winter olympics 2014
Latest about winter olympics 2014
The Frozen North: Stunning Images of Russia from Above
By Live Science Staff published
The world's largest nation looks even more striking from space.
Will North Korea's Synchronized Cheerleaders Soften the Country's Image?
By Stephanie Pappas published
The mystery of the 229-woman squad is hard to ignore.
How Olympic Athletes Fare in Freezing Cold
By Rachael Rettner published
Athletes at the 2018 Olympic Games are dealing with some bitter-cold temperatures. But does the chill affect athlete's performance?
Gut Reaction: Does Intense Training Affect Olympic Athletes' Poop?
By Mindy Weisberger published
How do Olympic athletes' diets and exercise regimens affect their performance … in the bathroom?
Meet the Adorable Olympic Mascots, Soohorang and Bandabi
By Mindy Weisberger published
What's the story behind South Korea's Olympic mascots?
Russia at the Winter Olympics: Decision to Ban Some Athletes Changes Yet Again
By Rachael Rettner published
More than a dozen Russian athletes who recently had their lifetime bans from the Olympics overturned may not be allowed to compete in this year's Winter Olympics after all.
10 Biggest Doping Scandals in Olympics History
By Greg Uyeno published
On the world's biggest stage, at the Olympic Games, there are all too many instances of athletes who have turned to the use of a chemical advantage to gain a leg up on their fellow competitors.
Sign up for the Live Science daily newsletter now
Get the world’s most fascinating discoveries delivered straight to your inbox.