Saturday, October 31, 2026

IOC

Washington Capitals NHL star Alex Ovechkin takes part in the team’s first practice of the season days after he appeared in a propaganda ad for the United Russia party, which supports the regime of Russia's President Vladimir Putin, in Arlington, Virginia, US, September 17, 2026.

Russia Allowed Back Into International Hockey After Court Lifts Ban

Russia could be included in the Men’s World Championship next May.
October 30, 2026
President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino present the World Cup Trophy to Spain during the FIFA World Cup 2026 final between Argentina and Spain at New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday, July 19, 2026, in East Rutherford, NJ.

Trump Ties Put Infantino Under Growing Ethics Scrutiny

Two formal complaints have been filed, and Norway may add another.
July 23, 2026

IOC Reinstates Russian Olympic Committee Ahead of LA28

The IOC said Russia’s participation is at the discretion of international federations.
July 7, 2026

IOC Creates $140M Fund to Pay Every Olympian $10,000

Applications will open later this year, with payments beginning in 2027. 
June 24, 2026