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Bickerstaff’s Pistons Open Against a Reshaped Boston Celtics
Detroit tips off the NBA season Tuesday against a Boston team that remade itself this summer. #Pistons
NBA games on TV today: Schedule, times, TV channels, live streams to watch every team's season opener
Basketball is finally back. Here's when and where to watch every team's season opener.
Stefon Diggs: It's still wide open for us
The Commanders fell to 1-4-1 when the clock ran out on Monday night, but wide receiver Stefon Diggs chose to accentuate the positive in the locker room after the game.
NBA live streams: How to watch basketball games without cable in 2026-27 season
Here's how to watch NBA basketball without cable, including the best streaming options for each game of the 2026-27 season.
A note to readers: Science, accountability and elections
Dear readers, As early voting begins, I wanted to share some news — and why it connects to the decisions we make at the ballot box. I’ve been selected for the inaugural cohort of the South Atlantic Climate Journalism Hub mentorship program, hosted by Covering Climate Now. I’m excited to join this group, learn from scientists and fellow journalists, and expand my science reporting. Science directly ties to governance. Local officials make decisions about where development goes, how infrastructure is maintained, what emergency preparations receive funding, and how communities rebuild after disasters. Understanding the evidence behind those decisions helps us evaluate whether our government is serving us well. Here in western North Carolina, those connections are all around us, in Lake Lure and beyond. Flood maps inform decisions about property and development. Engineering assessments help identify risks at dams and bridges. Rainfall forecasts guide emergency preparations. Geological information helps explain landslide hazards. Water testing gives communities information they need to assess conditions. Meteorologists’ knowledge and public perception of weather events shape public safety. Each involves scientific or technical knowledge. Each also raises questions about public responsibility: What did officials know? How did they use that information? What did they tell the public? What did taxpayers receive for their money? A study can identify a problem. Elected officials still have to decide what to do about it, how to pay for it, and how to explain their choices. Reporting should examine both the evidence and the response. That is where I want to strengthen my work. My reporting on Helene recovery, infrastructure, flooding, public safety, and public spending has repeatedly brought me to questions that require scientific expertise alongside public records. This mentorship may help me better understand the research, ask more precise questions, and explain the answers clearly. I also bring the perspective of someone living with these concerns. I live downstream of Lake Lure Dam, and landslides affected my property during Helene. Those experiences bring urgency to my questions. Careful reporting helps establish the answers. Readers deserve to know what the evidence shows, where uncertainty remains, and whether officials accurately describe the information guiding their decisions. You also deserve scrutiny of proposed solutions: what they cost, what they are expected to accomplish, and what risks remain. Access to that information matters. As a mostly deaf journalist who relies on written communication, I will continue pressing for written public warnings, records, and explanations that people can read and use in real time. As you consider the candidates seeking your vote, consider how they approach evidence, preparedness, and transparency. Do they support local journalism, even when it’s not parroting a press release? Do they explain weather events clearly in plain English and explain their decisions after them? Make supporting records available? Acknowledge uncertainty? Follow through when a report identifies a risk? Those are practical questions about governing. Thank you for supporting Cops & Congress and the work that makes these questions part of the public conversation. I’m grateful to David Dickson and the CC Now team for this opportunity, and I look forward to bringing what I learn back to you. Annie DanceEditor & Publisher, Cops & Congress — Learn more about this newsletter, ethics policy, how you can help shape this work, and support it. Follow on X and Facebook. Send constructive criticism, fan mail, and tips with public documents for future stories: CopsandCongress@gmail.com ICYMI: View the Cops & Congress archive — Annie Dance is the publisher of Cops & Congress, a newsletter that analyzes what happens when crime, courts, disaster, democracy, and small-town policies collide. Views expressed here are covered by the First Amendment. Dance has a Bachelor of Arts from Manhattan University in Communication with a focus in Journalism and Government. She has been a journalist for over 20 years. Share Upgrade now or give a gift subscription
The Data Dive: Steve Kornacki on how Susan Collins could transcend Trump in Maine
Seeking re-election in a blue state, the longtime Republican senator is relying on her personal brand to defy political gravity — again.
New coalition aims to keep Virginians covered as Medicaid rules tighten
Virginia Secretary of Health and Human Resources Marvin Figueroa on Monday announced the Virginia United Coalition, formalizing a partnership that builds on a series of roundtable meetings with him and Gov. Abigail Spanberger throughout the summer, as well as an executive order she signed.
France Protests Show Europe’s Shift Away From Centrist Politics
Europe’s centrist parties are losing ground among young people and workers, who are increasingly tempted by populist promises of radical change.
Jaden McDaniels becomes the first player in NBA …
Jaden McDaniels becomes the first player in NBA …
Can Real Estate Out-Organize Tenants in New York? This Group Will Try.
A new organization, Built for New York, plans to raise money to mobilize voters in the real estate industry, which has endured several political losses in recent years.
Lakers Depth Chart For Final Roster After Dalton Knecht Release
T he news of the Los Angeles Lakers releasing Dalton Knecht confirms the final roster entering the NBA regular season. Bronny James and Jaden Hardy survived the cut and will make the roster to keep their jobs. Knecht was not expected to get strong playing time, but he removes a player who could give the […] The post Lakers Depth Chart For Final Roster After Dalton Knecht Release appeared first on HEAVY.
‘Open your doors for AI’: German chancellor urges businesses to embrace AI as Nvidia announces new investments
Nvidia announced planned investments in four German startups as Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged businesses to embrace AI at an industry summit in Berlin.
Trump uses antisemitic slur in defending Sen. Roger Marshall at rally in Kansas
Trump had used the term during a speech last year, leading to backlash. He said at the time that he wasn’t aware of the word’s antisemitic connotations.
Nearly $1M in sports, Pokémon cards stolen from FedEx truck in California
The cards were swiped from a trading card authentication company. One collector said he was “absolutely financially destroyed.”
Trump’s Push for Deals With Russia Powers His Frustration With Ukraine
The series of recent steps by the president that seem to favor Vladimir Putin reflect his intensifying desire to normalize the relationship with Moscow even if it means further undercutting Ukraine.
Columbia University and Max Planck Society team up to advance fusion energy science
Columbia University and Max Planck Society team up to advance fusion energy science. The new Max Planck Columbia Center will have a total budget of $13.3 million over its five-year term.
Miami Cuban bakery caught in political firestorm after hosting Democrats
The visit took place at CAO Bakery in Pinecrest, a popular Cuban American business known for its pastelitos and cafecito. Some social media users criticized the bakery for hosting the Democratic politicians, accusing them of being associated with socialism.
Melania Trump Announces White House Women’s Health Initiative
The effort comes as Republicans are struggling to win over female voters two weeks before the midterm elections.
Melania Trump Announces White House Women’s Health Initiative
The effort comes as Republicans are struggling to win over female voters two weeks before the midterm elections.
U.N.C. Strikes Trump Deal to Keep Federal Funding
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill will not pay any financial penalties but agreed to abide by the Trump administration’s views on diversity and other matters.
Kingston Flemings Reveals What He’s Learning From Hawks’ Elite Defenders
Kingston Flemings says Dyson Daniels, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luguentz Dort are teaching him different defensive habits before his NBA debut.
How will the riots in France affect the country’s politics?
For weeks, people in France have been protesting over the cost of living and school conditions. But this weekend, many protests turned violent -- and now French officials have implemented a curfew to quell the violence. The country’s far-right is seizing the moment to make a case for their policies.This episode was produced by Sophia Paliza-Carre and Karen Zamora, with audio engineering by Damian Herring. Our director is Kathryn Fink.It was edited by Mallory Yu and Tinbete Ermyas.Our interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
Raiders cut OL Evan Neal from the practice squad
The Raiders cut offensive lineman Evan Neal from their practice squad on Monday, the team announced.
Texas Democratic candidate for governor sues to review emails between Elon Musk and Greg Abbott
State Rep. Gina Hinojosa alleged in her lawsuit that Gov. Greg Abbott is “unlawfully withholding communications” between his office and tech CEO Elon Musk.
How the midterms will shape 2028 and beyond: From the Politics Desk
Plus, a long-running GOP streak is at risk in Kansas.
Spanberger demands 6-year rate freeze in Dominion merger
Gov. Abigail Spanberger called for the Virginia State Corporation Commission to reject the $67 billion merger between Dominion Energy and Florida's NextEra Energy unless the two utilities agree to freeze residential power rates for six years and triple monthly customer bill credits.
Sneaky politics? Or honest mistake? Election mailer lands Clay GOP in hot water
A letter from the Clay Republican Committee used a return address from the Onondaga County Board of Elections.
DOJ Charges 28 California Residents With Voting-Related Crimes Amid Trump’s Voter Fraud Push
The effort by the Trump administration comes as it wages a broader fight with California officials over voter rolls.
NBA Predictions 2026-27: Who wins MVP? Rookie of the Year? Our experts make their awards picks
Top business leaders sound the alarm over skilled worker shortage
From the people who keep us safe on the roads to those who wire our homes and are building the infrastructure powering the AI boom, America needs skilled workers. But a new report finds that the nation isn’t doing enough to keep up with demand. NBC’s Christine Romans sits down exclusively with BlackRock’s Larry Fink, Ford’s Jim Farley, Google’s Ruth Porat and Carhartt’s Linda Hubbard, who have come together with an urgent message.
A blue-collar bellwether weighs ousting longtime GOP Sen. Susan Collins in Maine
Voters in Lewiston helped propel Collins to victory in her last election. Some are ready for a change, but others are wary of losing Collins’ sway in the Senate.
Controversial Adobe clones prove desktop Googlebook apps are closer than I thought
If you have spent any time following tech news or developer forums over the past couple of weeks, you have likely run into the massive controversy surrounding ArtCraft. Created by developer Brandon...
2026 NBAA Top Safety Focus Areas
The NBAA Safety Committee has identified the association’s Top Safety Focus Areas for 2026, highlighting multiple priorities in support of a greater commitment to business aviation safety standards.
Republicans Barely Mention Trump in Political Ads Ahead of the Midterms
Only a small fraction of recent G.O.P. broadcast and streaming ads mention the president, according to a Times analysis of ad data.
3 tips to manage soaring health costs
Marsh McLennan Senior VP Marybeth Gray shared ideas to keep employees healthy and costs down.
Star Wars Battlefront 3 Talks In Early Stages With DICE And Bungie, Says Rumor
Star Wars Battlefront 3 might be happening. This is huge news for Star Wars gaming fans as Disney has big plans for the series. They are reportedly in talks with two game development studios over …
Massachusetts casinos see tax drop from horse racing machines
State tax revenue from casinos could drop by up to $73 million per year, the operators said.
Facing health challenges, Clay County farmer gets $5,200 gift, harvest help
Multiple organizations rallied behind a Clay County family facing health challenges in October
Supreme Court to Hear New Case on Race and School Admissions
The court’s decision to review an admissions policy for selective middle school programs in Maryland follows its rejection of affirmative action in higher education.
This Week: Politics 101, 20th Street Bikeway, Muni Trivia
Here is a list of events this week. Monday/Tonight! SF Politics 101 with Joel Engardio. Learn how local politics shaped San Francisco. Monday/tonight, October 19, 5:30-6:45 p.m. SPUR Urban Center, 654 Mission Street, S.F. Wednesday 20th Street Protected Bikeway Ribbon Cutting. The Oakland Department of Transportation, city officials, Bike East Bay and other community partners will celebrate the completion of the 19th Street BART to Lake Merritt Urban Greenway. Wednesday, October 21, 1:30 p.m. 400 Thomas L Berkley Way, Oakland. Thursday 2026 Silver SPUR Awards. This SPUR event brings together elected officials and business, civic, and philanthropic leaders to celebrate four individuals and their contributions. Thursday, October 22, 4-7:30 p.m. Blue Shield of California Theater at YBCA, 700 Howard Street, S.F. Get tickets here. Friday Woman and Non-Binary Morning Ride. Join the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition for a socially distanced bike ride for women and nonbinary cyclists. Friday, October 23, 7:15-8:45 a.m. McLaren Lodge, 501 Stanyan Street, S.F. Friday Muni Trivia Night. Bring your friends or come solo and make some new ones. Friday, October 23, 7:30 p.m. Standard Deviant Brewing, Pier 70, suite 195, 1070 Maryland Street, S.F. RSVP here. Saturday Fifth Annual Firefighter Family Ride. Join SFFD, SF Safe Routes to School, and the SF Bicycle Coalition for a fun, low-stress bike ride through one of the city’s most beautiful routes. Saturday, October 24, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Panhandle Park Blacktop (Fell & Ashbury) to JFK Promenade (Whale’s Tail). Sunday Canvas for No on Prop G. Join the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition to canvas for No on ‘G’ to save Sunset Dunes Park. Sunday, October 25, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Marina Blvd & Laguna Street, S.F. Got an event we should know about? Drop us a line.
Jesse Eisenberg claims he couldn’t get ‘movie studio parts anymore’ after “Batman v Superman”
The Oscar-nominated actor, screenwriter, and director said he began penning films “just to kind of keep my career afloat.”
Katie Hensien Returns to Sölden With Unfinished Business
Katie Hensien, Sölden 2025, GEPA picturesAfter an injury interrupted another promising World Cup season, the Stifel U.S. Ski Team veteran returns to the Rettenbach Glacier healthy, confident, and hungry for more.In October 2024, Katie Hensien pushed out of the starting gate at
Trump Says Renovations on Disputed DC Golf Course Will Begin Immediately
A federal judge has ordered tree cutting halted at the city course as she considers a lawsuit over the legality of the administration’s plans.
Deputies: Pickens Co. business owner holds intoxicated burglary suspect at gunpoint
The Pickens County Sheriff's Office said a business owner held an intoxicated burglary suspect at gunpoint until deputies arrived.
Shop These Businesses for Down Syndrome Awareness Month
October is Down Syndrome Awareness month so TODAY’s Ally Love is spotlighting six incredible small businesses from the National Down Syndrome Society all founded by entrepreneurs who have Down syndrome, including The Jam Man Sweet Heat Jam, Two Fresh Brothers and more. See all their creations!
Novant Health to host drive-thru medicine take-back
Residents can drop off unused medications, syringes and vaping devices for free Saturday at Novant Health’s drive-thru collection event.
Elissa Slotkin Wants to scare, threaten Young Republicans Away from Politics! Robby Soave
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UM College of Business ranks among nation's top 15% of public undergraduate programs
The University of Montana College of Business ranks among the top 15% of public undergraduate business programs nationwide, according to the 2027 U.S. News & Wo
VOTE: What is your biggest fall health question?
News4 NBC Reno covers news, sports, weather and traffic for the Reno, Nevada area including Sparks, Carson City, Virginia City, Silver City, Stagecoach, Silver Springs, Sun Valley, Cold Springs, Spanish Springs and Fenley, Nevada and Truckee and Tahoe City, California.
FNBC promotes Rush, Howard
FNBC has announced the promotion of Matt Rush to Community President for Izard County and Ryan Howard to executive vice president, chief revenue officer. Rush will serve as Community President...
The David Moyes Frustrations Continue at Everton
Everton manager David Moyes is someone who splits opinion among the fanbase, despite only recently suffering their first loss of the Premier League season.
Add a Handful of This Fall Food to Boost Fiber and Antioxidants, Dietitian Says
In TODAY.com’s Expert Tip of the Day, a dietitian shares her favorite fall food to add a sprinkle of nutrients to meals.
San Antonio Spurs vs. OKC Thunder: How to watch the 2026 NBA season opener: TV channel, where to stream, schedule and more
Illinois Election Day 2026: Early voting expands across Chicago, suburbs
In Illinois, Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Elizabeth Holmes documentary stuns entertainment industry with $15 million opening weekend
CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin reports on the latest news.
DOJ Revives Business Review Letters, Then Withdraws One
The DOJ relaunched its business review letter program, letting companies seek advance views on proposed conduct. The guidance is narrow, public, nonbinding, and can become outdated as facts or markets change. Companies must disclose substantial information, and the DOJ may decline to respond—so the program offers some guidance, but not immunity or certainty.
Australian lawmaker Helen Haines in critical condition after vehicle attack
Australian lawmaker Helen Haines was in a critical condition on Monday after being deliberately struck by a car outside her office.
Opinion: Helping families requires partners to work together
Community partners, businesses, philanthropy, and government came together to make a program like Rx Kids possible, writes Yazeed Moore of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.
Solon’s mayor finds new ways to grow city even as it runs out of land
Solon Mayor Eddy Kraus credits early zoning, tax incentives and a 'Say Yes' culture for turning the suburb into a 900-company industrial powerhouse.
Governor Greg Abbott doesn't believe the polls and says Texans will put him in office for a fourth term
In an interview with Lone Star Politics, Republican Texas Governor Greg Abbott makes a lot of news. He commits to tough new data center laws next session. He explains why he doesn’t want to debate his opponent in November, State lawmaker Gina Hinojosa. And he lays out his priorities if elected once again.
At a Last-Hope Health Clinic, Desperation, Kindness and Fear for What’s Next
These doctors and community health workers are a safety net for patients losing coverage as premiums soar and Medicaid cuts mount, even as their clinic struggles to stay afloat.
Lone Star Politics: Oct. 18, 2026
Our Lone Star Politics sits down with Governor Greg Abbott to talk about the midterm elections. Plus, a closer look at the race for Tarrant County District Attorney.
Researchers have uncovered a likely origin of our allergies
While bacteria and viruses set off immediate alarm in our immune system, allergies follow a different path.
Researchers have uncovered a likely origin of our allergies
While bacteria and viruses set off immediate alarm in our immune system, allergies follow a different path.
Advance Could Lead to Bigger, More Reliable Quantum Computers, University of Edinburgh Scientists Say
Researchers developed an algorithm that allows standard computers to simulate photonic quantum devices.
19 Danbury eateries cited for serious violations in September 2026
Danbury's health department did 57 inspections in September 2026, leading to serious violations for 19 establishments, reports show.
Bay Area sports calendar, Oct. 19-20
Cecilia Zandalasini and the Valkyries will face the Dream in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals at Chase Center at 5 p.m. Monday. (USA CNBC E!)
Warriors Get Terrible Update For Historically Old NBA Roster
Everyone knows the Golden State Warriors are entering the NBA season with an aging roster, but the team is even older than most realize. Rotoworld did a study that confirmed the Warriors are the oldest team in the league with an average age of 29.39 years old. Top players like Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and […] The post Warriors Get Terrible Update For Historically Old NBA Roster appeared first on HEAVY.
Rosenberg ’30: Ending study abroad to Israel would be putting politics above education
Rosenberg ’30: Ending study abroad to Israel would be putting politics above education
Road projects in St. Clair Shores, Greektown challenge businesses
Businesses navigating adversity, some gains through road construction projects in St. Clair Shores and Greektown
NBCUniversal’s shoppable TV business is seeing a boost from shows like ‘Traitors’ and ‘Love Island USA’
Viewers can now buy products from about 12 of their favorite NBCUniversal shows, including "Top Chef" and "Below Deck."
Sunday Night Football: Packers move to 4-2 with 23-13 victory over Cowboys
Green Bay has won three games in a row after a strong defensive performance against Dallas on Sunday night.
Jesse Eisenberg, Julianne Moore bring curtain down on London Film Festival with 'The Debut'
By Francesca Halliwell LONDON, Oct 18 (Reuters) - Actor-filmmaker Jesse Eisenberg said he wrote the lead role in his musical comedy "The Debut" with Julianne Moore in mind, praising the
Obama calls Trump officials’ investigation of Ilhan Omar ‘appalling’
The former president posted a lengthy statement calling President Donald Trump’s treatment of Ilhan Omar a “transparent” effort to intimidate her.
Calgary Flames Make Intriguing Lineup Decisions Ahead Of Hurricanes Clash
The Calgary Flames will face off with the mighty Carolina Hurricanes, and they have made their decision on a starting goaltender.Per Daily Faceoff and Pat Steinberg, Devin Cooley will get the nod when the puck drops between the Flames and Hurricanes. So far, Cooley has struggled alongside most of the Flames. He lost both of […] The post Calgary Flames Make Intriguing Lineup Decisions Ahead Of Hurricanes Clash appeared first on HEAVY.
DR Congo’s fast-moving Ebola outbreak spreads to eighth province
The Health Ministry has recorded two cases, including one death, in Nord-Ubangi province. Both people were men in their 20s, the ministry said.
Early voting expands Monday in Chicago, suburban Cook County and across the suburbs
Photo identification is not required but it can be helpful if there is a question about voter registration, address or signature.
NBAA-BACE Flight Deck Launches Bizav Expert Sessions
Panels tackle cyberthreats, the MRO crunch, and the C-band auction
Carrot Top speaks out for the first time following suicide attempt
Comedian Carrot Top is breaking his silence, nearly a month after he was hospitalized following a suicide attempt.
Streaming’s Biggest Show Returns…and a Buzzy Genre Struggles
(Welcome to my weekly streaming ratings report, the single best guide to what’s popular in streaming TV and what isn’t. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. If you were forwarded this email, please subscribe to get these insights each week.) Obviously, the big news of the week (if not month) is Netflix letting go of executive Bela Bajaria, their chief content officer. I’m going to cover this in my next “Most Important Story of the Week”, but I also have a data angle that I might publish before then. (Too much news this month, am I right?) But first, I have a bonus Streaming Ratings Report issue for you. Today’s article is a bit of a grab bag of topics I’ve wanted to write about, but couldn’t squeeze into the (already very long) Streaming Ratings Report issues. The NFL drives huge viewership numbers, so I’ve got a look at that. A whole bunch of TV shows returned to the traditional broadcast channels, and I have thoughts. And I have a quick look at adult animated shows, since a couple flopped earlier this month. Plus, the Emmys aired earlier this month, and we got some fun data bout how popular those nominated shows are and why I’m not optimistic about the show’s future. That’s a lot, so let’s dive right in. Subscribe Sports - Football Remains the King of Streaming Over the last two Streaming Ratings Reports, I sorta ignored the biggest “show” each week. (I was tempted to say “piece of content” but I know that word bugs folks.) In my database, I call these “specials”, and they sure are special. I speak of the king of American TV: football!!! Streaming football is back and, unlike some other sports, it routinely dominates all viewership. Probably the best way to show this is to update one of my favorite graphics, the “40 Million Hour Club”1 since football games have joined that club each week they’ve premiered: (Yep, that’s the data through 28-Sep, the first four weeks of the season. As a reminder, I take the average minute audience provided by Nielsen, factor out a percentage of linear TV viewers in home markets, and multiply the run time by the three-hour runtime.) Again, the numbers are huge. Let’s start with Netflix. They grabbed the rights to the bonus opening week NFL Kickoff game (which was on YouTube last year) and it put up 18.5 million viewers on average. That nets out to 47.4 million hours of estimated streaming hours. That’s good! Though, notably, it’s well below Christmas Day games from previous years. Compared to other streamers/broadcasters, that’s a bit of a mixed result. On one hand, Netflix’s 18.5 million average is about what YouTube claimed last year, though Nielsen used a bespoke methodology at that time, so I trust this viewership figure more. So that’s good. (The game also shifted from a Friday to a Thursday and that could have helped the viewership as well.) And Netflix continues to best Prime Video in total viewership—as you’ll see next—though Netflix has had much higher-profile (opening week and Christmas Day) games. NBC/Peacock’s opening game the night before averaged 25.1 million average viewers, which is just much bigger than Netflix (or Prime Video). That’s the big caveat to all streaming viewership records: even in success, they can’t compete with traditional linear TV. Previously, I called this my “hierarchy of viewership”, and the data keeps supporting that thesis. The downside for NBC is that this game’s viewership was down compared to previous years, though it may be a counting issue. Here’s a great chart from Sports Media Watch: Indeed, looking at all the opening week games across all windows, Netflix still lags the other primetime windows, but does well compared to the afternoon games: I saw a few folks make the case that streamers still lag traditional broadcasters in reach, and I’d add they really lag compared to “broadcast plus streaming” options like NBC/Peacock, ESPN/Disney+ and CBS/Paramount+. The best data I saw for this came from Samba TV, who charted reach through the 2025 season, and, wow. (Samba TV’s numbers are historically lower than Nielsen’s, so don’t compare their household figures to Nielsen’s hours, but use them as a proxy for the relative reach of the streamers.) The good news is Prime Video is NOT having a down year. Their opening Thursday Night Football game reached 18.6 million viewers (about what Netflix got), but that’s a high for Prime Video on Thursdays and the biggest Thursday night game since 2015. The TNF games the weeks of 21-Sep and 28-Sep continued this streak, getting 43.1 (16.8 million average viewers) and 42.5 total hours (16.6 million average viewers), which were both up from last year. Still, that continues the (typical) season slide: (For those new-to-streaming-football-numbers folks, the viewership declines for Thursday Night Football as the year goes along.) Overall, it appears as if Prime Video is now part of the “football habit”, be it for customers at home or out at places like bars and restaurants. And its viewership is slowly catching up to broadcast. One last chart shows this. Last season, Nielsen started adding out-of-home viewership to the charts, so I try not to do season-to-season comparisons as I did for the first few years. And while Nielsen added Big Data viewing this year, I’m going to compare the last two seasons. Here’s that chart, which shows the season-over-season gains: When it comes to streaming football, we have to keep a few seemingly contradictory thoughts in our head… First, streaming doesn’t come close to matching broadcast’s reach and, thus, viewership. Second, even with that gap, football is still the biggest “thing” on streaming. It’s very, very popular. Third, while some methodology changes have likely helped Prime Video’s numbers, their viewership does appear to be growing. Lastly, yeah, the NFL started the season off poorly, with week one dragging down the numbers in year-over-year comparisons. However—and again, methodology changes may have helped this—the viewership grew compared to previous seasons over the next couple of weeks. So football is still king. On streaming and off. Television - Adult Animation Continues to NOT Make the Streaming Charts In the last two reports, two adult-animated shows whiffed: Netflix’s animated comedy, Dang! Paramount+’s Sega-video-game-inspired fantasy/comedy, Golden Axe. Neither made the charts, but that’s usually the case for animated shows. I mean, here’s literally every animated show that’s made the Nielsen Original charts since the start of 2025: And one of those shows is G_abby’s Dollhouse_! A kids show! The problem with charts like this is that they don’t give you a sense of how many shows miss the charts. Netflix had at least eleven animated flops, including comedies like Big Mouth (a show everyone assumed was popular in the pre-Streaming Ratings Era), Long Story Short, Haunted Hotel, Mating Season, Strip Law, and Alley Cats, and action shows like Blood of Zeus, Castlevania: Nocturne, Devil May Cry, Splinter Cell: Deathwatch, and Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft. Prime Video had at least six animated misses, two in the same universe (Hazbin Hotel, Helluva Boss), three more comedies (#1 Happy Family USA, The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy and Kevin) and an action show (The Mighty Nein). Disney+ had MCU and Star Wars animated misses (Eyes of Wakanda, Marvel Zombies, Star Wars: Visions, Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, and Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld) but I can’t tell how many of those shows were geared towards adults. HBO Max had Harley Quinn and Hulu had Solar Opposites. None of these shows made the charts! That’s a lot of misses! If I remade the chart with all those misses, here’s how it would look: Listen, I know the counter arguments. First, it’s cheaper to produce animated shows than live action. Fair enough, but with viewership this low, even that cheaper price point starts to not matter. Second, just look at the acquired charts. Hit animated comedies can generate viewership for years! Shows like The Simpsons, South Park, Family Guy, and Bob’s Burgers do really, really well. Fair enough, but streaming has failed to recreate the dynamic that Fox has mastered so well. That’s a problem for streaming still. Television - Emmys! The annual Emmys broadcast was a few weeks ago, and I’ve got data on how the nominees performed on streaming, plus hot takes on this year’s viewership (and the big news about the broadcast’s, er, streamcast’s future). We’re just getting started with this issue, but the rest is for paid subscribers of the Entertainment Strategy Guy, so if you’d like to find out… The top Emmy-nominated shows… ...why I’m worried about the future of the Emmys telecast... ...the pros of broadcast television ...and the cons... ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support. Coming Soon! Next week, we’ve got a double issue (since the weeks of 21-Sep and 28-Sep were so light), but then I’ll be all caught up after a deluge of streaming ratings data from Nielsen in September. In the meantime, I’m going to try to take a look at Netflix’s stats to explain why Bela Bajaria is out. But even light weeks give me plenty to talk about. The Great British Baking Show returns to Netflix and Apple TV has a buzzy new star-studded comedy. And Netflix has a controversial-but-appears-to-be-popular new game show. Plus big films like Toy Story 5, Backrooms and The Breadwinner head to streaming. And is East of Eden a hit? After that, The Kardashians return to Hulu, Prime Video has a reboot of Carrie, and Netflix has a horror show, Below. Disclosure Day heads to Peacock, The Housemaid heads to HBO Max_,_ a new Ben Affleck film, Animals, lands on Netflix, and Apple TV has a new John Cena action film based on, checks notes, Hasbro’s Matchbox toys. Okay. Longterm, some interesting TV production news. HBO Max ordered How to Survive Without Me, starring Kaley Cuoco, Joshua Jackson, Ray Romano and Rita Wilson, for fifteen episodes! I love that some streamers (or, at least, HBO Max) are finally ordering TV shows with more than eight episodes. In less wise production news, Landman does not appear to be coming back this year, since it just started production. Frankly, I don’t love this (get your shows out on time) but Landman is so popular, I doubt it matters.
2028 Presidential ‘Shadow Primary’ Descends on the Midterm Elections
The schedule is especially packed in New Hampshire, an early presidential nominating state where there is a competitive Senate race Democrats are flocking to this month.
Massachusetts Republican lieutenant governor candidate suspends campaign after OUI arrest
Police said Shawn Oliver’s vehicle overturned after hitting five parked vehicles, two of which were extensively damaged.
Learn Why The Bull Case For Madison Square Garden Entertainment Stock Could Change Following Revenue Jump
Madison Square Garden Entertainment reported revenue of US$1.1b, up 13% year on year, supported by the New York Knicks’ NBA Championship run and record sales for its Christmas Spectacular. The 30 day Harry Styles residency now under way at the Garden underscores how concentrated, high profile bookings can deepen event utilization across an already busy venue portfolio. We will look at how Madison Square Garden Entertainment’s investment narrative is affected by this 13% revenue jump and...
Obama Defends Rep. Ilhan Omar Amid Trump Administration Inquiry
Federal agents searched Ms. Omar’s Washington home last week and issued subpoenas to some family members in search of evidence of fraud in immigration paperwork.
The Elizabeth Holmes documentary is crushing it at the box office. See how much it's made so far.
Nathan Fielders nearly three-hour documentary about disgraced entrepreneur Elizabeth Holmes is running up numbers at the box office
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