New York Times

1. The Olympics Are a Show Of Global Harmony. The World is Anything But.

   The Winter Games, which officially open in Italy on Friday, are rooted in international cooperation. That feels out of place to some in a world where old rules no longer apply.

2. Jessie Diggins is the Olympian Testing the Limits of Endurance

   Jessie Diggins has become the best-ever American cross-country skier because of what she pushes her body through.

3. Milan Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony: What Time to Watch, How to Watch, and More

   They will take place at 2 p.m. Eastern on Friday across four separate venues in Northern Italy.

4. Bitcoin Drops to Lowest Price Since Trump Was Elected as Crypto Faces Slump

   The price of Bitcoin is now lower than when President Trump was elected in 2024, raising concerns of a new “crypto winter" in the industry.

5. Amazon’s $200 Billion Spending Plan Raises Stakes in A.I. Race

   The company reported a strong holiday quarter on Thursday. But its spending, like that at other big technology companies, is starting to make investors nervous.