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HHS Is Exiling Top Officials to the Indian Health Service
The Indian Health Service needs more clinical workers. The federal health officials being transferred to the agency don’t fit that bill.
Fathom Entertainment Partners with Burns & Co. Entertainment to Bring JIMMY to Theaters Nationwide November 6
Burns & Co. Entertainment announced today that the company is partnering with Fathom Entertainment for U.S. theatrical distribution of Jimmy, based on the untold, true story of beloved American icon Jimmy Stewart. Starring KJ Apa as Jimmy Stewart, the movie will open nationwide with a traditional theatrical release beginning on November 6. The film brings […]
Comedian Brad Williams bringing 'The Tall Tales Tour' to Madison
MADISON, Wis. — A comedian is coming to Madison for his "The Tall Tales Tour" at the historic Orpheum Theater next month.
New memory chip survives temperatures hotter than lava
The electronics inside your phone, your car, and every satellite currently orbiting Earth share one critical weakness: heat. Push them past about 200 degrees Celsius and they start to fail. For decades, ...
Iris Rainer Dart returns to tell her epic story of female friendship with 'Beaches' on Broadway
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KJ Apa Jimmy Stewart Biopic Sets November Release Date in Theaters
'Jimmy,' a biopic about Jimmy Stewart starring KJ Apa, is coming to theaters in November.
MCC students awarded for 1986 science fair achievements
MCC junior high science fair award winners in March 1986 were Mike Fischer, Terry Kosiboski, Craig Harless, Julie Fischer, Stacey Swiatlowski, Heather Adamczak and Kim Nowak.
Student launches culinary business with help from fellow Gorilla, SBDC
A Pittsburg State University student who dreams of owning her own business is getting support and mentorship from a two-time Pitt State graduate with a business of her own.
See scenes from 'Fantasy Life,' written by former Westchester resident
Former Larchmont resident Matthew Shear wrote, directed and stars in 'Fantasy Life', which hits theaters nationwide April 3.
Joel Embiid reveals what doomed 76ers vs. Heat
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid struggled with his efficiency in their loss to the Miami Heat on Monday.
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.
AMC Entertainment (AMC) Stock Trades Up, Here Is Why
Shares of theater company AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) jumped 4.7% in the afternoon session after strong box office trends boosted investor confidence in the movie theater industry.
Heat step up with needed 119-109 victory over 76ers
MIAMI – For those insistent on postseason math, yes, the head-to-head season-series tiebreaker was at stake in this one. But for the Miami Heat this was about more than play-in math. This was about breaking out of a brutal late-season funk that included a road loss a night earlier to the NBA-worst Indiana Pacers. So against the Philadelphia 76ers’ Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Paul George, the ...
Entertainment Look-A-Head: ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,’ Stephen King screening at The Athena, theater
From March 31-April 6, are a variety of new movies and show releases. In Athens, students and visitors can attend screenings and performances.
Exit Interviews: Local Congressional candidates proud to counter divisive politics
A blaze of St. Patrick’s Day and election night activity has burned out in downtown Wilmette. It’s 10:40 p.m., and on a dim and quiet Central Avenue, parking, for once, is plentiful in front of The Wilmette Theatre. Inside the community venue, Phil Andrew is issuing goodbyes and thank-yous to the remaining guests of the […]
Six things to do this week in Eastern Iowa
Discover comedy, theatre and family friendly events in the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City Corridor — and beyond.
'POLITICAL THEATER': Protesters take to the streets for 'No Kings' rallies
Fox News senior investigations editor Asra Nomani has the latest on the funding behind 'No Kings' on 'The Will Cain Show.'
Brandi Gabbard looks for fundraising surge to close Q1
Next month's finance reports will be telling as the cycle starts to heat up.
Quilty Launches as the Entertainment's Intelligence Platform
Today, Quilty launches as the first unified intelligence platform for the entertainment industry, a new tool set that consolidates creative analysis, writer development, packaging, market forecasting, production planning, industry introductions and legal intelligence. Founded by Simon Horsman, a technology and entertainment lawyer and film, television, and theatre producer, alongside technology entrepreneur and film producer, Daniel Wood, Quilty was created to address the global entertainment in
AMC Entertainment (AMC) Stock Trades Up, Here Is Why
What Happened? Shares of theater company AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) jumped 4.7% in the afternoon session after strong box office trends boosted investor co...
‘White Rooster’ needs more work
The world premiere of ensemble member Matthew C. Yee's “White Rooster” at Lookingglass Theatre should be riveting. It has all the elements of compelling drama: a multi-layered plot that mixes
Top Redding-area games of the week for March 30-April 5
The high school spring season is heating up. See the top games this week, including baseball, softball, boys volleyball and more.
Neil Diamond tribute sure to be ‘So Good!’
BAR HARBOR — Broadway and television star Robert Neary will bring his high-energy production, “So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience,” to the Criterion Theatre in Bar Harbor on Friday, April
Scene One Entertainment completes purchase of Spectrum 8 Theaters
Scene One Entertainment says it has completed its purchase of Spectrum 8 Theaters, setting up new upgrades at the longtime movie house.
As 'The Book of Mormon' on Broadway celebrates its 15th anniversary, meet the last original actor
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As 'The Book of Mormon' on Broadway celebrates its 15th anniversary, meet the last original actor
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Concrete’s distinct microbial zones could change how building health is assessed
Concrete harbors distinct microbial zones whose signatures survive the heat of routine core sampling, a discovery researchers say could one day put structural health diagnostics within reach of general maintenance staff and even residents.
Green Horizons: plant science careers for a food-secure future
The Delivering Sustainable Wheat virtual training course recently returned with renewed energy, under its new name Green Horizons, offering more than 100 students from 19 UK universities a rare opportunity to engage directly with modern plant science.
Midland Arts, Entertainment, Movies, Nightlife & Events
Find entertainment news and reviews on movies, theater, music, TV and books, plus event listings in Midland — ourmidland.com
BUSINESS BRIEFS: BTG’s Playhouse Project receives $500,000; Berkshire HorseWorks receives $18,500; BCC Assistant Professor receives $5,000; Berkshire County Arc receives $80,000; NBT Bank donates $29,000; Egremont Water Commission receives $33,225; MountainOne distributes $363,200
“Like so many people in the Berkshires, I have deep personal memories of the Stockbridge Playhouse and the transformative experiences it made possible,” said Gilson Family Foundation board member Mary Gilson Spina. “Supporting its restoration is about honoring that legacy while ensuring future generations have the same opportunity to experience the magic of live theatre in this remarkable space.”
Center Theatre Group unveils ecclectic 2026–2027 season
Center Theatre Group in its 2026–27 season will wrap August Wilson's Century Cycle with 'Fences,' plus stage some family-favorite shows.
Scientists Stunned: Colossal Eggs Discovered 3,500 Meters Beneath an Active Volcano
Beneath an active seafloor volcano off Vancouver Island, researchers have documented a congregation of giant eggs at roughly 3,500 meters, a discovery that reframes how life can flourish under extreme conditions. The eggs belong to the Pacific white skate, an elusive deep‑sea species adapted to cold, crushing pressure and perpetual darkness. What seemed an unlikely nursery is actually a geothermally warmed refuge, where subtle heat helps embryos survive a marathon incubation. The finding links volcanic energy to a quiet engine of biodiversity, turning a hostile landscape into an incubator. A living volcano, a hidden nursery The seamount long assumed dormant now exhales mineral‑rich, shimmering plumes, proof of hydrothermal life at depth. Expedition cameras swept across black basalt and pale bacterial mats, revealing vents that pulse with warmth. That warmth, though modest by human standards, alters the physics of development for cold‑adapted embryos. In a realm where metabolism creeps, even a few degrees can mean faster growth and higher survival. The volcano is not only active; it is ecologically formative, drafting a blueprint for a thriving oasis. Giant eggs and a skate built for the abyss The Pacific white skate, Bathyraja spinosissima, is built for the abyss: broad wings, armored spines, and a life history that trades speed for endurance. Females lay outsized, rectangular “mermaid’s purses,” often 46–50 centimeters long, packed with rich yolk to fuel years of growth. In the frigid deep, embryos can require around four years to hatch, a timeline that magnifies every energetic advantage. The scale is striking—large eggs, large adults, and a textbook case of deep‑sea gigantism. The volcano’s gentle heat may literally shave months or years from the wait. Why heat matters at the bottom of the sea Hydrothermal circulation delivers low‑level warmth without the turbulence that would scatter fragile egg‑cases. Slightly elevated temperatures accelerate enzyme kinetics, nudging development along while keeping embryos within a safe range. Mineral‑laden fluids likely shape local microbiomes, which, in turn, can influence biofilms on egg surfaces. The environment acts like a slow, steady incubator, countering the deep sea’s tyrannies of cold and scarcity. For a species with long maturation and few offspring, every incremental boost compounds across generations. An ecosystem sculpted by fire and water Seafloor volcanoes create steep environmental gradients, stitching together hot vents, cool eddies, and mineral gardens into mosaic habitats. Microbes harvest chemical energy, seeding food webs that support crustaceans, fishes, and skates. Cameras documented egg‑cases nestled among rocky ledges, near communities nourished by vent‑driven chemistry. These islands of productivity behave like deep‑sea oases, sustaining life far beyond the vent orifice’s flickering light. The nursery’s success underscores how geological forces engineer biological opportunity. “Finding a cradle of life tucked beneath a breathing volcano reminds us that the planet’s harshest places can be profoundly generous.” What the discovery could change The nursery reframes conservation priorities in regions where volcanism quietly underwrites reproduction. Protecting hydrothermal corridors could safeguard entire lifecycles, not just charismatic adults spotted during occasional surveys. It also sharpens questions about how climate‑driven shifts in ocean circulation might influence vent activity, temperature fields, and embryo survival. With methodical mapping, time‑series cameras, and environmental DNA, scientists can track whether nurseries remain stable or drift with geologic rhythms. Key implications include: Enhanced understanding of deep‑sea reproduction at hydrothermal sites. New conservation targets centered on geothermal nurseries. Comparative studies with other volcanic regions, from the Galápagos to rift zones. Biotechnological insights from organisms adapted to long, cold development. Better models of how seafloor heat shapes regional biodiversity. Methods behind the revelation Remotely operated vehicles threaded through chimney fields, gathering video, temperatures, and mineral signatures. High‑definition imagery captured the distinctive, horned egg cases, their edges dusted with fine volcanic silt. Geochemical profiles mapped how heat and chemicals disperse, outlining the “thermal lanes” where eggs most cluster. Combined, these datasets reveal a nursery organized by geothermal topography, with egg‑cases concentrated in pockets of gentle, sustained warmth. A fragile boon in a changing ocean Deep‑sea environments feel remote, yet they intersect with global pressures: mining proposals, cable routes, and shifting oxygen levels. The nursery’s resilience hinges on stable heat flow, intact substrates, and minimal disturbance from noise or sediment. Safeguarding such places is not just about protecting novelty; it preserves a slow, ancient strategy that lets large, long‑lived animals endure in the coldest reaches of the Pacific. Where geology and biology meet, the planet’s deep time still writes living stories. This volcano‑warmed nursery adds a vital chapter to that story, revealing how subtle thermal gifts can tip the scales toward life in the abyss. With each dive, researchers trace the contours of an unseen world, where fire feeds water, and water—against all odds—feeds the future.
'Project Hail Mary' flies to $54.5 million second weekend, horror reaches a saturation point
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'Project Hail Mary' flies to $54.5 million second weekend, horror reaches a saturation point
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RACC hosts 'The Lost Child' theatrical performance
ROME — The Rome Art and Community Center (RACC) will be hosting “The Lost Child: A Theatrical Musical Suite with Narration” on Monday, March 30, at 6:30 p.m.
Chris Kelly Opinion: A petition for better acting in politics and PR
“Memory, all alone in the moonlight/ I can dream of the old days/ Life was beautiful then…” – from “Memory,” by Andrew Lloyd Webber Successful theatrical productions achieve the “suspension of disbelief,” temporarily convincing audiences th…
Local Newspaper Erodes Community Civic Fabric
The Hawk Eye, Burlington, Iowa's local newspaper, recounts its decline from a community-rooted newsroom that covered a major 1987 grain-elevator explosion to a diminished operation today. Now owned by Gannett after GateHouse consolidation, the paper prints six days a week with only three reporters, outsources layout and printing, and runs syndicated content instead of local reporting. The loss of routine local coverage has eroded civic engagement and community ties.
The Tallahassee Arts, Science, and Theater Experience brings the community together at Railroad Square
The donation-based Taste Festival brings arts, science, theater, and local entertainment to Railroad Square to unite the Tallahassee community
Paul McCartney at the Fonda: a rock legend in thrilling close-up
The 83-year-old rock legend did his latest underplay at L.A.'s Fonda Theatre on Friday night.
Georgia politics: Special elections, departures shape political landscape
Georgia lawmakers are rushing to pass bills before the end of the session, while election season is heating up with debates and special elections, and some lawmakers are choosing to step down from their positions.
Business briefs | Eureka Theater wins nearly $49K grant
Find out what is happening in the local business community.
Skidding Heat taking nothing for granted vs. Pacers
Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra has been known to get the best from his teams come playoff time.
ENTERTAINMENT: Jazz at the Joint, TheatreSquared seasons scheduled
TheatreSquared opens its 2026-27 Main Stage season Sept. 9-27 with the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play "Fences" by August Wilson.
ENTERTAINMENT: Jazz at the Joint, TheatreSquared seasons scheduled
TheatreSquared opens its 2026-27 Main Stage season Sept. 9-27 with the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play "Fences" by August Wilson.
ENTERTAINMENT: Jazz at the Joint, TheatreSquared seasons scheduled
TheatreSquared opens its 2026-27 Main Stage season Sept. 9-27 with the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play "Fences" by August Wilson.
As Western heat wave ends, scientists try to make sense of its length and intensity
The spring heat wave that baked the West for over a week has finally moved along, after setting more than 1,500 temperature records across 11 states.
I tried HigherDose’s $1,400 PEMF mat to help me relax. I got weird dreams and disappointment
This pricey infrared therapy mat claims to help mood, sleep and muscle recovery. It felt more like a glorified heating pad
What does the Allina-Sutter Health deal mean? We asked an expert in health care business
Allina Heath, which owns and operates United Hospital in St. Paul, will retain its brand and headquarters under the deal but serve as Sutter’s Upper Midwest Division.
This new carbon material could make carbon capture far more affordable
Scientists have created a new kind of carbon material that could make carbon capture much cheaper and more efficient. By carefully controlling how nitrogen atoms are arranged, they found certain structures capture CO2 better and release it using far less heat. One version works at temperatures below 60 °C, meaning it could run on waste heat instead of costly energy. The discovery offers a powerful new blueprint for next-generation climate technology.
Explore the best of Nordic music with Orchestra Iowa
Orchestra Iowa will perform their “Masterworks V” program, featuring music from Nordic composters, on Saturday, April 11 at the Paramount Theatre and Sunday, April 12 at the Coralville Performing Arts Center.
Rhode Island Community’s Choice Awards business spotlight: Restivo's Heating & Air Conditioning
Rhode Island Community’s Choice Awards nominations are underway! Don't miss your chance to recognize your favorite businesses.
Cavs extinguish the Heat 149-128
It was a tale of two games for the Cleveland Cavaliers, with the second being a lot more to their liking. Max Strus hit eight threes, Jarrett Allen had a double-double in his return to the starting lineup, and James Harden added 17 points and 10 assists as the Cavs throttled the visiting Miami Heat […]
Scientists discover a hidden system that turns brown fat into a calorie burner
Scientists have identified a key biological system that helps brown fat burn energy by building the networks it needs to function. A protein called SLIT3 splits into two parts, with each piece guiding the growth of blood vessels and nerves inside brown fat. These structures allow the tissue to pull in nutrients and rapidly convert them into heat instead of storing them as fat.
Corey Feldman reacts to exclusion from Rob Reiner Oscars tribute (exclusive)
Corey Feldman has addressed being left out of the Oscars tribute to 'Stand by Me' director Rob Reiner, calling it a 'family reunion I wasn't invited to' with costars Jerry O'Connell and Wil Wheaton.
Atlantic Trivia, March 27, 2026: Chinese Science
What ninth-century Chinese invention was at first employed primarily for fireworks rather than in the capacity that would change the world centuries later?
New movies to watch this weekend: See 'They Will Kill You' in theaters, rent 'Send Help,' stream 'Pretty Lethal' on Prime Video
Check out "Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice" on Hulu — or sink your teeth into some horror.
The Oscars are leaving Hollywood in 2029, ending long run at Dolby Theatre
The Academy Awards will move from the Dolby Theatre, their home for nearly a quarter century, to L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles
Health alert issued for Albuquerque due to blowing dust
Officials have issued a heath alert for the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County due to blowing dust.
The Shocking Speed of China’s Scientific Rise
When will Chinese research pull ahead of ours?
'Kim's Convenience' review: Back onstage with sitcom warmth intact
Ins Choi's 'Kim Convenience,' the Toronto hit play that inspired a TV show, opens at the Ahmanson Theatre, refreshes a familiar immigrant family drama with warmth and gentle humor.
Arts & Entertainment Calendar
Events coming up in the Greenville area offer music, arts, theater and family fun. Here is a sampling.
March 28 Arts & Entertainment Calendar
Events coming up in the Greenville area offer music, arts, theater and family fun. Here is a sampling.
Trump defends his use of mail voting
Trump voted by mail in a special election in Florida this week, despite previously saying that mail-in voting amounted to “cheating.”
The Tacit Politics of Pixar’s Latest Hit, ‘Hoppers’
Hoppers offers a surprisingly radical message for a story about talking animals.
Seattle Public Theater’s ‘Hurricane Diane’ is a funny, pointed parody
Seattle Public Theater’s production of “Hurricane Diane” provides five of the best comic performances you are likely to see in Seattle.
The Oscars are leaving Hollywood
In 2029, the Oscars will move from the Dolby Theater in the heart of Hollywood to the Peacock Theater at L.A. Live, a sprawling tourist hub in Downtown Los Angeles,
The Oscars are moving to the Peacock Theater in 2029
The Academy reached an agreement with AEG
Oscars to leave Hollywood's Dolby Theatre in 2029
In addition to the physical relocation, the Oscars will shift to YouTube, a major reset as the show looks to expand its reach after years of declining TV audiences.
Myles Garrett landing spots: Why trade rumors could heat up after Browns modify his contract
Don't be surprised if Cleveland ends up trading the reigning Defensive Player of the Year.
Coming Soon Signage Up for Massive 49,000 Sq. Ft. Entertainment Destination
“Coming soon” signage is now up at Westfield Wheaton, where Round1 Bowling & Arcade is preparing to open a massive 49,000-square-foot entertainment complex, bringing one of the country’s fastest-growing arcade […]
‘B&B’ Affair! Rebecca Budig Talks Taylor & Deacon’s Heated First Time
'[Taylor] understands the danger that she puts her family in and can see all sides. But the heart wants what the heart wants,' Budig says of her character's steamy dalliance.
2025 American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellow
Department Chair, Professor Alexander Spokoyny has been selected as a 2025 Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in recognition of his distinguished contributions in main group and organometallic chemistry and academic community engagement and leadership. AAAS is the world’s largest general-scientific society and publisher of the journal Science. Spokoyny is among the 449 scientists, engineers, and innovators spanning 24 scientific disciplines who are being recognized for their scientifically and socially distinguished achievements. Four of the new fellows are UCLA faculty members. The new Fellows will be celebrated in Washington, D.C., in late May 2026. Read more about the new AAAS Fellows here. AAAS Fellows in the UCLA Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry are Professors Kendall Houk (1988), Paul Weiss (1999), Richard Kaner (2000), David Eisenberg and Todd Yeates (2001), Juli Feigon (2002), Miguel Garcia-Garibay and Steven Clarke (2007), Heather Maynard, Carla Koehler, Xiangfeng Duan and Neil Garg (2018), Paula Diaconescu and Thomas Mason (2019), Joseph Loo (2021), and Yi Tang (2022). Penny Jennings, UCLA Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, penjen@g.ucla.edu.
Bleecker Street’s Crosswalk & LD Entertainment Acquire West End Live Version Of ‘Hadestown’
Bleecker Street’s event cinema division Crosswalk has teamed with LD Entertainment to acquire North American and English-speaking territories for the West End live theater-shot Tony Award-winning hit ...
Four-star cornerback Danny Lang commits to USC
After a somewhat slow start, the Trojans’ 2027 recruiting class is quickly heating up
Pokémon Champions' removal of IVs led to a "heated discussion" with one of the franchise's original devs
Settle it...with a Pokémon battle!
Photos: Pro Football Cares Sports Emergency Response Training at Raiders HQ
A Pro Football Cares Sports Emergency Response Training was held at Raiders HQ where athletic trainers and coaches were able to participate in a series of simulations on football equipment removal, cardiac arrest and exertional heat stroke.
Why Elite Athletes Train In The Heat & The Science Says You Should Too
The best part? You can do it at home.
New business in Monroe Co. offers tutoring services with a little extra horse power
LINDSIDE, WV (WVNS) – A brand new business in Monroe County will soon be offering locals a unique way to learn. Hay University near Lindside is the brainchild of Heather Houchins. The Concord Universi...
RFK Jr. Is Losing His Grip on the CDC
The Trump administration seems to be putting MAHA on notice.
Taproot Theatre’s ‘Ain’t Misbehavin’’ is a Fats Waller celebration
The high-energy musical revue celebrates the work of jazz piano legend Fats Waller.
Palace Theatre to feature family entertainment with the two Kennys
After years of talking about performing a double header, two of the area’s nationally recognized entertainers will bring their acts to the Historic Palace Theatre on April 4. Ventriloquist and comedia...
District 27 candidate says it's "one of the most important districts in the entire country" as race heats up
Called out for leaky defense, Cavaliers take aim at Heat
Called out for leaky defense, Cavaliers take aim at Heat
Entertainment calendar
Please email entertainment listings to entertainment518@digitalfirstmedia.com. Thursday, March 26, 2026 THE EGG: 1 Empire State Plaza, Albany. Firebird, 7pm. www.theegg.org CAPITAL REPERTORY THEATRE: 251 North Pearl St., Albany. …
Lawmakers ramp up fight against sports betting on prediction markets
The political battle over sports betting on prediction markets is heating up as professional leagues dive deeper into the national gambling frenzy. Lawmakers in both parties are attempting to stifl…
Scene Calendar: Local theater, art, local benefits and more
A comprehensive list of Gainesville-area entertainment events.
5 events in Lancaster County this weekend, from \'Heated Rivalry\' dance party to magic swap meet
Before you make your weekend plans, make sure these events are on your radar.
Spring sports heat up Tuesday night in the Heartland
The Cape Central Girls Soccer team played its home opener against St. Vincent, while the Notre Dame Boys Baseball team hosted Portageville on Tuesday.
Some Meta executives could make billions under new pay package
AI competition is heating up as Meta plans new pay increases. CEO Mark Zuckerberg isn't included in the plan.
Trump touts ‘significant’ Iran ‘present’ linked to Strait of Hormuz as deal talks heat up
President Donald Trump said Iran gave the U.S. a 'significant' oil and gas gift tied to the Strait of Hormuz, saying Iran is ready to make a deal on nuclear weapons.
'Mystery Science Theater' Set to Make Comeback After Fans Raise Over $5 Million to Fund New Episodes
RiffTrax and Shout! Studios announced a Kickstarter campaign to create new episodes of 'Mystery Science Theater 3000.' 'MST3K' has existed in different iterations from 1988 to the present day.
Tony Vitello, welcome to big leagues. Can Giants’ manager handle this?
All of baseball will be watching the San Francisco Giants, not just in the opener but for the entire season, because the Tony Vitello experiment should be compelling theater.
Marathon has sold 1.2M copies across Steam, PS5, and Xbox
Alinea Analytics estimates show that Marathon has generated gross revenues of $55M via 1.2M copies sold on Steam, PS5, and Xbox: Looking at the split between Steam, PS5, and Xbox, Steam is clearly the main platform for Marathon, accounting for a little under 70% of the audience (800K copies sold). Meanwhile, PS5 takes about 19% (217K) and Xbox (including console, PC, and cloud) accounts for a bit over 11% or 133K. Marathon is technically a first-party Sony title, so seeing the home console struggle to break 20% of the volume is a notable data point for the ongoing platform-agnostic debate. PlayStation Studios online games will almost certainly continue being multiplatform (despite Sony reportedly pulling back on PC releases). Subscribe for free to get the most accurate games estimates in your inbox twice a week 🫶 Subscribe As for Marathon, the consensus among hardcore players who pushed through the awkward onboarding phase – myself included – is that it’s fantastic. The gunplay, aesthetic, and presentation are among the best in the shooter genre. A great game doesn’t always equal an immediate hit, though, as shown by our estimates. Things are looking lukewarm right now. But this might be one of those marathon-not-a-sprint situations. Had to, didn’t I? Why wasn’t Marathon a hit on the same level as Arc Raiders? One topic that came up in a lot of conversations at GDC this year was why Marathon hasn’t hit the same stratosphere as Arc Raiders. On paper, they’re both extraction shooters, and Marathon has the Bungie pedigree – the house that built the gold standard for gunplay in Halo and Destiny. Marathon’s neon-futuristic aesthetic also distinguishes itself from the gritty realism of Tarkov or the post-apocalyptic hope of ARC Raiders. But vibes can only get you so far for first impressions if the onboarding feels like a brick wall. Marathon is a sweaty PvP-focused experience with a first-time user experience and UI that I can only describe as dreadful. Players are dropped into a complex ecosystem where the UI, though visually striking, is functionally uninformative, forcing users to manually hover over nondescript, identical icons just to identify basic gear or weapon mods. This lack of clarity is compounded by punishing mechanics like a severe heat gauge for movement and a scarcity of vital resources, all without a clear tutorial or a low-stakes mode to learn the ropes. Most people – even top streamers and veteran shooter players – have no idea what’s going on in Marathon at first. Arc is on the complete other end of the spectrum. As we covered here and here, Arc Raiders offers a more collaborative, approachable loop where players often work together toward shared goals. And the objectives are instantly clear. To many players, this contrast only emphasised Marathon’s issues, especially during the testing period. Players understand the Arc Raiders loop within 30 minutes, while Marathon acts as a massive filter, chewing up newcomers and spitting them out before they can experience the depth of Bungie’s signature gunplay. What I’m getting at here is that the poor first-time user experience of Marathon’s Server Slam likely stifled launch sales, while the opposite was true for Arc. Let’s look at the pre-launch copies sold for each game during their respective Server Slams (launch-aligned) : Looking at the trajectory: Arc Raiders saw a massive 80% jump in copies sold during its three-day Server Slam (day -13 to -11). Players jumped in, realised the water was fine, and immediately opened their wallets. Marathon, meanwhile, saw a 49% increase in the four days following its Slam (Day -7 to -3). At the time of each game’s respective launch, Arc Raiders had nearly double the Steam footprint of Marathon – and word of mouth only continued to grow. Bungie could have had more time to fix the onboarding process had the beta happened earlier. But Marathon launched three days after the beta finished. These factors limited the launch sales quite a bit, I reckon. Marathon has found a niche audience, though Despite the friction-heavy start, the data suggests that those who survived Marathon’s onboarding are loving life. We’ve been tracking cross-platform DAUs, and while there’s the expected post-launch leakage, many players are sticking with it. After peaking at 478K total DAUs on its first Saturday, Marathon has settled into a respectable rhythm, holding 345K DAUs as of yesterday and averaging 380K DAUs across the weekend. Steam continues to do the heavy lifting here, consistently accounting for the lion’s share of the daily players. Players have been putting in the hours, too: On Steam, Marathon’s average playtime has climbed to 27.8 hours, significantly outpacing the console averages on PS5 (16.5h) and Xbox (17.3h). Even more telling than the averages: 22% of the Steam audience has surged past the 50-hour mark, and nearly 7% have already logged over 100 hours. Subscribe for free to get the most accurate games estimates in your inbox twice a week 🫶 Subscribe This data suggests that once the Bungie magic clicks, it hooks players deeper than the average extraction shooter. There’s also started to be a shift in the game’s discourse. Marathon launched as one of those games that’s cool to hate. But as Marathon’s 100-hour club grows, we’re seeing conversations around its mechanical merit outweigh the negativity. Several high-profile creators, who were initially vocal critics, have spent the last week coming around on the mechanical depth of the endgame. It’s a subtle but positive signal; the hate train is losing steam, and a new narrative about the game is emerging. Bungie faithfuls unite Another interesting metric in Marathon’s first few weeks is who, exactly, is playing. Bungie leans heavily on its prestige as the “makers of Halo and Destiny,” in its marketing, and that message has clearly hit the mark. On Steam, the gravity (hammer) of Bungie’s previous work is unavoidable. A staggering 78.2% of Marathon players also played Destiny 2. The trend carries across other platforms, with 74.2% of PS5 players and 82.7% of Xbox players also having played Destiny 2. The Halo legacy lives on, it seems. More on that in a bit. While Destiny 2 went free to play, these numbers still represent a high-intent migration of a fanbase that trusts Bungie’s specific brand of kinetic gunplay and cryptic world-building. The Xbox data adds another layer of legacy. About 85.7% of Marathon players on Xbox have played Halo Infinite, while over half of the Steam audience has spent time in Halo Infinite and 36.1% in the Master Chief Collection (a paid collection of the old Bungie-made legacy games). Interestingly, we see a 55.9% overlap with ARC Raiders on Steam. Overlap is even higher there on PlayStation (60.5%) and Xbox (66.5%). And there’s also significant crossover with Helldivers 2 on all platforms, too. Subscribe for free to get the most accurate games estimates in your inbox twice a week 🫶 Subscribe Bungie has found some of its fans with Marathon, and the challenge now is keeping this engaged in a high-stakes PvP environment when they’ve spent the last decade primarily enjoying the power fantasies of PvE. On that note… Go the full 26 miles? Or cut and run? Time for some could’ve, should’ve, would’ve. These things would have improved Marathon’s performance at launch: A more robust onboarding process, perhaps in the form of a short single-player/PvE campaign. We know Bungie fans love this stuff. A traditional arena-based mode akin to Destiny’s Crucible could have been a bridge for the cautious players who’d have been otherwise deterred by the Server Slam. It’s also a great palate cleanser after getting merked. Introducing a dedicated PvE environment would have similarly diversified the conversation and lowered the barrier for the Bungie faithful who found the pure PvP extraction loop too abrasive. PvE is safer than PvP these days. There’s an argument that a thin PvE mode would have just felt like a budget Destiny, potentially hurting the brand more. But given how dire the FTUE is, I think it would have been a net positive. Any kind of tutorialised loop that demystifies the stakes, really. While there is merit in a studio sticking firmly to a singular creative vision, and going all in on the hardcore extraction loop. Less forgiving is the technical reality is that the user interface and first-time user experience (FTUE) were not at a commercial standard for launch. Subscribe for free to get the most accurate games estimates in your inbox twice a week 🫶 Subscribe In a landscape where player time is oversaturated and the most contested currency, a flawed FTUE is a critical failure point. But it’s not all doom and gloom, as Marathon has an incredible, unique gameplay loop, suggesting that financial success is still attainable if Bungie can pivot effectively. Bungie and PlayStation now face a difficult strategic crossroads, though – one within a challenging games market. They could: Double down on Marathon with a long-term Rainbow Six Siege- or No Man’s Sky-style recovery plan, which is something I heard Last Stand Media’s Chris Maldonado mention last week. While this could be a sunk-cost fallacy in action, it could eventually yield the audience the game’s mechanical depth deserves. Shift focus toward the inevitable Destiny 3 or another project, mitigating the escalating opportunity cost and cutting their losses, so to speak. Doing both is an expensive proposition, given the high overhead and burn rate of operating out of Bellevue, Washington. With Sony recently demonstrating a lower threshold for underperforming studios and projects, the margin for error has vanished. Whatever happens, the next six months will determine whether Marathon becomes a cornerstone of Sony’s live-service portfolio or a cautionary tale of vision exceeding accessibility. I’m hoping it’s the former, because Marathon rocks. As always, hit subscribe to get updates on Marathon and other relevant games. Subscribe Want to get your hands on our data for yourself – for free? We’re offering a free trial of our platform for games companies. 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