NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Thursday, February 19, 2026
Feb 20, 2026
A historic figure skating gold ends a 20-year U.S. medal drought. Intense search and recovery efforts struggle after a deadly avalanche. A high-profile arrest in the U.K. sparks renewed scrutiny. Military buildup near Iran and a tense diplomatic timeline are discussed. Strange and dramatic crime and crash stories add odd twists.
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Historic Comeback Ends U.S. Figure Skating Drought
- Alysa Liu ended a 24-year U.S. drought by winning individual Olympic gold with a flawless comeback performance.
- Her return from retirement highlights comeback potential when preparation and focus align under pressure.
Overtime Heroics Win Women's Hockey Gold
- Megan Keller scored the sudden-death overtime goal to beat Canada in the women's Olympic hockey final.
- Hillary Knight tied the game late in regulation, setting up Keller's dramatic winner in overtime.
Royal Arrest Marks Unprecedented Moment
- Former Prince Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office linked to his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
- The arrest is unprecedented in modern royal history and could still lead to charges despite his release.