The U.S. is one of the only countries that doesn’t directly fund its Olympians. Here’s how athletes make a living instead. MILAN, Italy — The United States has more gold medalists than any other country in the world, so it may come as a surprise that the nation doesn’t directly fund any of its athletes’ … Read more
If there is one constant in life, it’s that the Super Bowl will always be on a Sunday, and people will always talk about how they wish it was on a Saturday. WASHINGTON — The Super Bowl isn’t just a football game—it’s America’s biggest party. The broadcast draws massive audiences globally, attracting even casual viewers … Read more
Big Air events at the 2026 Olympics feature huge jumps, high-risk tricks and judging based on difficulty, execution, height and progression. WASHINGTON — With the 2026 Winter Olympics here, big air events are once again set to be some of the most jaw dropping competitions to watch. Big air snowboarding and big air freestyle skiing … Read more
Lindsey Vonn, 41, still plans to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics days after tearing her ACL. MILAN, Metropolitan City of Milan — Lindsey Vonn posted a video of her doing intense leg workouts not even a week after she tore her ACL while preparing for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Vonn, 41, is the record holder … Read more
The 22-year-old from Cleveland Heights, Ohio, helped Team USA defeat Czechia 5-1 and scored her first Olympic point in the opening period. MILAN, Metropolitan City of Milan — Laila Edwards is the first Black woman to compete for the U.S. women’s hockey team at the Winter Olympics, breaking a nearly three-decade barrier. “To have the opportunity … Read more
Let the Games begin! Friday marks the official start of the Winter Olympics with the Opening Ceremony. WASHINGTON — Team USA will attempt to win back-to-back gold medals in the team event that opens the figure skating competition Friday at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The team event starts Friday and ends Sunday, with two programs … Read more
The powerful U.S. figure skating squad will have its first opportunity to shine at the Winter Olympics on Friday. WASHINGTON — The figure skating competition is one of Team USA’s most anticipated performances as they seek to defend their team title. The powerful U.S. figure skating squad will have its first opportunity to shine at the … Read more