Lochte, Brazil Police Differ On Robbery; 2 US Swimmers Heading Home:
A decorated American Olympian says he and three of his teammates were robbed at gunpoint.
Pew Research Center: Clinton Has ANarrow Lead:
Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton has a narrow nationwide lead against her Republican rival, Donald Trump, in a four-way match-up that includes third-party candidates, according to a new poll released Thursday.
Louisiana Flood: Worst US Disaster Since Hurricane Sandy:
The catastrophic flood devastating Louisiana is now the worst natural disaster to strike the United States sinceHurricane Sandy four years ago, the Red Cross said.
Which Country Rewards Athletes Best For Olympic Success?:
Olympic athletes shed blood, sweat and tears for the chance to go for gold and bring their country pride once every four years.
On the night that the man with the lightning-bolt pose won yet another historic Olympic gold, let’s remember these appropriate words from famed American author and humorist Mark Twain:
“Thunder is good. Thunder is impressive. But it is lightning that does the work.”
And Usain Bolt was all lightning Thursday night in Rio de Janeiro, winning the 200 meters for a record third time while leaving the rest of the field looking like a backup chorus line.
As has been typical of the greatest sprinter in track history, Bolt again presented his unique mix of thunder and lightning.
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