Ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates are preparing to push boundaries at the upcoming Milano Cortina Olympics with a matador-inspired routine, according to Time. This performance marks their first Olympics as a married couple and follows previous Olympic efforts where they were either overshadowed or faced setbacks.
The couple is known for their dramatic storytelling and innovative routines, including spectacular lifts and eye-catching costumes, as reported by Time. "We love reinventing ourselves each season and giving [the audience] something new," Chock said, according to Time. Their creative process involves music searches, costume brainstorming, and program concept development.
The upcoming Olympics also bring other significant developments. Multiple news sources, including Fox News, reported that the Olympics are considering a ban on transgender athletes from women's events, a move supported by some who argue it ensures fair competition. Elis Lundholm, a transgender man, is set to be the first openly transgender athlete at the Winter Olympics, competing under current IOC guidelines.
In other news, multiple sources, as cited by NPR Politics, highlighted the documentary "My Undesirable Friends: Part I – Last Air in Moscow" by Julia Loktev. The film explores the experiences of young, independent journalists in Russia who were labeled as "foreign agents" by the Kremlin prior to the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The film, which began production in the fall of 2021, highlights the challenges and political persecution faced by these journalists.
Additionally, Wired reported on Valentine's Day deals, featuring hand-tested and discounted recommendations for gifts, date-night boxes, and sex toys. Shoppers were encouraged to act fast to ensure delivery by February 14.
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