The Winter Olympics began with a rare dual-city opening in Italy, with Greece leading tradition at the 25th Winter Games.

The word "Olympics" is rooted in ancient Greece. In Greek mythology, the gods would descend from Mount Olympus into the town ...

Emotional scenes unfolded at the Winter Olympics as Greek skier AJ Ginnis took to the slopes for the final run of his career.

Davidson College Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics Allison Smith examines the "distant echoes" of the original Olympic Games and how they compare to the modern global competition. The ...

A Czech wolfhound unexpectedly interrupted the Winter Olympics during the women's cross country qualifiers in Italy ...

Americans who top the podium at the Milan Cortina Games will be in line for a $37,500 bonus. Their competitors could collect as much as $800,000.

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ITALY, — For athletes across the world, there is perhaps nothing more rewarding than flashing an Olympic medal for people back home to ogle. But despite the weight in reputation it holds, many ...

Perinton, N.Y. — Bishop Kearney high school is basking in the excitement of the winter Olympic games!Eight alumnae are participating in Italy, including five me ...