Why are the Olympics held every four years?: Quick Facts

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Senegal is hosting Africa's first Olympic event as citizens battle a cost of living crisis • Nov. 2, 2026, 4:46 AM ET (AP)

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Fireworks in the shape of the Olympic Rings light up the night sky above the illuminated National Stadium during the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games opening ceremony.

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