From across Europe, Japanese fans rally for the Winter Games

The Olympics feel closer and more personal than ever for some Japanese expats.

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Spanish figure skater says 'Minions' music barred due to copyright issue

Tomas-Llorenc Guarino ​Sabate, 26, dressed ‌in a yellow t-shirt and blue overalls during ‌his performance to resemble the popular animated characters.

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Speedskater Takagi sticks to winning formula ahead of Milano Cortina

Now a seven-time Olympic medalist, Takagi found an unexpected sense of ease at the Milano Speed Skating Stadium

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IOC expresses confidence amid last-minute push to prepare venues for Olympics

The 2026 Olympics are more spread out than past winter editions.

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Carlos Alcaraz wins first Australian Open to complete career Grand Slam

The Spaniard was imperious after a slow start in dismissing the 38-year-old, 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 at Rod Laver Arena.

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Greenland siblings put pride before protest at Winter Olympics

They appear to have taken being thrust into the limelight ‍in stride, pivoting from talking about politics to proclaiming their pride in their country and the support they feel.

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Yuma Kagiyama's 'Turandot' program highlights music's impact in figure skating

Yuma Kagiyama, a medal favorite in men's singles, will skate to composer Christopher Tin's bespoke four-minute edit of his own 'Turandot' ending at the Milano Cortina Games.

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