Russian athletics doping row could spread to other sports MOSCOW: The international investigation into alleged drug cheating inside Russian athletics could draw in other Russian sports since they used the same laboratory that now stands accused of covering up failed drugs tests. In a report... 12 Nov, 2015
WC opener cancelled PARIS: The opening alpine skiing World Cup event of the season has had to be postponed due to a lack of snow, the International Ski Federation said on Thursday. The men’s and women’s slaloms due to take place in Levi next weekend, have been called... 06 Nov, 2015
Sweden projected to lose 40-80 days of snow as climate warms STOCKHOLM: Snowy white winters are likely to become a thing of the past for most Swedes. The national weather service on Monday released a new analysis of how climate change will affect the Nordic country — and it's bad news for skiing... Art & Culture 02 Nov, 2015
Lake City turning into adventurous sports hub POKHARA: Pokhara, a city rich in natural beauty, has turned into an adventurous sports hub for tourists, of late. Tourism entrepreneurs of the Lake City inform that sky diving, heli skiing, paragliding, bungee jumping, mountain biking, rafting,... Travel 17 Oct, 2015
Skiing, climbing, global warming: French Alps show dilemma PARIS: The Alps are the birthplace of downhill skiing and a crucible for mountain climbing — but now the French government is trying to help their winter tourist towns adapt to a warming world. French Prime Minister Manuel Valls was visiting... Brands 25 Sep, 2015
IOC pushes SKorean organizers to be ready for test events PYEONGCHANG: The International Olympic Committee pressed South Korean organizers on Thursday to make sure venues are completed in time for crucial test events ahead of the 2018 Winter Games in Pyeongchang. The IOC's coordination commission... 24 Sep, 2015
Rain, snow play spoilsport for Everest, Manaslu climbers KATHMANDU: Climbing activities in the Mt Everest and the Mt Manaslu regions have been affected after the base camps and surrounding areas witnessed incessant rain and snowfall for the last three days. “The Mt Everest base camp has already... Travel 12 Sep, 2015
FIFA approaches former IOC official Carrard for reform role ZURICH: Former International Olympic Committee (IOC) director general Francois Carrard has been asked by scandal-plagued global soccer body FIFA to head its Reform Task Force, the Swiss lawyer told Reuters on Thursday. "I have been approached... 07 Aug, 2015
IOC kicks off proceedings for 2022 winter Games host vote KUALA LUMPUR: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) kicked off proceedings for the election of the 2022 winter Olympics host city on Friday with favourites Beijing facing Kazakhstan's Almaty. The Chinese capital, banking on the country's... 31 Jul, 2015
A Caribbean Vacation From gorgeous beaches to expansive golf courses, most agree that The Bahamas are a quintessential relaxing escape. Historical attractions, bustling marketplaces and coral reefs – The Bahamas is a package of fun and adventure. Beautiful...
