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Live Wavewatch
Live near the coastline? Get the latest on your local beach conditions, including a look at the wave action, and the local tide information. Click on the headline to access our WaveWatch page.
Golf Forecast
Headed to the links this weekend? Before you go, check out our golf forecast to see what the weather will be like at your favorite golf course.
Kickoff 2008: NFL Season Begins in NYC
The 2008 NFL season begins Thursday night, when the Washington Redskins travel to New York, to take on the Super Bowl Champion New York Giants.
Each week, we'll have a look at the forecast for each stadium. Click on the headline for your game's forecast!
NASCAR Forecast
Planning on heading to the racetrack for some of the upcoming weekend's NASCAR races? Or, just want to watch it on TV? Click on the headline to get the complete forecast for the big race.
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Obesity Facing ChinaFor some, China's booming economy has led to increased wealth and higher living standards. But as their pockets have gotten fatter, so have their children.
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Surviving Rip Currents
An alarming number of ocean deaths in 2008 have been attributed to rip currents. Lifeguards rescue approximately 60,000 people from drowning a year, and an estimated 80 percent are caused by rip currents. There are several ways to stay safe at the beach.
An alarming number of ocean deaths in 2008 have been attributed to rip currents. Lifeguards rescue approximately 60,000 people from drowning a year, and an estimated 80 percent are caused by rip currents. There are several ways to stay safe at the beach.
2007 Ski Season Tops Records
Good weather and abundant snowfall are to credit for a successful 2007 ski season. Ski resorts across the country had record attendance last winter, which tops the previous record set just two years ago.
Good weather and abundant snowfall are to credit for a successful 2007 ski season. Ski resorts across the country had record attendance last winter, which tops the previous record set just two years ago.
Surfing Going Green?
Often times, learning something new means swallowing your pride. And sometimes, a little saltwater too. However surf instructor Torrey Trust says becoming a teacher can be just as humbling.
Often times, learning something new means swallowing your pride. And sometimes, a little saltwater too. However surf instructor Torrey Trust says becoming a teacher can be just as humbling.
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Black Bear Visits Senior OpenIt was a bear of a course, and fittingly, there was a bear on the course. A black bear came out of the mountains to take some of the focus off the perilous pin placements and faster, drier greens that flustered the field at the U.S. Senior Open, where only five golfers shot below par Friday. Click on the headline to see more pictures.
Oil Prices Impacting Surfers
It's summertime, but the living is not easy for surfers. Like many people, they have been hit by the slumping economy. Surfers lament the price of oil, because the same petroleum used on four wheels is affecting other products used to hang ten.
It's summertime, but the living is not easy for surfers. Like many people, they have been hit by the slumping economy. Surfers lament the price of oil, because the same petroleum used on four wheels is affecting other products used to hang ten.
Smog Problems Continue in China
Todd Santos reports on the latest smog problems that China is facing just two weeks before hosting the 2008 Olympics. This is the third consecutive day that Beijing has had a blanket of smog blocking the view of the Olympic Stadium. Watch the report here:
Todd Santos reports on the latest smog problems that China is facing just two weeks before hosting the 2008 Olympics. This is the third consecutive day that Beijing has had a blanket of smog blocking the view of the Olympic Stadium. Watch the report here:
Escaping Rip Currents
They are powerful currents of water flowing away from beach, that are responsible for killing dozens of people each year. Rip currents can occur at any beach with breaking waves, but swimmers can protect themselves against them.
They are powerful currents of water flowing away from beach, that are responsible for killing dozens of people each year. Rip currents can occur at any beach with breaking waves, but swimmers can protect themselves against them.
Smog Continues to Cover BeijingWith only 25 days to go before the opening ceremony of the summer Olympics, smog in Beijing continues to cover the stadium where the opening ceremonies will be held. Environmental experts have in the past cast doubts on Beijing's claims of improved air quality.
Golf Ball Diving: Job or Sport?
It isn't your ordinary job. In fact it's a dirty job where face-to-face encounters with gators and snapping turtles are too unusual. It's called a golf ball recovery dive.
It isn't your ordinary job. In fact it's a dirty job where face-to-face encounters with gators and snapping turtles are too unusual. It's called a golf ball recovery dive.
Fun in the Mud
Mud races, mud limbo, mud volleyball and a lot of jumping and sloshing around in a giant smelly mud pit were all part of "Mud Day" at the Nankin Mills County Park in Michigan Tuesday.
Mud races, mud limbo, mud volleyball and a lot of jumping and sloshing around in a giant smelly mud pit were all part of "Mud Day" at the Nankin Mills County Park in Michigan Tuesday.
Growing Trend of Biking to Work
Any number of American cities and towns could be, and in some cases are, following the example of Portland, Oregon, a place where what works is good old fashioned pedal power.
Any number of American cities and towns could be, and in some cases are, following the example of Portland, Oregon, a place where what works is good old fashioned pedal power.
China Algae Outbreak Threatens Olympic GamesA Florida company is hoping its product can help end an algae outbreak plaguing waterways in Beijing that could affect the sailing venue for the 2008 Olympic Games.
Wimbledon Tennis Championship
The 122nd Wimbledon Tennis Championship began Monday at the All England Tennis Club; the tournament has a fabled history, that Mother Nature has had an impact on through the years.
The 122nd Wimbledon Tennis Championship began Monday at the All England Tennis Club; the tournament has a fabled history, that Mother Nature has had an impact on through the years.
Study: Golf Cart Risks
Those little vehicles that lurch and buzz past fairways and greens -- and increasingly down suburban streets -- might be a cost-saving alternative to gas-guzzling SUVs and cars. But a pair of studies released this week suggests they do have their risks.
Those little vehicles that lurch and buzz past fairways and greens -- and increasingly down suburban streets -- might be a cost-saving alternative to gas-guzzling SUVs and cars. But a pair of studies released this week suggests they do have their risks.
Snowboarding Tops Lists for Outdoor Injuries
More people are hurt snowboarding than any other outdoor activity, accounting for a quarter of emergency room visits, according to the first national study to estimate recreational injuries.
More people are hurt snowboarding than any other outdoor activity, accounting for a quarter of emergency room visits, according to the first national study to estimate recreational injuries.
Olympic Torch Climbs The WorldThe Olympic flame reached the top of the world Thursday. Live television footage showed a Chinese mountaineering team holding up a specially designed torch along with Chinese and Olympic flags Thursday on the top of Mount Everest.
Hiking Across America
America's a big country, but that doesn't mean you can't see it on foot. Some hiking trails offer miles of serene wilderness, while others have chunks of nature broken up by roads and development.
America's a big country, but that doesn't mean you can't see it on foot. Some hiking trails offer miles of serene wilderness, while others have chunks of nature broken up by roads and development.
Exercising during Hot weather
Trying to exercise when its warm can be difficult. Before you know it, your body feels as though it might ignite from the heat. It's important to know when you've pushed yourself too far.
Trying to exercise when its warm can be difficult. Before you know it, your body feels as though it might ignite from the heat. It's important to know when you've pushed yourself too far.
Derby Slammed by Severe Storms
Some of the best seats in the house became the worst ones Friday when rains forced Churchill Downs racing fans to abandon their uncovered ground-level box seats and scurry to the overcrowded concourses.
Some of the best seats in the house became the worst ones Friday when rains forced Churchill Downs racing fans to abandon their uncovered ground-level box seats and scurry to the overcrowded concourses.
Surfboards Going GreenSurf's up -- the bio-friendly way. A San Diego company is going green by making the next generation of surfboards.
City begins bike renting service
More Washingtonians could be pedaling to meetings on Capitol Hill and other appointments when the city launches the nation's first European-style bike-sharing service next month.
More Washingtonians could be pedaling to meetings on Capitol Hill and other appointments when the city launches the nation's first European-style bike-sharing service next month.