Cardboard cutouts: ‘Stiff’ beds in Olympic Village receive mixed reviews as Paris Games wind down
PARIS - Athletes at the 2024 Paris Olympics have mixed reactions to the eco-friendly cardboard beds in the Olympic Village, with some criticizing the lack of comfort. Despite the complaints, the Paris Olympic Committee defends the decision, emphasizing the environmental benefits.
AR takes center stage at Paris Olympics, from interactive vending machines to immersive posters
PARIS - The Paris 2024 Olympics features over 15 immersive AR experiences through collaborations with Snap Inc. and Coca-Cola. Discover innovative ways to engage with the Games, from interactive Lenses to the world's first AR vending machine.
As closing ceremony nears, Paris drag community offers support of artistic Olympic celebrations
PARIS - The Paris Olympics’ opening ceremony celebrated the city’s diversity with drag queens, sparking a lively debate involving inclusivity and Christianity. Defended by performers from Madame Arthur and supported by Deputy Mayor Féréric Hocquad, the event showed Paris’s commitment to artistic freedom and inclusivity despite backlash.
Japan captures first breaking gold as new Olympic sport bring street culture to the world stage
PARIS - Team USA Breaking will make its Olympic debut in Paris. Dancers hope to inspire youth movement in the sport, even if it won’t return in Los Angeles.
From hanging with Snoop to fangirling over athletes, the U.S. women’s basketball team seeks balance during Olympics
PARIS - The US. women’s basketball team has a very short time to build chemistry, but they are doing well so far. The talent on the team helps them come together. They also are taking some time to enjoy this Olympics outside of competition.
‘I mean, I love them’: Suns fans from around globe head to Lille to see Devin Booker, Kevin Durant at Paris Olympics
PARIS - Since the 1992 Dream Team brought worldwide attention to the NBA, every team including the Suns has seen their fan base expand around the world. In 2024 Suns fans are well represented at the Olympics.
On target: Arizona archer Brady Ellison captures silver medal in Paris Olympics
PARIS - Five-time Olympic archer Brady Ellison won the silver medal in Paris, adding to his impressive career. Despite narrowly missing gold, Ellison continues to inspire young archers in Arizona, with his wife, Toja, and local supporters celebrating his achievements.
From ASU student to Olympics executive: Rocky Harris credits lessons learned in Tempe for USOPC success
PARIS -Rocky Harris, who sports the title of Chief of Sport and Athlete Services for the USOPC, embraces his roots at Arizona State, where he was a student and later COO. His journey from collegiate sports to the international Olympic stage highlights his dedication to holistic athlete care and lifelong success.
Five Sunkist Kids Wrestling Club competitors take mat in Paris Olympics before organization shuts down
PARIS - After the Martori family announced the closure of the Sunkist Kids Wrestling Club after 40-plus years of dominance, the final five wrestlers to represent the club are competing in the Paris Olympics before the club shuts down.
Paris’ bicycling infrastructure a model that Phoenix, Los Angeles should copy, officials say
PARIS - During Summer Olympics, Paris confirms it is the “gold medal” standard for bicycle infrastructure. Officials say U.S. cities including Phoenix, Los Angeles should model their plan.
A young journalist leaves the comfort of the Paris Games for an emotional journey to Normandy
Once occupied by the Nazi regime, France now welcomes the world to the Olympic Games with extreme gratefulness 80 years after the Allied liberation of their homeland. A young journalists honors his great-grandfather in Normandy.
The cost of living in Paris: Olympics put spotlight on city working to find affordable living solutions
PARIS - During the Paris Olympics, city officials address issues related to affordable housing and potential gentrification. The cost of living has made rent a challenge for low-income and middle-income residents.
