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Sony Entertainment Layoffs Hit TV, Film and Corporate
Sony Pictures Entertainment is restructuring its operations with plans for hundreds of layoffs across its film, TV and corporate divisions in the coming months.
Sony Pictures Layoffs Underway: Refocus To Fuel Growth
Sony Pictures Entertainment is proceeding with layoffs across its motion picture group, Sony Pictures Television and corporate offices.
Blues broadcaster FanDuel Sports Network Midwest to wind down after first round of playoffs
Penguins provide Blake Lizotte injury update ahead of playoffs
The Penguins got some seemingly positive updates on a key penalty killer just before the end of the regular season. The Sportsnet Pittsburgh broadcast shared footage this weekend of Blake Lizotte, who has been sidelined since March 14 with an upper-body injury, skating and taking shots ahead of Sunday morning practice. “He’s continuing to progress,” […]
The week ahead: Penguins looking for just one win
When the 2025-26 NHL season began the Pittsburgh Penguins were given, by most models, less than a 10 percent chance of making the Stanley Cup Playoffs. As they enter play on Monday, with game No. 79 on the schedule ahead, MoneyPuck has them at a 99.9 percent chance to make the playoffs with an 8.2 […]
NHL power rankings: Two teams make coaching changes down stretch
The Golden Knights and Islanders have made coaching changes with the playoffs approaching. Here are the latest USA TODAY NHL power rankings.
I'm still betting on AI after it shrank my business and staff
A marketing CEO of 17 years says AI boosted productivity but cut demand, forced layoffs, and changed pricing.
Biotech layoffs return: Mass. life science firms cut 745 jobs in Q1
Biotech job cuts return: 14 companies cut 745 jobs in Q1
76ers lose Cameron Payne to hamstring injury amid playoff chase
The Philadelphia 76ers are in the midst of a chase to clinch a spot in the NBA playoffs, but they just suffered a loss to their a core member of their bench.
Still plenty on the line as Spurs host 76ers
The San Antonio Spurs look to rebound from a rare loss and get back on track in their chase for the top seed in the upcoming NBA playoffs when they host the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday.
Islanders fire coach Patrick Roy with 4 games remaining before playoffs, hire Peter DeBoer to replace him
The Islanders are making a coaching change while hanging onto the No. 7 seed in the NHL's Eastern Conference.
Sports Illustrated is attempting a rebound after layoffs
One of the most respected brand names in journalism is now generating revenue through streaming TV, branded events, ticket services, and international editions.
Grand Theft Auto 6 publisher Take-Two have seemingly laid off their head of AI and several of the department's staffers
It's currently unclear why these layoffs have taken place.
Who's in 2026 NHL playoffs? Latest standings, bracket and tiebreakers
Less than two weeks remain in the 2025-26 NHL regular season. Here is the latest look at the standings, potential playoff bracket and tiebreakers.
The brutal truth about NBA health and how it can end playoff dreams
The Wine and Gold Talk podcast breaks down why availability — not talent — determines championship runs, and the Cavs are walking a dangerous tightrope heading into the playoffs.
49ers 2026 offseason workout dates revealed
The 49ers' path to the playoffs and the Super Bowl is beginning to take shape.
Islanders Gameday: Get busy winning or get busy dying
If the regular season ended this morning, the New York Islanders would qualify for the playoffs by virtue of having more points, thanks to having played one more game, than Detroit, Columbus, or Philadelphia. Tonight that will not change but it can get either better or more fragile as they host the Flyers, who desperately […]
Previewing the NHL and NBA stretch run, plus Puka’s rehab trip
The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! Maybe I’m too online, but I think all April Fools’ Day content should be banned. Sorry. Real news coming up: 🏒 NHL playoff picture 🏀 NBA playoff picture, too 🗳️ Goal versus hoop, let’s finish this Two of our major sports share the same calendar schedule and number of games. Today, we are table-setting each of their stretch runs as the playoffs near. I had a hard time choosing between metaphorical children to cover first,...
Wisconsin companies announce nearly 1,000 layoffs in March
Four companies announced layoffs in Wisconsin in March, impacting 982 workers, more than double February's total.
🔍 Nacional host Cúcuta: through, but under scrutiny
Atlético Nacional returns to the Atanasio Girardot this Wednesday at 20:30 to face Cúcuta Deportivo. Although Diego Arias’ team has already secured its spot in the Liga BetPlay-I playoffs with an ...
World Cup Playoffs Scores, Live Updates: Congo DR Qualifies; Bolivia-Iraq Up Next
Following along for the top moments and highlights of the World Cup intercontinental playoffs.
Oracle laying off thousands of workers to cut costs amid AI push: report
Oracle is reportedly moving forward with layoffs as the software giant looks to restructure its workforce amid an investment in building out AI infrastructure.
Jack Dorsey: AI will turn managers into 'player-coaches' at Block
Jack Dorsey and Roelof Botha outlined Block's AI future one month after its sweeping 40% layoffs. Block will be a "mini-AGI," they wrote.
UEFA World Cup Playoffs Scores, Live Updates: Italy, Türkiye, Sweden Eye Spots
Following along for the top moments and highlights of the UEFA World Cup playoffs.
EXCLUSIVE: Eidos Montreal Cancels 7+ Year In-Development Title That Cost Hundreds of Millions
Yesterday's Eidos Montreal layoffs were due to the cancellation of Wildlands, a game that had been in development since early 2019.
Read the email Oracle is sending to laid-off employees
Oracle began global layoffs on Tuesday as it tries to curb costs. Read the email it sent to affected employees.
Why Disney still needs Epic Games
Two years ago, Walt Disney Co. made a big bet on Epic Games. Despite the "Fortnite" developer's layoffs last week, that investment is still as important as ever.
Deus Ex developer Eidos Montréal announces mass job cuts, alongside departure of studio head David Anfossi
Eidos Montréal has announced another round of layoffs affecting 124 employees, alongside the departure of studio head, David Anfossi.
The sneaky truth about the wave of AI layoffs
Tech companies are axing full-time roles. They're hiring some back as contractors.
Heat rally late, pull away to beat 76ers
Tyler Herro scored 30 points, Bam Adebayo finished with 23 points and 16 rebounds, and the Miami Heat used a 14-0 run in the final moments to rally past the Philadelphia 76ers 119-109 on Monday night. Pelle Larsson added 20 points and a career-high 10 rebounds for Miami (40-36), which kept some realistic hope of getting out of the play-in tournament range — or at least getting into one of the top two spots and therefore assuring itself two chances of making the playoffs — alive with the win. The Heat are ninth in the Eastern Conference, in a virtual tie with No. 8 Orlando.
It Never Ends: Eidos Montreal Confirms Mass Layoffs Including Veteran Studio Head
Deus Ex in absentia
Deus Ex Studio Eidos Montreal Is In Trouble After Fresh Layoffs
David Anfossi has departed Eidos Montreal amid the massive cuts
Mattel goes through another round of layoffs
The company behind Barbie and Hot Wheels plans to lay off 65 workers in May, the latest in a series of mass layoffs that have plagued Mattel in the past year.
NHL, ESPN, TNT Sports and Sportsnet debut joint marketing creative ahead of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
The NHL and its broadcast partners are bringing fans closer to the intensity of playoff hockey with a new marketing campaign.
Epic's mass layoffs left a programmer with terminal brain cancer without life insurance, but Tim Sweeney says the company will "solve" the problem
A programmer with terminal brain cancer lost his life insurance due to Epic Games' mass layoffs, and Epic are now helping his family out.
The list of people hit by recent Epic layoffs has been turned into a dedicated portal for recruiters
Google sheet turned into dedicated website, while Tim Sweeney steps in following outcry over laid-off worker losing cancer treatment
Columbus Blue Jackets playoff tracker: Toss a coin now
Projections models, sports books drop Columbus Blue Jackets to even odds of making or missing playoffs following three-game losing streak.
Who's in the 2026 NHL playoffs? Latest bracket, standings, tiebreakers
The 2025-26 NHL regular season is scheduled to end on April 16. Here is the latest look at the playoff standings, bracket and tiebreakers.
Who's in the 2026 NHL playoffs? Latest bracket, standings, tiebreakers
The 2025-26 NHL regular season is scheduled to end on April 16. Here is the latest look at the playoff standings, bracket and tiebreakers.
What to know about the 2026 World Cup playoffs
The final six World Cup places will be decided this week with the conclusion of two playoff tournaments that will complete the 48-team lineup. Eight teams from Europe will compete for four spots, while the new intercontinental tournament that is being staged in Mexico will determine the other two places. The biggest ever World Cup — up from 32 teams in Qatar in 2022 — is being co-hosted by three nations for the first time: The United States, Canada and Mexico.
Epic Games layoffs: developer with terminal brain cancer loses life insurance
Epic Games’ latest round of layoffs, which cut roughly 1,000 roles, has drawn renewed scrutiny after reports that a longtime programmer with terminal brain cancer lost his employer-sponsored life insurance immediately upon termination. While the company offered severance and six months of continued health coverage, the employee’s family says a pre-existing condition prevents obtaining new coverage, prompting outreach to Epic executives and an update that discussions are now underway.
Prep Sports Report: Beechwood teams sweep 9th Region All "A" Classic baseball, softball titles
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Beechwood won 9th Region All “A” Classic championship games in baseball and softball this week to earn state tournament berths in both small school playoffs. On Thursday, the Beechwood softball team defeated St. Henry, 17-0, in the region final to take the title for the second time in four...
Former Valve writer hits out at Epic Games layoffs: "It's not like they're a publicly traded company. It's not like there's some need to hit the stock market thing. This is Tim"
Prolific former Valve writer, Chet Faliszek, has hit out at Epic Games founder Tim Sweeney, asking why anyone at Epic "…
Late surge lifts Thunder, Celtics rally to down Hawks
The Oklahoma City Thunder got back in the win column on Friday, beating the Chicago Bulls 131-113 to maintain their grip on first place in the NBA Western Conference.It was a key win for the Thunder, who came into the contest with a two-game lead over the San Antonio Spurs for top spot and home court advantage in the Western Conference playoffs.
UCI Health nurses distraught after layoffs, closure of pediatric units
More than 150 workers were impacted by the restructuring, according to a UCI Health spokesperson.
We run small businesses. This is what Trump’s tariffs did to us.
Layoffs, refunds, Graham Platner and the gold Trump coin, in readers’ eyes.
2026 World Cup playoffs: Jamaica, Suriname advance; Italy, Sweden also a win away from qualifying
Penguins win shootout, back in second place
With just 11 games to go, every win or loss could make the difference between a Stanley Cup Playoffs berth or bitterly watching them from home.
2026 World Cup playoffs live updates, scores: New Caledonia faces Jamaica as DR Congo awaits winner
2026 World Cup playoffs live updates, scores: Italy, Kosovo, Denmark among teams advancing as final 6 spots up for grabs
2026 World Cup playoffs live updates, scores: Italy, Denmark, Sweden among those advancing as final 6 spots up for grabs
Pediatric units close at Fountain Valley hospital after UCI Health layoffs, union says
UCI Health laid off 25 registered nurses at the hospital, leading to the closure of its pediatric and pediatric intensive care units, CNA said.
Analyst says Epic Games layoffs send a clear signal
The myth of perpetual growth continues to bulldoze through the industry.
Warriors’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs
The Warriors' season has not gone according to plan at all, but all hope is not yet lost, especially once Stephen Curry returns from injury.
Fortnite developers say there will be a huge impact on development "for the rest of the year and likely beyond" following mass layoffs
Fortnite developers are still in shock following over 1,000 colleagues being laid off by Epic Games, and the game's immediate future might look dark.
Meta layoffs hit Reality Labs, recruiting divisions
Meta's latest wave of job cuts follow years of the company pushing to become more efficient and going all in on AI.
Some Meta employees told to work remotely for the day as layoffs loom
The note comes as the company gears up for layoffs. Business Insider reported that some managers were tasked with drawing up cost-cutting plans.
Trump is expected to nominate new CDC director, as measles keeps spreading
If confirmed by the Senate, the director will inherit an agency marked by the yearlong chaos of mass layoffs, a deadly shooting and hollowed-out leadership.
Playoff-bound Wild, Lightning out to improve positioning
The Minnesota Wild and Tampa Bay Lightning, two powerhouses preparing for the playoffs in their respective conferences, will complete their two-game season series in Tuesday night's matchup in the Sunshine State.
The week ahead: Another big (and tough) week for Penguins
Looking at what the Pittsburgh Penguins need to do to secure their spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs this season.
Raptors, Suns playing for postseason in season's final stretch
Two of the best turnaround stories in the NBA this season belong to the Toronto Raptors and the Phoenix Suns, who each missed the playoffs a year ago.
How firms' heavy AI investments could affect your paycheck
Companies are investing heavily in AI, and layoffs aren't the only option for offsetting those costs.
Basketball box scores, other sports results for Friday, March 20, 2026; Playoff schedule
FRIDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball PIAA CLASS 5A PLAYOFFS Championship Bonner-Prendergast 62, West York 35 Bonner-Prendergast 8 14 15 25 — 62 West...
Amazon developing new AI-driven smartphone years after Fire Phone flop: report
Amazon is reportedly developing an AI smartphone codenamed "Transformer" with Alexa integration over a decade after its failed Fire Phone launch.
Amazon developing new AI-driven smartphone years after Fire Phone flop: report
Amazon is reportedly developing an AI smartphone codenamed "Transformer" with Alexa integration over a decade after its failed Fire Phone launch.
Warriors’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs
The Warriors are in the middle of a nightmare season, and it would be painful for fans if they witness their season end in a nightmare too.
Ubisoft announces layoffs and the cease of game development at Red Storm Entertainment
The studio will remain open, but 105 people are being laid off as part of Ubisoft's cost reduction programme
Playoffs? Check. Next up for Thunder: Handle lowly Nets
The Oklahoma City Thunder clinched the first step in their title defense and saw Shai Gilgeous-Alexander extend his historic streak on Tuesday.
Gilgeous-Alexander scores 40 as Thunder clinch playoff berth
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a 40-point scoring performance as the Oklahoma City Thunder became the first team to punch their ticket to the NBA playoffs with a 113-108 defeat of the Orlando Magic on Tuesday.Reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Gilgeous-Alexander saluted the Thunder's resilience after a mixed first-half performance.
Basketball box scores and results, other sports results for Monday, March 16, 2026; Playoff schedule
MONDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball PIAA CLASS 5A PLAYOFFS Semifinals Western Region Chartiers Valley vs. West York, ppd. Eastern Region Upper Moreland...
Black women lead fastest-growing segment of US entrepreneurs
Black women are launching businesses at a faster rate than any other demographic in the U.S., driven in part by layoffs, stalled promotions and a corporate environment many say feels increasingly inhospitable, The Wall Street Journal writes. The number of Black women-owned businesses rose about 13% last year, according to research from Wells Fargo and […]
Massachusetts high school sports MIAA spring 2026 schedule key dates
Spring high school sports are underway in Massachusetts. Keep track of key dates when games start, bracket releases and when the playoffs begin.
2026 MLB Team Preview Series: Cincinnati Reds
The worst team to make last year’s playoffs, the Reds can once again compete as a fringe contender if things break right
Basketball box scores and results, other sports results for Saturday, March 14, 2026; playoff schedule
SATURDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball PIAA CLASS 6A PLAYOFFS Quarterfinals Western Region Central Dauphin 54, New Castle 43 New Castle 11 9 18 5 —...
NBCUniversal cancels multiple talk shows, longtime entertainment news program
The cancellations are expected to result in layoffs for the shows’ crews and executives within the NBCU first-run division.
Meta eyes massive 20% workforce cut as AI infrastructure costs continue to soar across operations: report
Meta layoffs could cut 20% of workforce as tech giant weighs job reductions to offset rising artificial intelligence infrastructure costs.
Meta is weighing major layoffs as it pours billions into AI
Meta plans potential layoffs as AI investments rise, with up to 16,000 jobs at risk. AI spending demands cost cuts across Big Tech.
Basketball box scores and results, other sports results for Friday, March 13, 2026; Playoff schedule
FRIDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball PIAA CLASS 5A PLAYOFFS Quarterfinals Western Region Chartiers Valley 42, Johnstown 36 Johnstown 8 13 9 6 —...
Birmingham playing for Division III state hoops title after losing early in City playoffs
The Patriots regrouped after losing in the City Section playoffs to advance to play Antioch Cornerstone Christian for the title on Friday.
Basketball box scores and results, other sports results for Wednesday, March 11, 2026; Playoff schedule
WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball PIAA CLASS 6A PLAYOFFS Second Round Western Region Upper St. Clair 62, Red Lion 45 Red Lion 2 11 11 21 —...
Watch Atlassian CEO explain AI-driven layoffs in video message
Atlassian CEO Mike Cannon-Brookes explained the company's 1,600 layoffs in a four-minute video as the software firm pivots more heavily toward AI.
What's wrong with the Pistons? East's No. 1 seed looks vulnerable as playoffs approach
The Pistons have lost four games in a row and their lead in the East is dwindling
How CEOs Can Deal With A World Of Business Risks
Also in the Forbes CEO newsletter: Few winners in the war so far, tariffs are back (but refunds may take a while), reason to question massive Block layoffs.
Hyper Light Drifter studio workers form union after rounds of layoffs
The workforce at Heart Machine gaming studio has unionized.
Battlefield 6 teams hit with layoffs despite ‘biggest launch in franchise history’
Another one.
Wall Street executives blame Morgan Stanley’s latest layoffs on AI
Insiders close to the Wall Street giant say the real culprit can be summed up in two letters: “A” and “I.”
Judge Voids Mass Layoffs at Voice of America
The ruling, which said that Kari Lake’s appointment to oversee V.O.A.’s parent agency was invalid, was a major rejection of President Trump’s attempts to dismantle the government-funded news group.
What’s the Best Month for Sports?
Our definitive ranking of the best months to be a sports fan, from the highs of April (NBA playoffs! The Masters!) to the lows of August (baseball’s snooziest stretch).
High school boys' and girls' basketball: Wednesday's playoffs results
CIF City and Southern Section boys' and girls' playoff basketball results.
Amazon layoffs continue as robotics division cuts staff
Amazon's e-commerce operations rely on thousands of robots to automate warehouse operations. Still, this division hasn't avoided job cuts.
Alameda Health System layoffs deferred while county explores options
A plan to slash 188 health care jobs at the East Bay’s safety net hospital would heavily impact mental health programs. County leaders hope to avoid this.
High school soccer: Boys' and girls' playoff scores
Scores for boys' and girls' soccer playoffs.
High school basketball: boys' and girls' playoffs results from Tuesday
CIF City and Southern Section boys' and girls' playoff basketball results.
The ‘Untapped Gold Mine’ Hiding In Your Business’s Accounts Receivable
Also in the Forbes CFO newsletter: Early impacts from war in the Middle East, reading into major AI-inspired layoffs from payments firm Block, and our conversation with Daylit’s Jared Shulman.
Laid-off Block staff commiserate in 'Square Mafia'
Former Block employees congregate in an unaffiliated Slack group to share support, find new jobs, and trade memes. It's grown since recent layoffs.
Unrivaled playoffs 2026: Phantom and Mist to play for championship, both winning semifinals on 3-pointers
Kelsey Plum hit the game-winner for Phantom, while Arike Ogunbowale gave Mist its win in Monday's playoff semifinals.
Underdog Cuts Jobs While Pivoting to Prediction Markets
Underdog has undergone a significant round of layoffs, including cutting two-thirds of its fraud operations team.
Politics: Amana layoffs highlight flaws within Iowa’s fiscal policy
After union officials announced last week that Whirlpool Corp. will be laying off over 300 employees at its Amana, Iowa, manufacturing facility beginning March 9, Iowa’s state and federal lawmakers
Basketball box scores, other sports results for Saturday, February 28, 2026
SATURDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball WPIAL CLASS 3A PLAYOFFS Championship Aliquippa 65, South Allegheny 54 ALIQUIPPA (18-6) -- Cleaster Longmire III...