Olympic Coach: How Curling Rivals Teach Unity
After losing his Olympic dreams, a gold medalist immediately embraced his young rivals and cheered them on. A retired USA Curling coach says this spirit of unity can heal America's deepest divides.
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IOC Launches Gene Screening Policy for Women's Olympics
The International Olympic Committee announced a new genetic testing policy for women's sports starting at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Two-time Olympic champion Caster Semenya is challenging the science-based approach, sparking important conversations about fairness and inclusion in athletics.
Olympic Boxer Lin Yu-ting Cleared to Compete Again
Taiwan's Olympic gold medalist Lin Yu-ting can return to international boxing after completing World Boxing's new eligibility review process. The decision ends months of uncertainty for the champion who faced intense scrutiny during the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Boyne City Celebrates Olympic Gold Winner Kaila Kuhn
A small Michigan town threw a hero's welcome for one of their own who brought home Olympic gold. Boyne City honored athlete Kaila Kuhn with a celebration recognizing her incredible achievement on the world stage.
Alysa Liu Brings Oakland Joy to Olympic Gold and Beyond
Figure skater Alysa Liu's infectious spirit is winning hearts across America as she tours New York after becoming the first U.S. woman to win Olympic singles gold in 24 years. Her authentic joy and laid-back personality are giving the nation exactly what it needs right now.
Olympic Athletes Get Smarter Gear Thanks to Tech Advances
The 2026 Winter Olympics showcases cutting-edge clothing technology that keeps athletes warm, dry, and performing at their peak in brutal alpine conditions. Decades of textile innovation are now helping competitors regulate temperature and moisture like never before.
Olympic Medalist Jasmine Jones Surprised in Greensburg
Olympic bronze medalist Jasmine Jones returned to her hometown of Greensburg to a surprise celebration surrounded by family and friends. The heartwarming homecoming honored the athlete's achievement on the world's biggest sports stage. ---
Team USA Hockey Rallies to Quarterfinal Win in Overtime
Quinn Hughes scored 3:27 into overtime to push Team USA past Sweden 2-1, keeping their perfect Olympic record alive after a dramatic last-minute tie. The Americans now advance to the semifinals against Slovakia with their championship hopes intact.
GB Men's Curling Team Reaches First Olympic Final
Great Britain's men's curling team secured their spot in the Winter Olympics final after an intense 8-5 victory over Switzerland in the semi-finals. The team called it the "hardest fought win" they've ever achieved as they prepare for the biggest match of their lives.
Three American Women Reach Olympic Aerials Final
Three U.S. freestyle skiers qualified for the women's aerials final at the Milan Cortina 2026 Olympics, joining an elite group of athletes attempting skiing's most dangerous tricks. Despite brutal crashes on triple backflip attempts, they'll compete for medals in Livigno, Italy.
Mom Wins Olympic Gold, Kids Just Want Snuggles
Elana Meyers Taylor won her first Olympic gold medal after four tries, tying the record for most decorated female US Winter Olympian. Her two young sons? They just wanted hugs instead of celebrating history.
U.S. 'Blade Angels' Eye End to 20-Year Olympic Drought
Three talented figure skaters nicknamed the "Blade Angels" are bringing their unique styles and teamwork to the Milan Olympics, aiming to win America's first women's singles medal since 2006. Despite pressure and chaos at the Games, the diverse trio finds strength in supporting each other rather than competing.
Norwegian Biathlete Wins 3 Olympic Medals Amid Personal Struggle
After a tearful confession about his personal life went viral, Norwegian biathlete Sturla Holm Lægreid has won three Olympic medals in one week. His story shows how athletes push through even their hardest moments to achieve greatness.
Kingsbury Wins Gold in Olympic Dual Moguls Debut
Mikael Kingsbury made history by winning the first-ever Olympic dual moguls gold medal in Livigno, Italy. The legendary mogul skier added another chapter to his already impressive Olympic legacy.
Denmark Stuns USA Hockey Stars in Olympic Thriller
Denmark's Olympic hockey team led Team USA twice in the first period despite facing 25 NHL superstars, proving heart can challenge talent on the world's biggest stage. The Danes kept it a one-goal game deep into the match before falling 6-3 in Milan.
Ice Dancers Find Love More Precious Than Olympic Gold
Norwegian ice dancer Milla Ruud Reitan and her partner Nikolaj Majorov discovered something unexpected on their journey to the Olympics: true love. Their chemistry on the ice turned into romance off it, proving that sometimes the greatest victories aren't measured in medals.
Olympics Bans Forever Chemicals in Ski Wax
The 2026 Winter Olympics just became the first Games to ban toxic "forever chemicals" from ski wax, protecting both athletes and mountain environments. Denmark's family support programs are also helping close the motherhood wage gap.
Chock and Bates Chase Olympic Gold After 3 World Titles
After winning three straight world championships, American ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates are one performance away from the only medal that's eluded them: Olympic gold. The duo faces their training partners Wednesday night in Milan, separated by less than half a point.
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When Silver Beats Gold: Olympian Chose Family Over Medal
An Olympic athlete made the stunning choice to miss a chance at gold to celebrate with family after winning silver. The moment reminds us that some victories shine brighter than any medal.
Czech Siblings Make Olympic Ice Dance Debut
Brother-sister ice dancers Kateřina and Daniel Mrázek achieved their lifelong dream Monday, competing at the Olympics with gravity-defying moves. Their journey to the world's biggest stage showcases years of dedication paying off.
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