When Slang Becomes a Slur
The linguist who testified against the Redskins in their trademark proceedings explains why the team's name can't be separated from historical hatreds.
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Sunday Readings on Media, Sports, and War
Talk shows aren't bringing on Captain Hazelwood to discuss safe shipping. But they still can't get enough of the Hazelwoods of foreign policy. Also, whether the "New York Times paradox" applies to public radio.
The Best Cure for World Cup Heartbreak: Video Games
When England flamed out at the tournament 16 years ago, I turned to EA Sports' FIFA 98 to rewrite history. It may be time to break out the controller again.
A Cord Cutter's Guide to Watching the World Cup
How and where to watch the games for free
Spain's Strange Reign Over Soccer
The championship-winning team is oddly disciplined on the field—and oddly undisciplined off of it. Will that combination work at the World Cup?
The Spelling Bee: America’s Great Racial Freaks-and-Geeks Show
When the public tunes in to see Indian Americans dominate the Scripps competition, is it to cheer for the precocious minority kids—or to gawk at them?
Americana: Wade Stadium, Home of the Huskies
An evening in the ballpark, a look into the sports-in-America beat.
America's Long-Shot Plan to Beat the World Cup's 'Group of Death'
Facing fearsome early-round competition, USA's players work on the mental game.
