Kiss my ass
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Professional wrestling has become increasingly popular in the US and attracts large audiences for cable TV. The World Wrestling Federation plans an initial public offering of stocks. The federation achieved a pre-profit of $56 million with revenues of $251 million for 1998. Pro-wrestling is not politically correct, and attractions such as violence and sex could be important as well as sport. Wrestling has undergone previous periods of popularity, the last being in the 1950s.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1999
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His Airness retires
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The popularity of retiring basketball star, Michael Jordan, is well deserved. He has helped to boost the sport and his appeal extends beyond racial boundaries. As a disciplined athlete, he illustrates a strong work ethic in the US. He argues that simply having more African American sports coaches may not help African Americans make progress.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1999
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The toughest sport?
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Cyclists endure incredible physical hardship, practicing long hours and competing in every type of weather and terrain imaginable. Despite this, the sport continues to grow in Europe, where most aspiring minor team members earn only minimum wage.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1995
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