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Beyond fashion and soccer: how Milan became a global business and tourism powerhouse

Over the past 25 years, Milan has undergone rapid economic growth, transforming from a largely industrial city into a global business and tourism hub, driven in part by high-profile events such as Expo 2015 and the recent Winter Olympics

AP | 02.26.26

'Proud of the history we made': Israel bobsled team posts statement after Olympic disqualification

Team publishes its version of incident and thanks its supporters: 'It was more important to us that our alternate could compete in the Olympics, but the circumstances under which we made the substitution did not meet the bar that allows a team to make a lineup change'

Ynet | 02.22.26

Israel’s flag alongside Iran’s flag at the Paris Olympics ceremony

From ancient Greece to Iran: how the Olympics have delayed wars

In ancient Greece, rival states observed an 'Olympic truce' during the Games; efforts to uphold the tradition continue today, though not always successfully; meanwhile, Trump warned Iran to reach a deal

Ron Crissy | 02.20.26

Olympic embarrassment: reporter goes on air drunk, rants about iguanas

Australian reporter Danika Mason admits drinking before a live report from Italy, struggling on air and veering off-topic in viral segment; apologizes, says she fell short of her standards

ynet | 02.19.26

המסר האנטי-ישראלי על הבלון האולימפי בחגיגות השנה לאולימפיאדת פריז

Anti-Israel message projected on Olympic balloon in France sparks outrage

Amnesty International projects a 'Stop the Genocide in Gaza' onto the Olympic hot air balloon in Paris, sparking applause and controversy during the one-year anniversary celebrations of the city's hosting the Olympics

Tamar Sebok, Paris | 02.16.26

International Olympic Committee store sells Nazi propaganda T-shirt from 1936 Berlin Olympics

Online shop of the International Olympic Committee offered a shirt featuring imagery from the 1936 Berlin Games, used by Adolf Hitler’s regime for propaganda; German officials condemn move as item quickly sells out

ynet | 02.14.26

Israel carries its flag as the Winter Olympics open in Milan and Cortina

Spectacular performances, dozens of dancers and a Maria Carey appearance marked the opening of the Winter Olympics, held simultaneously in Milan and Cortina, as boos were heard when the Israeli delegation entered San Siro Stadium

ynet | 02.07.26

LA 2028 Olympics open ticket registration, prices starting at $28

Fans can register now for a lottery to buy the first batch of tickets this spring, with millions available across more than 800 events and dozens of venues

Calcalist | 01.14.26

How Paralympic champion Moran Samuel turned pain into power

Paralympic rowing world champion Moran Samuel: 'When you open your heart, your heart is accessible'

Maayan Hoffman, ILTV | 12.21.25

Paleontologist at the Natural History Museum of Milan Cristiano Dal Sasso, right, comments on photos during press conference to present the discovery of thousands of dinosaur tracks discovered in Italy's Stelvio National Park near the areas that will host the Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympic Games, in Milan on December 16, 2025.

'Gift for Olympics': Photographer finds thousands of dinosaur footprints near Italian winter games venue

Find striking for the sheer number of footprints, estimated at as many as 20,000; prints are believed to have been made about 210 million years ago by long-necked bipedal herbivores who traveled in packs

Associated Press | 12.16.25

International Olympic Committee denies discussion of suspending Israel

IOC President Kirsty Coventry confirmed Israel's delegation will compete as usual at the Winter Olympics in Italy: 'Now more than ever, the Olympic movement must show the good in humanity'

Ynet | 09.20.25

Wealthy tourists are already booking luxury mansions for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles

The Olympic Games in LA will not open until 2028, but the city’s limited supply of luxury mansions and high-end apartments has already prompted wealthy tourists, athletes and corporations to lock down properties years ahead of time; Rental prices for the period are already running about 40% higher than usual

News Agencies | 09.07.25

Meet the Israeli gymnast wishing to be the next Olympics star

Sixteen-year-old Meital Sumkin emerges as Israel’s new rhythmic gymnastics star, making a stunning senior debut with multiple medals and drawing praise for her high difficulty and dynamic performances

Stav Ifargan | 08.20.25

European countries agree to host Israeli athletes amid security crisis

Germany, Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania and Portugal to provide accommodation for Israeli athletes stranded abroad as skies remain closed amid fighting against Iran

Nadav Zenziper | 06.17.25

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif faces renewed scrutiny over sex test leak

Leaked documents allegedly show she has XY chromosomes; controversy reignites debate over sex testing in women’s sports, with no official confirmation yet from Olympic authorities

Yair Kattan | 06.08.25