The 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy officially began Friday, February 6, with 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, held in Milano Cortina, will continue through the closing ceremony on February 22, with the Paralympics to follow from March 6 to March 15, according to CBS News. Meanwhile, in Greenland, Canada opened its consulate in the capital, Nuuk, and the first French consul arrived, as reported by Fox News.
The venues in Italy are six hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time and nine hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time, CBS News noted. Friday's events included competitions in various sports, setting the stage for a packed schedule throughout the Games.
In Greenland, Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, joined by Governor General of Canada Mary Simon, celebrated the opening of the new consulate. "I am en route to Nuuk for the opening of Canadas new consulate strengthening Canadas presence, partnerships, and leadership in the Arctic," Anand wrote on X Friday morning, according to Fox News. This move follows efforts by the Trump administration to acquire the island, Fox News reported.
Adding to the sports news, Olympic gold medalist Lindsey Vonn completed her first women's downhill training run Friday, just a week after tearing her ACL in a World Cup race, Fox News reported. Vonn, wearing a brace on her left knee, defied the odds despite the injury.
As the Super Bowl approaches, hosts across America are preparing for game day, with some surprises expected on the menu, according to Fox News. While traditional offerings like chicken wings and pizza are anticipated, some chefs are introducing new dishes.
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