Mariah Carey will headline the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony, and she's far from the only icon on the lineup. See who else is performing, as well as how to tune in.

The Winter Olympics promise plenty of high adrenaline, fierce competition, historic firsts and emotional moments over 2 1/2 weeks. Here are some of the names and narratives to keep an eye on.

First published in 2017, Arden’s debut novel introduces a voice already confident in its pacing, atmosphere and restraint. It is the first book in “The Winternight Trilogy,” and while it can stand on its own, it clearly lays the groundwork for a larger story. I would not recommend stopping after the first book.