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Keep geopolitics out of marine science
The politicization of marine scientific research is undermining the very cooperation needed to protect the oceans. Recently, some Philippine commentators have portrayed China's marine research activities near Huangyan Island and elsewhere in the South China Sea as potential "military threats". They have coined the term "ghost research ships", suggesting that routine scientific work is linked to military operations, submarine navigation and even anti-submarine warfare. By intertwining technological possibilities, the sensitivity of the locations and existing geopolitical tensions, they have crafted a narrative that misrepresents China's marine research as a "security concern". These claims lack supporting evidence and run counter to the international community's shared interest in advancing ocean science and protecting the marine environment.
What China's first Antarctic law means for science, tourism and beyond
While China's 43rd Antarctic expedition embarks on its southbound voyage, the country has adopted its first national law on Antarctic activities and environmental protection on Friday, bringing science, tourism, fishing and shipping under one legal framework. What
Holly Hop Ice Cream Shoppe Lubbock announces final hours of business
Lubbock's iconic Holly Hop Ice Cream Shoppe announced its final hours of business. Here's what to know about the closure.
Blizzard confirms: World of Warcraft Forever is the biggest launch in WoW history, beating Wrath of the Lich King
Blizzard confirmed that World of Warcraft Forever is absolutely huge, and potentially represents a headache for World of Warcraft's retail arm.
Khamzat Chimaev Makes Clear What He Wants Next
Former UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev made it clear what he wants next, which is a title shot at 185 lbs.Chimaev has not fought since he lost his belt via split decision to Sean Strickland at UFC 328 in May.But despite that loss, Chimaev is still hungry to get his belt back, and he wants […] The post Khamzat Chimaev Makes Clear What He Wants Next appeared first on HEAVY.
Kevin Kilbane Reflects on Sunderland, Peter Reid and Derby Day
From back-to-back seventh-place finishes to THAT unforgettable derby victory at St James' Park, Kevin Kilbane looks back on his time at Sunderland and the people who shaped his career.
Sean Strickland bashes UFC sponsors: 'I hate 99% of them'
Sean Strickland isn't one that keeps his thoughts to himself. The two-time middleweight champion regularly weighs in on politics, economics, lifestyles and
Why Washington Punishes the Loyalty It Cannot Price
On a Sunday night in August, Senator Jon Ossoff told a campaign rally in Atlanta that President Trump would rather build his ballroom and “travel with Natalie” than do his job. He never used her last name. He did not need to. Natalie Harp, the White House aide known to colleagues as Trump’s “human p...
Five players who stood out in Nebraska football’s loss to Illinois
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Look away, Husker fans. That loss wasn’t pretty. Nebraska football entered its Friday night road matchup against Illinois on a three-game losing streak. In each of those three games, the Huskers led at the start of the fourth quarter. The script flipped this week, but not in a way that benefited NU. The Fighting Illini won 24-13 in a short-week showdown that included a scoreless first quarter, a record-breaking performance by one of their wide receivers and plenty of decisions for Nebraska to dwell on. Collin Dixon Anthony Colandrea Blackshirts Cameron Lenhardt and Andrew Marshall four-game losing streak Jamal Rule Wide receivers Kwazi Gilmer and Jacory Barney Jr.
Looking for a health insurance plan? Highmark Direct stores can help
Fall is the time to choose health coverage for the coming year. Sorting through the options can be daunting. Consumers may need to compare premiums, confirm that doctors are in-network and prescription drugs are covered, and understand access to care while traveling. Highmark Direct stores help consumers navigate those decisions
Talk turkey, not politics
In case you haven't noticed, the election is over. Let me re-phrase that. THE ELECTION IS OVER!
Russell Brand's convictions renew spotlight on media — and a culture — that may have looked away
Russell Brand's convictions this week for rape and sexual assault have renewed scrutiny on the BBC and other media employers that may have looked the other way.
Paraguayan President Pena removed from office, arrested
Paraguay’s Senate removed President Santiago Peña from office Friday, a dramatic downfall that paves the way for him to face potential criminal charges over his alleged role in the collapse
51 Hilariously Brutal Roasts That Went Way Too Far
"Tell her my HIV test came back positive."
What Live Nation Entertainment (LYV) Said on Its Q3 Earnings Call
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE:LYV) reported concert attendance of more than 60 million in the third quarter of 2026, up nearly 20%, as stadium shows and international markets helped drive growth, President and CFO Joe Berchtold said on the company’s earnings call. Berchtold said the company expec
Midlothian oil and gas business raided by federal agents
Several residences in Midlothian were raided by the FBI on Friday, as was an oil and gas business that is facing multiple lawsuits alleging fraudulent practices. FOX 4's David Sentendrey has more.
Wyandotte County voters reject sales taxes, leaving health services and infrastructure in limbo
Wyandotte County voters rejected two sales tax increases Tuesday that would have funded mental health support, infrastructure and homeless services — including programs at the Willa Gill Center.
Trump administration ends California balloting lawsuit
Nov 6 (Reuters) - The Trump administration on Friday withdrew its lawsuit that attempted to block California from counting mail-in ballots from more than 20,000 registered voters whom federal
Sanger High students launch custom manufacturing business through Valley ROP
A group of Sanger High School seniors is turning classroom skills into real-world experience through a student-run business that designs and manufactures custom products.
Public health officials confirm infant death from measles outbreak was from Grant County
Grant County Public Health confirmed that the infant death associated with the southwestern Wisconsin measles outbreak was from Grant County.
Dion Dawkins Delivers Positive Playing Status Update Despite Not Practicing
Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Dion Dawkins is confident that he will play on Monday night despite not having practiced yet this week. The post Dion Dawkins Delivers Positive Playing Status Update Despite Not Practicing appeared first on HEAVY.
Bears’ stadium relocation gets more clarity after Roger Goodell meeting
The Chicago Bears have been in pursuit of a new stadium for years and they may finally be getting close to a positive resolution that meets their needs. Illinois governor J.B. Pritzker met with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell as well as Bears officials Kevin Warren and George McCaskey regarding a path towards building a new stadium in Arlington […] The post Bears’ stadium relocation gets more clarity after Roger Goodell meeting appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Maple Leafs Finally Make Long-Overdue Lineup Change
The Toronto Maple Leafs are making a lineup change that's been a long time coming, potentially giving the team an offensive spark. The post Maple Leafs Finally Make Long-Overdue Lineup Change appeared first on HEAVY.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. Finds Home With Reds Or Nats
Jazz Chisholm Jr. may leave New York. Fox Sports breaks down the best fits for his power and speed, focusing on the Reds and Nationals.
Anthony Gordon Found Respect At Barcelona, Not Just In England
Anthony Gordon left the Premier League for Barcelona to get 'respect' and he finally got it. See why the move to Spain was the right call for the winger.
Green Bay Packers guard reveals how he’s adjusting to new role in the offensive line
The Green Bay Packers made an unexpected lineup decision in Week 8, assigning Laken Tomlinson to right guard despite the veteran having started at that position just once during his 12-year NFL career. Tomlinson said he is adjusting well to the new position, although the switch proved more challenging last week because of the condensed [...]
Jennie Garth had to approve all of Kelly’s ‘90210’ love interests after actress disliked a bunch of costars
‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ star Jennie Garth explains that she had approval of Kelly’s love interests negotiated into her contract, as she reunites with Daniel Cosgrove.
Ben Roberts-Smith collaborates with gym business run by influencer that sold ‘war crimes’ pre-workout supplement
Zero Limits supplements is co-owned by right-wing podcaster and fitness coach Chris Katelaris, also known as ‘Big Chocky’
Player Availability Report: #SDvSKC
Player Availability Report is SportingKC.com’s look at the latest status updates around the team ahead of upcoming matches and is presented by Saint Luke’s. All details listed are from the league’s official Player Status Report that is submitted the day prior to the match. Sporting Kansas City closes out the
Buccaneers Get Very Good News on Friday Injury Report
The Bucs final injury report came out on Friday and shows a team that is getting much healthier.
Melco Resorts & Entertainment L (MLCO) Stock Forecasts
At Yahoo Finance, you get free stock quotes, up-to-date news, portfolio management resources, international market data, social interaction and mortgage rates that help you manage your financial life.
Oregon Getting Star Back From Injury To Play Ohio State
The Oregon Ducks have dealt with a variety of absences all season long. On Saturday when they play in Columbus against the Ohio State Buckeyes, Oregon will have at least one star back from injury. No, Dante Moore is still out for the season, and that’s going to be the biggest thing defining Oregon’s season […] The post Oregon Getting Star Back From Injury To Play Ohio State appeared first on HEAVY.
How Ohio Democrats say they ‘tricked’ Republicans into giving them a winnable congressional map
A congressional map passed in 2025 created new House lines that were expected to make several seats more conservative. But all five incumbents won, and against all odds, Democrats flipped three more.
Scientists discover Europe's ancient forests were nothing like we imagined
Scientists have uncovered evidence that Europe was dominated for more than 20 million years by open woodlands, colorful meadows, and large grazing animals, not the dense forests long considered its natural state. The surprising discovery challenges modern reforestation strategies, suggesting that planting thick forests could actually harm the biodiversity conservationists hope to protect.
Politics Unusual: Strategists, NJ mayor break down midterm elections
In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with Democratic strategist Amit Singh Bagga and Republican strategist Rusat Ramgopal about what's next for both parties after the midterm elections. Also, a conversation with Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh about the impact the blue wave might have on New Jersey.
‘Stop playing games’: SEC reportedly considering luxury tax for schools that overspend on players
The SEC might be borrowing an idea from professional sports. The conference is reportedly considering a luxury tax on schools that spend more on their players than the revenue-sharing cap allows. A working group of SEC athletic directors, university presidents, and general counsels has been discussing the idea for the past few weeks. The league…
Panda politics: Why Pandas represent China & US diplomacy
As Atlanta Zoo's new Giant Pandas make their debut, there's a bigger story behind how they got here from China. For decades, China has sent Giant Pandas to zoos around the world as a gesture of goodwill. We are joined by Professor Feiling Wang, an expert of U.S.-China relations at Georgia Tech to discuss what it means to have pandas back in Atlanta at a time when the U.S. and China are at odds on so many issues. Then we take a look at the two new arrivals, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang at Zoo Atlanta.
INTERVIEW: The business behind the athlete
What happens behind the scenes when an athlete becomes a brand, a business and a cultural influencer?
INTERVIEW: The business behind the athlete
What happens behind the scenes when an athlete becomes a brand, a business and a cultural influencer?
Week 10 Open Thread
The 2026 season has been so full of upsets and teams falling from grace that the marquee matchups have not always been the ones we expected. Week 10 is a great example, absolutely packed with big games with major CFP implications, many of which feature teams who were barely on the fringes of that conversation […]
GTA 6 Physical Edition Poster Revealed By Retailer
A new GTA 6 poster that could come as part of the code in box copies of the game has been revealed. However, it may end up being limited to select retailers and it might not even be truly official…
Frank Lampard fumes over controversial Everton decisions
Frank Lampard criticised three “big decisions” that went against Coventry City in their defeat to Everton on Friday night. The Sky Blues went ahead through Yann Gboho early in the second half at t...
Money, Power, Politics
Host Stephanie Ruhle brings her business acumen, hard-hitting interview style and original reporting to mornings, helping you understand what's happening today and why it matters. Make sense of it all, together.
Final cleanup of illegal Reedley biolab set for Nov. 9 - The Business Journal Illegal Reedley biolab cleanup enters final phase
The illegal Reedley biolab is nearing final cleanup as officials prepare to remove remaining testing kits Nov. 9. Read what's next for the property.
Anthropic Blog: AI Modelers Mostly Tested on Known Science
95,000+ executives read Business Engineer for the AI strategy frameworks cited by ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity. A note on sourcing. This piece is based on the guest post by Jakob Macke, Daniel Gedon and Stefan Wahl on Anthropic’s Science Blog, read in full on 6 November 2026. All quotations are from that post. The count […]
‘I’m really apolitical’: Jerry Jones claims he stays out of politics despite donating more than $1 million to Republicans
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones wants everyone to know that he doesn’t take sides in politics. His recent donations tell a slightly different story. Speaking on 105.3 The Fan on Friday, Jones described himself as “apolitical,” saying that he can’t afford to pick a party because the Cowboys have fans on both sides. That’s an…
Montana, Michigan and More U.S. States Vote to Kick Big Money Out of Politics
In Citizens United v. FEC, the U.S. Supreme Court decided that companies and other private groups have the First Amendment right to spend unlimited money in elections. In this year’s midterms, voters in four states decided whether to move on their own to limit the influence of corporations and wealthy megadonors on democracy.
6.4K views · 152 reactions | Texas’s first Latina governor, Gina...
Texas’s first Latina governor, Gina Hinojosa, pledged to abandon the extreme partisanship that she said has defined politics in this deeply red state for decades. https://wapo.st/4AlAV7s
Iran is reviewing proposals focusing on Tehran’s nuclear program, officials say
Iran is reviewing proposals from Qatar to address differences with the U.S. over Tehran’s nuclear program. That's according to two Middle East officials who are not authorized to comment publicly
NMSU’s Physical Science Laboratory marks 80 years of innovation
Eighty years ago, a partnership between New Mexico State University and what was then known as the U.S. Army’s White Sands Proving Ground helped launch what would become one of the university’s...
Macklemore says US venues rejected his Free Palestine tour
By Lisa Richwine LOS ANGELES, Nov 6 (Reuters) - American rapper Macklemore, an outspoken critic of Israel's war in Gaza, said on Friday that major US concert venues including New
Lawsuit Blames a School-Issued Chromebook for Student’s Mental Health Crisis
The Chromebook was used to get feedback from an AI chatbot about mental health concerns.
With midterm elections over, here's what Michiganders can do with their political lawn signs
Political lawn signs can be a pain to recycle. Experts say the metal stakes need to be removed and that the plastic isn't always recyclable.
University of Illinois scientists investigating changes in 165-year-old soil
CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Scientists with the University of Illinois are experimenting with what they believe is the oldest wild soil sample in the world. On October 20, researchers conducted a ...
Consumers say pet health is the last expense they'd cut, survey finds
In a new national survey, most pet owners reported holding steady or increasing what they spend on their pets. Only 7% of consumers said they would trim pet health spending if money got tight.
Warriors' Kristaps Porzingis to 'step away,' prioritize health
Kristaps Porzingis announced that he will "step away" from the NBA in order to prioritize his health. He has not played for the Warriors this season.
State shuts struggling Western Pa. hospital rescued by Tenor Health, but officials say its NEPA hospitals aren't affected
The state revoked the operating license from Sharon Regional Hospital, Tenor Health Foundation’s first acquisition in Western Pennsylvania. Local leadership and the health department reassured the community that Tenor’s NEPA hospitals, which operate under the Commonwealth Health umbrella, will be unaffected by what happened at Sharon.
‘Sabrina the Teenage Witch’ cast shares favorite episodes, what it was like being ‘buddies’ with Britney Spears (exclusive)
The ‘Sabrina the Teenage Witch’ cast tells ‘Entertainment Weekly’ all about their favorite episodes and guest stars — including Britney Spears — in celebration of the show’s 30th anniversary.
Eye of the Tiger: Pivotal position matchups LSU vs. Alabama
In a game between two very good football teams with the playoffs in sight, what matchups are key to watch on Saturday
Democrats win the Arizona House, Senate and governor’s office for the first time since 1966
The Associated Press called enough legislative races to confirm that both chambers flipped on Friday.
Good wasn't good enough: what Tennessee's election results are trying to tell us
A higher level of participation could have altered the political landscape across all three congressional districts touching Memphis.
watchOS 27.3 adds new Apple Watch feature that I absolutely love
watchOS 27.3 is here in beta with a major new feature for the latest Apple Watch models: Siri Recap, which I'm already really loving.
Tom Jones, 86, says he feared life was 'over' after recent health scare
Sir Tom Jones shared that he had a nasty upper respiratory infection back in July that had him hospitalized for a week.
Campbell hosts Harnett business leaders for economic update
Photo by Campbell University Harnett County has grown more than 27% over the last 15 years and is on the cusp of significant growth in the business sector as well. Campbell University recently hosted the 2026 Harnett County Economic Development Update; this was the university's third year in a row hosting the event. The annual event invites elected officials, business leaders and stakeholders from Harnett and its neighboring counties to share updates on new projects, economic trends and announcements from the previous year. Campbell’s continued involvement is part of its five-year Strategic Plan, launched earlier this year, which lists “community impact” as one of its four main objectives. “Every place I have ever worked, the university has been viewed by its surrounding community and region as an asset to economic development, as an inducement to business and industry and as a driver of innovation. It has been seen as the indispensable partner for growth,” Campbell President Dr. William M. Downs told the group of about 200 in attendance. “We ask that you save us a seat at your table when you are dreaming big about the future of this county and beyond. Campbell University is open for business, and we’d like to do business with you.”In addition to Campbell, Harnett is home to Harnett County Schools and its Career & Technical Education programs and a satellite campus of Central Carolina Community College, home of the Eugene Moore Manufacturing & Biotech Solutions Center (the largest training facility in the state). Stephen Barrington, Harnett County Economic Development director, shared the county’s latest initiatives, focus areas and opportunities in economic development. He lauded Campbell and the county’s strong educational and training infrastructure for training the area’s current and future workforce.“Workforce is at the top of the list when we talk about economic development,” Barrington said in a press release. “Work and skill-ready talent remains at the top of the list [of assets in Harnett County]. We’re extremely grateful for the education and training of our students for the next generation.”One big project landed in September when Harnett County was awarded a $500,000 Build Ready Sites grant from the North Carolina Railroad Company to advance a rail-served industrial site. The investment will help prepare the property for future development and strengthen Harnett County’s ability to compete for rail-served projects. The funding will support Byrd Industrial Site B, an 83-acre site with 58 developable acres within the Byrd Industrial Sites in Lillington.Harnett County is also actively working with Samet Corp. is actively working with Samet Corp. on the development of a 175,500-square-foot speculative industrial building to stimulate economic development.Featured speaker was Ted Abernathy, founding and managing partner of Economic Leadership, a small group of data, strategy and best-practice policy experts that work with companies, foundations and business organizations to analyze competitiveness, develop strategy, support leadership, tune communications and reimagine the future.Abernathy lauded Harnett County’s proximity to one of the fastest-growing and most business-friendly regions in the country — the Research Triangle and Raleigh-Durham metropolitan area — and said Harnett needs to attract more businesses that offer higher-paying jobs to compete. “The quality of the jobs you attract is one of the challenges for you as you go forward,” Abernathy said in a press release. “You need more high-paying jobs. A big chunk of the population here is making $25 to $50 an hour, which is good. But where you’re really weak is this high end. If you looked at Raleigh or Durham or Mecklenburg, that number would be a third of their jobs.”Learn more about Harnett County Economic Development and current projects happening at harnettedc.org.
LSU reinstates law professor suspended for political comments
LSU has reinstated a law professor that it removed from the classroom for making political comments critical of Gov. Jeff Landry
Chamber launches Small Business Expo
BATAVIA — What if one conversation, one connection, or one new idea could make a difference for your business?
How journalists can use NHATS data to report on aging, disability and caregiving
The National Health and Aging Trends Study (NHATS) is a source of national data on aging, disability, dementia, caregiving and long-term care.
Trump’s triumphal arch is blocked for now, but a new website highlights the plans
The White House highlighted the website the morning after U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan issued a temporary restraining order that prohibits work on the site for 14 days.
Angry Voters Put Health Care on the Agenda. Now Comes the Repair Work
Voter anger over healthcare program rollbacks helped Democrats win both chambers of Congress in Tuesday’s midterm elections, ending the Republican majorities that enacted last year’s cuts to federal Medicaid and food assistance programs. As of this writing, Democrats have an eight-seat majority in the U.S. Senate, with races in Alaska and Mississippi still too close […]
Arizona Fall League: Arizona Diamondbacks Report and update
While spring training gets all the hype when it comes to baseball in Arizona, locals know that the Arizona Fall League is where the true baseball joy is to be found. The weather is typically much more conducive to spectating, and while Cactus League prices are barely indistinguishable from a regular season game, basically the […]
Knicks respond to player Tyler Kolek’s claim that Taylor Swift is a ‘performative’ fan
The Knicks organization has responded to point guard Tyler Kolek’s claim that Taylor Swift is the team’s ‘fakest celebrity fan’ and ‘a little performative.’
GTA 6 Players in Germany Can Legally Take Time Off Work to Play the Game on Launch, But There's a Catch
Germany has a unique legal loophole that lets 60 employees take time off work to play GTA 6 without putting their jobs in jeopardy.
Trump's global health strategy is emerging. What will the Democratic Congress say?
The Trump Administration has ushered in a fundamental shift in the U.S. approach to global health aid. How will the newly elected Democratic Congress weigh in?
Nick Sirianni admits he was intentionally misleading about starting quarterback
The Philadelphia Eagles dropped to 2-6 on the season with Sunday’s loss to the Washington Commanders. The game marked Philadelphia’s sixth consecutive loss and its third since the franchise announced that star quarterback Jalen Hurts would miss the remainder of the season after testing revealed the former Super Bowl MVP had several blood clots in…
Bucs at Bears Q&A: Bears look to continue their dominance
The Bears and Bucs square off at Soldier Field on Sunday night. We spoke with Ira Kaufman of JoeBucsFan to get you insight into what Tampa will bring to the table.
Gopher MBB Star Loses to NCAA in Court; Now What?
A federal appeals court ruled Friday in the eligibility lawsuit that the Minnesota Gophers hoped would bring back Cade Tyson. So, now what?
Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy released from hospital after stroke
The 53-year-old Democrat said in a statement Friday that doctors are “encouraged by the progress” he’s made so far.
What to Know Before the Magic Visit the Warriors
The Orlando Magic's West Coast road trip will continue with a game against the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. Here is what you need to know ahead of the contest.
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Local Businesses and Entrepreneurs at Annual Grand Event
Thursday night, the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce brought together local businesses and organizations to celebrate entrepreneurship and community investment in the Flathead Valley. At the 2026 Grand Event, the chamber presented eight awards that recognized honorees’ outstanding work and commitment to creating a better Kalispell. This year’s theme, Venture Boldly: Forward Together, reflected the city’s […]
Q&A: Inside Google’s AI for Healthcare Professionals Certificate
Dr. Sohini Stone, Google’s CMO of Employee Health, describes how the four-course program was constructed and what healthcare teams can learn.
Schumer says Democrats will stop Trump from placing 'right-winger' on the Supreme Court
Schumer says the party’s agenda will center around lowering prices, along with five issues that they have focused on in the minority — healthcare, housing, Trump’s tariffs, childcare and lowering energy bills.
Can Laser Hair Removal Cause Cancer? What Science Says
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Health Pulse: November 6. 2026
The O’Neill Institute believes that the law is a fundamental tool for solving critical health problems.
Browns Coach Sends Strong Message About Shedeur Sanders
The Cleveland Browns are set to get their first look at Shedeur Sanders in his second season on Sunday afternoon against the New Orleans Saints on the road. Deshaun Watson is set to miss this week’s game due to a concussion. That has given Sanders a chance to get on the field and show what […] The post Browns Coach Sends Strong Message About Shedeur Sanders appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
Pope Leo talks health and voting en route to South America
The pontiff spoke with journalists accompanying him on his flight to Uruguay.
What's Happening in Cranford: Events, Entertainment and More for November
Including the 100th anniversary of the Cranford Theater and a free breakfast for veterans.
Maximum Entertainment Moves to Half-Year Reporting and Will Not Publish an Interim Report for the Third Quarter of 2026
Stockholm, Sweden (November 6, 2026) - Maximum Entertainment AB (Nasdaq: MAXENT B) ("Maximum Entertainment" or the "Company") today announces that it is moving from quarterly to half-year financial reporting. As a consequence, the interim report for the third quarter of 2026, previously scheduled f…
Utah, BYU heading toward colossal showdown at Rice-Eccles Stadium
But at the end of the day, you might as well pull a name out of a hat.
The Midterms Rattled AI Stocks. Here’s What to Watch in the Broader Economy.
Politics, policy, and markets collided this week as AI-exposed stocks faced a selloff after the midterms. There are reasons for cautious optimism despite the volatility, but two questions—how strong the economy is and what is driving the selling—will determine what comes next.
Trump names Stephen Miller chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles after midterm losses
President Donald Trump announced Friday that Stephen Miller will become White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles.
After a Wisconsin infant dies from measles, health officials urge people to get vaccinated
Measles is a highly contagious and deadly disease that the United States had all but eradicated, through vaccination. Now it’s back.
Science Behind the Forecast: The cloud that can look like a UFO
Every week WAVE 3 meteorologist Tawana Andrew breaks down what we know and what we don't about the climate and weather here in Louisville.
Whoa, I Missed It! Disney Starts Licensing the Household Silver, When IP Backfires, and More Big Content Moves
(Welcome to the “Most Important Story of the Week”, my bi-weekly strategy column analyzing the most important (but often not buzziest) news story of the last two weeks. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. Please subscribe.) Over these last few months, the entertainment business story landscape revolved around Skydance (and their merger) and Netflix (and their leadership shakeup). I don’t even want to scan my archives to see how many times I wrote about just those two companies over the last six months or so, let alone how many times they demanded their own article. Oh, how I long for June, when I could avoid them and write about other mergers and acquisitions (Comcast and NBCUniversal; Fox buying Roku). Well, not really, but you know what I mean. That focus on just two companies meant I ignored a lot of fun and, more importantly, important stories. So, it’s also time for another “Whoa, I Missed It” article. These are stories I wish I had written about, but aren’t exactly current events anymore. And there are a lot of them! Fifteen stories in all, including a very important merger that I didn’t write about, my word of warning about the IP deluge, how “genre” TV is making a big comeback, Netflix’s latest smart acquisition (and a licensing divorce), Disney and HBO’s recent TV show buys (and what they say about reboots on TV), a big cable merger, Amazon’s new bundle, social media censorship, and a lot more. Subscribe Most Important Story of the Week - Buy, Sell or Hold the Latest Content Development and Licensing in 2026!!! Content is king. I’ve written that before, and I believe in it now more than ever. If I had to quantify it, and I have, I put it at about 50% of the fate of any given media company, be they streamer, network, bundler, studio or social platform. This is a hits-driven business, and, as I like to do about every so often, it’s time to check in on the latest content moves. These content shifts on their own aren’t usually enough to be the “most important story” of a week, but if you add them up, you can see the content landscape shifting. The stories also fell into two natural buckets: licensing deals and IP moves. Plus, I’ll offer my “buy, sell or hold” rating for whether I think the deal is smart for a given side. Let’s dive right in. Disney Starts Licensing the Household Silver Disney is starting to license their core brands to Netflix. Quietly, over the last couple of years, Disney had rented some 20th Century [Fox] shows and films to Netflix, but until now, the core brands had escaped that fate. Now? At least some Pixar films will make it to Disney (including Elio) and some Disney+ Originals (like Percy Jackson and the Olympians). Here’s my rating for each company: Disney: Sell. One is tempted to say Disney has started licensing the “crown jewels”, but I don’t think we see that yet. I’d call this the “family silver” instead, which isn’t quite as valuable. That said, Disney’s new CEO clearly is focused on shoring up the company’s profitability, and that means licensing deals, even at the expense of Disney+ exclusivity. This could also help bring eyeballs to Percy Jackson for the upcoming season, a similar benefit to “dual casting” this show, which I also think Disney should do. Still, in the long run, I’d protect the core brands more. Netflix: Buy. This is a smart move, assuming the price is right, and I’d bet it is. (Netflix’s content licensing teams are some of the best in the industry.) Of course, this is another data point that Netflix is moving away from making their own films and relying on licensing instead. That has downsides—they’ll always end up renting—but if you’re buying Disney content, that’s a good move. Prime Video Buys More Live Events Amazon’s Prime Video/MGM Studios keeps purchasing live events, including the Emmys (which I wrote about here) and some regional sporting rights. These bolster their NFL, NBA and Academy of Country Music Awards licensing deals. My theory here is that Prime Video knows that they can sell the advertising for more on live events than on their massive acquired/original inventory of shows and films. (As I’ve been showing with Reelgood’s data, they have a LOT more shows and films than other streamers.) Advertisers want live, engaged viewers, since they’re a lot more likely to be real. Prime Video: Hold. I like Amazon’s focus on live events, but it remains tough to evaluate this company, er, business unit, since we don’t know anything about their financials. Yes, Amazon’s CEO recently released a very carefully worded statement about Prime Video, claiming profitability, but we don’t know by how much by when. (It’s also not audited by third parties, so we have to take it with another grain of salt.) Plus, given that Amazon increased the price of the Emmys by about a third, they also likely overpaid. (Maybe that’s why they’re barely profitable, allegedly.) But also, I think they know they need to dominate live TV, and that’s a smart strategy! So I’m torn, but lean towards calling this a smart move. The Emmys: Definitely sell! I mentioned this in my “Streaming Bonus Content” article, but I really, really, really, really do NOT like this move for the Emmys. Chasing short term dollars over long term awareness is not a smart move. To reach the widest audience, the “dual-cast” format—meaning broadcast and streaming—just reaches more people. Skydance Takes Its Animation Back This is the story that made me want to write a “let’s catch up on content” column in the first place. Specifically, Skydance and Netflix have ended their animated film output deal. It’s not huge, since really, what film has Skydance Animation made that’s broken out? But strategically, it shows you how Skydance is positioning their company. Skydance Animation: Hold. Again, I still need to see Skydance Animation put out a hit or two before I can judge this as a smart move. The other worry for Skydance is they have a lot of overlapping animation houses now, and that’s going to end at some point. Still, if John Lasseter can regain his animation mojo—and his track record has been mixed at Skydance, ignoring his other issues—this could be a powerful point for Paramount. Netflix: Hold (put your films in theaters). Right now, with the Dan Lin upheaval and Peter Rice coming in, we don’t really know what Netflix’s plans for theaters versus straight-to-streaming films are. So I need to see what new films (if any) they buy/rent/produce to replace the Skydance flicks, but it will probably be a smarter investment of capital, since the straight-to-streaming films have just failed to break out, outside of one major example. Theaters: Buy! They do look like they’re gonna end up with more inventory based on the Skydance move, and now Netflix putting four to five films in theaters per year. For example, Netflix confirmed that KPop Demon Hunters 2 will come to theaters, and that’s going to be a smash. Disney+’s Reboot Future So those were the major licensing news stories, and now we get to the IP-related updates. Obviously, I’m generally pro-IP in content development. But that’s not some iron law; not all IP hits equally. Get ready for Entertainment Nuance Guy. And let’s start with a big worry. Scanning the news stories, Disney has three reboots on their lineup between ABC, Hulu and Disney+: Coach (on ABC), The X-Files and Glee. So are reboots as immune to failure as IP? We’re just getting started with this issue, but the rest is for paid subscribers of the Entertainment Strategy Guy, so if you’d like to find out about… Why I’m skeptical about some upcoming genre and IP plays… How Skydance’s merger closing unlocked Paramount and HBO… The focus on “genre” across the streamers and studios… Some big creators leave Netflix… Netflix’s horror TV show licensing play (and what they should have done instead)… A huge merger that I didn’t write about... Whether or not we’ll see a major film tax credit… Amazon’s new megabundle of streamers… And (somehow) more… ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support.
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