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February 16, 2022 | 10:24 AM

Sha’Carri Richardson sees a double standard in allowing Kamila Valieva to compete

U.S. sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson is calling out Olympic and anti-doping officials, after Russian skater Kamila Valieva was allowed to compete despite testing positive for a banned drug.

By Bill Chappell/NPR
February 12, 2022 | 9:24 AM

‘They’ve ruined it for all of us,’ ex-Olympic skater says of Russia doping scandal

15-year-old Russian star figure skater Kamila Valieva tested positive for a banned drug

By Tom Goldman/NPR
February 5, 2022 | 9:09 AM

In Beijing, Olympic ideals coexist with authoritarian rule

The Games come at a time when democracy can look like it’s in retreat.

By Tim Sullivan/AP

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January 26, 2022 | 2:16 PM

The Stand: How One Gesture Shook The World

Delve into the circumstances that compelled runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos to make an iconic gesture of defiance at the 1968 Summer Olympics.

By Fred Vigeant
August 8, 2021 | 11:25 AM

Mixed bag: Erratic Pandemic Olympics come to a nuanced end

International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach has declared the games closed and the Olympic flame has been extinguished.

By Ted Anthony/AP
August 6, 2021 | 3:00 PM

Local Olympian returns home from Tokyo games

Conestoga Valley rising senior Casey Kaufold returned from Tokyo this week to a parade and heroes welcome. 

By Merideth Bucher
July 28, 2021 | 8:08 AM

Jesse Owens on American Experience

Trace the story of Jesse Owens’ remarkable victories in the face of Nazi racism during the 1936 Olympics.

By Fred Vigeant
July 20, 2021 | 11:36 AM

10 things to watch for when the Tokyo Olympics begin

Against great odds, the world’s top athletes are about to take the spotlight. Here are some key things to know about the first half of the Games.

By Merrit Kennedy/NPR
July 19, 2021 | 10:36 AM

Pennsylvania athletes to watch during this year’s Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games

More than two dozen Pennsylvania natives or athletes who call the commonwealth home will compete in the games

By Margaret Fleming and Jason Phox/WESA
July 14, 2021 | 10:56 AM

Pottstown BMX prodigy is prepared for her Olympic debut in Tokyo

BMX racing is fun for Pottstown resident Payton Ridenour, who at age 19 placed second in world competition last spring to become the youngest member of Team USA’s women’s team — bound for the Tokyo Olympics.

By Jennifer Lynn/WHYY
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