Vail Resorts' new discount program targeting Gen Z skiers has ignited a debate among enthusiasts, with opinions divided on its impact.

Dolomiti Superski will provide 30 million euros in refunds and discounts to skiers. This action comes after the company faced issues related to competition restrictions in the pricing of ski passes.

Rare snowfall in New Zealand's capital, Wellington, and in Dunedin, the first in over a decade, has brought excitement, with some individuals even skiing on lightly snow-covered streets.

The body of a girl was found in the sea area of Kardamaina, Kos, and a man's body was found outside the port of Tilos, with the discovery linked to a father and his two daughters who went missing while jet skiing days earlier.

A group of people in Funtana, Istria, have been seen illegally riding jet skis just meters from swimmers, violating regulations that require a distance of over 300 meters from the shore.

The Oittaa running track in Espoo has been resurfaced with asphalt for roller skiers and skaters, a 200,000 euro project that has received both praise and criticism from outdoor enthusiasts.

Artist Florentina Holzinger's Austrian Pavilion at the Venice Biennale has become a major talking point, featuring naked jetskiers, a performer ringing a bell with her body, and another immersed in audience urine. Holzinger expresses surprise at the strong public reaction to her work.

The draft competitive calendar for alpine skiers next year includes several changes, notably scheduling the Vitranc Cup races for early January and women's races for the end of the same month.

While lobsters and bottles of wine worth a thousand euros were being eaten in 'platinum tents' on Sljeme, one of our most promising skiers had to give up his dreams because his family could no…

Akureyri, Iceland, has been bustling with young skiers and their families enjoying the slopes and vibrant atmosphere.

Two skiers died and two others were injured in an avalanche in Norway, police announced on Monday.

An investigation has revealed the Zagreb headquarters of a fraudster who, along with Pavlek, allegedly stole millions from skiers. The arrest of the former director of the Croatian Ski Association's alpine teams is pending.

Vedran Pavlek and several other suspects were arrested this morning in connection with financial malversations within the Ski Association, raising questions about how the millions stolen from skiers went unnoticed.

An aggressive capercaillie (wood grouse) has been scaring skiers and even a snow groomer in Ylläs, Finnish Lapland, with early spring temperatures causing the bird's hormones to surge and making it highly territorial.

An avalanche in South Tyrol tragically claimed the lives of three skiers, sweeping away approximately twenty individuals at a high altitude.

At least two ski tourers have died and five others were injured, one seriously, in an avalanche in northern Italy's Upper Adige region, with one person still reported missing.

At least two people have died after an avalanche in South Tyrol, Italy, near the Austrian border, with reports indicating that 25 ski mountaineers were involved in the incident.

Two German skiers used pieces of ice to write 'SOS' after the frozen bay where they spent the night broke. The experienced pair, attempting to cross 100 miles over the frozen sea from Oulu, were found in the water and rescued in a large operation.

A German couple encountered a dangerous situation in Helsingjabotn when the ice broke under their tent. They were on a skiing trip from Oulu, Finland, intending to cross the frozen Helsingjabotn to Luleå, Sweden.

The BBC joins a French Alps rescue team as the number of skiers killed this season passes 100.

Researchers are warning about a phenomenon called 'AI Brain Fry,' where the constant monitoring of AI systems pushes employees to their mental limits, risking mental exhaustion.

Hokkaido police issue manga alerts as more foreign backcountry skiers get stranded - Mainichi Shimbun

An article chronicles Czech presidents, from Václav Havel to Petr Pavel, and their relationship with skiing, highlighting their individual styles on the slopes.

Vail Resorts is implementing a strategy to attract younger customers by offering discounts specifically targeted to Gen Z skiers.

Skiers in California successfully rescued a man who was buried under snow. The rescue operation, conducted in difficult conditions, was captured on camera by one of the rescuers, who were later hailed as heroes by the resort.

A man and a woman in their twenties died in an avalanche in the Cornaccia mountain area of Valtellina while ski touring.

An avalanche struck a ski slope at the La Flégère ski resort in Chamonix, France, burying skiers. A video captured the terrifying 'wall' of snow descending the mountain.

Skiers in Smržovka demonstrated historical equipment and unique skiing disciplines, offering a glimpse into the sport's past.

Three more skiers have died in the Lake Tahoe area since the deadliest avalanche in California history on Tuesday killed nine.

The bodies of six skiers and three guides have been recovered following an avalanche in California, which occurred during a three-day tour.

The skiers were caught in an avalanche four days ago. The recovery of the bodies was delayed due to bad weather and new avalanche dangers.

Two individuals, a 21-year-old Slovakian and a 41-year-old Austrian, died in separate avalanches in Tyrol and Styria while skiing off-piste, bringing the total avalanche fatalities in Austria to seven within 48 hours.

Recovery efforts for eight bodies from a California avalanche are expected to resume after being delayed by dangerous weather conditions.

Authorities are investigating a fatal avalanche in Lake Tahoe, questioning why experienced skiers took an avalanche-prone route during a severe storm and considering a criminal investigation.

Apple’s feature, which connects phone to satellite, helped first responders find survivors as they waited under tarp California’s deadliest avalanche killed at least eight people in a ski group near Lake Tahoe on Tuesday. The six survivors used the iPhone’s emergency SOS feature to help first responders find them as they waited under a tarp and discovered some of the bodies, according to the Nevada county sheriff. Apple’s feature, introduced in 2022, allows users to text law enforcement, even if there’s no cell service or wifi by connecting the phone to a satellite. First responders reached the skiers’ location and learned of the six survivors based on conversations held through the feature, Sheriff Shannan Moon said at a press conference on Wednesday. Continue reading...

Rescuers are pushing through a winter storm to find nine missing individuals after a California avalanche, with six survivors already found.

Rescuers are racing to the scene, which has seen about 30 inches (76cm) of snowfall in the last 24 hours.

The group was swept away by an avalanche after venturing off piste in the Val d'Isere area. Heavy snowfall brought by storm Nils has increased the avalanche risk in some French ski resorts.

The Lastovo Port Authority fined jet ski drivers 900 euros for speeding just 30 meters from the coast, reminding the public of strict maritime safety regulations.

Italian authorities announced they have secured 30 million euros in refunds and discounts for skiers, concluding an investigation into Dolomiti Superski, a consortium of ski lift operators, regarding alleged unfair practices.

New Zealand ski operators are seeing a growing trend of young Chinese skiers, dubbed 'fridge children,' visiting the South Island slopes, helping to attract more visitors during the quieter winter season.

Croatian police are investigating incidents in Zadar where individuals were filmed dangerously operating jet skis, including passing between catamarans in the port. The reckless behavior has prompted public concern and official action.

A new 2.5-kilometer roller ski track has opened in Ounasvaara, Rovaniemi, Finland, receiving positive feedback from young competitive skiers. A video shows the track from a skier's perspective.

A report indicates that speeding jet skiers, some with children on board, are removing their registration plates to avoid CCTV cameras at Conwy harbour, where several dangerous incidents have occurred.

The 61st Venice Art Biennale features various controversial and striking artworks, including a soup sculpture, naked jet skiers, a deaf choir, and discussions surrounding the Russian pavilion.

Juris Stradiņš and his son Renārs operate the "Gaiziņš" recreation complex on Gaiziņkalns, Latvia's highest peak, catering to skiers in winter and hikers in summer.

The Levi ski resort has developed a unique solution, including a fence and gate, to prevent intoxicated individuals from accessing the slopes, as monitoring revelers leaving slope-side restaurants has proven difficult.

A member of the SDP party in Croatia has alleged that funds intended for skiers were instead used to pay for plastic surgeries for friends and mistresses within the Croatian Ski Association. The accusation was made during a parliamentary session discussing various national issues.

Despite mild temperatures and light rain, dedicated skiers gathered at Klínovec, the largest ski resort in the Ore Mountains, to enjoy the last days of the season during the Easter holidays.

Skiers are reportedly leaving tons of trash in Lapland, prompting Levi to intensify surveillance as part of a broader effort to care for the environment.

Unseasonably warm temperatures, reaching up to 18°C, have transformed ski slopes at Keystone, Colorado, into a lively scene resembling a summer festival, with skiers shedding layers.

Four people were killed in two distinct avalanche incidents in northwest British Columbia on Sunday, with three heli-skiers dying on Mount Knauss just north of Terrace.

An avalanche in Italy swept away 25 skiers, resulting in two fatalities and five injuries, with authorities conducting extensive rescue operations.

A total of 25 skiers were caught in the avalanche

One person has died in the Swiss Alps after a cable car fell, leaving numerous skiers trapped at the resort. Between 100 and 200 people had to be evacuated following the incident.

Parts of Europe are anticipating a cooling trend with fresh snowfall, which will be welcomed by skiers. The Czech Republic will experience variable weather, though minimum temperatures are expected to rise.

The BBC joins a French Alps rescue team as the number of skiers killed this season passes 100.

Rescue teams in South Iceland assisted three cold and wet foreign skiers down from the Hofsjökull glacier after receiving a distress call.

Vail Resorts has forecasted lower profits, attributing the expected decline to sparse snowfall which has deterred skiers.

Police in Hokkaido, Japan, are using manga alerts to warn and assist foreign backcountry skiers who are increasingly getting stranded.

Two holiday-makers were rescued from a shelter in Iceland's central Highlands after requesting assistance during a multi-day cross-country ski journey, as worsening weather forced them to seek help.

An avalanche occurred in Romania's Bucegi Mountains, surprising skiers. No further details on injuries or casualties were immediately available.

A tragedy was narrowly averted at a Lake Tahoe resort when two skiers rescued a man who was buried under snow. The incident occurred on February 18 at Palisades Tahoe resort.

A dramatic video shows skiers in California discovering and rescuing a man who was buried alive under snow.

A massive landslide on the Bulgaria-Greece highway stranded hundreds of Greek holidaymakers in an hours-long gridlock Monday afternoon as they returned from popular ski resorts. The blockage halted all southbound traffic from the Bansko and Borovets resorts in Bulgaria, trapping tour buses, passenger cars, and trucks.  The severe delays struck on Clean Monday, a peak travel day marking the end of Greece's vibrant carnival weekend and the official start of Eastern Orthodox Lent. Travelers, pre...

Skiers on Leveldåsen in Ål, Norway, were surprised to find a car stuck on the ski slope on Sunday, an unusual incident that drew attention.

Rescuers in California have recovered the body of the ninth and final person missing in an avalanche in the Sierra Nevada mountains, the local sheriff's office said.

Rescue teams recovered the body of the ninth and final missing skier from an avalanche in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, marking one of the deadliest avalanches in US history.

Two men were injured after being buried in an avalanche while skiing in a backcountry area of Big Cottonwood Canyon near Salt Lake City, prompting officials to warn of unstable snow conditions.

Two more skiers died in avalanches in Austria, bringing the total number of fatalities to six since Friday following heavy snowfall.

Three skiers have lost their lives in two separate avalanches that occurred in Austria on Friday, authorities announced.

A family of bears charged across a ski slope at a popular resort, startling skiers.

Bears were spotted crashing a powder day at a California ski resort, creating an unusual encounter for skiers and snowboarders.

Fifteen skiers went missing on Tuesday following a massive avalanche in California's Lake Tahoe region. One person remains missing but is presumed dead.

The iPhone’s Emergency SOS feature enabled skiers caught in an avalanche to communicate with emergency responders, facilitating their rescue.

Nine Skiers Missing After Northern California Avalanche  The Wall Street Journal

Rescuers are racing to the scene, which has seen about 30 inches (76cm) of snowfall in the last 24 hours.

Researchers have discovered that shifting gravity patterns may have contributed to the growth of Antarctica’s massive ice sheets, explaining the origins of a 'gravity hole' over the continent.

Stuart Leslie, 46, and Shaun Overy, 51, died while skiing off-piste in Val d’Isère amid red avalanche alert Two British skiers who died in an avalanche in the French Alps have been named as Stuart Leslie and Shaun Overy. The pair were part of a group of five people, accompanied by an instructor, skiing off-piste in Val d’Isère in south-east France on Friday when they were swept away by falling snow. Continue reading...

The husband of Elizabeth 'Liz' Waddell, who disappeared after a jet-skiing incident, has revealed what his wife reportedly told other jet-skiers in what is believed to be the last time she was seen, describing her words as 'out of character'.

A consortium dominating Italy's Dolomiti Superski, encompassing 12 resorts, has been ordered to refund 30 million euros to skiers after being convicted of a price coordination scheme, though a consumer association criticizes the compensation system.

Two individuals on a jetski were rescued in Clare after their engine failed, leaving them stranded.

Following reports of jet ski speeding and endangering swimmers in Funtana, new reader submissions describe similar reckless behavior by jet skiers near the island of Lastovo, Croatia, with one incident resulting in a 900 euro fine.

Two New Zealand skiers miraculously survived a massive avalanche in Norway, describing the experience as an 'absolute miracle' that no one died.

Cable cars are no longer just for skiers, with some of Europe's most beautiful routes now offering views of elephants, castles, the sea, and thousand-meter elevations, shortening winding roads or providing access to car-free areas.

The Guardian’s David Levene braved two-headed worms, Pussy Riot protests and a tank of urine to bring you this photographic extravaganza from the celebrated arts festival Continue reading...

One of the world's best skiers, whose life was in danger after a fall, has been included in the Norwegian national team for the upcoming season, marking a significant comeback.

A scandal shaking the Croatian Ski Association has led to organizational changes, including the departure of Vedran Pavlek, allowing skiers to be prioritized.

Ski resorts across Iceland are reporting good conditions today, with many people visiting the slopes as is traditional during Easter. Siglufjörður, in particular, is full of skiers.

Winter conditions have returned to the Jeseníky mountains in the Czech Republic, with up to a quarter meter of new snow in higher elevations, allowing ski resorts like Ovčárna and Červenohorské sedlo to open or continue operations for skiers and cross-country enthusiasts.

Wealthy individuals are booking last-minute luxury ski trips and risking thousands in deposits to find good snow conditions, according to luxury travel planners.

Skiers were stranded for three hours in the Stöfeli gondola lift at the Chäserrugg ski area following a power outage, with helicopter evacuation nearly becoming necessary.

An avalanche in South Tyrol, Italy, has claimed the lives of two skiers, bringing the total number of avalanche-related deaths in European mountains this winter season to at least 127.

An avalanche in northern Italy has resulted in the deaths of two skiers and injuries to five others.

Two Finnish skiers were in mortal danger when ice cracked under their tent, requiring a giant 'SOS' signal on the ice to facilitate their rescue.

Rescuers in the French Alps attribute a significant increase in avalanche fatalities this season, now over 100, to adverse weather conditions and skiers who are not adequately prepared.

Rescue teams have successfully reached skiers who requested assistance on Hofsjökull glacier. The individuals have been moved to shelter, and efforts are underway to retrieve their equipment from the glacier.

Vail Resorts anticipates lower profits, attributing the revised forecast to a lack of snow that has deterred skiers and impacted resort attendance.

Olympic champion Lukas Pinheiro Broten, competing under the Brazilian flag, is the winner of the giant slalom that alpine skiers competed in today for the World Cup in Kranjska Gora.

Vail Resorts is cutting the price of its 2026-2027 Epic Passes for younger skiers and snowboarders, addressing criticisms about the high cost of snow sports.

The northern Spanish Pyrenees have received over two meters of snow, attracting skiers but also raising concerns among meteorologists.

Two skiers died after being caught in an avalanche in the Valdidentro mountainous region of Lombardy, Northern Italy.

After the Winter Olympics, the Alpine Skiing World Cup resumes in Soldeu, Andorra, where top female skiers are undergoing their first downhill training. A Slovenian skier is also aiming for high goals in the upcoming speed disciplines.

A Dutch article highlights the growing trend of skiers venturing off-piste, which significantly increases the danger of avalanches.

A 15-year-old boy in Tyrol, Austria, successfully resuscitated his father after the father suffered a cardiac arrest following a snowboard fall, with the help of other skiers.

The avalanche was triggered on the last day of a three-day tour of 15 skiers, when the group decided to return early to avoid an approaching snowstorm.

Six additional skiers survived tragedy in Sierra Nevadas near Lake Tahoe, a popular winter sport destination

Crews have recovered the bodies of nine backcountry skiers days after they were caught in an avalanche in California, confirming multiple fatalities from the incident.

Skiers in the French Alps are enjoying impressive and abundant snowfall, creating favorable conditions for winter sports.

Eight skiers were killed and one other was presumed dead in the deadliest snow disaster in modern California history. Six were found alive.

Fifteen skiers went missing on Tuesday following a massive avalanche in California's Lake Tahoe region. One person remains missing but is presumed dead.

A video captured a massive avalanche racing toward a group of skiers in Italy, resulting in two fatalities.

A search and recovery operation involving rescuers, canine units, and helicopters was launched after an avalanche in northern Italy claimed the lives of two skiers.