On April 6, 1896, the Olympic Games were reborn in Athens, 1,500 years after Roman Emperor Theodosius I banned them in 393 ...

The Olympic dream for New Zealand boxers, has returned to be the ultimate goal, after seemingly being taken away due to continued corruption in the sport. Boxing dates back to the original Olympic ...

Big political issues often insert themselves into hockey whether fans like it or not. It was always this way and will remain ...

Thrills, spills and crashes guaranteed at the ancient chariot races Chariot racing is one of the most thrilling, visceral and danger-filled sports ever invented by man. Present at the Ancient Olympic ...

After nearly a century of inattention, the Fountain of Apollo at Versailles was completely restored using 17th-century ...

The backlash is already shaping this year’s mayoral race: Challenger Josh Kraft has ... no longer include room for their favorite chair—or chariot. Ward One Somerville City Councilor Matthew ...

Wrestling, discus throwing, and chariot racing were popular, while public gymnasia served ... Religious festivals played a key role in civic life. The Olympic Games, held every four years in honor of ...

The Olympic Games were held in honor of Zeus at Olympia ... They showcased events such as chariot racing and the unique contest of pankration, a no-holds-barred blend of boxing and wrestling. Each of ...

A Scottish team will go into the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics as the reigning world champion in men’s curling. No men from the ...