August 2016
Dilma Rousseff Removed from Presidency of Brazil
Dilma Rousseff has been removed from her presidency by the Brazilian Senate due to budget law violations after a lengthy impeachment process. Michel Temer, her…
Rousseff: If I am removed, history will judge Brazil's decision
Dilma Rousseff, the suspended President of Brazil, defended herself against impeachment accusations in the Senate, claiming her innocence and highlighting the political motivations behind the…
Putin Calls Ban on Paralympic Participation 'Unethical and Inhumane'
Vladimir Putin condemned the ban on Russian athletes from the Paralympics as unethical and announced plans to hold similar competitions in Russia. This situation highlights…
Rio 2016 Ends; Iran Finishes 25th with Eight Medals
Iran finished the Rio 2016 Olympics in 25th place with eight medals, including a historic bronze by female taekwondo athlete Kimia Alizadeh. This performance marks…
Rio 2016: Protests Over Behdad Salimi's Disqualification
Behdad Salimi was disqualified from the Rio 2016 Olympics after judges rejected his clean and jerk attempts despite setting a world record. This led to…
Iranian Activist: I Will Again Show the Slogan for Women's Presence in Stadiums in Rio
Darya Safai, an Iranian activist, continues to advocate for women's right to enter stadiums, having previously protested at the Rio Olympics. Despite facing security interventions,…
Brazil Arrests Two Suspects of 'Terrorist Activities' in Rio
Brazilian authorities have arrested two suspects linked to potential terrorist activities during the Rio Olympics, following earlier arrests of 12 individuals suspected of ties to…
The Olympics: From Myth to Reality
The article discusses the historical evolution of the Olympics from ancient Greece to the modern era, highlighting significant changes in ideals, rituals, and organization. Jason…
Brazilian Senate Votes for Impeachment and Trial of Dilma Rousseff
The Brazilian Senate has voted to impeach President Dilma Rousseff amid ongoing Olympic events. This could lead to her permanent removal from office and the…
Income and Expenditure of Rio 2016
The article discusses the significance of hosting the Olympics for politicians, highlighting the mixed economic outcomes of past events. It emphasizes that beyond financial considerations,…
The Rio Olympics Begins with a Call for Peace and Respect for Nature
The Rio 2016 Olympics opened with themes of peace and respect for nature, amidst significant security concerns due to global terrorism and Brazil's own political…
271 Russian Athletes Granted Permission to Compete in the 2016 Rio Olympics
271 Russian athletes have received permission to compete in the 2016 Rio Olympics, despite previous accusations of state-sponsored doping. This decision is seen as a…