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Sports
United States wins gold, breaks record in Olympic swimming relay
The Takeaway
August 11, 2008
Guest: George Vecsey, New York Times sports columnist, in Beijing, China
Arts, Culture & Media
USA vs. England: a World Cup rematch 60 years in the making
The Takeaway
June 11, 2010
Behind the brilliant goal keeping of Frank Borghi, the U.S. was able to pull off one of the greatest upsets in World Cup history, defeating England 1-0 in 1950. Tomorrow, team USA will try and pull off a similar upset.
Sports
A dramatic World Cup weekend
The Takeaway
June 14, 2010
The U.S. managed a shocking 1-1 tie against England when English goalie Robert Green let an easy shot from Clint Dempsey bounce off his hands and into the goal. We talk to George Vecsey, sports columnist for The New York Times.
Sports
US faces off against Algeria in crucial World Cup game
The Takeaway
June 23, 2010
The U.S. team will need a clear win against Algeria if they want to secure their place in the second round. George Vecsey, sports columnist for our partner The New York Times is in South Africa to watch the game.
Sports
Major League Bseball finds controversy at All-Star Game location
The Takeaway
July 12, 2011
Sports
A historic night in baseball
The Takeaway
September 29, 2011
It was one of the most memorable nights in recent baseball history on Wednesday as the New York Yankees faced off against the Tampa Bay Rays and the Boston Red Sox played the Baltimore Orioles.
Sports
World Series Begins in St. Louis Tonight
The Takeaway
October 19, 2011
Sports
Texas Rangers Win Game Four Against Cardinals, Tie Series
The Takeaway
October 24, 2011
Sports
The Legacy of Cardinals Manager Tony LaRussa
The Takeaway
November 01, 2011
Sports
Albert Pujols Signs with Angels
The Takeaway
December 09, 2011