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China's recent threat to athletes over free speech in Beijing Winter Olymp
Updated : 4 years, 1 month ago IST
New York [US], January 28 (ANI): Beijing's recent threat of punishment over free speech to the athletes participating in Winter Olympics violates fundamental human rights, said Human Rights Watch following Beijing officials remarks that any behaviour or speech that is especially against the
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Taiwan activists, lawmakers call on govt 'to do more' in boycotting Beijin
Updated : 4 years, 1 month ago IST
Taipei [Taiwan], January 27 (ANI): Activists and lawmakers in Taiwan are asking their government to do more in boycotting the Beijing Winter Olympics.
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What improves distance running performance? Running faster or father? Stud
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Jyvaskyla [Finland], January 27 (ANI): Athletes train hard and work with their coaches to find methods and ways of improving their performance and results. Now, a study, led by the University of Jyvaskyla, has shed some light on how athletes can improve their performance.
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Study finds natural supplements can potentially harm athletes
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Washington [US], January 27 (ANI): A new study has found that nutritional supplements taken to boost athletic performance can pose risks to the heart of athletes.
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Padma Shri award will motivate athletes, says Sumit Antil
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Sonipat (Haryana) [India], January 26 (ANI): Tokyo Paralympics gold medallist Sumit Antil has said the Padma Shri award will not only motivate him but also all the Indian athletes.
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Special Olympics Bharat begins 75-day countdown to Amrit Mahotsav
Updated : 4 years, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], January 25 (ANI): On 22nd January, Special Olympics Bharat, launched the 75-day countdown to the federation's Return To Play - Inclusion Revolution program for athletes with intellectual disabilities (ID). Launched under the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav initiative by the Govern
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Beijing 2022 COVID-19 countermeasures adjusted even as cases of virus emer
Updated : 4 years, 1 month ago IST
Beijing [China], January 25 (ANI): The Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games Organizing Committee (BOCOG) and the Chinese authorities have adjusted the Games' COVID-19 rules, a move that means fewer athletes are likely to be tripped up by positive tests.
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Study explores methods to help reduce injury after successful post-concuss
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Colorado [US], January 23 (ANI): Injuries and concussions are part and parcel of sports, as has been observed over so many years. A new study has examined the efficacy of neuromuscular training (NMT) intervention, which may lead to new treatment approaches and better outcomes for athletes wh
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Ukraine to send 45 athletes to Beijing for Winter Olympics despite West's
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Kyiv [Ukraine], January 22 (ANI): Ukraine will send 45 athletes to Beijing for the 2022 Winter Olympics despite the West's boycott.
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Rights group raises alarm as Beijing's threats to muzzle athletes ahead of
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New York [US], January 21 (ANI): The New York-based Human Rights Watch (HRW) has raised concern about the veiled threats issued by Chinese authorities over freedom of speech ahead of the Beijing Winter Olympics 2022 next month.
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China warns foreign Olympic athletes against speaking out on politics at W
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Beijing [China], January 20 (ANI): A member of China's Olympics organizing committee warned that foreign athletes may face punishment for speech that violates Chinese law at the 2022 Winter Olympic Games, spotlighting concerns about the country's restrictions on political expression.
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MOC sanctions call for assistance from development group shooter Naveen, a
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New Delhi [India], January 20 (ANI): Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports' Mission Olympic Cell on Thrursday approved proposals worth Rs. 6.56 lakh from the Target Olympic Podium Scheme for two development group athletes, 20-year-old pistol shooter Naveen and 17-year-old recurve archer Ridh
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