Boxing in ancient Greece originated as a very tough sport, much harder than professional boxing as we know it today.

The 144th Session of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) held at Ancient Olympia is expected to elect a new President ...

Central to this ethos is the concept of the ‘Olympic Truce,’ a tradition rooted in ancient Greece and championed by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). This article delves into the historical ...

Seven candidates in the IOC presidential election came to the most sacred Olympic site two days before the contest Thursday ...

Picture yourself standing where the original Olympic Games took place ... and other relics that offer insight into the lives of the ancient Greeks. One of the museum's star attractions is the ...

the city that in ancient times was the birthplace of the games that later inspired the modern Olympic Games. Greece’s culture minister, Lina Mendoni, attended a ceremony Friday at the museum ...

As the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games, this quaint village on the Greek mainland is often missed by holidaymakers. However, it boasts a wealth of historical sites and intriguing museums.

European Olympic Committees President Spyros Capralos delivers a speech during the opening ceremony for the the 144th ...

Comparison of the Diets of Ancient Greek and Roman Athletes with Modern Practices Authors: Dr. Adrian Paul Harrison (unseen) ...

ANCIENT OLYMPIA, Greece (AP) — Seven candidates in the ... given the world two wonderful gifts — democracy and the Olympic Games,” said IOC President Thomas Bach, who has reached the maximum ...