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What’s next for Caddo Parish sports complex after voters reject $60M bond?
Caddo Parish voters reject a $60M bond for a proposed $70M sports complex. Local leaders react, citing misinformation and urgency over regional population loss.
Lucky Strike Entertainment Corp (LUCK) (Q1 2027) Earnings Call Highlights: Revenue Growth and ...
Lucky Strike Entertainment Corp (LUCK) posted 3.5% revenue growth and reaffirmed EBITDA guidance while suspending its dividend to target roughly $100 million in debt reduction.
Scientists Find Traces of Dinosaur Blood in 115-Million-Year-Old Fossil
For millions upon millions of years, the remains of a dinosaur lay buried in what is now Brazil. Over time, a familiar process unfolded: its bones eventually became fossils, preserving evidence of an ...
SWAN public datasets offer a deeper look at menopause and midlife health
SWAN offers something most menopause reporting lacks: population-based, multi-racial evidence that can fact-check viral claims, put local stories in context, and surface angles that a single news cycle misses.
Vikings without Murray for battle with Allen's Bills
The Minnesota Vikings, without top quarterback Kyler Murray, will rely on their elite defense to slow Josh Allen's Buffalo when they host the Bills in a battle of NFL division leaders on Monday.The Philadelphia Eagles host the New York Giants in an NFC East division clash, and the New England Patriots host the Green Bay Packers in a battle of winning teams.
Kentucky football has never seen anything like Will Stein — and he thinks this is just the beginning
Bow parents win free speech fight over protesting transgender athletes in school sports
“It took more than two years, but the court has recognized that what happened to us was wrong,” parent Kyle Fellers said in a statement. “This was never just about sports. It’s about every parent’s right to peacefully express views without being punished for it.”
Junior Achievement of Georgia to induct 2 business laureates Nov. 6
Junior Achievement of Georgia will induct Lowell Kronowitz and Stratton Leopold into its Business Hall of Fame on Friday, Nov. 6, at the Hyatt, said Craig Tootle, the organization’s director of development and volunteer partnerships.
Kyle Monangai misses another practice
Bears RB Kyle Monangai continues to be sidelined by injuries and may be long shot for Week 9
Lucky Strike Entertainment stock hits new low after quarterly loss worse than analyst expectations, dividend suspended
Lucky Strike Entertainment stock on Thursday hit a new low since it went public in 2021 after its quarterly loss missed analyst expectations and the company said it wouldn’t pay a dividend this
Exclusive | General Mills Considers Sale of Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream Outside North America
Planning is at an early stage and General Mills, best known for such brands as Cheerios and Lucky Charms, could ultimately retain the business, according to people familiar with the matter.
Kentucky can teach Tennessee a lesson about discipline
Disciplined play and a stifling turnover margin have fueled the Wildcats' playoff surge. To survive this elimination showdown, the Vols must fix the self-inflicted errors plaguing their season.
Building a Drone Cleaning Business: SkyPSI CEO Vic Pellicano on the Drone Radio Show!
SkyPSI CEO Vic Pellicano joins the Drone Radio Show: drone cleaning businesses, finding customers, winning contracts, and entrepreneurship.
Noblesville business offers unique way to dispose of pumpkins
A business in Noblesville offers residents a unique way to dispose of uncarved pumpkins after Halloween. Happy Goat Lucky Yoga, an animal-assisted therapy and goat yoga business, is doing a pumpkin round-up throughout November for their 18 goats. Residents can text 317-922-9459 for the address t
CARROLL CONDEMNS CHILD’S MISTREATMENT, RENEWS PUSH FOR JUVENILE MENTAL HEALTH DETENTION FACILITY
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 4, 2026) — Sen. Danny Carroll, R-Paducah, chairman of the Senate Families and Children Committee, issued the following statement in response to reporting on the mistreatment of a child at the McCracken Regional Juvenile Detention Center. “Leaving a child in a flooded cell for
OpenSSH Issues Emergency Fix for Flaw Letting Long Passwords Bypass SSH Auth on Alpine Linux
OpenSSH 10.6p2 fixes a critical password bypass allowing access to key-only accounts on affected Alpine Linux servers using long passwords.
Lucky Strike Entertainment earnings missed by $0.09, revenue topped estimates
Lucky Strike Entertainment earnings missed by $0.09, revenue topped estimates
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Skyrockets Sony Pictures Entertainment's Quarterly Profit, Revenue
Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the top-grossing theatrical release in 2026, helped Sony Pictures Entertainment hit a fiscal grandslam in the second quarter ended Sept. 30. The fourth installment starring Tom Holland in the title role along with Zendaya as his female interest, skyrocketed Sony’s theatrical revenue almost 1,020% to $1.276 billion from $114 million in … Continue reading "‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Skyrockets Sony Pictures Entertainment’s Quarterly Profit, Revenue"
‘I Play Rocky’ star Anthony Ippolito recalls ‘incredible’ conversation with Sylvester Stallone: ‘A privilege’
Ahead of playing Sylvester Stallone in ‘I Play Rocky,’ Anthony Ippolito had the chance to connect with Stallone to talk about his ‘dark’ times.
Russell Brand has been convicted of rape and sexual assault
Russell Brand has been convicted of rape and sexual assault charges on allegations dating back more than 20 years | KYW Newsradio
Lucky Strike Entertainment (NYSE:LUCK) Q1 FY2027 Results: Inline Revenue, Wider Loss, and Debt-Reduction Focus
Lucky Strike Q1 FY2027 revenue inline, loss wider than expected; guidance reaffirmed as it targets debt reduction and same-store sales recovery.
In brief: 'A Proud Family Wizmas' trailer and more
Zoo wee mama, indeed. There's a brand-new trailer for the upcoming Disney+ animated holiday comedy film Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: The Getaway. Readers of Jeff Kinney’s bestselling book series can see the Heffley family come to life in this festive film that premieres on Dec. 4 ...Speaking of trailers for holiday specials, fans of The Proud Family can watch a brand-new look at the upcoming stop-motion holiday special A Proud Family Wizmas. It arrives on Disney+ Nov. 14. The special is filled with songs and follows Penny Proud as she accidentally destroys Christmas and sets out to make things right. Kyla Pratt returns to voice Penny while guest stars Anderson .Paak, Lil Rel Howery, JB Smoove and Gabrielle Union come along for the ride ... TNCMS.AdManager.render({region: 'fixed-big-ad-top-asset', slot: 1, fold: "above"}); Camila Mendes is back in character as Ana Santos. The actress once again stars as the character in the new sequel film Upgraded 2. Prime Video has announced cameras are up and rolling on the movie in Venice, Italy ...Copyright © 2026, ABC Audio. All rights reserved. Thank you for reading kmaland.comAt KMA, we attempt to be accurate in our reporting. If you see a typo or mistake in a story, please contact us by emailing kmaradio@kmaland.com.
Six-Story Medical Office Building Tops Out At Broward Health North In Deerfield Beach
Florida YIMBY says "Yes In My Backyard" to positive new development in Florida.
Lucky Strike Entertainment Q1 revenue beats estimates; suspends dividend to cut debt
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Clemson University alumnus, business school namesake dies
FOX Carolina's Margaret-Ann Carter has the details.
1K views · 26 reactions | Many female politicians say open hostility...
Many female politicians say open hostility towards them is growing. Researchers say democracy could pay the price. #dwgermanpolitics
Lucky Strike Entertainment Reports First Quarter Results for Fiscal Year 2027
RICHMOND, Va., November 05, 2026--Lucky Strike Entertainment today provided financial results for the first quarter of the 2027 fiscal year, which ended on September 27, 2026.
'I Play Rocky,' 'The Cat in the Hat,' 'Ramayana' top list of new films
'Jimmy,' 'Once Upon a Time in Harlem,' 'Godzilla Minus Zero,' 'Possible Love' and 'Wild Horse Nine' are also opening
Mary Means Business: Quirky Audacious Goods opening this month
For Shannon Voges-Haupt, her latest entrepreneurial venture might seem niche at first glance, but she promises there is a little something for everyone.
Compass Box ends Hedonism series
Scotch whisky maker Compass Box has announced that the 2026 edition of Hedonism will be the final release in the annual series.
Why Barry Diller thinks Skydance shouldn't try to beat Netflix
The mogul has advice for the Ellisons and everyone else: "You are simply never going to beat Netflix, ever, unless they do something weird."
Is beef jerky actually healthy for you?
Beef jerky is a tasty, convenient snack for many. But is it healthy? Experts weigh in.
Commentary: Shift the wildfire spending to damage prevention, not just reaction
While a fire may be burning two states away, the smoke still arrives, settling over neighborhoods and dimming skylines. School administrators move recess indoors, and outdoor work slows or stops.
Japanese video game company Nintendo reports rising profit, falling sales
Japanese video-game maker Nintendo has reported an11% improvement in its net profit for April-September, although its sales declined during that period. Kyoto-based Nintendo said Thursday that its profit rose to
Powerball's massive $847M jackpot won by lucky ticket holder in New Jersey
A New Jersey ticket matched all six Powerball numbers to claim the $847 million jackpot on Wednesday, but the winner's identity remains a mystery.
Former Formula 1 world champion Alan Jones dies aged 80
Alan Jones remains the last Australian to win the F1 drivers championship; he triumphed in 1980 while racing for Williams; Jones won 12 grands prix across his F1 career
Baylor looks to take care of business in 100th homecoming game
Baylor is looking to rally its fanbase on homecoming with a win over Iowa State, who is coming off an upset over then-No. 24 Oklahoma State last week.
Celsius creates new business structure to accelerate energy drink growth
The company is creating dedicated divisions for Alani Nu, Rockstar Energy and its namesake brand as it faces calls from an activist investor to change leadership.
How AI Is Changing the Way Business Leaders Make Decisions
BoF sits down with Bianca Anghelina, founder and CEO of decision intelligence platform Aily Labs, to explore her vision for AI-powered leadership, why better decisions are the key to business growth and what it takes to turn AI ambition into measurable impact.
Lucky Daye stands on business as ‘ALOUD!’ album hits #1
Two-time Grammy Award-winning R&B singer Lucky Daye released his fourth album, “ALOUD!,” last month.
How Long Should Warsofsky Get to Turn Sharks Around?
How long should Ryan Warsofsky get to turn around the San Jose Sharks? We know half of you want Warso […]
Valkyries’ Kiah Stokes wears shirt mocking ESPN to championship parade
The Golden State Valkyries were surprising WNBA champions, hanging a banner this fall in just their second year of existence. As you might expect, Golden State’s players kept receipts of the doubt they faced along the way. And at the team’s championship celebration on Wednesday, veteran center Kiah Stokes literally wore one of those receipts.…
Niners coach Kyle Shanahan confirms report that Vikings WR Jauan Jennings denied trade back to San Francisco
Paul F. Tompkins, Skye Townsend, and Aparna Nancherla share the secrets of Dropout's 'MP3'
Plus, learn how Jeremy Culhane's kisses bit was born.
What 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan said most recently about Brandon Aiyuk
The San Francisco 49ers are currently preparing for their upcoming matchup on Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders. The team has gotten off to a great start this year despite playing without Brandon Aiyuk , who has been away from the team but reportedly may show up to practice on Friday, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Now, 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan […] The post What 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan said most recently about Brandon Aiyuk appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Valkyries parade historic WNBA title through ‘global capital of women’s sports’
The Bay Area showed up and showed out as they showered their championship-winning Valkyries with love Wednesday.
Springfield longstanding business to close this November after nearly 80 years
After nearly eight decades serving the Springfield community, Glo Dry Cleaning Specialists is closing its doors for good on Nov. 16, leaving devoted customers and neighbors stunned by the sudden departure.
Political science expert breaks down Tuesday's election results
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Election Day, Tuesday, brought both a large and small scale blue wave, along with some very close local races here in south-central Kentucky. On a national scale, the republican lead house has lost at least 29 seats with 64 seats still yet to be officially confirmed. The United States Senate Democratic Party has gained seven seats, while...
In Chatsworth, N.J., Rutgers Scientists Farm for the Berry Best Varieties
During a mostly sunny Friday morning in early October, 11 students squatted in a basin, picking cranberries from low-creeping vines and placing them into clear plastic bags. “Do not eat them,” said Peter Oudemans, a professor of plant biology and pathology with the Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. He was sort of kidding – and sort of not.
Making it work in the cattle business for young producers
Entering the cattle business isn’t for the faint of heart. Jackie Moore with Joplin Regional Stockyards in Missouri, one of the largest sale barns in the country, says it’s more challenging than ever for producers who are trying to get started. “We’ve never been at these levels,” he says. “So we’re up here at a […]
Five Burning Questions For Michigan Football Heading Into Michigan State
Tommy Carr's development, Michigan's offensive improvement and Kyle Whittingham's first taste of the in-state rivalry headline five burning questions as the Wolverines prepare to face Michigan State.
Kevin O'Connell Scrutiny Returns Amid Vikings QB Struggles
Despite high-profile roster upgrades, Minnesota’s offense remains stagnant. With Kyler Murray struggling to find his rhythm, pressure mounts on Kevin O’Connell to adapt his system before the season slips away.
Is SWISS Business Class Worth It? What You Really Get for the Extra Cash
My new favourite way to find a good business class fare on a long-distance flight is to add in another stop counterintuitively. I fly in and out of London, so I go into Skyscanner and put in London say Bangkok (as was the case for this flight) and tick the two stops box. The benefit […]
U.K. Culture Secretary Scrutinizing Comcast-Owned Sky's Acquisition of ITV Media & Entertainment
U.K. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy Nov. 4 disclosed that she will look into Comcast-owned Sky’s $2.15 billion acquisition of ITV’s Media & Entertainment, which includes its free-to-air channels and the ITVX streaming platform. In a statement, Nandy, who most-recently conducted an 11th hour investigation of Paramount’s $111 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, says she … Continue reading "U.K. Culture Secretary Scrutinizing Comcast-Owned Sky’s Acquisition of ITV Media & Entertainment"
Kentucky basketball scores huge commitment from 7-foot-5 center
Kentucky basketball lands 7-foot-5 center Cherif Millogo, the No. 36 recruit in the 2027 class, giving the Wildcats their second commitment.
Alexa Rendell joins Sky Sports F1 team ahead of Sao Paulo Grand Prix in Brazil
Alexa Rendell has joined the Sky Sports F1 team ahead of this weekends Sao Paulo Grand Prix in Brazil; watch Fridays practice sessions for the Sao Paulo GP from 3.30pm and 7pm, live on Sky Sports F1
UK government announces public interest investigation into Sky deal to takeover ITV's media arm
U.K. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says she will intervene in the planned 1.6 billion-pound or $2.2 billion deal between Sky and ITV’s media and entertainment arm. Nandy said Wednesday that
UK government announces public interest investigation into Sky deal to takeover ITV's media arm
U.K. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says she will intervene in the planned 1.6 billion-pound or $2.2 billion deal between Sky and ITV’s media and entertainment arm. Nandy said Wednesday that she will...
Kyle Whittingham gives encouraging updates on key injuries
A pair of key defensive players, kicking questions, and plenty of Tommy Carr on the latest Inside Michigan Football radio show with Kyle Whittingham:
APT29-Linked Hackers Hijack Web Analytics Script to Deliver iOS and Android Exploits
APT29-linked attackers use compromised sites and Plerdy analytics to deliver iOS and Android exploits that steal browser and device data.
Skye chef pledges health before wealth at 'pay what you can' cafe
Araich has been set up in a former woollen mill in Portree and offers healthy food options.
Mavs at Spurs Preview: Wemby Vs. 'Dangerous' Dallas Combo
Rookie sensation Cooper Flagg joins Kyrie Irving to challenge Victor Wembanyama’s surging Spurs, as Dallas seeks revenge and a statement win in this high-stakes, nationally televised rivalry.
🏒 Y! Sports AM: Blockbuster brewing?
A Wayne Gretzky-level NHL trade could be coming soon.
Southern Taurid meteor shower could bring fireballs this week — when and where to look
The best time to see meteors during the Southern Taurid meteor shower is coming up soon.
How Anthony Ippolito talked his way into playing Sylvester Stallone in 'I Play Rocky'
Anthony Ippolito took a bold step to land the starring role in “I Play Rocky.” | WBBM Newsradio 780 AM & 105.9 FM
How Anthony Ippolito Talked His Way Into Playing Sylvester Stallone in 'I Play Rocky'
Anthony Ippolito saw the opportunity of a lifetime when he learned that Oscar-winning director Peter Farrelly was developing a film about Sylvester Stallone’s determination to write and star in the original “Rocky.” There was just one problem: Nobody had asked him to audition for “I Play Rocky.”
This 4-billion-year-old Martian meteorite fell to Earth – and scientists used a genius trick to work out exactly where it came from | BBC Sky at Night Magazine
Scientists have discovered that Mars meteorite Teghaza 001 is in fact one of the oldest Martian meteorites ever discovered.
Benefits Can Help Older Adults Stretch Their Budgets and Protect Their Health
Every year, older adults leave $58 billion in benefits unused, money that could help cover groceries and prescriptions.
West Ham: Scott Parker returns to east London after 15 years to succeed Nuno Espirito Santo as Hammers head coach
Parker replaces Nuno Espirito Santo, who was sacked on November 3 after just over 13 months in charge; the 46-year-old returns to east London 15 years after leaving as a player; he has won promotion from the Sky Bet Championship on three occasions
Nebraska football’s special teams search for consistency as kicking woes persist
A major talking point with Nebraska football is a lack of consistency on special teams. These failures have led to Matt Rhule replacing Kyle Cunanan with Matt Hohl for all field goals and points after touchdowns.
PJHS Halloween
Students and staff at Pleasanton Junior High shared their Halloween spirit, dressing up in spooky and fun costumes and characters.
Hal E. Kovert, Architect, Business Leader, Crothersville Native Succumbs
Hal E. Kovert, founder of Kovert Hawkins Architects in Jeffersonville and a longtime contributor to the civic and philanthropic life of Southern Indiana and Kentucky, died Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at the age of 73. He was a native of Crothersville. Kovert co-founded Kovert Hawkins Architects with longtime business partner and friend John Hawkins in […]
Democrat Zach Dembo wins election to U.S. House in Kentucky's 6th Congressional District
Democrat Zach Dembo won election Tuesday to the U.S. House of Representatives representing Kentucky's 6th Congressional District, defeating Republican Ralph Alvarado.
Democrat Debbie Wasserman Schultz wins reelection to U.S. House in Florida’s 20th District
Democrat Debbie Wasserman Schultz won election to the U.S. House of Representatives representing Florida’s 20th Congressional District, defeating Republican Brent Andersen.
Buccaneers' Irving Already Climbing Team's All-Time Rushing List
After a dominant 170-yard performance against Atlanta, Bucky Irving has stormed into the franchise's top ten for total offense, fueled by a relentless, high-volume rushing attack this season.
Caitlin Clark Makes Her Opinion Around Valkyries Winning WNBA Championship Against Dream Extremely Clear
The WNBA’s growth has been impossible to ignore over the past few seasons, with rising attendance, record viewership, and new franchises adding to the league’s momentum. The 2026 season took that progress another step forward, as the Golden State Valkyries delivered a historic championship run just two years after entering the league.
Kyler Murray Gets Concerning Take Amid Vikings’ Offensive Woes
Whether the Minnesota Vikings have to make a change at QB due to Kyler Murray’s hamstring soreness that he suffered during the Week 8 loss to the Detroit Lions or due to his play, one former player believes that it could be time to make a switch at center. Murray finished 17-of-29 on his pass […] The post Kyler Murray Gets Concerning Take Amid Vikings’ Offensive Woes appeared first on HEAVY.
The Last Disney+ Original?
(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.) Before we get going, I wanted to remind readers about how I plan to keep your trust while I add advertising to this newsletter. As you’ve no doubt noticed, I’m running ads now, but the danger is that it could impact my analysis and writing. I have a list of sponsors on my About Page, so if you think I’m biased, you can check out who’s sponsored this newsletter! This is something that I’m not sure anyone else in digital media does (if you’re a writer or media outlet and you do this, let me know and I’ll shout you out!) but it’s something I’d love to see embraced by the entire industry. Sunlight, i.e. transparency, is often the best disinfectant. Okay, on to this week’s issue. We (finally) have another major Disney+ TV show to talk about, so that’s my main focus for today. Plus, we had a lot of new shows come out, including the fourth seasons of The Diplomat and Tulsa King! And Love is Blind! The Lowdown! Also, four (four!) straight-to-streaming films came out this week, featuring a lot of big names and celebrities, so I’m going to look at those. All that, mixed news for the WNBA, Reacher ends its run on the charts, Skydance does well in September viewership, NYU’s Sundance dominance, all the flops, bombs and misses, and a whole lot more. Let’s dive right in! (Reminder: The streaming ratings report focuses on the U.S. market and compiles data from Nielsen’s weekly top ten viewership ranks, Luminate’s Top Ten Data, JustWatch and Reelgood interest data, Samba TV household viewership, company datecdotes, Netflix hours viewed data, Google Trends, and IMDb to determine the most popular content. While most data points are current, Nielsen’s data covers the weeks of October 12th to October 18th, 2026. You can find a link to my terminology here.) Subscribe Television - Disney+’s Porridge Problem Listen, per my headline, VisionQuest isn’t the last Disney+ Original. At least, I’m pretty sure it’s not. They have other MCU shows in development. Well, maybe one: But it sure feels like the end of an era. I’d call it their “porridge too hot” era, to quote myself from The Ringer. I told Ben Lindbergh that Disney+ seemingly couldn’t figure out the right amount of content. In the heights of the Streaming Bubble Era (circa 2019 to 2022), they started releasing an insane amount of TV shows. After their growth slowed, they’re down to two or three shows a year, and that might be down to 1 by 2027. Here’s my TV shows by year chart: Even at the time, I thought Disney was making too many shows (that cost too much). Today? They’re definitely making too few shows (though the budgets are more in check, at least according to the reporting). Porridge too hot, porridge too cold; too many shows, now not enough. Which makes evaluating VisionQuest so interesting. This show didn’t have a great lead-in, whether it be a Marvel Cinematic Universe film (the last non-Sony-produced-Spider-Man flick came out The Fantastic Four from July of 2025) or Marvel Cinematic Universe TV show (the two this year were Wonder Man back in January and _Daredevil: Born Again_in May, both of which underwhelmed). And so far, VisionQuest hasn’t quite recaptured the MCU Originals glory, but it has some signs of sparks. First, it made Samba TV, though at a lowly ninth place. At least it made it, a feat some other Marvel shows didn’t accomplish. (Ironheart landed on the Samba TV charts one week at tenth place, but Wonder Man and Daredevil: Born Again both missed.) VisionQuest also made Luminate, though with only 3.0 and 7.6 million hours. But it missed Nielsen in its first week. The best news might be its 7.8 on IMDb, on 12K reviews so far, great numbers, even for a superhero show. Looking at those numbers, this show will really need to pick up in future weeks—and it may since it’s coming out weekly—or Disney will have another disappointment on its hands. Disney+ binge-released their last few shows to try to boost numbers, but that meant shows like Iron Heart and Wonder Man didn’t last long on the charts. _Daredevil: Born Again’s_last season missed entirely (though it came out weekly). Here’s the Disney+ Originals by totals: And for a fun new look, here are those same shows, rearranged by the years they came out: That really shows that, in addition to Disney+ releasing fewer shows, those shows just don’t hit like they once did. If I had to offer one main explanation, it’s that Marvel Studios moved away from characters who starred in the Avengersmovies (The Scarlett Witch, Vision, Hawkeye, Loki, Falcon, Winter Soldier) to characters who didn’t (Moon Knight, She-Hulk, Iron Heart, Wonder Man, Daredevil). It sounds trite, but more popular IP tends to do better than less popular IP. In Marvel’s case, beloved, decades-old characters trump newer ones. And yes, I think this is a problem for Disney. The failure of Marvel TV shows to linger for weeks on the charts, unlike in 2021 and 2022, explains why Disney’s share of the charts has plummeted: That’s a strategic issue. Yes, these shows are really expensive, but without them, Disney+ will struggle, especially if Disney+ keeps raising prices AND licenses out its shows non-exclusively. My recommendation? Return to the core value proposition, which is Disney+ as “genre HBO”. The goal is six shows a year, coming out weekly, spaced out throughout the year. When a show hits, keep it coming back. Make three to four of those shows Marvel or Star Wars, and fill out the rest with IP swings like Percy Jackson, Goosebumps or something like National Treasure. And make YA-skewing shows like Coven Academy to fill out the schedule. Disney, you can get this porridge just right, er, make the right number of shows. Quick Notes on TV Netflix’s sophomore, er, junior, er, senior season slump abated very, very slightly this week. I speak of The Diplomat, which returned for its fourth season on 15-Oct. Credit where credit is due, this show debuted in April of 2023, and has put out new seasons every year since. Has that helped the viewership? Not really. This season opened to 16.4 million hours, which is down significantly from the first season (21.7 million hours) and down somewhat from the second season (18.0 million hours), but it is up from last year’s 14.2 million hours opening. On Samba TV, it opened to third place; that’s also very good. On Luminate, it opened to 25.0 million hours, which is good, but over thirty million hours is a hit on that platform. Netflix wisely renewed it, since it’s steady and, frankly, Netflix needs hits.1 Paramount+ put out Tulsa King’s fourth season on a Friday. After putting out most of their big, usually-Taylor Sheridan-scripted shows out on Sundays last year, they’ve clearly moved to Fridays going forward. Was this a thought-out strategic change, Netflix mimicry, or a data-inspired move? Tough to say. Fridays are crowded with new movies, but so are Sundays with new shows. Anyways, this one is coming out weekly, and we haven’t seen it hit the Nielsen or Luminate charts yet. But it did make Samba TV at fifth place, which is a good opening. Still, if this doesn’t make Luminate or Nielsen next week, I’d call it a disappointment. Netflix had two unscripted shows hit the charts this week, one a docu-series and one a reality competition show. Tyson is a four-episode docu-series about one of boxing’s most popular fighters, and it made both the Samba TV and Luminate charts, but not Nielsen. That’s a solid run for only four episodes (assuming it didn’t cost an arm and a leg to produce). Netflix’s latest season of Love Is Blind also returned for its eleventh season, which opened to 10.0 million hours, down from previous seasons. It also had 11.0 million hours according to Luminate, roughly in line with the Nielsen numbers. Last issue, I analyzed the triple successes of Below, Carrie and Crystal Lake, noting that all three have done well. I mostly used Nielsen, but all three shows also made Samba TV (see above). Crystal Lake in particular did very well on Luminate, getting 35.0 million hours, top for Peacock among first seasons: The top “show” of the week would have been Thursday Night Football again, at 41.7 million hours. This is still above last year’s game, but it continues the season’s overall downward trend, which happens every year. (Though a big week is coming, based on the news stories I’ve seen.) As I said before, I’ll do a deeper dive on all the October games later this month, with comparisons to previous years. One company is quietly on a roll, when you consider the shows it makes and streams. I speak of Skydance—a point Variety made—noting that it produces Neagley and Reacher for Amazon, along with Paramount+’s Lioness, which means it produced three of the top four shows of September according to Nielsen. By the way, Neagley fell off the Nielsen charts after four weeks, which is a pinch short for how well it started, but it’s still a huge success. (Interestingly, it finished just 7.3 million hours ahead of the cancelled Ride or Die.) The point, though, which I’ve made before, is that Prime Video still has a problem with how many co-productions it buys, most notably _The Boys_from Sony and Reacher/Jack Ryan from Skydance. It’s not a critical flaw—everyone licenses shows—but Amazon still struggles to make its own hits. Reacher finally fell off the Nielsen charts, so here’s its final rank for season four: 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… ...An example of the algorithm NOT picking a film… …whether or not Netflix buys shows simply for the movie poster… ...if East of Eden is above the Obliterated Line... ...what four star-studded straight-to-streaming films didn’t chart... ...and a whole lot more... ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support. If you want an idea of just how much content you’d get in a full issue, check out this older issue.
Molecular dinitrogen anions pave the way for low-temperature ammonia synthesis
New antiperovskite-supported cobalt catalyst can produce ammonia from nitrogen and hydrogen under mild conditions without precious metals, as reported by researchers from Science Tokyo. This self-organizing nanostructured material unlocks a novel cooperative mechanism between cobalt, barium, and aluminum that promotes nitrogen activation through the formation of molecular dinitrogen anions (N2)−, outperforming benchmark ruthenium and industrial iron catalysts.
Loughborough expert features on leading science podcast
Professor Vicky Tolfrey, Director of Loughborough University's Centre for Para and Disability Sport Innovation, is featured in a new episode of the chart-topping A Question of Science podcast, released 4 November.
Monarch butterflies get tiny trackers to help scientists follow their mysterious migration
Every August, monarch butterflies east of the Rocky Mountains begin their migration from southern Canada and the northern United States to central Mexico to hibernate. In the spring, when temperatures warm, they awaken, mate and begin their migration north again to lay their eggs. In Texas, scientists with the National Wildlife Federation are now tracking monarchs during their migration to understand where they roost and protect the habitats they rely on.
North Little Rock based snake breeder’s business a reptile showcase
Connor Hesington, the co-owner and operator of Russ Vegas Reptiles, slithered around Funky Stretch Pizza on a recent weeknight showcasing a variety of scaly creatures to customers.
Esteban Ocon will not race for Haas again this season as Rafael Camara replaces him at Sao Paulo Grand Prix
Esteban Ocon will no longer compete for Haas this season; Formula 2 championship leader Rafael Camara will now partner Ollie Bearman at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix
Investing in calf health continues to pay
The owner of one of the largest sale barns in the country says investing in calf health programs can pay off for producers. Jackie Moore with Joplin Regional Stockyards in Missouri those calves bring stronger prices. “I’d say a lot of those calves, that might make $50 a hundred weight difference today,” he says. “So, […]
3 arrested in connection to robbery at Pulaski County business
According to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office, the three suspects allegedly broke the front glass door of the store. They reportedly stole chainsaws, guns and other items
Exclusive-Skydance shuffles distribution ranks as eight executives depart
By Jaspreet Singh Nov 3 (Reuters) - Skydance, the media giant that merged Paramount-Skydance with Warner Bros.
The surprisingly complicated science of perfect curling ice in Wisconsin
From Olympic lucky coins to microscopic imperfections, making curling ice requires an extraordinary level of precision. Just ask the ice crew in Wausau.
Federal Bill Would Bar Certain Website Tracking Litigation Plaguing Businesses – What You Need to Know
New federal legislation would give businesses some relief from a recent deluge of litigation targeting commonplace website tracking tools like cookies and tracking pixels. The Halt Abusive Internet Lawsuits Act, introduced by Rep. Russ Fulcher (R-Idaho) in September, would bar lawsuits brought under federal and state wiretapping and related surveillance laws for the collection, processing, or disclosure of information when it is used for a commercial purpose. If passed, the legislation would significantly reduce exposure for businesses small and large who have faced expensive litigation for utilizing everyday website tools. Here’s what you need to know about the bill and its chances of becoming law – and some steps you can take while we wait to see what happens.
More Than 1,000 Gather at Booth–Kellogg ETA Conference to Explore Buying and Building Businesses - Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
More than 1,000 people attended the 13th Annual Booth–Kellogg Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) Conference last week, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, MBA students, and faculty from around the world to explore what it takes to find, acquire, and grow a business. Hosted by the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the ETA Group at Chicago Booth,
iOS 27.3 Beta Brings Back Apple's Redesigned Health App
iOS 27.3 reintroduces the redesigned Health app previewed in September. Apple tested the new Health app in the iOS 27.2 beta, but it was removed before the update launched. The Health app has been updated, and there are new Insights and Longevity tabs that show more information about your health and fitness metrics. The Insights tab includes your most recent health data, like Activity Rings, heart rate, sleep score, and vitals. Apple Intelligence will use that information to offer Personal Guidance.