Olympics

Critics: Obama's Olympic Pitch a Fool's Errand

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - October 2, 2009

Chicago lost its bid to host the Olympics despite the president's last-minute trip. more >>

Obama's 2016 Olympics Bid Was Inept Politics

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - October 2, 2009

Another lesson in the limits of rhetoric. more >>

Michelle Obama Arrives in Copenhagen to Pitch Chicago Olympics

Nation & World - September 30, 2009

Michelle Obama hopes to help her hometown win the 2016 Games. more >>

GOP Calls Obama Olympics Lobbying Trip Unnecessary

By Paul Bedard - Nation & World - September 29, 2009

Republican Party boss Michael Steele: Obama has better things to do than pitch Chicago for Olympics. more >>

Should Obama Lobby the International Olympic Committee on Behalf of Chicago?

Opinion - September 28, 2009

Is this the best use of the president's time? more >>

Obama Heading to Denmark to Pitch Chicago for 2016 Olympics

Nation & World - September 28, 2009

Obama will travel to Denmark to support Chicago's bid for the 2016 Summer Olympics. more >>

Obama's Olympic Sales Pitch Oils the Daley Political Machine

By Peter Roff - Peter Roff - September 28, 2009

That's the "Chicago way." more >>

Barack and Michelle Obama Cheer Olympic Athletes at the White House

By Paul Bedard and Nikki Schwab - Washington Whispers - September 16, 2009

The first lady is headed to Copenhagen next month to lobby for Chicago as 2016 Olympic Games host. more >>

Eunice Kennedy Shriver Dies

Nation & World - August 11, 2009

Shriver's founding of the Special Olympics inspired millions with disabilities to go for the gold. more >>

Jay Leno Wins on Tonight Show, But Obama and His Special Olympics Joke Flop

By Mary Kate Cary - Mary Kate Cary - March 20, 2009

One big point for Jay Leno. None for Obama. more >>

President Obama Sorry for 'Insensitive' Special Olympics Dig on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno

Nation & World - March 20, 2009

Obama's historic appearance on Leno's show was accompanied by a foot-in-the-mouth quip. more >>

Eat My Gold Michael Phelps, Says Swimming Gold Medalist Lochte

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - September 17, 2008

Gold medalist Ryan Lochte is in Washington to urge continued spending on muscular dystrophy. more >>

How to Train as Race Day Approaches

By Katherine Hobson - On Fitness - September 11, 2008

Gold medalist Todd Rogers worked out hard during the Olympics but not too hard. more >>

A Disappointing Finish for Americans at Education Olympics

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - August 29, 2008

In science and math, the United States lags behind many other countries. more >>

5 Ways Michael Phelps (and You) Can Manage a Windfall

By Katy Marquardt - Money - August 27, 2008

What's the first thing you should do? Absolutely nothing, experts say. more >>

China's Rulers Stay Tough Despite the Olympics Hoopla

By Paul Mooney - Nation & World - August 25, 2008

Those who hoped the games would soften China's repressive behavior have been disappointed. more >>

China's Gold-Medal Moment

By Mortimer Zuckerman - Opinion - August 22, 2008

The Olympic spectacle is an opportunity to demonstrate that China has regained its national stature. more >>

London Admits It Can't Top Lavish Beijing Olympics When It Hosts 2012 Games

By Thomas K. Grose - Nation & World - August 22, 2008

Facing an economic downturn, British officials are trying to keep costs down. more >>

Olympic Moms and Pregnancy in Politics

By Morgan E. Felchner - Morgan Felchner - August 21, 2008

Women still have a ways to go, but 20 moms on the Olympic team is a start. more >>

Investing in the Olympics

By Katy Marquardt - New Money - August 21, 2008

Summer Games-themed index is up 8 percent over the past year. more >>

Managing Michael Phelps's Gold

By Kimberly Palmer - Alpha Consumer - August 20, 2008

How the Olympic champion should handle his windfall. more >>

What You Can Learn From Erin Donohue

By Liz Wolgemuth - The Inside Job - August 20, 2008

Lessons from an Olympic athlete who defies the odds. more >>

Health Buzz: Flu Immunity and Other Health News

Health - August 18, 2008

News on the BPA, women athletes in a world of hurt, and the impact an abortion can have on depression. more >>

Boomer Olympians Defy Old Age

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - August 15, 2008

The average age of U.S. Olympic athletes has increased. more >>

5 Members of Congress Who Want Russia Stripped of the 2014 Olympics

Opinion - August 15, 2008

U.S. Representatives who think that Russia should not host the 2014 games because of the Georgia crisis more >>