2016 Summer Olympics

Over 4,000 Families In Rio Have Been Evicted Ahead Of Olympics

These groups are working to protect the rights of children affected by major sporting events.
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Olympic Committee Tells Athletes They Can Skip Rio Games Over Zika Fear

By Dave Sheinin, The Washington Post

A Team Of Refugees Will Compete In Rio Olympics

"By welcoming them to the Olympic Games, we want to send a message of hope to all the refugees of the world."
By Karolos Grohmann, Reuters

Officials: U.S. Athletes Should Consider Skipping Rio Olympics Over Personal Health Concerns (UPDATED)

The United States Olympic Committee added it "will not prevent athletes from competing for their country should they qualify."
By Daniel Bases and Joshua Schneyer, Reuters

U.S. Athletes May Skip Olympics If Concerned About Zika Virus, Officials Say

No one should compete in Brazil if they don't feel comfortable going, Olympics officials say.
By Daniel Bases and Joshua Schneyer, Reuters

Meet The First U.S. Athlete To Compete In The Olympics In A Hijab

"Nothing should hinder anyone from reaching their goals -- not race, religion or gender."
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Cost of Rio's 2016 Summer Olympics Rises By Nearly $100 Million

The spike in cost coincides with Brazil's worst recession in years.
By Caio Saad, Reuters

Trans Athletes Can Compete In Olympics With Few Restrictions, IOC Says

The rules should apply for this year's Summer Olympics in Rio.
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NBC Says Olympics Ad Sales On Pace To Exceed $1 Billion

Advertisers are coming from a range of industries including automotive, technology and health care
By AP

Olympic Track And Field Stadium Loses Power Over Unpaid Bills

It's hard running hurdles in the dark.
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