The modern Olympics remain both a sporting competition and a symbolic institution shaped by history and aspiration.

On April 6, 1896, the Olympic Games were reborn in Athens, 1,500 years after Roman Emperor Theodosius I banned them in 393 ...

Ancient Greek weightlifter Bybon went down in history for the feat of lifting a 316-pound stone overhead with one hand.

The Olympic Opening Ceremony's controversy has renewed interest in divine dinners, during which sitting down for food is more ...

On April 6, 1957, Aristotle Onassis acquired Olympic Airways from the Greek government, ushering in what would become known ...

April 6th marks significant global events, from the 1896 rebirth of the Olympic Games to the US entry into World War I in ...

On April 6, 1994, a plane crash sparked the Rwandan genocide, a tragic event central to discussions on hate, politics, and ...

The first modern Olympic Games begin in Athens, Greece. James B. Connelly wins the first event — the hop, step and jump. 1936 — Horton Smith edges Harry Cooper by one stroke to win ...

The Minoan civilization flourished between roughly 2000 and 1500 B.C. on Crete and nearby islands. How did it come to an end?

The Artemis II crew entered the lunar sphere of influence — aka the moon’s gravity — ahead of today’s flight around its dark ...

Bicentennial coins were minted, bicentennial postage stamps were printed, and CBS aired nightly “Bicentennial Minute” educational segments. The day itself saw the maritime spectacle of tall ships ...

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