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FIH's Digital Triumph: Strong Social Media Performance at Paris 2024 Olympics

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Tayyab Ikram, President of the International Hockey Federation (FIH), lauded the organization's digital success, stating, "The FIH and the sport of hockey delivered an outstanding overall social media performance during the 2024 Paris Olympics. This reflects our continuous efforts to enhance digital services and bring the sport closer to millions of fans. These achievements are truly inspiring. We will spare no effort; I have established a dedicated task force within the FIH, focusing on boosting fan engagement."more

Milan - Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics: Bormio and Livigno Face Tourism Challenges

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As Italy readies itself for the 2026 Milan - Cortina Winter Olympics, the mountain resorts of Bormio and Livigno are gearing up for a hoped - for tourism boom. With less than a year to go until the Games, many homeowners and short - term rental platforms have jacked up prices, anticipating high demand. Some properties are being listed for as much as €11,000 per night. Online platforms like Booking and Airbnb are showing exorbitant prices, such as €7,870 per night for an apartment and €35,000 for a two - week stay in a chalet.more

China's Inaugural AI - Driven Robot Games Kick Off in Wuxi

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China's first - ever AI - driven robot games have opened in Wuxi, a city in eastern China near Shanghai. These games mark a significant step as AI emerges from the laboratory to face the most human - like physical challenge: competition.more

UK Supreme Court Rules on Definition of “Women” in Equality Act

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In a landmark decision, the UK Supreme Court has ruled that under the Equality Act 2010, “women” refers to biological sex, excluding transgender women from gender - based protections. This decision is expected to have a significant impact on future policies, especially in women's sports events.more

IOC's Efforts to Minimize Olympics' Carbon Footprint

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The Olympic Games bring together athletes and spectators from across the globe, showcasing human potential, resilience, and a sense of unity unparalleled by other sporting events. To ensure the Games are held in the most efficient and responsible manner, the International Olympic Committee (IOC)'s Olympic Agenda mandates that hosts create a lasting positive impact on the host location while minimizing environmental harm. Central to this goal is the reduction of the carbon footprint associated with the Olympics.more