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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Bielle-Biarrey named Six Nations player of the tournament for second year running

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, while Louis Bielle-Biarrey wins the 2026 Six Nations Player of the Championship.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Keely Hodgkinson doubles down on West Ham criticism in London Stadium dispute

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting in critical societal issues.
#olympics
fromQueerty
4 days ago
LGBT

"Wouldn't want it any other way": These two brothers are funding their Olympic dreams one OF subscription at a time - Queerty

LGBT
fromQueerty
4 days ago

"Wouldn't want it any other way": These two brothers are funding their Olympic dreams one OF subscription at a time - Queerty

Klass Francisks Rozentals embraces his Olympic dream funded by OF, rejecting criticism and emphasizing the necessity of side hustles for athletes.
Women
fromThe Local France
2 days ago

How to watch the Women's Six Nations on TV in France

The Women's Six Nations tournament begins on April 11th, featuring France's team aiming to challenge England's dominance.
#tennis
fromDefector
3 days ago
World news

Ons Jabeur Is Making It Harder For The Tennis World To Ignore Palestine | Defector

Tennis players largely remain silent on Palestine, with few exceptions like Coco Gauff and Ons Jabeur who advocate for awareness and support.
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago
Paris food

The most beautiful tennis court in the world is hidden in a building in Paris

La Cavalerie is a unique tennis club in Paris, offering a historic experience with stunning views and exclusive membership.
World news
fromDefector
3 days ago

Ons Jabeur Is Making It Harder For The Tennis World To Ignore Palestine | Defector

Tennis players largely remain silent on Palestine, with few exceptions like Coco Gauff and Ons Jabeur who advocate for awareness and support.
Paris food
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago

The most beautiful tennis court in the world is hidden in a building in Paris

La Cavalerie is a unique tennis club in Paris, offering a historic experience with stunning views and exclusive membership.
#figure-skating
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Skiing

Canadian ice dancers Gilles, Poirier claim silver at worlds for 3rd straight year in potential swan song | CBC Sports

fromWIRED
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Figure Skaters at the 2026 Winter Olympics Are Pushing the Limits of What's Possible

Skiing
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Canadian ice dancers Gilles, Poirier claim silver at worlds for 3rd straight year in potential swan song | CBC Sports

Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier won silver at the world figure skating championships, marking their third consecutive season on the podium.
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Figure Skaters at the 2026 Winter Olympics Are Pushing the Limits of What's Possible

#transgender-athletes
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago
Women in technology

France calls IOC sex testing a step backwards' while Trump praises move

Transgender women athletes are now excluded from female events at the Olympics due to new IOC eligibility policies.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago
LGBT

Olympics urged to drop reported gender test plans for female athletes

Over 80 human rights and sports groups oppose the IOC's reported plans for universal genetic sex testing and blanket bans on transgender and intersex athletes.
LGBT
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Olympics urged to drop reported gender test plans for female athletes

Over 80 human rights and sports groups oppose the IOC's reported plans for universal genetic sex testing and blanket bans on transgender and intersex athletes.
#ioc
LGBT
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

The Olympics Is Repeating One of Its Worst Mistakes

The IOC's new anti-trans testing policy revives discriminatory practices from the past, undermining the progress made in gender inclusivity in sports.
LGBT
fromThe Walrus
6 days ago

The Olympics Anti-Trans Policy Is Really about Policing Women | The Walrus

The IOC's new policy bans trans women from women's categories, limiting access for many female athletes and reversing progress in sports equality.
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

It's something bling': Gout Gout ready to sparkle as he enters new phase of sprint career

Gout Gout expresses growing confidence ahead of a rematch with Lachie Kennedy at the Maurie Plant Meet, highlighting his experience and training improvements.
Paris food
fromSoccer News
6 days ago

Doue delighted after opening France goal account - Soccer News

Desire Doue scored his first two goals for France in a 3-1 win over Colombia, expressing pride and happiness in the victory.
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Today's Atlantic Trivia: Sports Leagues

France technically spans more time zones than any other country due to its overseas territories. The European part exists entirely within one time zone.
France news
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

What Makes the Olympics Feel So Good?

Healthy competition fosters community, trust, and mutual improvement, while toxic competition drives anxiety and isolation in workplaces.
Miami Heat
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Erik Spoelstra: Kevin Durant playing in '28 Olympics would be 'incredible'

Erik Spoelstra, coaching the 2028 U.S. Olympic basketball team, expresses interest in Kevin Durant potentially competing for a fifth Olympic gold medal.
fromwww.thelocal.fr
4 weeks ago

Inside France: Middle East, Municipal elections and cross-Channel sporting banter

The first round of local elections happens next Sunday (March 15th), with 34,000 communes, from tiny villages up to the major cities, heading out to elect the local mayors who play a huge part in shaping the life and infrastructure of each area.
France news
Skiing
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

Trail Runners Represent at Front of Olympic Skimo Mixed Relay

Ski mountaineering debuted at the 2026 Olympics with a mixed relay race, revealing significant crossover between ski mountaineering and trail running among top competitors.
#winter-olympics
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fromESPN.com
1 month ago

2030 French Alps Winter Olympics: The way-too-early preview

The United States women's hockey team appears poised to begin a long-term dominance heading into the 2030 Olympics, while men's hockey remains wide open.
#2026-winter-olympics
fromElite Traveler
1 month ago

Where to Try the Winter Olympics' Most Unconventional Sports

When Salt Lake City hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics, Deer Valley was at the heart of the action - and in 2034 it will once again take centre stage as the venue for freestyle moguls and aerials. Today, guests at The St. Regis Deer Valley can connect directly to that Olympic legacy through an exclusive partnership with the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation.
Skiing
Exercise
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

My 15-year-old is training for the 2034 Olympics. We are considering looking for financial sponsors for him.

Gavin Canzano, 15, is a talented aerial skier training with the US Ski Team program, supported by his parents pursuing the 2034 Olympics.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French chief executive of 2030 Olympic Games becomes latest director to quit

The chief executive of the 2030 Winter Olympics organizing committee in the French Alps resigned following irreparable differences with the committee president, marking the fourth senior executive departure in two months.
US news
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Quad God and American Reckoning at the Olympics

Ilia Malinin, a 21-year-old American figure skater nicknamed the Quad God, attempted quads and a quadruple axel but faltered in his free skate.
Fashion & style
fromVulture
1 month ago

Yes, That Was Leonardo DiCaprio's Girlfriend at the Olympics

Vittoria Ceretti led Italy's flag at the 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony in Armani couture while asserting independence amid her relationship with Leonardo DiCaprio.
#milano-cortina-2026
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago
Snowboarding

[OLYMPICS] Pre-Opening Day Recap: Big Air Qualis & Downhill Training (Oh, and Curling) - SnowBrains

fromSnowBrains
1 month ago
Snowboarding

[OLYMPICS] Pre-Opening Day Recap: Big Air Qualis & Downhill Training (Oh, and Curling) - SnowBrains

#womens-hockey
Design
fromFast Company
1 month ago

This year's Olympic torch was designed to disappear

The Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic torch is sustainable, made from recycled materials, refillable up to ten times, and minimalist to emphasize the shared human flame.
#open-sud-de-france
East Bay (California)
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Europe's rising diversity is not reflected at the Winter Olympics. Culture plays a big role

Snowboarding helped Somali-born Maryan Hashi integrate into Swedish society, yet European winter sports remain overwhelmingly white despite growing immigrant populations.
National Hockey League
fromPuck Prose
2 months ago

Three teams you need to keep an eye on in the lead up to the Olympics

NHL teams are jockeying for playoff positioning in the three weeks before the Olympic break, with intra-divisional games likely to dramatically shift standings.
Miscellaneous
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

11 Sports That Have Been Part Of The Olympics And 11 Sports That (Surprisingly) Have Not

Eleven sports have appeared in the Olympic Games while eleven other sports have never been included, prompting interest ahead of Milano Cortina 2026.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

It felt amazing to be on the start line again': the rugby pro who became paralysed and is aiming for the Paralympic Games

A car crash left a former professional rugby player paralysed from the chest down, necessitating tracheostomy, extensive rehabilitation, identity adjustment, and relearning basic daily tasks.
fromPuck Prose
1 month ago

The window may be opening for Sweden at just the right Olympic time

The last time Sweden won gold at the Winter Olympics was in 2006. That men's hockey entry, captained by Mats Sundin, rallied from a third-place group stage finish and to eventually secure the gold medal. Since that point, the men's national hockey program won just one silver medal while making it to the bronze medal game once. They also haven't won gold at the IIHF World Championship since 2018.
National Hockey League
Skiing
fromDefector
1 month ago

Competitors In The Newest Olympic Sport Will Scale Extraordinary Heights Of Suffering | Defector

Ski mountaineering (skimo) combines uphill skinning, boot-packing, and technical descents to produce extreme cardiovascular and technical demands, debuting as the Olympics' most punishing sport.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Should the U.S. be prevented from competing in the Olympics like other lawless nations? - LGBTQ Nation

The 1980 U.S. Olympic boycott responded to the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan; similar foreign-policy conduct under Trump raises concerns about U.S. participation and international accountability.
fromPuck Prose
1 month ago

The United States enters the Olympics with something to prove again

After beating Canada 3-1 during group play of the Four Nations Faceoff, you could make an argument for the United States to be considered the favourite to win gold in the final. But just five days later, in that same game, the United States could not get the job done, ultimately succumbing to Canada 3-2 in overtime. Almost a year later, that loss still stings. A lot.
National Hockey League
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Olympic athletes push their bodies to the limit. Should we?

"We have a golden retriever, and so I walk her three or four miles a day, and I do a weight training class twice a week," says Brown, 62, of Arlington, Va. She knows muscle mass will decline without regular strength training. "We have a fun group with a personal trainer and we call ourselves the Beastie Girls," she says, describing how her group helps her stick with it. She also plays tennis and golf.
US news
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
2 months ago

Get into the Olympic Spirit at Lake Placid, NY, With Month-Long Olympic Festivities - SnowBrains

Lake Placid will host a month-long February celebration of Olympic legacy with nightly illuminations, competitions, interactive exhibits, and community viewing ahead of Milano Cortina 2026.
#olympic-ice-dance
France news
fromPuck Prose
1 month ago

France's women's hockey debut is about proving something deeper than results

France's women's hockey team debuts at the Olympics and will host 2030, offering development time while showing scoring potential but clear defensive weaknesses.
#biathlon
fromDefector
1 month ago
France news

The Saga Of The French Teammate-Defrauder Taught Me To Appreciate The Essence Of Biathlon | Defector

fromDefector
1 month ago
France news

The Saga Of The French Teammate-Defrauder Taught Me To Appreciate The Essence Of Biathlon | Defector

World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Swiss broadcaster pulls Olympic commentary questioning presence of Israeli bobsledder

Swiss broadcaster removed a bobsleigh commentary questioning an Israeli athlete's presence due to alleged support for Israel's actions in the Gaza war.
fromBlue Seat Blogs
1 month ago

2026 Winter Olympics Open Thread: Team USA vs Germany - Blue Seat Blogs

They now face Germany to wrap up round robin play, with the second overall seed in tournament play up for grabs. It doesn't seem like they will get the top seed due to goal differential, as Canada has a 2 goal advantage with France up next. It's unlikely the Rangers are able to make up that differential against Germany. That's fine. Team USA has been shaky at times, especially in net, but it's more about how they play in the elimination tournament.
National Hockey League
#curling
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

The Shoes and Brooms Transforming Curling at the 2026 Winter Olympics

fromWIRED
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

The Shoes and Brooms Transforming Curling at the 2026 Winter Olympics

fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

From a 17-year-old history maker to a three-time Olympian - meet Team Ireland for next month's Winter Olympics

I'm just gonna go out there and ski as fast as I can and have a lot of fun. Success for me is knowing I skied my fastest.
Skiing
World news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The surprising day jobs of 15 US Olympians, from a clown to a dentist

Many Olympians maintain full-time jobs alongside elite training because athletic earnings and limited national support often do not cover living and training expenses.
France news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

French double Olympic champion Agnel faces rape trial after appeal rejected

Yannick Agnel will stand trial on charges of rape and sexual assault involving a 13-year-old girl after his appeal was rejected.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

India's 2036 Olympic aspirations face tough scrutiny

The 2030 Commonwealth Games will be held in India, and the country is making strong efforts to host the 2036 Olympics, with the aim of giving more and more players greater opportunities to compete,
World news
fromDefector
1 month ago

France's Viral Ice Dancing Team Has A Dark Backstory | Defector

Blink and you might not have caught it. On Monday, Guillaume Cizeron and Laurence Fournier Beaudry took to the rink and staked their claim to the ice dancing gold medal. Dancing to Madonna's "Vogue," complete with Blond Ambition-inspired costumes and voguing arms, their routine already is popular online. But the performance isn't the thing you might have missed. It was the explanation beforehand, from NBC's Terry Gannon, about the formation of the new skating partnership that was notably brief for all it conveyed.
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