U.S. Mixed Doubles Curling Team Advances to Gold Medal Match, While Other News Unfolds
MILAN, ITALY - February 9, 2026 - The U.S. mixed doubles curling team, comprised of Korey Dropkin and Cory Thiesse (Girl Cory and Boy Korey), secured a spot in the Olympic gold medal game after a tense semifinal victory over host Italy, 9-8, on Monday night. The win, which saw Dropkin bring some welcome energy to the proceedings, according to Time, comes as other significant events are unfolding globally, including an energy crisis in Cuba and a court decision impacting immigration.
Dropkin's energetic display, a contrast to the typically staid nature of curling, was reminiscent of Pete Weber's iconic outburst in bowling, according to Time. After Thiesse delivered the game-winning shot in the eighth and final end, Dropkin celebrated the victory.
Meanwhile, Cuba is facing a severe energy crisis due to a U.S.-imposed blockade on oil, as reported by Time. The blockade has resulted in rolling blackouts, strained hospitals, and the grounding of jets. Cuban aviation authorities notified international airlines that jet fuel supplies were dwindling, leading to the suspension of refueling services for a month. Air Canada has already suspended its service to the island. This situation follows an executive order signed last month by President Donald Trump, imposing tariffs on countries that sell or provide oil to Cuba, a communist-run nation.
In other news, a court decision is impacting immigration. Two judges on the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, a court dominated by MAGA Republicans, handed the Trump administration broad authority to lock up millions of immigrants, according to Vox.
In the world of sports, Ilia Malinin, the American figure skater, is the heavy favorite to win the gold medal at the Milan Cortina Olympics, according to Vox.
Finally, the copper and aluminum markets have stabilized after a recent surge, influenced by Chinese purchasing, as the country heads into a holiday, according to Bloomberg. This pause in the rally highlights the impact of demand fluctuations from major economies on global commodity markets.
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