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February 4, 2026

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The Summit Brief

Finance & Business · Today's edge in wealth & strategy.

Oil Prices Jump to Four-Month High as Iran Tensions Jolt Markets

Oil prices surged to their highest levels since September as markets rapidly repriced geopolitical risk tied to escalating tensions with Iran. Brent crude briefly climbed above $70 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate topped $65, after the Trump administration warned Iran could face military action if it fails to negotiate a new nuclear agreement.

The Breakdown:

Sharp rally: Brent rose as much as 4.3%; WTI gained up to 4.7%
Geopolitical catalyst: U.S. warnings reignited supply disruption fears
Fast repricing: Traders moved quickly to price in risk

The Angle: Oil markets trade on uncertainty, not outcomes. With Middle East tensions flaring, prices are reacting to risk long before any barrels are actually lost.

Above The Fold

News & Media · The signal through the noise.

New Institute Commits $50 Million to Female Athlete Injury Research

A newly launched research institute is investing $50 million to study injury prevention in female athletes, aiming to help women compete longer and more safely. Experts say the funding addresses long-standing gaps in sports science.

Ukraine Receives 1,000 Fallen Soldiers in Exchange With Russia

Ukraine has received the bodies of 1,000 soldiers in the latest exchange with Russia, officials confirmed. The transfer highlights the human toll of the ongoing war as negotiations continue over prisoners and remains.

Flooding in Southern Africa Raises Crocodile Danger

Severe flooding across South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe has killed more than 100 people and displaced hundreds of thousands. Authorities are warning residents to beware of crocodiles displaced into populated areas.

The Horizon

Where culture meets the edge of tomorrow.

Grammy Tribute & Fairy-Tale Twist

Lauryn Hill is set to lead a special Grammy tribute honoring Roberta Flack and D'Angelo, returning to the awards stage decades after her historic 1999 sweep. The performance will celebrate both an inspiration and a longtime collaborator.

Netflix also revealed that Bridgerton Season 4 will unfold as a Cinderella-inspired retelling, adapted from Julia Quinn's novel An Offer from a Gentleman. The season follows Benedict Bridgerton as he falls for a maid named Sophie, with episodes released in two parts.

Peak Condition

Health & Fitness · Your performance edge.

How to Build Explosive Power Without Sacrificing Size

Explosive power comes from rate of force development—the ability to produce force quickly. Many lifters train only for hypertrophy, losing athleticism over time. Power training enhances speed, coordination, and nervous system efficiency while preserving or even enhancing muscle growth.

Incorporate plyometrics, Olympic lift variations, sprints, and medicine ball throws. Use light-to-moderate loads moved explosively (30–60% 1RM). Pair power work with traditional strength and hypertrophy training. The result: fast, strong, athletic muscle—not just big muscle.

The Climb

Vertical moves for your mind & career

The Power of Constraints: Creating With Less

Constraints fuel creativity. When resources are limited, your brain finds unconventional solutions. Research from Harvard shows creativity increases when people face structured constraints. Limitations force clarity and focus.

Use constraints intentionally: set deadlines, reduce tools, limit options, or define strict rules for a project. Treat constraints as creative allies, not obstacles. You'll produce sharper, more innovative work with less friction.

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Elevation Essentials

Life Systems · Small moves, massive returns.

Phone Settings You Should Change Right Now for Better Focus

Your phone is designed to distract you—but a few setting tweaks can give you hours of focus back.

	Disable badges — Stop notification anxiety
	Turn off lock screen previews — Reduce glances
	Use Focus mode — Block apps during work hours
	Limit home screen apps — Keep only essentials

Pro Tip: Turn off vibrations; silence is quieter than buzzing.

Uncharted Terrain

Travel & Exploration · Beyond your current elevation.

DAY 2 - TIME CAPSULE: Polynesian Navigators to French Rule

Polynesians reached Tahiti around 300 AD, navigating thousands of miles using stars, swells, and seabirds in double-hulled canoes. They established a complex society with chiefs, priests, and the marae—sacred stone temples still visible today. European contact came in 1767 when Captain Wallis arrived, followed by Captain Cook in 1769. The most famous visitor? HMS Bounty in 1788—the mutiny happened after Fletcher Christian fell for Tahitian life.

France annexed Tahiti in 1880, making it a colony until 2004 when it became an overseas collectivity. The darkest chapter: 193 nuclear tests on Moruroa and Fangataufa atolls from 1966-1996, consequences still debated today. The Tahitian language nearly disappeared under French assimilation but is experiencing revival. Today, 70% speak Tahitian, and traditional practices like tattooing (the word "tattoo" comes from Tahitian "tatau"), dance, and navigation are reclaiming prominence. The culture survived colonialism—barely—and now thrives with fierce pride.

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