Dynasty Derailed

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Still nursing a post-Super Bowl hangover? Don’t worry, we’re covering your Starbucks coffee today—yes, we’re feeling that generous. We're covering the Eagles flying high, basic beige influencers fighting in court, and more. So get your free cup, settle in, and let’s tackle another wild week together. Here we go!

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The pulse of today, in just minutes:

So much for the first NFL three-peat in history. Last night, the Philadelphia Eagles beat Kansas City 40-22, reminding everyone (including Patrick Mahomes) that life comes at you fast. Saquon Barkley quietly set an all-time single-season rushing record, while Jalen Hurts was named MVP and shattered the Super Bowl record with 72 rushing yards.

The Chiefs? Most of the evening, they looked like they forgot to charge up their playoff magic. So, if you missed it, imagine the Eagles flying, the Chiefs flailing, and Philly fans already planning the parade.

Bonus: Here are this year's best (and worst) Super Bowl commercials, and Kendrick Lamar’s history-making halftime show.

Tarrific Storm

The tariff saga just got worse. Donald Trump told reporters on Air Force One he'll slap a 25% tax on all steel and aluminum imports on today. Later this week, Trump says he'll announce his "reciprocal tariffs," matching whatever other countries charge.

There's a lot of worry on the global markets (and in Washington), especially since some old tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada are still in effect. Whatever your views on the import-tax roller coaster, buckle up: It just got a dose of adrenaline.

In Context: To cut waste, Trump orders Treasury to stop minting new pennies.

50 Shades of Off-White

In this legal battle, influencers are not allowed to wear any color. The lawsuit involved two Amazon creators who posted minimalistic "sad beige" home and fashion content. The influencers claimed to have copied one another’s clean-girl aesthetic, from matching hair color to near-identical product hauls. 

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But can you really claim ownership of beige curly chairs and calm lighting? Given the first-of-its-kind lawsuit, the real question might be: Can we get enough monotone minimalism?

Together with Starbucks :)

Starbucks on Us! (Really)

I'm glad you survived the Super Bowl and (probably) too many wings. Starbucks is giving one tall (12-ounce) coffee away today (hot or iced). But there’s a catch: You need Starbucks Rewards to redeem your caffeine prize (don't worry, it's free).

Load up the coupon on the app, or just mention the deal in-store—apparently, Starbucks wants you awake enough to remember your name when they scribble it on the cup. Now, go forth and sip smugly. You’ve earned it.

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📸 Lens to Life

Here are the best photos from the 2025 Super Bowl.

🧮 Core Count: 9

It's the size in feet of the largest bug ever.

.🗓️ Flashback:

60 - It's believed St. Paul was shipwrecked in Malta.

1763 - The Treaty of Paris ended the French-Indian War; France agreed to surrender Canada to Great Britain.

1824 - Simón Bolívar is named dictator by the Congress of Peru.

1906 - In just 100 days, the British battleship HMS Dreadnought was launched, and all other capital ships were rendered obsolete.

1952 - India holds its first general election; Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru remains in power.

I'm glad we could get together here. Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow!

Fatih Taskiran