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Packers Viewed as Ideal Landing Spot for $71M Star
Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea has requested a trade if he cannot get a deal done with his team. This has led many fans and media to suggest that the Green Bay Packers trade for Vea. JP Acosta of CBS Sports listed the Packers as one of the few teams that make the […] The post Packers Viewed as Ideal Landing Spot for $71M Star appeared first on HEAVY.
Miami Dolphins Discussion: Surprise Cut Edition
We ask Miami Dolphins fans which player they believe will be cut by week one that no one sees coming.
'They're selling us out quickly': Fans take to Latrobe ahead of Steelers training camp
The first practice that's open to the public starts at 11:20 a.m. Wednesday morning.
The biohacking sauna blanket Gwyneth Paltrow calls a '10 out of 10' is $140 off at Nordstrom
Fans of the infrared heat therapy also include Kate Hudson and Miranda Kerr.
GalaxyCon Raleigh unites fans through cosplay, fandom and community
An annual convention brought together actors, artists, entertainers and fans in downtown Raleigh. GalaxyCon Raleigh, a four-day ‘festival of fandom’, took place at the Raleigh Convention Center from Thursday through Sunday.
Portland’s passion for women’s sports drew this journalist across the country: Letter from the Editor
From tearful conversations with young athletes to heartwarming community moments, Liana Handler is ready to write about what matters to Portland fans.
Ted Danson shares emotional reason he doesn't remember 'Cheers' finale
It was the end of an era for a generation of TV fans, but the "Cheers" finale was something of a blur for Ted Danson The Emmy-winning actor and sitcom
Check Out New Acrylic Standee Prizes and Share Your Favorite at Play! Pokémon Stores
Look forward to new acrylic standee prizes and a fun, casual activity for fans to showcase their favorite Pokémon.
Baldur's Gate 3 players on PC can't decide if the latest third-person camera mod is a revelation or a crime against Larian's original vision
A new cinematic third-person camera mod for Baldur's Gate 3 is sparking debate among fans of Larian Studios' massive RPG.
Fans Want FF7 Remake Director To Lead Final Fantasy 17
Naoki Hamaguchi made a surprise ppearance onstage at the latest FF14 Fan Fest
Baldur's Gate 3 True Third-Person Camera Mod Goes Viral, Sparks Debate About Whether It Erases the Game's Identity
Baldur’s Gate 3 might be three years old, but it’s still the subject of much debate — and many new mods. One mod in particular has gone viral, leading some fans to say developer Larian should keep it in mind for its future games. Others, though, believe using it to play Baldur’s Gate 3 essentially amounts to heresy.
Maeda 'nothing short of a legend' at Celtic
Celtic fans, we asked for your views after Daizen Maeda's move to promoted Premier League side Ipswich Town was confirmed. Ian: Daizen Maeda was appallingly let down by Celtic at the last minute and he struggled initially last season.
Which Falcons Linebacker Room Addition Will Step Up in 2026?
The Atlanta Falcons had an eventful offseason, marked by staff changes, new additions, and the departure of several impact players from the last few seasons. As training camp continues, Atlanta has a multitude of questions to answer surrounding many positions, including quarterback, linebacker, and offensive tackle. Although the biggest question on Falcons fans' minds is who will start at QB, the linebacker position is anything but set in stone.
Angry PlayStation Fans Propose PS5 Blackout in Protest of Sony's Disc Decision
Unplug your consoles for a week in August
Shakira Surprises Fans, Brings Out Tyla for "Hips Don't Lie" in Brooklyn
The surprise appearance is a timely one for Tyla, whose new album is out this Friday.
Two Huge Positives for New England Patriots Training Camp Opens
For New England Patriots fans, it’s been a superb start to training camp 2026. All the news on two key fronts was positive, led by the owner addressing the Christian Gonzalez contract situation early in the morning before the team's first official practice. Gonzalez, as promised by head coach Mike Vrabel in Friday’s opening camp address, was on the field and competing in individual drills with his team.
Country singer taking time off after life-threatening health scare: ‘Still recovering’
He shared the news with fans on social media.
Draymond Green Gives Negative Update On Warriors Contract
Most NBA fans and pundits expected Draymond Green to sign a new deal shortly after LeBron James made his decision. However, the Golden State Warriors have yet to reach out to Green about a new contract over 24 hours after LeBron signed with the Philadelphia 76ers. Everyone assumed Green was waiting for this decision and […] The post Draymond Green Gives Negative Update On Warriors Contract appeared first on HEAVY.
Boilers Sprint Past Langara Select in Exhibition Game 102-63
For the first time since 2022, Purdue fans got their first look at the Boilers without Braden Smith, Fletcher Loyer, or Trey Kaufman-Renn on the roster. Those are some big shoes to fill for a program accustomed to needing to fill big shoes in the past but there are ample familiar faces that appear willing […]
Morgan Wallen concerts bring economic boost to Ann Arbor businesses
Morgan Wallen's Ann Arbor concerts drew 75,000+ fans per night, boosting local businesses near Michigan Stadium.
Capcom explains why it's putting out so many Resident Evil remakes and why there aren't a lot of spin-offs
Capcom’s Masachika Kawata has commented on why we’ve been seeing a bunch of Resident Evil remakes over the past few years, but not so much in the way of spin-offs. You could easily make the case that we’re in a golden age with Resident Evil right now. New games have been a hit with fans and critics alike. In between...
Singer Zach Top slams modern country music, says it lacks 'soul'
Zach Top says modern country music sounds "perfect" and has lost its "soul," explaining why bluegrass and raw sounds are resonating with fans now.
Ranking 2026 freshmen by Day 1 impact on college football
These true freshmen from Ohio State, Miami, Texas and elsewhere won't have any problems making immediate impacts in the 2026 college football season.
Final Fantasy 7 Director Kept 'Open World Fatigue' in Mind as New Remake Chapter Promises 'Bigger' World Than Rebirth
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi has acknowledged the "open world fatigue" affecting the industry but says Square Enix was "very careful" to make sure fans would have "all the guidance they need" in the new remake chapter – even if it's bigger than the last.
Top five 49ers competitions to watch with 2026 NFL training camp finally here
Matt Maiocco lists five positional battles 49ers fans can expect as San Francisco begins 2026 NFL training camp on Saturday.
Survey results: Fans are intrigued by the cornerback competition
NY Giants fans want to see who wins the starting cornerback job in training camp
Cowboys fans’ verdict on Javonte Williams’ 2026 rushing yards
What are your expectations for Javonte Williams this season?
‘OnlyMarms’: Marmots Are on OnlyFans to Raise Money for Research
A team of scientists uploaded videos of the squirrel-like rodents in the wild on the adult-content site OnlyFans to raise money amid government budget cuts.
Warriors fans react to LeBron James picking the Sixers
After LeBron James made his long-awaited decision to sign with the Sixers, Warriors fans chimed in with reactions across social media.
Bethesda Officially Confirms Brand-New Detail About The Elder Scrolls 6
In a recent statement, Bethesda's Todd Howard confirms a new feature fans can look forward to in The Elder Scrolls 6.
CBS affiliate changes impact NFL fans in multiple markets
NFL fans in several U.S. television markets will have to turn to a different channel to watch their games, as CBS and Nexstar announced major changes to the network affiliations of several local stations. The changes will affect fans in Albuquerque, New Mexico; Jackson, Mississippi; Bismarck, North Dakota; Birmingham, Alabama; Greenville, South Carolina; and Rapid…
Grants Aid Caro Science Pupils, Hoops Fans
CARO — Science students and sports fans may most appreciate the $22,500 in grants recently given to Caro Community Schools.
NBA Twitter reacts to LeBron James joining the 76ers
NBA fans are buzzing on social media after LeBron James decided to join the 76ers in free agency.
Lakers Get Final Message From LeBron James After 76ers Decision
"Thank you LA," LeBron James wrote in his parting message to Lakers fans after announcing his decision to sign with the 76ers. The post Lakers Get Final Message From LeBron James After 76ers Decision appeared first on HEAVY.
“Graphic Talk About Science: Adventures in Science Engagement”
Mount Wilson Observatory (MWO), Southern California’s esteemed home to several of the most groundbreaking astronomical discoveries in history, welcomes the public to the third Saturday Evening Talks & Telescopes of the season on Saturday, July 25, 2026. MWO is honored to present “Graphic Talk About Science: Adventures in Science Engagement,” a lecture by Clifford V. Johnson, from UCSB. This lecture explores how graphic storytelling can make cutting-edge physics more accessible, as Johnson discusses the science and creative process behind his illustrated book, “The Dialogues: Conversations About the Nature of the Universe.” Tickets are available here: www.mtwilson.edu/events/lecture072526 During the six-month season, each Talks & Telescopes event runs from 5:30pm to 11:30pm with the “talk” portion of the evening beginning in the Observatory’s Auditorium. The 60+ minute presentation is followed by picnic dining—bring your own, or purchase from a food truck or caterer—and then, after the sun goes down, stargazing through Mount Wilson’s immense telescopes, the largest in the world made available to the public. Additional stargazing around the grounds will be available thanks to members of the Los Angeles Astronomical Society. Both the 60-inch telescope and the 100-inch—the latter famously used by Edwin Hubble to discover the expanding universe—will be available for viewing the night sky. Priced at $50, this event series offers the most economical stargazing event option on the mountain. Tickets and more information are available on Mount Wilson Observatory’s website here: www.mtwilson.edu/lectures. Advance purchases are highly recommended. UPCOMING SATURDAY EVENING TALKS & TELESCOPES OF THE 2026 SEASON August 22: “Towards a Functional Cosmology” www.mtwilson.edu/events/lecture082226 Join artist Lita Albuquerque for a lecture on her multidisciplinary practice at the intersection of art, science, and cosmology. Drawing on decades of work across painting, land art, performance, and installation, she reflects on projects created in remote, astronomy-linked environments and how they shape her exploration of time, space, and human perception. September 19: “The Brightness of Stars: Henrietta Leavitt and the Transformative Nature of Attention in Art and Science” www.mtwilson.edu/events/lecture091926 Visual artist and author Anna Von Mertens explores the life and legacy of Henrietta Leavitt, whose study of variable stars enabled the first reliable measurements of cosmic distances. Working among the Harvard Computers, Leavitt laid the foundation for breakthroughs at Mount Wilson, including Harlow Shapley’s mapping of the Milky Way and Edwin Hubble’s discovery of an expanding universe. Drawing from her book “Attention Is Discovery: The Life and Legacy of Astronomer Henrietta Leavitt,” Von Mertens shares archival materials alongside her own artwork inspired by Leavitt’s life, to celebrate how careful attention leads to both scientific discovery and a meaningful life. October 17: “The Duality of Genius and Struggle: G.E. Hale” www.mtwilson.edu/events/lecture101726 This talk, presented by Sam Hale, explores the extraordinary life and legacy of his grandfather, George Ellery Hale—the visionary behind some of the world’s most important astronomical institutions. Drawing on both history and personal connection, Sam Hale offers insight into a legacy that continues to shape science and culture today. VISITING MWO The gate to Mount Wilson’s campus opens at 10:00am daily and closes at 5:00pm from early April through November. Entrance to the grounds is free. Visitors can hike, gaze at the telescope domes and towers that dot the landscape, and take a look at historic Mount Wilson photos and letters in the Museum. The Cosmic Cafe (www.mtwilson.edu/cosmic-cafe), located above the main parking lot at the Observatory entrance, is open on weekends in the spring, summer, and fall. In addition to traditional menu items such as hot dogs, drinks, and snacks, the Cafe offers wraps, salads, and sweet treats from Little Flower. PARKING A U.S. Forest Service Adventure Pass is required to park at the Observatory. A $5 day pass or a $30 dollar annual pass may be purchased at the Cosmic Cafe on weekends between 10:00am and 5:00pm. During the week, passes are available at locations around Los Angeles. The most convenient location before heading up is at the Shell station in La Canada Flintridge at the bottom of the Angeles Crest Highway (https://find.shell.com/us/fuel/10007957-4530-angeles-crest-hwy/en_US). Visit the U.S. Forest Service website for more information about Passes and other locations to buy them: www.fs.usda.gov/r05/passes/adventure-pass For more information about Visiting Mount Wilson Observatory, please visit: www.mtwilson.edu/visiting NOT ADA-COMPLIANT Please be advised that access to the 100-inch dome is via an open-air, 53-step staircase inside the building. There is no ADA-compliant access.
Philly fans, businesses prepare for impact of Lebron James in the city
The get-in price on SeatGeek for the 76ers' Oct. 16 preseason game against the Celtics jumped from $107 to $540 in under an hour after LeBron's announcement, according to a team member of the site.
"Stranger Things" Meets the Wrestling Ring in Utica
Fans of the Netflix series "Stranger Things" and professional wrestling will get a unique experience when actor Randy Havens makes an appearance at the Utica University Nexus Center.
Hall of Fame Weekend Kicks Off in Cooperstown
Baseball fans are gathering for Hall of Fame Weekend as Cooperstown prepares to welcome three new legends.
‘Dumbest thing in sports’ – NFL fans are ’embarrassed’ by new Buffalo Bills stadium design feature
The Buffalo Bills are gearing up for their first season in their state-of-the-art new stadium after leaving the old Highmark Stadium behind in January. Josh Allen’s first competitive game at the new Highmark Stadium will come in week two of the NFL season against the Detroit Lions.
Are Celtic fans right to be nervous now?
Former Celtic striker Cillian Sheridan suggests the Scottish champions are making the same mistakes as last season, so we look at how their preparations are going.
The Best Stadiums in Sports Are at the Tour de France—and Completely Free
As the race heads to the Alpe d’Huez for two stages, before a final-day fight on the streets of Montmartre, hundreds of thousands of fans are flocking to the most celebrated roads in cycling.
The WNBA’s business is thriving. So why can’t Cathy Engelbert escape criticism?
Boos follow Engelbert whenever she appears in public, as fans and players appear to be united against her.
Hope Returns: Why Sunderland Fans Can Dream Again
For years, Sunderland supporters expected the worst. But has the club finally reached a point where hope outweighs fear and anything feels possible again?
Banana Ball brings fans, entertainment back to Connecticut for Hartford series
The Indianapolis Clowns defeated the Party Animals in the opening game of a three-game series Wednesday night, rallying for a walk-off win in the ninth inning on a hit by former Boston Red Sox player Jackie Bradley Jr.
Banana Ball brings fans, entertainment back to Connecticut for Hartford series
Banana Ball returned to Connecticut this week, bringing its signature mix of baseball and entertainment back to Dunkin’ Park in Hartford for the first time in three years. The Indianapolis Clowns defeated the Party Animals in the opening game of a three-game series Wednesday night, rallying for a walk-off win in the ninth inning on a hit by former Boston…
Johnny Depp cracks Trump tariff joke during surprise Comic-Con appearance as Ebenezer Scrooge
Johnny Depp surprised fans outside San Diego Comic-Con with an in-character appearance as Ebenezer Scrooge — and cracked a joke about President Trump’s tariffs.
Simone Biles Undergoes Procedure Following June Health Scare
After a June health scare, Simone Biles updates fans on a July medical procedure. Biles remains undecided on a 2028 Olympic run as former teammates Suni Lee and Katelyn Ohashi announce comebacks.
Ancient lore meets small-town politics: Why fans are flocking to 'Widow’s Bay'
UC Berkeley Professor Abigail De Kosnik explains why the new horror-comedy’s mix of genre play, dark humor and original storytelling has resonated so widely.
GalaxyCon Raleigh is back. What to know before you go
The annual event draws celebrities, creators, writers, cosplayers and fans into four-day "Festival of Fandom."
Top Horror Movies Streaming This Week
Fans paid tribute to one of horror's greatest actors in thetop horror movies on streaming this week. Sam Neill, the universally beloved actor who starred in several classic scary movies, passed away l...
Reba McEntire Has Big Plans as She Celebrates 50 Years in Music
Reba McEntire celebrates 50 years in country music with new projects, and she just gave fans some teasers about what they can expect.
CDC reveals massive behind-the-scenes public health operation that kept FIFA World Cup fans safe
The CDC operated behind the scenes during the FIFA World Cup, deploying disease surveillance, wastewater monitoring, and real-time data dashboards.
Peña and Paredes homer, Imai fans eight as Astros get by Marlins 5-3
Jeremy Peña and Isaac Paredes hit home runs, Tatsuya Imai struck out eight in six innings and the Houston Astros beat the Miami Marlins 5-3 on Tuesday night.
On 'Little Miss Twain,' Shania Twain reflects on her humble beginnings and her late mother
Shania Twain's new album, “Little Miss Twain,” explores her early life in Northern Ontario, Canada, a chapter she says most of her fans don't know much about.
Tyson Fury v Mariusz Wach: Briton takes aim at modern-day sports stars
Tyson Fury says modern-day sports stars think they are "bigger than they actually are" after choosing to fight in front of just 1,500 fans in Thailand.
Smart Tips to Maximize Your NASCAR Weekend at New Hampshire Motor Speedway
At New Hampshire Motor Speedway, fans get more than just racing — they get great value. New England's only NASCAR Cup Series weekend features affordable tickets, free parking, flexible camping options and inclusive entertainment like live music and fan experiences.
World Cup lessons for Kansas City small business: Show passion, embrace local, be an 'experience'
Not every business saw a boost from visiting fans, but some leveraged a prime location, ingenuity in planning, or a personal connection to get a boost from the FIFA World Cup's stint in Kansas City.
Cubs BCB After Dark: Would you drink the Hader-ade?
The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if the Cubs should make an offer for Josh Hader.
49ers Site Issues Warning about Jauan Jennings
Minnesota Vikings fans were thrilled by the club’s decision to sign wide receiver Jauan Jennings in May, as the purple […]
Carolina Hurricanes To Launch Own Sports Network For Game Broadcasts
The NHL franchise is taking control of its local broadcasts, ditching traditional regional networks to deliver innovative programming and flexible viewing options directly to Canes fans.
Conan O’Brien shocks fans with new hairdo: ‘Greaser Conan’
Conan O’Brien is sporting a new ’do these days, and fans are confused: ‘Are we just ignoring his hair?’
Hailup Is Building the Digital Future of the Caribbean Entertainment Industry
ATLANTA, Georgia , July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hailup Influencers Inc., founded by Byron Aris, is transforming how Caribbean influencers, artists, and creative professionals connect with fans and generate income worldwide. Designed exclusively for Caribbean talent, Hailup enables creators to monetize their brands through personalized video messages, premium fan experiences, live streaming, and exclusive digital content while strengthening authentic connections with audiences across the Car
Darkest Dungeon is getting its first dollop of DLC in several years, as the gloomy old RPG celebrates its 10th birthday
Red Hook Studios has surprised fans of the first Darkest Dungeon with a new DLC pack that will add two heroes from the sequel and more.
New Top Gun 3 Project Is Happening, But It’s Not What Fans Want
A new Top Gun 3 project is underway, but it isn’t the sequel many fans were expecting. According to sources, the production companies are providing a new experience in Las Vegas via a Top Gun-themed e...
Bengals fans will see improvements to Paycor Stadium this season
The Cincinnati Bengals have said that the improvements are the most extensive since Paycor Stadium opened in 2000.
Aboriginal people harvested channel millet for thousands of years, and scientists have now found the native grass carries 12 copies of each chromosome
Seen from the air, Channel Country in outback Australia looks like a vast, living tapestry. A web of rivers and creeks fans out across more than 280,000 square kilometres of desert, creating one of the world’s last truly free‑flowing arid river systems.
Bills’ ‘Nightmare’ Scenario Revealed That Could Derail Josh Allen’s Season
The Buffalo Bills made a big decision this offseason when they parted ways with head coach Sean McDermott and promoted Joe Brady to the new role.Buffalo struggled to reach the Super Bowl over the last six seasons, so it needed to take action to give the Bills and their fans a boost, which meant parting […] The post Bills’ ‘Nightmare’ Scenario Revealed That Could Derail Josh Allen’s Season appeared first on HEAVY.
Boom in business for Wilkesboro as racing fans visit town
“The speedway has always been kind of a glimmer of hope, even when it was closed,” said Lee Huygens, Hampton Inn Wilkesboro.
Miami Dolphins Discussion: You Just Knew But Were Wrong Edition
We ask Miami Dolphins fans which past player they beieved would be a star for the team but ultimatly were busts.
UFC Freedom 250 Fails to Knock Out The Ratings
(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.) If UFC fans wanted one image to say, “Hey, Paramount+ is crushing it with their UFC rights deal,” I could provide that image. Here it is: (Reminder: this is my creation of the Nielsen Top 30, since Nielsen doesn’t combine the lists or include sports. I take all three lists and combine them. Some streaming TV shows probably have higher ratings than many of the films on this list.) Look at that! UFC Freedom 250 is number one! It topped the Nielsen “Top 30” list for shows and films that made the top ten the week of 15-June. So if you’re a UFC fan or supporter of Paramount+, that’s the good news for you this week. This program topped the ratings charts for one week. Everything else is bad news, or at least a huge caveat to that story, which I’ll explain today in the first part of this week’s Streaming Ratings Report—for the weeks of 8-June and 15-June—which is a double issue since I’ve been writing on a bunch of topics recently. UFC Freedom 250 is one of the biggest streaming events of the year, and super relevant to Paramount+’s strategy, so it merited its own article. Let’s dive 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 June 8th to June 21st 2026. You can find a link to my terminology here.) Subscribe Check Out My Interview on UFC 250 at MMA Draw After you read this article, if you want even more thoughts on UFC and Paramount-Skydance/Paramount+, I did a written interview with MMA Draw. They asked me to answer some questions about UFC Freedom 250, and I was happy to chat with them. Find it here: [ The MMA Draw Newsletter Did Paramount really overpay for the UFC? What the data tells us so far If you know the history of American television, you also know that combat sports is often a leading indicator of the future… Read more a day ago · 10 likes · 1 comment · Nate Wilcox and Zach Arnold ](https://www.themmadraw.com/p/did-paramount-really-overpay-for?utm_source=substack&utm_campaign=post_embed&utm_medium=web) I never thought I’d need a combat sports newsletter in my life, but the good folks at MMA Draw publish an excellent one on UFC, MMA, pro wrestling, boxing and more, analyzing both the sports themselves and the politics, economics and antitrust issues that impact them. Check the article and their newsletter out! Paramount+ Has Its Best Sporting Event of All Time…But Was It Worth It? Before we look at the UFC Freedom 250 data in particular, let’s talk about what we can’t say. Namely, let’s start with the lack of comparisons. First off, I’d love to put a chart out comparing this fight to past UFC fights on Paramount+…but we don’t have the data. This is the first time we’ve gotten Nielsen data about a Paramount+ UFC fight. As far as I can tell, Paramount provided data for the first fight, but it was a proprietary datecdote (saying it had “an average minute audience” of 5 million “views”) and then, for two fights, we got the linear viewership numbers when they aired on CBS, but no streaming data. Everything else was crickets. We also can’t compare this fight to other fights/combat sports on streaming, in particular the MMA and boxing, because Netflix also didn’t use Nielsen to track those events, opting for TVision and VideoAmp, respectively. (This isn’t Paramount’s fault, but does still suck.) We also can’t compare to UFC’s fights that used to be on ESPN+, since we don’t have any data for that, plus Disney+ didn’t have marquee fights. The comparisons would not be apples-to-apples. Can we compare to past Pay-Per-View fights? Absolutely not. The comparisons would absolutely NOT be apples-to-apples. That didn’t stop Paramount+, though, who bragged that their UFC events have reached drastically more people than past PPV fights. Duh. Sorry, but I gotta make this point again. A basic tenet of economics is that the cheaper something becomes, the more people consume or buy it. That’s Econ 101. (Sometimes pundits call things “Econ 101” that are actually like Econ 210 or even PhD-level economics, but no, this is really like first or second class basic economics.) Yet I still see one analytics firm consistently say that more people watch films on streaming than PVOD proves streaming which means that the streaming window is more valuable than the PVOD window. No, it’s not! Same thing here. Pay-Per-View events back in the day could be really, really, really expensive! So whole groups of people pitched in to buy them. That increased the perceived value of, say, the Mike Tyson fight. Or a UFC numbered event. So yes, the fact that Paramount+ makes numbered UFC fights essentially “free” if you’re already a Paramount+ member means consumption will go up. Obviously. Same for Netflix and their boxing matches. They’re talking about fights that used to cost consumers, in some cases, $50 in 1996…which is over $100 in today’s dollars. Over 1.6 million people paid that to watch the Tyson-Holyfield fight! Again, streaming is essentially “free”. Or $10 to $20, depending on what streamer we’re talking about and what tier you’re on. No wonder more people are “watching”. (Plus, Nielsen’s out-of-home viewing also helps these numbers.) UFC Freedom 250 Did Well…But I Have A Lot of Worries So what can we compare the fights to? Well, the good news is Nielsen put out that the fight averaged 7.0 million viewers for UFC Freedom 250, which is a solid number for a fight. We also know the length, at roughly 4 and a half hours. (I saw different run times, but this seems to be the consensus considering it started at 8 pm, had a delay and then finished after midnight on the East Coast. If you assume a shorter run time, then yes, the total hours viewed would go down.) That means I have the two numbers needed to add this to my Nielsen database. And then…I can compare this viewership to the NFL: And, uh, not great. But also within striking distance, mainly because the runtime for this event was so long. I’d also add that this event had viewership equal to a regular season NFL game on streaming, but if anything, it was more comparable to an NFL playoff or Super Bowl-esque event. And you can compare viewership to the top football games on broadcast, cable and streaming, and it’s not impressive at all: We can also compare it to other sports that week, including the NBA Finals and start of the World Cup: Again, not great. The NBA generated roughly four times as many average viewers each game for its NBA Finals. The World Cup has similarly big numbers. Also, that’s just a tiny fraction of the 25 most watched sporting events each week. The NBA, NHL and FIFA World Cup had many, many more games racking up hours. We could also compare this to other streaming programs to get an idea of “is this a good investment?” and here is how it ranks compared to other top Paramount+ programs: The worry here? Well, unlike scripted programming, which has rewatchability, older fights/sporting events have very little library value. Very, very few people are rewatching these fights, especially years from now. Paramount has also released datecdotes bragging about their subscriber numbers. Earlier this year, they claimed that the first UFC fight on Paramount+ brought in 1 million subscribers. Then, in their quarterly earnings report, they only ended up with 700K subs. Not great! They claimed they dropped lower-value international subscribers, but that’s why I tend to discount subscriber additions when they’re leaked to the press.1 I expect we may see a bump again for UFC Freedom 250, but I’d caution using subscriber growth so soon after these events to judge the success, since new subs with high churn (see Peacock) aren’t great either. Also, analysts often want to attribute all subscriber growth to their favorite/pet show, and that just doesn’t make sense. The biggest caveat for UFC Freedom 250 and Paramount’s very first UFC marquee event is that these could be high watermarks for the sport. UFC Freedom 250 had an incredible amount of earned media coverage compared to most UFC fights. I mean, it had wall-to-wall national news coverage in the lead up to the event. (The first fight also had a lot of promotion from Paramount since it was first.) Other fights could reach this bar—say the Conor McGregor return to the Octagon—but they’ll be fewer and far between. Was This Deal Worth It? All to ask: is this Paramount deal worth it? In this case, I think the UFC Freedom 250 numbers are more distracting than helpful. This fight did well and compares well to other top sporting events. But we know that the first marquee event was at least a third smaller, if Paramount’s own data is to be believed. And it’s likely the other fights are much, much, much smaller. And then you get to the paycheck that Paramount-Skydance paid. FIFA’s World Cup cost about the same for Fox, but clearly generated multiples more total viewership. (Though it’s only every four years.) The NBA is much more expensive, but until the playoffs, they likely didn’t pay for itself. Even still, Disney, NBCUniversal and Amazon Prime Video likely overpaid. So, in that context, the NBA may be an overpay that makes the UFC look not so bad. But two overpays don’t make an underpay, to paraphrase the old cliché about wrongs and rights. And looking at UFC Freedom 250 as the likely ceiling of MMA on Paramount+, Paramount-Skydance likely paid too much. Share 1 I would love regular reports on subscriber additions by programs, but as is, it’s mostly leaked or rumored in haphazard ways.
What can fans expect from Steelers' 2026 NFL Draft class?
Here's a look at what fans can expect from the Pittsburgh Steelers' 2026 NFL Draft class.
Pokémon Winds And Waves: Pokédex Numbers And More Leaks
The Switch 2 RPGs are still a year away, but fans have been gossiping about what the new Pokémon games may entail
Wheeling Athletics Set to Host 2nd Annual Fall Sports Media Day July 27th
Wheeling, W. Va. - With the 2026-2027 season right around the corner, the Wheeling University Athletic Department is making its final preparations for fall camp. On Monday, July 27, each of the department's fall sport head coaches will take the podium for the second annual Fall Sports Media Day. Each coach will give a season preview as fans get ready to cheer on the Cardinals in 2026-2027.
Browns fans expecting big things from Harold Fannin
Browns fans are expecting big things from their second-year tight end.
2027 SEC Media Day location and dates revealed
Fans still have to get through the 2026 edition of SEC Media Day, but we know where and when the 2027 version will take place.
NFL fans predict the NFC division winners
NFL fans pick the winners of each division in the NFC
The new, wide Galaxy Z Fold 8 revealed by BTS member J-Hope
J-Hope's tour footage gave fans an early, unofficial look at the upcoming Samsung Galaxy foldable.
"Professional lurker" Todd Howard reappears on internet forums following Bethesda's Fallout and Elder Scrolls announcements to thank fans for their support
Reddit is apparently a font of inspiration for Fallout and Elder Scrolls boss Todd Howard, and he's back being active there again.
Science can serve dark as well as light
I’m not sure how many of you are watching “Star City,” Apple TV’s spin-off of its “For All Mankind” program (2019-present), but it’s one of the better sci-fi series I’ve seen in a while, with an impressively dark political message. (Some light spoilers below.) For the uninitiated, “For All Mankind” presented a slightly tweaked history of the U.S. space program in which it was the USSR that landed on the Moon first in 1969, and shortly thereafter put a woman cosmonaut on the lunar surface. This sparks an ongoing space race that, in the original series, yields a lot of benefits for humanity. President Nixon’s insistence on a female astronaut corps to compete with the Soviets boosts the feminist movement of the 1970s and the ERA passes. New fuels generated for the space program create clean and cheap energy around Earth. There are also some darker changes — the USSR is thriving well into the 2000s, there are terrorist counter-technology movements around the globe, laborers on Mars work in nightmarish conditions and organize strikes and riots, etc. the @smotus report is a reader-supported publication. To support this work, please become a paid subscriber. Subscribe That show offers glimpses into the subtle ways this Earth is different. Teddy Kennedy never went to Chappaquidick because he was racing back to Washington to deal with the space program crisis; he gets elected President in 1972. John Lennon survives his early 1980s shooting but Pope John Paul II does not. The Apple Newton succeeded. Pretty much the whole of season 4 is a setup for an Al Gore joke. Again, mostly, the vision that “For All Mankind” presents is a positive one, with technology advancing many human interests. “Star City” goes in a very different direction. This spin-off show is about the same set of events but from the Soviet perspective. As we meet them, the team of scientists and cosmonauts responsible for the lunar landing are still basking in their hero status, but their program is embedded deep in the Soviet security state of the late 1960s. Everyone’s apartment is bugged. Whole teams of clerical staff spend their days transcribing recordings of people’s lives. People in the program, including respected cosmonauts, are regularly arrested. An incredibly menacing Colonel Lyudmilla Raskova (Anna Maxwell Martin) forces confessions and tortures and kills, expressing little more than annoyance in the process. Meanwhile, the space program’s highly respected Chief Designer (Rhys Ifans) has a vision for the program that he knows the government will not approve. He insists that they need to think past the Moon to focus on colonizing the solar system, starting with Venus. (This is a rough parallel to the Americans’ pivot to Mars in the original show.) He essentially builds a secret space program within the space program, calculating that the government will embrace the mission after it has succeeded. (As an aside, I’m not sure why the Venus obsession, as a successful mission can’t produce the biggest public relations payoff: a cosmonaut standing on the surface holding the Soviet flag. Anyone standing on Venus would be immediately crushed by the 92-bar atmosphere and then cremated in the 900°F temperatures. But in a country with no free press perhaps the visual payoff was less valued.) But the overall vision is that the technological advances have only amplified the most fearsome aspects of the Soviet system. The state is paranoid (but not incorrect) about American spies and does monstrous things to protect its secrets. People are terrified to trust each other. Classic banality-of-evil figures order people to harm those they care about; those people comply rather than get shot. Others are forced into criminal behavior to protect loved ones. We’re reminded all the time these days of what happens when a government despises science. It manifests in the defunding of schools, the elevation of fossil fuels as the rest of the world pivots to solar, outbreaks of measles and diarrhea, etc. But “Star City” offers a vision of a bad government that likes science. It’s not encouraging. It’s not yet clear if there will be a season two of this show. But I strongly recommend season one. It’s both thoughtful and gripping. Share
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