On this day in history, July 20, 1968, the first Special Olympics Summer Games are held in Chicago
Fox News
On this day in history, July 20, 1968, the first Special Olympics International Games were held in Chicago, organized by Eunice Kennedy Shriver, sister of President John F. Kennedy.
About 1,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities from the United States and Canada competed in the first Special Olympics International Summer Games in Chicago, the Special Olympics’ official website noted. "Children with intellectual disabilities can be exceptional athletes and … through sports they can realize their potential for growth." Kennedy Shriver was changing the way people acted and reacted toward the intellectually disabled, the National Museum of American History noted. By the early 21st century, there were chapters in approximately 200 countries. In June 2023, the Special Olympics Summer World Games held in Berlin, Germany, welcomed 7,000 Special Olympics athletes and unified partners from approximately 190 countries to compete in 26 sports. Erica Lamberg is a contributing reporter for Fox News Digital.
The Special Olympics were developed by Eunice Kennedy Shriver, a sister of President John F. Kennedy.
A judge ruled that a federal discrimination suit against the New York State Education Department can move forward after parents said that their children were discriminated against.
Erik Elliott, a master sommelier based in Napa Valley, California, recommends telling a waiter, bartender or sommelier what your preferred price point is for a glass or bottle of wine.
In the latest Alzheimer’s research, hidden fat in various parts of the body was shown to be an early warning sign of the common dementia — as long as 20 years prior to symptoms emerging.
A firearm found during excavations in the Santa Cruze Valley of Arizona is believed to be the "oldest" to be found in the continental United States to date. Pottery and other weaponry were also found.
Delta Air Lines and Shake Shack have officially debuted their burger in the air and a passenger posted a photo of the meal, causing social media users to react.
Rhubarb is a vegetable boasting impressive health benefits. Vitamin K and C are abundant in rhubarb, as well as calcium and fiber. Mix into a salsa or nutritious smoothie to reap the benefits.
Make the most of Travel Tuesday with this holiday gift guide showing deep discounts on flights, hotels and more. See these deals from American Airlines, Delta and others.
Speaking exclusively to Fox News Digital, business and life strategist Tony Robbins revealed his personal passion for helping hungry people around the world — including in America.
During the cold months of the year, activities like skiing and ice skating are popular. If you want to visit a state full of festivity this winter, this guide offers several favorable options.
After Natalie Rex was diagnosed with Friedreich’s ataxia -- a rare genetic and usually fatal neurological disease -- her twin sister, Melanie, became her roommate and caregiver.
Onions, like many fresh produce items, can become contaminated with E. coli if they are exposed to contaminated water or soil during growing, harvesting or processing.