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How to watch every ‘Rambo’ movie in order, from ‘First Blood’ to ‘Last Blood’
The ‘Rambo’ franchise spans five movies and more than 40 years, with a prequel on the way in 2027. Revisit Sylvester Stallone’s action-packed saga, from ‘First Blood’ to ‘Last Blood.’
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New Orleans Saints: How to watch the NFL international game, start time, where to stream and more
Find out how to watch the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New Orleans Saints NFL Paris game this week.
Little costumes, big smiles: University Health families celebrate Halloween at Morgan’s Wonderland
Little costumes, big smiles: University Health families celebrate Halloween at Morgan’s Wonderland
Obama, in Ohio, assails 'cruelty' from Trump in campaign
Former President Barack Obama has stepped into one of America's ugliest midterm fights as he works to rally Democratic voters in battleground Ohio.
WWE legend gives health update after fall: ‘I appreciate you all’
The wrestling legend posted on social media the day after being hospitalized.
Anthropic's AI Hid a Secret Message in the Stars. OpenAI's Bot Found It.
Morse code is back, baby.
Rep. Lisa McClain: Rural Michiganians deserve first-class healthcare
No law can make Michigan smaller. But we can make healthcare more accessible in rural communities and use modern technologies to make those miles matter less.
1 player Packers must trade before 2026 NFL trade deadline
The Green Bay Packers have become an intriguing team to watch ahead of the November 10 trade deadline, with speculation linking them to Arizona Cardinals pass rusher Josh Sweat . This potential move has an unusual connection to the Micah Parsons trade, as Dallas is also being mentioned as a possible destination for Sweat while Green Bay awaits […] The post 1 player Packers must trade before 2026 NFL trade deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Chiefs News: The Seahawks sorely miss Kenneth Walker
The latest Chiefs news, brought fresh to you every morning!
Brian Thomas Jr. could be on the move
Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. is believed to be a trade candidate leading up to deadline
States are forcing hospitals to offer more people financial aid. In Oregon, it’s working.
Four years ago, Oregon hospitals were under fire from state authorities and patient advocates. Hospitals, critics said, had made it too hard for patients to apply for and receive help paying their bills. Within months, the state enacted a sweeping law that required hospitals to proactively screen patients and give financial aid to those who […]
Voters in 2 Democratic strongholds could ban transgender girls from girls school sports
Colorado and Washington are reliably Democratic states where elected officials have rejected moves to ban transgender women and girls from female sports competitions. Now activists have gone around lawmakers to put proposed bans on both states’ ballots.
College football Week 8 games, schedule, how to watch: Ole Miss vs. Texas, Houston vs. Utah and more
Without tight end Cole Kmet, Bears may run more jumbo six-lineman formations
Health insurance costs keep climbing for American workers, a new survey finds
The 2026 Employer Health Benefits Survey, released Thursday, found that covered workers were paying hundreds of dollars more toward their premiums this year compared with last year.
On Invoking History
Bruno Fernandes’ post-match interview after the humiliating loss to Como took aim at many things, including the tendency to analyse the club’s present in relation to its past. Fernandes wasn’t disrespecting it but suggesting that these are very different times. Just a week earlier, Lisandro Martinez stated that we don’t have to go that far […]
This US House district was once a political battleground. Now it shows why Congress is dysfunctional
The number of politically competitive U.S. House seats is shrinking rapidly. There are many reasons. People have stopped splitting their tickets when voting and now usually support one party in all races. More people now live in areas with similarly-minded voters. The battlefield shrunk further a...
AOC can draw a crowd. The midterms will test whether her politics can win before 2028
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is drawing big crowds as she campaigns for progressive Democrats before the Nov. 3 election.
Packers Star Reveals Turning Point After Brutal Start to Season
Green Bay Packers safety Evan Williams pointed to the team’s Week 3 loss to the Atlanta Falcons as the moment the defense raised its standards after an uneven start.The Packers entered that Thursday Night Football game at 1-1. They had dropped their opener to the Minnesota Vikings before beating the New York Jets in overtime. […] The post Packers Star Reveals Turning Point After Brutal Start to Season appeared first on HEAVY.
Buccaneers HC Bowles in Dubious Territory As Record Worsens
A three-game slide in fifteen games puts Todd Bowles below his predecessors’ worst marks. With star departures and close losses mounting, the struggling coach is at a crossroads.
Dundalk Florist to close after 115 years in business
Dundalk Florist will close after more than a century of serving Baltimore County residents in need of flowers, plants and other gardening essentials.
Memorial Health System receives donations for mobile health unit
Memorial Health System is giving a big thanks to the Population Health Department’s auxiliary unit for donating a defib and two body mass index monitors to the mobile health unit. These items enhance the ability to provide safe, high-quality care in the communities served. The defib will provide tools to respond effectively during medical emergencies in the field. The BMI...
MN Wild in “Very Positive” Talks with DirecTV
Michael Russo dropped a hint Saturday morning that could matter to a lot of MN Wild fans. Here is what he said about DirecTV and where things stand with Wild+.
Health insurance costs keep climbing for American workers, a new survey finds
The 2026 Employer Health Benefits Survey, released Thursday, found that covered workers were paying hundreds of dollars more toward their premiums this year compared with last year.
Hundreds of Antelope Island bison rounded up ahead of health checks, auction
Approximately 750 bison live on Antelope Island, making up one of the nation's largest bison herds. But according to conservationists, that's about 200 more tha
NFL predictions: 3 bold takes on the Cowboys at Eagles
What are your bold predictions for Monday night?
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson Downgraded to OUT for Bengals Game
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has been downgraded to OUT for the Bengals game.
Timberwolves proves size isn’t everything with historic rebounding surge
The Minnesota Timberwolves may have sacrificed size this offseason, but their first two games suggest they gained something even more valuable: relentless physicality. After reshaping their roster around speed and defensive versatility . Minnesota has opened the season with a franchise-record rebounding margin. The Timberwolves dominated the […] The post Timberwolves proves size isn’t everything with historic rebounding surge appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Chris Finch Praises Timberwolves' Ball Movement as They Route Magic.
Minnesota has been able to move the ball effectively.
What to expect from Apple’s ‘Pro and tell’ event
Apple’s long-rumored touchscreen MacBook Pro, an OLED iPad Mini, and more.
A woman owned small business opportunity through a popular Valley farmer’s market
Among the rows and rows of homemade items and other one-of-a-kind creations found at the Pinnacle Peak Farmers Market, woman owned business proprietor, Tara J. Harley offers something shoppers have a difficult time finding: handmade jewelry where every piece a unique creation. Harley, owner of Lady J’s Creations, designs unique handmade jewelry and brings her...
Family health insurance premiums hit $28,000 in 2026 as employee costs spike 9%, KFF report shows
The government is limiting who can get access to health insurance while Americans push for more comprehensive coverage.
Ukraine regains critical Starlink service after restrictions disrupt drone operations
Ukraine says Starlink connections are again stable on fast-moving military equipment after restrictions hindered operations against Russia.
Los Angeles health authorities report 2nd second rabies-positive raccoon
In a follow-up on the report a rabies-positive raccoon found in Los Angeles County, the first in more than 5 decades, the LA County Department of Public Health is investigating a second rabies-positive raccoon found in the Westlake Village area of Los Angeles County. Public Health has confirmed that the first raccoon was positive for a variant of rabies typically found in bats. Strain testing for the second raccoon is currently pending. The second rabid raccoon was found in a backyard in the vicinity of where the first raccoon was reported and appeared sick and aggressive. No residents or pets were exposed to the raccoon. Two people at a worksite may have been exposed to the raccoon and are receiving recommended follow-up for rabies post-exposure prophylaxis. The World’s Deadliest Viruses Prior to these detections, the last confirmed rabid raccoon in Los Angeles County was detected in 1973, when the skunk variant (strain) of rabies was still present in the County. That strain has not been detected in Los Angeles County since 1979. In 2014, a skunk infected with the bat variant of rabies was detected in Long Beach. “The detection of rabies in another raccoon is an important reminder to never touch, handle, or feed any wild animals, even when they appear healthy,” said Muntu Davis, MD, MPH, Los Angeles County Health Officer. “Always keep a safe distance from wildlife and contact your local animal control if you encounter an animal that appears to be sick, injured, or behaving unusually. It is also critical to ensure your pets are up to date on rabies vaccination so they are protected before any potential exposure. Keeping your pets vaccinated is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your entire family.” Outbreak News Today is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe
Business Bulletin: BBB warns of political scams as elections get underway
With some key elections fast underway, many campaigns are reaching out to voters, and people are passionately speaking up for and against hot-button issues. When emotions run high, bad actors look for ways to use people's passion to trick them. Simply said, scammers prey on emotion.
South Texas Health System (@stxhealthsystem)
1 likes, 1 comments - stxhealthsystem on October 24, 2026: "Lower Your Risk, Prioritize Your Breast Health: Breast cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers among women worldwide. While some risk factors, such as age and family history, can't be changed, there are lifestyle choices that may help reduce your risk and support overall breast health. ✅ Maintain a healthy weight ✅ Stay physically active ✅ Eat a balanced, nutritious diet ✅ Avoid tobacco & limit alcohol consumption ✅ Talk with your doctor about hormone replacement therapy Just as important, don't delay routine checkups and recommended screenings. When breast cancer is detected early, treatment is often more effective and outcomes can be significantly improved. For more on breast cancer, watch the latest South Texas Health Minute on ValleyCentral.com at the link in our bio.".
What Pro Football Thinks of These Kansas Jayhawks Defensive Ends
Leroy Harris and David Santiago Rank Among Nation’s Top Defensive Ends
Who is DC Universe's ‘Clayface’ even for?
Not even Naomi Ackie can save this gory DC Universe villain origin that is more focused on setting up the future than earning its scares.
Fact vs. fiction: Doctors share whether peptides are safe and effective
As peptides gain popularity among some wellness influencers and federal government officials, doctors share what you need to know.
Hall of Famer Luke Kuechly on Netflix Debut, Panthers Ring Ceremony and the 18th Game
Luke Kuechly on his Netflix debut, the Panthers' rise and getting his Hall of Fame ring.
What is Theater Mode on your Apple Watch and when should you use it?
Turning on Theater Mode on your Apple Watch not only silences your phone, but it stops it from lighting up at the wrong moments. Here's how to enable it.
The World Series of the have-nots is here. But baseball’s money problem isn’t going away
Baseball’s two best regular-season teams are also among its lowest spenders. But their unlikely World Series comes with a warning about the sport’s future
Common Liver Disease May Actually Have 5 Distinct Types With Different Health Risks
Each may need their own treatments.
Bucs EDGE Walker Among NFL's Best in Pressure Metrics
Rookie EDGE David Walker has continued to emerge as the Bucs' top pass-rusher. But, he is starting to make league-wide noise, posting numbers that top the NFL.
Four Eagles facing pressure to rebound Monday against Dallas
Four Eagles need stronger performances against the Cowboys in Week 7, as improvements in pass protection, blocking, coverage and tackling are needed.
Brush up on Hunger Games series before 'Sunrise on the Reaping' movie hits theaters
It's nearly time to step back into the arena.
Alaska Election Gambit Shows Justice Dept. Has Bowed to Trump’s Demands
With moves in Alaska and California, the department has stepped up interventions in the midterm elections as the president’s instrument of unmediated executive power.
James Talarico rallies young voters in Austin who are critical to his Senate hopes
The Democrat held a Friday-night rally at the University of Texas at Austin, where multiple students told NBC News they had already voted and worry about the cost of living.
Obama describes Trump as an agent of ‘chaos and cruelty’ in midterm elections pitch
The former president on Saturday also criticized Republican Vivek Ramaswamy’s attack ad featuring the estranged mother of Amy Acton, his Democratic rival for governor.
Dear Abby | Disliked dad's daughter receives no condolences
Dear Abby: A friend's wife's elderly biological father was killed in a one-car auto accident recently. She had been estranged from him for as long as I can remember (more
Sebastian County early voting up 21% from 2022 midterm election
Early voting in Sebastian County is more than 21% ahead of the same point in the 2022 midterm election, while Crawford County shows a smaller increase in voter participation. Sebastian...
AOC can draw a crowd. The midterms will test whether her politics can win before 2028
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is drawing big crowds as she campaigns for progressive Democrats before the Nov. 3 election. Supporters have packed rooms and chanted her name during appearances that have taken
Bud Selig hopes this is the moment he finally sees the Brewers win a title
Attending his first game of the year, the 92-year-old former Brewers owner and baseball commissioner participated in the first-pitch ceremony.
LIVE! Watch UFC 333 Post-Fight Presser
With UFC 333 officially a wrap after an entertaining card earlier today (Sat., Oct. 24, 2026) LIVE on Paramount+ from inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, fight fans can now check out the post-fight press conference video above for all the best reaction and official bonus winners. On a day that featured […]
Vivek Ramaswamy campaign switches to shorter version of attack ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother
The ad has sparked bipartisan backlash for Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in his campaign for Ohio governor against Democrat Amy Acton.
Professional Dinosaur Costumes Supplier Hidinosaurs: Which Features Matter Most for Entertainment Venues
Which features create immediate crowd engagement in modern theme parks? Which specifications ensure reliable daily performances in bustling family entertainment
Who’s coming back for ‘Shrinking’ season 4? What’s next for the Apple TV dramedy
The hit Apple TV dramedy ‘Shrinking’ is moving forward, just like its characters. We unpack everything we know so far about season 4, including who’s returning.
Political cartoons for October 24
Saturday's political cartoons include America's reflection, a humanitarian ass, and more
Four injured after car crashes into Hendersonville business, officers say
Four people were taken to a hospital after a car crashed into a business Saturday morning, police said.
Sandisk's New Business Model Is Transforming the Business. Now Is the Time to Buy the Stock.
Sandisk is entering into contractual agreements rather than just selling on the open market.
Lovi Poe recalls first year of motherhood
Lovi Poe described her first year of motherhood as “brutal” and full of sacrifices, but said she treasures every moment and wouldn’t trade it for anything.
Looking for wedding or other special occasion flowers? New florist in Folsom can help
The floral shop will welcome customers at the Folsom Palladio shopping plaza next month, according to its owner.
Barack Obama to rally for Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan ahead of key US Senate race
The former Democratic president is showing major support in Detroit for the progressive Michigan candidate in final days before US midterm elections
6 ways bats are surprisingly human
We share more in common with our winged mammal compatriots than what meets the eye.
Demichelis' Gamble Pays Off As Leipzig Crush Elversberg 4-0
After a tactical reshuffle, the Red Bulls maintained their flawless home record as Rômulo’s clinical double and Christoph Baumgartner’s emotional return ignited a dominant four-goal second-half blitz.
Fernandes Dropped: Man Utd Predicted XI vs Bournemouth (Premier League)
Michael Carrick has some big calls to make for his team selection against AFC Bournemouth.
Comedian Charlie Berens has made Wisconsin politics a laughing matter
NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with comedian and former journalist Charlie Berens. His comedy blends political satire with a distinctly Wisconsin sense of humor.
Kristen Bell’s daughter takes ‘sneaky photos’ of Dax Shepard when actress is out of town: ‘I have a mole on the ground’
The couple share daughters Lincoln, 13, and Delta, 11.
Kyrie Irving among questionable players for Saturday's game against Spurs
Kyrie Irving among questionable players for Saturday's game against Spurs
‘Wicker’ stars explain why women are ‘going slightly feral’ over Alexander Skarsgård’s character
‘Wicker’ stars Olivia Colman, Elizabeth Debicki explain why women are ‘going slightly feral’ over Alexander Skarsgård’s character in their new movie.
Auburn's Georgia Momentum Disappears in Ugly Loss to LSU
Auburn football suffered a 38-17 loss to LSU at Jordan-Hare Stadium, falling to 4-3 after upsetting No. 1 Georgia. Sam Leavitt torched Auburn's defense for 387 passing yards, while Byrum Brown and the Tigers' offense struggled to find rhythm ahead of next week's matchup at Ole Miss.
São Paulo fight back to draw away at Mirassol
Mirassol and São Paulo played out a 1–1 draw this Saturday (24) in the Brasileirão.Neto Moura opened the scoring with a header early in the game at Maião. Pedro Lima equalized for the Tricolor be...
U.S. is reducing staffing at 4 Middle East embassies over increased threats from Iran
In a memo sent Friday to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton said his teams “have received intelligence that Iran has substantially increased efforts to target U.S. personnel.”
South Bend teen’s slime business racks up 21,500 followers and 6.1M views in 23 days
A 14-year-old South Bend-area entrepreneur has gained more than 21,500 Facebook followers and 6.1 million video views in just 23 days with her slime and squishy
LONG LOOK | OPINION: At AMFA, Käthe Kollwitz’s 1920 woodcut explores grief beyond politics
Käthe Kollwitz’s memorial to Karl Liebknecht honors a grief that political disagreement cannot diminish.
Owner of pet memorial business pleads guilty to disposing of remains in landfill
The owner of a pet memorial business in Pennsylvania pled guilty to stealing more than $650K from customers who paid for pet burial and cremation services.
AOC tests her progressive message. The results could help shape her future
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is drawing big crowds as she campaigns for progressive Democrats before the Nov. 3 election.
What's going on with Dan Sullivan and Dan Sullivan? The Alaska Senate litigation, explained
One of them is a Republican senator and ally of the president. The other is a retired schoolteacher whom Republicans accuse of being a Democratic plant to siphon away votes.
Truro City come back to beat Hampton and Richmond
Truro City turn around a 3-1 deficit to win 4-3 at Hampton and Richmond Borough in National League South.
An electronic health record tool for exercise prescription may reduce fall rate among older adults
In a large randomized clinical trial among 22 primary care practices, use of an electronic health record-integrated clinical decision support tool known as…
Smiling regularly good for your mood and health, study reveals
It can affect one’s level of cortisol.
76ers' Most Dangerous Duo Might Be Getting Even Better
Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe are going to be a problem for the rest of the NBA for years to come.
Crushed between diamonds, ice changes shape, a clue to what lies inside Neptune
Physicists squeezed water to about 35 million PSI and saw its atoms rearrange into a less orderly pattern, a clue to Uranus and Neptune.
Q+A: How this private equity group raised $1.3 billion investing in fr
Doug Kennealey, co-founder of Princeton Equity Group, said franchises are "phenomenal" and "cash-rich" business models. The firm secured $1.3 billion in two months for its most recent fund.
This US House district was once a political battleground. Now it shows why Congress is dysfunctional
(AP) — In 2022, Democrat Wiley Nickel ran as a moderate and narrowly won North Carolina’s 13th Congressional District by about 9,000 votes. Two years later, the current congressman, Republican Brad Kn...
Cracking a smile regularly may be good not just for your mood but for your health
Reminding yourself to smile more often can make you more friends, boost your mood and make you feel better, research says.
Netflix’s Leadership Shake Up…Explained
(Welcome to the “Most Important Story of the Week”, my bi-weekly strategy column analyzing the most important (but often not buzziest) news story of the last two weeks. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. Please subscribe.) Well, I had a simple article planned for this week. Called “Whoa, I Missed It!”, I’d take a gander at a few important-but-under-the-radar stories I didn’t cover while I wrote about all things “Skydance. (Formerly known as “the saga of Netflix trying to buy Warner Bros., but not Discovery, then Paramount-Skydance bought all of Warner Bros. Discovery”.) Alas, that article will have to wait. Netflix made news. Ironically, my “Whoa, I Missed It!” article would have mostly been about “content” strategy decisions, which is also what today’s article is about. But instead of the entire industry, this article will only cover Netflix’s decision to upend their film and TV content teams. Just that! So that’s the full topic of the day. I’m going to tackle the issue in the opposite direction of the way “stuff” flows: uphill. We’ll start at film, then move onto TV, and then onto the CEOs themselves, and the strategy questions that still remain. But we start with the numbers driving this. Let’s dive in. Subscribe Most Important Story of the Week - Netflix Upends Their Corporate Hierarchy I’ve got a lot of thoughts, but we’ll start with the most common response to yesterday’s article. Let’s Talk Stock Price More than one person, responding to what I published two days ago, pointed out that, well, actually, the thing driving Netflix’s actions is this: In short, stock price! Even if Netflix isn’t obsessed with their own share price—they probably are, but, for the record, my strategic advice to every CEO is to absolutely ignore stock prices, which will, ironically, probably help the stock price long-term—most everyone thinks they are. By the way, I prefer market capitalization to stock prices, because it’s a more apples-to-apples way to compare companies: But there’s an even better way to look at it, and it kinda casts some doubt on the entire push here: price-to-earnings. I have a long list of articles that I wish I had written, and chief among them is an article titled, “Am I Still a Netflix ‘Bear’?” meaning someone who thinks Netflix’s stock is overvalued. As of last summer, Netflix had solved their biggest problem—which for me (circa 2019) was the lack of free cash flow—but their stock was CRAZY overvalued. That’s this chart here: Why did Netflix’s stock price increase to a price-to-earnings ratio of 50 last summer? What financial metric changed so quickly? Nothing. Given that, historically, mature entertainment companies average 10 to 20, with 16 being the average, that increase made little sense. Netflix’s stock swoon these last eight or so months wasn’t irrational; the stock price rise last year was. So if you want a really hot Netflix take, here it is: Netflix’s stock price has been going down because the financial industry recovered its senses, not because of any strategic mistake. Yes, that would imply that cleaning house may have been a mistake. That’s why the charts yesterday are so important, because they show that Netflix did have a strategic problem (a lack of hits) and that’s what they moved to address. (One could also argue the industry drastically overrated Netflix’s growth prospects, but that’s a financial industry problem, not a Netflix strategy problem per se. Some growth estimates are just crazy. *cough* AI *cough*) Now, the last time Netflix’s stock price crashed—circa 2022—it gave them an opening. I’d argue Netflix insiders knew they needed to expand post-COVID-19 crisis, adding advertising, cracking down on password sharing, and dabbling in sports. But if they had done that when their stock price was high, it would give folks a reason to second guess their strategy. (Arguably, last year, when Netflix pursued the Warner Bros. merger, it gave the industry a chance to review their business.) Instead, after the 2022 fall, they had the opening to make strategic changes. We may see Netflix pivot again following this latest slide. For example, the “binge versus weekly” conversation is alive and well again. Same for expanding into theaters even more. And adding both linear channels and streaming bundles. And maybe more either social, user-generated, vertical, or creator content. But the first shift came with who is making the content calls. A Message from Our Sponsor Last winter Pulp Fiction was on Netflix. For those same 90 days, it was also free, with ads, on Pluto TV and the Roku Channel. That is not a glitch, and it is not rare. The title has run on 20 different US streaming services since 2019, across 80 separate windows, and for more than 600 of those days it sat on a paid subscription service and a free ad-supported one at the same time. Almost nobody can see this, because when a title leaves a service, the record that it was ever there tends to leave with it. Reelgood keeps that record, dated to the day rather than the month: 4MM+ movie, show and episode titles across 300+ services globally, with timestamped arrivals, departures and moves across SVOD, AVOD, TVOD and vMVPD. Licensing teams price against every prior window. Rights teams check what a licensee actually delivered, and when. Pick a title you think you know: data.reelgood.com/title-availability Film - Dan Lin Want to know why I don’t opine on individual film or TV executives, especially new hires? Dan Lin. As I always caution, it’s really, really, really tough to predict which executives will succeed in new roles and which won’t. The successful head of co-production/finance partner, Rideback, Lin was considered for the head of DC Studios job before taking the job as the head of Netflix. By all accounts at the time, this was a smart hire. (That’s my read of the news coverage anyways.) But now that Netflix has fired Dan Lin, we got a slew of news stories about how he was doing a terrible job. In sports media, Bryan Curtis, new Substack writer/podcaster from The Ringer, calls this the “now you tell us” story, when you only hear the bad news after a star athlete leaves a sports team. In this case, now they tell us that Dan Lin was bad with talent after he got kicked out the door. So was Dan Lin a flop? It’s actually tough to say. While film moves faster than TV, even two years isn’t really enough time to evaluate a person’s output. The new head hasn’t really taken control. As Emily Horgan noted, it takes much longer than two years to produce animated films, so yeah, it’s definitely too early to judge in that domain. As for live-action films, I just published an article by Brandon Katz called “Netflix’s Summer of Bummer”, but I’d point out Netflix had a bad summer two years ago too. Arguably, their best summer came from KPop Demon Hunters last year and Happy Gilmore 2, the latter of which I saw credited to Lin. Then, the stories came out that Dan Lin clashed with talent, both Ben Affleck and Greta Gerwig, classic “now they tell us” factoids to explain his firing. This may have been true, but also should have been expected given that he was given the mandate to bring budgets back in check, especially after Rebel Moon. So if he made folks upset, well, that’s what he was hired to do! But also, he was described as “well-liked” at his hiring! In that case, I’m a bit sympathetic to Lin, since he may have been undercut by senior leadership, as often happens. Basically, a CEO hires a subordinate to be their “bad cop” and keep budgets in check, but then when talent complains, the CEO ends up undercutting them. That’s how I think you end up with a Narnia movie as expensive as any of the other flops, along with a film executive the town no longer likes. As a result, I think that Netflix is now executing a classic “hire the opposite” move by hiring Peter Rice. This phrase comes from my experience following football and basketball coaching decisions, where teams generally hire the opposite of who they just had. If you have an offense-minded head coach, hire the defensive guy. Or in college football, if you have a strong recruiter, then you pivot to an “X’s and Os” type of guy. Or in pro basketball, if you have a very analytically minded coach, you hire the player-friendly guy. I see that here. After dropping Scott Stuber—arguably a talent-friendly executive with lax budget control—Netflix hired the business guy to keep costs in check. Now Netflix is pivoting back to Peter Rice and presumably a more talent-friendly regime. (Disney, by the way, has done this twice: hiring business guys to succeed talent-friendly Bob Iger. It didn’t work out last time.) When it comes to Peter Rice…we’ll see! Maybe he works out, but maybe he doesn’t. I’d actually say the biggest problem is that Netflix still hasn’t solved its “IP Problem”, in that they don’t own much IP, so they just have a lower hit rate. The new executive won’t solve that. (Though buying Lionsgate would help.) Share “Content” - Bela Bajaria I almost published yesterday’s article after this column, but ended up flipping the order, because it told the story so well. So if you want the data for why Netflix is looking at TV to fix their problems, it’s in that article, this graph in particular: I know I just wrote that it’s often hard to judge executives, but Bajaria ran TV for six years and film for three and a half more. That’s more than enough to judge hit rates, and Netflix needs more hits. That’s the story. Since 2023, Netflix hasn’t had as many hit shows as it used to, and many of its previous power house TV shows have ended their runs (Stranger Things most of all). Also, many shows from 2020 to 2022 probably pre-dated Bajaria’s tenure. (That said, one thing may have been outside of Bajaria’s control, which I explain below.) Let’s lump some content strategy thoughts about Netflix and TV into one place: 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… Why I partially blame Squid Game for Netflix’s latest troubles… What is “the football trap”... Why it might not be the TV shows or films’ fault at all… What change I don’t think Netflix will make... How Bela Bajaria evolved Netflix’s TV strategy in smart ways… Whose departure likely submarined Bajaria’s final few years… One sneaky explanation for Netflix’s content struggles... And a whole lot more... ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support.
IDF, Defense Ministry struggle with amount of reservists seeking mental health care, experts say
The IDF Spokesperson's Unit said the military places the utmost importance on providing mental health care and has expanded the capacity and quality of its services since the war's beginning.
Why Spending Time With Your Cat Feels So Good, According to Science
A study found that higher oxytocin levels in cats were associated with lower stress hormones and fewer negative emotions in their owners.
Multiple Browns injury updates surface ahead of Week 7 matchup
The Cleveland Browns made several roster moves Saturday ahead of their Week 7 matchup against the Tennessee Titans , activating running back Dylan Sampson from injured reserve while placing offensive guard Teven Jenkins on injured reserve. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Saturday via X, formerly known as Twitter, that Cleveland also elevated […] The post Multiple Browns injury updates surface ahead of Week 7 matchup appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Steelers Leave Run-Blasting LB on Bench vs. Saints
The Pittsburgh Steelers faithful will have to wait at least one more week for the return of popular inside linebacker […]
Food quality concerns unite Americans far beyond MAHA political support
The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement emerged as part of Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign following former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s endorsement of Trump.
Jon Gosselin’s ex shares emotional reaction to Collin’s book: ‘I will always be your mom’
Colleen Conrad dated the “Jon and Kate Plus 8” star from 2014 to 2021.
New York state woman charged with voting illegally says she recently learned she wasn’t a citizen
Marva Cook was adopted as a toddler and had always assumed she was a U.S. citizen, she told Homeland Security investigators earlier this month, according to the criminal complaint.
Unleashed Potential: Lantana sisters build growing dog treat business - Cross Timbers Gazette | Southern Denton County | Flower Mound
Alexis and Aubrey Gray are pretty proud of themselves. Over the past five years, the entrepreneurial-minded sisters, who are 15 and 12, respectively, have built a successful business selling homemade dog treats and snuffle mats to neighbors and even a handful of retailers. They’ve been invited to markets and trade shows, caught the attention of […]
Ally Love on Football Meets Culture
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