The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics’ early events continue today before Friday's opening ceremony. Curling began the action yesterday and continues today, with wins for the U.S., Canada, hosts Italy and Britain.

Follow NBC News live updates for the latest on the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, where hockey and snowboarding events will open ahead of the opening ceremony.

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A deep U.S. Figure Skating roster can contend across all disciplines, but the nation won't have an easy path to gold.

MILAN, Feb 5 (Reuters) - U.S. athletes in Milan are bracing for what could be a chilly Winter Games reception as political unrest at home over federal immigration enforcement spills into host country and fuels protests against the policies of the Trump administration.

Italy has foiled "Russian origin" cyber-attacks targeting the Winter Olympics, says Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani.

Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Team USA Olympic athletes in Milan, wishing them luck before the winter games.

Jutta Leerdam put Olympic pride front and center as she posted a polished new photo set to Instagram on Monday, February 2, offering a confident walk-through moment straight from the Games backdrop. The Dutch speed skater,