The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics officially commenced Friday evening in Milan, Italy, with an opening ceremony held at the San Siro stadium. The event, which featured performances paying homage to Italian music, art, and culture, saw athletes from over 90 countries parading into the stadium before thousands of spectators, according to NPR Politics.
The opening ceremony included tributes to Italian heritage, showcasing the nation's artistic and cultural contributions. Italian ballet dancers were among the performers, as captured in photographs released by NPR Politics. The games mark a significant international event, bringing together athletes and spectators from around the globe.
In other news, the CIA World Factbook, a resource that provided insights into how the CIA viewed the world, has been discontinued. According to NPR News, the website, which once drew millions of views annually, offered a unique perspective on global affairs. Journalist Bill Chappell, writing for NPR News, recalled his early experiences with the Factbook, noting its value for understanding global data.
Meanwhile, in the realm of technology, a new programming language called r3forth, inspired by ColorForth, has emerged. This minimalist, self-hosted stack machine environment is designed to be a complete, self-contained system, balancing minimalism with creative power, according to Hacker News. The language, written in C, is designed for simplicity and speed.
In the world of film, the South African duo Jason Jacobs and Devon Delmar's work, "Variations on a Theme," was recently reviewed. The film, which won at Rotterdam, is a portrait of a Northern Cape community, according to Variety.
Finally, for those interested in vocal techniques, a guide to vocal registers is available. The guide, found on Hacker News, explains the fundamental modes of vocal fold vibration, offering insights into chest voice and other registers. The guide emphasizes the importance of mastering these techniques for vocal control.
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