Team GB secured its first gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina on Saturday, February 14, as Matt Weston won the men's singles skeleton competition. The 28-year-old, who had been the favorite after leading at the halfway stage, finished with a near-faultless final run, increasing his margin of victory to 0.88 seconds, according to Sky News.
Weston's victory marked a significant moment for Team GB at the games. He had previously achieved success as a world and European champion. His performance included setting track records in the first two heats, further solidifying his position as a top contender.
Meanwhile, world leaders gathered in Munich on Friday, February 13, for the Munich Security Conference to discuss the future of Europe's security, as reported by NPR. The conference, described as a "Davos for defense," brought together presidents, prime ministers, diplomats, and spies. U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Thom Tillis, co-chairs of the bipartisan Senate NATO Observer Group, attended the conference.
In other news from the games, U.S. figure skater Ilia Malinin, who was favored to win gold, finished in eighth place, according to NPR News. Malinin's performance was a disappointment, as he had been expected to contend for the top spot.
The conference in Munich provided a platform for discussions on the transatlantic alliance, with NPR reporting on the ongoing conversations about its survival. The event highlighted the complex geopolitical landscape and the challenges facing international cooperation.
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