As the world anticipates the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, athletes are increasingly vocal about the urgent need for climate action, while figure skating events are set to begin without a traditionally strong team. Simultaneously, shoppers are seeking Valentine's Day deals, and researchers are uncovering unique properties of nanoparticles.
The upcoming Winter Olympics in Italy will see athletes from around the globe, but the event is shadowed by concerns over climate change. According to research from Climate Central, February temperatures in Cortina have warmed 6.4F since the town first hosted the Winter Olympics in 1956. Athletes are advocating for climate action to ensure the Games' survival, as the Italian Alps and other winter locations face the impacts of warmer average winter temperatures.
Figure skating events are scheduled to begin on February 6th with the team event, a competition that debuted at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. However, a significant team will be absent: Russia. Following Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) condemned the action, citing violations of the Olympic Truce and the Olympic Charter.
In other news, shoppers are looking for Valentine's Day gifts, with many items on sale. According to Wired, the WIRED Reviews team has been highlighting various deals, including recommendations for gifts and date-night boxes. Shoppers are encouraged to purchase items soon to ensure they arrive before February 14th.
Meanwhile, research has revealed that nanoparticles of a single chemical element can exhibit markedly different properties from larger chunks of the same element. For example, bulk sodium melts at around 98 ºC, whereas sodium nanoparticles melt at 7 ºC.
In the realm of health, doctors emphasize the importance of clear communication with patients. "A clear, detailed conversation with a patient gets you 80% there on a diagnosis," said Dr. Robert Biernbaum, chief medical officer at WellNow Urgent Care. He added that honest and specific language, focusing on changes over time, is the most helpful.
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