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Sport in the time of global warming

In Italy, the real life counterparts of Tina and Milo, the ermine and stoat mascots of the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympic Games, face existential threat in the Alps as their snow cover slowly melts away due to climate change. In fact, till last week, the hosts were contemplating importing tons of snow to hold the Games.
Last Updated : 31 January 2026, 17:18 IST
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At the Club World Cup held in the USA last year a cooling break at the end of each half of matches were given. Experts have warned about extreme heat risking health ahead of the FIFA World Cup to be jointly held in USA Mexico and Canada this summer.

At the Club World Cup held in the USA last year a cooling break at the end of each half of matches were given. Experts have warned about extreme heat risking health ahead of the FIFA World Cup to be jointly held in USA Mexico and Canada this summer.

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Olympic rings in snow ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina Italy January 30 2026.

Olympic rings in snow ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina Italy January 30 2026.

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Published 31 January 2026, 17:18 IST

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