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Simone Biles' Olympic Experience Highlights The Issue Of Mental Health

6:14am July 28, 2021

Simone Biles has withdrawn from two women's gymnastics events, saying the Olympics have been "really stressful." On Wednesday, she withdrew from the individual all-around final.

News Brief: CDC Mask Guidance, Jan. 6 Riot Hearing, Simone Biles' Decision

5:54am July 28, 2021

The CDC reverses masking recommendation. Four police officers testify at hearing on the Capitol insurrection. Gymnast Simone Biles withdraws from the individual all-around at the Tokyo Games.

Katie Ledecky Wins Her First Gold Of The Tokyo Olympics

11:18pm July 27, 2021

by Merrit Kennedy

The biggest star of U.S. swimming has not had the start to these Olympics that she wanted. But she absolutely dominated in the 1,500 meter freestyle race.

British Olympic diver Tom Daley won his first gold medal on Monday after competing in three other Olympic games.

Openly LGBTQ Olympians Would Rank 14th In Medal Wins If They Were A Country

7:34pm July 27, 2021

by Vanessa Romo

Ten years ago there were only about two dozen openly LGBTQ Olympians competing in the games. Today, there are more than 160.

Players React To The NFL's New Vaccine Policy

7:08pm July 27, 2021

Last week, the NFL announcing penalties for unvaccinated players next season. NPR's Ailsa Chang talked to Defector reporter Kalyn Kahler about how the policy works and what's at stakes for players.

Kansas City Chiefs Removed Their Offensive Mascot, But Have No Plans To Change Name

5:17pm July 27, 2021

by Luke X. Martin

Kansas City's pro football team has retired a longtime on-field personality, Warpaint the horse, over concerns about the use of Native American imagery. Groups insist the Chiefs' name be changed.

Simone Biles Has Withdrawn From Gymnastics Team Finals For Mental Health Reasons

4:44pm July 27, 2021

by Tom Goldman

Simone Biles pulled out of the women's gymnastics Olympics team finals competition for mental health reasons. A winner of five Olympic medals, Biles' reason was the pressure she carries.

Simone Biles looks on during the women's gymnastics team final during the Tokyo Olympics on Tuesday. After competing on the vault, Biles withdrew from team competition.

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Simone Biles Reminds Us That Even Superstars Feel The Pressure

4:43pm July 27, 2021

by Bill Chappell

After her surprise withdrawal from the gymnastics team final at the Tokyo Olympics, the star American gymnast amplified recent statements that the immense stress she faces has been affecting her.

Simone Biles from the U.S. performs on the vault during the gymnastics women's team final at the Summer Olympics on Tuesday in Tokyo.

Simone Biles Says She Pulled Out Of Gymnastics Finals Due To Mental Health Concerns

3:10pm July 27, 2021

"I tried to go out here and have fun," the U.S. superstar said, "but once I came out here, I was like, 'no, mental is not there, so I just need to let the girls do it and focus on myself.'"

Gold medalist Lydia Jacoby of the United States celebrates on the podium after the final of the women's 100-meter breaststroke.

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At Just 17, Lydia Jacoby Wins Gold In 100m Breaststroke And Makes History For Alaska

2:30pm July 27, 2021

by Deepa Shivaram

The teenager and first-time Olympian took home the gold in a surprise win, beating out teammate and returning champion Lilly King. The gold was the first one in swimming for her home state of Alaska.