U.S. ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates secured a silver medal at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics on Wednesday, falling just short of gold after a stunning upset by a French duo, according to NPR. The four-time Olympians, heavily favored to win, lost by a narrow margin after two days of intense competition.
The defeat marked a significant moment in the ice dancing competition, as Chock and Bates had been considered frontrunners. The French team's victory, however, was clouded by controversy surrounding their former partners, as reported by both NPR sources.
Meanwhile, the U.S. government expressed concerns about China's growing influence in Peru, specifically regarding the country's sovereignty. The Trump administration issued a blunt warning, stating that China's control over critical infrastructure, including a Chinese-built mega port, could jeopardize Peru's autonomy, according to The Associated Press via NPR. This warning followed a Peruvian court ruling that restricted local oversight of the port.
In other news, the Berlin Film Festival opened with "No Good Men," directed by Shahrbanoo Sadat, making it Afghanistan's first film to feature an onscreen kiss, as reported by Variety. The film's selection as the opener highlights its significance.
The EFM Animation Days at the Berlin Film Festival also showcased a variety of animated projects, including a "Black Death Romantic Horror" and a time-travel tale, according to Variety. The Annecy Showcase spearheads a packed EFM Animation Days, with a variety of titles.
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