Is playing chess a weight-loss hack?

Chess requires players to sit for extended periods of time, but some evidence suggests that this stationary game can actually contribute to burning calories and shedding pounds.

Dutch beach volleyball player convicted of rape continues to get booed by Olympics fans

Dutch beach volleyball player Steven van de Velde, who served 13 months in prison for raping a 12-year-old girl, continues to face intense backlash and booing at the Paris Olympics. Despite widespread outrage, the International Olympic Committee says it can't prevent his participation. But why is he even allowed to be there?