The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, Italy, officially commenced on February 6th with a vibrant opening ceremony, showcasing Italian culture and featuring performances by international artists, according to multiple news sources. The games, which will continue through February 22nd, feature competitions in various sports, including Alpine skiing, curling, and ice dancing, with the Paralympics to follow in March. American viewers should note the six-hour time difference, with primetime replays airing on NBC, as reported by CBS News.
The opening ceremony, held at the San Siro stadium, celebrated Italian art, music, and culture, with performances by artists such as Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli, as stated by NPR Politics. The games also highlight the focus on sleep optimization for athletes, according to a multi-source report from Vox.
Among the athletes competing is Ilia Malinin, the American figure skater, who is the heavy favorite to win the gold medal, as reported by Vox. Malinin, 21, is poised to make Olympic history. "The scary part? He could still get even better," wrote Alex Abad-Santos of Vox.
The Winter Olympics are a major event, and Vox expressed its enthusiasm for the games. The event is also set against a backdrop of global events, including indirect talks between the US and Iran, mediated by Oman, regarding Tehran's nuclear program, as noted by Vox.
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