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Philadelphia 76ers star rookie receives major NBA acknowledgement

Philadelphia 76ers star rookie V.J. Edgecombe was acknowledged by the NBA for his productive play throughout the month of March. On Thursday, the league announced that Edgecombe has officially been named the Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month for games played in March. The acknowledgement is the first career monthly award for Edgecombe, who becomes the eighth player in Sixers franchise history to be named Rookie of the Month.

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Apr 2 • 3:51 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Everyone wants to own a piece of the Bay Area’s new women’s sports franchise

From Warriors head coach Steve Kerr to former athletes including Abby Wambach and Natalie Coughlin, LOVB San Francisco has more than 50 owners.

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Apr 2 • 9:00 AM EDT • Sports • sfstandard.com
Bernie Sanders and Greg Casar Want to Keep Sports Teams in Their Home Communities

They announced a bill that aims to keep professional sports franchises in their local communities.

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Mar 31 • 3:02 PM EDT • Sports • vtdigger.org
Xbox and Fanta Team Up for a Special-Edition Collection - With Prizes and In-Game Rewards to be Claimed

To celebrate Xbox’s 25th anniversary, Xbox and Fanta have partnered to launch a delicious special-edition collection of Fanta bottles and cans inspired by iconic Xbox franchises.

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Mar 31 • 9:00 AM EDT • Technology • news.xbox.com
Masai Ujiri joins ownership group of WNBA's Toronto Tempo

Former Raptors president Masai Ujiri has joined the ownership group of the city's new WNBA franchise.

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Mar 31 • 5:59 AM EDT • Sports • espn.com
Michael Soroka throws immaculate 5th inning in Arizona Diamondbacks debut

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Michael Soroka threw an immaculate fifth inning on Monday night against the Detroit Tigers, becoming the fourth pitcher in franchise history to strike out three straight batters on nine pitches. The 28-year-old Soroka made quick work of Javier Baez, Kerry Carpenter and Gleyber Torres, blowing a 95 mph fastball past Torres for his 10th strikeout of the game, which tied a career high.

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Mar 31 • 12:08 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Deus Ex game studio Eidos Montreal cuts 124 jobs

Eidos Montreal, which worked on games from the Deus Ex and Tomb Raider franchises, stated that 124 people are being laid off.

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Mar 30 • 4:50 PM EDT • Technology • engadget.com
Focus: Priced low, growing fast: women's sports draw smart money

Wealthy investors are increasingly turning to women's sports as a rare opportunity to tap into ​a fast-growing market at lower valuations, favoring strong returns over the high entry costs and limited upside of marquee men's franchises in the NFL or ‌the UK's Premier League.

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Mar 30 • 8:54 AM EDT • Sports • reuters.com
Krafton shutters free-to-play PUBG spin-off after two months, in line with policy of using Early Access to "quickly validate a game’s potential"

Company abandons top-down shooter after two months of declining player counts, despite franchise delivering record revenues

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Mar 30 • 7:00 AM EDT • Technology • gamesindustry.biz
Seth Jarvis Reaches 30 Goal Mark For Third Straight Season

Jarvis joins Hurricanes legends, securing his third consecutive 30-goal season. His consistent elite scoring solidifies his place in franchise history.

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Mar 29 • 2:37 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Denver Summit shatters NWSL crowd record with 63,004 fans at Mile High

Denver was awarded the 16th NWSL franchise in January 2025 for a reported expansion fee of $110 million.

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Mar 29 • 11:59 AM EDT • Sports • nbcnews.com
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How Much Is a Home Team Worth?

As wealthy team owners threaten to relocate their franchises to secure stadium subsidies, a new bill aims to give cities a fairer chance at keeping them at home.

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Mar 29 • 6:00 AM EDT • Sports • newyorker.com
How Jaxson Dart's presence has changed everything for NY Giants

A year ago, the Giants were in the middle of a desperate search for their franchise QB. Jaxson Dart has completely altered the narrative.

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Mar 29 • 4:01 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Lakers’ PA announcer Lawrence Tanter misses game because of ‘health matter’

When the Lakers hosted the Nets on Friday, there was an iconic deep voice missing inside of Crypto.com Arena. Longtime franchise public address announcer Lawrence Tanter wasn’t in attendance for...

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Mar 27 • 11:11 PM EDT • Health • nypost.com
The Sports Bra announces location of downtown Indianapolis franchise
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Mar 27 • 3:05 PM EDT • Sports • wthr.com
Poppy Playtime Chapter 6 Plans, Film Adaptation: Mob Entertainment

Survival horror game "Poppy Playtime" launched its fifth installment Feb. 18, breaking records set by the video game franchise's previous debuts.

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Mar 27 • 1:40 PM EDT • Entertainment • variety.com
Resident Evil Lore Master Reflects on What Requiem Got Right and Wrong as the Franchise Returned to Raccoon City and 'Retconned' Its Destruction

Resident Evil's unofficial lore master has weighed in with his thoughts on Resident Evil Requiem, which adds a sizable new chapter filled with story revelations to Capcom's veteran horror franchise.

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Mar 27 • 9:17 AM EDT • Technology • ign.com
New bill aims to keep professional sports teams in their home city

A new bill would make it more difficult for professional sports team owners to relocate their franchises by giving communities the right of first refusal.

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Mar 26 • 9:50 PM EDT • Sports • wafb.com
New bill aims to keep professional sports teams in their home city

A new bill would make it more difficult for professional sports team owners to relocate their franchises by giving communities the right of first refusal.

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Mar 26 • 9:50 PM EDT • Sports • localnewslive.com
Iconic 'Star Trek' Costumes and Props Beam Into London’s Science Museum

The Science Museum is staging a display of Star Trek props and costumes to coincide with the franchise's 60 anniversary.

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Mar 26 • 2:55 PM EDT • Science • news.artnet.com
Progressives on Capitol Hill want to rein in sports franchise relocations

U.S. Rep. Greg Casar and U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders said their Home Team Act would stop rich owners from leveraging big taxpayer subsidies.

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Mar 26 • 1:25 PM EDT • Sports • sanantonioreport.org
One Roof Sports & Entertainment ready to make NBA Seattle bid after league vote

The wait remains to see if other groups will get involved in the pursuit of an NBA franchise in Seattle, but the only organization to express its intent so far is ready for whatever the next steps call for.

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Mar 26 • 11:19 AM EDT • Entertainment • sportsbusinessjournal.com
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Pokémon Champions' removal of IVs led to a "heated discussion" with one of the franchise's original devs

Settle it...with a Pokémon battle!

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Mar 26 • 8:00 AM EDT • Technology • gonintendo.com
NBA expansion: Seattle and Las Vegas could host new teams after league board of governors vote

The NBA's board of governors vote to allow the league to explore potential expansion franchises in Seattle and Las Vegas.

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Mar 25 • 12:53 PM EDT • Sports • bbc.com
EQB welcomes Daniel Rethazy as EVP, Personal Banking, adding top banking talent to reignite core business growth and execute on transformation

EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) today announces Daniel Rethazy's appointment as Executive Vice President, Personal Banking. Mr. Rethazy brings deep experience in Canadian Banking to EQB that will accelerate momentum and unlock a new era of growth for the company's Personal Banking franchise, delivering a more competitive and rewarding banking experience, and a stronger and more resilient banking industry for all Canadians.

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Mar 25 • 8:35 AM EDT • Business • finance.yahoo.com
Stephen Colbert to write next ‘Lord of the Rings’ movie after leaving late night

Stephen Colbert already has a new job lined up for when he ends his 11-year run as host of “The Late Show” in May – the comedian and well-known J.R.R. Tolkien superfan announced he will co-write and develop a new film in the blockbuster “Lord of the Rings” franchise.

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Mar 25 • 5:33 AM EDT • Entertainment • cnn.com
Kraken create One Roof Sports & Entertainment in expected pursuit of NBA expansion team

Kraken owner Samanatha Holloway created the umbrella brand One Roof Sports & Entertainment on Monday, a transaction that gives her a majority stake in Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena and is a likely precursor to a bid for an NBA expansion franchise.

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Mar 23 • 2:06 PM EDT • Sports • sportsbusinessjournal.com
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Kraken create One Roof Sports & Entertainment in expected pursuit of NBA expansion team

Kraken owner Samanatha Holloway created the umbrella brand One Roof Sports & Entertainment on Monday, a transaction that gives her a majority stake in Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena and is a likely precursor to a bid for an NBA expansion franchise.

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Mar 23 • 2:06 PM EDT • Entertainment • sportsbusinessjournal.com
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From radio to newsreels to Netflix, Yankees chart course through entertainment history

For more than a century, the Yankees have been more than a baseball team. The sport’s most storied franchise is a pop culture touchstone, a versatile backdrop that serves as both a symbol of excellence and a punchline across television, movies and more. So as the Yankees prepare to break

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Mar 23 • 1:35 PM EDT • Entertainment • mlb.com
Every NFL franchise's biggest position to improve, plus free agency and draft solutions

The Cowboys need to add to their defense, and they have the draft capital to make it happen.

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Mar 23 • 8:00 AM EDT • Sports • cbssports.com
‘Project Hail Mary’ blasts off with $80.5 million, a best for Amazon MGM, and the year

Studio estimates on Sunday say Amazon MGM's “Project Hail Mary” has topped the North American box office charts with $80.5 million in ticket sales — the second biggest ever for a non-franchise film.

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Mar 22 • 4:55 PM EDT • Entertainment • scrippsnews.com
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Open-world adventure game CookieRun: New World announced for console, PC, and mobile

Devsisters has announced CookieRun: New World, an open-world adventure game based on the CookieRun mobile game franchise with over 300 million players and more than $1 billion in lifetime revenue. …

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Mar 20 • 10:48 PM EDT • Technology • gematsu.com
GOP Senator says while disenfranchisement is ‘not the intent’ of SAVE America act, ‘we will see that’
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Mar 20 • 1:33 PM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
Markiplier to Microdramas: The Ankler x NAB Show’s Future of Entertainment

Share Subscribe Vegas, baby! The Ankler is heading back to NAB Show for a second year in a row — and doubling down on conversations with the smartest people in the industry. From April 18–22, we’re partnering again with the industry’s biggest media and tech gathering to break down the Business of Media and Entertainment as it’s actually evolving: faster, riskier and increasingly driven by new formats, new audiences and new power players. This curated series will bring together top creators, executives and innovators to tackle the forces reshaping the industry — from the AI disruption of Hollywood’s creative ecosystem to the rise of the creator economy, shifting audience behavior and the changing economics of production. We’ll be rolling out more programming in the coming weeks — including top speakers from leading AI studios, prediction markets and beyond — so keep an eye on the Business of Media and Entertainment hub. But first up, we’re announcing two panels about what’s actually working in Hollywood: The Scary-Smart Business of Horror A good scare has become one of the entertainment economy’s most reliable engines. With disciplined budgets, built-in fandoms and global box office upside, horror consistently outperforms. From theatrical releases to streaming-first originals and creator-driven IP, the genre is artistically flexible and financially durable — and one of the last truly communal experiences for Gen Z and Gen Alpha audiences. Join YouTube creator Mark Fischbach, aka Markiplier, whose independent feature Iron Lung earned more than $50 million at the global box office, Atomic Monster president Michael Clear and screenwriter Akela Cooper (M3GAN, Malignant) for a conversation moderated by Like & Subscribe’s Natalie Jarvey about why horror travels so effectively across platforms and borders, how studios and independents are building sustainable genre pipelines and why the next wave of breakout franchises may emerge from unexpected sources. Inside the Microdrama Boom Short-form serialized storytelling is having a major moment. Microdramas, social-native series and creator-led narratives are capturing massive audiences with low-cost, rapid production cycles and direct-to-fan distribution. What was once dismissed as niche or experimental is now attracting major platform investment. Moderated by Jarvey, this panel of microdrama creators and executives — including one of the format’s top stars and producers, Kasey Esser, and Dhar Mann Studios’ head of vertical content, Erin McFarlane — examines how format innovation, fandom dynamics and algorithmic discovery are reshaping the economics of scripted storytelling and what traditional studios can learn from these agile models. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Lynne@theankler.com Share

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Mar 19 • 6:34 PM EDT • Entertainment • theankler.com
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Maxx Crosby Trade Attempt Shows Ravens’ New Aggresive Strategy

The Baltimore Ravens rarely chase blockbuster trades, but their pursuit of Maxx Crosby suggested a different level of urgency. The trade suggested an “all in” motto from a franchise that is known for patience and draft-driven roster building. The deal ultimately fell apart before it could be finalized. Even so, the attempt revealed a willingness […] The post Maxx Crosby Trade Attempt Shows Ravens’ New Aggresive Strategy appeared first on The Lead.

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Mar 19 • 1:58 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Republicans hope to label Democrats as party of election fraud in voter ID debate

Democrats say the bill could disenfranchise millions of Americans including women, minorities and low-income Americans.

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Mar 18 • 7:33 AM EDT • Politics • detroitnews.com
AlphaGraphics named a Top 100 Franchise for Women by Franchise Business Review

AlphaGraphics, a leading franchisor of printing and marketing solutions, announced today that it is one of only 100 franchise brands recognized by Franchise Business Review as a 2026 Top Franchise for Women.

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Mar 18 • 7:05 AM EDT • Business • finance.yahoo.com
Washington Spirit Named Finalist for Sports Business Journal’s 2026 Sports Team of the Year

Washington, D.C. (03/17/2025) – The Washington Spirit has been named one of seven finalists for Sports Business Journal’s 2026 Sports Team of the Year Award, marking the first time the organization has been a nominee for the illustrious annual award. Sports Team of the Year honors a best-in-class organization that demonstrates excellence, influence, innovation and creativity in the business practices of operating a sports franchise across all […]

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Mar 17 • 9:23 AM EDT • Sports • washingtonspirit.com
Washington Spirit Named Finalist for Sports Business Journal’s 2026 Sports Team of the Year

Washington, D.C. (03/17/2025) – The Washington Spirit has been named one of seven finalists for Sports Business Journal’s 2026 Sports Team of the Year Award, marking the first time the organization has been a nominee for the illustrious annual award. Sports Team of the Year honors a best-in-class organization that demonstrates excellence, influence, innovation and creativity in the business practices of operating a sports franchise across all […]

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Mar 17 • 9:23 AM EDT • Business • washingtonspirit.com
What to know about NBA expansion: Return of the Sonics? Las Vegas High Rollers?

The NBA disclosed it will explore the possibility of expanding to 32 teams with franchises in Las Vegas and Seattle in time for the 2028-29 season.

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Mar 16 • 10:18 PM EDT • Sports • usatoday.com
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Mob Entertainment Expands the World of Poppy Playtime with New Official Online Merchandise Store

Fans can now explore an official destination for exclusive collectibles, toys, and apparel inspired by the hit horror franchise and new items exclusive to Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5 PlaytimeCo.Store Merch Header PlaytimeCo.Store Merch Header PlaytimeCo.Store Merch Header 2 PlaytimeCo.Store Merch Header 2 PlaytimeCo.Store Official Commercial LOS ANGELES, March 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mob Entertainment, the powerhouse behind the viral indie horror phenomenon Poppy Playtime, has officially laun

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Mar 16 • 2:35 PM EDT • Entertainment • finance.yahoo.com
Former Canuck Makes Franchise History With New Team
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Mar 12 • 12:31 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Women’s sports bar coming to Maine

The Sports Bra, which kicked off a trend of bars dedicated to showing women's games, plans to open its fifth franchise location in Portland.

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Mar 12 • 12:00 PM EDT • Sports • pressherald.com
McDonald's rolls out 'McValue 2.0' menu with $3 items, $4 meals after years of post-pandemic price hikes

The fast-food giant unveils its "McValue 2.0" strategy, with affordable breakfast and McNugget deals as franchisees align on fixing the chain's affordability gap.

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Mar 12 • 9:51 AM EDT • Business • foxbusiness.com
NWSL to award its 18th franchise this year, team expected to begin play in 2028

The NWSL opens its 2026 season this weekend with two new teams, the Boston Legacy and the Denver Summit.

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Mar 11 • 4:08 PM EDT • Sports • spectrumnews1.com
Macklin Celebrini or Matthew Schaefer? Choosing who to start NHL franchise with

San Jose Hockey now's Sheng Peng asked current and past NHL coaches, scouts and executives to choose between Macklin Celebrini and Matthew Schaefer.

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Mar 11 • 11:09 AM EDT • Sports • nbcsportsbayarea.com
Fitness Meets Franchise: The Business Model Behind Iron Bodyfit’s 25-Minute Workout

Today, Iron Bodyfit’s black-and-red studios are not just places to train but also an emerging opportunity for small business ownership in a competitive market.

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Mar 9 • 1:20 PM EDT • Business • usatoday.com
Battlefield 6 teams hit with layoffs despite ‘biggest launch in franchise history’

Another one.

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Mar 9 • 12:28 PM EDT • Technology • theverge.com
Bam Adebayo joins Dwyane Wade in Miami Heat history books

Some franchise history for Adebayo.

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Mar 9 • 12:01 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
The Game Business Is Bigger Than Ever. So Why Are So Many Having Problems?

The game industry is generating more revenue than ever, but most of the industry is struggling, as fans focus on Roblox and a few other franchises, two new reports detail

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Mar 7 • 3:42 PM EST • Business • forbes.com
NetEase to Stop Funding Nagoshi Studio as It Cuts Back on Gaming

NetEase Inc. will cut off funding to the studio led by Yakuza franchise creator Toshihiro Nagoshi, the latest to be affected by the Chinese company’s broader strategy to shrink game development activities.

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Mar 7 • 2:55 AM EST • Technology • bloomberg.com
Ravens shock NFL with aggressive Maxx Crosby trade

For the first time in the Ravens' history, the franchise will use a first-round pick to trade for a player.

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Mar 6 • 10:03 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Houston Texans Legend J.J. Watt Named to Houston Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026

The Harris County-Houston Sports Authority has named J.J. Watt as the first inductee of the Houston Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The announcement took place at Rice University during an event celebrating the upcoming 2026 World Cup. Watt, a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year, spent ten seasons with the Texans and remains the franchise leader in sacks. Beyond his legendary on-field performance, he is celebrated for raising over $41 million for Hurricane Harvey relief, a feat that earned him the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award. He joins a prestigious group of local icons like Hakeem Olajuwon and Nolan Ryan.

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Mar 5 • 12:02 PM EST • Sports • fox26houston.com
From Alec Pierce to Tyreek Hill: Ranking the wide receivers who could define 2026 NFL free agency

George Pickens, the projected top free agent WR, received the franchise tag.

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Mar 4 • 10:11 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
SVG in Indy: Pacers Sports & Entertainment Remotely Produces Broadcasts of G League’s Noblesville Boom

The production method, which spans a distance of 36.2 miles, was designed and implemented by the Pacers’ in-house engineers When the Noblesville Boom became an official franchise in spring 2025,...

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Mar 4 • 7:00 AM EST • Entertainment • sportsvideo.org
NFL news, live updates: Jets reportedly franchise tag RB Breece Hall ahead of Tuesday's deadline; Seahawks not expected to tag Kenneth Walker III
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Mar 3 • 12:17 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
NFL news, live updates: Jets reportedly franchise tag RB Breece Hall ahead of Tuesday's deadline; Lions trade RB David Montgomery to Texans
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Mar 3 • 11:44 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Ilitch Sports + Entertainment Announces Launch of Detroit SportsNet

Ilitch Sports + Entertainment announces the launch of Detroit SportsNet (DSN), a year-round broadcast home for two of Detroit's franchises. With flexible options to watch via cable/satellite television packages and...

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Mar 3 • 5:30 AM EST • Entertainment • sportsvideo.org
Actor Bruce Campbell announces cancer diagnosis

Star of The Evil Dead franchise Bruce Campbell announced Monday that he is battling a “treatable” but “not curable” form of cancer. Campbell did not reveal the type of cancer he is battling, but sa…

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Mar 3 • 1:09 AM EST • Entertainment • ktla.com
Sporting JAX announces St. Johns Town location for stadium, new sports, entertainment district

Sporting JAX, the area’s newest professional sports franchise, took the wraps off its much-anticipated stadium plans on Monday, announcing that the soccer club will plant its permanent home in the St. Johns Town Center area. Billed as a “transformative mixed-use sporting and entertainment district,” the hub will feature everything from residences, retail and entertainment. The crown jewel is the 15,000-seat stadium that will serve as home to the women’s and men’s club.

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Mar 2 • 6:36 PM EST • Entertainment • news4jax.com
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‘Transformative’: Sporting JAX announces new soccer home, stadium in Town Center area

Sporting JAX, the area’s newest professional sports franchise, took the wraps off its much-anticipated stadium plans on Monday, announcing that the soccer club will plant its permanent home in the Town Center area.

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Mar 2 • 2:32 PM EST • Sports • news4jax.com
Ilitch Sports + Entertainment announces launch of Detroit SportsNet

Ilitch Sports + Entertainment today announced the launch of Detroit SportsNet (DSN), a year-round broadcast home for two of the most iconic franchises in sports. With flexible options to watch via cable/satellite television packages and in-market streaming, Detroit SportsNet is the place to watch all locally televised Detroit Tigers (starting

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Mar 2 • 12:01 PM EST • Entertainment • mlb.com
Ilitch Sports + Entertainment announces launch of Detroit SportsNet

Ilitch Sports + Entertainment today announced the launch of Detroit SportsNet (DSN), a year-round broadcast home for two of the most iconic franchises in sports. With flexible options to watch via cable/satellite television packages and in-market streaming, Detroit SportsNet is the place to watch all locally televised Detroit Tigers (starting

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Mar 2 • 12:01 PM EST • Sports • mlb.com
Resident Evil: Requiem hits 334,214 concurrent players over launch weekend, breaking franchise record

Number of players on Steam is triple that of Requiem's predecessor, Resident Evil: Village

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Mar 2 • 3:05 AM EST • Technology • gamesindustry.biz
God of War developer is working on "a new franchise within the God of War universe"

A former senior writer from Sony Santa Monica has revealed the studio is working on "a new franchise within the God of …

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Mar 1 • 1:15 PM EST • Technology • eurogamer.net
God of War Universe to Expand with New Franchise (Cory Barlog’s New Game)

According to a Sony Santa Monica developer, the God of War universe is about to expand with a new franchise with Cory Barlog's new game.

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Mar 1 • 4:30 AM EST • Technology • wccftech.com
What Makes You Notice a Store's Sign, or Ignore It? The Answer Makes This Franchise $115 Million a Year.

The franchise added 20,000 new clients in 2025 alone.

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Feb 27 • 4:08 PM EST • Business • entrepreneur.com
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NFL combine results, live updates, news: Fernando Mendoza speaks highly of Tom Brady, Ty Simpson says he's a 'franchise quarterback'
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Feb 27 • 9:46 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Pokémon Continues 30th Celebrations with the Unveiling of <em>Pokémon Winds</em> and <em>Pokémon Waves</em>, the Newest Entries in the Pokémon Video Game Series<br />

Pokémon Day Video Presentation Packed with New Updates Across the Franchise, Including PokémonXP and the 2026 Pokémon World Championships, Pokémon Champions, the Pokémon Trading Card Game and More Pokémon FireRed Version and LeafGreen Version Released Today in Commemoration of the Original Pokémon Video Games

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Feb 27 • 1:30 AM EST • Technology • press.pokemon.com
Cowboys Coach Sends George Pickens Message Amid Franchise Tag Report

Pickens is eligible for a franchise tag.

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Feb 26 • 1:30 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Trump’s Favorite Voter-ID Bill Would Probably Backfire

Congressional Republicans are trying to pass a strict “election integrity” law that seems almost custom-designed to disenfranchise their own supporters.

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Feb 26 • 7:00 AM EST • Politics • theatlantic.com
The business behind Nintendo: How the gaming giant makes billions

From humble beginnings making playing cards in 19th-century Japan, Nintendo has evolved into one of the world's most influential gaming companies. Powered by a catalogue of iconic characters and franchises — including Mario, The Legend of Zelda and Pokémon — the company has turned nostalgia and broad family appeal into a durable business advantage.

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Feb 25 • 5:00 PM EST • Business • cnbc.com
New York sues video game developer Valve, says its 'loot boxes' are gambling

New York's attorney general sued Valve, a video game developer whose franchises include Counter-Strike, Team Fortress and Dota, accusing it of violating state gambling laws and threatening to addict children through its use of "loot boxes."

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Feb 25 • 2:13 PM EST • Technology • reuters.com
'Scream 7' hits theaters this weekend. Where did we leave off with the slasher franchise?

This marks the first film since the exit of Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega, who starred in the last two 'Scream' movies.

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Feb 24 • 4:09 PM EST • Entertainment • yahoo.com
Justin Verlander, Miggy Tigers reunion prompts ‘unbelievable’ reaction

The Tigers brought in two franchise greats this past offseason in Justin Verlander and Miguel Cabrera, and the early returns have been great.

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Feb 24 • 12:24 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Neopets TTRPG Playtest Material Pulled for Controversial Material

The owners of the Neopets franchise recently pulled Neopets TTRPG playtest material due to it containing controversial material by developer Geekify.

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Feb 23 • 5:51 PM EST • Technology • techraptor.net
Merck to create separate cancer business to offset Keytruda patent loss

Merck said on ⁠Monday it will split its human-health ​business into ​two ​divisions, separating its cancer franchise from ⁠its non-oncology ‌medicines.

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Feb 23 • 6:58 AM EST • Business • cnbc.com
Netflix disappoints subscribers with adaptation of famous science-fiction saga

An unkillable sci-fi franchise just ran into the only foe it can’t outpace: the algorithm. What set off a clash between artistic ambition, canon loyalists, and the cold math of streaming?

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Feb 22 • 9:21 AM EST • Science • 3dvf.com
Which team do you hate the most?

For me this is an easy question. Anyone who has a vested interest in the Tampa Bay Rays success knows there’s one team whose presence looms over the franchise, and soon the new owners will seek to undo decades of damage when they build a stadium that shadows over big brother. Yes, I’m talking about […]

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Feb 22 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
New Microsoft gaming CEO Asha Sharma says “hear you” to complaints about a lack of Xbox exclusives.

Over the last few years, Microsoft has been bringing its big exclusive franchises to rival platforms like PlayStation and Switch. Satya Nadella even said he wanted to “get rid of” console exclusives — that might not be a great move. But the new Xbox boss seems open to the idea that the console’s identity hinges on exclusives. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-21-at-4.17.14%E2%80%AFPM.png?quality=90&strip=all]

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Feb 21 • 4:45 PM EST • Technology • theverge.com
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary: How Nintendo is Celebrating 40 Years of Hyrule

The Legend of Zelda turns 40! From new Switch 2 updates to limited-edition collectibles, here is how Nintendo and fans are celebrating the iconic franchise's 40th birthday.

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Feb 20 • 11:53 AM EST • Technology • gameshub.com
Creator franchise profile From social channels to entertainment ecosystems

The creator economy is moving into a new phase where audience ownership, rather than audience reach alone, is the primary driver of growth. Social platforms remain critical for discovery and scale, but their revenue-share models and control over audience relationships limit how much value creators can capture.

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Feb 19 • 7:00 PM EST • Entertainment • midiaresearch.com
Chicago Bears take key step in proposed Indiana stadium move

The Chicago Bears on Thursday hailed the "most meaningful step" yet toward building a new stadium in Indiana, as the neighboring state passed a key measure to entice the NFL franchise to make a divisive cross-border move.Bears president and chief executive Kevin Warren warned in December that Indiana had become a serious option, and on Thursday the state unanimously passed a bill allowing it to issue bonds for the financing and construction of a new stadium.

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Feb 19 • 6:20 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Chicago Bears Move One Step Closer to Northwest Indiana

The Chicago Bears’ long-running stadium search moved closer to becoming reality in Northwest Indiana on Thursday, as state officials signaled Hammond as the preferred site and lawmakers advanced legislation designed to support construction of a new NFL stadium. The shift comes as excitement around the franchise has surged following a strong season that included a […] The post Chicago Bears Move One Step Closer to Northwest Indiana appeared first on Capital B Gary.

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Feb 19 • 4:50 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
IFPG Expands Franchise Growth Platform with Acquisition of Franchise Business Review

The International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG), a comprehensive franchise growth platform anchored by the nation's top ranked broker organization, today announced its acquisition of Franchise Business Review (FBR), the industry's premier independent market research firm specializing in franchisee satisfaction and performance benchmarking.

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Feb 19 • 2:00 PM EST • Business • finance.yahoo.com
ESPN to launch Women’s Sports Sundays, a first of its kind summer weekly primetime franchise showcasing the best of women’s sports in premium windows

ESPN today announced the upcoming launch of Women’s Sports Sundays – a first-of-its-kind, weekly primetime programming franchise.

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Feb 19 • 10:35 AM EST • Sports • espnpressroom.com
Madison Square Garden Sports shares hit record high as it explores Knicks, Rangers spinoff

Shares of Madison Square Garden Sports rose more than 16% to hit a record high on Wednesday after the company said it has approved a plan to explore a possible spinoff to separate its New York Knicks franchise from its New York Rangers businesses.

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Feb 18 • 4:59 PM EST • Sports • reuters.com
Analysis: America’s outsider peace duo faces biggest test in trio of hotspots

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are running President Donald Trump’s freelance peacekeeping franchise, on which global stability, countless lives and their boss’s best hope of that elusive Nobel Peace Prize depend.

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Feb 18 • 12:00 AM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Trey Hendrickson franchise tag rumors: Bengals' options, best landing spots

After a drama-filled 2025 offseason, Cincinnati and its star pass rusher face a similar dilemma.

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Feb 17 • 4:20 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Hurricanes extend goalie Brandon Bussi; busy week ahead in Carolina sports

Carolina Hurricanes fans will have to wait a little longer to see their team back on the ice, but the franchise made headlines during the NHL’s three-week Olymp

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Feb 17 • 3:06 PM EST • Sports • wcti12.com
The Bear’s Den, February 17, 2025

The Chicago Bears & the NFL have reached the first day of franchise tags. How many will get tagged around the league?

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Feb 17 • 1:00 AM EST • Sports • windycitygridiron.com
How my best friend and I built a sandwich empire

A former banker and his lifelong friend turned a franchise obsession into owning Capriotti's and running the sandwich chain together.

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Feb 16 • 11:11 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
Putting God First: Building a Marriage and a Business

Bernard and Pamela Solomon, a married couple, share their journey of love, faith, and family as they embark on a new chapter as franchise owners of AtWork.

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Feb 14 • 5:29 AM EST • Business • theatlantavoice.com
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Senate approves bill to protect business franchisees' religious beliefs, operating days

It prohibits a franchisor from requiring existing franchisees with sincerely held religious beliefs to operate on religious days. There are a few exceptions, including when an original franchise agreement required operation on a religious day.

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Feb 13 • 8:42 AM EST • Business • aldailynews.com
Apple Arcade is adding Oceanhorn 3 and three more new games

Apple Arcade just announced its new titles coming in March, headlined by the latest title in a popular franchise: Oceanhorn 3.

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Feb 10 • 10:27 AM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
The day Manchester United and the New York Yankees teamed up – and the missed opportunity

Two of the world's biggest sports franchises teamed up — but the relationship could have gone much further

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Feb 10 • 12:15 AM EST • Sports • nytimes.com
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Ford Q4 earnings preview: EV losses, F-150 pickup business crucial for investors

Big Three automaker Ford is on deck to report fourth quarter results Tuesday after the bell, with particular focus on its EV business and the effects of an aluminum plant fire that impacted Ford’s franchise F-150 sales.

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Feb 9 • 2:30 PM EST • Business • finance.yahoo.com
Super Bowl 2026: Seahawks ride dominant defense to blowout of Patriots, second title in franchise history
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Feb 8 • 10:33 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
49ers legend goes undercover to surprise Pro Bowlers

Santa Clara, California is the site of Super Bowl 60, and with that, the San Francisco 49ers and their franchise legends are involved in a lot.

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Feb 7 • 4:02 PM EST • Sports • ninerswire.usatoday.com
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Letters to Sports: Dodgers visiting White House fires up usual debate

Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on myriad topics, with a majority not wanting the franchise of Jackie Robinson visiting the White House.

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Feb 7 • 7:00 AM EST • Sports • latimes.com