Kirsty Muir wins slopestyle at Milan-Cortina 2026, proving she's a top GB freestyle skier born in 2004 and already making waves.
The 2026 Winter Olympics officially opened on February 6, 2026, with ceremonies held simultaneously in Milan's San Siro stadium and Cortina d'Ampezzo. The Games span over 350 kilometers across northern Italy, featuring 2,900 athletes from 90+ countries. The event blends Italian culture with global performances amid protests over U.S. ICE agents' advisory role and political tensions.
American curlers Korey Dropkin and Cory Thiesse advanced to the Olympic gold medal game after defeating Italy in the semifinals. They will face Swedish siblings Rasmus and Isabella Wrana in the final, aiming to secure the first US curling medal since 2018. The match is scheduled for today at 12:05 p.m. ET.
Recent reports show a severe decline in snow conditions across North America and Europe, driven by record warmth and low snowfall. Resorts in California, Utah, and Scotland have faced early closures or poor conditions, highlighting climate change's impact on winter sports and the variability of spring skiing.