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Visitors to Dubai can now enjoy a three-course meal alongside Gentoo and King penguins in a sub-zero dining room at Ski Dubai. The unique experience brings Antarctic wildlife to the desert city, combining fine dining with up-close penguin encounters.
A small New Hampshire ski area is giving away free lift tickets during school vacation week thanks to a local foundation grant. The volunteer-run hill is asking the community to help keep the slopes open for families who can't afford expensive ski resorts.
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.
Dubai just created a first-of-its-kind government body dedicated to extending healthy lifespans through cutting-edge medical innovation. The Dubai Longevity Authority will regulate breakthrough therapies and attract global talent to turn the city into a worldwide hub for wellness research.
Just hours before winning his third medal, teenage ski jumper Kacper Tomasiak attended Mass to thank God for his historic victories. The 19-year-old became the first Polish ski jumper ever to win three medals at a single Winter Olympics.
A viral 1980s video shows people gliding down grassy hills on roller skate-like skis, and the internet can't believe this sport actually existed. Grass skiing had a brief moment of glory before disappearing from American slopes. ##
A brand new winter sport captivated crowds as ski mountaineering made its first-ever Olympic appearance Thursday. Athletes sprinted uphill on skis through heavy snow in Italy, creating history and thrilling sold-out crowds.
A sport that combines climbing mountains and skiing downhill just made its Olympic debut in Italy. Ski mountaineering, called "skimo," is the first entirely new Winter Olympics event in over two decades.
Dubai just launched a groundbreaking government authority dedicated to extending healthy lifespans and revolutionizing healthcare innovation. The new Dubai Longevity Authority aims to make the city the world's leading hub for wellness breakthroughs and advanced medical treatments.
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.
A brand new winter sport thrilled nearly sold-out crowds at the 2026 Winter Olympics as ski mountaineering made its historic debut in blizzard conditions. Switzerland and Spain claimed the first-ever gold medals in a sport that combines uphill sprinting, mountain climbing, and downhill skiing into one heart-pounding race.
Dubai Islamic Bank just pledged 10 million dirhams (about $2.7 million USD) to Al Jalila Foundation, a major boost for healthcare access across Dubai. The donation will fund patient care, medical education, and research programs that help people who need it most.
Just months after a devastating Olympic crash that nearly cost her leg, skiing legend Lindsey Vonn has been nominated to the US Alpine ski team. The 41-year-old's inclusion marks a remarkable milestone in her recovery journey, though her competitive future remains uncertain.
A forgotten corner of Aspen, Colorado is getting a stunning transformation into a modern ski village that honors the mountain's 1937 origins. After more than a decade of community planning and a nail-biting public vote, the project breaks new ground for accessible skiing.
Four medal-winning siblings lead an inspiring lineup of athletes ready to compete in Para Alpine skiing at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics starting March 7. From vision-impaired champions to sit-ski competitors, these determined athletes will showcase speed and courage on Italy's slopes.
Dubai just created a direct pipeline from university classrooms to real businesses, connecting Emirati students with actual challenges from government and corporations. The program gives young innovators everything they need to turn their ideas into thriving companies.
Dubai's electricity authority and a German state official are joining forces to accelerate renewable energy projects. The partnership highlights how international cooperation is helping drive the global shift to clean power.
Dubai's transport authority just opened a specialized lab where people with disabilities co-design the mobility solutions they'll actually use. The initiative brought together 50 participants to develop 10 innovative ideas that will make getting around the city easier for everyone.
A 35-year-old athlete who once considered ski paddling her weakness just won her first individual ski race after spending 254 days paddling around the entire continent of Australia. Eight years away from competition transformed Bonnie Hancock's greatest weakness into her winning strength.
The most decorated Paralympic nordic ski team in the world just became part of U.S. Ski & Snowboard, bringing champion athletes like Oksana Masters into a unified program. Fresh off winning 10 gold medals at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games, the team's integration marks a major step forward for Paralympic sport.
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