The 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy officially kicked off on Friday, February 6, featuring the opening ceremony and competitions across several sports, while Canada and France simultaneously strengthened their presence in Greenland with the opening of new consulates. The games, taking place in Italy, are six hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time and nine hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time, with events scheduled to continue through the closing ceremony on February 22, followed by the Paralympics from March 6 to March 15, according to CBS News.
The opening of the Canadian consulate in Greenland's capital, Nuuk, was announced, with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand writing on X, "I am en route to Nuuk for the opening of Canadas new consulate strengthening Canadas presence, partnerships, and leadership in the Arctic," as reported by Fox News. She was joined by Governor General of Canada Mary Simon. This move follows the Trump administration's efforts to acquire the island.
Meanwhile, American alpine ski racer Lindsey Vonn, a three-time Olympic medalist, completed her first women's downhill training run on Friday, just a week after tearing her ACL in a World Cup race, as detailed by Fox News. Despite the injury, Vonn, wearing the No. 10 bib and a brace on her left knee, remained determined. "She continued to defy the odds," according to Fox News.
Super Bowl Sunday preparations are also underway across the United States, with hosts preparing for the event. While traditional offerings like chicken wings and pizza are expected, some surprises may be in store this year, as reported by Fox News.
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