ATHENS, Greece (AP) — The flame that will burn at the Olympics is spending the night at the ancient Acropolis in Athens, a week before its handover to Paris 2024 organizers. During a lull in heavy rain late Friday, a torchbearer lit
Olympic organizers unveiled plans on Friday to integrate artificial intelligence into sports. The International Olympic Committee shared its AI plan, including identifying talent, personalizing training and improving judging fairness. IOC President Thomas Bach voiced the need for Olympic leadership in embracing AI
Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be invited to the 80th anniversary of the 1944 D-Day landings in June, event organizers say. Some Russian representatives will be welcomed to acknowledge the country’s wartime sacrifice. The decision was made due to Russia’s ongoing
Brisbane Olympics organizers have scrapped plans to demolish and rebuild an iconic cricket ground as the centerpiece of the 2032 Games while also rejecting a review panel’s recommendation for a new stadium in city parklands. Queensland state’s Premier Steven Miles instead announced
The trial for organizers of Canada’s infamous Freedom Convoy began Tuesday, with prosecutors insisting the trial is not about political beliefs, but for the method of protest that occurred which they claim was “anything but peaceful.” “This case is not about their
Organizers of a women’s race in Spain have been accused of sexism after the winner in Sunday’s event was awarded a food processor, prompting an apology. Organizers of the Madrid Women’s Race 2023 issued an apology Monday after being called out online