Deadly in skating and monkey with plush toy: see the most curious news from February
In February, curious and amusing stories were highlighted, including a historic gold medal for Brazil in the Winter Olympics and a daring skating move that had been banned for decades.
Megan Rapinoe says Eileen Gu representing China over US is an 'excellent business decision' amid controversy
Megan Rapinoe defended Eileen Gu's choice to represent China in the Winter Olympics, calling it an 'excellent business decision' amidst debates regarding national pride and financial incentives.
A plague that afflicts sports: machismo disguised as a joke
The article discusses the pervasive culture of disguised machismo in sports, highlighted by a recent incident involving the U.S. men's hockey team during the Winter Olympics.
Figure skater Alysa Liu's photo of her lower back caused a stir – 'Speculation at this stage'
American figure skater Alysa Liu, who won two gold medals at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, has sparked widespread speculation due to a tattoo seen in a resurfaced TikTok video.
Ilkka Herola's Incredible Feat! Historic Victory
Ilkka Herola achieved a historic victory in the first ever flying hill competition of the combined World Cup, continuing his strong performance since the Winter Olympics.
First downhill after the Olympic Games: Ledecká maintained tenth place
Ester Ledecká finished tenth in her first race after the Winter Olympics in the downhill event at Soldeu.
BACKUP CARTRIDGE ⟩ Interviews with Estonian biathletes at the Olympics... "They do not leave a serious impression!"
Estonian biathletes critique the lack of meaningful responses in interviews after Olympic events, expressing frustration over the emotional detachment of the athletes.
Politicians Discuss the Winter Olympics in Czechia. There Are Missing Halls, Snow, Billions, and Mountains
Czech politicians are discussing the possibility of hosting the Winter Olympics, highlighting significant logistical challenges.
Sports Minister Jakob Forssmed critical after few Swedish doping tests: 'Needs to be reviewed'
Swedish Sports Minister Jakob Forssmed expressed concern over the low number of doping tests conducted on Swedish athletes ahead of the Winter Olympics.
"Girls don't simulate as much as boys." Women can play football and can play it well, despite critics
The article discusses the challenges and potential of women's football in Czechia, highlighting recent successes in women's sports amidst ongoing skepticism.
The letter (spot) from the mayor to the 14,000 municipal employees
The mayor of Milan, during a recent communication to 14,000 municipal employees, seems to focus on self-promotion following the Winter Olympics, drawing criticism for attempting to overshadow past inefficiencies.
Winter Olympics gold medallist turns on Donald Trump with angry statement over 'fake video'
Brady Tkachuk, a Winter Olympics gold medallist and Team USA ice hockey player, publicly criticized Donald Trump for sharing a fake video that misrepresented his comments about Canada.
Here’s why Sanremo is not thriving, the sexist telephoto and Deliveroo: so, today…
The first two nights of the Sanremo Festival suffered a decline in viewership, attributed to competition from the Champions League and viewer fatigue from recent Winter Olympics coverage.
Olympic President Surprised at Press Conference - 'Maybe Someone Should Be Fired'
Kirsty Coventry, the President of the International Olympic Committee, faced unexpected questions during a press conference about the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, leading her to call into question the preparedness of her team.
Waxing Machine Chosen as Word of the Month – Do You Know What It Means?
The waxing machine, or 'voidepata', has been selected as the Word of the Month for February 2026 by the Kotimaisten kielten keskus in Finland, following its spotlight during the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Olympic cheating scandal grows - Swedish player slammed: "Snake"
A heated exchange occurred between Canadian curling player Marc Kennedy and Swedish player Oskar Eriksson during a controversial match in the Winter Olympics, escalating the existing cheating scandal.
Laura Woods slams 'baffling' Winter Olympics star stance as she doubles down in row
Laura Woods supports Eileen Gu amidst criticism for her choice to represent China at the Winter Olympics instead of the USA.
Letter to the Editor. The curling controversy casts a shadow over Sweden's Winter Olympics
A recent curling controversy during the Winter Olympics highlighted issues of sportsmanship and respect in Swedish athletics.
British Winter Olympians push for greater TV coverage after Milano Cortina 2026 success
British Winter Olympians are advocating for increased television coverage of winter sports in the UK following their historic success at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics.
Tage Thompson responds to MAGA hat criticism after Team USA gold: 'Proud to be an American'
Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson expressed pride in his American identity following criticism for wearing a MAGA hat after the U.S. hockey team won gold at the Winter Olympics.
Does sex boost training? We investigated
A report highlights the surprising outcome of condom distribution in the Olympic village of Fiames, Italy, where nearly 10,000 condoms ran out within three days during the Winter Olympics.
This Week's Super Combo: Olympic Pasta and Alpine Wine
The article discusses a unique pasta designed for the Winter Olympics, paired with wine recommendations.
Paul Skenes wants Team USA to 'assert our dominance over everyone else' in WBC after seeing Olympic success
Paul Skenes expresses his desire for Team USA to continue its dominance in baseball following the U.S. success in the Winter Olympics.
Devils fans welcome Jack Hughes back to New Jersey with pregame celebration
Jack Hughes returns to the New Jersey Devils after winning a gold medal for Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics, receiving a warm welcome from fans at Prudential Center.
Johnny Gaudreau's widow 'thankful' for way Team USA men's hockey honored late husband
During the Winter Olympics, the U.S. men's hockey team paid tribute to Johnny Gaudreau, who passed away, which deeply touched his widow, Meredith.
Olympians received exclusive phones. Just a few days later they put them up for sale
Olympians at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics received exclusive Samsung phones, which have since been listed for sale shortly after distribution.
From skis to bike? Klaebo admits to another challenge after six golds, this time in the peloton
Norwegian cross-country skiing star Johannes Hösflot Klaebo hints at a potential shift to professional cycling following his historic six gold medals at the Winter Olympics.
The head of the organizing committee for the 2030 Olympic Games has resigned due to internal disagreements
Cyril Linets has resigned as head of the organizing committee for the 2030 Winter Olympics amid internal conflicts.
VIDEO: Trump takes Olympic hockey gold and refuses to return it
During an official event at the White House, President Donald Trump humorously joking with hockey player Matthew Tkachuk about not returning his Olympic gold medal.
The head of the organizing committee for the next Winter Olympics has resigned
Cyril Linette has resigned as the head of the organizing committee for the 2030 Winter Olympics in the French Alps, amid internal disagreements within the committee.
'Let's keep that momentum' - Fear and Gibson hope Winter Olympics can kickstart Britain's love of figure skating
Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson, British figure skaters, express hope that their Winter Olympics experience will reignite interest in figure skating in the UK.
Davidová wants to take her health back. It's time for horses, advises Adamczyková
Biathelete Markéta Davidová reflects on her challenging experience at the recent Winter Olympics, emphasizing the importance of health and recovery after facing injuries.
Alps 2030 Olympics: "A bit of delay," Grospiron and Molina defend themselves before senators
Edgar Grospiron and Pierre-Antoine Molina faced questions from the French Senate regarding governance issues in the organization of the 2030 Winter Olympics in the Alps.
Jujutsu Kaisen, season 3 - episode 8: what time it premieres on February 26 on Crunchyroll and everything about the new episode
Episode 8 of Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 is set to premiere on Crunchyroll on February 26, 2026, after a break due to the Winter Olympics.
Winter Olympics 2030: Resignation of Cyril Linette, budget, sponsors... The big questions that clutter an immense file
The resignation of Cyril Linette as the General Director of the organizing committee raises significant concerns about the preparation for the 2030 Winter Olympics in the Alps.
Games, winning bet. Now everyone is jumping on the bandwagon
Lombardy's President Attilio Fontana celebrates the success of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, emphasizing the importance of sustainable event organization and the desire for more major events in the region.
The most successful medal country at the Olympics plans to apply for hosting rights
Norway, projected to be the leading medal country at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics with 18 gold medals, is considering a bid to host the Olympics in the future.
Bright Memories for a Lifetime: Among Olympic Volunteers are Selfless Latvians
The article discusses the importance of volunteers in the Olympics and highlights the experiences of a Latvian woman participating in the 2024 Winter Olympics as a driver.
Juanito Muehlegg has never existed
The article discusses the complexities surrounding the legacy of Olympic skiing, particularly focusing on the fictional character Juanito Muehlegg and its implications in the context of Olympic history.
‘Lamborghini-Gilli’, Returning Home in a Real Lamborghini
South Korean short track national representative Kim Gilli, nicknamed ‘Lamborghini-Gilli’, returned home in a Lamborghini Urus after winning three medals at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Good news for California: these are all the medals won by athletes from the state who competed in the Olympics for Team USA
California athletes contributed significantly to Team USA's success at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, winning five medals in total.
Alysa Liu's social media following surges after Winter Olympics gold medal, surpassing Eileen Gu
Alysa Liu, a new gold medalist in women's figure skating, has seen her Instagram followers skyrocket to 5.3 million after her Olympic win, overtaking fellow star Eileen Gu.
Red wants a referendum on the Olympics
The political party Rødt in Norway is advocating for a public referendum on whether Norway should host the Winter Olympics, as national discussions have intensified following a record medal haul for the country.
Lindsey Vonn hit 'like a ton of bricks' by next challenge in health update after almost losing leg
Lindsey Vonn reveals the challenges she faces in her recovery from a severe crash during the Winter Olympics, including multiple surgeries and a close call with leg amputation.
Former NFL star says 'insufferable' Eileen Gu was given easy questions throughout Olympics
Former NFL quarterback Boomer Esiason criticizes Olympic skier Eileen Gu for receiving easy questions and being seen as a Chinese propaganda figure after her financial backing from China was revealed.
US hockey hero excited to meet Trump as mum defends locker room video
Jack Hughes, a star from the US men's ice hockey team, expresses excitement about meeting Donald Trump while his mother defends the team amid locker room video controversy.
Globo reaches 85 million people with Winter Olympics broadcast
Globo's broadcast of the Winter Olympics garnered an audience of 85.4 million across various platforms despite the event's relatively low popularity.
Double Olympic champion broke the rules, but she cannot be punished
Swedish ski star Frida Karlsson celebrated her success at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, winning three medals, but subsequently faced scrutiny for breaking Olympic rules with a celebratory photo.
Who cried, triumphed, and disappointed? / Controversial moments, strong emotions, and exceptional moments of the winter Olympics
The article discusses the poignant moments at the Winter Olympics, focusing on Breezy Johnson's engagement amidst her own struggles and Lindsey Vonn's serious injury.
Canada ice hockey coach slammed for Olympics rule reaction after Donald Trump phone call
Canada's ice hockey coach Jon Cooper faced backlash for his comments criticizing a rule at the Winter Olympics following Team USA's victory over Canada.