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Human Interest and Quirky Moments at the Olympics

The Olympics are generating buzz with unique human interest stories, including ex-partners competing in an intimate sport and a collection of other weird moments like cursing curlers and a condom shortage.

16 Feb, 02:00 — 16 Feb, 12:47

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Yahoo16 Feb, 12:47

Ilia Malinin hints at 'inevitable crash' amid Olympic pressure and online hate in social media post

Ilia Malinin posted a video on social media Monday juxtaposing images of his many triumphs with a black-and-white image of the U.S. figure skater with his head buried in his hands, and a caption hinting at an “inevitable crash” amid the pressure of the Olympics while teasing that a “version of the story” is coming on Saturday. Malinin, who helped the U.S. clinch the team gold medal early in the Winter Games, was the heavy favorite to add another gold in the individual event.

By DAVE SKRETTA

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The Independent16 Feb, 12:14

‘Cool Runnings’ fan Lewis Hamilton backed for bobsleigh stardom after F1

Lewis Hamilton has previously expressed an interest in trying his hand at bobsledding

By Alan Baldwin

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AP16 Feb, 12:08

Inside the secret text group of US figure skating Olympic gold medalists known as 'the OGM chain' - AP News

Inside the secret text group of US figure skating Olympic gold medalists known as 'the OGM chain'  AP News

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BBC16 Feb, 11:23

Team GB skeleton gold medallist says she discovered talent after Instagram ad

Tabitha Stoecker made history on Sunday by winning the first Olympic mixed team skeleton gold with teammate Matt Weston.

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Daily Sabah16 Feb, 09:05

Milano-Cortina hosts remove worker after 'Free Palestine' chant

Officials at Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games said Sunday they had moved swiftly to preserve what they called “a neutral, respectful and welcoming environment” after a reta...

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wsj16 Feb, 02:00

It’s the Most Intimate Sport at the Olympics. This Pair Is Doing It as Exes. - The Wall Street Journal

It’s the Most Intimate Sport at the Olympics. This Pair Is Doing It as Exes.  The Wall Street Journal

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