Tag: United Kingdom
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Colorado Rapids draw with Eastern Conference leaders in return from international break
The Rapids returned from an international break and played NYCFC, the leaders of the Eastern Conference, to a 1-1 draw Sunday at Yankee Stadium. “It was a really hard-fought point,” Rapids coach Robin Fraser said. “I was really proud of the group.” While it was the Rapids’ first game since May 28, many of the…
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Asteroid mining company eyeing Denver
Colorado’s Economic Development Commission on Thursday approved almost $2.5 million in economic incentives to lure two companies to the state, a move expected to create almost 550 jobs. The commission, under the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, decided that since the incentives are performance based — meaning the state doesn’t pay unless…
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Russian oligarch Abramovich has Colorado ties
BRUSSELS — The European Union imposed sanctions Tuesday on Chelsea soccer club owner Roman Abramovich as part of a new package of measures targeting Russia and President Vladimir Putin’s close allies. The EU included the Russian oligarch in its updated list of individuals facing assets freeze and travel bans over their role in the Russian…
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Robin Shute claims Pikes Peak International Hill Climb championship in 99th event
Robin Shute won the 99th running of The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on Sunday to claim his second King of the Mountain title. The 33-year-old native of the United Kingdom easily outdistanced the field in a race that was shortened by three miles due to poor weather and road conditions. The usual 12.42-mile…
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Roger Goodell addresses NFL’s diversity, the offseason, vaccinated fans, international games during ‘state of the league’ address
As he does every year, Roger Goodell covered a wide range of topics during his annual state of the league press conference Thursday leading up to the Super Bowl, addressing several issues that could potentially affect the Broncos. No topic was brought up more than the lack of diversity among NFL head coaches. Goodell and…