Nightshift Sports: Embed from Getty Images The Tour is working its way across France and to the finale down the Champs Elysees in Paris. Get the latest results from the racing in Stage 13, as well as a preview of what to expect in Saturday’s Stage 14, by using our direct link to the official …
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Thatcher on Socialism
“The problem with socialism is that sooner or later you run out of other people’s money…..”
The Nightshift: 14 July 2017
Press Clippings: Embed from Getty Images Good Morning, it’s Friday, 14 July 2017 and this is the morning edition of The Nightshift, the world’s overnight news feed. Today is National Mac and Cheese Day…..perfect time to revisit an American dinner classic. Catch up with what’s going on in the world by reading the front pages of …
The Tour De France: Stage 12
Nightshift Sports: Embed from Getty Images On it rolls, the Tour pushed through Stage 12 today with a change at the top, as Fabio Aru moved past leader Chris Froome into first. Get complete information on today’s changing of the lead, the overall standings, and what to expect in stage 13 by using our direct …
Wimbledon: Day 10 Results, Day 11 Schedule
Nightshift Sports: Embed from Getty Images It was the Women’s day at Wimbledon. Venus Williams is through to the finals; Muguruza is through to the finals; the two will meet for the Women’s Singles Championship on Saturday. For all of the day’s results, background stories, and some of the best photography in sports, use our …
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The Baryshnikov of the Baseline
Nightshift Sports: Roger Federer is working his way toward his 8th Wimbledon Singles title. His longevity and continued excellence in one of the most demanding sports in the world is amazing, but perhaps even more breathtaking is the grace with which he plays–especially at Wimbledon. Federer moves easily, efficiently, and athletically all over the court, …
The Nightshift: 13 July 2017
Press Clippings: Embed from Getty Images Good Morning, it’s Thursday, 13 July 2017 and this is the morning edition of The Nightshift, the world’s overnight news feed. The hot mess in Washington (and New York and Moscow) continues. Would you like fries with that? Good day to answer yes. It’s National French Fry Day. Catch up …
The Tour de France: Stage 11
Nightshift Sports: Embed from Getty Images Marcel Kittel was again unstoppable at The Tour, taking Stage 11 and maintaining his points lead-all the information necessary to get you ready for tomorrow’s Stage 12. Get full information on the Tour and news about upcoming stages by using our direct link to the official Tour de France …
Wimbledon: Day 9 Results, Day 10 Schedule
Nightshift Sports: Embed from Getty Images It was Men’s Quarterfinals day at Wimbledon and, perhaps, the most surprising results of the tournament–on the men’s side–shook up the Men’s Draw. Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray are both out; Djokovic retired after one set with an injury to his elbow. Andy Murray lost in five sets to …
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A Tour Photo Gallery
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