Is Fukushima Safe for the Olympics? Is Fukushima Safe for the Olympics?
A recent visit suggests that the repercussions of the 2011 nuclear disaster aren't over.
Jul 25, 2019 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff
These Women Have Lost Their Homes to the Olympics in Tokyo—Twice These Women Have Lost Their Homes to the Olympics in Tokyo—Twice
They were displaced from their homes 55 years ago to make way for the 1964 Tokyo Olympics and now, more than five decades later, they have been displaced again.
Jul 23, 2019 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff
The 2020 Olympics Are Likely to Be a Disaster The 2020 Olympics Are Likely to Be a Disaster
After spending a day with Tokyo’s anti-Olympics organizers, it was clear why they are angry about the 2020 Olympics—and that they are ready to fight.
Jul 22, 2019 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff
Is Tokyo Ready for the Olympic Juggernaut? Is Tokyo Ready for the Olympic Juggernaut?
Tokyo says that it’s ready to host the 2020 Olympics. The early numbers—and quality of Olympic leadership—are not encouraging.
Jul 18, 2019 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff
The European Olympics’ Bad Romance The European Olympics’ Bad Romance
Holding the European Olympics in Minsk makes a mockery of the Olympic Charter.
Jun 20, 2019 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff
The International Olympic Committee Builds a New Headquarters After Leaving Rio Crippled by Debt The International Olympic Committee Builds a New Headquarters After Leaving Rio Crippled by Debt
Rio’s Olympic organizers all but begged the IOC to help them pay off their debts, but they refused to lend a hand.
Apr 4, 2019 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff
Calgary Olympic Bid Goes Down in Flames Calgary Olympic Bid Goes Down in Flames
The host city for the famed 1988 Winter Games decided overwhelmingly that it did not want a second bite at the poisoned Olympic apple.
Nov 20, 2018 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff
A Poll Sheds Light on Tough Los Angeles Olympic Truths A Poll Sheds Light on Tough Los Angeles Olympic Truths
A recent poll by the group No Olympics LA demonstrates a clear need for a public vote on the games.
Oct 11, 2018 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff
Winter Olympic Roundup: New Athletic Heroes Alongside the Same Old Grifts Winter Olympic Roundup: New Athletic Heroes Alongside the Same Old Grifts
The awe-inspiring athletes should not obscure the ugly realities of the games.
Feb 26, 2018 / Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff
15 Million Reasons Why Russian Olympians May Get Their Flags Back 15 Million Reasons Why Russian Olympians May Get Their Flags Back
Two failed drug tests mean little compared to a large payout from Russia to the IOC.
Feb 23, 2018 / Jules Boykoff and Dave Zirin