Stephen Wade
swade2020.bsky.social
Stephen Wade
@swade2020.bsky.social
7 countries working for The Associated Press. Now Japan. Best definition of politics. The business of who slices the pie — and who gets biggest slices.
The Olympics. 200 member nations. Flags. Nationalism. Intense competition. A grand stage. Sport and politics are twins. There is little separation. George Orwell got it right. He termed sport “war minus the shooting.”
February 9, 2026 at 12:42 AM
Recalling Tommie Smith and John Carlos from the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, who used the Olympics stage to air grievances of Black Americans.
February 8, 2026 at 11:13 PM
“You can always count on Americans to do the right thing — after they've tried everything else.”
— attributed to Winston Churchill
February 7, 2026 at 7:33 AM
How Olympians think about success and failure and what we can learn from them

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How Olympians think about success and failure and what we can learn from them
Olympians can teach us to redefine what it means to be successful. They face daily setbacks and have to learn to deal with coming up short.
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January 14, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Life begins at 59 for the globe's oldest professional soccer player

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Life begins at 59 for the globe's oldest professional soccer player
He turns 59 in February, and the globe’s oldest professional soccer player has a new club as he gets set for his 41st season.
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December 31, 2025 at 4:53 AM
AP Exclusive: China threatens detention in Xinjiang over banned Uyghur songs

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AP Exclusive: China threatens detention in Xinjiang over banned Uyghur songs
Authorities in China's Xinjiang region are threatening to detain residents over downloading, listening to and sharing Uyghur-language songs they consider sensitive.
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December 29, 2025 at 1:30 PM
FIFA. Ticket prices extortionate. FIFA being FIFA. Havelange. Blatter. Infantino. Same operation. This is a Cup for the wealthiest 1%.
December 5, 2025 at 11:41 AM
A supersized World Cup field begins taking shape at Friday's draw

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A supersized World Cup field begins taking shape at Friday's draw
The World Cup draw takes place Friday, featuring four debuting teams: Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan and Uzbekistan.
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December 5, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Toyota deepens connections in F1 by sponsoring Haas team in 2026

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Toyota deepens connections in F1 by sponsoring Haas team in 2026
The Haas Formula 1 team will get a new name next season, further showcasing its relationship with Japanese automaker Toyota.
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December 4, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Olympic gold-medalist Rowdy Gaines has tips for older swimmers, or if you're returning to the pool

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Olympic gold-medalist Rowdy Gaines has tips for older swimmers, or if you're returning to the pool
If you’re an older swimmer or returning to the pool after years away, few are more qualified than Rowdy Gaines to guide your workouts.
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November 17, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits

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Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits
Backward walking, also known as retro walking or reverse walking, adds variety to an exercise routine.
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October 15, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Schauffele wins in Japan, the country where his mother grew up and where he has many connections

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Schauffele wins in Japan, the country where his mother grew up and where he has many connections
This may not have been Xander Schauffele’s most prestigious tournament victory, but it should be the American’s most memorable.
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October 12, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Cold-water immersion may offer health benefits -- and also presents risks

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Cold-water immersion may offer health benefits -- and also presents risks
Claims about the benefits of cold-water immersion date back centuries. Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, wrote toward the end of his life about using a cold fo...
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October 7, 2025 at 2:29 AM