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The Secret to Apple Breeding Is Science, Art, and Pure Luck
From 10,000 annual crosses to a single release, University of Minnesota breeders use modern tools to refine a process that ultimately relies on patience, human taste and unpredictable biology.
Israeli UN ambassador to Gov Kathy Hochul: I'd advise focusing on US politics
Israeli UN Ambassador Danny Danon discusses Vice President JD Vance's comments on U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and reacts to N.Y. Gov. Kathy Hochul's comments on Israel's prime ministerial election on 'The Evening Edit.'
Kashmir’s springs are drying up. Scientists say saving them starts uphill
Shafeeqa, a 40-year-old resident of Cherwan village in Ganderbal district, north of Srinagar in Kashmir Valley, remembers a spring that once flowed with enough force to make diverting its water toward agricultural fields a difficult task. During her teenage years, she recalls, the water rushed so powerfully that her brother was once carried along by […]
Animals Starves while the Kardashians Miss the Charts Again
(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’d like to offer congratulations to Jonathan Funke, whose suggestion “midflicks” won the poll for what I should call straight-to-streaming films which aren’t big or cinematic enough to go to theaters but seem too expensive for a TV movie. It’s so useful a term, I just used it last week! Now I just need to add this term to my data dictionary! Okay, on to this week’s issue. We’re starting out looking at Netflix/Ben Affleck’s latest crime thriller, Animals. I’ll also look at Disclosure Day heading to Peacock (it did better than you’d remember in theaters...) and a new movie based on toys. Plus, a long-time streaming flop returns for its eighth season...will it finally chart? (No.) Will anyone at Disney care? Probably not. All that, plus another look at new shows landing on streaming on 1-Oct from Reelgood, what streamer hasn’t had a film make the Luminate charts since August, Reacher’s long run on the charts, M_onster: The Lizzie Borden Story’s_ short run, the top shows in 2026 according to Samba TV, all the flops, bombs and misses, and a whole lot more. And I mean that last part: putting this week’s issue together, I assembled OVER 25 images, most of which are bespoke looks I made just for this report. Really, publishing articles like this takes the work of writing two articles: one is the narrative and the other is making charts/graphs. 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 week of October 5th to October 11th, 2026. You can find a link to my terminology here.) Subscribe Film - Netflix’s Latest Star-Studded Thriller Goes For Glory The tempting angle for anyone writing about streaming film this month, like yours truly, is to ask, “Is this why Dan Lin lost his job at Netflix?” Take Animals, the Ben Affleck-starring-and-directing, Artists Equity-produced crime thriller that opened on 9-Oct. (Kerry Washington and Gillian Anderson are also in it.) If it did really well, then one could argue that Lin has another success on his resume. If it underperformed, then it’s another example of a Netflix underperformance this year. So where did Animals fall? Kinda in the middle, but that means it’s more “not a hit” than “big hit”. On Nielsen, it opened to 12.0 million hours, and here’s how that stacks up for 2026 films so far this year: Obviously, that’s not great. It’s both under my 15 million opening bar for “fine” for a Netflix film and 20 million bar for “great” opening. It did a bit better on Samba TV, getting to first place. That’s very, very good, though again, looking at the Nielsen data, it probably means that it was a light week overall. Luminate’s data is a bit closer to Samba TV’s, tied for 17th all time for single weeks since May of 2024: To top it off, no one seemed to like it. It has a 33 on Metacritic and only a 5.7 on IMDb. Both of these numbers could have been impacted by the stories about Affleck’s comments about using AI to make the film. Given the controversy, the film might not have been as bad as the ratings suggest, but it’s also not a bullish sign. All to say…yeah, on net this film isn’t a point in Dan Lin’s favor. At this point, Netflix’s slide has been long enough—going on since February—that I’m almost tempted to lower the bar for what a “hit” is on streaming. Post-February of 2026 or so, it seems like straight-to-streaming films just haven’t hit the same heights as they did from 2022 to 2025. Before we head onto the “Quick Hits” for film, I want to shout out a fellow newsletter whose articles I’ve been loving this year, LA Material, a new LA-based news outlet. For just a highlight of my favorite articles since July... I loved this article on Ghost Town, a group on Venice that clears homeless encampments. As a Los Angeleno, obviously I adore their articles on LA parking issues. Their article on illegal parking tickets got the City Council to address the issue! Also check out their article on people parking in medians. Check out their deep dive on what went wrong with the LA Jazz Festival and how it fell apart, or what’s wrong with USC’s finances. Finally, they wrote up a voter guide on voter guides for the LA General Election. So meta! In search of a city? L.A. Material is an independent news outlet covering the people, politics, culture and glorious chaos shaping Los Angeles. L.A. Material brings you intel on the city you can’t get anywhere else. From exploring how Reddit short stories became Hollywood’s hottest commodity to reporting on the survival jobs keeping entertainment workers afloat. And answering, once and for all, why the AMC Burbank escalator is always broken. Through their newsletters, podcast, videos, events, and member community, L.A. Material is designed to help Angelenos connect to Los Angeles and each other. Sign up now for the free weekday newsletter. Quick Notes on Film Steven Spielberg’s latest film, Disclosure Day, came to Peacock on 9-Oct, and I’ll admit that, after pulling its stats, I did a pinch of a double take. As I wrote throughout my deep, deep, deep dive on summer box office/Obsession/Backrooms/IP/superheroes, oftentimes the film media discusses films as “flops” or “misses” or “hits” without clarifying what they specifically mean. Since Disclosure Day didn’t make $250 million in the US or $500 million globally, it was definitely a disappointment by Spielbergian standards, who is the highest-grossing director of all time, and arguably even more ahead in adjusted grosses. But it did make $245 million globally on a $115 million budget, so it isn’t as big of a miss as I remember. That’s still probably not enough to break even in the theatrical window, when you factor in marketing costs…but it’s close. And it grossed a lot more even in the US than some titles with about ten times more coverage. Anyways, lots of preamble to say this one only did 4.5 million hours according to Nielsen, so it did make the charts, but on the low end. Here’s how it stacks up to other Peacock titles: Apple TV (née +) followed up their “success for them” Mayday with Matchbox The Movie. This one doesn’t look like a success even for them, but at least it’s not a miss. Apple/Skydance clearly tried to take advantage of the success of Barbie at the box office—let’s greenlight all the toy properties!!!—but of course, this didn’t make it to theaters. And it stars John Cena, who, as I argued earlier this summer, NEEDS to get his movies back in theaters. Anyways, this one has mixed-to-bad numbers. It missed the Samba TV and Nielsen charts in its first week, but did make Luminate with 7.1 million hours. That’s just enough to not be an outright miss, and about half what Mayday did earlier this summer. Speaking of Apple Studio’s Mayday, it ended up lasting five weeks on Luminate, which isn’t bad for Apple TV. On Nielsen, it had a three-week run, racking up 13.5 million hours total. Again, like Matchbox, the issue is the budget; I doubt that this viewership earned enough to justify that budget. Also, to be clear, neither of these films are “midflicks”; both should have gone to theaters. Toy Story 5 is not hanging around on the streaming charts on Disney+, so it’s not as leggy as either Zootopia 2 or Moana 2, and definitely not in the same class as Encanto. (It did make all the money at the box office, so Disney is going to be fine…) The Breadwinner on Netflix (from Sony) is down to 3.9 million hours in its third week. It only lasted for one week on the Samba TV charts. Netflix’s Doing Life had a smaller-than-normal binge release curve bounce, only going to 7.1 million hours from 6.0 to start, but it made Samba TV at fifth place in its second week. The Netflix documentary, The Widower: Til’ Death Do Us Part, also had a small binge release curve bounce to 6.5 million hours, but did make a second week on Samba TV. Meanwhile, Netflix’s Unabomber fell off after two weeks on Nielsen—which is not great at all—and Demon Slayer fell off after just one week. Over on Luminate, the two smaller titles The Swan: Behind the Mirror and Kill. Bury. Print both fell out of the Luminate top ten charts. The story of library film at the first of the month is the arrival of the Ice Age films on Netflix. Now, here’s a small example of optimizing your library that even Netflix could do better. Say you want to rent/license a new film series from Disney**.** A streamer could pay a big paycheck and then drop each Ice Age film on the exact same day of the month, the fourth of October. That’s one choice. In contrast, the streamer could have released each film one week apart, and make each one a mini-event for folks watching Ice Age films. Or even roll them out monthly. Netflix opted for the former strategy, and as a result, only three of the films made the Nielsen charts this week. The “Miss of the Week” goes to Tubi’s YA-ish horror film_, R.L. Stine’s Pumpkinhead 2_, which didn’t even make the Luminate charts like Tubi films usually do, or, should I say, “used to”? Tubi films, most of which are straight-to-streaming, used to reliably make the Luminate film charts (which only covers straight-to-streaming films), but a Tubi film hasn’t made it since August. The first Pumpkinhead got 1.4 million hours last year according to Luminate. As I wrote about this film before, it seems to be a bit muddled in terms of age: too scary for young kids but probably not scary enough for older kids. Speaking of Luminate, Netflix’s latest doc about a comic (expect more docs about comedians all month), Who Is Martin Mull?, flopped, getting just 200K and 700K hours according to Luminate. Three other film/special misses belonged to Hulu, including a standup special, Jamie Foxx: Take Care of Yourself, Neon’s latest horror film, Hokum, which made $17 million in the US, and a Family Guy Halloween special. (That last one was only 22 minutes, so it’s not a surprise it missed.) Finally, another Netflix standup special missed the charts, Mojo Brookzz: I Know You Lying missed too. I can confirm last week’s misses, most notably Paramount+’s Jackass: Best and Last, MUBI’s Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma and HBO Max’s Evil Dead Burn. Television - I Can’t Visualize Nothing: The Kardashians Story Normally, in the mini-dive essays that open the Streaming Ratings Report, I focus on shows that do well or, at the very least, make the charts. Why? Because as I’ve said time and again, I can’t visualize nothing like, say, the Kardashians’ TV shows. Here’s the TV debuts chart for this week with a missing spot for The Kardashians, whose eighth season just landed on Hulu:
College Football TV Ratings: Most-watched games of Week 8
After strong TV ratings as part of a historic Week 7, college football’s viewership stayed strong in Week 8. ESPN and ABC had another impressive showing, as well, with three of the top five most-watched games of the weekend. Texas’ victory over Ole Miss was the headliner in the primetime window, and the Longhorns held […]
Nursing home industry group publicly cited 'travel' for advisory panel no-show. Privately, it cited ‘politics’
After a nursing home industry group was a no-show for a presentation before a panel on nursing home oversight, the group blamed its absence on "travel complications." Texts reveal a different reason.
Sununu touts small business background, but what does the record show?
Private sector work has made Sununu millions over the past two decades — but little of it is tied to small business work.
Bears Emerge as Potential Trade Suitor for Massive Defensive Tackle
The Chicago Bears and general manager Ryan Poles will have some decisions to make leading up to the November 10 NFL trade deadline. Over the years, Poles has had a very aggressive approach to building the Bears’ roster. He has cooled off a bit over the last year, but Chicago is not far away from […] The post Bears Emerge as Potential Trade Suitor for Massive Defensive Tackle appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
Grand Jury Declines to Bring Charges Against Cassidy Hutchinson
The rejection of the indictment was the latest extraordinary setback in President Trump’s wide-ranging campaign to go after his political opponents.
Stan Wawrinka’s Remarkable Career Comes to an End
When the chair umpire called game, set and match to signal the end of day one at this year’s ATP 500 event in Basel, it also signaled the end of the career of one of the truly iconic tennis players of all time, as Stan Wawrinka had played his final career point. A three-time Major …
Final Kansas high school flag football rankings: USA TODAY Sports Super 10
St. James Academy won the inaugural KSHSAA flag football state championship, earning the top spot in USA TODAY Sports Kansas Super 10 flag football rankings.
Mike McCarthy hypes up Cleveland ahead of Steelers-Browns matchup
Cleveland wasn’t as bad as McCarthy thought it was going to be…
See who attended Cock & Bull grand opening in Sarasota
See who attended Cock & Bull's grand opening in Sarasota. The bar and live music venue now features Smokin' Momma Lora's BBQ and a renovated stage.
Oct. 29 Vallejo/Vacaville Arts-Entertainment Source: Faces and Places
Northbay Health raised nearly $2 million at its fourth annual Gala on Oct. 16.
Banijay & Don’t Tell Comedy Strike Strategic Partnership
EXCLUSIVE: Banijay America has made a strategic move into creator-led comedy through a partnership with Don’t Tell Comedy, one of the fastest-growing stand-up brands in the United States. Together wit...
Chris Harrison reacts to ‘The Bachelor’ cease-and-desist over his new show ‘The Vow’: ‘Jealousy is a tough thing’
Chris Harrison is reacting to the cease-and-desist letter that he received from ‘The Bachelor’ producers over his new reality dating show, ‘The Vow.’
Modern Warfare 4 Sparks Widespread Debate About Lack Of Reviews For Some Xbox Games
Nearly all the reviews were on PS5 and PC
Ravens Release Ex-Steelers Running Back
A former running back of the Pittsburgh Steelers is looking for a new home.
Martínez Admits Leverkusen Were Second Best Against Hoffenheim
The Spaniard confronts a broken winning streak and toothless attack, demanding immediate tactical adjustments as the Bundesliga giants pivot toward a critical DFB-Pokal clash following their shutout.
Pop the Can: Jen Pelka Sparkles with Wine Business
Jen Pelka found that wines made by women were top sellers at her Champagne bars, an insight that inspired Une Femme Wines.
Broncos Linebacker Provides Unexpected Boost To Pass Rush
Denver Broncos linebacker Que Robinson stepped up with Jonah Elliss out, especially down the stretch against Arizona.
Frontcourt Woes Continue for Kings After Injury Updates
Sacramento faces a depleted rotation as Keegan Murray’s ankle setback and extended timelines for Maxime Raynaud and Dylan Cardwell leave the Kings' interior defense dangerously thin.
Pirates Should Seek Reunion With All-Star Closer
The Pittsburgh Pirates could add to their bullpen this offseason by reuniting with one of their former star relievers.
World Series brings travelers, hotel business to Tampa Bay area
Tampa International Airport saw about 80,000 travelers per day before Game 3.
The Fed says it ignores politics. Its rate moves tell a more complicated story
Independence from elected officials isn’t just something Federal Reserve officials preach – it’s engrained in the central bank’s bylaws.
Billy Napier's buyout ranks among largest in college football history
Sports Illustrated ranks former Florida coach Billy Napier's $21.2 million buyout sixth among the largest in college football history.
Wes Moore’s other 2026 battle: From the Politics Desk
Plus, a green wave spreads across the country.
Atlético learn their group and format for the 2027 Mineiro
Atlético learned its group lineup and the new format for the 2027 Campeonato Mineiro on Tuesday (27). The decisions were made during the Technical Council meeting held by the Minas Gerais Football Fe...
James Brown's name returns to Augusta's new entertainment complex
Fans feared a corporate name. Instead, Augusta’s new arena will honor its hometown icon, with tributes planned throughout the complex.
The Wake Forest Refocus
Wake Forest is done resting for the season, and it is time to refocus. After a bye week, the Demon Deacons are 6-1 overall and 4-1 in the conference with five games left in the season. They are home Saturday against the Virginia Cavaliers, who come into Winston-Salem 4-4 overall and 2-3 in conference play. …
WKYT Fact✓Check|Booker, Barr claims on health care costs and Medicare for All
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Charles Booker and Republican U.S. Rep. Andy Barr are clashing over health care affordability as they compete to replace retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell.
ICE goes on a spending spree, and Mass. companies cash in
From robot dogs to armored vehicles and eye-scanning technology, Massachusetts businesses are cashing in on ICE's lucrative contracts.
Texas political leaders debate Donald Trump visits as midterm races tighten
RNC Chair Joe Gruters and Texas Democratic Chair Kendall Scudder debate whether repeated Texas visits by Donald Trump and heavy GOP spending signal tight statewide races or routine midterm turnout efforts.
Arena-auditorium complex set to keep James Brown name
The Augusta Entertainment Complex will become the James Brown Entertainment Complex under a unanimous vote by the Augusta-Richmond County Coliseum Authority.
Why Crypto Still Has Little Power in Latin American’s Politics and Elections
Millions use crypto across Latin America, yet the industry struggles to influence elections and policy. Why hasn't adoption translated into political power?
Caesars Entertainment (CZR) Q3 Earnings: How Key Metrics Compare to Wall Street Estimates
The headline numbers for Caesars Entertainment (CZR) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended September 2026, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.
Wendler Inc. transitions to 100% employee ownership
Cedar Rapids-based heavy civil construction firm Wendler Inc. has transitioned to 100% employee ownership through the establishment of an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), giving nearly 150 employees an ownership stake in the company. The transition follows a period of growth for Wendler, which has roughly doubled its annual construction volume since 2021. In 2025,…
Oregon's Dante Moore Believed to be Considering Return to College Football
Following a season-ending concussion and rising NFL draft concerns, the Ducks star may bypass the pros to reclaim his momentum and health through another collegiate campaign.
Tom Brady Calls Troy Aikman ‘Amazing’ Amid Turmoil With Joe Buck at ‘Monday Night Football’
Tom Brady recently paid Troy Aikman a compliment, as his future in broadcasting remains up in the air. As First for Sports previously reported, Aikman, 59, has been a Monday Night Football commentator for ESPN since 2022, but his deal will expire after Super Bowl LXI in February 2027. The retired Dallas Cowboys quarterback, who […]
Des Moines Children’s Museum relocating to temporary Urbandale location
The Des Moines Children’s Museum is moving to a temporary location at 4093 NW Urbandale Drive as it prepares to leave its current space at Valley West Mall. The museum plans to open to the public at its temporary location Nov. 2, pending completion of the move. The relocation will allow the museum to continue…
Fans Angry with Lack of Messaging from Florida State
Florida State football has been losers for two and half seasons. The fans have had enough.
Faculty Focus: Marisa Gonzalez, College of Health, Education and Social Transformation
Marisa Gonzalez is a social work faculty member in NMSU Global’s Master of Social Work program whose teaching and scholarship center on social justice, cultural humility, international social work...
Several AEW Wrestlers Pushing Back Against Taking Losses on TV
There are apparently some wrestlers in AEW who really don’t want to stare at the lights on television. A new backstage report claims certain talent have
Rays Reveal Revamped World Series Game 4 Lineup vs. Brewers
Facing a 3-0 deficit, Tampa Bay Rays' Kevin Cash shakes up his roster to avoid a World Series sweep against the Milwaukee Brewers.
Business Alumna Finds Her Place in a Global Career
Business alumna Emily Topielski has built a global career shaped by curiosity and connection—and is helping create new opportunities for future Wildcats.
Colts reportedly trade DT DeForest Buckner to 49ers
The 32-year-old Buckner is set to become a free agent in the offseason.
7 Health Issues On The Ballot In The 2026 Midterms
A doctor writes a guide to the seven health issues voters care about most in the 2026 midterms, from health costs and ACA premiums to Medicaid, fraud and abortion.
PsychPlus Acquires Precision Psychiatric Services
Houston, Texas-based PsychPlus has acquired Precision Psychiatric Services Inc. The move adds more than 100 psychiatrists to PsychPlus’ growing
PsychPlus Acquires Precision Psychiatric Services
Houston, Texas-based PsychPlus has acquired Precision Psychiatric Services Inc. The move adds more than 100 psychiatrists to PsychPlus’ growing
Eli Lilly international business chief Jonsson to retire; Yuffa to head global markets unit
Eli Lilly said on Tuesday that Patrik Jonsson, executive vice president and president of its international business, will retire at the end of 2026 after a 36-year career at the US drugmaker.
Adventures in Wildfire Smoke Stratospheric Ballooning
The student ballooning team at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities went to work tracking the plume of a pyrocumulonimbus cloud.
New measles cases in Macon County connected with previously reported infection, health officials say
Georgia health officials have confirmed three new cases of measles in the state connected to a previous case earlier in October.
Jalen Coker back fully ahead of Week 8
The Panthers are on track to have Jalen Coker play for them.
Caesars Entertainment (CZR) Reports Q3 Loss, Lags Revenue Estimates
Caesars Entertainment (CZR) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -408.33% and -1.38%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2026. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?
Is AI making you lazier?
A new study revealed that people who rely on AI for basic tasks like math problems became less motivated over time. In response, Live Science polled its readers to see if they agree with these findings.
No clear winner in Israeli election, exit polls indicate, as Netanyahu’s fate hangs in the balance
Final results are expected in the coming days and may vary from the exit polls.
USA TODAY Sports Super 10 California high school flag football rankings, Week 10
Here’s a look at USA TODAY Sports latest Super 10 flag football rankings for the state of California.
This Open Enrollment Period, ACA Marketplace Enrollees Face Higher Premiums, More Eligibility Restrictions
Everyone’s situation is unique, and people should visit HealthCare.gov or their state-based marketplace to compare plans and see if they qualify for financial help.
New alliance wants Louisiana businesses to win more work from megaprojects
A new private business network aims to help Louisiana companies capture a larger share of work from the state’s growing pipeline of major industrial investments. Louisiana Launch Alliance, founded by Baton Rouge business owner Melissa Campbell, is bringing companies from different industries into an exclusive membership organization designed around sharing project information, referrals and business […]
Neonatal intensive care unit at Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center to open Saturday
Beginning Saturday, parents with babies born at 32 weeks and above in Lancaster County will have another choice of hospitals as Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center’s three-bed level II
Anti-Israel political ad sparks backlash, accusations of antisemitism
Republican Jewish Coalition National Political Director Sam Markstein says the pro-Abdul El-Sayed ad is "rage bait."
Trump plans to loosen restrictions on methane emissions from oil drilling
President Donald Trump is expected to announce plans to loosen a Biden-era rule that aimed to reduce planet-warming emissions of methane from oil and gas drilling. The move aims to
Baltimore Orioles' Core To Be Prioritized Under New General Manager
Banner was introduced via press conference on Tuesday morning and spoke of the Orioles' current roster.
Dodgers Likely to Discuss Contract Extension With Freeman This Offseason
Fresh off a stinging postseason exit, the Los Angeles Dodgers look to secure star first baseman Freddie Freeman as he aims to extend his career through age 40.
Could Giants Address Their Starting Rotation This Offseason?
The San Francisco Giants need additional starting-pitching depth after a difficult 2026 season, and Michael King could emerge as a potential free-agent target.
Seahawks bring two wide receivers back to practice squad
The Seattle Seahawks brought two wide receivers back to their practice squad Tuesday.
Redondo Beach bar still open for business despite major flooding
It’s going to take a lot more than high tides and flooding to stop the beer flowing down in Redondo Beach. Video shared on Instagram by Project Barley Taps and Grill shows inches of seawater …
Meghan Markle to co-host ‘Junior MasterChef Australia’
Meghan Markle is joining an Australian cooking show. “Junior MasterChef Australia is back on the menu in 2027! Poh Ling Yeow will be joined by special guest Meghan, Duchess of
Bucs Rookie Named Biggest Offseason Addition Through Seven Weeks
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers struck gold with their second-round selection in this past draft, with linebacker Josiah Trotter serving as head coach Todd Bowles' best defender. As the team gets back into the playoff picture, his production will be expected to continue.
RFK Jr. says Arab Muslims no longer produce prizeworthy science or literature
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pins blame on Muslim Brotherhood while campaigning for GOP candidates in Michigan in remarks that drew strong backlash.
NFL Week 8 power rankings: Seahawks rise, Raiders plummet
The NFL is now entering Week 8, and we don't have any clear Super Bowl favorites yet. Here are our latest power rankings:
FSU falls in new USA TODAY Sports' college football re-rank
In the newest USA TODAY Sports re-rank of all 138 FBS teams, Florida State checked in at No. 54, the 10th best in the ACC.
A New Chemistry Breakthrough Could Change How Scientists Build Quantum Computers
By modeling diamond defects as molecules, scientists can predict their behavior faster and identify promising building blocks for quantum computers and sensors. Most materials being considered for quantum technology can hold a stable quantum state only when chilled to extreme temperatures. Diamond-based materials can work at room temperature, but their usefulness depends on defects in
FACT FOCUS: Kennedy's claim that Arabs 'don't produce science' meets a Nobel Prize reality check
U.S. Secretary of Health Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has sparked controversy with comments about Arab contributions to science and literature. Speaking at a campaign event in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Kennedy
The booming business of Indiana football
The first-ever top-five football clash at Memorial Stadium underscored a reality that speaks to Indiana's improbable rise in football: No one had planned for any of this.
Did The You Don't Know Jack Devs Plagiarize A Solo Dev's Board Game?
Sam Greszes says that Jackbox Games went silent after requesting a demo of his board game Die on this Hill. A year later, it launches Debate and Switch.
Opinion: Imagination infusion can help both philanthropy and nonprofits they support
Grant structures aren't always consistent with helping grantees deliver on their missions.
Oregon voter turnout up slightly a week before midterm election
Oregon’s top election official is encouraging voters to turn in their ballot by the end of the day Tuesday, and to vote via a secure drop box after that.
Olmsted County to build ‘International Clubhouse’ with mental health resources
Olmsted County has announced plans to build an “International Clubhouse” for adults with mental health conditions.
10 bookkeeping tasks small businesses can automate today
QuickBooks Online syncs with your bank account and dozens of business tools to automate the tasks that keep your business running smoothly.
Former Yankees reliever could be $20 million bargain for Phillies
Philadelphia's bullpen could use a few more arms.
Former NWSL player says league culture pressured athletes to support political messages they opposed
Elizabeth Eddy says NWSL players faced pressure to wear political shirts or risk teammate backlash, describing a culture with no room for dissent.
FACT FOCUS: Kennedy's 'Arabs don't produce science' claim meets a Nobel Prize reality check
U.S. Secretary of Health Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has sparked controversy with comments about Arab contributions to science and literature. Speaking at a campaign event in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Kennedy
Cheesecake Factory, despite Obama’s gibe, is getting good reviews on Wall Street
The restaurant company’s stock, which trades under the ticker CAKE, has more than doubled since January.
Florida's Frontcourt Named Best in College Basketball
The Florida Gators’ veteran trio looks to redeem a postseason upset and secure another national title for Todd Golden.
HCA Virginia plans $18M freestanding ER in Radford
HCA Virginia will invest $18 million in a freestanding emergency room in Radford with 11 treatment bays, expanding access to emergency care.
Innovate Alabama Celebrates Region’s Technology, Entrepreneurship, Innovation
Innovate Alabama, a public-private partnership supporting technology, entrepreneurship and innovation, held an event in Huntsville on Monday evening as part
The Athletic Already Has Gleyber Torres Out of Detroit
Gleyber Torres is not expected back, and the Tigers need a new second baseman. #Tigers
Congressional Democrats and candidates rush to condemn Cuba after Angie Nixon remarks
Florida lawmakers from both sides of the aisle readily condemned the socialist regime.