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China opens Games

China celebrating its first-time role as Olympic host today with a stunning display -- topped by the unworldly sight of a flying gymnast, traversing the heights of the stadium to light the flame and begin the Summer Games.

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More on Giles
CHICAGO -- When Brian Giles nixed a chance to go to the Sox today -- before the 1:30 p.m. deadline to make a deal --...
Reiss's Pieces
patriots blog
Bill Belichick follow-up
Bill Belichick talks about the decision to defer the opening coin toss, which he envisions being commonplace; also touches on Brett Favre and the Patriots' young linebackers.
Zero hour in Tiananmen Square
(Text by Patty Wen / Globe Staff) If there is any doubt that the Olympics is synonymous with patriotism here in Beijing, one only...
Boston Dirt Dogs
MANNYGATE
Was baseball blindsided by a Scott Boras sting operation to get Manny's options dropped?...
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at the pga championship
The oldest of golf stories continues
BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- Though it's not as severe as the torrential rain that nearly turned Oakland Hills Country Club into another great lake...
Touching all the Bases
Manny moments
Manny Ramirez was an enigma wrapped in a riddle wrapped in a size XXXL uniform. But this much cannot be debated: It was an absolute treat to watch him hit a baseball for 7 1/2 years here.
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Kristine Lilly far from Beijing, dealing with other kicks
For those of you wondering where Kristine Lilly has been lately, the short answer is Brookline -- not China. While her longtime US Women's National...
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Gone fishin'
On special assigment to track down the elusive Craig Grebeck. Will return Aug. 18....
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Kobe to Italy?
BEIJING – If Italy comes knocking with big money next summer, the NBA could lose its biggest star in Kobe Bryant. When asked by The...
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Providence schedule released
Following is Providence's 2008-09 schedule. Tickets will be available for purchase on Aug. 18 through Ticketmaster, www.providencebruins.com, or (401) 273-5000. October Wed. 8 Lowell Devils...
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Super 8: Play-in losers play on
The MIAA Board of Directors voted to allow the losers of the Super 8 play-in games to participate in their divisional tournaments.
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Adventures in Beijing
BEIJING -- In this country, there is only one Chairman, and it ain't Sinatra or Whitey Ford. You folks have George Washingtons, Abe Lincolns, the...
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The latest 10.0 ...

The latest 10.0 ...

The Globe's Mike Reiss joins Eric Friede to preview the Patriots' preseason opener and talk a little Red Sox. (8/6/08)

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Giles nixes trade to Red Sox

As much as the Red Sox would have liked depth and protection for their injured players, they are moving on at this hour after receiving a thumbs down from San Diego outfielder Brian Giles on a deal to Boston. A Padres source has confirmed that Giles, who had a no-trade clause that included Boston, will be returned to the Padres. (Boston Globe, 2:57 p.m.)
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Manny Mania takes over LA (Getty Images / Dilip Vishwanat)

Manny Mania takes over LA

Manny Mania is all the rage in Southern California. Manny Ramírez is crushing the ball. The Dodgers are getting ready to market Manny caps complete with dreadlocks. Meanwhile, the commissioner's office is investigating the circumstances of Manny's final hours with the Red Sox. (Boston Globe)
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Friday's PGA Championship leaderboard

In-progress scores from the second round of the PGA Championship, which is being played at Oakland Hills Country Club in Michigan.
Preseason Game 1 > Ravens 16, Patriots 15
Sorry start (Globe Staff / Jim Davis)

Sorry start

It was the football version of "It's a Wonderful Life" for Tom Brady last night. He got to see what the Patriots would look like without him, and it was less than wonderful. (Left) Jerod Mayo tackles Ray Rice as Rice's helmet goes flying. (By Christopher L. Gasper, Boston Globe)

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Jets make a big splash with Favre
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Jets make a big splash with Favre

Mike Tannenbaum pulled off one of the more sizzling, headline-grabbing moves in NFL history by acquiring legendary quarterback Brett Favre from the Packers.
No hurdle is too great
Olympics

No hurdle is too great

Champion hurdler Liu Xiang is a national obsession in China, yet outside his home country, precious little is known about him.
Doubling her efforts
Olympics

Doubling her efforts

Shalane Flanagan's journey from Marblehead High phenom to NCAA champion at North Carolina to American record-holder hasn't been easy.

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NESN hires Funayama (Boston Globe, 12 a.m.)
Ryder aiming to be Bruins' newfound sniper (Boston Globe, 8/5/08)
Hockey notes Addressing the goalies (Boston Globe, 8/3/08)
Bruins promote Bradley (Boston Globe, 8/2/08)

SOCCER / REVOLUTION

Soccer notebook Noonan returns to MLS, with Columbus (Boston Globe, 8/7/08)
Revolution notebook For Joseph, it's a game of chances (Boston Globe, 8/6/08)
Revolution 2, Dynamo 2/ N.E. wins on penalty kicks 6-5 A super finish for Revolution (Boston Globe, 8/6/08)
Case of sequel footing (Boston Globe, 8/5/08)
MLS Roundup Earthquakes expose faults, take 3 points against Los Angeles (Boston Globe, 8/4/08)

HIGH SCHOOLS

Farrell trumps opponents as Andover Legion ace (Boston Globe, 8/7/08)
Hanover Legion managers want team to soak in state final experience (Boston Globe, 8/7/08)
Globe South sports notebook Fine run for AAU squad (Boston Globe, 8/7/08)
Play-in losers may play on, says MIAA (Boston Globe, 8/6/08)
Globe Northwest Sports Notebook Young runner picks up speed (Boston Globe, 8/3/08)

COLLEGES

Hepburn brings grit to BC (Boston Globe, 8/7/08)
Outlook for NU football is Rocky-solid (Boston Globe, 8/6/08)
Eagles begin fielding questions (Boston Globe, 8/5/08)