Olympics
Johnny Weir Will Be Fabulous (Hint, Hint) in Russia
Jezebel reports that Coatesville homeboy Johnny Weir will be commenting on the Russian Olympics for NBC—despite Russia’s recent passing of anti-gay laws.
Philly’s Olympics Hopes Are Gathering Steam
Oh, so we’re actually serious about pursuing the the 2024 Olympics for Philadelphia? Appatently so: The Philadelphia Business Journal reports that Sen. Bob Casey has […]
Philly Should Absolutely Not Try to Host the 2024 Olympics
The year is 2024. Some swimmer (who’s, like, eight years old now) has become America’s latest Olympic hero. Five gymnasts (who are five now) brought […]
Philly May Bid On 2024 Olympics. Because We Have The Money, Apparently.
6ABC reports that Mayor Nutter has sent a letter to the United States Olympic Committee, expressing Philadelphia’s interest in hosting the 2024 Olympics. “The Philadelphia region […]
Blade-Runner Oscar Pistorius Granted Bail
Despite casting doubt on the case of double amputee Olympian Oscar Pistorius, Magistrate Desmond Nair has granted bail to the accused murderer. “The defense has […]
Nutter Won’t Commit Philly To 2024 Olympics Bid
The U.S. Olympics Committee is soliciting bids to host the 2024 Summer Olympics, but Mayor Michael Nutter isn’t so sure Philadelphia will be making the […]
Detective Calls Oscar Pistorius “Flight Risk.” Really.
Oscar Pistorius, the South African Olympian “blade runner” under arrest for the murder of his girlfriend, has been deemed a “flight risk” by a detective […]
Russian Coach: Olympics Dropping Wrestling Is a Gay Conspiracy
With the exception of dressage, is there any Olympic sport gayer than wrestling?
5 Sports That Should Be in the Summer Olympics
After nearly 2800 years, wrestling is no longer an Olympic sport. Yesterday, the International Olympic Committee dropped wrestling for the 2020 Olympics. This was shocking, […]
Wrestling Dropped From Olympics, Ending Games’ Tradition of Sweaty Homoeroticism
AP: “IOC leaders dropped wrestling from the Olympic program on Tuesday, a surprise decision that removes one of the oldest Olympic sports from the 2020 […]
VIDEO: Michael Phelps Sinks a 150-Foot Putt
Since retiring from being the best at the Olympics, Michael Phelps has done what everyone in retirement does: picked up golf. Why should you care? […]
Springsteen’s Daughter Buys Gold Medal-Winning Horse
Jessica Springsteen—The Boss’ 20-year-old daughter—is reportedly the proud new owner of a gold medal-winning horse. Murka’s Vindicat W is a 10-year-old gelding that helped Peter […]
Middle-Aged Woman Confesses: I Adore the Spice Girls
I’m so ashamed. My secret obsession has been revealed. I must now face the scorn and ridicule of my family. It went down like this: […]
London Olympics Were the Most-Watched Event in U.S. History
NBC is pretty happy with itself following the 2012 London Games, especially now that it’s been announced that this year’s Olympics were the most-watched event […]
Olympians from Pennsylvania and Jersey Bring Home 28 Medals (16 Gold)
Sunday night, the Spice Girls and Russell Brand officially brought the 2012 London Games to a close. After 17 days of competition, the United States […]