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Falcons land WR help in 2027 NFL mock draft from CBS Sports
Falcons take 6-foot-3 Texas WR in 2027 NFL mock draft from CBS Sports
Fall Coaches Kick-Off 2026-2027 Season on Fall Sports Media Day
Wheeling, W. Va. - Since the Wheeling Men's Golf team finished up NCAA DII National Championship play in May, the Wheeling University Athletic Department has been preparing for the start of the 2026-2027 season. Monday would serve as the unofficial kickoff of the 26-27 campaign, when all the Wheeling Fall Sports Coaches came together for the second annual Fall Sports Media Day. Each of Wheeling's 10 fall sports programs were represented by their seven head coaches, as they previewed the action to come this season.
You can still get into Tame Impala’s sold-out TD Bank shows for under $200
Tame Impala will play TD Bank in Boston on Tuesday, July 28 and Wednesday, July 29.
Samsung’s entire 2027 Galaxy flagship lineup leaks with TriFold return, more
A reliable source has just detailed Samsung’s entire 2027 lineup of flagship Galaxy phones, which includes the return of a...
International Fellows explore AI, science, and policy in Pittsburgh
The U.S. Army War College International Fellows Class of 2027 visited Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh to hear from experts on artificial intelligence, software engineering, public policy and science, with a focus on how research and innovation support military leadership and decision-making.
K-pop Fanomenon awards show in Seoul aims to generate $680 million
A Culture Ministry-backed 11-day event led by Korea’s four biggest agencies will debut in 2027, with awards honoring fandoms and a projected economic impact approaching 1 trillion won.
PlayStation makes a mockery of Xbox's multi-plat push by dropping God of War one day before Fable — Microsoft is helping advertise the fact PS5 has more content.
Microsoft's lack of faith in its own platforms gets a shiny new spotlight in February 2027, as Sony confirms a tentpole exclusive will go head to head with Xbox's own contribution to PS5.
Chipotle opens first restaurant in Mexico as global expansion accelerates
The fast-casual chain opened its first restaurant in Mexico this month and plans additional locations in Nuevo León before expanding into Mexico City in 2027.
Apple Planning to Unveil Privacy-Focused Smart Glasses at WWDC 2027
Apple currently plans to unveil its first smart glasses at WWDC 2027 next June, and privacy will be a focus, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. For the glasses, Apple is prototyping "a slew of new hardware and software-related privacy features" that are not available on current products, he said.
Round Up: Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold Extended Teaser Revealed, New Job And Crossover Raid Series Announced
Launching January 2027
iPhone 18 Release Date: Spring Delay Boosts Autumn iPhone 18 Pro Sales
Apple’s delay of the iPhone 18 release until spring 2027 forces buyers to choose between maintaining older hardware or jumping straight to the AI-ready iPhone 18 Pro.
Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold expansion extended teaser trailer and latest details, Switch 2 version launches August 4
Square Enix released a five-minute extended teaser trailer and new details for Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold, the patch 8.0 expansion for Final Fantasy XIV due out in January 2027, as well as announc…
Pennsylvania ACA health insurers propose double-digit premium increases for 2027
Nearly all health insurance companies that sell individual plans on Pennsylvania’s Affordable Care Act marketplace are asking for average premium increases ranging from 10.5% to as high as 41%
'MacBook Ultra' Coming Soon With These 12 New Features
Apple's first high-end MacBook redesign in five years is expected to arrive in the near future, bringing a run of firsts to the Mac. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman expects the laptop to arrive between late 2026 and early 2027, with the later window now looking more likely owing to the global memory chip shortage. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo expects mass production to begin by late 2026.
Next Kratos-Led God of War Game Is Coming After Laufey, and Connects Directly to Her Story
Santa Monica Studio head of creative Cory Barlog has announced that the next Kratos-led God of War game is coming after God of War Laufey, and connects directly to her story.
2027 NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report: Jyaire Hill, CB, Michigan
A new report in our final position of the summer is live as we look at Michigan's Jyaire Hill.
Top entertainment headlines with Studio 13 Live
Bender dives into the top entertainment headlines for Friday, July 24, beginning with Chris Brown pleading guilty to a fight in a London nightclub, KJ Apa opening up about his road to sobriety, the announcement of the "Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2027" and more.
Shemaroo Entertainment Ltd (BOM:538685) Q1 2027 Earnings Call Highlights: Navigating Challenges ...
Shemaroo Entertainment Ltd (BOM:538685) reports significant EBITDA improvement despite revenue decline, focusing on digital growth and operational efficiencies.
Where Notre Dame’s 2027 class ranks after Brayden Parks commitment
Notre Dame got a commitment from 2027 DT Brayden Parks and is now closing hard on the top 2027 recruiting class in the country.
Requested 2027 Affordable Care Act rate increases average 17.1% in Pennsylvania
Health insurers serving Pennsylvanians with coverage under the Affordable Care Act are proposing to increase premiums by an average of 17.1% for individuals...
NYC grocery pilot faces questions of competition
The winning operator will be selected by spring 2027.
Aston Martin’s New Stunning GT Will Even Make 007 Come out of Hibernation
Aston Martin reveals its new exclusive set of limited-production Vanquish models, all to commemorate the model's 25th anniversary.
Pennsylvania ACA health insurers propose double-digit premium increases for 2027
The total average premium rate increase request in the individual market is 17%. Some insurers like Ambetter are requesting an average increase of 40%.
HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME CLASS OF 2027 ANNOUNCED BY WALK OF FAMERS MING-NA WEN AND SHEILA E.
A new group of entertainment professionals in the categories of Motion Pictures, Television, Live Theatre/Live Performance, Radio, Recording and Sports Entertainment have been selected to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame by the Walk of Fame Selection Committee of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.
Medicare 2027 Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule
Policies with Potential to Improve Health Care Affordability for Patients and Taxpayers
The Morning Show heads off into the night.
Apple announced that one of its biggest early hits will be coming back for a fifth and final season in 2027. The Morning Show premiered alongside Apple TV as one of its prestige plays, with a notably star-studded cast. The news comes the same day Apple announced a new dating series. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/072226_The_Morning_Show_Fifth_Final_Season_Announcement_Big_Image_02.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
Critics Choice Association launches Creator Awards to honor podcasters, streamers, and digital storytellers
The new ceremony will celebrate podcasters, digital series, and social creators, with the first winners revealed in April 2027.
Save the Date for the 2027 Greater Baton Rouge State Fair. See when, where.
Get ready for 11 days of family fun and entertainment.
Broncos select Georgia safety in 2027 NFL mock draft
PFN has the Broncos selecting a Georgia defensive back in their early 2027 NFL mock draft.
FAU College of Business Earns Top 20 Online MBA Ranking
Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business advanced to No. 18 in the top 20 schools for online MBA programs, according to The Princeton Review, up from No. 36 the previous year.
MacBook Neo 2: Here's everything we know so far
Apple's next MacBook Neo is reportedly coming in 2027 with the better performance, new colors, and more. Here's everything we know.
HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME CLASS OF 2027 TO BE ANNOUNCED BY WALK OF FAMERS MING-NA WEN AND SHEILA E. AND HOLLYWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESIDENT & CEO RON FRIERSON DURING LIVE PRESS CONFERENCE AT FUNKO HOLLYWOOD
A new group of 32 entertainment professionals in the categories of Motion Pictures, Television, Live Theatre/Live Performance, Radio, Recording, and Sports Entertainment have been selected to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Governor Healey announces $72 million in health care savings for 2027
Gov. Maura Healey announced today that the Massachusetts Division of Insurance has secured a projected $72 million in health care premium savings for residents and businesses in 2027.
The Legend of Zelda Officially Returns With New Release Spring 2027
Nintendo might be working hard on The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, but another new release has been announced for Spring 2027.
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s trial set to begin in June 2027
The criminal trial of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife is scheduled to begin on June 1, 2027, a federal judge said Wednesday.
2027 NFL Draft Rankings: Quarterback
Arch Manning and Dante Moore headline what should be a talented and promising quarterback class in the 2027 NFL Draft.
SSM Health to build $42 million senior living campus on Fond du Lac’s east side
SSM Health plans to break ground in early 2027 and be open to residents in 2028.
As Massachusetts codifies science of reading, experts expect results to take a few years
The state’s law takes effect in 2027-28, but one former state education chief doesn’t expect meaningful performance data until three years later.
At NVIDIA, Kshitiz Khatri Is Learning the Business Behind AI
At NVIDIA this summer, Kshitiz Khatri (Class of 2027) is getting a close-up look behind the answer box in between his first and second year at The University of Virginia Darden School of Business.
Orioles-Red Sox rained out
Tuesday's game between the Orioles and Red Sox was postponed because of rain, delaying Boston's pursuit of a franchise record-tying 15th straight victory.
Flyers Have Clear New Free Agent Target for 2027 Offseason
Millions Ask ChatGPT For Health Advice. Stanford Chose A Specialist
Stanford doctors chose a purpose-built AI over the famous models. Gartner says half of business AI will be specialized by 2027. Buy for the job, not the name.
Nominate your business for Best Places to Work 2027
Nominate your Madison-area workplace to be considered for Best Places to Work 2027!
iPhone 18 Rumor Check: 20 Claims Ranked by Likelihood
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models and its first foldable iPhone are less than two months away from being unveiled, with the standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, and iPhone Air 2 expected to follow in spring 2027 as part of the company's new split-launch strategy. We've looked back at everything we know so far, and ranked the most consistent rumors, followed by the more speculative ones.
Mercedes reveals ultra-luxe SUV and U.S. studio for custom vehicles
The automaker pulled the wraps off a 2027 Mercedes-Maybach GLS and introduced American customers to its Manufaktur customization program.
The Bull Case For Accel Entertainment (ACEL) Could Change Following Guidroz’s Promotion To COO
Accel Entertainment, Inc. recently reshuffled its leadership, promoting Toucan Gaming CEO Stan Guidroz to Chief Operating Officer effective July 14, 2026, while President Mark Phelan relinquished the COO title and Chief Compliance Officer Derek Harmer prepared to transition into a compliance committee role in 2027. This move elevates an executive with deep Louisiana gaming and acquisition experience to oversee day-to-day operations across Accel’s markets, potentially influencing how the...
The New Mercedes-Maybach GLS Debuts With More Power, Better Style
The 2027 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 680 now makes 603 horsepower. It goes on sale later this year.
Margaritaville Ball Drop 2027 Gala Megawatt Entertainment
Welcome NYE 2027, view the ball drop at a tropical paradise gala at Margaritaville Times Square Hotel, a family-friendly event with VIP amenities
The Princeton Review recognizes School of Business MBA as among the nation’s best
The Princeton Review has once again named the Clark University School of Business one of the nation’s outstanding business schools, and recognized the school’s students as among the most competitive.
Wheeling Athletics Set to Host 2nd Annual Fall Sports Media Day July 27th
Wheeling, W. Va. - With the 2026-2027 season right around the corner, the Wheeling University Athletic Department is making its final preparations for fall camp. On Monday, July 27, each of the department's fall sport head coaches will take the podium for the second annual Fall Sports Media Day. Each coach will give a season preview as fans get ready to cheer on the Cardinals in 2026-2027.
Intel Xeon 6 Leaps To 8000 MT/s Memory Now, But The Real Payoff Waits For 8800 MT/s MRDIMM In 2027
Intel introduces 8000 MT/s DDR5 RDIMMs for Xeon 6 CPUs, boosting memory speed by 25% and offering a 20% increase in total memory bandwidth.
2027 SEC Media Day location and dates revealed
Fans still have to get through the 2026 edition of SEC Media Day, but we know where and when the 2027 version will take place.
As Budget Cuts Loom, French Theater Turns Up the Political Heat
This year’s Avignon Festival has transformed into a staging ground for protests, defiant new works and some early 2027 presidential campaigning.
Which Running Backs Will Outperform Their Fantasy Football ADP?
With the 2026-2027 NFL campaign drawing near, fantasy football managers are eagerly waiting for draft season to begin. And every year, many wonder which running backs are going to be the key to their fantasy team. With that said, there are several halfbacks that are flying under the radar on most draft boards, with many […] The post Which Running Backs Will Outperform Their Fantasy Football ADP? appeared first on The Lead.
Telemundo adds UEFA Champions League rights in multiyear deal
With a record-breaking World Cup drawing to a close on Sunday, Telemundo is announcing its next step in soccer broadcasting. The NBCUniversal-owned network announced on Sunday that it has secured exclusive U.S. Spanish-language broadcast rights for all UEFA men’s club competitions, including Champions League, for three years beginning with the 2027-28 season. Currently, U.S. Spanish-language…
Poll: Favorite World Cup Fans
After Sunday’s World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, it’s likely that soccer will go back to being a secondary sport here in the United States. Sure, there will be excitement in 2027 for the Women’s World Cup, but that’s happening in Brazil. There will be coverage of the U.S. women’s team, but not nearly as much interest in games not involving the USWNT.
Florida Loses 4-Star Defender to Bitter SEC Rival
Elite safety Adryan Cole chooses home-state Georgia over Gainesville, testing the Florida Gators' top-10 recruiting class as the fierce SEC battle for secondary dominance intensifies for 2027.
Arkansas basketball adds to 2026-2027 roster with one reclassification
One down, one to go, for John Calipari.
The Cubs unveil the 2027 All-Star Game logo
The Cubs had a pre-game ceremony that honored the team’s history.
Everyone’s Watching Women’s Sports – The ESPYs Breakthrough Award Proved It
Olympic Champion Alysa Liu won the 2026 ESPY Best Breakthrough Athlete award, marking a historic five-year win streak for female athletes in an evolving sports industry.
Michigan health insurers seek large rate hikes for 2027
The proposed rate hikes are slightly smaller than last year's, but still in the double-digits for many plans.
Anaheim’s 100-acre, $5 billion entertainment district reveals first 6 kitchen concepts for its massive new food hall opening in early 2027
The two-story Katella Commons will eventually house 21 kitchens, bringing Michelin-recognized chefs to the Honda Center plaza.
Only 10 blue-chip prospects remain uncommitted in 2027 cycle
The summer is now the heart of the recruiting cycle. Prospects are eager to lock up their spots in a class and coaching staffs want to lock down pledges as best they can. That’s led to a majority of the meat coming off the bone during official visits and the offseason. While some will decommit […]
CT early childhood educators eligible for new health insurance subsidy in 2027
Many early childhood educators in Connecticut will soon be eligible for help from the state to pay for health insurance.
CT early childhood educators are eligible for a new health insurance subsidy in 2027
An estimated 5,600 of Connecticut's 31,000 early care and education workers don't have health insurance, according to a recent study by Access Health CT.
SEC football recruiting rankings after Niko Kampas' commitment
Updated 2027 SEC football recruiting rankings after Niko Kampas commits to Tennessee.
5 Big Changes Reportedly Coming To The iPad Lineup By 2027
Apple's iPad line-up is slated to get some major changes with its 2027 releases, including upgraded accessories and the long-awaited Siri AI.
Iowa health insurers propose premium increases for ACA customers
Iowa health insurance companies are proposing another round of premium increases for Affordable Care Act customers in 2027.
Pa. Rep. Jordan Harris, Sen. Joe Picozzi talk Pa. state budget
Pennsylvania State Representative Jordan Harris and Senator Joe Picozzi discuss the 2026-2027 Pennsylvania state budget.
Bethesda Reveals Roadmap: The Elder Scrolls 6, Fallout 5, Obsidian's New Fallout Game, Several Remaster Projects, and More All Confirmed
Bethesda Game Studios has laid out its roadmap for the foreseeable future. It includes The Elder Scrolls 6, Fallout 5, a new Fallout game from Obsidian, multiple other Fallout projects, several remaster projects, and a live "Fallout Day" in Washington, D.C. in 2027.
Hattiesburg lands Mississippi Soccer Association State Cup, strengthening reputation as a sports tourism destination
City and tourism leaders say years of investment in athletic facilities and partnerships are paying off as Hattiesburg prepares to host the Mississippi Soccer Association State Cup for the first time in 2027.
Salt Lake City Awarded 2027 College Championships
Colorado Springs, Colo. (July 16, 2026)—The 2027 USA Ultimate College Championships have been awarded to Salt Lake City, the national governing body for the
Exclusive: Intel Core Ultra 400 "Nova Lake" to feature new branding
Intel is preparing new Core Ultra Series 4 branding for its Nova Lake desktop processors. Internal embargo windows point to a staggered release throughout 2027.
Jayla Forbes, No. 13 girls' 2027 recruit, commits to Texas
Jayla Forbes, the No. 13 player and second-ranked post in the girls' SC Next class of 2027, has committed to Texas.
Union City High School offers all-sports pass for 2026-2027 school year
The Union City High School Principal and Athletic Director, Jacob Cross, is offering a special deal for Golden Tornado fans this year.
Apple Readies OLED iPad Mini, With Low-End and Air Updates Coming in 2027
Apple Inc. is preparing to introduce its biggest overhaul to the iPad mini in half a decade, giving new life to a product that’s popular with travelers and technology enthusiasts.
Hasbro announces new partnership with Nintendo for Zelda toys
Today, Hasbro announced a new licensing partnership with Nintendo for toys based on The Legend of Zelda. The collaboration begins in 2027. We should be getting our first look at what’s planned very soon. At San Diego Comic Con, three 6″ scale figures will be revealed. Comic Con takes place between July 23 and July 26. Billy Lagor, President Toys...
Champions of Potomac River mussels summon a ‘science barge’
The Potomac Riverkeeper Network has expanded its mussel-growing operation on the Potomac River with what the group is calling a “science barge.”
California employer health premiums will cost as much as a new car in 2027
Employers are bracing for what could be the highest rise in health insurance premiums in 16 years, driving up the cost of family coverage in California to more than $30,000.
California employer health premiums will cost as much as a new car in 2027
Employers are bracing for what could be the highest rise in health insurance premiums in 16 years, driving up the cost of family coverage in California to more than $30,000.
Engineering Analysis Finds Portions of Business Block Ruins Are Safe to Be Preserved - Palisadian-Post
At least a portion of the standing ruins of the historic Business Block building is safe to be preserved, and consequently needs not be demolished, according to the results of a structural engineering analysis commissioned by the office of Los Angeles City Councilwoman Traci Park. The report found that approximately half of what remains of… Keep reading
2027 Princeton Review MBA Rankings: Best Business Schools For Careers, Culture & Curriculum
The Princeton Review evaluates MBA program across 18 categories include Faculty, Administration, Campus, Outcomes, Consulting, and Finance.
2027 Princeton Review MBA Rankings: Best Business Schools For Careers, Culture and Curriculum
The Princeton Review evaluates MBA program across 18 categories include Faculty, Administration, Campus, Outcomes, Consulting, and Finance.
Two Key Oklahoma Baseball Players to Return for 2027 Season
The Oklahoma Sooners received much-needed news for their 2027 lineup, as they will return two major hitters from the 2026 national championship team
CMS proposes Medicare payment cuts in 2027—physician groups pledge to bring about change
Cardiologists received a nice bump in pay in 2026 thanks to a one-time 2.5% conversion factor increase. That expires at the end of the year, however, and physicians will see their payments decrease as a result.
The States Try to Topple WarnerMount…Thus Begins the Local Antitrust Era
(Welcome to the “Most Important Story of the Week”, my bi-weekly strategy column analyzing the most important (but often not buzziest) news story of the last two weeks. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. Please subscribe.) Well, it looks like it’s time for another strategy column. Can I finally avoid writing about M&A? No, it seems I cannot. Admittedly, I’m a week early with this column, since I usually put it out every other week. But this news couldn’t wait. This will make three “Most Important Stories” in a row with a merger or acquisition as its centerpiece. First, Roku-Fox (an acquisition), then Comcast-NBCUniversal (a divestment!), and now the State AGs and the WGA’s lawsuits against Paramount’s pursuit of Warner Bros. Discovery (antitrust). M&A is usually the “most important” topic any given week, simply because a giant company merging or breaking up (or preventing those outcomes) can have the biggest impact on the streaming board. If you think about these companies as players in a game, changing the number of players is one of the biggest changes you can make. I shouldn’t really complain, either, since this lawsuit is very good news for customers and suppliers (econ speak for talent, workers and indie studios in Hollywood). So let me answer some questions about this potential trial, along with (shudder) making some heavily caveated predictions. I’ll also look at whether Hollywood must consolidate, whether or not the states can win, trouble at X-Box, Netflix’s YouTube binge, and more. Plus, I have five images that visualize this merger and the harm, including three brand new data looks you’ve never seen before. Subscribe Most Important Story of the Week - Can The States and the WGA Stop Hollywood’s Consolidation (Crisis)? If every other newsletter and news outlet is writing about the same story, I try to avoid writing about it as well, but I can’t ignore a story this consequential. The story of the last year was the fate of Warner Bros. Discovery, and this development potentially extends that saga into 2027. As I tried to figure out my angle, I realized, like my last column, I’m again faced with a series of questions. These questions, though, are much more forward-looking. Will the states win? Will the WGA win? If so, what happens to Warner Bros. Discovery? Either way, will this chill the market for future mergers? So you know what that means: predictions. About the future, no less, the hardest thing to predict.1 Just remember: nothing here comes with a guarantee. And the more confident someone is in their predictions, the less you should trust them. This situation is incredibly fluid, nuanced, uncertain and tenuous. So let’s try to explain what may happen. Question: Why File this Lawsuit? I’ll admit, a few months back, I was fairly pessimistic about the fate of this lawsuit. Rumors had started bubbling up that the state Attorneys General (in particular California) wanted to settle with either some minor divestments (usually CNN) or behavioral remedies. And that tracked for me: the states usually settle lawsuits, like the recent John Deere right-to-repair suit. Yet, they plan to fight this. (As they did the LiveNation-Ticketmaster monopolization trial and the Nexstar-Tegna merger.) Honestly, that also makes a ton of sense. Frankly, this move is just good politics for these State AGs. Most are still running for higher and higher office in blue states—some folks have emphasized that only Democratic AGs joined this suit, but given the Ellison/Trump ties, and fears of retribution, that tracks—and a high profile case like this will help them move up the electoral ladder, especially since Paramount and its leadership (the Ellisons, father and heir) have sided with the other side of the political aisle. That makes them unsympathetic to Democratic voters and Hollywood workers in particular. Why did this lawsuit happen? In addition to the very real concerns about industry consolidation, this is why. That said, I don’t think we would have seen this lawsuit for Netflix and Warner Bros., simply because they’re more sympathetic and aligned with Democrats. But those consolidation concerns are real. The “town”—meaning Hollywood and such—really is seeing the damage of mergers on this industry. That’s why the WGA also filed its own lawsuit in defense of workers as well. (Wildcard: What about Europe? Will they try to stop the deal, too? There have been some rumors out of the UK they may try to fight the deal, and UK enforcers just stopped a Getty Images-Shutterstock tie up, so there is precedence. This argument could go either way, though. On one hand, the EU doesn’t need to step in, cause they states are handling it. On the other hand, this could make the EU’s case easier. Just imagine if both sides coordinated. I’ll simply say, “We’ll see!”) Question: Will The State AGs or the WGA Win? Can the state AGs play David to Paramount-Skydance’s Goliath here? That’s really the whole thing, isn’t it? If you know this result, you could make a lot of money. When things are uncertain, it’s tempting to shrug and say, “Eh” meaning it’s a 50/50 proposition. I wouldn’t, though. When in doubt, you should expect that the merging parties succeed. AT&T did successfully buy Warner Bros., after all, and Disney bought Fox without any challenges. Many judges are extremely sympathetic to mergers, and I’d bet the state AGs get a judge who will allow the merger. (Even Obama-appointed judges often allow mergers.) As I understand it, we’ll see two main attacks. First, theatrical films. The AGs are arguing that, when it comes to share of box office and the number of both “wide releases” and blockbuster (or “tentpole”) films, the merging parties will have over 27% market share. Now, the Supreme Court once ruled from on high that any merger that exceeds 30% is presumptively illegal, but that’s guidance, not an ironclad bar. Still, the states will have to argue that this is close to having too much power, and with that power, this will likely further worsen the theater/studio splits in particular. Indeed, as Matthew Stoller pointed out, “just five studios are responsible for 95% of all blockbusters; if this merger goes through, then Paramount and Disney will control 60% of that.” So yes, movie studios will be very concentrated after this merger. Want me to visualize some of that? Well, here’s the share of films that grossed over $200 million at the domestic box office since 2022. (Note: this isn’t all films released in over 3,000 screens, but it is a good look at market power.) First, here are the 43 films by studio: Notice all the blue (Disney), orange (Universal), and purple (Warner Bros)? Yeah, those studios are powerful, and this combines Paramount with one of them. Here’s the look by studio and share of the films that grossed over $200 million: Now, if you look at that and also think, “Huh, should we break up Disney?” I’m with you. I’ve seen some folks poo-poo this idea that this is a real category, but it is! For an upcoming article, I’ve been pulling data on the share of top 100 films at the box office as a share of total box office, and it’s massive. Here’s the chart: (This analysis looks at The-Number’s top 100 films and total domestic box office each year.) To be clear, tentpoles make up 80.7% of the box office each year, so I do think it’s a genuine market. (To be clear, films grossing over $50 million make up 80% of the domestic box office, and films grossing over $100 million make up 64.1%.) I mean, the top 100 films at the box office make up 95% of each year’s grosses. Worse, the combined studios will likely cut output to flex that market power. Everyone can just look at what happened to Disney and Fox to see the precedent. (With fewer films, the remaining theaters have to give more for those few films that remain.) Here’s an image I’ve used a lot, the share of wide-release films from Disney and Fox over time: The AGs will also argue that this consolidation will also impact the cable industry. In this case, the consolidation is actually worse, but that environment is…complicated. Paramount will argue that the cable industry is shrinking. That said, predictions that cable will “go to zero” also don’t look very well supported by the data, as the declines are shrinking, meaning “cable” or “vMVPDs” will likely stabilize at some point. Can the state Attorneys General win on those two main arguments? I honestly don’t know. Again, I’d bet no, since history in general supports that, but it depends on the judge/jury and how they interpret the arguments. Notably, Paramount won’t face accusations about monopoly power in other areas, like streaming, news, sports rights, or vertical integration. I tend to disagree with leaving out sports rights, but I also see the appeal for a simpler case. The states also aren’t really pushing novel theories about labor harm either, which should help. (By the way, Sean McNulty at The Ankler wrote a great run through of potential options, and Capitol Forum also wrote a great paper on theatrical consolidation. Both these pieces predated the lawsuit. Matthew Stoller is also out with his analysis of the pros and cons of the case too.) In some ways, the WGA’s case is even stronger. Quoting Sean McNulty’s summary: “The WGA is citing WARNAMOUNT as crossing a 30% market share in multiple sectors, a number that the Supreme Court has precedent for deeming “presumptively anticompetitive” in a market. According to the WGA numbers, WARNAMOUNT would have represented: - 35% of film writing jobs between 2021 and 2024 - 36% of TV writing projects between 2022 and 2025 - 38% of overall deals between 2021 and 2024” Notably, antitrust enforcers did win recently in the Penguin-Simon & Schuster merger by focusing on labor impact, so don’t count this thinking out. (Wildcard: Will the states try to get a jury trial? Most likely no, they’ll let a judge handle it. If I’m them, though, I’d try to put this in front of a jury. Juries tend to understand monopoly power in a more realistic way than judges faced with legions of economists.) Question: What if They Win? What if They Lose?
University of Michigan’s David C. Miller chosen to succeed Jeff Balser as Vanderbilt Health’s President and CEO and Dean of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
David C. Miller, MD, MPH, Chief Executive Officer of Michigan Medicine and Executive Vice President for Medical Affairs for the University of Michigan, has been chosen as the next President and CEO of Vanderbilt Health and Dean of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Miller will assume the role at Vanderbilt on Jan. 1, 2027.
NC State Health Plan adds Duke Health to its access tier, meaning members will pay more for WakeMed
The State Health Plan's board last week approved tiered benefits beginning in 2027.
Phone maker OnePlus says it won't release new phones in the U.S. and Europe
OnePlus could also wind down its operations in India by 2027.
Phone maker OnePlus reportedly plans to wind down US and Europe operations
OnePlus could also wind down its operations in India by 2027
Two Triangle hospital systems considered for key State Health Plan status. Who got it?
Duke Health and WakeMed were under consideration for the plan’s new access tier as officials worked to finalize the 2027 network.
Duke Health to Continue Caring for State Health Plan Members Under New Access Provider Network
DURHAM, N.C. — Duke Health has been selected as an Access Provider in the North Carolina State Health Plan’s new tiered provider network for 2027, ensuring state employees and their families can continue receiving care through Duke beginning January 1, 2027.
Kenya's 'political gangs' fuel election fears
Violent disruptions of political and civic events are raising concerns about the use of hired gangs as Kenya heads toward elections in 2027.
Peace Center 2026-27 schedule includes neo-soul, gravity-defying shows
Shows for the upcoming Peace Center season will run from Sept. 2, 2026 through June 2, 2027.
Peace Center 2026-27 schedule includes neo-soul, gravity-defying shows
Shows for the upcoming Peace Center season will run from Sept. 2, 2026 through June 2, 2027.
Forrester’s 2027 Budget Planning Guides: After A Year Of Caution, Business And Tech Leaders Are Ready To Invest Again
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 15, 2026--According to Forrester’s (Nasdaq: FORR) 2027 Budget Planning Guides, business and technology leaders are approaching 2027 with renewed confidence as they increasingly accept volatility as a permanent feature of the business environment. After a year of more cautious spending, more than 80% of leaders expect their budgets to increase over the next 12 months, with as many as one-quarter anticipating growth of 10% or more. But planning in the age of AI demands more
Medicare releases 2027 physician fee schedule with ‘devastating’ cuts to radiologist payments
"These cuts ignore the burden that rising practice costs are placing on ... radiology practices and our healthcare system," one imaging society told Radiology Business.