Bouchard working butt off in Madrid practice
Genie Bouchard is trying hard. Some wonder if she’s trying too hard. Others admire how hard she’s trying. In the … Continue reading Bouchard working butt off in Madrid practice
A new way to feed Syrian war refugees: supermarkets and cash cards
— by Christopher Johnson and Urban Hamid at Zaatari refugee camp near Daraa, Syria — On the inside, the Tawzeed … Continue reading A new way to feed Syrian war refugees: supermarkets and cash cards
Murray rolls into Dubai quarters over Muller, Sousa
Pliskova, seeded 17th, beats Muguruza to reach Dubai final
“Simona! Simona!” — Halep is fan favorite in Dubai
Halep out-slugs Makarova in thrilling quarter in Dubai
Pilskova beats fellow Czech Safarova to reach Dubai semis
Venus Williams on 16-match win streak in Dubai
Venus Williams began her defense of the Dubai title by beating Swiss teenager Belinda Bencic 6-1, 6-2. She was now … Continue reading Venus Williams on 16-match win streak in Dubai
Djokovic unbeatable in Melbourne
Tennis 2015 begins at Mubadala in Abu Dhabi
Thailand, 10 years after the tsunami
The December 26, 2004 tsunami was one of the worst disasters in history, killing an estimated 220,000 across the Indian … Continue reading Thailand, 10 years after the tsunami
One year after the Maidan revolution
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The cold, bumpy road to war — behind the frontlines in Luhansk, Ukraine
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Life and Death for Kobani, Syria
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Why everyone should vote for the Red Foxes Party in the Ukrainian elections
The Ukrainian elections are very important for the world. There are many political parties. But this is why everyone should … Continue reading Why everyone should vote for the Red Foxes Party in the Ukrainian elections
USA wins FIBA Women’s World Cup 2014 in Turkey
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Spain reaches final of FIBA women’s world cup 2014 in Turkey
packed arenas, exuberant fans at FIBA Women’s World Cup 2014
Turkey thrills home crowd, reaches FIBA women’s world cup semi-finals
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Canada reaches Women’s World Cup quarter-finals before losing to Australia
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Turkey edges Canada 55-44 in FIBA Women’s World Cup battle in Ankara
Sketches of Spain: photo gallery
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USA dominate Serbia 129-92 to win FIBA World Cup 2014 in Madrid, Spain
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France beats Lithuania 95-93 to win bronze at FIBA World Cup in Spain
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USA blows open tight Lithuania game to reach World Cup finals in Spain
by Christopher Johnson in Barcelona — This is becoming predictable. Teams stay with the US for one quarter or maybe … Continue reading USA blows open tight Lithuania game to reach World Cup finals in Spain
photo gallery: USA beats Slovenia 119-76 to reach World Cup semi-finals
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photo essay: A Game in the Life of Jonas Valanciunas, as Lithuania beats Turkey in World Cup quarter-finals
Toronto Raptors center Jonas Valanciunas had 12 points and 13 rebounds to lead Lithuania over Turkey 73-61 in the FIBA … Continue reading photo essay: A Game in the Life of Jonas Valanciunas, as Lithuania beats Turkey in World Cup quarter-finals
Jonas Valanciunas leads Lithuania into FIBA World Cup quarter-finals in Spain
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Slovenia downs Dominican Republic to reach FIBA World Cup quarters
Falling behind early, USA defense shuts down Ukraine 95-71 at FIBA World Cup
When the Ukraine took a 3-2 lead, it looked like the usual slow start for USA. Then Ukraine led 7-2, … Continue reading Falling behind early, USA defense shuts down Ukraine 95-71 at FIBA World Cup
New Zealand ends Finland’s dream at FIBA World Cup in Spain
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USA soars over Dominican Republic 106-71 at FIBA World Cup in Spain
The United States continues to soar at the FIBA World Cup in Spain, winning their 58th straight game with a … Continue reading USA soars over Dominican Republic 106-71 at FIBA World Cup in Spain
Dominican Republic edges Finland at FIBA World Cup 2014 in Bilbao, Spain
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USA does war dance on New Zealand 98-71 at FIBA World Cup in Bilbao
–New Zealand players meant no disrespect when they aped and stuck their tongues out at USA before their third game … Continue reading USA does war dance on New Zealand 98-71 at FIBA World Cup in Bilbao
Down 40-35 at the half, USA out-runs Turkey to win 98-77 at FIBA World Cup
After two games at the FIBA World Cup in Spain, a pattern is emerging. You can beat the United States … Continue reading Down 40-35 at the half, USA out-runs Turkey to win 98-77 at FIBA World Cup
USA blows out Finland 114-55 in first FIBA 2014 World Cup match in Spain
The United States routed Finland 114-55 in their sold-out opening match at the FIBA 2014 World Cup in Bilbao, Spain … Continue reading USA blows out Finland 114-55 in first FIBA 2014 World Cup match in Spain
Record crowds in Montreal, as Radwanksa wins Rogers Cup
The acrobatic Agnieszka Radwanska won the Rogers Cup in Montreal by beating Venus Williams 6-4, 6-2 in the final. “She … Continue reading Record crowds in Montreal, as Radwanksa wins Rogers Cup
Rogers Cup Preview: After four years of rapid rise, can Raonic win in Toronto?
When I first saw an unknown Canadian teenager named Milos Raonic lose 6-4, 6-4 to Rafael Nadal in Japan in … Continue reading Rogers Cup Preview: After four years of rapid rise, can Raonic win in Toronto?
Israeli checkpoints in Palestine, Festival Fascism and Denial of Access
As A.J. Niland and his staff at Huka Entertainment from New Orleans deny journalists access to a festival in … Continue reading Israeli checkpoints in Palestine, Festival Fascism and Denial of Access
FIBA world juniors challenging NCAA as proving ground for NBA draft prospects
PUTTING POTENTIAL OVER ACHIEVEMENT — NBA EXECS GAMBLE ON DRAFT DAY — photos copyright Christopher Johnson — As Kobe Bryant’s … Continue reading FIBA world juniors challenging NCAA as proving ground for NBA draft prospects
“Genuine Genie” Bouchard storms back to win French Open quarter-final
Genie Bouchard from Montreal, Canada stormed from behind to win her quarter-final match in the French Open and advance to … Continue reading “Genuine Genie” Bouchard storms back to win French Open quarter-final
Four players whose NBA draft stock rose at FIBA U19 in Prague last year
Many observers expect Andrew Wiggins, Jabari Parker and Joel Embiid to go in the top three picks of the NBA … Continue reading Four players whose NBA draft stock rose at FIBA U19 in Prague last year
TIME TO GET RESET: an interview with Alec Empire of Atari Teenage Riot
Berlin-based digital hardcore band Atari Teenage Riot launch their radical new album “RESET in Japan, epicenter of their global support … Continue reading TIME TO GET RESET: an interview with Alec Empire of Atari Teenage Riot
Canadian journalist Dave Walker found dead near Angkor Wat’s Gate of Death
— Dave Walker dedicated much of his life to Cambodia. His soul now takes its place among the ancient pantheon … Continue reading Canadian journalist Dave Walker found dead near Angkor Wat’s Gate of Death
For the Raptors, DeMar is DeMan
DeMar is DeMan. When he’s on, the Raptors roar. When he’s down, like he was in Game One against … Continue reading For the Raptors, DeMar is DeMan
Dead on the Dark Side of Japan — Murder at Narita, deaths in detention
A Tokyo court rules that immigration officers used illegal means to restrain an African man who died of suffocation at … Continue reading Dead on the Dark Side of Japan — Murder at Narita, deaths in detention
Let’s face it: WE KNOW ALMOST NOTHING ABOUT MH370
— By Christopher Johnson —- On Friday night, March 7, I was on Koh Chang island on a verandah overlooking … Continue reading Let’s face it: WE KNOW ALMOST NOTHING ABOUT MH370
Business leaders say Thai PM Yingluck losing grip on northeastern stronghold
Touring northern Thailand, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra faces a rebellion from upcountry business leaders and farmers, and a potential decline … Continue reading Business leaders say Thai PM Yingluck losing grip on northeastern stronghold
NAM KHEM: Ten years after the 2004 tsunami, a visit to “Saltwater Village”
Ships remain in a park by a school in Nam Khem village, destroyed by the Dec. 26, 2004 tsunami. — … Continue reading NAM KHEM: Ten years after the 2004 tsunami, a visit to “Saltwater Village”
Alienated Southern Thais vow to keep pressure on Thaksin and government
—- by Christopher Johnson —- “Ek”, a ticket seller at a Surat Thani bus station, was ebullient after his fellow … Continue reading Alienated Southern Thais vow to keep pressure on Thaksin and government
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