The Justice Department dismissed a criminal case against former Olympian David Hearn, initially charged with damaging the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool. Government lawyers now attribute the damage to "flawed installation" by a contractor, not vandalism, citing new documents received after the indictment.
US prosecutors dropped vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn, initially blamed by Donald Trump for damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. New evidence suggests the damage resulted from a "flawed installation" by contractors overseen by the Department of Interior, not vandalism.
The U.S. Attorney for D.C. dismissed felony vandalism charges against Olympic canoeist David Hearn, initially accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The dismissal came after new evidence indicated the damage was due to a "flawed installation" by the contractor, not vandalism, with prosecutors blaming the Interior Department for delayed information.
The US Department of Justice admitted President Trump's $14 million Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation was "hasty and botched," leading to the dismissal of a criminal case against former Olympian David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the monument.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro moved to dismiss felony charges against former Olympian David Hearn, accused of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, after the Trump administration admitted damage was due to flawed installation, not vandalism.
Federal prosecutors have dismissed the vandalism case against David Hearn, 67, former Olympian, citing that damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was due to flawed installation by contractor Atlantic Industrial Coatings, not vandalism, following a $14-million renovation.
The US Justice Department seeks to dismiss charges against David Hearn, a former Olympian accused of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, citing new evidence attributing the damage to a flawed contractor installation and rush to complete the project before the America 250 celebration.
Madias Ngake, a Cameroonian-born weightlifter now representing England, wins 86kg silver at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, 14 years after fleeing persecution for her sexuality in Cameroon following the London 2012 Olympics.
Indian Olympian and Commonwealth Games silver medallist Tulika Maan has been provisionally suspended by NADA for three alleged whereabouts failures within 12 months, ending her Glasgow 2026 participation. She is scheduled to appear before NADA on Thursday, facing a potential two-year ban.
A D.C. judge set a September trial date for former Olympic canoe racer David Hearn, charged with felony property destruction for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Hearn pleaded not guilty, claiming political motivation and improper evidence preservation by the government.
Double Winter Olympic champion Matt Weston, Britain's most successful male Winter Olympian, has become an athlete advocate for Protect Our Winters (POW). He decided to use his raised profile to speak out against climate change after witnessing its impact on winter landscapes and training conditions, advocating for solutions like improved public transport.
Yao Ming, a prominent Chinese NBA star and three-time Olympian, formally announced his retirement from competitive basketball in Shanghai on July 20, 2011, citing persistent injuries. He described the move as "a comma, not a full stop," hinting at future plans.
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn pleaded not guilty to property destruction charges for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Prosecutors claim it was a deliberate act, while Hearn's attorneys argue the evidence is weak and he was a scapegoat for a failed renovation.
Former US Olympian David Hearn pleaded not guilty to felony destruction of property charges for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Hearn, accused of causing $1,000 in damages, claims he did not rip or remove sealant during renovations.
Former Olympic canoe racer David Hearn pleaded not guilty to property destruction charges for allegedly damaging Washington's reflecting pool. Supporters rallied outside court, calling the charges "concocted" and a "scapegoat" for administration failures.
Former US Olympian David "Davey" Hearn pleaded not guilty to vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a case drawing national attention amid accusations that the Trump administration is shifting blame for a troubled renovation that led to algae growth and peeling liner.
Former Olympian David Hearn was indicted on a felony charge for property destruction at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The US Attorney's office stated Hearn "forcefully and violently" ripped up sealant, causing over $1,000 in damage.
David "Davey" Hearn, a three-time Olympic canoeist, has been charged with felony destruction of property for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Authorities claim he ripped recently installed sealant, causing $1,000 in damage. Hearn's attorneys deny the charges, calling them outrageous and an attempt to shift blame.
Les Mills, the New Zealand former Olympian, fitness expert, and founder of the global Les Mills International brand, has died at the age of 91. Mills, who competed in four Olympic Games and served as Auckland's mayor, opened his first gym in 1968.
Hong Kong selects its strongest triathlon squad for the Asian Games, with Oscar Coggins and Robin Elg automatically qualified, while injuries cast doubt over Bailee Brown's participation. Wong Tsz-to secures the third men's spot, and the Wright twins are chosen for the women's team.
Uluslararası Olimpiyat Komitesi (IOC), sporcuların kariyer geçişlerini desteklemek amacıyla her Olimpiyat dönemi başına 140 milyon dolarlık 'Geleceğe Hazır Olimpik Sporcu Bursu' fonu ayırdı. Bu destek, Milano Cortina 2026 Kış Olimpiyatları'ndan itibaren geçerli olacak ve her sporcuya 10.000 dolar sağlanacak.
British Olympians and Paralympians support a proposed north of England bid to host the Games, citing the region's passion for sport and potential for a successful event
Current and former British athletes, including cycling stars and Paralympians, have endorsed a proposed bid for Northern England to host the 2040 Olympic and Paralympic Games, citing the region's passion for sport and world-class venues.
Olympian David Hearn, 62, was arrested and charged with a misdemeanor for allegedly vandalizing the Reflecting Pool, which has peeling blue paint and algae blooms after a $14 million Trump administration repair. Hearn denies the claims, stating he only touched a loose flap of coating out of curiosity.
