In a conversation with JTA, Gladwell explains Hitler’s lasting influence on the Olympics and gives his take on the veracity of calls to ban Israeli athletes from international competition.

“ Before the people of the world, let it now be noted that here, in our decision, this is what we stand for: justice, truth, and the value of a single human being ...

American Jesse Owens’ achievements at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin — he won four gold medals in the 100 meters, the 200m, the 4x100m relay, and the long jump — made him a track and field ...

Jesse Owens and Helen Stephens at the Berlin Olympic Games in 1936 Photo 12/UIG—Getty Images Gisela Mauermayer, of Germany, winner of the gold medal in the Discus event at the 1936 Olympic Games.

A review of The Boys in the Boat, George Clooney's handsome adaptation of the bestselling book bout the scrappy USA rowing team at the 1936 Olympics.

Bavarian ski resort Garmisch-Partenkirchen is applying to co-host the 2018 Winter Olympics, which it last hosted in 1936 under the Nazi regime. Locals still have fond memories of the games, but ...

American Jesse Owens’ achievements at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin – he won four gold medals in the 100 meters, the 200m, the 4x100m relay and the long jump – made him a track and field great.