MILAN (AP) — The IOC elected its first female member from Iran on Wednesday, who became its current youngest representative and opened the Olympic body to scrutiny over the country's record on women in sports.

The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics officially begins today with the opening ceremony and a number of early events. Curling began the action over the past two days and continues this Friday, as does the women’s ice hockey competition that saw Team USA beat Czech Republic yesterday.

The 2026 Winter Olympics are set to dazzle audiences worldwide with a unique blend of sports, culture, and entertainment. Hosted in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, the Games pr