Olympics 2024
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What cash prizes do Paralympians win if they medal?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 28, 2024
Paralympians recently started receiving as much as Olympians for each gold, silver and bronze. That extra amount helps these athletes, who have to pay a lot of money for training and equipment.
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How do athletes in niche sports like breaking, table tennis and artistic swimming make money?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 23, 2024
These athletes can find work coaching others, doing corporate events and getting gigs in the entertainment industry.
The Olympic Village offers free health care. Here’s how much it would cost in the U.S.
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 9, 2024
U.S. rugby star Ariana Ramsey received medical services at no charge, then lamented the expenses faced by Americans back home.
Can you live in the Olympic Village after the games are over?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 9, 2024
Some countries are able to convert the Olympic Village into residential housing, but the price is out of reach for many.
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Breaking — also known as breakdancing — is making its Olympics debut
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Matt Lines
Aug 9, 2024
It all started in the Bronx in the 1970s. Now, breaking has made it to the biggest stage in sports.
For some athletes, winning an Olympic medal comes with a cash prize
Aug 6, 2024
Here's what winning gold is worth for U.S. athletes — and who's paying.