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International Olympic Committee faces backlash over sale of 1936 Berlin Olympics T-Shirt

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is facing criticism for selling merchandise commemorating the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games, an event widely associated with Nazi propaganda under Adolf Hitler.   A men’s T-shirt marking the Berlin Games was listed on …

International Olympic Committee criticized for Nazi-era shirt sale

International Olympic Committee secures big win on athlete speech limits

MILAN (AP) — The International Olympic Committee secured a major victory for its rules on athlete speech and expression Friday when a Ukrainian skeleton athlete lost his appeal against disqualification from the Milan Cortina Games. Vladyslav Heraskevych, …

International Olympic Committee secures big win on athlete speech limits ahead of 2028 LA Games

MILAN (AP) — The International Olympic Committee secured a major victory for its rules on athlete speech and expression Friday when a Ukrainian skeleton athlete lost his appeal against disqualification from the Milan Cortina Games. Vladyslav Heraskevych, …

You Won’t Believe Why the IOC Banned This Ukrainian Athlete From the Winter Games

This is part of Slate’s 2026 Olympics coverage. Read more here.  Russian forces have killed more than 650 Ukrainian athletes and coaches since the 2022 invasion. At the Milan Cortina Olympics, Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych had a touching …

Olympics defends selling shirts commemorating Hitler’s 1936 Berlin Games

The International Olympic Committee defended its sale of T-shirts commemorating the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games hosted by Nazi Germany, as it sold out of the shirts amid the controversy. In a statement released to the press, the IOC statement acknowledged “ …

Condom crisis hits Milano Games on Valentine's Day

MILAN, Feb 14 : Athletes at the Milano Cortina Games seem to have embraced Valentine’s week with their trademark Olympic intensity, racing through their free condom supply to leave dispensers empty before the big day itself. Some 10,000 prophylactics were …

Games chief happy at halfway mark despite rocky preparations

MILAN, Feb 14 : The Milano Cortina Olympics reached the halfway mark on Saturday, having avoided any major crisis so far, leaving organisers enjoying strong ticket sales and increased viewership despite rocky years of preparation to get the Games ready. …

Disqualified at the Olympics, Ukrainian skeleton racer gains another top honor

The Ukrainian skeleton Olympian cut from competition at the Milan Cortina Games because of his helmet remembering fellow athletes killed in the war with Russia has received a medal of a different kind. The Ukrainian Order of Freedom, awarded to him by the …

Omar Eyes Olympic Medal Before Turning Professional

Veteran boxer Abdul Wahid Omar has revealed that he remains in the amateur ranks because he wants to claim an Olympic medal before transitioning to professional boxing, despite already representing Ghana at the 2016 Rio Olympics and winning two …

Disqualified Ukrainian skeleton racer speaks at Estonian Olympic Commitee dinner in Munich

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych, who was disqualified from the Winter Olympics for wearing a helmet honoring athletes killed in the war, spoke at a dinner in Munich on Friday hosted by Estonian Olympic Committee President Kersti Kaljulaid. …

Olympics committee defends sale of T-shirt commemorating 1936 Nazi-era Games

The governing body for the Olympics is defending its sale of a limited-edition T-shirt commemorating the 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin under Adolf Hitler’s Germany. The $42 shirt, which was condemned by Jewish organizations, has already sold out from the …

'Nobody Was Complaining...': Vladyslav Heraskevych Irked By IOC's 'Purely Discriminatory Decision'!

Last Updated:February 14, 2026, 11:18 IST Heraskevych, who was disqualified from the Winter Olympics 2026, revealed that he was frustrated by the discriminatory decision to bar him from the quadrennial spectacle. Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav …

How a Country That’s Never Won a Medal Conquered the Winter Olympics—in Cashmere

MILAN—Team USA was dressed by Ralph Lauren, Canada came decked out in the finest Lululemon and Italy welcomed the world to the Milan Cortina Games in uniforms designed by Emporio Armani. But the most stylish delegation in this global capital of fashion was …

Head of International Olympic Committee Congratulates Bulgaria on Olympic Medal

On Tuesday, President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Kirsty Coventry congratulated the Bulgarian Olympic Committee on Tervel Zamfirov's bronze medal from the men's parallel giant slalom at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, Bulgaria's …

The Wildest, Most Shocking Controversies Happening at the 2026 Winter Olympics, So Far

NEED TO KNOW The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics kicked off on Feb. 6 Since then, multiple controversies have dominated news coverage of the global sporting event Some athletes have competed amid scrutiny, while others have been disqualified for …

2026 winter Olympics village hit by unexpected condom shortage

The 2026 Winter Olympics has been hit with a bizarre shortage after athletes use up the available condoms Athletes have reportedly used up the available condoms in three days, sparking concerns over the activities The International Olympic Committee has …

Ukrainian Skeleton Racer Vladyslav Heraskevych Loses Appeal in Olympic ‘Helmet of Memory’ Dispute

The Court of Arbitration for Sport has dismissed Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych’s appeal against his disqualification from the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, upholding a ruling that barred him from competing over a helmet honoring …

Winter Olympics broadcaster forced to apologise after being accused of 'misgendering' transgender athlete

NBC has apologised after its commentary team were used of using incorrect pronouns when referring to transgender Olympic skier Elis Lundholm during women's moguls coverage. The American broadcaster acknowledged that its announcers mistakenly used …

Self-Awareness Game Expands to Spanish-Speaking World With Zero Marketing Budget

Level Up game uses autonomous AI family system and trilingual educator to reach players across 10 countries with zero ad spend LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Most companies expanding into Spanish-speaking …

Digital Data for Resilience: Dmitry Erokhin Shows How Online Data Strengthen Crisis Communication and Climate Adaptation

Dmitry Erokhin at IIASA Laxenburg Austria shows how search and social media signals can strengthen crisis communication, climate adaptation, and trust. VIENNA, VIENNA, AUSTRIA, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When crises unfold at …

GlobalWealth360 Launches Ireland Relocation Advisory for Americans and Corporate Mobility Teams

New firm delivers human-first relocation support designed to reduce failed assignments and help families settle into life abroad with confidence DUBLIN, IRELAND, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GlobalWealth360, a new international …

Dr. Antonia Maioni Named President of John Cabot University

Canadian born scholar succeeds Dr Franco Pavoncello as Head of Rome based U.S. University ROME, LAZIO, ITALY, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Comm. Salvatore Salibello, Chairman of John Cabot University (JCU), based in Rome has announced …

Pooling Intelligence -Connecting the World with Light

SHANGHAI, SHANGHAI, CHINA, February 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pooling Intelligence, Connecting the World with Light: The 31st Working Conference of the 2026 APC International Business Development Committee Successfully Held On January 16, 2026, …

CIMMYT Signs Joint Statement on Food Security at the Munich Security Conference

CIMMYT joins global security leaders at the Munich Security Conference in calling for food systems to be treated as strategic infrastructure. MUNICH, GERMANY, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Munich Security Conference (MSC), the …

Wells of Life Announces Walk4Water 2026: A New Chapter After 12 Years of Run4Water

Inclusive 3K walk invites families, students, and communities to “Step Into Their Story” SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wells of Life announces that after 12 successful years of Run4Water, 2026 …

Magnify Capital Partners invests in Shortcut, developer of WATT Utility Bill Validation Platform

Investment accelerates growth of innovative energy billing software; Yellow Tulip Inc holds strategic majority stake. ALFENA, PORTO, PORTUGAL, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shortcut, a Portuguese software development company and …

TheGenieLab Unveils Next-Generation AI Rewrite App for Shopify Merchants with AI Visibility & Prompt Intelligence

Advanced rewriting, SEO intent coverage, and smarter prompt-driven content now built for Shopify stores of all sizes MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TheGenieLab, a certified Shopify Plus Partner and leader in eCommerce …

I Heard the Children Singing - New Chamber Orchestra Music in New York City on Thursday, February 19 at 7 PM

The North/South Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of Max Lifchitz, offers premieres of works by composers from Canada, Mexico and the US NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The North/South Chamber …

Dr. Francis Chishala Honored with the ICN Challenge Champion Leadership Award in Pretoria, South Africa

Zambian diplomat and disability advocate recognized in Pretoria for advancing education, inclusion, and global leadership impact. PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On February 7, 2026, Dr. Francis Chishala, a …

Mobisoft Infotech Launches Fractional CTO as a Services for Startups

New offering helps non-technical founders and early teams bridge the gap between product vision and scalable execution. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobisoft Infotech has launched Fractional CTO and …

Report on Food and Beverages Market Size, Share, Competitive Landscape, and Trend Analysis

The Business Research Company's Food And Beverages Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The food and beverages …

Matcha Industry Analysis: Market Competition and Growth Outlook

The Business Research Company's Matcha Industry Analysis: Market Competition and Growth Outlook LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The matcha market has seen impressive growth over recent …

Fats and Oils Market: Analysis of Future Demand and Leading Key Players Through 2030

The Business Research Company's Fats And Oils Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The fats and oils market has …

LEI24 Urges Transparency in LEI Services as Compliance Risks Rise

Trade rejections and unexpected fees highlight the growing need for predictable, clear LEI management. UNITED KINGDOM, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With Legal Entity Identifiers (LEIs) now mandatory in many financial transactions, …

Detailed Analysis of the Medical Foods for Inborn Errors of Metabolism Market: Key Opportunities and Challenges

The Business Research Company's Detailed Analysis of the Medical Foods for Inborn Errors of Metabolism Market: Key Opportunities and Challenges LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The market …

Maple Syrup Market Overview and Insights by Application, Industry, Region, and Segment Projections Through 2030

The Business Research Company's Maple Syrup Market Overview and Insights by Application, Industry, Region, and Segment Projections Through 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The maple …

Macadamia Market Expected to Expand at CAGR Through 2030 Driven by Technological Advancements: Industry Report

The Business Research Company's Macadamia Market Expected to Expand at CAGR Through 2030 Driven by Technological Advancements: Industry Report LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

Analysis Report on Food Ingredients Market Size, Share, and Trends by Product

The Business Research Company's Food Ingredients Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The food ingredients sector …