Saturday, February 28, 2026

Good morning! On this day in 1861, President James Buchanan established the Colorado Territory in response to the significant influx of settlers to the Rocky Mountain region during the Pikes Peak Gold Rush.

Yesterday, we noted that Flyover Florida had achieved record-high readership, and today we're happy to report that The Texas Flyover, our oldest state edition, has also passed a new audience milestone, reaching 450,000 readers every day. If you’re interested in news from and about the Lone Star State and aren’t already a reader, you can subscribe automatically by clicking here.

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Today’s sponsor, Daily Health Digital, explains the “joint drought” Harvard scientists say can dry out your joints from the inside—and how a simple 5-second daily method may help you move more comfortably again.

Editor's note: The United States and Israel launched a joint military operation last night against Iran, striking multiple targets around 9:15 AM local time in Tehran. President Trump confirmed "major combat operations in Iran" in a video posted to Truth Social, and Israeli officials confirmed a preemptive strike. This is a developing story, and you can read the latest updates here.

Trump Bans Anthropic AI After Military Dispute

President Trump on Friday ordered all federal agencies to immediately stop using Anthropic's AI technology, bringing an apparent end to a months-long dispute between the Pentagon and the company over military use of its systems.

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei had refused the Defense Department's demand for unrestricted use of its AI, insisting on safeguards against mass domestic surveillance and fully autonomous weapons, which the company considers firm red lines.

"I am directing EVERY Federal Agency in the United States Government to IMMEDIATELY CEASE all use of Anthropic's technology. We don't need it, we don't want it, and will not do business with them again!" Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social.

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth followed by announcing Friday afternoon that the Pentagon would label Anthropic a supply chain risk to national security. The designation bans any contractor, supplier, or partner of the U.S. military from any commercial activity with Anthropic. Trump said agencies currently using Anthropic have six months to phase it out.

State Farm Sets Record $5B Payback to Customers

State Farm announced it will pay a record $5 billion dividend to auto insurance customers this summer—the largest in the company's 103-year history, covering more than 49 million vehicles nationwide.

Payments to consumers will average about $100 per vehicle, varying by state and premiums paid. Customers don't need to take action—they'll receive a check or email notification for digital payment, not a premium credit.

The dividend stems from stronger-than-expected underwriting performance in 2025. The move follows similar payouts from competitors, including USAA's $3.8 billion and Progressive's $1 billion in dividends to Florida customers only in 2025.

NASA Pushes Back Moon Mission

NASA pushed back its planned manned moon mission, dubbed Artemis, by at least a year to 2028 as it announced a major overhaul of the Artemis moon program on Friday.

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said the revised plan inserts a new Artemis III mission in 2027, where astronauts will dock with commercial landers from SpaceX and/or Blue Origin in low-Earth orbit to test critical systems before attempting a landing.

The restructuring follows a safety panel report warning that the original plan carried too many untested technologies and "firsts" for a single mission, recommending a more balanced risk approach.

Isaacman also announced NASA is aiming for up to two lunar landing missions in 2028, with annual flights thereafter. The last time men walked on the moon was in 1972.

The following stories are featured exclusively on The Flyover Podcast—a daily show that gives you the most important headlines in under 15 minutes, straight from the heart of the country. Clicking the link will take you directly to these stories:

➤ The Pentagon shot down a Customs and Border Patrol drone in Texas after calling it a "seemingly threatening" aircraft. (Hear Details)

➤ NASA said to look west just after sunset tonight to catch a rare six-planet "parade." (Listen Now)

➤ A new report revealed the top 10 most expensive zip codes in America. (Podcast Available)

➤ Former President Bill Clinton told House Oversight lawmakers Friday that he "saw nothing" and "did nothing wrong" in his involvement with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Clinton became the first sitting or former president to give congressional testimony in over 40 years. (More)

➤ Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Israel next week to discuss Iran, Lebanon, and President Trump's Gaza peace plan as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate. (More)

➤ Democrat lawmakers are pushing back on Paramount's winning bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, saying the proposed merger of two major Hollywood studios raises significant antitrust issues. (See Details)

➤ The Supreme Court will hear arguments next week on whether the federal gun ban for marijuana users is unconstitutionally broad, a case affecting 6 million medical cannabis patients banned from owning firearms. (More)

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Why Getting Up From A Chair Gets Harder Each Year (It's Not Age)

How do some folks stay active well into their 70s, 80s, and even 90s... while others find themselves hobbling down stairs or needing to rock back and forth just to get out of a chair?

According to a breakthrough discovery by Harvard University scientists, it comes down to a hidden culprit that dries out your joints from the inside: "joint drought."

When this "drought" is addressed, it not only soothes joint discomfort but makes joints feel younger and more mobile than they have in years. And doing this is surprisingly simple—just 5 seconds a day.

A Boston medical doctor has helped hundreds of thousands of people beat joint drought with this approach. Thousands across the country are reporting remarkable results.

Kay Gilbert from Athens, Alabama says, "I'm 73 and feel like running all over the place again. My kids say I outshop them in Walmart."

Learn More: Why Getting Up Shouldn't Hurt

➤ President Trump will meet with more than 30 major sports figures, including Tiger Woods, Tim Tebow, Nick Saban, NBA commissioner Adam Silver and many others, to discuss the future of college athletics early next week. (More)

➤ Player-voted report cards ranked the Miami Dolphins as the best top-to-bottom organization in the NFL for the third consecutive year, while the Pittsburgh Steelers finished dead last in the survey. (More)

➤ Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel sank his 207th three-pointer of the season against the Pacers, shattering the NBA's record for rookie three-pointers with 22 games remaining. (See Shot)

➤ The NCAA football rules panel proposed a new system on penalties for targeting that would eliminate the next-game suspension for first-time offenders, while increasing consequences for repeat violations within the same season. (More)

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Daily Market Report 02/27/2026

▼	NASDAQ National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations	22,668.21	-0.92%
▼	SPX S&P 500	6,878.88	-0.43%
▼	DJI Dow Jones Industrial Average	48,977.92	-1.05%
▼	BTC Bitcoin	$65,575.90	-2.78%
▲	GOLD Per Ounce	$5,296.40	2.32%
▲	SILVER Per Ounce	$94.41	8.52%
▲	OIL West Texas Intermediate Crude	$67.29	3.19%

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The Real Reason Getting Up From Seats Is So Hard

Harvard scientists discovered a hidden condition called "joint drought" that affects millions of seniors. This silent culprit makes simple movements like standing from a chair increasingly difficult.

Unlike typical "wear and tear," joint drought happens when the lubricating fluid inside your joints literally dries up—especially after long periods of sitting still. When this fluid is depleted, every movement becomes stiff and uncomfortable.

A Boston doctor has helped over 180,000 people address this root cause. Robert from Colorado says, "Back to walking the dog and hiking...at 71 years old!"

Discover How to Beat Joint Drought

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➤ Britain's Green Party dealt Prime Minister Keir Starmer a sharp defeat in a Manchester special election, as eco-populist candidate Hannah Spencer captured a Labour stronghold and rattled Britain's political establishment. (More)

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➤ Neil Sedaka, the pop singer-songwriter behind 1950s and 1960s hits including Oh! Carol, Calendar Girl, and Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen, has died at 86. (More)

➤ Fast-moving storms will bring weekend snow from the Midwest to the Northeast, while the West sees record warmth before colder air returns and heavy rain threatens flooding next week. (More)

➤ Burger King announced the first changes to its signature Whopper in nearly 10 years on Thursday, saying customer and franchisee feedback led to a better-tasting bun, new packaging, and creamier mayonnaise. (See Whopper)

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Yesterday's Results:

Have you ever stepped in to help during a rescue?

No, but I would: 40%
Yes, small role: 25%
Yes, it was intense: 19%
No: 16%

Daily Quote

"It's been mass terror, and we're not gonna put up with it any longer.”

— President Trump, commenting last night on Iran's actions that prompted the American and Israeli military strikes