Beijing Olympic Bid Faces Mixed Local Dissent
In Beijing many residents privately worry about the cost and forced demolition for Olympic facilities yet fear speaking out. Shopkeepers and citizens describe official pressure, while authorities tout benefits like investment, roads and tourism as the bid faces global scrutiny.
IOC prepares for risk reward vote on Beijing Games
In Moscow IOC members near a Friday vote to award the 2008 Summer Games to Beijing amid protests and pressure from human rights groups. Paris Toronto Istanbul and Osaka vie as activists rally across the Moscow River while authorities detain demonstrators outside the IOC center.
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Cubs wait on McGriff trade decision as season nears
Cubs president Andy MacPhail said Fred McGriff is weighing whether to waive his no trade clause for a Cubs deal. McGriff, last with Tampa Bay in Montreal, has family ties in Tampa and is batting .330 with 53 RBIs and 15 homers this season. Chicago remains optimistic he could choose Wrigley Field and a pennant chase.
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Five tied for TPC lead at Senior Players Championship
Tom Watson and Larry Nelson share a five way tie for the first round lead at the Senior Players Championship at the TPC of Michigan. Defending champion Ray Floyd Allen Doyle and Ed Dougherty join the group, the largest first round tie since 1989. Watson, out with elbow surgery, credits improved putting for a 67. Nelson, fatigued after recent wins, hopes steady form returns.
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Capitals land Jaromir Jagr in blockbuster trade
Washington entrepreneur Ted Leonsis bets on Jagr to boost the Capitals and shed D.C.'s hockey-town stigma. The deal frees $20.7 million for two years with Pittsburgh receiving $4.9 million. Fans snapped up 300 season tickets in hours as prices rise. Jagr seeks a new era after 11 seasons with Pittsburgh.
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Local sports briefs outline for weekends activities
Bottomless Lakes hosts a triathlon this Saturday at the transition area with a 0.4K swim 14K bike and 4K run. Check in at 7 30 a.m. for packets numbers and orientation. Fee is 30 per runner. For details call Jan Olesinski 624 8284.
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