The Latest Breaking News from Beijing Olympics

"We are now being pulled out of here," the Dutch reporter said.

ZHANGJIAKOU, China — Jessie Diggins didn't win a medal Saturday in her first race of the Beijing Olympics. That was hard to tell from her upbeat mood after a sixth-place finish in the women's 15-kilometer skiathlon.

Here are the latest Top News stories from The Canadian Press. All times are Eastern unless otherwise stated. Coverage plans are included when available. Entries are subject to change as news develops.

Vladimir Putin was seen taking a snooze during the opening ceremony of the Beijing Olympics Friday as Ukraine’s national team marched through the stadium. The Russian President was caught on camera in his chair with his eyes closed as the Ukrainian athletes were introduced, and their national anthem was loudly played in…

ZHANGJIAKOU, China — Canadian freestyle skier Mikael Kingsbury has been dethroned.

Lawyers say delay in case against three defendants including a Briton is to avoid embarrassing China

BEIJING — Canada made its mark on the medal table early at the Beijing Olympics, as speedskater Isabelle Weidemann raced to bronze in the women's 3,000 metres on Saturday.

ZHANGJIAKOU, China -- Ski jumper Ryoyu Kobayashi finished fourth in the men's normal hill individual qualification event at the Beijing Olympics on Saturday.

BEIJING — Canadian speedskater Isabelle Weidemann picked up Canada's first medal at the Beijing Olympics with bronze in the women's 3,000 metres.

BEIJING -- Ahead of the Beijing Olympics' opening ceremony at the National Stadium, known as the Bird's Nest, a spectacular show was held Friday night, featuring dance performances by children, local residents and others dressed in colorful costumes.

BEIJING — Canadian figure skater Keegan Messing is expected to arrive at the Beijing Olympics on Monday, a day before the men's short programs.