Peace through competition? Winter Olympics open in scenic Alps near Milan

By Editor One on February 9, 2026   China, Columnists, COMMENTARY, Exclusives, Italy, Japan, John Metzler, Russia, Serbia, South Korea, Top Stories, U.S. Culture, United Nations  

Special to WorldTribune.com By John J. Metzler, February 9, 2026 Set amid the spectacular Alpine scenery and historic towns of northern Italy, the XXV Winter Olympics have opened in Milan/Cortina. The two week event hosting 90 teams and some 2,900 athletes are competing in sporting events from the traditional downhill skiing, snowboard, speed skating to […]