Topic: 1976 Summer Olympics

Ashton Eaton savors new world record in decathlon (+video)

Ashton Eaton finished the US Olympic trials with 9,039 points and beat the 11-year-old world record in the decathlon by 13 points. Ashton Eaton joins Americans Bruce Jenner, Dan O'Brien, Bob Mathias, and Rafer Johnson as world record holders in the decathlon.

15 biggest moments for women in the Olympics

Since 1900, when women first began competing in the Olympic Games, there have been many unforgettable moments. 

Queen Elizabeth's granddaughter to compete in London Olympics

Zara Phillips will compete for Britain in eventing, an equestrian sport that combines dressage, show jumping and cross country.

America vs. Canada, Round 1: Who won Winter Olympic redemption?

Both Canada and the US broke long losing streaks Sunday. The US won its first-ever medal in Nordic combined. Canada won its first-ever gold on home soil. But which was a bigger deal?

Why the Olympics still matter

Vancouver opens a quadrennial rite that, with its daring triple axels, suborbital ski jumps, and inspiring teamwork, can uplift a world weary of conflict and recession.

Vancouver Olympics 2010 Preview

Less than 18 months after Beijing capped its spectacular hosting of the summer Olympics, the XXI Winter Games will open in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Feb. 12.

For US gymnasts, 1-2 is the perfect number