In the News
In every corner of the earth, Special Olympics is changing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. These news stories come from all around the world.
Michael Phelps Surprises Special Olympics Arizona Swimmers
The 10th Anniversary of the Michael Phelps Foundation culminated with a water safety event in Peoria, Arizona on Saturday, August 25, 2018.
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Remembering Denny Alldridge
The Special Olympics family is mourning the loss of Denny Alldridge. He died Sept. 5th at his home in Stoughton, WI. He was 72.
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Behind the Scenes with La Casa de Carlota
The production team had this to say about working on the Casa Carlota piece, “Everyone at La Casa de Carlota was warm and friendly and seemed to truly enjoy working there.
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2018 World Tennis Invitational Santo Domingo
The Special Olympics World Tennis Invitational will be a unifying world class tennis tournament.
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WWE’s Big Show teams up with Special Olympics
Special Olympics International announced today that WWE Superstar, Big Show, will be the newest Special Olympics Global Ambassador.
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Remembering Aretha Franklin, "A Very Special Christmas" Artist
“Aretha Franklin brought joy to millions — and engaged as many hearts and minds through her advocacy,” Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver said.
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We’re ready for the Inclusion Revolution, are you?
This week Special Olympics unveiled a revamped website. Our goal? Make it easy for you to get involved, read inspiring stories of our athletes and learn more about our movement.
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Slovakia Wins Inaugural Unified Cup
Slovakia returned home from Chicago as champions of the inaugural Special Olympics Unified Cup presented by Toyota.
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Smithsonian Highlights Our Athletes, Our History
“Special Olympics at 50” exhibit at the National Museum of American History celebrates diversity and inclusion in sports
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See How the World Lit Up to Mark Our 50th Anniversary
More than 225 landmarks across the planet proudly displayed a familiar color in celebration of Special Olympics.
Singapore's Play Inclusive 2018 Was a Hit
Some 450 participants from 38 different schools took part in Football, Floorball, Basketball and Badminton.
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Celebrating 50 Years of Inclusion
Watch some of the incredible moments from the last 50 years of Special Olympics.