Team USA Over the Years, In Photos
Take a look back at some of the greatest American athletes in action.
Brazilian Court Jails Eight Pro-ISIS Militants
Telephone data showed the cell discussing targets for attacks.
Blind Athletes 'Victims of Russian Doping Cover-Up'
New emails suggest doping was not limited to Olympic sports.
The Financial Triumph of the Rio Paralympics
Despite doubts, the Rio Paralympics has triumphed over its financial hurdles.
Rio 2016 Paralympics: Alex Zanardi Takes Cycling Gold
Zanardi had a double-leg amputation almost 15 years to the day of his triumph.
U.S. Open: Murray Beats Dimitrov in Straight Sets
Murray's strong year continues as he beats Grigor Dimitrov.
The Greatest Moments of the Greatest Summer Games
The Rio Games left us slack-jawed for what they showcased (Biles, Bolt, etc.) and what they did not (mosquitoes).
Rio 2016: 'I Am the Greatest,' Bolt Says
The Jamaican sprinter may retire as the greatest track and field athlete of all time.
Ryan Lochte: Jeah, I'm Sorry Brazil
Ryan Lochte issued an apology on Friday and his teammate Jimmy Feigen paid $11,000 to a charity after Brazilian police said they lied about being robbed at gunpoint.
Rio 2016: US Apologizes For Olympic Swimmers' Tall Tale
Ryan Lochte and three team mates appeared to lie about a robbery.
Will Brazil Charge Lochte, Other U.S. Swimmers?
Brazilian police are considering charging a group of U.S. Olympic swimmers with vandalism and giving false testimony, including gold medalist Ryan Lochte.
The Lie of Ryan: Lochte Cannot Blame It on Rio
It appears that Ryan Lochte fabricated most of his robbed-at-gunpoint story.
Watch: Rio Olympics Day 11 as Britain Dominates Cycling
Jason Kenny and Laura Trott both won gold medals.
Rio 2016: Simone Biles Wins Fourth Gold
A day after a wobbly performance on the balance beam ended the American's hopes of leaving Rio with a record haul of five golds for a female gymnast, Simone Biles was back to her hip-shaking best.
Why Are Olympians Eating So Much McDonald's in Rio?
Athletes have been eating so much fast food that the chain's Olympic Village location had to impose a 20-item order limit.
Rio 2016: Simone Biles Stumbles on Balance Beam
As expected, gymnast extraordinaire Simone Biles picked up her fourth medal at the Rio Olympics. Only problem was it was not the color the American wanted.
Rio 2016: With 22 Golds, Phelps 'Ready to Retire'
The decorated Olympian says, 'I've been able to do everything I've ever put my mind to in this sport...I'm happy with how things finished.'
Bolt: Sprint Greats Weigh In On Jamaican's Medal Hopes
Linford Christie, Donovan Bailey and Ato Boldon weigh in on the icon.
Rio 2016: Great Britain Wins Gold in Team Sprint
The team of Kenny, Hindes and Skinner edged out New Zealand on Thursday.
Security Concerns Mount at Rio Olympics
Rio Olympics organizers stepped up police patrols on Wednesday as security concerns mounted over the threat posed by street violence.
Watch: Rio 2016 Olympics Day Four Highlights
Michael Phelps claimed golds number 20 and 21 in the pool and the U.S. dominated in gymnastics.
Climate Changes at Rio Olympics Risky For Athletes
Hot temperatures, air pollution, and sewage water at the Rio Olympics put athletes' health and performance at risk.
Saudi Judo Competitor Forfeits Match 'to Avoid Israeli'
Saudi Arabia said Joud Fahmy withdrew because of injuries, and not for political reasons.
Rio 2016 Olympics: The Women to Watch
A round up of the key female athletes at this year's Games.
Rio Olympics Cost a Struggling Brazil Billions
'For a city and nation to decide to stage the Olympic Games is to decide to take on one of the most costly and financially most risky type of mega-project that exists,' study finds.
Olympic Host Brazil Is a Lot Like the USA
Brazil and the United States are twins separated by an equator.
What Goes Into Producing an Olympic Opening Ceremony
London 2012 producer tells Newsweek why opening ceremonies are so important.
'Sesame Street's' Grover Cheers on Team Refugees
An all-refugee team is competing for the first time in the Olympics.