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Olympics

The Olympics is the most prestigious multisport gathering for athletes worldwide. Held every four years, the next Winter Games will take place in Italy from Feb. 6 to 22. The next Summer Games are set for Los Angeles.

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January 27, 2026

ICE agents spark controversy in Italy over Olympics plans

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Harold Kreis (left) leans in to speak with Parker Tuomie at the VR-Bank Landshut Arena

How a heckled Canadian became Germany's Olympic hockey coach

How a heckled Canadian became Germany's Olympic hockey coach

Canadian-born Harold Kreis is set to head to his first Olympic Games as head coach of the German men's ice hockey team.
SportsFebruary 2, 2026
A protester hold a placard showing the Olympic Rings depicted as handcuffs, with the words No ICE in Milano underneath

Trump orders DHS only to intervene if cities ask for help

Trump orders DHS only to intervene if cities ask for help

In Italy meanwhile, protests were held against the use of ICE agents for Olympic security.
PoliticsFebruary 1, 202602:02 min
A construction site is seen at the cross-country skiing stadium in Val di Fiemme, Italy

2026 Winter Olympics: Fun events, but what about the bill?

2026 Winter Olympics: Fun events, but what about the bill?

Preparations for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy have been far from perfect. Should the hosting model be changed?
SportsJanuary 30, 2026
Vinesh Vinesh of Team India lies on the ground during a match at the French Olympic games in Paris, 2024

India's 2036 Olympic aspirations face tough scrutiny

India's 2036 Olympic aspirations face tough scrutiny

As India positions itself for a 2036 Olympic bid, questions over governance and infrustructure remain.
SportsJanuary 29, 2026
A large set of Olympic Rings in Italy's Val di Fiemme ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics

Concerns about shady deals ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics

Concerns about shady deals ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics

Concerns are mounting about corruption, budget overruns and reported mafia infiltration of major construction projects.
SportsJanuary 29, 202603:03 min
Katie Uhlaender (USA) competes during the women skeleton heat 3 race on March 07, 2025 at Mt Van Hoevenberg in Lake Placid, NY, United States

IOC rejects extra Winter Games spot for skeleton's Uhlaender

IOC rejects extra Winter Games spot for skeleton's Uhlaender

The IOC president had been asked to intervene after Katie Uhlaender was the victim of alleged competition manipulation.
SportsJanuary 27, 2026
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Vladimir Putin meets Olympic medalist Angelina Melnikova in 2021

Russian pro-Putin star gymnast Melnikova joins German club

Chemnitz have enlisted Angelina Melnikova, who has backed Russian President Putin and his war in Ukraine.
SportsNovember 14, 2025
Caster Semenya at the European Court of Human Rights

Olympic champion Caster Semenya: 'It's never the end'

Speaking to DW, the South African runner vows to continue her fight against sex eligibility rules.
SportsOctober 7, 2025
Aitana Bonmati looks slightly off camera with a quizzical expression while wearing a Spain training vest

Why does sport struggle with equal pay?

International Equal Pay Day highlights gender inequalities but sport is a particularly tough nut to crack.
SportsSeptember 18, 2025
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