IT'S OFFICIAL! USA Star Folarin Balogun Has Been Cleared To Play on Monday July 6, 2026 World Cup Match vs. Belgium

USA star Folarin Balogun is available to play in Monday's World Cup match against Belgium after his 1-game red card ban is suspended.https://t.co/BPM2ge6v7N pic.twitter.com/BBwpTFrypJ

— CNN (@CNN) July 5, 2026

The United States vs. Belgium FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match is scheduled for:

• Date: Monday, July 6, 2026

• kickoff: 8:00 PM Eastern / 7:00 PM Central (Arkansas) / 5:00 PM Pacific

• Location: Lumen Field (officially referred to by FIFA as Seattle Stadium) in Seattle.

The match will be televised on FOX and streamed through FOX's streaming platforms.

With Folarin Balogun now eligible to play, this has become one of the most anticipated Round of 16 matches of the tournament. 

A victory would send the United States to the quarterfinals against the winner of Portugal vs. Spain. 
 

READING THE EXTENDED WARRANTY CONTRACT ON YOUR CAR - Top Five Reasons Claims May Be Denied.

LET'S DO SOMETHING REALLY UNUSUAL - LET'S TAKE TIME AND READ THE CONTRACT...

If car owners would read what is NOT COVERED (EXCLUSIONS) first, many would IMMEDIATELY reject most car warranty advertisements.

According to Deloitte Survey 90% of consumers "accept legal terms and conditions without reading them." Read a Specimen Contract of CarShield - Platinum Plan

PREFACE

Several years ago, I reviewed a CarShield sample contract after seeing thousands of customer complaints posted online. At that time, CarShield had an "F" rating with the Better Business Bureau. Since then, CarShield has improved its BBB rating to A+, largely by responding more consistently to customer complaints and improving their complaint-resolution process.

An A+ BBB rating does not mean every repair claim is approved or that every customer is happy. It simply means the company has improved how it handles complaints according to BBB standards.

After reading the contract, I've reached the same conclusion I reported back in 2022:

The most important document is not the television commercial - it's the contract.

Almost every denied claim refers to language found in the service agreement. Many disappointed customers simply did not understand... 1) what was covered, 2) what was excluded, and 3) what responsibilities they agreed to before purchasing the plan.

This blog is a quick review of the "Top Five Reasons Claims May Be Denied." It will also help you understand the contract well enough to make an informed decision before spending your money.

This blog is not intended to tell you whether to buy an extended warranty plan or avoid it.

Top Five Reasons Extended Warranty Claims May Be Denied...

1. Incorrectly Filing a Claim Described by the Manufacturer as Normal Maintenance Services - CarShield will not pay for maintenance services that car owners are responsible for, such as - wheel alignment, wheel balancing, tuneups, spark plugs, hoses, belts, wiper blades, brake pads, brake shoes, drums or rotors. 

Maintenance items are not mechanical breakdowns. Most service contracts cover mechanical failures, not wear-and-tear components. See EXCLUSIONS, Part C page 11.

2. Pre-existing Conditions - This is probably the biggest misunderstanding for customers. If your vehicle already has symptoms before coverage begins - such as: check engine light, ABS light, transmission slipping, engine knocking, engine overheating, coolant leaks, hard starting, oil leaks, engine smoking at the tailpipe, suspension noises and others - then, the administrator may determine the failure existed before your contract became effective. No vehicle service contract wants to insure something that is already broken.

See EXCLUSIONS, Part N page 12.

3. Lack of Normal Maintenance as Required by the Manufacturer - Do you follow a maintenance schedule for your vehicle?

The maintenance schedule for your vehicle is found in the owner's manual. You may want to reconsider signing-up for an extended warranty plan if you do not follow a maintenance schedule for your vehicle.

A covered part is not automatically a covered claim. Coverage depends on whether the cause of the failure meets the terms and conditions of the contract.

Example: A Water Pump Failure - You Assume your Vehicle is Covered Under the Service Contract. The water pump itself may be covered. However, suppose the cooling system had not been maintained according to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule.

The coolant had never been replaced, the radiator hoses were cracked and leaking, or the system had been operated while overheating. If the administrator determines the water pump failed because of neglected maintenance or because the vehicle continued to be operated after overheating, the claim may be denied - even though the water pump is normally a covered component.

You should therefore read both the Covered Components section and the Exclusions section equally.

If the contract requires maintenance according to the manufacturer's schedule, you should keep receipts and invoices, record mileage, and document with dates when services were performed. Without documentation, it can become difficult to prove that your vehicle was properly maintained.

READ the contract and avoid surprising loopholes.
See EXCLUSIONS, Part F page 11.

4. Damage Due to Continued Operation - If you notice your engine TEMP gauge indicating HOT and your vehicle begins steaming under the hood, your extended warranty expects you to pull over IMMEDIATELY and shut the engine OFF. You should contact their 800 number  and follow the emergency assistance procedures offered under the contract.

If you drive the vehicle for any length of time; to the next exit; or try to make it home or to the nearest authorized shop - your claim may be denied because of CONTINUED OPERATION.

Most contracts exclude damage caused by continued operation after obvious warning signs. See EXCLUSIONS, Part K page 12

5. Understanding the Claims Process and Giving Authorization for Diagnosis and Tear-downs. 

Many consumers think they can simply take the vehicle to a repair shop and hand over their warranty card. That is not how most vehicle service contracts work.

Usually:

• the repair shop diagnoses the problem,
• the administrator authorizes covered repairs,
• inspection may be required,
• the shop proceeds after approval.

If the repair is not covered, the customer is generally responsible for diagnostic charges.

The contract clearly states that you must authorized the repair before filing a claim to determine if the repair is covered by the warranty. You also agree to pay for "this inspection to diagnose the problem."

This statement insures the repair facility get paid for their service and that CarShield will not be responsible for repairs that are not covered. 

Read the contract and understand your responsibility... 
See What to Do in Event of a Failure, No. 4-7 page 8

Here's My Final Comments: My opinion hasn't changed over the past few years. I believe the best investment for most vehicle owners is keeping up with routine maintenance. A well-maintained vehicle often avoids many of the expensive repairs that people hope an extended service contract will cover. 

An extended service contract is not a substitute for routine maintenance. Even if you purchase coverage, you are still responsible for maintaining the vehicle according to the manufacturer's recommendations.

Save your money and pay for only ONE - routine maintenance. 

Have a great day and keep your eyes on your money. 

 
Before Buying Any Extended Warranty, Ask Questions... 
What are the exclusions?  Is there a waiting period? Is there a deductible? Can I choose my own repair shop? Who pays for diagnosis if the claim is denied? 

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BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES OF PEACE - Wisdom, Unity, Love and Truth

 

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If peace is power under control… then chaos is wisdom acting a fool.  

Russellville Spring Cruise Night Is Back! — Saturday, May 23, 2026

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Russellville Tourism & Visitor Center has officially announced that Spring Cruise Night is back for 2026! Russellville Spring Cruise Night returns Saturday night with classic cars, cruisers, music, food, and family-friendly fun!

Time: Cruise night runs into the evening, starting at 6:00 PM from late afternoon through the night, with the main activity after sunset.

Location: Downtown Russellville - cruising up and down Arkansas Avenue.

Highlights:

Classic & custom cars cruising the streets
Good music setting the tone for the evening
Local food & treats - snacks and drinks likely available nearby (food trucks & downtown eateries often participate)
Photo opps with vintage wheels and automotive art
Arrive early with your lawn chair - popular cruise nights fill up fast, and downtown spots are prime.

Bring the entire family - cruise nights are casual and family-friendly!

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$68 MILLION GOOGLE ASSISTANT PRIVACY Class Action Settlement — What You Need to Know

A major lawsuit - originally titled In re Google Assistant Privacy Litigation - accused Google of allowing its Google Assistant - enabled products to capture and transmit private conversations without users’ consent. The case centered on devices such as Google Home speakers, Nest Hub displays, and Pixel phones.

Why the Lawsuit Happened

Consumers claimed these devices were activating and recording audio even when users did not say the wake command (“Hey Google”). This problem, known as “false accepts,” occurs when a device mistakenly interprets background speech as the hot word and begins capturing audio automatically.

Plaintiffs argued these unintended recordings were then sent to Google's servers, violating user privacy. While Google denied wrongdoing, it agreed to a $68 million settlement to avoid the cost and uncertainty of a trial.

Deadline to File a Claim: August 27, 2026

Who Qualifies for a Payment?

The nationwide settlement includes two groups of eligible claimants:

1. Purchaser Class

Anyone who bought a Google-made device with Google Assistant between May 18, 2016 and March 19, 2026 (the date the court granted preliminary approval).

2. Privacy Class

Anyone who used (or lived in a household with) a Google Assistant device during the same period and had their voice recorded or transmitted, even if they did not purchase the device themselves.

How Much Can Claimants Receive?

The settlement uses a points-based payout system:

Device Owners (Purchaser Class)

• Up to 4 points per device, for up to 3 devices
• Estimated payout: $18–$56 per device, depending on the number of approved claims

Privacy-Only Claimants

• 1 point if you didn’t own a device but were recorded
• Estimated payout: $2–$10

How to File a Claim

The court-approved claims website is:

GoogleAssistantPrivacyLitigation.com

Filing Options

You can submit a claim in two ways:

Online - Use the Unique ID and PIN included in your Notice to file quickly.

By Mail - Download and print the claim form from the website, then mail it to the address listed there.

Didn’t Receive a Notice?

You can still file. The claims website includes instructions for people who:

• Did not get a Unique ID and PIN
• Lost their Notice
• Believe they qualify based on device ownership or usage

Payment Methods

During the filing process, you can choose:

• Direct Deposit (ACH)
• Zelle

If Google identified you as a potential class member, your Notice should already contain your Unique ID and PIN.

Deadline to File a Claim: August 27, 2026

References

Here are the sources this summary is based on:

• ClassAction.org — Google Assistant $68M Settlement
• TopClassActions.com — Google Settles for $68M
• Reddit discussion of Reuters coverage

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$2.4 Million Anne Arundel Data Breach Class Action Settlement

If you were a patient or visited Anne Arundel Dermatology, P.A for services, your personal information may have been impacted by a data security incident.

Here's an important class action settlement that resolves claims that unauthorized third parties accessed its systems between February 14, 2025 and May 13, 2025, potentially exposing personally identifiable and protected health information. 

A federal court in Maryland is overseeing the case.

Who’s Included?

You are part of the Settlement Class if you’re a U.S. resident whose personal information – including contact details or health information – was collected by Anne Arundel Dermatology on or before December 9, 2025. There are approximately 1.9 million class members.

What You Could Get

If you qualify and timely submit a valid claim by July 8, 2026, you may be eligible for:

1. Up to $5,000 for documented out-of-pocket losses related to the breach, or

2. A pro rata cash payment (estimated around $100), and

3. Three years of free medical data monitoring services to help protect against identity theft and related issues.

Claim Deadline: July 8, 2026

Opt-Out/Exclusion Deadline: June 9, 2026

Final Fairness Hearing: July 16, 2026 (the court will decide whether to approve the settlement).

 If you do nothing, you won’t get any settlement compensation and will give up certain legal rights related to this case.

File a claim

You should have received an email in early April dated with a claim ID - identifying you as a class member. Go to the official claims site and enter the Notification Claim number and complete the registration and payment forms. 

If you did not get a notification ID, follow the instructions on the claims site.

Go to the official settlement site: 

https://www.AnneArundelPrivacySettlement.com

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GOOGLE ANDROID $135M Class Action Settlement (2026)

 

Payout Updates as of Sept. 9, 2026

Google $135 Million Android Settlement – According to Docket 397 Taylor et al v. Google LLC Filing 397...

Judge Virginia K. DeMarchi granted final approval of the $135 million settlement on August 21, 2026. The court authorized the money to be distributed and moved from the approval phase into the distribution / administration phase.

The attorneys requested $39,825,000, but the judge awarded $28,567,515.70 or 21% of the $135 million settlement fund. The judge also awarded $698,533.60 in court costs and expenses plus $5,000 each to the three named plaintiffs.

Comments: $135,000,000 ÷ 129,000,000+ people is only about $1.04 per person. With substantial expenses and attorney fees, it is estimated by many settlement commentators that payouts will range from $0.64 - $1.04

The court approved September 8, 2026 as the deadline for remaining proof-of-membership and payment-method submissions, after which the settlement administrator, Angeion Group, has 10 days to complete its review. The court ordered the parties to file a post-distribution accounting by November 20, 2026, within 21 days after the review.

https://docs.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/california/candce/5%3A2020cv07956/368692/397

  _________________________________________________________________

 

Millions of Android users may qualify for part of a $135 million Google settlement over claims that Android devices sent background data to Google without user permission, even when phones were idle or on cellular data. Google denies wrongdoing.

Who Is Eligible

If you are a U.S. resident and  used an Android device with cellular data anytime on or after November 12, 2017 up until the Final Approval Hearing on June 23, 2026 (later granted on August 21, 2026) - and you were NOT part of the California-only $350M settlement, then you may be an eligible (approx. 100 million) user of this settlement.

How Much You May Receive

Payouts amounts depend on the number of valid claims, court-approved fees, and final settlement approval. Exact amounts are unknown. 

Settlement Website

The official settlement website is: https://www.federalcellularclassaction.com/

How to Check If You’re Included

The administrator sent notices by email and mail. Some users reported on Reddit that notices were sent around April 6-13, 2026. Others say that notices are still being sent. Contact the Settlement  Administrator at 1-844-655-4255 or email info@federalcellularclassaction.com if you have questions. 

To find the notice, search your email: 

"Class Action Notice of Settlement" 

"Settlement" 

Also, check your spam/Junk folder, promotions tab on Gmail, and old email accounts connected to your Android device. Once you find the email with Notice ID and Confirmation Code - follow the direct claim filing link.

Fill-out forms with your name, address, email, notice ID, and confirmation code. Next, select your payment method: PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH, or virtual card once the settlement is finalized. The entire process takes less than 10 minutes.

Surprisingly, most eligible users will not need to file a formal claim to receive payment.

No Email Received - Here's What You Can Do...

If you did not receive an email, you still may be eligible. Again, check your spam/Junk folder, promotions tab on Gmail, and old email accounts connected to your Android device. Call the settlement administrator to confirm. "This settlement has a known closed class list."

Comments: What you may not know is that Google used its own records of your connected device ID and Google account to generate their fixed list of eligible users. If your Android device's activity wasn't captured, a notice was not sent - regardless of your eligibility.  

Important Date - Final Approval Hearing: June 23, 2026 (later granted on August 21, 2026).

Payments are usually issued weeks/months after final approval.

Find More Open Settlements:

https://www.classaction.org/settlements

Google's $135M Android data settlement... 

https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/android-os/getting-paid-google-starts-settling-usd135m-android-data-case

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GET THE LARGEST TAX REFUND POSSIBLE WITH TURBOTAX! Let TurboTax Handle Your 2025 Taxes (Tax Year 2026)!

 

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Purpose

The purpose of this blog is to help you get started with TurboTax for the first ime. 

• This includes E-filing and setting up direct deposit.
• Absolutely, no paperwork or printing is required to transmit your taxes to IRS when you E-file your return. 
• It takes about 90 minutes to complete a Federal and State return with Standard Deductions for married couple filing jointly. 

Introduction: Why I Use TurboTax
Point #1 - If you go through the hassle of gathering all tax documents and presenting them to a tax agent, why not skip this step and let TurboTax advise you. All you need to do is input your information into the software. Everything is arranged in an easy step-by-step process with QUESTIONS and ANSWERS that require simple YES or NO responses. 

Point #2 - I know many of you don't want to be bothered with tax preparation and many opt for a tax agent to prepare your taxes. Keep in mind that IRS holds you responsible for your return (not the tax preparer). lf IRS finds and error in your reporting, they may elect to fix them. However, major errors or omissions may require a tax amendment which can delay your tax refund by weeks or even a month or more. Let TurboTax guide you through the filing process.

Watch a Step-by-Step YouTube Video - "Guide to Filing a Tax Return" by Smart Family Money

Known Facts About TurboTax...
1.  You do not need a calculator to figure your taxes. 
The software does all calculations automatically.

2.  You do not need to learn tax laws. 
The software includes tax laws in the algorithm when calculating your taxes.

3.  You do not have to worry about lost paperwork. 
You are in charge of your own  paperwork. TurboTax gives you a systematic procedure for adding documents and statements into the software such as: W2's, 1099s, payments for insurance premiums, medical bills, charitable contributions, credits for children and dependents and many other documents for filing your return.

4.  You do not need to gather tax forms. 
TurboTax has all current tax forms from IRS in their database and they are updated constantly over the internet.

5.  Life changing events that affect your finances and tax situations are dealt with first.
Here are major life changing events that TurboTax handles: marital status, major illness, sales of real estate or land, number of dependents, major purchases of energy efficient appliances and devices (like solar panel and EV's), retirement,  lottery winnings, investments, business start-up, business losses and capital gains.

Get Your Paperwork Ready to File

If you want a printed copy of your return - feel free to print all pages of the completed tax return. 

Filing with Intuit TurboTax was easy and saved me lots of time and money. It's guaranteed to do the same for you!

Sign-up today for TurboTax and get the largest maximum refund -  

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WINTER STORM PREP TIPS (Deep South): Don’t Get Caught in the Cold! Jan 23 - Jan 25, 2026

 

I found these tips to help people in Arkansas and other southern states prepare for severe winter weather. This is the shortened version. The full list includes information about vehicle and travel, medical prep, pets and livestock prep, property protection, and what to do after the winter storm.

https://www.wncw.org/2026-01-22/winter-storm-prep-tips

BEFORE THE STORM (24 - 48 HOURS AHEAD)

1. Charge all phones, power banks, tablets, and rechargeable lanterns.
2. Fill vehicle gas tanks in case stations lose power.
3. Get cash in small bills in case card systems go down.
4. Pick up prescriptions and essential medications early.
5. Download movies, books, and maps for offline use.
6. Identify one warm room in the house to “camp out” if power fails.
7. Locate water shut-off valve and breaker box now, not later.
8. Set fridge and freezer to colder settings to hold temperature longer.

Listen Fayetteville Area NOAA Weather Radio WXJ52 https://www.broadcastify.com/webPlayer/30688

Listen Texarkana NOAA Weather Radio WXJ49 https://www.broadcastify.com/webPlayer/35079

WATER AND PIPE PROTECTION

9. Drip faucets on exterior walls when temps drop below freezing.
10. Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air circulation.
11. Disconnect garden hoses from outdoor spigots.
12. Cover outdoor faucets with insulated caps or towels.
13. Know how to shut off water quickly if a pipe bursts.
14. Fill jugs, buckets, or bathtub with water for flushing and washing.  

FOOD AND KITCHEN PREP

15. Keep 3–5 days of no-cook food: peanut butter, tuna, bread, crackers, canned meat, fruit cups.
16. Have manual can opener available.
17. Buy shelf-stable milk or powdered milk if needed.
18. Freeze a few water bottles to act as freezer “ice packs.”
19. Keep a cooler ready to move fridge food outside if power is out and temps are below freezing.
20. Avoid stocking large amounts of perishables right before the storm.  

THV-11 Closings and Delays | Little Rock, Arkansas https://www.thv11.com/closings

KHBS - 40/29TV News Closings & Delays | Rogers, AR NWA River Valley https://www.4029tv.com/weather/closings

KARK 4 News KARK Closings and Delays  | Little Rock, Arkansas https://www.kark.com/weather/closings/

HEAT AND HOME SAFETY

21. Gather extra blankets, sleeping bags, and warm layers.
22. If using a fireplace, confirm chimney is clear and have dry wood.
23. Never run generators or grills inside garages or homes.
24. Test smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
25. Have at least one flashlight per person plus spare batteries.
26. Use battery lanterns instead of candles when possible.

https://www.wncw.org/2026-01-22/winter-storm-prep-tips

NWS Weather Prediction Center Fri Jan 23 2026 Valid 12Z Fri Jan 23 2026 - 12Z Sun Jan 25 2026

...Heavy snow over the Central/Southern Plains and Middle/Lower Mississippi Valley...

 ...Bitterly cold temperatures and dangerously cold wind chills from the Southern Plains to the Northeast...

The system will produce a significant, long-duration winter storm, with widespread heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain from the Southern Rockies to New England, lasting from Friday through Monday. The storm develops heavy snow across a broad region from the Southern Rockies and Plains through the Mid-Atlantic and into the Northeast. 

https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/discussions/hpcdiscussions.php

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2026 MILAN-CORTINA WINTER OLYMPICS - Weekly Schedule, Events, Locations with Full TV / Streaming Guide

Follow all the action!#WinterOlympics pic.twitter.com/tpxbrSAZDW

— Team USA (@TeamUSA) February 22, 2026

Get a Daily Schedule: https://x.com/TeamUSA

https://www.nbcolympics.com/schedule

The Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics represents a unique fusion of modern Italy and ancient history. It features 116 events across 16 sports, hosted across the breathtaking cities of Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo - the first dual-host Winter Games in history.

HOW TO WATCH THE 2026 WINTER OLYMPICS (U.S.)

NBC - Primetime, marquee events, and main 4K stream host

Peacock - Every event live, replays, multi-views

USA Network & CNBC cable: Addtional coverage of team events, hockey, curling...

Telemundo / Universo - Spanish-language coverage

CORD-CUTTER OPTIONS

Peacock (Premium / Premium Plus) - NBC & Peacock most comprehensive 4K HDR stream, historic day coverage with Super Bowl LX Feb 8, 2026 in native 4K 

YouTube TV - 4K HDR available with add-ons

Hulu + Live TV - mostly HD; 4K not supported without add-ons

Sling TV - HD unless 4K channels added via provider

Fubo TV - 4K HDR with appropriate plan and device

DirecTV Stream - dedicated 4K HDR Olympic channels 

EVENT LOCATIONS  - 

MILAN Zone

Figure Skating – Mediolanum Forum

Ice Hockey – Milan Hockey Arena

Short Track – PalaItalia Arena

Speed Skating (Oval)

CORTINA Zone

Alpine Skiing – Cortina slopes

Sliding (Bobsled, Skeleton, Luge) – Eugenio Monti Track

Curling – Cortina Ice Stadium

VALTELLINA Zone

Freestyle Skiing & Snowboarding – Livigno

Ski Mountaineering – Valtellina peaks

ANTERSELVA Zone

Biathlon

Check-out The Olympic Venues - 

https://www.olympics.com/en/milano-cortina-2026/venues

DAILY OLYMPIC WATCH SCHEDULE (ET) 

OPENING WEEK - Feb 6 - 9, 2026 

https://www.nbcolympics.com/schedule

Clip from YouTube by Knowledge Pill

Friday, Feb 6 - Opening Ceremony

12:00 PM ET (LIVE)

Location: Milan & Cortina

Watch: NBC, Peacock

Saturday, Feb 7

Alpine Skiing - Women’s Giant Slalom (Run 1 & 2)

5:00 AM & 8:30 AM ET

Cortina

NBC / Peacock

Short Track Speed Skating - Heats

9:00 AM ET

Milan

USA / Peacock

Men’s Hockey - Opening Games

2:00 PM ET

Milan

USA Network

Sunday, Feb 8

Snowboard Slopestyle - Qualifying

4:00–9:00 AM ET

Livigno

Peacock (exclusive)

Cross-Country - Interval Start Races

7:00 AM ET

Anterselva

NBC / Peacock

Figure Skating - Team Event Begins

1:00 PM ET

Milan

NBC

WEEK 2 - Championship Week (Feb 10 - 16) 

https://www.nbcolympics.com/schedule

Monday, Feb 10 

Figure Skating - Men’s Short Program

1:00 PM ET

NBC / Peacock

Biathlon - Sprint Events

5:00 AM ET

Anterselva

USA / Peacock

Tuesday, Feb 11

Alpine Skiing - Men’s Downhill

6:00 AM ET

Cortina

NBC

Men’s Hockey - U.S. Game (Group Play)

2:30 PM ET

Milan

USA Network

Wednesday, Feb 12

Snowboard Halfpipe - Finals

4:00 AM ET

Livigno

NBC (re-air), Peacock (live)

Pair Skating - Short Program

1:00 PM ET

NBC

Thursday, Feb 13

Women’s Monobob - Heats 1-2

6:00 AM ET

Cortina Sliding Track

USA / Peacock

Figure Skating - Women’s Short Program

12:00 PM ET

NBC

Friday, Feb 14

Skeleton - Men’s Heats

5:00 AM ET

Cortina

Peacock

Cross-Country - Classic Sprint

7:30 AM ET

NBC

Saturday, Feb 15

Men's Hockey - Quarterfinals

10:00 AM ET

NBC / USA

Ice Dance - Rhythm Dance

1:00 PM ET

NBC

Sunday, Feb 16

Alpine Skiing - Women’s Slalom

4:30 AM & 7:30 AM ET

Cortina

NBC / Peacock

Luge - Men’s Singles Final

9:00 AM ET

Peacock

WEEK 3 - Final Week & Closing Games (Feb 17 - 22) https://www.nbcolympics.com/schedule

Monday, Feb 17 

Figure Skating - Women’s Free Skate

12:00 PM ET

NBC

Biathlon - Mass Start

7:00 AM ET

USA Network

Tuesday, Feb 18

Big Air - Men’s & Women’s Finals

3:00–6:00 AM ET

Livigno

Peacock

Wednesday, Feb 19

Hockey Semifinals

10:00 AM ET

NBC

Thursday, Feb 20

2-Woman Bobsled Final

5:00 AM ET

Cortina

USA Network

Friday, Feb 21

Alpine Skiing - Team Event

4:00 AM ET

Cortina

Peacock

Saturday, Feb 22 - Last Day of Events

Cross-Country - 30km Women / 50km Men

3:00-7:00 AM ET

Anterselva

NBC

Men’s Hockey - Gold Medal Game

12:00 PM ET

NBC

Closing Ceremony - Sunday, Feb 22

12:00 PM ET (LIVE)

Milan

NBC / Peacock

 

Clip from YouTube by Knowledge Pill

U.S. TEAM USA - MUST-WATCH STARS

Erin Jackson - Speed Skating (500m)

2022 Olympic Gold Medalist

Event: Women’s 500m

Expected Medal:  Gold contender

Venue: Ice Rink Baselga di Piné

Mikaela Shiffrin -  Alpine Skiing

3-time overall World Cup champion

Events: Slalom, GS, Super-G

Venue: Bormio & Cortina Alpine Venues

Jack Hughes - Ice Hockey

Team USA superstar center

NHL MVP candidate

Venue: Milan Hockey Arena

Kaillie Humphries - Bobsled

2-time Olympic champion

Event: Women’s Monobob

Venue: Cortina Sliding Track

Elana Meyers Taylor - Bobsled

5-time Olympic medalist

Event: 2-Woman Bobsled

Venue: Cortina Sliding Track

Ilia Malinin - Figure Skating

First skater to land the quadruple Axel

Event: Men’s Figure Skating

Venue: Mediolanum Forum (Milan)

Isabeau Levito - Figure Skating

Rising U.S. icon

Event: Ladies’ Singles

Venue: Milan

INTERNATIONAL SUPERSTARS

Jordan Stolz - Speed Skating

Called “The New Bolt on Ice”

Events: 500m, 1000m, 1500m

Yuzuru Hanyu (possible return) - Figure Skating

2-time Olympic champion

If he competes, it becomes the story of the Games.

Mark McMorris - Snowboard Slopestyle

3-time Olympic medalist

Eileen Gu - Freestyle Skiing

Superstar in Superpipe, Big Air, Slopestyle

Johannes Høsflot Klæbo - Cross-Country

Dominant force

At the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, 

Team USA's men's ice hockey squad includes two sets

of brothers: the Tkachuks and the Hugheses. 

As always, the Winter Olympics Games become more than a sporting event - they become a snapshot of human potential. From record-breaking performances on the ice to emotional triumphs on the slopes, each event tells a story of resilience, preparation, and global unity. 

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