Olympics

The Streets Froze Over, And These Ice Skaters Couldn't Be Happier

No cars? No problem.
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Olympic Track And Field Stadium Loses Power Over Unpaid Bills

It's hard running hurdles in the dark.
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Olympic Organizers In Rio Have Cut Air Conditioning From The Budget

Olympic athletes won't have air conditioning in their bedrooms unless someone pays for it.
By STEPHEN WADE AND JENNY BARCHFIELD, AP

Quality Of Rio Waterways Could Put Olympic Athletes At Risk, New Tests Show

"We're talking about an extreme environment, where the pollution is so high that exposure is imminent and the chance of infection very likely."
By BRAD BROOKS, AP

Here's What Russia Needs To Do To Compete In Rio

The move comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the Sports Ministry to conduct an internal investigation.
By Stephen Wilson, AP

Michael Phelps: 'I Was In A Really Dark Place, Not Wanting To Be Alive Anymore'

By Sports Illustrated

47 Years Ago, Olympian John Carlos Raised His Fist For Equality

One athlete threw the most important race of his career to take a stand.
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Olympic Hopeful Tom Bosworth Comes Out As Gay

“Hopefully in two or three years' time, coming out won't be a news story."
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This Adorable 8-Year-Old Fitness Enthusiast Raced Usain Bolt And Won

This fearless kid is the only motivation you need.
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U.S. Runner Says Olympic ‘Thieves’ Need To Start Paying Athletes

"The IOC needs to start sharing revenue with the athletes."
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