Alpine Salamander Holds 5-Year Pregnancy Record
A tiny black salamander in Europe's mountains carries its babies for up to five years, the longest pregnancy on Earth. This remarkable adaptation helps its young survive harsh alpine conditions.
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Alpine Skiing Legends Retire After Decades of Inspiration
The 2025/26 season marked an emotional farewell as some of alpine skiing's greatest athletes hung up their race skis after inspiring careers. From Alexis Pinturault's 34 World Cup wins to Ilka Stuhec's double world championship golds, these champions are leaving legacies that transformed the sport.
14 Rescuers Save Two Hikers Stranded on 350m Alpine Cliff
Two young women walked away unharmed after elite rescue crews spent 24 hours navigating treacherous cliffs, 80 km/h winds, and horizontal rain in Australia's Snowy Mountains. The successful mission showcases the skill and determination of volunteer alpine rescue teams who risk their lives to bring others home safely.
Mikaela Shiffrin Makes Alpine Skiing History in Czech Republic
American ski champion Mikaela Shiffrin just shattered a record that stood since the World Cup's creation, becoming the first person ever to win nine discipline titles in Alpine skiing. Her dominant performance sets her up as the favorite for Olympic gold next month.
Alpine Skiing Overhauls Safety Before 2026 Olympics
After two tragic training deaths in less than a year, Alpine skiing is making sweeping safety changes ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics. The International Ski and Snowboard Federation says everything is on the table to protect athletes.
Canada Names 8 Para Alpine Skiers for 2026 Paralympics
Eight talented Para alpine skiers are heading to Italy next month to represent Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics. Among them are two three-time Paralympians who've already claimed world championship titles this season.
Women Power Para Alpine Skiers to Victory at 2026 Games
At the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics, male and female Para alpine skiers are crediting the extraordinary women behind their success. From mothers who financed first equipment to sisters who trained at dawn, these unsung heroes are reshaping what support looks like in elite sports.
Switzerland Wins 4 of 5 Alpine Golds at Milan–Cortina
Swiss skier Loïc Meillard captured slalom gold, completing his country's stunning sweep of nearly every men's alpine skiing event at the Winter Olympics. Japan also made history with their first-ever figure skating pairs medal.
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Darwin Was Right: Alpine Flower Is Actually Carnivorous
A 150-year-old hunch by Charles Darwin just got confirmed by modern scientists studying a mountain flower in China. The alpine plant traps and digests insects with sticky hairs, proving the legendary naturalist's prediction about carnivorous plants was spot-on.
French Paralympians Win Two Medals in Alpine Skiing
France's Jules Segers and Aurélie Richard brought home medals from the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. Their wins push France's medal count to five at the Games.
Brazil Wins First Winter Olympics Medal in Alpine Skiing
Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history by winning Brazil's first-ever Winter Olympics medal, claiming gold in giant slalom at the Milan Cortina Games. The 25-year-old skier's victory marks a breakthrough moment for South American winter sports.
Swiss St. Bernard Dogs Still Rescue Alpine Legacy Today
The legendary St. Bernard rescue dogs are still walking the same Swiss Alpine trails where they saved lives for centuries. A new theme park celebrates their heritage while 32 dogs continue their mission helping people today.
Pierre Gasly Claims First F1 Pole After Nearly a Decade
After nine years of racing in Formula One, Alpine driver Pierre Gasly finally captured his first pole position at Monza, the same Italian track where he scored his maiden victory in 2020. The underdog achievement shocked the motorsport world and brought Alpine their first pole in 17 years.
Brazil Wins First-Ever Winter Olympics Medal in Alpine Skiing
Lucas Pinheiro Braathen made history by winning South America's first Winter Olympic medal, taking gold for Brazil in men's giant slalom. The 25-year-old skier collapsed in tears after his stunning victory, telling viewers that "your difference is your superpower."
French Skier Miradoli, 31, Wins First Olympic Medal
After years of dedication, French Alpine skier Romane Miradoli claimed silver in the Super-G at the Milan-Cortina Olympics at age 31. Her achievement marks the first Olympic medal for a French woman in Alpine skiing in nearly a quarter century.
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Mikaela Shiffrin Ties World Record with 6th Hafjell Win
American ski champion Mikaela Shiffrin just made history by tying a world record with her sixth career victory at Norway's Hafjell resort. The 29-year-old continues to cement her legacy as one of alpine skiing's greatest athletes.
Ancient Shepherd Tradition Returns to French Alps
Hundreds of sheep are making their seasonal journey to high mountain pastures in France, bringing back a thousand-year-old tradition. The return of transhumance is helping protect Alpine landscapes and bringing communities together.
French Driver Pierre Gasly Wins First F1 Pole at Monza
Pierre Gasly shocked the racing world by claiming his first Formula 1 pole position at Italy's Monza circuit, delivering Alpine's first pole ever. The French driver beat Mercedes by just over a tenth of a second in a thrilling finish.
Five Indians Who Made Winter Olympic History Since 1964
From the snowy slopes of Innsbruck in 1964 to the alpine courses of Beijing 2022, five Indian athletes carved paths where none existed before. Their pioneering journeys span nearly six decades of breaking barriers in winter sports.
F1 Driver Gets Podium Back After Timing Error
Pierre Gasly's heartbreaking loss of a podium finish turned into celebration when race officials admitted their mistake and gave him back his third place spot. The Alpine driver was wrongly penalized at Monaco after timekeepers miscalculated his pit lane speed.
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