|
|
Monday, February 23, 2026
|
|
|
Good Morning! On this day in 1945, U.S. Marines raised an American flag on Iwo Jima, producing one of World War II’s most iconic images.
Yesterday marked the final day of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, and Team USA’s men’s ice hockey team closed it with a 2-1 overtime win over Canada for gold. The celebration turned emotional as the team honored the late Johnny Gaudreau, then brought his kids onto the ice to share the moment. With that, we’re saying goodbye to our Olympics section below. We hope you had a blast following along with us. What was your favorite Olympic moment? Reply to this email and let us know.
Additionally, to brighten your Monday, The Feel Good Flyover has moved from Friday to Monday and will land in your inbox later today, along with a new episode of The Feel Good Flyover Podcast.
Today’s sponsor, GoldCo, is sharing a warning about a potential $2.5 trillion “avalanche” that could impact the U.S. dollar, along with what smart retirement savers are doing right now to help protect and diversify their wealth.
|
|
|
|
 Team USA Tops Canada For Hockey Gold
Team USA beat Canada 2-1 in an instant classic gold medal hockey match yesterday morning, a fitting bookend to close out the 2026 Winter Olympics. A heroic defensive effort in the third period forced overtime, setting up an iconic game-winning goal by 24-year-old Jack Hughes to give the Americans gold. See the shot.
The final shot deserves headlines, but the game’s most valuable player may have been U.S. goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, who made 41 saves in all, including a reach-back stop that some observers are hailing as one of the greatest saves ever.
“This is all about our country. I love the USA, I love my teammates,” said a teary-eyed (and now toothless) Jack Hughes after the game, “I’m so proud to be an American today.” See the interview here.
It’s the first U.S. gold medal in men’s hockey since the Miracle on Ice in 1980, ending a 46-year drought. It’s also the first time that the U.S. men’s and women’s teams have won gold in the same Olympics—both prevailing over the Canadians. Sore-ee!
|
Armed Intruder Killed at Mar-a-Lago
A North Carolina man was shot and killed by Secret Service agents and a Palm Beach County deputy after he entered the secure perimeter of President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate carrying a shotgun and a gas can.
Twenty-one-year-old Austin Tucker Martin drove into the secured area early Sunday morning as another vehicle was exiting. When confronted by agents, Martin put down the gas can but raised the shotgun, and law enforcement fired.
Martin’s family reported him missing, and investigators believe he obtained the shotgun while traveling south to Florida. The president and First Lady were at the White House at the time of the incident.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt praised the Secret Service’s response and criticized Democrats for the partial government shutdown affecting the Department of Homeland Security.
|
Mexican Military Kills Drug Cartel Leader
Mexican military forces killed Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes, the head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, during a raid in western Mexico on Sunday.
The U.S. had a $15 million bounty on the drug kingpin, whose organization was designated a foreign terrorist organization by the Trump administration last year.
The killing triggered violent cartel retaliation across multiple Mexican states, with burning roadblocks, gunfire, and chaos at airports paralyzing the region. Tourists in Puerto Vallarta were told to shelter in place, and several airlines canceled flights into the area. See photos here.
The U.S. military confirmed it played a supporting intelligence role in the operation, though officials emphasized it was a Mexican-led effort. A former DEA chief called it one of the most significant actions in the history of drug trafficking.
Love reading The Flyover? Click here to share with your friends and family. 
|
|
 |
|
The following stories are featured exclusively on The Flyover Podcast—a daily show that gives you the most important headlines in under 15 minutes. Clicking the link will take you directly to these stories:
➤ An exiled princess says Iran’s regime is wobbling and pleads for President Trump’s help. (Hear More)
➤ The Pentagon just airlifted a microreactor, a big step toward portable nuclear power. (Listen Now)
➤ A renowned Caltech astronomer was killed on his porch while observing the stars. (More in Episode)
  
|
|
|
|
➤ The Department of Homeland Security reversed its decision to pause TSA PreCheck due to the partial government shutdown, saying the program would remain operational just hours after announcing its suspension. Global Entry, however, remains paused. (See Details)
➤ JPMorgan Chase acknowledged for the first time that it closed personal and business bank accounts belonging to President Trump in the aftermath of Jan. 6. The admission came in a court filing as part of Trump’s $5 billion debanking lawsuit against the bank and CEO Jamie Dimon. (More)
➤ France announced it will summon U.S. Ambassador Charles Kushner after the State Department’s Counterterrorism Bureau warned that “violent radical leftism is on the rise” in connection with the beating death of French nationalist activist Quentin Deranque in Lyon. (See Details)
|
|
|
Flying together with our sponsor
$2.5 Trillion “Avalanche” That Could Crush Your Retirement
This is not a drill.
There’s a $2.5 trillion gut punch that could be coming down the pipeline… and the consequences could be devastating!
According to Bloomberg… “The dollar may face a $2.5 trillion ‘avalanche’ of selling as Asian countries unwind their stockpile of the world’s reserve currency.”
Many countries have been stockpiling U.S. dollars over the years, and that could be coming to a swift end. And if it does, retirement accounts across the country could take a devastating hit.
“As a US-led war deepens, some Asian investors might repatriate chunks of funds or ramp up levels of protection against a weakening dollar—potentially triggering an exodus from the world’s reserve currency.”
This could be a major wake-up call for anyone sitting on the sidelines and waiting to see what happens next.
That’s why thousands of smart retirement savers are taking action today to ensure they help protect their life savings. They’re not taking any chances, and neither should you.
Grab the Retirement Protection Kit today to learn the strategies these savvy retirement savers are using to help diversify their wealth. It’s the same strategy being used by Billionaires and Central Bankers across the globe.
Act now while you still have time.
Get Your Free Retirement Protection Kit!
|
|
|
|
➤ Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore, 25, was found dead Saturday in New Albany, Indiana. Police said he died of a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound; the investigation is ongoing. (More)
➤ Jacob Bridgeman, a South Carolina native, held off charges from Rory McIlroy and Kurt Kitayama to claim a one-shot victory Sunday, finishing at 18-under par. The 26-year-old entered the final round with a six-shot lead and closed it out for his first PGA Tour title. (More)
➤ Ryan Garcia won the WBC welterweight title Saturday night in Las Vegas, dominating Mario Barrios in a unanimous decision. Barrios was knocked down about 30 seconds into the fight, and the win was the first world title of Garcia’s career. (More)
➤ Minnesota Twins right-hander Pablo López has significant tearing in the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow and will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery on Wednesday, the team confirmed Friday after López received a second opinion. (More)
➤ Yesterday’s Results: NBA | NCAAM | NCAAW | NCAAB | NCAASB | Soccer | PGA | LPGA | NASCAR
|
|
 |
|
 Closing ceremony capped the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy at Verona’s Arena di Verona, with U.S. flag bearers Hilary Knight and Evan Bates leading Team USA as the Olympic flag passed to the 2030 French Alps hosts. (See Photo)
The United States wrapped the Games second overall with 12 gold medals and 33 total, its best gold haul at a Winter Games, while Norway finished first with 18 golds and 41 medals. (More)
The U.S. men’s hockey team honored the late Johnny Gaudreau by carrying his jersey around the ice and posing for a team photo with two of his children after the Americans’ 2-1 win over Canada. Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew, were killed in August 2024 when they were struck by a motorist while bicycling the night before their sister’s wedding. (See Photos)
Here are some of the best photos from the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, including the shots of Lindsey Vonn’s crash, Ilia Malinin’s backflip, Team USA’s gold medal hockey celebrations, and more. (See Photos)
Yesterday’s Results: Daily Events | Global Medal Tracker
U.S. Medal Count: 🥇12 | 🥈12 | 🥉9
Flying together with our sponsor
Don’t let costly home repairs snowball this season! Enjoy ServicePlus Home Warranty’s Winter Sale—major savings PLUS TWO FREE months on trusted coverage for appliances and systems. Get peace of mind with local techs and 24/7 support. Act now for your best price!
|
|
|
|
➤ President Trump raised global tariffs to 15% Saturday, one day after imposing a 10% rate following the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down his emergency tariffs. The new rate is capped at 150 days. (More)
➤ The U.K.’s trade deal took a hit when the 15% universal tariff overrode the 10% rate London had negotiated. (More)
➤ Nvidia will report fourth-quarter earnings on Wednesday, with Wall Street expecting $65.6 billion in revenue, a 65% jump. The world’s most valuable company could move the broader market significantly. (More)
Flying together with our sponsor
➤ Are you ready for Christ’s second coming? Unearth important historical and Biblical facts about the island of Patmos and three of the seven churches mentioned in Revelation by watching The 7 Churches of Revelation: Times of Fire. This critically acclaimed documentary is brought to you for free by RevelationMedia.
|
|
|
Flying together with our sponsor
$2.5 Trillion “Avalanche” Coming? There’s a $2.5 trillion gut punch that could be coming down the pipeline… and the consequences could be devastating! According to Bloomberg… “The dollar may face a $2.5 trillion ‘avalanche’ of selling as Asian countries unwind their stockpile of the world’s reserve currency.” Grab the Retirement Protection Kit today to learn the strategies savvy retirement savers are using to help diversify their wealth.
|
|
|
|
➤ OpenAI considered alerting police about suspected Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, school shooter Jesse Van Rootselaar due to his ChatGPT interactions about gun violence last June, but said his chats didn’t meet its reporting criteria. (More)
➤ Wikipedia blacklisted the site Archive.today, often used to bypass news paywalls, and has begun removing nearly 700,000 links to the site after it was used to attack a blog. (See Details)
➤ NASA discovered a helium-flow interruption on the Artemis 2 moon mission rocket on Saturday, likely postponing the highly anticipated March launch of the first crewed mission to the moon since the Apollo era. (More)
Flying together with our sponsor
➤ Scientists at the University of Michigan Medical School report a startling discovery about IBS, identifying what they describe as a hidden blue parasite that may disrupt the colon lining and contribute to toxic buildup. If you struggle with IBS, especially left-side abdominal discomfort, watch this eye-opening video to learn more.
|
|
|
|
|
|
Beyond Our Borders is brought to you by:
➤ Greenland and Denmark declined President Trump’s offer to send a U.S. Navy hospital ship to the Arctic island, saying citizens already receive free healthcare. Trump’s proposal came hours after Danish forces evacuated a U.S. submarine crew member near Nuuk for urgent medical attention on Saturday. (More)
➤ Thousands of Slovaks rallied in Bratislava to commemorate the 2018 slayings of investigative journalist Ján Kuciak and his fiancée, whose deaths prompted public outrage leading to the collapse of the coalition government. Prime Minister Róbert Fico has since reclaimed power. (See Report)
➤ South Korea is the world’s most AI-enthusiastic country, with just 16% of citizens saying they’re more concerned than excited about the technology, compared to 50% in the U.S. (More)
Flying together with our sponsor
➤ Protect Your Pet, Starting Today. Unexpected vet bills happen. MetLife Pet Insurance offers customizable coverage for pets of any age or breed, with a 0-day waiting period for accidents and Preventive Care. Get a free quote today. ACTIVATE PROTECTION
|
|
|
|
|
➤ The remains of St. Francis of Assisi are on public display in Italy for just the second time ever. About 400,000 people have reserved spots to see the 13th-century skeleton, which is being displayed in a nitrogen-filled case at the Basilica of St. Francis until March 22. (See Remains)
➤ A goldendoodle abandoned at the Las Vegas airport by a traveler who couldn’t bring him on her flight has found a forever home with the cop who rescued him. The woman tied the dog to a JetBlue ticket counter and walked to her gate. She was later arrested for animal abandonment. (See Dog)
➤ A Circle K manager in Arizona is being sued over a $12.8 million lottery ticket. A customer had $85 in tickets printed but only paid for $60 worth, leaving the rest at the store. The next morning, the manager discovered one of the abandoned tickets was a jackpot winner, clocked out, took off his uniform, and bought it for $10. (More)
➤ A viral optical illusion is dividing the internet over whether people see pink slime or three forks lying on a dish towel. (See Illusion)
Flying together with our sponsor
➤ The No. 1 Threat to Your Independence After 50 (It’s Not What You Think). By 80, you could lose HALF your muscle strength. This makes everyday activities—walking, cleaning, dressing—impossible. But these three breakthrough rules can reverse muscle loss in seconds daily, without weights. Plus: stronger bones, better metabolism, enhanced brain health, and lasting independence. (Learn More)
|
|
 Daily Quote
|
|
“My first thought was, I looked down on the ice and saw my teeth. Like, here we go again. … I know the last time that happened, wasn’t really fun.”
— Jack Hughes, Team USA forward, on losing teeth after taking a high stick in the Olympic gold-medal game vs. Canada
|
|
|
|
Today’s Trivia
