Wednesday, 4 August 2021

Simone Biles addresses for 1st time whether Nassar abuse impacted Olympics performance

Biles shared on social media back in 2018 that she was among the more than 150 victims who said they were abused by the former USA Gymnastics team doctor.

Tokyo medals are 'not edible' (but athletes keep biting them anyway)

Many Olympic champions pose biting down on their gold medals, prompting organizers of this year's games to joke on Twitter: "We just want to officially confirm that the Tokyo 2020 medals are not edible!"

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A taste of Tokyo on the TODAY plaza

Maiko Kyogoku, owner of New York restaurant "Bess-O," joins TODAY on the plaza to share a variety of delicious Japanese dishes. Kyogoku says pickling foods is common in Japan and demonstrates how she uses radishes and other vegetables and spices in her meals. She also makes grilled romaine with crispy sesame dressing and salmon ikura crispy rice.

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See Prince William and Kate's birthday message for Meghan featuring fun throwback pic

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge joined other members of the royal family in celebrating her special day.

Olympics firsts: These athletes are making history at the Tokyo Games

They're not just winning gold - they're first in history to make their mark.

John Corbett reveals he and Bo Derek are married

Actors John Corbett and Bo Derek got married in a secret ceremony last December after 20 years together. Corbett made their marriage public in a new interview Tuesday.

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Wrestler Kyle Dake makes Olympic debut

Kyle Dake has awaited his Olympic debut for eight years. He dethroned Jordan Burroughs, who dominated their weight class for almost a decade, to punch his ticket to Tokyo. Dake tells NBC's Tom Llamas what he's learned about himself and wrestling throughout his journey and what he's looking forward to in Tokyo.

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