoop Dogg took us back to 2003.

By Olivia Truffaut-Wong

super bowl lvi Feb. 13, 2022

North and Saint West Took Their Dad to the Super BowlYe took a break from Instagram for the Big Game.

By Olivia Truffaut-Wong

the olympics Feb. 13, 2022

The Best Moments From the 2022 Winter Olympics So FarA gold medal for Nathan Chen, a new oily flag bearer, a Jesus Christ Superstar medley, and more.

By Danielle Cohen

power Feb. 11, 2022

U.S. Ski & Snowboard Investigating Allegations of Sexual Misconduct and RacismFormer Olympian Callan Chythlook-Sifsof accused a coach of sexual misconduct and said another snowboarder routinely used the N-word around her.

By Bindu Bansinath

2022 winter olympics Feb. 10, 2022

Nathan Chen Is Not Playing AroundHe just won gold!

By Erica Schwiegershausen and Mia Mercado

2022 winter olympics Feb. 8, 2022

5 Skip Jumpers Were Disqualified For Loose Suits — All Were WomenSome athletes are questioning the regulations.

By Olivia Truffaut-Wong

power Feb. 8, 2022

What We Know About the Disappearance of Peng ShuaiAfter accusing a top Chinese government official of sexual assault, the tennis star’s well-being has become the source of international concern.

By Bindu Bansinath

2022 winter olympics Feb. 4, 2022

The Olympics Are Off to an Ominous StartThis year’s Winter Games take place against a backdrop of human-rights violations and looming international conflict.

By Claire Lampen

2022 winter olympics Feb. 4, 2022