Olympics
Brazil Extremists 'Declare Loyalty To ISIS'
The group is believed to be the first in South America to claim allegiance to the ISIS leadership.
'Low Risk' of Catching Zika at the Olympics, Says WHO
Travelers should also be concerned about sunstroke, diarrhea and road accidents, according to a WHO expert.
Caregiver of Utah Man With Zika Also Contracted Virus
The caregiver has recovered, but Utah officials are still investigating how the person became infected.
USADA Calls for Total Ban on Russian Athletes at Rio
Russia is already banned from this year's track competitions but U.S. and Canadian report calls for total ban amid doping scandal.
Russia Can Select Klishina as Sole Athlete at Olympics
Klishina was previously accused of turning her back on fellow athletes.
Russia's Sole Athlete at Olympics Branded a 'Traitor'
The leader of the Communists of Russia party told her to represent Ukraine instead.
Road to Rio: 'Invisible Groups' Face Media Blackout
' Sports is something vital and has the potential to change lives, but the investment in these athletes is large,' says news outlet's editor.
Road to Rio: Olympics' Sponsorship Riches Threatened
Social media and guerrilla marketing complicates the International Olympic Committee's efforts to protect nearly $1 billion in deals.
Olympic Rowers Get 'Second Skin' to Protect From Sewage
Philadelphia University designed anti-microbial unisuits to protect athletes from contaminated water.
Quora Question: Who Benefits From Russia's Track Ban?
The Russian ban will have a profound impact on the women's competition since the Russian team is strong in almost every event category.
Ronaldo: Football 'Abandoned' by Messi's Retirement
The Argentina forward announced his decision on Sunday after the Copa America final.
Jose Mourinho Suffers Top United Transfer Setback
Mourinho has made Barcelona's Neymar the club's main target for the summer.
Why Putin Is Building a Bridge to Nowhere
It is already clear that the Crimean bridge will eat up 70 percent of this year's funding for all roads and bridges in the entire Russian Federation.
Escaped Jaguar Killed After Olympic Ceremony in Brazil
A soldier fired a single pistol shot when the escaped animal, despite being tranquilized, approached the soldier, the army said.
Olympics: ISIS Calls for Portuguese 'Brothers' to Join
Brazil's counter-terrorism director said the country faces a rising threat from radical Islamists.
Under Armour Hopes Olympics Brings Market Share Gold
The sportswear company has been on the rise domestically, but the Rio Games offers a chance to cut into Nike and Adidas' worldwide market share.
Russia's Best Tank Crew Crowned 'Tank Biathlon' Champs
Moscow will host an Olympic-style games with tanks, armored vehicles and jets.
What Is a Sport?
In honor of the Rio Olympics, we attempt to understand why so few are able to succinctly define "sport."
Audley Harrison: Muhammad Ali Is Nelson Mandela's Equal
The boxing icon died on June 3 aged 74.
Pat Cash: Andy Murray Shouldn't Rush to New Coach
The former Wimbledon champion believes Murray should stick with Jamie Delgado.
Private Forces Filling Security Void at Rio Olympics
Many question Brazil's readiness to host the Games in the 'murder capital of the world.'
Putin Hopes 'Soviet Judo' Has Olympic Future
Sambo is a Russian-developed martial art and Putin is a master of it.
Rio Police Search for Gang Rape Suspects
No arrests made in the case that has sparked protests, from the streets to the nation's Supreme Court.
Zika Fears May Rob Brazil of Olympics' Benefits
Health concerns won't keep athletes away but the economic damage due to wary outsiders could last for years.
Eight 2012 Russian Olympians Positive for Doping
Calls to ban Russians from Rio games are growing amid wider doping program allegations.
Zika Threat Prompts Call to Relocate Olympics
An open letter to the World Health Organization and International Olympic Committee expresses concerns about the Rio games.
Could the Zika Virus Ruin Rio 2016?
High-profile sportsmen and women have said they may drop out of the Olympics due to the virus.
Russian Olympian Threatens Lawsuit Against Rio Ban
Yelena Isinbayeva says potential ban would violate human rights.
Race is on to Build the World's Fastest Swimsuit
Speedo and Arena—the Coke and Pepsi of the $1 billion swimwear market—are challenged by an upstart led by Olympian Michael Phelps.