Two Members of Refugee Olympic Team Present as Olympic Village Opens
On Wednesday, June 15th, 2016, the Olympic Village for the Rio Games officially opened. According to a release on the Rio…
300+ Members of Chinese Olympic Team to Prepare for Rio in Sao Paulo
It was announced that a huge portion of the Chinese Olympic team will travel to Brazil soon to begin final…
Rio Organizers Launch Official 2016 Olympic, Paralympic Medals
The front of the medals features “Rio 2016” surrounded by laurel leaves – a symbol of victory in ancient Greece. The back of the medals feature the Greek goddess of victory, Nike.
Drug-Resistant ‘Super Bug’ Found In Olympic Host Rio’s Waters
Less than 60 days out from the opening ceremony, a dangerous, drug-resistant ‘super bacteria’ has reportedly been found in Rio’s waters.
Brazilian Athlete Shot In The Head During Rio Carjacking
Just 55 days out from the 2016 Olympic Games opening ceremony, another violent crime made headlines in host city Rio de Janeiro.
