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Fireworks explode over the National Stadium, also known as the Bird's Nest, at the end of the closing ceremony of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, in Beijing, China February 20, 2022.

Figure Skater Vincent Zhou Vents After Missing Olympics Closing Ceremony Over COVID Protocols

U.S. figure skater Vincent Zhou was not allowed to attend the Winter Olympics closing ceremony in Beijing amid COVID-19 concerns.

This Country Pays Its Olympic Gold Medalists $600,000 For Winning

Olympic rings are pictured atop the Olympic Tower during the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, in Beijing, China February 7, 2022.

In Hong Kong, athletes who win gold in the Olympics could get up to $642,000.

Here’s How Much US Olympic Gold Medalists Get Paid After Winning In 2022 Olympics

American Olympians who win a gold medal get awarded $37,500. Silver medalists get $22,400, while bronze medalists get $15,000.

DinigeerÂ Yilamujiang is a Uyghur cross-country skier from Xinjiang, and was one of the final torchbearers at the Olympics opening ceremony

Winter Olympics TV Ratings: How Many People Watched The 2022 Beijing Games Opening?

The Winter Olympics in Beijing made TV ratings history following the opening ceremony.

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Despite the lack of an official plan for the US to implement a so-called diplomatic boycott of the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, several lawmakers have already publicly praised the idea

US Announces Diplomatic Boycott Of 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics Over Treatment Of Uyghur Muslims

The Biden administration announced the U.S. will boycott the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing over human rights abuses victimizing Uyghur Muslims. All US athletes are expected to attend the games.

Fierce Competition Pushes Back The Oscars For 2021-2022

Competition from other major broadcasts and events have forced a delay in future Oscars telecasts. Get the full details after the jump.

Who Is Mariah Bell? U.S. Figure Skater Accused Of Injuring Her Competitor

Meet Mariah Bell, the U.S. figure skater who is accused of injuring her Korean competitor at the SU World Figure Skating Championships in Japan.

4 Things To Know About The Next Winter Olympics

China will play host to the Winter Olympics in 2022, which will feature new events and old venues.

Who Is Gus Kenworthy? Olympic Skier Criticizes Ivanka Trump For Attending 2018 Closing Ceremony

Olympic skier Gus Kenworthy questioned why the first daughter was at the Winter Olympics' closing ceremony.

Women's Figure Skating: Who Are Yevgenia Medvedeva, Bradie Tennell? Gold Medal Favorites

Some of the biggest names in figure skating including Yevgenia Medvedeva, Bradie Tennell and Mirai Nagasu set to compete.

Why Did Adam Rippon Refuse To Join NBC As Winter Olympics Correspondent?

Figure skater Adam Rippon explained why he ultimately decided not to join NBC as a correspondent at the 2018 Winter Olympics.

North Korean Cheerleaders Trained To Get ‘Into The Heart Of The Enemy’

North Korean cheerleaders are trained very differently than other cheerleaders from around the world.

Winter Olympics 2018: USA Skier Ted Ligety Hopes To Overcome Odds

American skier Ted Ligety is an underdog in trying to win another gold medal at the Olympics.

Who Is Markus Schairer? Snowboarder Breaks Neck During Winter Olympics

Australian snowboarder Markus Schairer suffered a severe neck injury in an accident during the 2018 Winter Olympics.

Who Is Mikaela Shiffrin? When To Watch The Alpine Skier Compete In Winter Olympics

Alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin will compete in her first event in the 2018 Winter Games if the wind doesn't interfere again.

Kim Jong-Un Impersonator Meets North Korean Cheerleaders At Olympics

Kim Jong-Un's impersonator returned to the Winter Olympics Wednesday, meeting the North Korean cheerleaders during a hockey game.

South Korea Will Pay North Korea’s 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics Bills

South Korea will pay cash-strapped North Korea's Olympic bills.

Winter Olympics 2018: Pyeongchang Games Hit By Cyber Attack

Hackers attacked the Winter Olympics before the opening ceremony.

Winter Olympics 2018: USA Men's Hockey Roster, Betting Odds For Pyeongchang

The U.S. men's hockey team isn't expected to go very far at the 2018 Winter Olympics.

Who Is Pita Taufatofua? Tonga Flag Bearer Is Back And Shirtless

The flag bearer from Tonga is back - this time to compete in cross-country skiing.

Winter Olympics 2018 Opening Ceremony: Who’s Performing, How To Watch Online

The festivities are just getting started.

Russian Athletes Appeal To Participate In Pyeongchang Game Rejected By Panel

The Court of Arbitration for Sport rejected the appeal of 47 players and coaches, hours before the Winter Olympics began.

Best Olympic Movies On Netflix: Films To Watch During 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Games

Netflix has plenty of options when it comes to movies about the Olympics.

Alternate Olympic Figure Skater Ashley Wagner Is In Pyeongchang For A 'Secret' Reason

Olympic figure skater Ashley Wagner is an alternate for U.S. figure skating, but said she was in Pyeonchang for a "secret" reason.

North Korea Military Parade: What Missiles Were On Display?

This year’s parade which was smaller and more private than last year’s equivalent, was attended by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his wife Ri Sol Ju.

Mike Pence Supports Adam Rippon, Gay Olympic Skater Who Refused A Meeting

Vice President Mike Pence is headed to South Korea, where he will attend the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics and lead the official U.S. delegation on Feb.9, 2018.

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