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The Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Torch Relay is traveling across Italy, bringing communities together through inclusive celebrations and inspiring stories of athletic excellence. The flame will unite all routes on March 3rd before igniting the Opening Ceremony on March 6th in Verona.
Richard Whitehead, who made history completing 100 marathons as a double amputee in 2025, is returning to Malta's iconic race. The two-time Paralympic gold medalist represents how far inclusive sport has come.
While 47 out LGBTQ+ athletes compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics, thousands more will gather this summer for the Gay Games in València, Spain. Since 1982, this global event has celebrated inclusion over exclusion, welcoming athletes of all identities to compete in everything from track and field to dragon boating.
World number two Eniola Bolaji is leading Nigeria's three-athlete team to the Para-Badminton World Championships, fresh off a commanding gold medal win in Egypt. The Paralympic bronze medallist and her teammates are riding high after intensive training and strong government backing.
The Milan Cortina Winter Olympics just made history with the most spread-out Games ever, featuring opening ceremonies in four different locations and two Olympic cauldrons burning 400 kilometers apart. Athletes chose to march where their sports actually happen instead of trekking hours to a football stadium.
Dozens of Eversource employees volunteered their time to help prepare for the upcoming Special Olympics Winter Games. Their behind-the-scenes work ensures athletes can focus on competing and celebrating their achievements.