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Thursday, February 19, 2026

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* Team Finland and Avalanche forward Artturi Lehkonen was one of three NHL players to score an overtime winner Wednesday (also Mitch Marner w/ CAN & Quinn Hughes w/ USA), which marked the first day to feature multiple overtime games during an Olympic tournament with NHL participation. Friday’s semifinals will see Team Finland face off against Team Canada, while Team USA collides with Team Slovakia.

* Oilers forward Connor McDavid established a record for assists in a single tournament with NHL players during Team Canada’s overtime win, while Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes sent Team USA to the semifinals and became the first defenseman to score an overtime goal in an elimination game in an Olympics with NHL participation.

* Blues rookie Dalibor Dvorsky set the mark for most points by an NHL rookie in a single Olympic tournament involving NHL players as Team Slovakia secured their third appearance in the semifinals at the Olympics.

* Less than a week remains until the 2025-26 NHL regular-season schedule resumes on Wednesday, Feb. 25, with an eight-game slate that includes a showdown between the Atlantic Division’s first-place Lightning and the Maple Leafs.

FINLAND, CANADA, UNITED STATES SECURE SEMIFINAL SPOTS IN OVERTIME

In the midst of a 2025-26 NHL campaign that has featured 233 overtime games, the most ever at this stage of a season, three of four quarterfinal contests Wednesday required extra time – with an NHL player notching the winner in each – as Team Finland, Team Canada and Team USA each secured their place in the semifinals.

* Jets forward Nino Niederreiter helped Switzerland build a 2-0 lead in the first period but Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen (58:48) scored the third-latest game-tying goal in an elimination game of an Olympic tournament with NHL players, setting the stage for Artturi Lehkonen’s overtime winner as Finland became the second team to register a multi-goal, third-period comeback win in an Olympics featuring NHL participation. With the victory, Finland advanced to the semifinals at the Olympics for the fifth time in tournaments with NHL participation and locked in their fifth matchup with Canada at Olympics with NHL players (also 1998 BMG, 2002 QF, 2006 RR & 2014 RR).

* Lehkonen is no stranger to playing the role of hero in overtime – he scored the series-clinching tally in the extra frame to send both the 2020-21 Canadiens (Game 6 of SF) and 2021-22 Avalanche (Game 4 of CF) to the Stanley Cup Final. He is one of two players in NHL history to score an overtime goal to put his team into the Final multiple times in his career (also Gordie Drillon: 1939 SF & 1938 SF w/ TOR) and one of two Finnish players with a Cup-clinching goal (also Jari Kurri: 1987 w/ EDM).

* After Avalanche forward Nathan MacKinnon evened the score at 2-2 with the help of Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini (1-2—3) and Oilers captain Connor McDavid (0-2—2), Islanders forward Ondrej Palat put Czechia up 3-2 in the third period. However, Canadiens forward Nick Suzuki found the back of the net with 3:27 left in the contest and became the third Canadian to score a game-tying goal in the final five minutes of regulation in an Olympic game with NHL players (56:33), setting the stage for Golden Knights forward Mitch Marner, who netted the fastest overtime winner in an Olympic game with NHL involvement (1:22) to send Canada to the semifinals for the eighth time overall and fifth time in six tournaments with NHL players.

* Celebrini extended his goal streak to four games and became the second teenager to score in an Olympic elimination game involving NHL players (also Olli Määttä in 2014 BMG). Celebrini also registered his second three-point game in Milan, boosting his tournament totals to 5-4—9 (4 GP) to break a tie with Evgeni Malkin (2006: 2-4—6 in 7 GP) for the most points by a teenager at an Olympics with NHL participation. Meanwhile, McDavid posted his fourth consecutive multi-point game – tied with Teemu Selanne (4 GP in 1998) for the longest streak in an Olympics with NHL players.

* After Rangers forward Mika Zibanejad tied the game for Team Sweden with 1:31 remaining in regulation, Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (1-1—2) scored the overtime winner to send Team USA to the semifinals for the fifth time overall and fourth time in six tournaments with NHL players. Team USA will face off against Team Slovakia for the third time at an Olympics with NHL participation, with the United States skating to a pair of round robin wins in 2014 and 2006.

* Hughes became the first defenseman to score an overtime goal in a knockout game at an Olympics with NHL players and boosted his Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 totals to 1-5—6 (5 GP). Only two blueliners have totaled more points in a single Olympics with NHL participation: his quarterfinal opponent Erik Karlsson (4-4—8 in 2014 w/ SWE) as well as fellow American Brian Rafalski (4-4—8 in 2010 w/ USA).

TEAM SLOVAKIA LOCKS IN THIRD SEMIFINAL APPEARANCE AT OLYMPICS

Sharks forward Pavol Regenda (2-1—3) and Blues rookie Dalibor Dvorsky (1-1—2) led their country to victory with multi-point performances to help Team Slovakia secure their third appearance in the semifinals at the Olympics, following a bronze medal in 2022 and fourth-place finish in 2010. Regenda tied the most points in a playoff game by a Slovakian in an Olympics involving NHL players, alongside Pavol Demitra (2x; 1-2—3 in 2010 QF & BMG) and Marian Hossa (0-3—3 in 2010 QF). He also tied Hossa (2-0—2 in 2014 PQ) for the most goals in that scenario.

* Dvorsky improved his totals to 3-3—6 to establish the most points ever by an NHL rookie and by any Blues player in a single Olympics involving NHL players, surpassing Alexander Steen (1-3—4 in 2014 w/ SWE), David Backes (3-1—4 in 2014 w/ USA) and Scott Young (4-0—4 in 2002 w/ USA). Twenty-year-old Dvorsky also became the third-youngest player to record a point streak of four-plus games at an Olympics with NHL players, behind Macklin Celebrini in 2026 (4 GP at age 19 w/ CAN) and Evgeni Malkin in 2006 (4 GP at age 19 w/ RUS).

AROUND THE NHL: LOOKING AHEAD TO NEXT WEEK’S RETURN

With the quarterfinals of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 in the books and NHL teams already back on the ice practicing, we are less than a week away from the resumption of the 2025-26 NHL regular season schedule, which drops the puck on an eight-game slate Wednesday, Feb. 25.

* The NHL’s return Wednesday will see a showdown between the Atlantic Division’s first-place Lightning (37-14-4, 78 points) and the Maple Leafs (27-21-9, 63 points), who will look to push closer to the playoff line and stretch the NHL’s longest active streak of consecutive postseason appearances to 10 seasons. Tampa Bay won five straight games entering the break (and 19 of their past 21), while Toronto won each its final three contests. The game will be broadcast nationally in the U.S. (TNT, HBO Max, truTV) and Canada (SN, TVAS).

* The three players leading the Art Ross Trophy race are all scheduled to be in action Wednesday: Oilers forward Connor McDavid (34-62—96), Avalanche forward Nathan MacKinnon (40-53—93) and Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov (29-62—91). MacKinnon is chasing his first Art Ross Trophy, McDavid his sixth, while Kucherov can win the award for the third straight season (fourth time overall). The three players made up the top three in scoring in 2023-24

QUICK CLICKS

* Artemi Panarin ready to help ignite Kings offense for playoff push

* Sidney Crosby leaves Canada Olympic quarterfinal win against Czechia with lower-body injury

* Czechia 'played with our heart' in near upset of Canada at Olympics

* Macklin Celebrini thriving for Team Canada in 1st Olympics at 19

* United States pulled off 'bigger miracle' at 1960 Olympics

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#ChampagneWishes California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance Wins 2026 V d’Or Award for Best Sustainability Initiative

The California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance has been awarded a 2026 V d’Or Business Award for Sustainability, recognizing its Climate Action Toolkit as one of the most impactful and responsible initiatives addressing environmental challenges in the global wine and spirits industry.

Presented on the eve of Wine Paris, the V d’Or Business Awards acknowledge leading initiatives in the wine and spirits sector, spanning innovation, sustainability and education. Administered by Vinexposium, the organizer of Wine Paris, the awards spotlight projects that advance meaningful progress for the industry and encourage continued innovation and collaboration.

The Best Sustainability V d’Or award honors an interprofessional organization or initiative addressing environmental challenges relevant to the future of the sector. The California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance was recognized for its Climate Action Toolkit, which strengthens long-term climate resilience by providing winegrowers with structured, science-based guidance to identify climate risks, prioritize climate-smart practices and track progress.

Developed in collaboration with an advisory group of industry leaders, scientists and sustainability professionals, the Toolkit anchors the Alliance’s approach to climate planning and action. It delivers step-by-step guidance to help winegrowers and vintners assess climate risks and move decisively from commitment to implementation.

“This award reflects decades of collaboration across California’s wine community, grounded in planning and science and focused on preparedness and enduring stewardship,” said Alliance executive director Allison Jordan. “We appreciate Vinexposium’s recognition of California’s sustained leadership in this work, and its relevance to the challenges facing wine regions today.”

The Climate Action Toolkit builds on the Alliance’s stewardship of the California Code of Sustainable Winegrowing, one of the most widely adopted sustainability frameworks in U.S. agriculture. The program emphasizes continuous improvement and equips wine businesses with credible, practical tools to respond to current and future climate impacts.

The 2026 V d’Or nominee field reflected the breadth and depth of sustainability initiatives underway across wine regions worldwide. The Alliance’s selection for the V d’Or underscores the importance of planning, technical rigor and collaboration in preparing agricultural systems for a changing climate, as well as the value of shared tools that enable progress at scale.

Explore California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance’s Climate Action Toolkit at cswaclimatetoolkit.org.

About California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance

The California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA) is a nonprofit collaboration established in 2003 by the Wine Institute and the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) to advance sustainable winegrowing in California. CSWA stewards the California Code of Sustainable Winegrowing, co-developed by Wine Institute and CAWG, and leads the Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing program. Introduced in 2010, the certification provides annual, third-party verification that vineyards and wineries have adopted rigorous sustainable practices and are committed to continuous improvement across environmental and social responsibility areas.

About the V d’Or and Vinexposium

The V d’Or recognize the most impactful and responsible initiatives in the global wine and spirits industry. Led by Vinexposium, organizers of Wine Paris, the awards celebrate committed players who combine economic performance with social impact and environmental responsibility. Open to all professionals in the sector, the V d’Or shine a light on inspiring projects and embody a sustainable, human and forward-thinking vision for the future of wine and spirits.

Ben Levisohn Appointed Editor in Chief of Barron's

Dow Jones announced the appointment of Ben Levisohn to editor in chief of Barron’s. Levisohn, a 15-year veteran of the company, most recently served as the senior managing editor for the financial publication and was the driving force behind last year’s launch of Barron’s Investor Circle, a new premium experience for readers. He is based in the newsroom’s New York headquarters.

“Ben takes the helm at a time when investor interest in markets and Barron’s is stronger than ever,” said Almar Latour, CEO of Dow Jones. “As both a veteran financial editor and a veteran of financial markets–as well as the creator of many highly successful new initiatives for the brand–Ben is uniquely well positioned to take on leadership of Barron’s across all platforms."

Levisohn began his career as a Wall Street equities trader, spending seven years at Worldco and Lynx Capital Partners where he developed a deep knowledge of financial markets. He transitioned to journalism in 2007 with roles at BusinessWeek and later, Bloomberg, pursuing his lifelong dream of writing. He joined Dow Jones in 2010, first as a reporter for the Weekend Investor section of The Wall Street Journal and joined Barron’s in 2012 as an emerging markets writer before transitioning to U.S. markets. He penned Barron’s popular Streetwise and Trader columns for a decade, and served as deputy editor before becoming senior managing editor in August 2025.

“I’m thrilled and honored to become editor in chief of Barron’s, where I’ve spent 12 rewarding years,” Levisohn said. “I was a reader before I was a journalist, and the responsibility that comes with leading this storied, trusted newsroom is not something I take lightly. I look forward to building on our momentum and bringing world-class insights to our readers.”

Levisohn’s appointment comes as Dow Jones recently closed a record quarter and six years of continued growth, fueled by its business news and business intelligence units. The company currently has more than 6 million subscriptions and is a core provider of news and intelligence to large financial institutions and corporate customers. In the age of AI, where outputs from LLMs are only as good as their inputs, Dow Jones is a leading provider of the world’s most trusted proprietary data and exclusive news.

About Barron’s

Barron’s is a leading financial publication known for its authoritative analysis and in-depth coverage of global financial markets. Established in 1921, Barron’s publishes weekly magazines and real-time digital stories that deliver critical insights and forecasts that serve financial professionals, asset managers, investors and more.

#HealthyPeachy Amazon Pharmacy Will Expand Same-Day Medication Delivery to Nearly 4,500 U.S. Cities and Towns by Year End

The full-service digital pharmacy recorded faster delivery speeds in 2025 and will expand Same-Day Delivery service to nearly 2,000 cities and towns this year, bringing access in new states including Idaho and Massachusetts in 2026

Amazon Pharmacy announced it will expand its Same-Day prescription delivery service to nearly 4,500 U.S. cities and towns by the end of 2026—adding nearly 2,000 new communities over the course of the year. The expansion will bring fast, reliable medication delivery to millions of customers nationwide, including new states such as Idaho and Massachusetts, where pharmacy closures, staffing shortages, and transportation barriers have historically limited access to care.

In 2025, Prime members enjoyed record-breaking delivery speeds, with Amazon Pharmacy customers receiving fast, free prescription deliveries nationwide along with a wide range of prescription discount savings.

"Patients shouldn't have to choose between speed, cost, and convenience when it comes to their medication, regardless of where they live," said John Love, Vice President, Amazon Pharmacy. "By combining our pharmacy expertise with our logistics network, we're removing critical barriers and helping patients start treatment faster—setting a new standard for accessible, digital-forward pharmacy care."

Faster Medication Delivery When It Matters Most

In 2025, customers experienced meaningful delivery speed improvements across a wide range of communities—from dense urban neighborhoods like Manhattan, reached via e-bikes, to suburban areas such as Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania using electric vehicles, and remote locations like Mackinac Island, Michigan, where prescriptions are delivered by ferries and horses.

In Los Angeles, One Medical patients were able to pick up medications within minutes using Amazon Pharmacy Kiosks located in the lobby before leaving their primary care office, allowing patients to begin treatment immediately after an appointment. Amazon Pharmacy will continue expanding in-person kiosk access across additional locations in 2026.

Amazon Pharmacy's fast, convenient prescription delivery extends beyond major metropolitan areas. The service provides a variety of fast shipping options to remote Alaska towns and across the Navajo Nation in communities such as Fort Defiance and Keams Canyon, where the nearest brick-and-mortar pharmacy can be more than a 45–60-minute drive away and other mail-order delivery services take between five and ten days. By leveraging Amazon’s logistics network, many customers receive prescriptions the next day or within two to three days.

As Amazon Pharmacy continues to expand Same-Day Delivery nationwide, customers across all 50 states and Washington, D.C. can still have prescriptions delivered to their door, with many receiving medications the next day or within two to three days.

Scaling Reliable Medication Access

Amazon Pharmacy’s Same-Day Delivery expansion builds on the company’s growing set of features, investments in savings-driven programs, and partnerships designed to make pharmacy care more accessible, affordable, and convenient.

In 2025, Amazon Pharmacy introduced a caregiver support feature to help families manage medications for loved ones, expanded its $5-per-month RxPass prescription savings program to Prime members in 48 states, and collaborated with industry partners including WeightWatchers, Experity’s Urgent Care Network, and DoseSpot to improve medication availability and price transparency for patients and providers. It also supported customers managing both acute and chronic conditions, particularly in hard-to-reach or underserved areas where delivery times were reduced from days to hours.

In communities facing pharmacy deserts, Amazon Pharmacy helped fill a critical gap through 24/7 access to licensed pharmacists, automatic refills, and PillPack from Amazon Pharmacy—a service that sorts medications by dose and time into easy-to-open packets and delivers them monthly to help customers and caregivers manage multiple prescriptions more reliably.

Savings Programs and Transparent Pricing

In 2025, Amazon Pharmacy helped customers save more than $150 million by automatically applying eligible manufacturer-sponsored coupons, with insulin and GLP-1 medications representing the largest savings categories. The company also offers the Wegovy® pill, the only FDA-approved oral GLP-1 for weight management, with transparent pricing as low as $25 for a one-month supply with insurance and cash-pay options starting at $149 per month.

Prime members without insurance continue to save up to 80% on generic medications and 40% on brand-name medications through Prime Rx at no additional cost. Members also use the $5-per-month RxPass subscription program to access more than 50 commonly prescribed medications for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, anxiety, and heart disease, with fast, free delivery and Same-Day Delivery in eligible locations.

With continued innovation across delivery, affordability, and clinical support, Amazon Pharmacy is redefining what customers expect—and deserve—from their pharmacy. To learn more, visit https://pharmacy.amazon.com.

About Amazon Pharmacy

Amazon Pharmacy is a full-service digital-forward pharmacy that brings convenient, fast prescription medication delivery directly to customers' doors with Same-Day Delivery offered in eligible locations nationwide. The service offers 24/7 access to pharmacists, transparent pricing, and multiple ways to save. Amazon Pharmacy accepts most insurance plans, automatically applies eligible manufacturer-sponsored coupons, and offers additional savings options for Prime members through RxPass and Prime Rx. For those managing multiple daily medications, PillPack from Amazon Pharmacy sorts medications by date and time into convenient packets, then delivers them to customers' doors at no extra cost.

#FloridaPeachy Women We Admire Announces Top 50 Women Leaders of Jacksonville for 2026

Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders of Jacksonville for 2026. As one of the largest U.S. cities by land area, Jacksonville's scale raises the stakes for leaders responsible for how organizations operate day to day. With a major deepwater port and one of the country's largest naval complexes, decisions made across the city's institutions often carry regional impact. This year's honorees are recognized for carrying that responsibility in roles where execution, coordination, and accountability shape what holds up in practice.

This year, we are pleased to recognize Alexandra Geist, Account Director for Strategic Accounts at Salesforce, a leading cloud-based CRM software. Geist has spent over 20 years as a highly successful, process and results-oriented technology sales professional. In her role, she works with companies to translate business needs into a technology strategy aligned with financial goals, including revenue growth and cost containment. She also focuses on team development, understanding client workflows, identifying opportunities, and presenting solutions that support long-term client relationships.

We also celebrate Diana Sorfleet, Chief Administrative Officer and Executive Vice President at CSX. Sorfleet is a senior executive with extensive experience as a strategic business partner and member of executive management teams. She is recognized for aligning business objectives and practices during turnaround and transformation efforts across diverse functions, including human resources, labor relations, technology, facilities, critical power infrastructure, and corporate aviation. At CSX, she had a key role in orchestrating the company's pandemic response and guided the development and implementation of a comprehensive social justice action plan.

Lastly, we honor Jennifer Raines, Director of Product Development Engineering at Medtronic, a global healthcare technology leader. Raines has over 20 years of experience in the medical device industry and a proven track record in R&D, regulatory compliance, usability, experimental test design, design verification and validation, people management, and laboratory operations. Her background includes leadership roles in systems, human factors, and test engineering, as well as toxicology. Her strategic vision and innovative approach have been instrumental in expanding her influence within the R&D organization, improving performance, and fostering a patient-first culture.

Please join us in celebrating the accomplishments of Top 50 Women Leaders of Jacksonville for 2026.

Sarah Sanders (Baptist Health), Ellyn Raftery (FIS), Sharon Fletcher, PhD (Birdsong Hearing Benefits), Diana Sorfleet (CSX), Melissa Thomas (Community First Credit Union), Jenn Petion (Family Support Services), Farley Kern (GuideWell), Bev Jennings (SEE Company Inc.), Kirsten Barnhorst (City of Jacksonville), Grace Staten (Coastal Wealth), Amanda Baggett (Baggett Law), Alisha Pieraccini (Florida Blue), Maureen Barnett (Fanatics Inc.), Michelle Anderson (LoanCare), Christina Villar (INSIGHTEC), Sheila Stevens (Blue Star Families), Nikky Flores (JPMorgan Chase), Melissa Harrell (Uniti Group Inc.), Mariana Marques (Restaurant Brands International), Jessica Paske (Superior Construction), Sadaf Alipour (Nuvia Dental Implant Centers), Jennifer Raines (Medtronic), Dana Luciani (UF Health Jacksonville), Kimberly Hunter (UnitedHealthcare), Alexandra Geist (Salesforce) and many others.

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On Luck, by Thomas Jefferson

"I'm a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work the more I have of it."

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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

#FashionAlert #ParisPeachy KARL LAGERFELD Reunites With Paris Hilton for Spring – Summer 2026 “From Paris with Love” Campaign Our Coverage Sponsored by Hallak Cleaners the Couture Cleaner @hallakcleaners @hallakcouturecleaner

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KARL LAGERFELD unveils its Spring–Summer 2026 campaign, From Paris with Love, starring cultural icon Paris Hilton for the second consecutive season. Captured through the lens of long-time brand collaborator Chris Colls at the Maison’s headquarters, 21 Rue Saint-Guillaume in Paris, the global campaign spans the KARL LAGERFELD, KARL LAGERFELD JEANS, and KARL LAGERFELD PARIS collections.

KARL LAGERFELD REUNITES WITH PARIS HILTON FOR SPRING – SUMMER 2026 “FROM PARIS WITH LOVE” CAMPAIGN

“Shooting the campaign at 21 Rue Saint-Guillaume was incredibly inspiring,” says Paris Hilton. “Stepping into Karl’s world felt personal and true to the DNA of both Karl and the brand. It wasn’t about looking back but being present in a space where his legacy continues to evolve.”

Moving through the Maison with ease and confidence, Paris Hilton brings her signature glamour and charisma to KARL LAGERFELD’s universe through playful digital storytelling. The still imagery balances her personality with the House’s timeless codes: the main campaign embraces signature black-and-white, KARL LAGERFELD JEANS introduces pop-inflected colors, and the KARL LAGERFELD PARIS US campaign reflects a colorful, fresh spring attitude and assured femininity. Across all collections, Paris’ energy elevates the Maison’s aesthetic, creating a modern, empowered expression of style.

Sean O’Pry fronts the men’s collection with sleek, understated presence. His refined yet relaxed approach, combined with his natural chemistry with Paris Hilton, brings contemporary energy across ready-to-wear and accessories, anchored by the hero image outside the Paris Maison HQ.

The K/Autograph range returns as the season’s centerpiece, its iconic graphic hardware showcasing Karl’s original autograph and reinforcing the Maison’s signature aesthetic.

ABOUT KARL LAGERFELD

The House of KARL LAGERFELD shares the iconic vision and design aesthetic of its founder, Karl Lagerfeld, fused with a contemporary, forward-looking spirit. The brand celebrates his colossal legacy and breathes his passion, intuition, and inexhaustible creativity into the core of its DNA.

Featuring Parisian-inspired classics with a rock-chic attitude, the brand portfolio includes ready-to-wear for women, men and kids, plus KARL LAGERFELD JEANS, bags, small leather goods, footwear, fragrances and eyewear. Additional categories include the KARL LAGERFELD MAISON furniture collection and international hospitality projects. The Maison’s creative vision is led by Creative Director Hun Kim; other members of the KARL family are Brand Ambassador Sebastien Jondeau, and Sustainability Ambassador Amber Valletta, amongst others.

KARL LAGERFELD connects with consumers at more than 200 stores worldwide — including premium wholesale and franchise partners — with key locations in Paris, London, Munich, Dubai and Shanghai. The brand has a robust digital presence across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and its KARL.COM flagship.

In 2019, KARL LAGERFELD joined the Fashion Pact, a global sustainability initiative seeking to transform the fashion industry through objectives in three areas: climate, biodiversity and ocean protection.

On Writers and Readers, by Tom Wolfe

“The reason a writer writes a book is to forget a book and the reason a reader reads one is to remember it. ”

― Tom Wolfe

#ItalyPeachy Italy Sees Economic Boost From the Opening Weekend of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026

Visa, the Official Payment Technology Partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, today released new data revealing consumer spending patterns in the Winter Games host locations1 during the opening weekend of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026.

VisaNet data analysed by Visa Consulting & Analytics (VCA) shows the positive impact that Milano Cortina 2026 is having on commerce:Overseas Visa cardholders visits rose by more than 60%, with the largest share of visitors coming from the U.S. (+160% year-on-year), followed by China, Brazil, Canada and Japan.

In Europe, Visa cardholders from Germany represent the largest share of visitors (31% year-on-year increase), followed by Switzerland, France and the UK.

International Visa cardholders spent more than in the previous year, with the U.S. leading the year-on-year growth with a 125% increase in their spending, followed by Canada and Switzerland.

Visitors from Germany, China and the U.S. ranked as the top spenders, with an average spend of €297, €267 and €255, respectively.

Purchases are also up significantly in Milano from international Visa cardholders (45%) and Italian Visa cardholders (+30%).

In mountain locations, purchase growth is being driven primarily by overseas Visa cardholders, up to 95% year on year.

Contactless transactions across both domestic and international Visa cardholders, increased by almost 40% year‑on‑year.

The top three merchant categories recorded the highest increase in purchases by international Visa cardholders during the Opening Ceremony weekend are: Clothing & Accessories (+35%), Restaurants, Mobility & Transport.

Antony Cahill, Chief Executive Officer, Visa Europe says: “Over the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony weekend, Italian businesses experienced a year-on-year rise in visitors and purchases, according to VisaNet data - demonstrating the positive economic impact that major global events can deliver for local communities. U.S. travellers led overseas spend, with fans from China, Brazil, Canada and Japan showing the biggest increase in travel to the Games.”

Visa’s responsibility to provide payment systems for the Olympic and Paralympic Games requires a robust and venue-specific plan combined with large-scale operations. Working hand-in-hand with the Organising Committee, Visa has built a custom payment network across Milano, Cortina and beyond, which will ensure Visa payments are accepted at approximately 800 points of sale across 13 competition venues and several other official Milano Cortina 2026 locations.

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Figures compare the weekends 6,7,8 February 2026 vs 7,8,9 February 2025

Overseas visitors refers to Visa cardholders from outside Europe

International visitors refers to Visa cardholders from both Europe and outside Europe

Visa cardholders refers to Visa cardholders includes domestic and international visitors (Europe and outside Europe)

Northern Italy refers to Milan and mountain locations hosting competitions, including Belluno, Trento, Bolzano, and Sondrio

Mountain locations refer specifically to Belluno, Trento, Bolzano, and Sondrio (excluding Milano)

1 Milano, Belluno, Trento, Bolzano, and Sondrio

NYC Kosher Restaurant, Talia's Steakhouse, to Serve Passover 2026 Seders & Meals

A Peachy's Pick Since 2017, Talia's has offered Passover meals for over two decades.

Talia's Steakhouse & Bar on the Upper West Side of Manhattan has been serving Passover Seders and meals for over two decades. The glatt kosher NYC restaurant is strictly Orthodox and observes all Jewish laws, so all reservations must be prepaid prior to the start of the holiday.

Passover 2026, or Pesach, begins at sundown on April 1st, and concludes on April 9thh. Talia's will serve non-communal Seder meals on April 1st and 2nd, including all traditional required Seder items and foods, such as haggadahs and wine, accordding to Ashkenazi tradition. There will also be a fully stocked Kosher for Passover bar.

Talia's will also be serving holiday lunches and dinners, and will be open with a regular a la carte menu for all of Chol Hamoed.

Whether one has a large group or is a single person, Talia's is ready to accommodate.

Talia's fast casual sister restaurant next door, Shawarma Shabazi, will also be completely kosher for Passover. Since the restaurant abides by Ashkenazi tradition, there will be no falafel, hummus, tahini, etc. For more info: https://shabazinyc.com

Talia's has already started taking reservations for Pesach 2026. Seats are already filling up quickly, so it is recommended to make reservations as soon as possible.

For more information and to reserve: Click Here

For over two decades, Talia's Steakhouse has continuously reinvented the strictly Glatt kosher restaurant as a hip, modern place, where everyone will feel welcome: from Chabad and Satmer Chasidim to Modern Orthodox, secular Jews, non-Jewish customers and all other ethnic groups, Talia's has something for everyone. With so many repeat customers and fans, it's no wonder that Talia's Steakhouse has built such a "Haute" reputation. As one customer puts it: "You oughtta be the best, most progressive-still-frum place".

Talia's is a great Manhattan kosher restaurant to take your wife or girlfriend out to dinner. Enjoy the romantic atmosphere, dimly-lit, candles and fresh roses on each table, mellow live music and a wonderful blend of American and Middle-Eastern cuisines. In addition, Talia's offers prepaid Shabbat dinner every week, as well as all major Jewish holiday meals.

#ScotlandPeachy Scotland Lights Up Brisbane with Iconic Tartan @visitscotnews @VisitScotland

A bold cultural showcase sparks travel to Scotland in 2026

Scotland brings its iconic tartan and cultural heritage to the Southern Hemisphere as part of a global invitation to visit in 2026. With the Commonwealth Games taking place in Glasgow this year, alongside major new attractions, Scotland is stepping into the international spotlight.

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Scotland paints Brisbane tartan

As The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo prepares to take centre stage in Brisbane and Auckland, VisitScotland has illuminated the historic pillars of Brisbane City Hall with the Tattoo tartan. The striking display celebrates Scotland's deep-rooted traditions and cultural pride, creating a moment of connection with Australia.

Marking its 75th anniversary, the Tattoo brings massed pipes and drums, military precision and contemporary storytelling to audiences in Australia and New Zealand, having captivated more than 100 million people worldwide.

Why Scotland in 2026?

With global attention on Scotland in 2026, travellers are encouraged to look beyond postcard moments and discover a destination evolving in exciting new ways. New and reimagined experiences launching across the country include The Inverness Castle Experience, the reopening of Paisley Museum, a transformed Calanais Standing Stones Visitor Centre on the Isle of Lewis, and landmark exhibitions in Glasgow and Dundee.

Scotland is closely aligned with the travel preferences of Australian and New Zealand visitors, who are increasingly seeking wellbeing–focused, community–minded and immersive experiences. This growing appetite for wellness, noctourism and slow travel is reflected across the country from floating saunas on Highland lochs to new dark sky observatories in southern Scotland.

The Tattoo's visit to Australia and New Zealand provides a platform for VisitScotland to connect with local partners and promote Scotland as a must-visit destination. Jill Walker, Director of Marketing at VisitScotland, said: "The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is a globally recognised symbol of Scotland's culture and a compelling platform to engage audiences in Australia and New Zealand. Alongside these high–profile cultural moments, we are working closely with media, travel trade and partners to showcase the breadth of Scotland's visitor offer and encourage future travel."

Australia also shares a longstanding connection with Scotland through whisky, craftsmanship and storytelling. The country was Johnnie Walker's first major export market in the 1870s, a legacy continuing to draw Australian travellers to Scotland.

For more on holidays in Scotland, visit www.visitscotland.com

VisitScotland is Scotland's national tourism organisation. Its core purpose is to drive the visitor economy, growing its value in Scotland. 

As an economic growth agency, VisitScotland's activity focuses on three key priorities – market development, place development and business and experience development.   

VisitScotland's work helps deliver the ambitions of the national tourism strategy, Scotland Outlook 2030, for Scotland to be a world leader in 21st century tourism, and the national events strategy, Scotland the Perfect Stage.  

It leverages tourism and events as a force for good for all of Scotland's people and places and builds Scotland's international profile as a leading place to visit, live, work, study and do business.

VisitScotland is a proud signatory of the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism and Tourism Declares a Climate Emergency.  

 www.visitscotland.com 

Persistent Cost Increases and Enduring Demand Will Shape the Restaurant Industry in 2026

National Restaurant Association report highlights industry growth tempered by margin pressures

America's restaurant industry is poised for a year of measured growth, though a cooling labor market, persistent cost pressures, and cautious household spending will continue to challenge operator margins. According to the National Restaurant Association's 2026 State of the Restaurant Industry report, total restaurant and foodservice sales are projected to reach $1.55 trillion and restaurant operators are forecast to add more than 100,000 jobs.

This projected growth reflects an industry navigating a mixed economic landscape: operators are facing uneven traffic and elevated operating expenses, while consumers – particularly those in lower- and middle-income households – are increasingly stretched. Even so, restaurants remain deeply woven into American culture, with the majority of adults continuing to prioritize dining out, takeout, and delivery, even when budgets tighten.

"Restaurants remain an economic powerhouse that, even when faced with soft consumer spending and sustained margin pressures, drives job growth and fosters entrepreneurship," said Michelle Korsmo, President & CEO of the National Restaurant Association. "The industry's resilience is driven by its people, its adaptability, and its ability to evolve alongside consumers, making continued investment in workforce, innovation, and smart policy solutions essential to long-term growth."

Key findings from this year's report include:Modest growth is projected, but under continued pressures. Operators remain cautiously optimistic, even as rising costs and softer traffic persist. Many operators expect sales to hold steady or improve this year, and the Association forecasts modest real sales growth of 1.3 percent.

Consumer demand remains solid, but their spending power is restrained. Consumers have strong pent-up demand for restaurant experiences. More than 7 in 10 consumers say they would use restaurants more frequently if they had more disposable income. This desire is especially strong among Gen Z and millennials, who continue to lead the industry's off-premises growth.

The industry workforce will continue to grow, though it will be challenging to fill the open positions. Restaurant and foodservice employment is projected to reach 15.8 million jobs in 2026. Nearly three quarters of operators plan to hire but expect difficulties finding experienced managers and chefs. Longer term labor force challenges—particularly the shrinking 16-to 24-year-old population—underscore the need for sustained workforce development and immigration reform.

Rising costs remain the industry's key stressor and is limiting operator margins. More than 9 in 10 operators cite food, labor, insurance, energy, and swipe fees as significant challenges. Last year, 42 percent of operators reported their restaurant was not profitable – highlighting the need for operational innovation, workforce investment, and smart policy solutions.

Workforce development and technology could help release some of the margin pressure. In the current economic environment, restaurant operators are investing in training and tools to support hospitality with technology-driven efficiency. Advances in ordering, AI, and data analytics are helping operators streamline operations, manage costs, and enhance the customer experience.

A Snapshot of the Year Ahead

The uncertainty of 2025 will persist in 2026, requiring operators to rely on their creativity and adaptability to stay agile in the shifting operating environment. This will mean balancing restrained consumer spending and elevated costs by leveraging technology to create efficiencies that bring down costs and free up staff to focus on consumer experiences.

Operators will be focused on investments in innovative solutions like digital ordering and payments, loyalty programs, automation, and targeted marketing that are strengthening guest engagement and removing friction points from the dining experience.

When it comes to the workforce guiding the consumer experience, operators are committed to building skilled adaptable employees through training and technology. This investment continues to shape the entire U.S. workforce, because more people have worked in restaurants than in any other industry, highlighting the industry's role in individual career growth.

All of this comes together to serve a customer hungry with curiosity and looking for value, not only in price, but in experience.

"Success for operators this year will hinge on their ability to get the math right in a still‑challenging economic environment," said Dr. Chad Moutray, Chief Economist for the National Restaurant Association. "After a year when 60 percent of operators reported softer customer traffic, there is cautious optimism for improvement. At the same time, operators remain laser‑focused on controlling costs while delivering value and providing satisfying menu innovation that resonates with consumers."

Click here to for more information from the 2026 State of the Restaurant Industry report.

About the Report

The 2026 State of the Restaurant Industry Report is the Association's annual analysis of the industry's size, sales, workforce, technology, menu trends, and consumer and operator sentiment. It serves as a guiding resource for operators, suppliers, policymakers, and media.

About the National Restaurant Association

Founded in 1919, the National Restaurant Association is the leading business association for the restaurant industry, which comprises more than 1 million restaurant and foodservice outlets and a workforce of 15.7 million employees. Together with 52 State Associations, we are a network of professional organizations dedicated to serving every restaurant through advocacy, education, and food safety. We sponsor the industry's largest trade show (National Restaurant Association Show); leading food safety training and certification program (ServSafe); unique career-building high school program (the NRAEF's ProStart). For more information, visit Restaurant.org and find @WeRRestaurants on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

#BostonPeachy The Boston Globe to Host Rare Disease Summit

Second Annual Rare Disease Summit to Bring Together Advocates, Experts, and Industry Leaders, February 24; register now at globe.com/raredisease

The Boston Globe is proud to convene the rare disease community at the second annual Rare Disease Summit on February 24, at 9:30 a.m. ET. Bringing together the individuals and the companies driving innovation in the rare disease space, this Summit will feature special keynote remarks, panel sessions, a live podcast recording, and networking sessions, all virtual and in-person from Big Night Live in downtown Boston.

Following last year's success, the second annual Rare Disease Summit unites key advocates, researchers, and policymakers, as well as nonprofits and companies, working to enact medical breakthroughs and meaningful change in patient care. Sessions will be moderated by Boston Globe journalists leading coverage on the region's biggest health and medical stories.

"At Boston Globe Media, we're dedicated to uniting the community with the region's movers and shakers," said Erika Hale Smith, Boston Globe Media Vice President of Events & Sponsorships. "We know that the sessions and conversations that happen at events like the Rare Disease Summit lead to real support and change for the people most affected."

Sessions for the 2026 Rare Disease Summit include:Living It, Leading It: When Lived Rare Disease Experience Becomes Professional Purpose

Stronger Together: Navigating Shared Decision-Making in Genetic Skeletal Conditions

Coast to Coast: Innovation Without Borders

Mental Health in Rare Disease: Breaking the Silence

Generation Rare: Young Voices Changing the Conversation

Recognizing the Realities of Hypoparathyroidism: Advocating for and Addressing Patient Needs

The Power of the Parent Voice: Advocacy and Progress in Rare Cancer and Disease

The Boston Globe is hosting the Rare Disease Summit in partnership with Biotech Tuesday! and presenting sponsor Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease. Supporting sponsors include Ascendis Pharma, BioMarin, Chiesi Global Rare Diseases, and Rocket Pharma.

In-person tickets — including a complimentary lunch — are available for the day of programming, happening live at Big Night Live, 110 Causeway St., Boston, MA. Attendees can use code PR for 15% off in-person tickets. Virtual attendance is free. To learn more and register to attend, visit globe.com/raredisease.

About Boston Globe Media:

Boston Globe Media Partners, LLC is a locally owned, award-winning media company serving Boston and New England for over 153 years. Its cornerstone is The Boston Globe, a 27-time Pulitzer Prize-winning news source and one of the most successful metro news organizations in the United States. The Globe is headquartered in Boston with regional bureaus in Washington, D.C., Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. The Globe has been successfully growing its direct subscriber base, today boasting the highest total number of subscribers the organization has had since 2008. The Globe hosts events that connect community members to its journalism and provides a range of digital and home-delivered advertising solutions that reach more consumers than any other New England media brand. Boston Globe Media's portfolio includes The Boston Globe, Globe.com, Boston.com, STAT, The B-Side, Globe Publishing Services, Globe Events, Studio/B, and Boston magazine.

World Liberty Forum @worldlibertyfi Reaches Capacity as Global Leaders Prepare to Convene at Mar-a-Lago

Approximately 400 senior executives, investors, and policymakers confirmed for February 18 gathering from World Liberty Financial; New speakers revealed

World Liberty Financial ("WLFI”) today announced that the World Liberty Forum has reached capacity, with nearly 400 confirmed participants set to convene at Mar-a-Lago on February 18, 2026. The Forum will bring together an unprecedented assembly of leaders from global finance, technology, sports, media, and government for a day of high-level dialogue on the forces reshaping the global economy.

“The response to the World Liberty Forum has been overwhelming, and it’s clear WLFI’s mission is resonating at the highest levels,” said Zach Witkoff, co-founder and CEO of World Liberty Financial. “In an era of artificial intelligence and 24/7 markets, financial infrastructure must evolve at lightning speed. The Forum is bringing together many of the world’s most pre-eminent champions of this important work.”

Hosted by World Liberty’s founders, the daylong program will feature keynotes, fireside conversations, and panels addressing the future of the U.S. dollar, the modernization of financial infrastructure, and America's indispensable role in the next era of global markets. The agenda is available on the World Liberty Forum website at https://worldlibertyforum.com/.

The confirmed speaker lineup includes:David Solomon (Goldman Sachs, Chairman and CEO)

Jenny Johnson (Franklin Templeton, President and CEO)

Adena Friedman (Nasdaq, Chair and CEO)

Lynn Martin (New York Stock Exchange, President)

Michael Selig (U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Chairman)

Daniel Loeb (Third Point, Founder and CEO)

Philippe Laffont (Coatue Management, Founder and Chief Investment Officer)

Brad Gerstner (Altimeter Capital, Founder and CEO)

Barry Sternlicht (Starwood Capital Group, CEO)

Jacob Helberg (Department of State, Undersecretary for Economic Affairs)

Kevin O'Leary (O'Leary Ventures, Chairman)

Gianni Infantino (FIFA, President)

Gerry Cardinale (RedBird Capital, Founder and Managing Partner)

Behdad Eghbali (Clearlake Capital Group, Co-Founder and Managing Partner)

Senator Ashley Moody (U.S. Senator from Florida)

Senator Bernie Moreno (U.S. Senator from Ohio)

Peter Hughes (Apex Group, Founder and CEO)

The Hon. Kelly Loeffler

Marc Lasry (Avenue Capital Group, Co-founder and CEO)

Clay Travis (OutKick, Founder)

Brian Armstrong (Coinbase, Co-founder and CEO)

Cody Carbone (The Digital Chamber, CEO)

Yuval Rooz (Canton Network, Co-Founder)

Mike Belshe (BitGo, CEO)

Carlos Domingo (Securitize, Founder and CEO)

Ziad El Chaar (DarGlobal, CEO)

Donald Trump Jr. (World Liberty Financial, Co-Founder)

Eric Trump (World Liberty Financial, Co-Founder)

Alex Witkoff (World Liberty Financial, Co-Founder)

Zak Folkman (World Liberty Financial, Co-Founder and COO)

Zach Witkoff (World Liberty Financial, Co-Founder and CEO)

Chase Herro (World Liberty Financial, Co-Founder)

Additional speakers and major announcements are expected at the event. For updates, follow @worldlibertyfi on X.

About World Liberty Financial

World Liberty Financial (WLFI) is a pioneering decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol and governance platform dedicated to empowering individuals through transparent, accessible, and secure financial solutions. Inspired by the vision of President Donald J. Trump, WLFI seeks to democratize access to DeFi by creating user-friendly tools that bring the benefits of decentralized finance to a broader audience. WLFI plans to be at the forefront of DeFi, offering an intuitive, robust platform that empowers users to participate actively in the financial future.