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Door left open for Obamas to attend Olympics vote
As Michelle Obama prepares to make a highly personal appeal in Denmark on behalf of Chicago's bid to host the 2016 Summer Olympics, the White House is leaving open the possibility that President Barack Obama will make a last minute decision to join her. Full story
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IAAF World Championships recap
  Looking ahead to Vancouver
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One year and counting
Beat the clock (and the crowds) by checking out what Vancouver has to offer now.
2008 ISU World Short Track Speed Skating Championships: Day 3
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Watch out for Ohno
Video: Ohno, Belbin and Agosto, Vonn, Hedrick and Davis are some of the top U.S. stars heading into Vancouver.
FIBT Bobsleigh and Skeleton World Cup
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What to expect in Vancouver
An American quest to improve its medal haul and Canada's shot at an elusive gold are just some of the stories to watch.
Marshalls U.S. Figure Skating Challenge
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Adding star power
Sasha Cohen's comeback attempt provides a much-needed jolt to United States figure skating.
USA's Julia Mancuso competes during the
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Seeking inspiration
Julia Mancuso was motivated by watching the summer Olympians compete in Beijing.
USA Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Orientation Camp
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New generation
One of several young American-born players rising in the offensive ranks of the NHL, Zach Parise is eager to compete in the Olympics.
FIS Snowboard World Cup Day 2
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Preparing a defense
Shaun White is ramping up his skills to defend his 2006 halfpipe gold.
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Winter Olympics get torched by tough economy
A year before Games, much of focus in Vancouver is on making ends meet
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Mayor: Vancouver plagued by ‘brutal’ gang war
Host of 2010 Olympics has seen 29 shootings since late January
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  Slideshow: Beautiful Vancouver
From art to cuisine and excitement, see what the city has to offer attendees of the upcoming Winter Games.

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US Shawn Crawford (C) and Darvis Patton
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Full World Champs coverage
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12th IAAF World Athletics Championships - Day Two
  State of shock
Aug. 16: Tom Hammond and Ato Boldin say they are still in awe of Bolt's record-breaking run and also analyze Tyson Gay's American record performance.

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  Bolt sets world record in 100
Aug. 16: Usain Bolt sets world record of 9.58 seconds in winning the 100 at the world championships.

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  Olympians on Winter Games
June 22: Olympic medalists Picabo Street and Julie Chu talk to the TODAY hosts about a new fundraising campaign to help athletes who are training for the games.

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  Evan Lysacek skates on TODAY
Feb. 12: With the 2010 Winter Olympics just one year away, figure skater Evan Lysacek talks about what to expect and skates to “Rhapsody in Blue.”

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  Phelps’ smoking hot headlines
A Daryl Cagle editorial cartoon roundup lights up the Olympian’s bong controversy.

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  Olympic hockey player teaches Meredith
Feb. 12: With one year to go until the Olympics in Vancouver, U.S. Olympic hockey player Angela Ruggiero shows TODAY’s Meredith Vieira some hockey skills.

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Winter X Games Day 4
U.S. athletes to watch
Take a look at some of the American athletes expected to contend for medals at the 2010 Olympics.
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Ryan Suter, David Backes, John Oshie, Jack Johnson, Kyle Okposo
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Projected Team USA roster

Forwards, defensemen and
goalies likely to suit up in ’10

  Crazy crash
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Albrecht injured in big spill

Video: Swiss skier Daniel Albrecht lost control and flew through the air for about 40 yards before coming to a stop near the finish line.

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