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The Pressure On Bungie’s ‘Marathon’ After Destiny 2’s Death Is Insurmountable
Marathon was never supposed to be here, but now is tasked with ensuring Bungie survives as a studio now that Destiny 2 is dead.
Return of the Rushing King, Alvin Kamara
Kamara is one of the most beloved Saints players, but what will this season be for him and the fans
It's Xbox's turn (again), as console prices keep going up
Microsoft announced a price hike for the Xbox Series consoles today, the third in little over a year. Effective August 1, the Xbox Series S, which launched in 2020 for $300, will cost $500 in the U.S. The Xbox Series X, which launched in 2020 at $500, will go for $800. This follows a round of PlayStation 5 price increases from Sony this spring, and a slow-motion increase for Nintendo’s Switch 2, which will kick in in the U.S. in September. (Mind you, there were also eight video game industry price hikes in six months of 2025). The chart up top shows the sudden ascent of console prices over the past year, a sudden surge in an already unusual hardware generation. Prices had been flat for years, now “up” is the new “flat.” Game console prices used to go down across the length of a console generation, but not this time around. Microsoft’s explanation for the new price hike today: We hoped another price increase would not be necessary, and we have spent the last several months working with suppliers on options. Unfortunately, console storage and memory prices have increased by more than 2.5x and we expect another doubling by the fall of 2027. The entire consumer electronics industry is struggling with the current components crisis, but the effects are particularly hard on consoles. Unlike phones, computers, speakers, and other consumer devices, consoles are typically not sold at a profit, but instead for less than they cost to make. This is an issue well beyond game consoles. Apple announced price hikes on its computers and tablets today as well. Game File is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe Item 2: Brutal Bungie cuts Bungie laid off “most” of its Destiny development team and some developers who worked on Marathon, the newest game from the struggling Sony-owned studio. A WARN notice issued by Sony to Washington State, where Bungie is based, tallied cuts impacting 292 workers, effective next month. That’s strictly for Bungie/Sony jobs in Washington and wouldn’t account for any elsewhere. The video I clipped below shows the redacted list of Bungie cuts filed to Washington State officials. As you’ll see, I had to scroll for a while… In a note emailed to PlayStation workers and published online, PlayStation game studios chief Hermen Hulst offered the following explanation for these latest cuts at Bungie: This is painful news, especially for talented colleagues whose roles have been eliminated. This decision was made only after extensive discussion and careful consideration, and I want to provide some context on how we arrived here. Over the past several months, together with Bungie leadership, we reviewed the studio’s long-term direction, development priorities, resource needs, and role within our broader portfolio strategy. We explored multiple alternatives before concluding that a reduction was necessary to align the studio’s resources with its current priorities and long-term goals. In 2022, Sony bought Bungie for $3.7 billion. The studio’s marquee game, the multiplayer live service shooter Destiny 2 was losing popularity at the time. Its next game Marathon, released earlier this year, has been well-reviewed but had a slow start. Bungie is renowned for making great shooter games, and Destiny fans have mourned the wind-down of Destiny 2. They’ve also expressed bewilderment over reports that Destiny 3 is not, per Bloomberg, immediately in the cards.
Bungie hit with ‘significant’ layoffs after ending Destiny 2
More bad news for the Marathon studio.
Bungie Hit With Widespread Layoffs As ‘Destiny 2’ Ends And ‘Marathon’ Continues
Destiny 2's end has led to inescapable layoffs at Bungie, which are beginning today as the rest of the studio will now work on Marathon.
An Update from PlayStation Studios
Below is an internal email from Hermen Hulst, CEO, Studio Business Group, Sony Interactive Entertainment distributed today to SIE employees. ********************************************************************************** Dear Team, Today I want to share a difficult update regarding Bungie. We have made the decision to reduce Bungie’s workforce, affecting a significant number of employees, including most of the Destiny team and some Marathon team members. There are also reductions across SIE teams that support […]
Bungie Is Laying Off "Most Of" The Destiny 2 Development Team
People who worked on Marathon, as well as some Sony Interactive Entertainment employees, are also getting let go.
After Jordan Kyrou trade, Blues are open for business — and positioned for a franchise-changing run
With four firsts after move, GM Doug Armstrong is preparing for a transaction marathon — "a 6-mile jog tomorrow and an 8-mile run Friday."
The Thunder have now officially won the Paul George trade
Time will tell but it looks like the Oklahoma City Thunder got yet another vital piece by drafting Michigan’s Aday Mara with the 13th pick in Tuesday’s NBA draft. The 7-foot-3 center proved his ability on both ends of the…
‘Marathon’ Is Getting A Separate PvE Mode: An FPS Roguelike
Marathon is going to get a full PvE mode next month complete with its own progression and upgrading systems, leaving the core game behind for the experiment.
Thunder's Aday Mara: Picked by Oklahoma City at No. 12
Thunder's Aday Mara: Picked by Oklahoma City at No. 12
Marathon's First PVE Mode Launches Next Month And Sounds Great
I want to play Vault Breaker right now, but have to wait until July 21
Small business owner discusses impact of marathon on Duluth
Grandma's Marathon serves as Duluth's unofficial kickoff to summer, drawing runners and supporters who explore the city's shops and North Shore scenery.
4 Vintage Pieces Of Audio Gear That Are In High Demand Today
From Marantz receivers to JBL speakers and McIntosh amplifiers, these four vintage pieces of audio gear are commanding huge resale prices in 2026.
ZenniHome ex-business partner accuses Bob Worsley of creating LLC ‘without her consent’
After eight long days of investigating, the Navajo Nation Council has paused its public hearing into the ZenniHome scandal until next month. But in subpoenaed testimony from earlier this week, a key witness made a bombshell allegation against her ex-business partner.
Marathon Has A New Problem: Players Have Too Much Loot
Bungie is trying to recalibrate the extraction shooter's economy before it's too late
Sports team values keep climbing as media rights fuel growth
Chris Marangi, Co-CIO at Gabelli Funds, and Mike Ozanian, CNBC Senior Sports Reporter, say sports franchises remain scarce, growing assets supported by media rights, betting and rising fan engagement.
‘Marathon’ Season 2 And Free Week Did Not Turn Things Around
Marathon's free week and season 2 launch are now over, but the player count trajectory has not changed at all as a result.
Amid Marathon slump and Destiny 2 player resurgence, former Bungie employee claims studio was "very close" to shutting down before Sony's acquisition
The fight to keep Destiny 2 going has been a long one, according to a former member of staff.
'The Only Way to Keep Bungie Alive Is to Support Marathon,' Ex-Destiny Community Manager Says
As Destiny 2 fans mourn the game's final update, Bungie's former community manager has blasted players fixated on comparing its player count with fledgling extraction shooter Marathon — and said that the company's current issues began long before its arrival, as well as Sony's acquisition.
The Poetry of Pelé. The Miracle of Maradona. The Awakening of America
Tom Rinaldi reflects on why the the world’s game belongs right here at home
Destiny 2's final update causes the biggest jump in players in nearly two years, as Marathon numbers coincidentally drop to near their lowest
Destiny 2's final update has brought back thousands of lapsed players, and the turnout has given people hope that it may not be the end, after all.
Transfer market approach and Elland Road redevelopment
Raj asked: Where do you think Leeds will strengthen this summer, and who do you think will be sold to assist financial regulations? Adam: I think there will be an attempt to retain the key talent, which has started with captain Ethan Ampadu's new four-year deal. Also, from the recent discussion with chairman Paraag Marathe, there seems a real positivity that manager Daniel Farke will be staying beyond the existing year of his contract.
Destiny 2 Hits Highest Player Count in Two Years Following Final Update's Release, Shatters Marathon's All-Time Peak
Destiny 2 is seeing a massive resurgence with the release of its final update.
Ferrari Drops Massive Two-Tenths Aero Upgrade For Barcelona Survival
Just hours after Lewis Hamilton brutally exposed Ferrari’s massive 10-month engine deficit, Maranello is aggressively firing back with the only ammunition they currently have: a massive, season-defining aerodynamic overhaul. If the Scuderia cannot match the raw horsepower of Red Bull…
J.T. Poston wins the Memorial Tournament, punches ticket to U.S. Open after marathon round to avoid 36-hole qualifier
J.T. Poston wins 2026 Memorial Tournament, punching ticket to U.S. Open after marathon day
Check out photos from the State Track and Field meet Day 2
Winneconne and Marathon boys claim team titles in Divisions 2 and 3, while Neenah and Assumption girls take runner-up honors in Divisions 1 and 3.
Can Federico Maranges allow Seahawks to trade Olu Oluwatimi?
Federico Maranges is a near-lock for the Seahawks' practice squad
$70B for ICE or 7M new homes? Eyeing midterms, Democrats turn the screws on the GOP
In a marathon voting session, Senate Democrats forced Republicans to bat down a litany of measures, including housing affordability plans.
Official: Napoli make Alisson Santos’ move permanent
Napoli confirm Alisson Santos has completed a permanent transfer to the Stadio Maradona after an initial six-month loan spell from Sporting CP.Brazilian winger Alisson Santos has completed a permanent...
Senate Republicans pass immigration funding after overnight vote
After a marathon 18-hour vote, the Senate has funded immigration enforcement. The GOP bill funds ICE and the Border Patrol for three years.
Trump scores victory despite growing GOP divide after Senate passes $70B ICE, Border Patrol funding package
Senate Republicans advanced Trump's $70 billion immigration enforcement package after a marathon vote-a-rama marked by internal GOP divisions.
LAPD and feds conduct drug-busting operation in fentanyl hotspot MacArthur Park
The Los Angeles Police Department and federal agents are working on a joint operation targeting "illegal narcotics activity" in MarArthur Park, a hotspot for fentanyl sales and use, on Thursday afternoon, authorities said.
America’s oceans need protection, not politics
Rather than relying solely on the whims of a particular administration, the MARA Act would establish science-based requirements, ensuring clear and consistent guardrails for how aquaculture researc…
America’s oceans need protection, not politics
Rather than relying solely on the whims of a particular administration, the MARA Act would establish science-based requirements, ensuring clear and consistent guardrails for how aquaculture researc…
The Good And Bad Of ‘Marathon’ Season 2 So Far
Bungie has launched Marathon season 2, which has some cool additions and changes, but other things that break the core loop of the game.
Kamara unfazed by uncertain Saints status: 'It's a business'
Saints running back Alvin Kamara said Wednesday that he had no issues with the team despite a lack of clarity about his future.
Saints RB Alvin Kamara makes surprise OTA appearance
Despite offseason speculation surrounding his future, the veteran unexpectedly appeared at the facility on Wednesday for practice.
‘Marathon’ Season 2 Launch Was Fumbled At The Worst Possible Moment
Marathon just launched season 2 but it ran into immediate server issues that made the game unplayable for most of the day.
Open Thread: June 3, 2026
The Open Thread/Daily Merengue is a place where you can discuss anything and everything related to football. Feel free to discuss the topics presented here, or start your very own discussions! The Open thread will be posted every day by one of the mods you’d totally do a movie marathon night with: Valyrian Steel, Felipejack, […]
Marathon season 2 suffers rocky launch thanks to rampant errors and bugs
A shame, as new game modes and improvements are proving very popular.
Marathon's Big Free Season 2 Debut Plagued By Server Issues
Bungie's extraction shooter is facing outages on its biggest day since launch
Are plants the key to solving energy and food crises worldwide?
Costas Maranas, Robert V. & Gloria H. Waltemeyer Chair and Donald B. Broughton Professor of Chemical Engineering at Penn State, is developing computer models and algorithms to help scientists better understand, analyze and redesign biological organisms, including plants. In this Q&A, Maranas discussed how recent breakthroughs in modeling, artificial intelligence and systems biology are accelerating their work, helping plant scientists better understand and repurpose plants into fuel, plastics and more.
Businesses are turning into a private club: beaches, restaurants, gyms
In an age of heightened loneliness and uncertainty, private clubs are selling camaraderie and controlled environments — if you can afford it.
Marathon’s Season 2 Launch And Free Week Is A Hugely Important Test
Marathon is trying to boost its playercount with a new season and a free week to try the game out. It needs to work.
7 takeaways from Sunday’s marathon political debates ahead of the runoffs
Georgia voters head to the polls again on June 16 to decide matchups for the midterms in November. A dozen candidates faced off in debates on Sunday.
Personnel note: The Southern Group expands South Florida practice with Stephen Marante
'Stephen has that rare blend of personal engagement, with a tremendous work ethic and professionalism that is not always present in this process.'
Black Women Political Candidates Are Expected to Be 'Likable,' Qualified and Tireless. Men Aren’t.
What I had experienced during that run wasn’t entirely unfamiliar to me. The year before, in 2013, I had run for president of the Young Democrats of America (YDA), a national political party office role, against a popular opponent. The opponent was a Black man, so race wasn’t a factor in the election; however, gender was. Before my campaign, I was vice president of YDA and had heard only good things about my service: my fundraising efforts, the partnerships I had engineered with progressive organizations, and programming coordination for the membership. However, when I decided to run for president, I instantly became ‘difficult to work with’ and ‘mean.’ Research on women candidates confirms that voters are less likely to vote for a woman if they don’t like her; by comparison, voters don’t need to like men to elect them. But when I was running as the Black woman candidate in a seven-candidate primary for public office, with two other women in the race, I noticed almost nothing about my being ‘difficult’ and more about my ability and work ethic. My experience running for public office reflected the systemic bias and double standards not just for women candidates, but Black women candidates who dare to aspire to any sort of political leadership—and that needed to change. We need more progressive Black women in public office for a myriad reasons, but we also specifically need the younger generation of Instigators in office, candidates who understand the times in which we live currently. Electing more Black women will take real investment in changing the biases and attitudes (conscious and unconscious) of mostly white donors, media, campaign staff, consultants and institutional leaders to help shift the culture and systems. But this support needs to be substantively increased so that we can rebuild an inclusive, multiracial democracy with the leaders we want and need. (Excerpted from The Instigators: How Black Women Have Been Essential to American Democracy by Atima Omara.)
New Info On ‘Destiny 2’ Alarm Bells, Marathon’s Role And ‘Destiny Infinity’ Pitch
Destiny 2's autopsy is in motion, and there's new information on what went wrong, what part Marathon has played and what could have been.
Bungie details Marathon Season 2 and the new Sentinel class, with a free-to-play week and special sale planned, too
Ahead of Marathon Season 2's kickoff next week, Bungie has given us an extensive look at all the seasonal content planned, and announced a F2P week.
Destiny 2 Fans Plan Mass Protest to 'Crash the Servers' and Beat Marathon's All-Time Player Record
Destiny 2 fans distraught over Bungie's decision to end support for the franchise are planning to try and "crash the servers" to demonstrate that there's still huge interest in the game.
Marathon Goes Free-To-Play For Just One Week During Season 2
Some fans have been wondering if the game would go free-to-play
Bungie's Maligned Shooter Marathon Goes Free-to-Play for a Full Week on PS5
No PS Plus required
A ‘Destiny 2’ Vs. ‘Marathon’ Civil War Is Heating Up, Frustrating Many
Destiny 2 is being shut down while Marathon will live on at Bungie, and that has drastically split the community.
Marathon Developer Bungie Drops Season 2 Cinematic With Big Horror Vibes
Marathon developer Bungie has dropped a sneak peek at what's to come when Marathon's second season launches next month.
When Two Heated Political Issues Descended on One Swing District Town
Marana, Ariz., is used to placid local politics, but the town, in a congressional district held by Juan Ciscomani, has been convulsed by two national issues, A.I. and immigration detention.
One Small Season 2 Change Will Completely Change Marathon
Season 2 is turning the whole game upside down with one simple change
Mara Wilson reveals what keeps her from returning to Hollywood 2 decades after 'Matilda': 'I don't really want to do that'
The former child star is known for movies such as "Matilda" and "Mrs. Doubtfire."
Logitech’s new desk gear makes your marathon PC sessions hurt less
Logitech's Signature Comfort Plus range is designed to make your time at the computer more comfortable.
Marathon Voice Actor Hits Back at Online Trolls and Says 'People Just Want to Hate'
Veteran video game voice actor Elias Toufexis has spoken out about the online "hate" directed at Marathon, following developer Bungie's decision to prioritize the game over Destiny 2.
Exploring Travel Sports: Highs and Lows
Key takeaways:Travel sports present a unique mental health challenge for athletesParents and caregivers need to have an open and honest conversation with how their kids are doingTravel sports can teach resilience, teamwork and camaraderie, says Dr. Jessica Higgs
Exploring Travel Sports: Highs and Lows
Key takeaways:Travel sports present a unique mental health challenge for athletesParents and caregivers need to have an open and honest conversation with how their kids are doingTravel sports can teach resilience, teamwork and camaraderie, says Dr. Jessica Higgs
Leeds 'remain ambitious' but transfer plans 'strategic and disciplined'
It will take "three long-fought seasons" before Leeds can "truly operate like an established Premier League side", chairman Paraag Marathe has said. The club statement comes just 10 days after Whites boss Daniel Farke said he is "not the right choice" to remain in charge if the club failed to match his ambition in the summer, after achieving survival and an impressive 14th-place finish on the Leed's return to the top flight. "While this year brought memorable highs and difficult moments, Daniel and the squad delivered a special campaign," he said.
Destiny 3 Petition Shatters Marathon's Peak Player Count
In a bid to save Destiny, fans have rallied behind a Destiny 3 petition, and it's accrued more signatures than Marathon's peak player count.
Conte: ‘I feel Napoli were under-rated this season’
Antonio Conte did not deny this is his final game on the Napoli bench against Udinese. ‘I think some of what we did this season was under-rated.’It kicks off at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona a...
After Destiny 2’s Closure, PlayStation’s Live Service Push Is Officially In Shambles
Destiny 2 is shutting down and Sony has nothing to replace it, relying mainly on a single first-party game going forward for its live-service push, Marathon.
Meet Dilhani Marasinghe: UTC data analytics professor preparing students for the future of business - Gary W. Rollins College of Business
Dr. Dilhani Marasinghe helps students succeed in the world of data analytics, artificial intelligence and business intelligence.
Bungie Plans Layoffs After Ending ‘Destiny 2’ Development
The Sony subsidiary will focus on ‘Marathon’ rather than jumping directly to ‘Destiny 3’
BHS Sports Wrap (May 11
Belmont High School sports wrap May 11-16: Lacrosse, rugby, and baseball updates as Marauders chase playoff spots and milestones.
Azamara Cruises Unveils 2028 Voyages, Debuts New Entertainment Offerings Aboard Azamara Journey
Azamara Cruises announced its 2028 voyages featuring expanded offerings in Asia and 12 new ports across Europe and Asia, plus new entertainment aboard Azamara Journey.
Pung! Clicking Tiles and the Business of Mahjong
At tables across O‘ahu and around the state, women are quietly building something more than mahjong hands — they’re building networks, businesses and above all, camaraderie.
Campground Camaraderie: Where Race Fans Become Family
New Hampshire Motor Speedway offers New England’s only NASCAR Cup Series weekend, combining thrilling races with a vibrant camping culture. From high-energy tailgates to family-friendly campgrounds, fans enjoy music, driver events and nonstop entertainment, making NHMS an unforgettable summer tradition.
The great indoors: Travel Lane County seeks indoor sports venue
On this edition, we talk with Samara Phelps of Travel Lane County about its efforts to develop a large indoor court sports venue to both accommodate local teams and also attract out-of-town tournaments. We also talk with KLCC's Zac Ziegler about his story on Springfield Public Schools being found by the state to be non-compliant with certain curriculum.
These men voted for President Trump. They have very different views of how he's doing
Two Black men from Georgia who voted for President Trump in 2024 have very different views of how the country is doing now, in the first installment of Swing Shift from NPR's Tamara Keith.
Could Aday Mara fill Hawks’ longstanding need in the middle?
As the NBA Draft approaches, the Atlanta Hawks may have a chance to address one of their biggest long-term needs by selecting one of the fastest-rising prospects in the class: Aday Mara. Mara has rapidly become one of the fastest-rising names in this year’s draft class following an impressive NCAA Tournament run and eye-opening performances at the NBA Combine. Atlanta’s need at center has become increasingly clear over the past few seasons.
Winter Sports Wrap: See Belmont’s League All-Stars
In Mackenzie Clarke’s own words, she felt FOMO (Fear of Missing Out). After missing her sophomore season of ice hockey to focus on year-round field hockey in the most important year for her college recruiting, she yearned to return to her first sport at the high school level. Two years later, she’s graduating as the lone Belmont High School All-Scholastic honoree across all Marauders winter athletes. “It’s always been a part of me,” Clarke said. “I started to miss it, and a bunch of people who I played field hockey with were on the team that year.” The senior forward
Marathon "overwhelming" for newcomers, director admits as plans for PvE and PvP-lite modes revealed
Game director Joe Ziegler has written a lengthy article about the future of Marathon.
‘Marathon’ Is Pulling The PvE Trigger In Season 2, A Sign Of Things To Come
Marathon is adding a pure PvE mode as a trial in season 2, with PvP coming down the road, indicating a potential transformation for the game.
Marathons and medicine: How one woman shares her love of science
Laura Gary has a mission of running marathons in all 50 states while also teaching students in hopes of inspiring the next generation of scientists.
Marathon Reveals New PVE Mode and Big Plans for the Future
Marathon is attempting to broaden its playerbase with new offerings, such as a PVE-only mode.
Marathon Lays Out An Ambitious Blueprint To Save Its Future
Bungie outlined new experiments with PVE and progression to widen the player pool
Netflix Content Spend 2015-2025 Revealed By Ted Sarandos
The Netflix content spend from 2015-2025 has been revealed by Ted Sarandos, who cited success of 'KPop Demon Hunters', Money Heist' and 'Squid Game'
Too many of us were traumatised by sport at school – but it’s never too late to change
A recent study showed millions are put off by early experiences of physical education. But sport can bring camaraderie and joy
‘Directive 8020’ Review – Supermassive’s Derivative But Effective Sci-Fi Horror Evolution
Since 2015’s Until Dawn, Supermassive has made a name for themselves by transforming the B-movie thrills into choice-based gameplay. Their games were never the deepest experiences narratively or mechanically, but there’s a distinct charm to them, capturing the feel of a late night movie marathon, especially when played alongside friends. There’s a very unique thrill […]
Pokémon GO Events This Week: 11
Pokémon GO’s May 11-17 week sees us enter the final month of the season of Memories in Motion! Welcome Spring with the Spring Marathon, and enjoy Deino Community Day Classic. Plus the weekly rotating Raid Hours, Dynamax Battles and Mega Raids. ⭐Highlights Raid Boss Change (May 13): Pheromosa, Buzzwole, Xurkitree, and Mega Glalie return to the raid pool. […]
It Seems ‘Destiny 2’ And ‘Marathon’ Cannot Properly Co-Exist At Bungie
It is becoming increasingly clear that it is likely not possible to sustain both Destiny 2 and Marathon within a scaled-down Bungie.
Possible Trade Partners For The Saints For Alvin Kamara
Two teams were named as possible destinations.
PlayStation records $765m impairment loss from Bungie as operating income falls 41.6% in Q4
Full year operating income for Sony's Games and Network Services rises 12% while net sales remain flat
Sony Backs ‘Marathon’ Even After $765 Million In Bungie Impairment Losses
Sony's recent earnings revealed an enormous $565 million in impairment losses against Bungie, but Sony is still pressing forward with Marathon.
Marathon and Destiny developer Bungie underperformed last year, causing a $765 million impairment loss for PlayStation
Marathon and Destiny 2 continue to be a loss leader for Bungie and PlayStation.
PS5 sales expected to decline due to generative AI memory drought and rising prices
Sony has released its financial results for the past fiscal year. Inside, it predicts a decrease in PS5 hardware sales in the next 12 months.
Sony Suffers $765 Million Loss Over Bungie as Marathon Continues to Backslide
Marathon's failure to deliver has had a massive impact on Sony and Bungie, with a $765 million impairment loss being recorded.
Sony Record $560 Million Loss On Bungie Deal As Marathon Stalls
The Bungie acquisition continues to go badly for the PS5 maker
New ballot world record for 2027 London Marathon
More than 1.3 million people have applied for next year's event which takes place on 25 April.
Registration open for 2027 IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and Delta Dental 500 Festival 5K
Marathon Has 'Years' of Story Planned Out, Says Bungie, and Players Will 'Help Shape It'
In it for the long run
1 city, 3 teams, 8 hours: A running diary of a Philly sports marathon
Watching Philly sports all day is work, but someone had to do it.
Iowa Legislature adjourns as marathon session seals property tax deal
A 34-plus hour marathon over the weekend left Iowa lawmakers bleary-eyed as they ended the 2026 session with property tax and budget deals.