This Ohio-based company produces thousands of American flags as Team USA prepares for Milan-Cortina Games. COSHOCTON, Ohio — As more than 200 athletes prepare to represent Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, one Ohio company is ensuring the Stars and Stripes are ready for the world stage. Annin Flagmakers, the nation’s largest … Read more
Collodi, Italy, birthplace of the beloved wooden puppet, honors its literary roots with parks, art and global recognition. COLLODI, Province of Pistoia — In the hills of Tuscany, a small village continues to celebrate one of the world’s most famous fictional characters: Pinocchio. Collodi, with its terracotta rooftops and terraced gardens, inspired author Carlo Lorenzini, … Read more
The sport traces its origins to ski patrols and mountain exploration before reaching Olympic podium in Bormio. Ski mountaineering, known as “ski-mo,” makes its Olympic debut at the 2026 Winter Games in Milan-Cortina, bringing a sport rooted in human survival and military necessity into the global spotlight. Competitive events, including sprint races and a mixed-gender … Read more
Here’s where the Dallas Cowboys rank in Forbes’ list of the world’s 50 most valuable sports teams for 2025. DALLAS — The Dallas Cowboys may be eliminated from playoff contention, but they remain at the top of Forbes’ list of the 50 most valuable sports teams in the world for 2025. The Cowboys ranked number one on … Read more
The Aggies beat three No. 1 seeds to win the title. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Logan Lednicky had 11 kills, Maddie Waak had 29 assists and Texas A&M won its first NCAA volleyball championship, sweeping Kentucky 3-0 on Sunday. The Aggies (29-4) accomplished the rare feat of defeating three No. 1 seeds. They defeated Nebraska … Read more
De’Aaron Fox scored 27 points and sank five 3-pointers to help the San Antonio Spurs ease to a 124-113 victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night. WASHINGTON(AP) — De’Aaron Fox scored 27 points and sank five 3-pointers to help the San Antonio Spurs ease to a 124-113 victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday … Read more
The Houston Texans found themselves in a battle with the Las Vegas Raiders Sunday, squeaking out a two-point win. C.J. Stroud threw a touchdown pass, Derek Stingley returned an interception for a score and the Houston Texans beat Las Vegas 23-21 on Sunday for their seventh straight victory and the Raiders’ ninth loss in a … Read more