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Matt Damon raves about ‘Odyssey’ stunt double’s biceps: She has ‘the greatest arms I’ve ever seen’
Matt Damon revealed that his ‘Odyssey’ stunt double, who is a woman, has ‘the greatest arms I’ve ever seen.’
Democrat set to replace Platner in Maine led state Senate with a temper
Troy Jackson, the presumptive Democratic nominee to challenge Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine), yelled and cursed at fellow state lawmakers, interviews reveal.
Samsung is betting big that you’ll want the wide Galaxy Z Fold 8, report details
A new report reveals Samsung’s plans for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series and the Galaxy Z Flip 8, with...
Ubisoft teases Ghost Recon news soon after leaks
Will the long-rumored Project OVR be officially revealed?
Penguins Interested in Using Connections to Land 44-Point Center
The Pittsburgh Penguins are interested in landing one of the top trade candidates in the market. It was recently revealed that the Seattle Kraken are moving on from Shane Wright this summer. Seattle previously drafted the center with the fourth-overall pick in the 2024 NHL draft. Despite lofty expectations, he regressed during the most recent […] The post Penguins Interested in Using Connections to Land 44-Point Center appeared first on HEAVY.
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.
The new, wide Galaxy Z Fold 8 revealed by BTS member J-Hope
J-Hope's tour footage gave fans an early, unofficial look at the upcoming Samsung Galaxy foldable.
Nissan’s Brake Caliper Colors Aren’t For Decoration, They’re Ranking Your Car
From silver to yellow, Nissan says its brake colors reveal far more than styling choices
How to maximise the mental health benefits of your vacation
Don’t just hit the beach. Research is revealing how to have a holiday that leaves you mentally restored and refreshed – with long-lasting effect
Here’s an Official Pixel 11 Pro From Google
Should you have had any doubt about last week's accidental Pixel 11 series reveal, we can confirm that at least one of those devices was indeed the real deal. Google has confirmed the design of...
Trump’s attacks on democracy reveal his authoritarian ambitions | LSE United States Politics and Policy
Trump is becoming a dictator, one who combines the transactional pursuit of profit and power with racism, white supremacy, and personalised rule.
Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom arrives in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ trailer
Robert Downey Jr. is officially revealed in the ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ trailer. The Marvel veteran returns as comic-book villain Doctor Doom after playing Iron Man for a decade.
Gears of War Designer Cliff Bleszinski Reveals Struggle With Alcoholism, Discusses the Failure of LawBreakers and Potential Return to Video Game Development
Video game developer Cliff Bleszinski has revealed his struggle with alcoholism and how it affected not just his work on Gears of War but contributed to the failure of hero shooter LawBreakers and his studio, Boss Key Productions.
What 110,000 Rejected Papers Reveal About Science's Biggest Journals
A 110,303-paper study finds prestige, and team size sway acceptance at top science journals more than gender.
AI is becoming part of UK adults' health information journey
New YouGov data reveals how UK adults use AI tools like ChatGPT for health information, where they fit into the health journey and their perceived benefits.
New Review From American Heart Association Reveals The Optimal Daily Cups of Coffee For Your Health
Put the kettle on.
Kaneka pitches “mitoceuticals” as mechanism-led mitochondrial health supplements
Cellular health is becoming increasingly important as industry and science reveal that health systems are interconnected. The mitochondria are especially central in this understanding, as it addresses healthy aging, healthspan, and lifestage demands. Nutrition Insight speaks with Kaneka Corporation and Kaneka Ubiquinol’s consultant to learn about how nutrition is evolving on an industry and consumer level. “Over the past decade, we’ve seen nutrition evolve from addressing nutrient deficiencies to supporting specific conditions and now toward supporting healthspan — the health and well-being across life stages,” says Tsuyoshi Takakuwa, head of Marketing and Sales Team (APAC), Supplemental Nutrition Business Division at Kaneka Corporation.
Massive Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 leak reveals colors, specs, and more
Marketing materials for the Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 have leaked and they reveal colors, Snadpragon Wear Elite chipset, and more.
Potential announcement date revealed for new Barcelona signing
Barcelona had wrapped up the deal to sign Karim Adeyemi earlier in the month, with the Catalan swooping out of nowhere to acquire the services of the explosive winger.Borussia Dortmund have already co...
Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 leak reveals 5,000 nits display, IP69K rating, and more
Samsung cannot seem to stop leaks of its upcoming devices. A new leak has revealed nearly all the key improvements the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 will bring. The wear
Atlanta Braves GM Reveals MLB Trade Deadline 'Priority'
The Braves are preparing for the MLB trade deadline.
Sam Reid reveals the major obstacles of 'The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only
When can you see the Lestat live show?
Phoenix Suns' Devin Booker Receives Hefty Praise From New Teammate
Rookie Koa Peat reveals his commitment to supporting Devin Booker’s legendary playstyle, signaling a unified locker room as the face of the franchise reshapes Phoenix’s culture.
Scientists discover a protein that protects the brain from Alzheimer’s damage
A protein called SORLA may act as a powerful defense against the toxic tau tangles involved in Alzheimer’s disease. Mice with extra SORLA had less tau accumulation, less brain atrophy, and healthier connections between neurons, while mice without it experienced more severe damage. The findings also revealed a possible drug target that could help control harmful activity in supporting brain cells.
Arsenal planning short-term move for free agent John Stones following William Saliba's World Cup injury
Plus: Tottenhams Djed Spence is keen on a move to Inter Milan; Chelseas stance on Joao Pedro has been revealed amid interest from Barcelona; Fulham boss Alvaro Arbeloa plans a raid on former club Real Madrid
England's huge World Cup payday revealed after France victory
The Three Lions secured a major payday after defeating France in a thrilling third-place playoff
Apple's scrapped Mac Pro plans reportedly included a new Intel model
A new report reveals Apple developed two unreleased Mac Pro models before discontinuing the line, including one powered by Intel.
Major water company in distress as pool business collapses
Pentair (PNR) was one of the pandemic's quiet winners, riding America's backyard pool boom. However, that run ended this week. The company pre-announced weak second-quarter results on July 14, cut its full-year outlook, and revealed its CFO had left four days earlier. Shares dropped about 15% the ...
Plants that make real dairy protein? Scientists discover an unexpected shortcut
What if the plants growing in a field could one day produce the same proteins that give milk its nutrition, texture and cheese-making properties? A new study brings that possibility a step closer by revealing ...
A tiny universe in a bottle reveals clues to the origins of life
Researchers have created cosmic dust from scratch by recreating space-like conditions inside glass tubes. The dust contains complex carbon-rich molecules built from elements essential to life and produces infrared signals similar to real material found in space. By studying these laboratory samples, scientists can explore how organic chemistry unfolds around stars and how comets, asteroids and meteorites may have carried those ingredients to Earth.
Rock star dies just days after aggressive brain cancer news, leaving fans devastated
The 59-year-old star revealed her diagnosis earlier in the week.
Cells from your mother likely infiltrated your brain in the womb, and they could survive for decades, study reveals
Maternal cells that infiltrate children's brains during pregnancy take on different jobs in the brain and may persist into old age.
A new AI benchmark: Betting on the World Cup.
Can AI predict the future? A World Cup betting contest reveals which models make the smartest wagers.
The Politics of Kurdish-Palestinian Solidarity
The Kurdish and Palestinian movements were forged in a common anti-colonial tradition. Their different political trajectories now reveal two competing models of liberation in the 21st century.
Scientists reveal the rare type of space rock that wiped out dinosaurs
Scientists identified the rare CO chondrite meteorite that killed the dinosaurs, revealing the impact dust killed life — not sulfur from the rock itself.
What the regionality of Marx’s Republican primary win reveals about Colorado conservatives
Running for governor of Colorado, controversial outsider Victor Marx, 61, a self-proclaimed exorcist and a friendly ally to the late Charlie Kirk, pulled out a 39.9% Republican primary victory. State Sen. and Republican establishment candidate Barbara Kirkmeyer came in a close second with around 39.4% of the vote. Meanwhile, Scott Bottoms, a state legislator and […]
iOS 26 vs iOS 27: How Apple Is Completely Replacing Siri With Next-Gen AI
Comparing iOS 27 vs iOS 26 reveals faster app launches by up to 30% and an 80% quicker AirDrop. See the new full-page widgets and liquid glass slider.
Bill Montevecchi, seabird ornithologist and science communicator
The North Atlantic can look empty until someone begins paying attention. A stretch of gray water off Newfoundland may appear to hold little more than waves and scattered birds. To Bill Montevecchi, those birds were evidence. Their breeding success, feeding trips, and changing numbers revealed what was happening beneath the surface, offering clues about fish [Continue reading]
Yankees Get Final Answer on Francisco Lindor Trade Rumors
The New York Yankees won't be looking to land New York Mets star Francisco Lindor at the trade deadline, a report revealed. The post Yankees Get Final Answer on Francisco Lindor Trade Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.
Leading oncologist reveals 6 habits that could promote longevity and reduce your risk of chronic illness
Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel says dinner parties combine healthy food, mental activity, social life and exercise into one simple longevity strategy.
Ricky Gervais rejects calls to tone down comedy: 'Be offended if you want'
Ricky Gervais says backlash only makes his jokes funnier, revealing why he's finally done addressing cancel culture in his stand-up tours now.
How the ‘famously’ phoneless Christopher Nolan gets in touch with actors
Matt Damon is revealing how the ‘famously’ phoneless Christopher Nolan reached out to him about starring in ‘The Odyssey.’
Melissa Gilbert reveals future of 'When Calls the Heart' role
For Melissa Gilbert, some goodbyes truly are a Hallmark moment.
‘300-Pound Men From the Football Business Crying’ – CEO Reveals Emotional Meltdown Inside Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce’s Wedding
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding celebration has remained one of the biggest talking points across the NFL. Now, American Century Investments President and CEO Jonathan Thomas has revealed that...
Samsung brand ambassador accidentally reveals Galaxy Z Fold 8
The Fold 8 looks adorable in a new video.
Scientists Spent 55 Years Studying Centenarians to Reveal The Secret to Living to 100
It's complicated.
World Series champion Mookie Betts says athletes shouldn't be seen as political figures: 'We go out and play'
Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts questioned why athletes are seen as political figures, revealing the reason behind his decision to skip this year's visit to White House.
Tom Cruise Reveals Surprising New Look In Trailer For Movie About An Eccentric Billionaire
Check out the movie star’s wild new role in the upcoming black comedy starring Jesse Plemons and Riz Ahmed.
Earth’s biggest volcanic event transformed an entire oceanic plate
Seismic waves have revealed that the oceanic plate beneath the Ontong Java Plateau was dramatically transformed by the colossal volcanic activity that created it more than 100 million years ago. Researchers found a complex structure of horizontal layers cut through by vast swarms of vertical magma channels, along with unusually slow seismic waves suggesting that deep-rising magma chemically altered the plate itself.
Pixel 11 Release Date: Price Reveal Hands Advantage To iPhone 17
A new Pixel 11 price leak flips Google's usual advantage over Apple. Here's what Google is betting on to convince you anyway.
WATCH: Lawmakers reveal where they stand on congressional term limits after recent health scares
Ted Cruz says he authored a constitutional amendment to limit senators to two terms and House members to three as Congress debates term limits.
NFL Legend Reveals What Kyler Murray Would Finally Give Vikings
Minnesota Vikings legend Cris Carter is buying stock in quarterback Kyler Murray for one specific reason. He spoke highly of the quarterback in a recent television appearance earlier this week.Murray was one of the crown jewel moves of the offseason for the Vikings. At the very least, he will bring experience to the quarterback position. […] The post NFL Legend Reveals What Kyler Murray Would Finally Give Vikings appeared first on HEAVY.
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.
Dodgers Reveal Shohei Ohtani’s Next Start Before Yankees Series
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told the media when two-way star Shohei Ohtani will make his next start as a pitcher. The post Dodgers Reveal Shohei Ohtani’s Next Start Before Yankees Series appeared first on HEAVY.
Aaron Boone Reveals the Latest on Yankees Star Max Fried
The New York Yankees have been one of baseball’s best teams throughout the 2026 season to date, and as they begin the second half of the season against the Los Angeles Dodgers, optimism continues to grow.With the trade deadline being just under three weeks away, there’s plenty of opportunities for this team to take a […] The post Aaron Boone Reveals the Latest on Yankees Star Max Fried appeared first on HEAVY.
Emmy Awards Just Cut Five Major Categories Out of 2026 Broadcast, Reason Revealed
The Television Academy is making several changes to the 2026 Emmy Awards. This time, they are moving five major categories out of the main broadcast. The change is part of an effort to make the show s...
Nintendo Gives Fans Their First Official Look at New Switch Joy-Con
Nintendo quietly shares a glimpse at a change the company made to its Joy-Con controller lineup for customers to consider moving forward.
Young millionaire reveals the wealth-building lessons he learned from billionaires
The young entrepreneur behind 'School of Hard Knocks' shares his strategy for turning a content creator business into multiple revenue streams.
Nickel Fingerprints Reveal What the Asteroid That Killed the Dinosaurs Was Made Of
The culprit may have been an unusually dry relic from the outer solar system.
Marathon Game Director Joseph Ziegler Leaves Bungie
In a surprise announcement on Friday, Marathon game director Joseph Ziegler revealed that he's leaving Bungie as of July 17.
New Study Reveals Why Ancient Roman Concrete Keeps Getting Stronger
There's more to the story than we thought.
'Shared cosmic experience': 'Potentially hazardous' asteroid Apophis could be visible to 90% of Earth's population during ultraclose 2029 flyby, new maps reveal
Researchers predict that up to 7.6 billion people will be able to see the potentially hazardous asteroid Apophis fly past Earth on April 13, 2029. The skyscraper-size space rock will come closer than some satellites, making it clearly visible to the naked eye.
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.
Meet Keyveatz, AOMG’s first girl crew redefining Korean Hip-Hop
“All you gotta know is that I rock the show,” raps Keyveatz on their debut single, “Key Beats,” a bold statement from the five-member crew carving their own
The Best Test to Know If Your Gut Is Healthy, According to a GI Doctor
In TODAY.com’s Expert Tip of the Day, a gastroenterologist reveals her answer to the common question, “What’s the best test to know if my gut is healthy?”
Google just inadvertently revealed the Pixel 11a
The Pixel 11a is under development, and this clue confirms it.
Exclusive | Secrets behind Tyler Robinson's lucrative family business revealed — as Utah taxpayers foot $10M legal bills for Charlie Kirk's alleged killer
7 things a morning headache can reveal about your health
Sometimes, head pain early in the day means you just slept wrong. Other times, it could be a sign of a health condition.
Mets Reveal Reason for Juan Soto Departure
Juan Soto left Thursday's game in the eighth inning due to a left calf issue.
Pete Hegseth’s Plan for ‘High T’ Troops Is a Junk Science Fever Dream
The defense secretary’s idea of administering testosterone therapy to service members of the US Armed Forces reveals little understanding of the complexity of hormones.
Google Pixel 11 Specs Leak Ahead of Next Month’s Unveiling
Early leaks for the Google Pixel 11, Pro, and Pro Fold reveal potential specs, a variety of new colors, and a price increase across the lineup.
Jon Gruden Reveals One Big Regret From Raiders Tenure
Former Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden likely has many regrets from his coaching career, but this one has to really sting. The post Jon Gruden Reveals One Big Regret From Raiders Tenure appeared first on HEAVY.
Daylight Saving Time Debate Reveals Science Literacy Hole
While people debate "pros" and "cons" of permanent daylight saving time, one expert is more concerned about science literacy gaps emerging in the discussion.
New ClickLock macOS malware traps users into revealing login password
A new macOS information-stealing malware dubbed ClickLock terminates all visible processes to force users into entering their system login password.
2 defendants in Glenwood South violence appear in court, told to stay out of entertainment district
New details revealed in court showed a Raleigh police officer suffered an elbow injury while breaking up a fight allegedly involving the two defendants.
Broadway and ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maise’l star Josh Grisetti’s cause of death revealed
Josh Grisetti’s cause of death has been revealed. The Broadway actor died on July 10. He was 44.
Oops! Ancient Bronze Age shaman long assumed to be a man was actually a woman, DNA reveals
A DNA analysis of a 4,000-year-old skeleton buried with an elaborate metalworking tool kit near Stonehenge has revealed that the individual, long assumed to be a male shaman, was actually a woman.
Suno scraped YouTube, Deezer to train its AI, hacked code reveals - potentially strengthening UMG and Sony’s
The code was obtained by a hacker who breached Suno and shared it with 404 Media.
John Cena had eye mites. The pesky bugs are a lot more common than you think
John Cena reveals the "parasite" causing his blurry vision and red eye symptoms. He's taking proactive steps to protect his health as he approaches 50.
Fetterman reveals what it would take for him to leave Democratic Party
John Fetterman says the Democratic Party becoming officially anti-Israel would be his red line, raising concerns about progressive candidates in primaries.
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...
National Health Expenditures Expect to Grow Through 2034
More spending, fewer insured: New projections reveal healthcare trends.
Every Team Has an Edge: EA SPORTS™ NHL® 27 Overhauls All 32 Arena Atmospheres and Presentation for Total Immersion
Powered by Real-World NHL EDGE™ Data and Unique Team Playbooks, NHL® 27 Releases September 11 with Generational Talent Macklin Celebrini Gracing the Cover Watch the Reveal Trailer HERE Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today unveiled EA SPORTS™ NHL 27 , launching September 11, 2026 on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. EA SPORTS™ NHL® 27 brings all 32 NHL arenas to life with authentic atmospheres: presentation that reflects each team’s identity, a new commentary team, a new dynamic crowd system, and a new modernized broadcast package. Alongside new social and competitive mode Connected Franchise, this year marks one of the most significant upgrades in franchise history. Generational talent and San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini headlines the Standard and Deluxe Edition covers, ushering in a new era of the EA SPORTS™ NHL franchise. NHL 27 Deluxe Edition Cover “Seeing the Shark Tank brought to life like that is honestly unreal,” said Macklin Celebrini, NHL 27 cover athlete. “The
Dermatologist Reveals No. 1 Skin Symptom That Can Be a Sign of Heart Issues
In TODAY.com’s Expert Tip of the Day, a dermatologist explains the links between skin health and heart health.
Pulsar Crams A Noctua Fan In Its Feinmann FO1 Gaming Mouse While Retaining Its Lightweight Design; Release Date Revealed
Pulsar's Feinmann F01 Noctua Edition launches on July 21, 2026, featuring a 5V PWM fan, 42,000 DPI, and weighing 73 grams for sweat-free gaming.
Sam Neill's family reveals 'Jurassic Park' star's cause of death in response to false claims
The "Jurassic Park" star died from pneumonia, his agent said.
Trump earned billions last year. Some Pennsylvania swing voters say they don't care
Key voters in Pennsylvania are split on whether President Trump earning a big windfall last year is a big deal or not. Their reaction reveals a level of cynicism about many in the political class.
Pre-order page for HTC VIVE Eagle smart glasses reveals release date before it's taken down
HTC's VIVE Eagle smart glasses are coming to the US although a pre-order listing on Amazon was removed from the site.
Rui Hachimura Reveals What Clippers Do Better Than Lakers
Formerly popular Los Angeles Lakers star Rui Hachimura made a bold move picking the rival Los Angeles Clippers over them in free agency. The Lakers opted to prioritize other free agents, and it became apparent that Hachimura would not be on the team for next season. However, no one expected him to pick the rival […] The post Rui Hachimura Reveals What Clippers Do Better Than Lakers appeared first on HEAVY.
Norah O'Donnell reveals next career move after 'CBS Evening News' exit
A year and a half after she left her \
2026 Open Championship odds, picks, date: Surprising predictions from golf model that's nailed 17 majors
Mike McClure's model has simulated the British Open 2026 10,000 times and revealed PGA best bets and picks for Royal Birkdale
ZeniMax Online Studios leadership to exit as part of Xbox cuts
There are major changes happening atop Maryland-based ZeniMax Online Studios, developer of the Elder Scrolls Online, Game File has learned. Joe Burba, a 14-year veteran of the studio who was appointed to run it last July, is departing, along with ESO executive producer Susan Kath, studio game director Rich Lambert and production director Ala Diaz. Their roles were listed among hundreds of others cut last week from the Maryland offices of ZeniMax, in a WARN letter sent to the state by ZeniMax and obtained today by Game File. Tonight, BUrbam Kath, Lambert and Diaz notified Zenimax Online Studios workers of plans to “transition” to a new leadership team consisting of promoted ZOS veterans. That transition will occur “over the next few months,” they told workers, according to a copy of the notice reviewed by Game File. “We will remain in place during the transition period to help ensure a smooth handoff.” Last week, Microsoft laid off of 1,600 workers across its vast gaming teams in locations around the U.S. and abroad. Just who has been impacted and how hard various studios have been hit has been emerging day by day. Game File reported last week that Microsoft/ZeniMax notified officials in Maryland that 379 gaming jobs were being cut across the state. They tallied cuts in two locations: one for ZeniMax Media Inc. (covering Elder Scrolls/Starfield/Fallout-maker Bethesda Game Studios and central Bethesda game publishing) and one for ZeniMax Online Studios (Elder Scrolls Online). More than 200 jobs were cut at the latter. Last week’s totals did not reveal job titles, nor did Microsoft announce any leadership changes in the ZeniMax group. That has now happened. Earlier today, Game File obtained from Maryland officials a breakdown of the 379 impacted roles, which, extraordinarily, included “studio head.” Microsoft later confirmed to Game File which studio head that referred to: ZeniMax Online Studios’. Microsoft has since has notified studio employees and internally announced new leadership. ZOS will now be run by Josh Henderson, previously head of business operations at the studio, and Nick Giacomini, who was promoted to game director for ESO last August. Game File is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my journalism, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe Last week’s news of 200+ cuts at ZeniMax Online Studios generated public sympathy for those workers and questions about the long-term viability of the Elder Scrolls Online. ESO is a massively multiplayer online game that inherently persists on the strength of new content being developed for it. Earlier today, fans and workers in Maryland protested the cuts at the ZeniMax teams in a rally organized by the Communication Workers of America, the union that represents many of the impacted employees. Regarding concerns around the game, a community manager stated on Saturday: “The plan is still to deliver great content, and we will hopefully have an update soon.” In their note to the studio today, the outgoing leaders of ZeniMax Online Studios predicted “growth” for the game: We have tremendous confidence in Josh and Nick, the future of this studio, and the continued growth of ESO. With exciting experiences still ahead for our players as we wrap up work for Update 51 and beyond, we believe that your passion, creativity, and commitment to each other and the community will continue serving as the heartbeat of ESO. The list of jobs cut in the ZeniMax WARN notice in Maryland includes several very senior roles, including: Studio Head Studio Operations Director Studio Game Director Studio Audio Director Studio Art Manager Vice President and Controller VP, Global Sales & Business Development While some of those job descriptions match the exiting ZOS leadership team, Game File couldn’t verify if all were from that studio. The full list of cut roles shared by Maryland officials also covers workers at Bethesda Game Studios and its central publishing office. The following is an excerpt: The list of 379 eliminated ZeniMax jobs in Maryland also includes: four animators three bilingual CS (community service) leads for Chinese, Italian, and Japanese a creative director for the Elder Scrolls Online Player Life Cycle two food service workers seven producers more than 60 senior QA testers. and many others The WARN notice states that almost all of the 379 workers were notified of their layoff on July 6. In fine print, it states: “Approximately 9 employees were notified of the elimination of their position prior to July 6, 2026.” A 2021 mega-merger scaled back Microsoft announced in 2020 that it intended to buy ZeniMax and its network of game studios in 2020, and closed the $7.5 billion deal in March 2021. The purchase, which preceded Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, added several award-winning studios to Microsoft’s portfolio, including Bethesda (Elder Scrolls, Fallout), Arkane (Dishonored), and id Software (Doom). The studios’ output since then included a 2024 Game of the Year contented from MachineGames in the form of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle along with Starfield from Bethesda and the poorly-received Redfall from Arkane Austin. In recent years, a Microsoft repeatedly in cutback mode closed ZeniMax’s Tango Gameworks (which was reconstituted by Krafton) and closed Arkane Austin. The Xbox cuts last week have hit the ZeniMax group hard, with 158 jobs eliminated in Texas, many of them at id, and 379 from the ZeniMax teams in Maryland. Xbox also said last week that it would be entering a consultation process around Arkane Lyon, a process expected to end in a sale, shutdown or other form of divestment. The Lyon team has been working on a game tied to Marvel’s Blade vampire-hunting super-hero.
Latest update reveals likely plan for Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte
Will Kayshon Boutte still be with the New England Patriots for the start of the 2026 season?
Drained Reflecting Pool reveals liner is now closer to gray
The new liner appears grayer than when the pool was repainted and refilled with water in early June
Pilot Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger reveals personal health struggle
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?
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