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Milan-Cortina 2026 organizers unveil closing ceremony concept ‘Beauty in Action’

Rome, Nov 7 (UNI) The organizers of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games have unveiled the concept for their closing ceremony — “Beauty in Action” — along with the announcement of the first participating artist.
The closing ceremony is scheduled for February 22, 2026, and will take place at the Arena di Verona, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ancient Roman amphitheater will be transformed into a “boundless stage,” blending the grandeur of history with the dynamism of modern creativity.
According to the organizers, the theme "Beauty in Action" pays tribute to the beauty of motion, celebrating the connection between sport, art, and human relationships, and reflecting the harmony between nature and the city, mountains and plains.
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Freiburg, Stuttgart edge closer to Europa League knockouts

12 Dec 2025 | 10:44 AM

Berlin, Dec 12 (UNI) SC Freiburg strengthened its position in Europe with a 1-0 victory over Salzburg, taking an important step toward the next phase of the UEFA Europa League.
Freiburg gradually asserted control through calm possession and a compact midfield, and the match tilted in its favor midway through the first half when Salzburg forward Petar Ratkov was dismissed for a reckless aerial challenge. The hosts, however, almost conceded before the break when a swift counter-attack ended with a shot skimming past the post.

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Chicharito leaves Chivas, looks to extend playing career

12 Dec 2025 | 10:43 AM

Mexico City, Dec 12 (UNI) Veteran striker Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez has parted ways with his boyhood club Guadalajara, the Mexican top-flight side said.

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Vasco beats Fluminense in Copa do Brasil

12 Dec 2025 | 10:23 AM

Rio de Janeiro, Dec 12 (UNI) Substitute Pablo Vegetti scored in the 94th minute as Vasco da Gama secured a 2-1 victory over Fluminense in the first leg of their Copa do Brasil semifinal.

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Gill and me should have given stronger start: Suryakumar

11 Dec 2025 | 11:46 PM

New Chandigarh, Dec 11 (UNI) India T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav reflected on his team’s defeat against South Africa in the second T20, admitting that he and Shubman Gill could have taken more responsibility at the top of the order.

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Odisha Masters 2025: Top Seeds Unnati, Tharun enter Quarters

11 Dec 2025 | 11:16 PM

Cuttack, Dec 11(UNI) Top Indian shuttlers continued their strong showing at the ongoing Odisha Masters at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Cuttack, with top seeds Unnati Hooda and Tharun Mannepalli, alongside Tanvi Sharma, Kiran George, and Anupama Upadhyaya advancing to the singles quarterfinals.

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