The News & Observer The physics of those high-flying skiers | PARK CITY, Utah -- The first time you watch skiers hurtle off a curved ramp at 30 mph, soaring six stories in the air while doing three back flips and up to five body twists, you can't help but thin... (photo: WN / Imran Nissar)
The Times Bode Miller sets sights on gold | A remarkable piece of video footage, available on the internet, says much about the enigma that is Bode Miller. It's from a World Cup downhill race in 2005. Near the top of the course, maybe 200 yar... (photo: AP / Alessandro Trovati) GoldPhotosSkiSportStar
The Observer Gorillas in the mix: touring Rwanda | "You cannot fall off, and if you do, I will catch you," Imaani lied cheerfully. Celebrating my first day in – and – with my first ever motorbike ride, I was terrifi... (photo: Creative Commons / Ayacop) AfricaNaturePhotosRwandaWildlife