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Investigating hate speech against boxer – celebrities named

An investigation has been initiated for suspected hate speech against Imane Khelif. This was announced by French prosecutors on Wednesday.
Investigating hate speech against boxer – celebrities named

Halfvarsson: "We need the Russians"

The question of whether Russian and Belarusian cross-country skiers should be welcomed back despite the war in Ukraine divides the Swedish national team. Cross-country skiing is such a small sport, so I think that in the end, we'll still need the Russians, says Calle Halfvarsson.
Halfvarsson: "We need the Russians"

Snoop Dogg and Sewage Water – That's How We Remember the Olympic Games

The audience came, the stars shone and the whole world watched. Not even the sewage in the Seine could spoil the success.
Snoop Dogg and Sewage Water – That's How We Remember the Olympic Games

The team manager's last Olympic Games: "I'm satisfied and happy"

Rather pension, but first as many medals as possible. The Swedish Olympic Committee's team manager Peter Reinebo got more than he dared to hope for – and thanks on top.
The team manager's last Olympic Games: "I'm satisfied and happy"

The gymnast is forced to return her Olympic bronze

The American gymnast Jordan Chiles must return her bronze medal from the Olympic Games in Paris. This after a decision from Cas.
The gymnast is forced to return her Olympic bronze

The announcement: IOC chief steps down next year

Thomas Bach has been the chairman of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) since 2013. But after the election in March next year, it will come to an end.
The announcement: IOC chief steps down next year

Criticism of Russian athletes: The Olympic Games are about peace

The Russian Olympic Games participants should criticize Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine. This is what the fresh Olympic champion in high jump Jaroslava Mahutjich says.
Criticism of Russian athletes: The Olympic Games are about peace

The Gender Battle in the Olympic Games: "Individual Cases Can Dominate"

A gender dispute has received major headlines in the Olympic Games as two female boxers who are said to have typically male chromosomes were stopped in the World Championship but are allowed to compete in the Olympic Games. According to chief physician Angelica Hirschberg, female athletes can have a significant advantage if they have high levels of male sex hormone.
The Gender Battle in the Olympic Games: "Individual Cases Can Dominate"

Khelif's plea: "Stop bullying athletes"

The Algerian boxer Imane Khelif is tired of all the hate. Now she demands that it stops.
Khelif's plea: "Stop bullying athletes"

Refused Handshake with Russian – Became Ukrainian Hero

Ukraine has taken its first Olympic Games gold in Paris after winning the women's team sabre event. The Ukrainian women turned a six-point deficit into a victory with 45–42 in the final against South Korea.
Refused Handshake with Russian – Became Ukrainian Hero

Bach on Boxing Hate: "Unacceptable"

The hatred that has affected the Algerian Olympic boxer Imane Khelif is unacceptable, says IOC President Thomas Bach. We will not participate in a politically motivated cultural war.
Bach on Boxing Hate: "Unacceptable"

Death threats and boos against Israeli Olympic athletes

Israel's Olympic athletes have been subjected to death threats on the internet and have been booed by the audience during the competitions in Paris. We prepared our athletes for all forms of provocations, says team leader Yael Arad.
Death threats and boos against Israeli Olympic athletes

Gender Battle in Boxing: Disqualified in World Championship Competes in Olympic Games

The boxers Imane Khelif from Algeria and Lin Yu-Ting from Taiwan were banned from competing at the World Championship after failing gender tests. But during the Olympic Games, both are participating – which has sparked reactions.
Gender Battle in Boxing: Disqualified in World Championship Competes in Olympic Games

Zelensky on Olympic Russians: "Too small sanctions"

During the Olympic Games, Russian and Belarusian athletes are allowed to participate under a neutral flag. Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelenskyj, does not think this should be permitted.
Zelensky on Olympic Russians: "Too small sanctions"

Liked war symbols - competing in the Olympic Games anyway

Two out of three neutral Russians competing in the Olympic Games are not actually that neutral. This is claimed by the human rights organization Global Rights Compliance (GRC), which has reviewed the process.
Liked war symbols - competing in the Olympic Games anyway

Two major Olympic mishaps - "We apologize deeply"

The several hour-long Olympic opening ceremony was dominated by pomp and circumstance – but a couple of mistakes became topics of conversation afterwards. During the dignified parade, South Korea was presented as North Korea, and when the ceremony was finally supposed to conclude with the raising of the flag, it didn't quite go as planned.
Two major Olympic mishaps - "We apologize deeply"

Zelensky praises the Olympic team: "Proud of our team"

Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, nearly 500 athletes or coaches have been killed. At the OS in Paris, the country will participate with its smallest team ever.
Zelensky praises the Olympic team: "Proud of our team"

Spied with drones: "A super scandal"

Canada's national team captain has been banned - since it emerged that drones were used to spy on opponents ahead of the Olympic football premiere. It's a super scandal, says Sweden's national team's former goalkeeper, Hedvig Lindahl, to Aftonbladet.
Spied with drones: "A super scandal"

After the Allegations – Not Allowed to Meet the Players Alone

Zambia's coach Bruce Mwape is under investigation for sexual harassment. Despite this, he is training the team during the Olympics – but is prohibited from meeting the players one-on-one.
After the Allegations – Not Allowed to Meet the Players Alone

"It feels great to represent 120 million refugees"

Amir Ansari, 24, came to Sweden after a flight from Afghanistan that was about to cost him his life. On Saturday, he makes his Olympic debut for the refugee team in the time trial.
"It feels great to represent 120 million refugees"

Guide: How the Historic Olympic Opening Ceremony Will Unfold

A historic boat trip, a massive security effort and an artist who has made the French right wing furious. Here is a guide ahead of the OS opening ceremony in Paris.
Guide: How the Historic Olympic Opening Ceremony Will Unfold

Clear with OS Organizers for 2030 and 2034

It is clear with the organizers for the Winter OS 2030 and 2034. The French Alps will get the games in 2030 – provided that the country's future government can provide financial guarantees.
Clear with OS Organizers for 2030 and 2034

Few Neutral Russians in the Olympics: "No Propaganda Victory"

Russian and Belarusian athletes are allowed to participate in the OS under certain conditions. But only 32 athletes are registered.
Few Neutral Russians in the Olympics: "No Propaganda Victory"

Russian campaign against the Olympics - "something we have to live with"

With just over a week left until the Olympic opening ceremony, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) admits that Russia is stepping up its campaigns to spread false information about the games in Paris. > It's a campaign that's ongoing.
Russian campaign against the Olympics - "something we have to live with"
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