Lindsey Vonn, the 41-year-old US skier, is facing multiple surgeries after suffering a leg fracture during a crash at the Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy, on Sunday, February 8, 2026, according to Sky News. Despite the injury, Vonn stated she has "no regrets" about competing. In other news from the games, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) banned Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych from using a custom helmet honoring Ukrainian athletes killed in the ongoing war with Russia, Euronews reported.
Vonn crashed in the women's downhill skiing final after clipping a slalom gate midair, Sky News reported. The crash resulted in a "complex tibia fracture," according to the source. This injury comes after Vonn had already ruptured her ACL just last month.
The IOC's decision regarding Heraskevych's helmet, which featured portraits of Ukrainian athletes killed since the full-scale Russian invasion in 2022, was made because it contravened IOC guidelines about political symbols, Euronews stated. The committee will, however, allow Heraskevych to wear a black armband instead.
In other news, streaming services are offering deals. According to Wired, Disney is offering a minimal incentive for those who want to try an ad-supported Disney and Hulu bundle before February 17. A 4K-streaming, ad-free bundle of HBO Max, Disney, and Hulu is available for a discounted price.
Amidst the Winter Olympics and streaming deals, NPR News highlighted the importance of staying active indoors, especially during the winter season. The article discussed how modern life encourages sitting and provided tips on how to move more.
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