Olympic program review opens path to relax Winter Games mandate for only sports on snow and ice

GENEVA (AP) — Olympic winter sports must be played on snow and ice, according to the Olympic Charter. But could a muddy field ...
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Cross country could be considered Winter Olympic event in future

Olympic winter sports must be played on snow and ice, according to the Olympic Charter. But could a muddy field of play get its chance at a future Winter Games, even as soon as in the French Alps in ...

Rio’s favelas become hot tourist destination as visitors seek cultural immersion

Record numbers of tourists are flocking to Rio de Janeiro, with many seeking local tours in the city's favelas.