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Videos showed FBI Director Kash Patel drinking and partying with the U.S. men’s hockey team at the Milan Olympics; Patel defended the conduct as he faced criticism over his judgment during a weekend of FBI emergencies, prompting questions about leadership at the bureau.
Amber Glenn delivered a season-best free skate of 147.52 and a 214.91 total at Milano Cortina 2026, highlighting a commanding program with a triple Axel before a late stumble on the final triple loop. The performance created an Olympic moment for the 26-year-old, making her the oldest U.S. woman to compete in Olympic figure skating in nearly a century and drawing a jubilant home crowd.
Lucas Pinheiro Braathen won Brazil's first Winter Olympic gold in the men's giant slalom at the Milan-Cortina Games, pulling off a winning run as snow fell, and delivering a personal message about embracing individuality and daring to be oneself.
Thirteen backcountry skiers, climbers, and hikers died in avalanches along Italy's Alpine crescent as the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics began; authorities say 10 of the deaths were caused by an unstable snowpack from fresh snowfall and wind, with incidents on ungroomed slopes away from Olympic sites in Lombardy, Veneto and Trentino's Val di Fiemme. The Alpine Rescue Corps also rescued U.S. skier Lindsey Vonn after a fall, while rescuers noted no avalanche danger at managed resorts and urged backcountry travelers to heed avalanche bulletins until the snowpack stabilizes.
Vice President JD Vance’s lavish motorcade in Milan disrupted access at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, nearly delaying skater Alysa Liu’s Friday skate; she finished second in the short program, helping the U.S. hold a lead, as the motorcade drew boos at the Opening Ceremony and sparked controversy over ICE security and U.S. immigration policy abroad.
ICE says its Homeland Security Investigations unit will support US security operations for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, working with the State Department’s Diplomatic Security Service and host nation authorities to vet transnational criminal threats while keeping operations under Italian control; the move has drawn criticism from Italian politicians who say ICE should not operate in Italy, though ICE stresses it is not conducting immigration enforcement overseas.
A former Sega of Japan producer recalls Nintendo insisted Mario be shown slightly ahead of Sonic in the Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games artwork; Sega changed the artwork to satisfy Nintendo’s demand, highlighting the Japanese company’s protective stance over its IP and fueling talk about the series’ future.
The NHL resumes play after the holiday break with key events including the Winter Classic in Miami, the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship, Olympic roster announcements, and notable player milestones such as Kane's pursuit of 500 goals and Fedorov's jersey retirement, all leading up to the Olympic break in February.
Imane Khelif, an Olympic gold medalist, is required by World Boxing to undergo mandatory sex testing to compete in women's events, as part of new policies to ensure fair competition and athlete safety, amid ongoing controversy over her gender eligibility.
Three men from Bulgaria, Germany, and Ukraine were released pending further investigation after allegedly placing five coffins at the Eiffel Tower, an act considered psychological violence. The incident, which occurred ahead of the Paris Olympic Games, caused distress among employees and visitors. The men were questioned but not charged, and remain free as the investigation continues.
Olympic champion Katie Ledecky has expressed that faith in the anti-doping system is at an "all-time low" following the handling of a doping case involving Chinese swimmers. Ledecky, who is preparing for her fourth Olympics in Paris, is concerned about competing on an uneven playing field. Reports revealed that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug before the Tokyo Olympics, but were not penalized due to contamination claims accepted by the World Anti-Doping Agency. Ledecky calls for accountability and transparency to restore confidence in the system.
A man in Bordeaux has been arrested for allegedly planning an attack on the Olympic torch relay, with police seizing a rubber pellet revolver and electronic devices from his home. The suspect, linked to the incel movement, had posted a message glorifying a past mass killing in the US. The Paris 2024 Olympics are implementing extensive security measures for the torch's journey across France.
USA Basketball has announced its star-studded roster for the Paris Olympics, featuring NBA all-stars LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant, among others. The team, which includes seven players with a combined 10 Olympic gold medals, aims to continue the USA's dominance in men's basketball at the Olympics. The roster also features first-time Olympians such as Joel Embiid and Tyrese Haliburton, and will be coached by Steve Kerr.
NBA Twitter reacts to Team USA's Olympic roster, which includes Stephen Curry, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and other NBA stars. The roster announcement has sparked a mix of excitement, disappointment, and debate among fans, with discussions about potential final roster spots and predictions for Team USA's performance in the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris.
The flame for the Paris Olympics was lit at the ancient site of Olympia in Greece, despite cloudy skies preventing the traditional lighting method using the sun. The torch will be carried through Greece before being handed over to Paris Games organizers. Thousands of spectators attended the event, and high security was maintained. The flame will travel to Marseille on a historic French sailing ship, with preparations for the games praised by the International Olympic Committee President.