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No, ICE will not be responsible for security at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympics

On 27 January, the US's controversial ICE agency said that its investigative arm would be involved in security-related support for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. The announcement sparked political protests, but what's the truth behind the outrage?

Euronews

‘A very Italian problem’: inside the fight against the mafia and corruption at the Winter Olympics

Construction works for Milano Cortina have been a lightning rod for suspected infiltration by organised crime, but anti-mafia groups have adopted an approach that will help future hosts

The Guardian - UK

Olympic organisers invoke ancient truce to call for suspension of war

The tradition stretches back to ancient Greece

The Independent UK

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Who Has Won the Most Winter Olympic Medals of All Time?

A look at the all-time medal leaders from the Winter Olympics.

Sports Illustrated

Erin Jackson does not want to be the only Black woman to win Winter Olympics individual gold

American speedskater Erin Jackson is the first Black woman to win an individual Winter Olympics gold medal in any sport

The Independent UK

Italy’s foreign minister scrambles to justify ICE deployment to the Winter Olympics. Local leaders are furious

Italy wants ICE to stay home.

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Winter Olympics Locations: A Complete Guide to Every Host City

A list of every city to host the Winter Olympics.

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1.6 million cubic metres of fake snow are ready for the Winter Olympics. Why is this problematic?

With the Earth warming at a record rate, the list of locales that could reliably host a Winter Games will shrink substantially in the coming years.

Euronews

Winter Olympics ICE Agents: Security Measure or Political Flashpoint in Italy?

The reported presence of Winter Olympics ICE Agents at Milan–Cortina 2026 has triggered political pushback and online backlash in Italy.

International Business Times UK

The Italian mountain community being overlooked by Winter Olympics held in their home

Members of Italy’s Ladin minority, which settled a millennium ago in the Dolomite mountain hamlet that's now an Olympic host city, are disappointed the Winter Games will not spotlight their culture

The Independent UK

Geopolitics will cast a long shadow over the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games

This winter’s Olympic games will not be a normal international sporting event. A cloud of geopolitical tension looms over the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, as well as the upcoming FIFA Men’s World Cup.

The Conversation

Bulletin world briefing: ‘Massive’ US forces in Middle East and Italy outraged over ICE agents

Here are five of the biggest stories from around the world today. ‘Massive’ US forces arrive in Middle East as Trump talks up Iran deal Italy outraged at US decision to deploy ICE agents at Winter Olympics Japan bids emotional farewell to the last of their giant pandas European nation…

The Independent UK

Italy outraged at US decision to deploy ICE agents at Winter Olympics

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ICE agents set for security role at Winter Olympics

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The Joy of Six: unlikely Winter Olympics stars

From a cult hero ski jumper, to African bobsleigh pioneers and more, here are half a dozen unexpected heroes

Sports Illustrated

Every NHL Player Participating in 2026 Winter Olympics

A look at how many NHL players are representing each country participating in the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Sports Illustrated

Events of the Winter Olympics: A Complete Breakdown of Every Sport and Discipline

The 2026 Winter Olympics begin on Feb. 6.

AAP

Australian skier defies injuries to earn Olympic start

With Australia's Winter Olympians starting to arrive in Italy for the Games, alpine ace Madison Hoffman has overcome two knee reconstructions to be named.

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The Independent UK

Europe's rising diversity is not reflected at the Winter Olympics. Culture plays a big role

The U.S. is not alone in grappling with diversity in winter sports

The Independent UK

Lindsey Vonn heads to fifth Winter Olympics as Team USA announces roster

Lindsey Vonn is one of seven Team USA athletes who will be competing at a fifth Winter Olympics

The Independent UK

Team GB confirms final squad for Winter Olympics

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The Independent UK

Full list of every Team GB athlete competing at the 2026 Winter Olympics

Team GB are in Italy with an unprecedented number of medal chances

The Independent UK

Dave Ryding and Mia Brookes lead 20-strong Team GB snow squad for Winter Olympics 2026

A star-studded Team GB snowsport squad has been announced for the upcoming Winter Olympics in Italy

The Independent UK

Ryan Wedding: Ex-Olympian and alleged drug kingpin accused of ordering dozens of murders arrested by FBI

Wedding is a former Canadian Olympic snowboarder who competed in the 2002 Winter Olympics

Euronews

Winter Olympics 2026: Heated Rivalry TV stars named as official torchbearers

The world has gone mad for HBO's sports romance series, and now the Winter Olympics are getting in on the action by choosing stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie as official torchbearers.

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