International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation acknowledges IOC’s decision on ROC

Nordic combined dropped from 2030 French Alps Winter Olympics

Nordic combined, the event combining ski jumping and cross-country skiing, has been removed from the sports program for the 2030 French Alps Winter Olympics. The International Olympic Committee approved the 2030 program at its Executive Board meeting on Monday. Nordic combined was part of every Winter Olympics since the inaugural Games in 1924 but has long faced uncertainty due to limited global popularity, domination by a handful of countries and the absence of a women's event through the 2026

Olympic Council of Asia backs IOC decision to allow Russian athletes to compete internationally

The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has welcomed the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board's decision to no longer apply its recommendation restricting the participation of Russian athletes and teams in international competitions.

IOC Allows Russia's Olympic Return While Retaining Flag And Anthem Ban

The IOC's decision marks a step towards Russia's return to the Olympics, but athletes will still participate as neutrals without the national flag or anthem.

Olympians to trade skis and skates for hats and boots in Calgary Stampede parade

CALGARY — A pair of Winter Olympians are set to trade in their skis and skates for hats and boots today as the Calgary Stampede parade kicks off 10 days of western-themed festivities. Medallists and parade marshals Mikael Kingsbury and Courtney Sarault are to lead the procession along the city’s downtown streets. Many Calgarians get [] The post Olympians to trade skis and skates for hats and boots in Calgary Stampede parade appeared first on Loonie Politics.

Ski mountaineering remains on Olympic program for 2030 Games in France

Ski mountaineering remains on Olympic program for 2030 Games in France

IOC eases restrictions on Russian athletes ahead of 2028 games | AJ #shorts

The International Olympic Committee has lifted some of the restrictions on Russian athletes, allowing them to compete in some team events and qualifying competitions ahead of the Los Angeles games in 2028. But the IOC has kept a ban on Russian flags and its national anthem at all IOC events for now. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

Russians to Compete at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics Games

However, the Olympic Committee has not yet decided whether the Russian symbols can be displayed in competitions. On Tuesday, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) provisionally lifted the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC), which had been in effect since October 2023. It also recommended that international federations remove restrictions stemming from the Ukrainian war []

IOC eases restrictions on Russians before 2028 LA Games as anthem, flag ban remains

More than four years after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Tuesday lifted some restrictions allowing their athletes compete in team events and qualifying competitions for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. “We made it clear that we wanted to ensure all athletes have the possibility to compete at [] The post IOC eases restrictions on Russians before 2028 LA Games as anthem, flag ban remains appeared first on The Namibian.

Saskatchewan Roughriders unveil ‘Prairie Blizzard’ uniforms

The Saskatchewan Roughriders have unveiled their new ‘Prairie Blizzard’ uniforms, which they’ll wear against the Toronto Argonauts on Friday night. In a statement, the club indicated it’s a “one-time look.” “When we found out that we would be hosting a Toronto home game at Mosaic Stadium and therefore wearing white at home, we worked quickly []

IOC provisionally lifts suspension of Russian Olympic Committee

IOC President Kirsty Coventry spoke about the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board's decision to provisionally lift the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) that had been in effect since October 2023, ending neutral status vetting for Russian athletes, a step toward Russia's return and ahead of the Los Angeles 2028 Games.

International Olympic Committee recommends lifting all restrictions on Russian athletes ahead of 2028 Los Angeles Games

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has recommended lifting all restrictions on Russian athletes and has temporarily reinstated the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC), the organization announced on its website.

IOC votes to continue ski mountaineering for 2030 Games

The proposal for 2030 adds men's and women's relays

IOC adds freeride, drops Nordic combined for 2030; eases Russia ban for LA 2028

The International Olympic Committee announced program changes for the 2030 Games in the French Alps, and eased restrictions on Russian athletes ahead of the Los Angeles Games. The ban on the Russian flag and anthem remains in place for now.

International Table Tennis Federation removes restrictions on Russian players

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) previously restored the Russian Olympic Committee's membership and recommended lifting all restrictions on Russian athletes

LIVE: NASA astronauts exit the ISS

NASA astronauts Chris Williams and Jessica Meir begin a spacewalk to replace a wrist joint that malfunctioned on the Canadarm2 robotic arm. #NASA #ISS #Canadaarm2 #space #science #spaceexploration #live #Reuters #News Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/

Outstanding Contributors to Tourism Industry Recognised

Outstanding contributors to Jamaica’s tourism industry were recognised at the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) 65th Annual Awards Luncheon, held at Sandals Dunn’s River in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, []

WATCH: Advocacy Groups React to Transgender Athletes Ruling

WATCH: Advocacy Groups React to Transgender Athletes Ruling

Sunshine Mountain Lodge at Banff Sunshine

Your last chance for summer skiing this year and an unsponsored guide to the best ski-in ski-out experience I've ever had.

Russia Cleared to Host International Sports Events After IOC Decision, ROC Says

The Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) has announced that Russia has regained the right to host international sporting events, ROC President Mikhail Degtyarev said on his Telegram channel. ROC Says IOC Has Lifted Hosting Restrictions Degtyarev wrote that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) had lifted its ban on holding international competitions in Russia. At the same time, he noted that the IOC emphasized that decisions on staging events and sporting competitions in Russia, inviting Russian sports officials, and permitting the display of Russian national symbols would remain at the discretion of each international federation. Restrictions on Russian Athletes Also Eased Degtyarev also stated that the requirement to assess Russian athletes for neutral status had been removed.

Calgary Stampede parade kicks off 10 days of western fun

A pair of Winter Olympians traded their skis and skates for hats and boots Friday as the Calgary Stampede parade kicked off 10 days of western-themed festivities.

IOC eases restrictions for Russian athletes in 2028 Olympics

The International Olympic Committee eased restrictions on Russian athletes for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, “provisionally” lifting the suspension of its athletes. In a press release, the IOC’s Executive Board said the ban on its flag, anthem, colors, and national identification remains in place, and a decision on that will come “at an appropriate time.” []

NASA to Cover US Spacewalk 95, Host Preview News Conference

NASA astronauts will venture outside the International Space Station on Tuesday, June 30, to replace a wrist joint on the orbital complex’s Canadarm2 robotic arm. The spacewalk is scheduled to begin at approximately 8 a.m. EDT. Experts from NASA and CSA (Canadian Space Agency) will preview the upcoming spacewalk during a news conference at 2 []

Did Putin Give Up Part of the Spoils of War in Ukraine Because of the Olympics in America?

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has lifted the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee, clearing the path for Russian athletes to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The IOC states its decision is based on the Russian Olympic Committee no longer including regional sports organizations from the Ukrainian territories of Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk, and Zaporizhzhia. Has Russia quietly renounced it’s desire for control over these territories? And what does it want in return?

Summer events planned to celebrate 50th anniversary of 1976 Olympics in Montreal

As Montreal celebrates the golden jubilee of the 1976 Olympic Games, several events are planned across the city to commemorate the games throughout the summer. Earlier this spring, the City of Montreal, Olympic Park, Parc Jean-Drapeau and the Canadian Olympic Committee announced that the city will mark the anniversary with a year-long program of events [] The post Summer events planned to celebrate 50th anniversary of 1976 Olympics in Montreal appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Lawmakers Slam International Olympic Committee’s Move on Russia

U.S. lawmakers from both parties are criticizing the International Olympic Committee after it voted this week to provisionally allow the Russian Olympic Committee back into competition, arguing the decision sends the wrong message as Russia continues its war against Ukraine. The criticism came as Moscow presses ahead with its military campaign more than four years []...Click to read more

Live Stream: International audiences can sign up and watch Calgary at Montreal on CFL+

International audiences can sign up and watch the Calgary Stampeders take on the Montreal Alouettes at Percival Molson Memorial Stadium.

Russia to take on World Athletics at CAS over ban

Russian Athletics notes that World Athletics' decision affects the fundamental interests of athletics in Russia and restricts Russian athletes' right to compete, on grounds that Russian Athletics considers discriminatory, read the federation's statement. The post Russia to take on World Athletics at CAS over ban appeared first on Vanguard News.

Summer skiing at Sunshine Village draws skiers from Alberta and beyond

Just a week before the Calgary Stampede starts, skiers from all over North America are taking advantage of skiing in shorts and a T-shirt at Sunshine Village.

Ben Andersen and Caitlyn Dahm in second place in Pool B at Calgary Stampede

Ben Andersen of Rocky Mountain House, Alberta and Caitlyn Dahm of Duffield, Alberta are both in second place in Pool B action at the 2026 Calgary Stampede. On Monday, Andersen had the second best score in the bareback competition, and Dahm had the second fastest time in the women’s breakaway roping event. Andersen had a [] The post Ben Andersen and Caitlyn Dahm in second place in Pool B at Calgary Stampede appeared first on Canadian Sport Scene.

Families invited to tackle The Gauntlet at Fourways Mall this winter

South Africa’s largest inflatable obstacle course serves up active winter school holiday fun Fourways Mall is giving families a high-energy reason to head indoors this winter as The Gauntlet, South Africa’s largest inflatable obstacle course, takes over the mall’s centre court from 26 June to 9 July 2026. At over 650 sqm in size, the []

Kings Island named one of America’s most affordable amusement parks

A new study has revealed that your yearly summer trip to ride The Racer and Diamondback is one of the most affordable theme park trips in the entire country. In HomeToGo’s 2026 Theme Park Index, Kings Island placed 11 on the affordability scale. Based on one-day ticket prices, parking costs and average accommodation rates, an [] The post Kings Island named one of America’s most affordable amusement parks appeared first on Cincinnati CityBeat.

HRH Prince Sufri commends Commonwealth Games weightlifting qualifier

HRH Prince Sufri commends Commonwealth Games weightlifting qualifier

International Olympic Committee lifts Russia suspension ahead of 2028 LA Games

The International Olympic Committee advised sports bodies to end a three-year program vetting Russians for neutral status ahead of qualifying events for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Outdoor recreation study highlights economic challenges for Wyoming businesses

The report represents the first comprehensive study of the state’s outdoor recreation economy. Businesses ranked hiring, climate and marketing as top concerns. The post Outdoor recreation study highlights economic challenges for Wyoming businesses appeared first on WyoFile .

Theme park to close doors forever after 36 years - 'extremely difficult decision'

The theme park has three high-speed roller coasters a 40-foot go-kart track, a bungee-jumping tower and several rides for families and younger kids

TCL Supports "2026 Olympic Day cum Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Fun Run", Celebrating the Olympic Spirit with Athletes and the Public, and Offering Lucky Draw Prizes Worth Approximately HK$180,000

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 June 2026 - TCL, as a Worldwide Olympic Partner, proudly supported the 2026 Olympic Day cum Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Fun Run, organised by the Sports Federation Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China, joining more than 2,500 members of the ...

International tennis tournament draws nearly 1,000 players to Türkiye's Mount Erciyes

Competitors from 52 countries are taking part as Mount Erciyes expands beyond winter tourism with year-round high-altitude sports facilities

Olympic athletes to get cash grants from new $100M US fund created by IOC

The International Olympic Committee committed Wednesday to paying more than 100 million US directly to athletes, creating a fund for 10,000 grants they can apply for after competing at a Summer Games or Winter Games.