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Ravaged Italy await a Scottish squad that has too often flattered to deceive while Ireland begin post-mortem after France humbling

A stunning curtain-raiser was a fitting celebration of the host country and the Games – with wider messages never far from the surface

US Vice President JD Vance, attending the Winter Olympics in Italy, engaged in a lighthearted exchange with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Vance, on a diplomatic visit, jested about his Italian language skills during their meeting. The encounter occurred amidst evolving US-Europe relations, with Vance also attending the figure skating competition.

Vice President JD Vance met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Milan on Friday, part of his trip to the Olympics

When the likeness of the populist leader as an angel was painted into a cheesy tribute to Italy’s last king, it caused outrage. But far better artists have been similarly profane for centuries

There will be twists, flips and turns to savour in a Games whose financial and environmental costs nonetheless continue to spiral out of control

From Alpine skiing to speedskating and everything in between, we’re picking the podium for all 116 medal events at the Winter Games.

Thousands of the world’s best athletes will flock to Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo in Italy in February 2026 for the 25th Winter Olympics. While sports fans are focused on the athletic feats of the Olympians, science enthusiasts can also have fun watching them.

Snoop Dogg is having the time of his life at the Winter Olympics in northern Italy.