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The GrayVine Newsletter Wednesday 01.21.2026

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Wednesday Edition - February 24, 2026

Good morning, Member

Hello, hello, dear GrayViners! How are you doing these days? I’ve been mostly keeping to a familiar rhythm with my morning walks, work, arts in the afternoon, and winding down at night with a book or watching TV. How about you—what’s been filling your days lately? Started a project, enjoying your usual routine, or changing things up? Tell me about your days, and see what your fellow GrayViners have been up to, too!

Ready to crack yesterday’s riddle? It was: What has a ring but no finger?

The answer is a phone! We also accepted a few other clever answers. See if you’re among today’s Riddle Masters—congratulations to our winners!

For your next brain teaser, unscramble this: B L E S I N R E S O P

Send in your answer, and earn a chance to be in tomorrow’s winners list. In today’s news, we’ve got a 2027 COLA prediction, a payout you may qualify for, a recall alert, and more good reads to catch up on. And don’t forget—you can always stop by the forum to see what others are talking about, play a few games, browse deals, or pick up a few money-saving tips along the way. 😊

Emerald — Newsletter Writer


Social Security & MoneyNews & Finance



Breaking News SeparatorEditor's Picks

Everday Help & Smart Savings

Food For Thought

The Year-End Moves No One’s Watching

Markets don’t wait — and year-end waits even less.

In the final stretch, money rotates, funds window-dress, tax-loss selling meets bottom-fishing, and “Santa Rally” chatter turns into real tape. Most people notice after the move.

Elite Trade Club is your morning shortcut: a curated selection of the setups that still matter this year — the headlines that move stocks, catalysts on deck, and where smart money is positioning before New Year’s. One read. Five minutes. Actionable clarity.

If you want to start 2026 from a stronger spot, finish 2025 prepared. Join 200K+ traders who open our premarket briefing, place their plan, and let the open come to them.

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Fun & GamesFun & Games


CrosswordSudokuSolitaireTrivia

Today’s Trivia SeparatorToday’s Trivia

What is the punt in a bottle of wine?

Image source: Engin Akyurt/Pexels

A. the cork

B. the label

C. the bottom dent

D. the spout


Fill in the Blank SeparatorFill In The Blank

"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of ___.”

A. truth

B. others

C. purpose

D. love

Complete this famous quote and send in your answer! Did you crack the last game? See if your name’s in the winners list!


Yesterday’s America SeparatorYesterday’s America

What Was Yours Like?

Image source: Reddit

Most kitchens in the 1970s had a canister set like this sitting right on the counter. Earthy colors, raised designs you could feel with your fingertips, and lids that made a soft clink every time you reached for flour or sugar. These sets weren’t just storage—they were part of the room. Did your kitchen have one like this? We’d love to see yesterday’s America through your stories—share them with us!


Today's (Grand)Dad joke SeparatorToday's (Grand)Dad Joke

One dream, one lucky number, and one very confident bet. The result? Priceless. Make us laugh with your jokes—post it in the forum!


Awww of the day SeparatorAwww Of The Day

Image source: freyathesiberian/Tiktok

Eyes On The Prize

Eyes determined and paws working overtime, this little nugget reaches deeper and deeper for something good. Just one more inch… Is it a snack? A toy? What do you think they were after? Let’s keep the smiles coming—send snaps of your aww-dorable moments our way!


On this day in History SeparatorOn This Day In History - February 24, 2026

1677 - The first known medical publication in America was produced.

1910 - Angel Island opened as a major US port of entry.

What else happened on this day throughout history? Find out here!


Brain TrainingBrain Training


CrosswordSudokuSolitaireTrivia

Fascinating fact of the day SeparatorFascinating Fact Of The Day

Image Source: Reddit


Let's Save - Today's Deals SeparatorLet's Save - Today's Deals

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Portable Electric Heater $29.89 @ Walmart

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Today’s trivia answer: C.

The punt is the indentation at the bottom of a wine bottle.