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Beijing sees uptick in COVID cases ahead of Olympics

The Chinese capital has reported 14 new COVID-19 cases as it begins a third round of mass testing of millions of people in the run-up to the Winter Olympics

The Independent UK

Climate change might kill the Winter Olympics

The controversial cold-weather Games in Beijing could also be one of the last.

Mic

Why is Russia banned from the Winter Olympics and what is ROC?

Russian athletes competed under a neutral Olympic flag at Pyeongchang 2018

The Independent UK

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Abrupt lockdowns loom over Beijing life ahead of Olympics

Beijing residents are coping with abrupt local lockdowns and sweeping COVID-19 testing requirements as the Chinese capital seeks to prevent a coronavirus outbreak ahead of the opening of the Winter Olympics in less than two weeks

The Independent UK

Rising temperatures threaten future of Winter Olympics, say experts

Only one of 21 previous locations would be able to reliably host Games in future if emissions remain on current path, study shows

The Guardian - UK

Aerial skier Brittany George goes missing, police appeal for help

Police launch an urgent appeal to help locate a 24-year-old former Winter Olympics hopeful who has been reported missing.

ABC News

The logistical nightmare of getting athletes to the Olympics

Flying chartered is a luxury often reserved for rock stars and royalty. But China’s approach to Covid, with officials determined to stamp out the virus, means that most of the 3,000 or so skiers, snowboarders, skaters and bobsleigh riders descending on Beijing for the Winter Olympics next month will be…

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‘A genocide against our people’: Australian Uyghur leader calls for athlete boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics

‘While our people suffer in camps and in prison we can’t enjoy the game even if we want to. It hurts’

The Guardian - AU

Who is boycotting the Beijing Winter Olympics and why?

Several countries have opted against sending diplomatic delegations to the Games

The Independent UK

Which countries are competing in the Winter Olympics?

Countries such as Haiti and Saudi Arabia are set to make their first appearance at a Winter Olympics

The Independent UK

Where will the next Winter Olympics be held?

The Winter Olympics are set to return to Europe in 2026

The Independent UK

Five best Team GB medal hopes for 2022 Winter Olympics

Great Britain are targeting between three and seven medals in Beijing

The Independent UK

What are all the sports at the Winter Olympics?

There will be 109 medal events held at Beijing 2022

The Independent UK

When does the Winter Olympics start and how do I watch it on TV in the UK?

Everything you need to know about Beijing 2022

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The Guardian - UK

Ellia Smeding named as 50th and final Team GB athlete for Winter Olympics

The chef de mission, Georgina Harland, hailed an ‘exciting new chapter’ and Team GB is believed to have set a target of three to seven medals in Beijing

Irish Mirror

Team Ireland named for Winter Olympics in Beijing

A six-strong team, including three-time Olympian Seamus O'Connor, will compete next month

The Independent UK

Great Britain confirm 50-strong squad for Winter Olympics in Beijing

Speed-skater Ellia Smeding was confirmed as the final member of the team

The Independent UK

Great Britain finalise 50-strong squad for Winter Olympics in Beijing

Speed-skater Ellia Smeding was confirmed as the final member of the team.

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Beijing 2022 eases COVID curbs for Games; China warns on pollution

Organisers of next month's Beijing Winter Olympics slightly eased the strict COVID-19 requirements for participants, a move that means fewer athletes are likely to be tripped up by positive tests, although authorities also warned about seasonal air pollution.

Asharq Al-Awsat

China Tests 2 Million for COVID in Beijing

A fresh outbreak in Beijing has prompted authorities to test millions and impose new measures two weeks ahead of the opening of the Winter Olympics, even as Chinese officials on Monday lifted a monthlong lockdown on the northern city of Xi’an and its 13 million residents. Despite falling case numbers,…

ABC News

Australian team for Beijing Winter Olympics has highest female representation ever

Australia's team for the Winter Olympics in Beijing has more female athletes than ever before, with women making up more than half of the 44-strong squad.

The Hindu

Coronavirus live updates | India's Omicron wave may intensify in coming weeks: experts

Tens of thousands of people protested in Brussels on Sunday against COVID-19 restrictions, some clashing with police who fired water cannon and tear gas to disperse them near the European Commission's headquarters.

The Times of India

Winter Olympics bound J&K Alpine Skier Arif Khan calls on Lt Governor

JAMMU: JK's Alpine skier, Arif Mohammed Khan who has qualified for Winter Olympics in Beijing called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha at the Raj Bhavan, here on Sunday.

Daily Mirror

Dave Ryding's subdued celebration after winning Britain's first Alpine World Cup gold medal

Dave Ryding won gold at the Alpine World Cup and will compete in his fourth winter Olympics in Beijing this year.

The Guardian - UK

‘Squeaky-bum time’: Ryding targets Olympic gold after shock World Cup win

Ryding won Britain’s first gold at the Alpine World Cup on Saturday, setting him up nicely for his fourth Winter Olympics next month

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