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Japanese gymnastics legend Uchimura retires at 33

TOKYO, Japan (AFP) -- Two-time Olympic gymnastics all-around champion Kohei Uchimura has retired aged 33, his management said Tuesday, ending…

Embiid helps Sixers win 7th straight, Hornets sting Bucks again

LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) -- Joel Embiid had 31 points and eight rebounds as the Philadelphia 76ers won their…

Warriors celebrate Thompson’s long-awaited NBA return with win

LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) -- Three-time NBA champion Klay Thompson returned from a 31-month injury absence on Sunday as…

North Korea says US boycott of Beijing ‘insult’ to Olympic spirit

SEOUL, South Korea (AFP) -- North Korea has slammed the US-led diplomatic boycott of February's Beijing Winter Games, state media…

Curry, Durant lead fan voting for NBA All-Star Game

NEW YORK, United States (AFP) -- Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry and Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant led the…

Nets rally to beat Pacers in Irving’s NBA season debut, Mavs stun Warriors

LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) -- Star Brooklyn guard Kyrie Irving scored 22 points in an NBA season debut delayed…

James helps Lakers rally over Kings, Morant catches fire against Cavs

LOS ANGELS, United States (AFP) -- LeBron James made several clutch baskets in the waning minutes of the fourth quarter…

Beijing’s smog woes cast pall over ‘green’ Winter Olympics

BEIJING, China (AFP) - Beijing's air pollution is far below acceptable World Health Organization levels with the Chinese capital a…

Morant catches fire late as Grizzlies ease past Cavaliers

LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) -- Ja Morant scored the go ahead basket with 22 seconds left in the fourth…

Osaka vows to have fun after making winning return from long break

MELBOURNE, Australia (AFP) -- Naomi Osaka said Tuesday that she aims to enjoy herself on court this year as she…

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