Fire destroys bar at Swiss Winter Olympic venue Crans-Montana
A historic bar at the Crans-Montana resort, a proposed 2038 Winter Olympic venue, has been destroyed by fire. The blaze raises safety concerns as Switzerland prepares its bid.
A historic bar at the Crans-Montana resort, a proposed 2038 Winter Olympic venue, has been destroyed by fire. The blaze raises safety concerns as Switzerland prepares its bid.
Switzerland is in exclusive talks with the IOC to host the 2038 Winter Olympics, with Crans-Montana set for downhill events. Read the full bid details.
American skeleton athlete Katie Uhlaender claims a Canadian coach manipulated a qualifying event, costing her a place at her sixth Winter Olympics. Read the full story on the latest US-Canada sporting clash.
A 55-year-old security guard has died during a freezing shift at a construction site near a 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic venue. Italy's minister demands a full investigation.
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Lindsey Vonn, 41, claims her 84th World Cup win in Austria, leading the standings and becoming the clear favourite for the Winter Olympics. Read the full story.
US snowboard star Chloe Kim dislocates shoulder in training, casting doubt on her historic bid for a third consecutive Olympic gold medal at Milano Cortina 2026.
Amber Glenn reclaimed the US women's short program record with 83.05 points, edging out world champion Alysa Liu. The national championships are the final Olympic team selection event.
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The King's Foundation is building a new luxury wedding and events hall at its 300-year-old Dumfries House estate in Scotland. The King's Hall will host up to 200 guests and is set to open in 2027.
Couples can book a royal-style wedding at The King's Foundation's new luxury venue, The King's Hall, set to open at Dumfries House in 2027. Proceeds will fund heritage and community projects.
IIHF president confirms Olympic ice hockey arenas may not be fully ready for Milan-Cortina 2026, with reduced seating and NHL concerns over ice quality and dimensions. Read the latest updates.
Aerial skier Reilly Flanagan and cross-country skier Hannah Price represent Australia's underdog spirit in a last-ditch effort to qualify for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games.
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Mexican authorities seize dozens of high-value motorcycles in the hunt for Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted list. A $15m reward is offered.
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy begin on February 6. Here is the full schedule, how to watch on BBC and Discovery+ in the UK, and Team GB's medal hopes.
Olympic legends Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean are reportedly set to be knighted and made a dame in the King's New Year Honours, nearly 50 years after their iconic gold medal win. Read the full story.
Exclusive tour of the shuttered G-A-Y Bar on Old Compton Street reveals why no operator has taken over the iconic LGBT+ venue, despite its prime Soho location. Discover the challenges facing London's nightlife.
World Triathlon and the PTO forge a historic alliance, creating a new Triathlon World Tour and targeting inclusion of the T100 long-distance event in the Olympic programme as soon as the 2032 Brisbane Games.
Coastal rowing, a dynamic new discipline inspired by surf and beach sports, has been officially added to the programme for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Discover how this exciting format will change the sport.
Lindsey Vonn extends her World Cup downhill lead with a third-place finish in France, sharpening expectations for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Read the full race analysis.
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Hackney Council tries to calm fears for iconic MOTH Club as 30,000 oppose flats plan. Mayor gives assurances, but Music Venue Trust warns safeguards are not guaranteed. Read the latest.
Greenwich's Borough Hall has avoided a licence suspension after noise complaints. Its Saturday hours have been cut by one hour and new noise controls imposed following a council review.
Mikaela Shiffrin secures her 105th World Cup victory, winning by 1.55 seconds. She has won all four slaloms this season by margins exceeding a full second. Read more on her historic run.
London's Hyde Park Winter Wonderland closes for the season on January 1, 2026. Plan your final visit for ice skating, rides, and Bavarian treats before it's gone.
Olympic triathlon champion Alex Yee stunned with a 2:06:38 marathon in Valencia, becoming the second-fastest Briton in history behind only Mo Farah. Discover his incredible journey.
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