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25 Coolest Moments in Olympic Opening Ceremony History

A scene from the Opening Ceremony of the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing.

25 Coolest Moments in Olympic Opening Ceremony History

'Budgie Smugglers': A Scandalous History of Speedos

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'Budgie Smugglers': A Scandalous History of Speedos

11 Surprising Sports that Have Appeared in the Modern Olympic Games

The U.S. tug-of-war team at the 1908 London Olympics.

11 Surprising Sports that Have Appeared in the Modern Olympic Games

Learn Who's Who in Greek Mythology With a Stylish New Guide Book for Modern Audiences

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Learn Who's Who in Greek Mythology With a Stylish New Guide Book for Modern Audiences

20 Memorable Facts About the 'Miracle on Ice'

The USA Team celebrates their 4-3 victory over Russia in the semi-final of the Ice Hockey event at the 1980 Winter Olympic Games in Lake Placid, New York.

10 Fast Facts About Wilma Rudolph

Wilma Rudolph breaks the tape as she wins the Olympic 4 x 100 relay in 1960.

Tommie Smith and John Carlos Shocked the World—and Sacrificed Their Careers—By Protesting Racism at the 1968 Olympics

American athlete Tommie Smith, wearing black socks, celebrates after crossing the finish line of the men's 200-meter final ahead of Australian Peter Norman and compatriot John Carlos during the Mexico Olympic Games.

6 Times the Olympics Have Been Postponed or Canceled

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American Girl Doll Introduces Joss Kendrick, First Doll With a Hearing Aid

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Simone Biles Just Became the Most Decorated Female Gymnast in History

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The New Tokyo 2020 Olympic Medals Are Made From Recycled Electronics

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How to Tie Your Shoes With One Hand, According to a Paralympian

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2018 Winter Olympics By the Numbers: Which Country Was the Big Winner in Pyeongchang?

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The Most Decorated Winter Olympians in History

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Impossible Figure Skating Moves from the Movies

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What Are Curlers Yelling About?

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