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For Californians Drowning in Healthcare Costs, Governor’s Race Offers Few Answers
In California, healthcare costs are rising faster than income and inflation, and 4 in 10 adults in the state say they’re paying down medical debt. With the governor’s race in full swing, it’s still not clear what the candidates would do to fix it.
Riccardo Calafiori Faces 'Genuine Concern' Ahead of Liverpool Trip
Riccardo Calafiori is a doubt for Arsenal’s trip to Anfield on Sunday, though Declan Rice and Noni Madueke are expected to be available.
BrightSpring Health Services (NASDAQ:BTSG) reports upbeat Q3 2026, stock soars
Healthcare services provider BrightSpring Health Services (NASDAQ:BTSG) reported Q3 2026 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with revenue up 26.4% year on year to $4.21 billion. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $16.01 billion at the midpoint came in 4.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.54 per share was 14.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Virginia voters to decide on constitutional protections for abortion and reproductive health care
Deep dive into Ballot Q1, I want each question to have same format and intro.
Trump tamed after US midterms? Europe doubts it
President Donald Trump may be facing a political pounding at the US midterm elections next month -- but in Europe expectations are low that a big Democrat win would change much.While a Democrat win co...
Korean Webtoon Adaptations Lead COL Group’s 2027 Microdrama Slate
COL Group, V47 and Virtue Asia unveil a 2027 microdrama slate of CJ Group Korean adaptations and originals including ‘The Vanishing Act.’
Midwestern retirees helped turn Florida red. Now they could turn it blue.
Like voters still in the Midwest, many Midwesterners who moved to Florida to retire in the sun are preparing to vote for Democrats on Nov. 3.
Vikings GM “Madman” on Phones as Team Eyes Upgrades: Report
The Minnesota Vikings are asking around ahead of the November 10 trade deadline and are focusing on several positions. Running back, offensive line, and defensive line seem to be the areas they are focusing on. This was reported by Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer on Friday morning.This undoubtedly echoes further sentiments by analysts across the league, […] The post Vikings GM “Madman” on Phones as Team Eyes Upgrades: Report appeared first on HEAVY.
CUTE: Panthers rookies dress up, surprise kids at Levine Children’s Hospital
Officials said the annual tradition, dating back to 2004, included sweet treats, lighthearted tricks, and fall goodies.
Health plan changes ahead for Nevada Health Link
Nevadans can now shop and compare Qualified Health and Dental plan options on the state’s official health insurance marketplace, NevadaHealthLink.com.
Bethesda reportedly revealing The Elder Scrolls 6 next month, and we may know what its subtitle is going to be
This while Microsoft is in the midst of its "reset", in which layoffs have been initiated throughout the company - Bethesda included.
BioWare’s Saudi owners reportedly ordered a flag to be removed from Mass Effect 5 because it was ‘too similar to the LGBTQIA+ one’
Conservative Saudi investors seem to have brought their culture with them. The post BioWare’s Saudi owners reportedly ordered a flag to be removed from Mass Effect 5 because it was ‘too similar to the...
BrightSpring Health Services, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Increases Full Year 2026 Guidance
LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BrightSpring Health Services, Inc. (“BrightSpring” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: BTSG), a leading provider of home- and community-based health services for complex populations, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026, and increased full year 2026 Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA1 guidance. Third Quarter 2026 Financial Highlights(note: on March 30, 2026, BrightSpring completed the divestiture of the Community Livi
Montana Western professor highlights science writing at national geology conference
A University of Montana Western geology professor recently joined fellow authors at a national conference to discuss the challenges of making science accessible
Youth sports coach sentenced for sexually assaulting 12-year-old girl he coached
A youth sports coach has been sentenced to 26 years in prison for sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl he coached.
‘KUWTK’ showrunner claims Kim Kardashian had a ‘gun to her head’ during a 2018 trip to Africa because of Kanye West
‘Keeping Up With the Kardashians’ showrunner Farnaz Farjam claimed that Kim Kardashian had a ‘gun to her head’ during a 2018 trip to Africa because of Kanye West, per Jonathan Van Meter’s new book ‘Citizen Kim.’
Penn State vs. Purdue: Game Preview
The Nittany Lions are still seeking their first conference win as they welcome Purdue on Halloween. Penn State (3-4, 0-4) vs. Purdue (3-4, 2-2) Kickoff: 4:15 p.m., Beaver Stadium, State College, PA The Betting Line: Penn State -7.5 (Fanduel) TV: BTN, 4:15 p.m., Chris Vosters (play-by-play), Anthony Herron (analyst), Dannie Rogers (sideline) Weather: Matt Campbell: PENN STATE RECORD: 3-4, […]
BTIG cuts Flutter Entertainment stock price target on international headwinds
BTIG cuts Flutter Entertainment stock price target on international headwinds
Named after Tolkien's Balrog, this cave cricket unknown to science turned up in a man-made tunnel on a tiny Greek island - Futura-Sciences
Scientists exploring an artificial underground tunnel on a small Greek island have discovered a new species of cave cricket, revealing that even human-made structures can shelter wildlife previously unknown to science. The newly identified insect has been named Dolichopoda balrogi, a reference to the fearsome Balrog, the subterranean demon featured...
Election poses questions big and small for NY legislature
The possibilities in Albany range from subtle and symbolic— to seismic should favored Gov. Kathy Hochul not win her reelection bid.
How the end of “Roe” is reshaping medical care
In her new book “Side Effects,” Alice Miranda Ollstein shows that the impact of abortion bans goes far beyond reproductive health care.
2 Columbia dining halls operated with critical sanitation violations, city health inspectors find
Two Columbia dining halls operated with serious health code violations, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene found in routine inspections conducted last month, according to reports obtained by Spectator through a Freedom of Information Law request.
Neuroscientists reveal method to train people to have lucid dreams — and it involves virtual reality and mediation
People who had no recollection of a lucid dream over the past three years developed the skill after one month of performing a novel training regimen twice a week, neuroscientists report.
The science behind the screams: Inside Mishawaka’s Legend Park
Halloween is almost here, and local attractions are gearing up for a spooktacular weekend."Fear Itself" at Mishawaka's Legend Park is offering theatrical experi
Republican gubernatorial candidate Stacy Garrity visits Lebanon County business
Republican candidate for governor Stacy Garrity's campaign made a visit to Lebanon County Monday, just eight days before the Nov. 3 election.
U. Connecticut recruits ‘LGBTQ+’ scholars for high school ‘Queer Science’ event
Annual event aims to ‘counter the stereotypical image of a “scientist” as a straight, white, cisgender man,’ university says The University of Connecticut’s College of Engineering sought LGBTQ+…
WECT NEWS NOW: Novant Health launches virtual clinic for men’s sexual health
Novant Health has launched a telehealth clinic focused on men’s sexual health, and the clinic’s lead physician said it is open to men 18 and older.
Sutter Health cancels plans for Emeryville hospital over ‘regulatory path’
Sutter Health has scuttled its plans to build a new hospital on its Emeryville site.
From Business to Beluga Whales: Inside Briana Maltez’s Marine Biology Journey
Beneath the hum of filtration pumps and the rhythmic trickle of saltwater tanks, Briana Maltez is completely in her element. The Texas A&M University at Galveston marine biology major is following her lifelong love of animals—and that passion drives her pursuit for a second bachelor’s degree in a field that endlessly ignites her curiosity.As a native of nearby Sugar Land, Maltez did not initially set out toward coastal science. She initially earned a degree in agricultural business through the Texas A&M RELLIS campus in Bryan, but her subconscious fascination with ocean life grew into an unignorable question during her time there: What if? Photo courtesy of Briana MaltezThe query continued to plague her until a turning point came during a Florida trip to near the end of her first degree. Up-close encounters with marine life reignited a childhood dream and shifted her trajectory toward the sea. Yet, stepping into an entirely new field required a leap of faith. Faced with the daunting prospect of starting over, Maltez placed her trust in Texas A&M Galveston as the premier marine biology program in the state. Deciding that she would never feel satisfied unless she tried, she applied—finding the resolve to face the demanding science curriculum head-on.Any lingering doubts vanished during her first semester on the island campus. The close-knit campus environment and small class sizes allowed Maltez to build immediate connections with her professors and peers—a welcoming backdrop where her love for ocean stewardship could truly take root.“I instantly fell in love with the campus and the small classes,” Maltez recalled. “I was like, ‘Yep, I’m so happy I came here.'”Before long, Maltez found a second home inside the university’s Sea Life Facility. Designed to mirror complex, large-scale aquarium infrastructure on a manageable scale, the space offered Maltez a safe training ground to grow familiar with system maintenance and water chemistry under the tutelage of Sea Life Facility Manager Katie St. Clair. While tending to the tanks there, she grew especially fond of watching the facility’s resident clownfish breed and care for their clutches.“Katie definitely wants us to learn, ask questions, and get hands-on experience,” said Maltez. “So, it has been great having her help with getting pre-experience before doing it in the real world.”That hands-on experience quickly sparked a deeper interest in animal husbandry—the daily art of monitoring the animal’s diets, observing their behavior, and maintaining the aquarium’s overall health. Eager to turn those newfound practical skills into technical credentials, Maltez even earned certifications in life support systems and water quality management through Aquatic Animal Life Support Operators courses.Maltez’s passion soon extended beyond campus boundaries. During a summer study abroad program in South Caicos, Turks and Caicos, Maltez immersed herself in underwater field research. In addition to learning about local history and ecotourism impacts, she snorkeled daily, utilizing drones and hydrophones to record underwater bioacoustics and listen to the often-missed crackles of snapping shrimp, fish, and lobster larvae. Maltez at SeaWorld San AntonioPhoto courtesy of Briana Maltez“What you don’t realize is that there’s so many animals around you, but because they sense, you already, they run away,” Maltez explained. “I think that’s really cool to experience, because you don’t even think about that when you travel.”Yet, among all her academic adventures, a week-long course at SeaWorld San Antonio through MARB 302 stands out as a defining milestone. Camping on-site alongside fellow marine biology majors, Maltez gained behind-the-scenes access to professional veterinary and husbandry operations, building lasting friendships and even interacting with penguins in the snow.The undeniable highlight of the trip was face-to-face interaction with beluga whales. Having admired the titanic cetaceans for years, getting to learn directly from their trainers solidified her ultimate aspiration: to care for belugas and contribute to conservation research supporting wild populations in Alaska.“They are one of my favorite animals, and I had heard so much about them,” said Maltez. ”Getting to see them up close was an amazing experience.”When she is not analyzing marine environments, Maltez documents campus life through her camera lens. As a photographer for the Nautilus student newspaper, the Yell Leaders at Midnight Yell, and the Shark Scholars club, she brings the university’s passionate energy into sharp focus. With less than a year remaining until graduation, Maltez looks back on her decision to return to school with gratitude. Taking her journey one day at a time helped her push through demanding coursework, unlocking opportunities she once thought were out of reach. Today, Maltez stands as a compelling example of what happens when passion meets purpose: By trusting her drive and embracing every hands-on experience, she has transformed a second chance at college into an opportunity to dive into a career beneath the waves.
Small businesses turning to risky cash advances to survive
Struggling small businesses are turning to costly merchant cash advances for quick capital, but high fees and daily payouts are driving many into debt.
NANCY GUTHRIE | After 9 months, investigators turn to Florida scientists for new DNA leads
Arizona investigators working on the Nancy Guthrie case are continuing DNA testing with laboratory partners, according to authorities.
Inbox: That night belonged to Wisconsin sports fans
Christian Watson is cut from a different cloth
Carnell Tate misses another practice, doubtful for Bengals-Titans game
The Titans' leading receiver this season, rookie Carnell Tate, missed another practice and is doubtful for a Week 8 game against the Bengals.
Match Preview | Royals Head to Sports Illustrated Stadium to Battle League-Leading Gotham FC in a Decision Day Matchup
HERRIMAN, Utah (Friday, October 30, 2026) – Utah Royals FC (14-5-10, 47 pts) now head to Sports Illustrated Stadium to battle against Gotham FC (17-7-5, 58 pts) on Decision Day Sunday, November 1st, with kickoff set for 3:00 p.m. MT. Last weekend, the Royals clinched a playoff berth with a
Inside the Battle for Luxury’s Million-Dollar Salespeople
A great associate can generate millions in sales and build a following of loyal clients. Stores are increasingly courting them with everything from lucrative pay packages to the resources and freedom to run businesses of their own.
It Ain’t Just Sports: Trailblazer and diving coach, Diane Maiese
In this episode: We sit down with Diane Maiese, the first AND only Black woman to win an NCAA Championship and be named a four-time, all-American, in diving.
Beyond QR Payments: The Politics of Economic Mobility in the Global South
A market vendor in Indonesia can spend an entire day receiving QR payments and still struggle to obtain a bank loan.
Experts Weigh In on Emerging Tool To Prevent Medical Debt
Watch our conversation about the promise and challenges of presumptive eligibility and read answers to audience questions.
Scott Bessent says he's not concerned with AI-related debt
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said AI-related debt was contained to a small part of the AI ecosystem, and he wasn't concerned..
Wind Cave National Park receives grant for student science program
Wind Cave National Park received National Park Foundation funding for a student science program with nature journaling and citizen science surveys.
Jeff Crank and Jessica Killin share latest on campaigns, political analyst weighs in on tight race
Jeff Crank and Jessica Killin share latest on campaigns, political analyst weighs in on tight race
Kevin Federline allegedly faces thousands of dollars in debt after Britney Spears’ child support payments ended
The former rapper has been sued by City National Bank and Bank of America this year.
Panthers sign former Cowboys CB on Friday
On a day headlined by a big-time subtraction, the Panthers announced an addition to their practice squad.
MDOT hosts conference for small and disadvantaged businesses
The conference brings together small business owners, contractors and transportation industry leaders from the U.P. and northern Wisconsin.
The NBA is having second thoughts about sports gambling
Professional leagues, states and public opinion are turning against legalization.
New survey finds economic, health outcomes vary across LGBTQ+ Houstonians
Gay Houstonians feel accepted, while transgender residents lag behind.
Ahead of midterms, Trump offers $1M reward to voter fraud tipsters
President Donald Trump offered $1 million Monday to anyone who reports voter fraud that leads to an arrest and conviction, escalating his efforts to cast doubt on the midterms.
How the Nashville Predators book musicians for NHL games
From Whiskey Jam discoveries to Keith Urban appearances, a look at the team behind Bridgestone Arena's live entertainment.
Health systems tap energy-as-a-service to ease financial pressure
More health systems are signing energy-as-a-service deals to modernize aging power plants, reduce capital strain and shift resources toward patient care.
Medical debt hit 1 in 4 Americans and 1 in 5 Ohioans last year, even the insured, study shows
Medical debt hit 1 in 4 Americans and 1 in 5 Ohioans last year, a new study shows, including those who have health insurance.
Fox News Entertainment newsletter: Prince Harry making ‘big mistake’; Meghan Markle suffers major blow
Royal expert says Buckingham Palace was 'blindsided' by Thomas Markle allegations
35-year-old took on $20K in debt to launch a business from her dining room—now it brings in 8 figures a year
Set Active founder Lindsey Carter shares how she learned to separate her professional stress from her personal life while growing her athleisure company.
Skydance offers voluntary buyouts, mandates five-day office week after $110 billion Warner Bros Discovery deal
The media giant is looking to rein in costs and manage an estimated $80 billion debt burden as it integrates Warner Bros Discovery and prepares to outline its strategy to investors.
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‘JUSTIN OPPA AND HAILEY UNNIE’🫰🤣 South Korean digital entertainment media outlet Dispatch shared photos of Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber captured during their departure from Incheon International...
What incarcerated people would like to tell politicians.
What incarcerated people would like to tell politicians.
Cornell astronomy researcher to head planetary science workforce survey
Julie Rathbun, an astronomy researcher in Cornell's College of Arts and Sciences, is leading the 2026 Planetary Science Workforce Survey to assess demographics, career trends and workforce diversity.
NYU Langone brings OpenEvidence’s clinical AI into the EHR systemwide
OpenEvidence is expanding its footprint in New York City through a partnership with NYU Langone Health, adding another marquee institution to an existing concentration of partnerships across the ci | OpenEvidence is expanding its footprint in New York City through a partnership with NYU Langone Health, adding another marquee institution to an existing concentration of partnerships across the city's academic medical centers.
AI Is Changing How Banks Decide Who Gets a Business Loan
Before a company’s loan request reaches a room full of bankers, a computer may have already sized it up. Artificial intelligence tools now score
Chornobyl's Genetically Unique Dogs Are Likely The Result Of Natural Selection, Not Radiation-Scrambled DNA
Wild dogs living near the remnants of the Chornobyl nuclear plant are genetically distinct, but the reason is a little more subtle than you might think.
The Elder Scrolls 6 Is Reportedly Subtitled 'Sentinel,' New Story Details Revealed Ahead of Rumored Announcement
A new report claims that the next Elder Scrolls game will be titled The Elder Scrolls 6: Sentinel, along with new story details.
Real Madrid veteran issues update on his health after missing El Clasico: ‘Feeling much better’
The hours leading up to El Clasico on Sunday night were all about Thibaut Courtois and the sudden flu he suffered which shockingly put his participation in doubt.Taking no risks, Real Madrid put up an...
How bipartisan politics keeps the Brewers in Milwaukee through 2050
In 2023, bipartisan negotiations resulted in a $500 million deal to help repair American Family Field. But critics doubt the Brewers would have left.
Pasadena warns of scammers posing as health officials to obtain personal information
Some scammers have claimed a prescription was filled in the victim's name while seeking so-called verification information.
Gears of War: E-Day Reportedly Cost $500 Million to Make, Amid Claims It Has Sold Just 400,000 Copies
Gears of War: E-Day reportedly cost $500 million to make, amid claims it has sold just over 400,000 copies.
APEC Business Travel Card Validity Extended
To facilitate business travel within the Asia-Pacific region, China has extended the maximum permitted stay for APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) holders in China from 60 days to 90 days, effective November 1, 2026. The ABTC provides significant advantages for business travelers from participating Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation economies. With the ABTC, cardholders can travel freely between member countries without the need to obtain individual business visas for each trip, which greatly reduces the time, cost and administrative burden associated with frequent cross-border travel. Additionally, they benefit from expedited immigration processing, including access to special lanes at airports, although the level of convenience and border clearance infrastructure may differ depending on the country. The card is typically valid for five years, minimizing the need for frequent visa renewals. Furthermore, business travelers are vetted and pre-approved before the card is issued, ensuring smoother entry procedures upon arrival.
Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune will probably destroy each other after the sun runs out of fuel, new simulations hint
The outer solar system will descend into chaos just a few billion years after the sun exhausts its fuel — much sooner than scientists previously thought, a new study suggests.
Bucyrus business owner pleads guilty to role in obtaining nearly $900,000 in pandemic funds
BUCYRUS – A 56-year-old man has pleaded guilty in federal court to devising a scheme to obtain pandemic government stimulus funds meant to assist small businesses, which he instead used for his personal benefit, according to a press release issued Friday by the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio. Jeffrey Skinner, […]
BTSC Monday Night Football thread: Cowboys at Eagles
Enjoy the NFL’s Week 7 finale here at Behind the Steel Curtain.
Chicago sports owners split on political giving
Half of the biggest owners give to Republicans and half give to Democrats.
Minnesota Carlson Moments: Why Mental Health Matters in College
A senior shares how she overcame stress and doubt as a transfer student
What to expect from BrightSpring Health Services’s (BTSG) Q3 earnings
Healthcare services provider BrightSpring Health Services (NASDAQ:BTSG) will be announcing earnings results this Friday before the bell. Here’s what to expect.
Number of UK businesses in financial distress ‘at two-decade high’
Administrator BTG says 738,144 firms struggling as calls grow for more support for private sector in budget
The science of fear: Why some love to be scared, while others hate it
Do you enjoy the thrill of scary movies, haunted houses, and Halloween decorations that jump out at you? Why do some people love to be scared and others simply hate it? Experts say part of the answer begins deep in our brain.
FIFA politics around Infantino re-election push Japanese official to resign
Two-time World Cup coach Takeshi Okada has resigned as Japanese soccer federation vice president in protest at the politics around FIFA during Gianni Infantino’s campaign to be re-elected.
Rutgers Football vs Michigan Halloween Game Week Preview
Rutgers to face Michigan without Lonergan, Duff doubtful to play.
RFK Jr. announces latest plans to update infant formula standards
HHS said 30 required nutrients will be examined as part of the first review of infant formula’s ingredients and nutrition in nearly three decades.
A shorter road to a bachelor's degree
Kayla Milius wants a college degree, but isn’t looking forward to spending years paying off the student loan debt she will accumulate. So, when Milius learned that Upper Iowa University in Fayette was offering a bachelor’s degree in business administration that requires three years of studying instead of the traditional four, she was intrigued. However,…
The Fastest Business Funding Came With a Catch These Entrepreneurs Couldn’t Outrun
A new report explores how the owners of a small business in California learned the perils of MCA debt the hard way.
Bucyrus business owner pleads guilty to role in obtaining nearly $900,000 in pandemic funds
BUCYRUS – A 56-year-old man has pleaded guilty in federal court to devising a scheme to obtain pandemic government stimulus funds meant to assist small businesses, which he instead used for his personal benefit, according to a press release issued Friday by the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio. Jeffrey Skinner, […]
BBB warns that scams like Mobile’s $14.7 million loss are pervasive
BBB of Central and South Alabama says a local business nearly lost six figures in a similar attack.
Meghan Markle’s dad’s personal devices probed for illegal content
Electronic devices belonging to Meghan Markle’s embattled father are being examined by authorities investigating Thomas Markle Sr. for possessing child exploitation material. Police in the Philippines have obtained a warrant
24 Subtle Signs Your Mental Health Might Be "Starting To Slip"
"I notice and fixate on these things. It doesn't lead to anything good."
Erika Hilton, One of Brazil's First Trans Legislators, Celebrates Lula's Presidential Victory
Hilton celebrated alongside Lula following his re-election win, a victory for LGBTQ+ Brazilians.
Science Spooktacular brings free STEM fun to families
Science Spooktacular offers free STEM activities, hands-on learning and Halloween fun at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds in Goshen.
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:
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Scaring Up Customers for Halloween Streaming
(Welcome to the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a newsletter on the entertainment industry and business strategy. I write a weekly Streaming Ratings Report and a bi-weekly strategy column, along with occasional deep dives into other topics, like today’s article. Please subscribe.) Way back in 2022, I did a deep dive into each streamer’s horror offerings, looking at the top horror film and TV shows, and which streamers had the best library titles and best Halloween landing pages. If you’d like to check out those articles... Way back in 2022, I ranked all the streamers’ Halloween landing pages. I updated my thoughts in 2023... ...and 2024. After taking last year off, I’m back at it again this year. My theory—then and now—is that Halloween landing pages provide a subtle but surprisingly valuable insight into how the streamers position themselves, and what they do well and what they don’t. They show who relies on libraries, whose libraries across TV and film have the most value, who understands how customers want to access those libraries, and, being blunt, which product teams actually put the time in to make a quality holiday user experience. Plus, three “horror” TV shows had big debuts this month! So today, I’ll answer the questions... What are the all-time biggest horror shows and films on streaming? What streamer has the best library? What streamer has the best landing page? And what does this say about the streaming wars today? But first, let’s look at three big new horror shows on streaming... Subscribe Horror TV Has Dominated October So Far In a fun twist this month, three different streamers released three different horror TV shows. Many scary stories come out every October, but the twist is that all three did well: Two of the shows got over 20 million hours, which is just good. You can see that Below is helping Netflix start October/Q4 off well: And that Carrie is a top seven show for Amazon through two weeks: But here’s the crazier note: even though it doesn’t look huge, Crystal Lake is Peacock’s biggest debut yet: Let’s discuss the streaming elephant in the room: two of these shows are based off classic horror IP: Jason and Carrie. So once again, IP works, in theaters and on streaming. It just does. Oddly enough, horror IP doesn’t draw a tenth of the ire that other IP does, even though, arguably, horror films are the original franchise films, starting in the 1930s and continuing on through the slasher film 80s. So horror TV shows are off to a great start. While I’ve written before that horror films do NOT over-perform on streaming, TV shows are a different story. The Top Horror Films and TV Shows on Streaming All Time To start, here are the top first seasons for all streaming TV shows since 2020 (the start of the Streaming Ratings Era): First take: yep, that’s some power laws at work right there. The biggest TV show hits aren’t just bigger than other hit shows, they’re orders of magnitude bigger. Wednesday dwarfs The Last of Us (a big hit!) and is ten times bigger than the next six most popular horror shows. Wow! So yes, horror or horror-adjacent shows can do as well as the top shows on streaming. Wednesday is proof of this. (Though, even Wednesday is more horror-adjacent than proper horror.) Also, note that Below, Carrie and _Crystal Lake_could/should keep moving up the charts. That said, there is some weakness in these numbers. Only eighteen horror first seasons made the charts, which is low. For context, 541 season ones have made the Nielsen originals charts since 2020. Eighteen out of 541 isn’t great! Plus, again, the IP issue. Wednesday and The Last of Us came from popular IP, and It: Welcome to Derry and Goosebumps are spinoffs. Next up, every horror show from season two on: The bad news here? Besides one iconic example, horror shows don’t last long i.e. generate very many seasons. While many straight-to-streaming horror shows were limited series, many weren’t and only four horror shows got to a second season or beyond. That’s a bad hit rate. And yeah, only one horror show made it to a fifth season! This genre is just not elite (on streaming). Okay, on to the top horror films all time (er, since 2020): 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… ...What streamers have the most horror films... ...And how FASTs have embraced horror films... ...How many elite horror films are on linear TV or aren’t on TV at all… ...How streamers make it very, very hard to find horror films… …And a lot more... ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support. If you’d like to read more about why you should subscribe, please read this article about the Streaming Ratings Report, why it matters, why you need it, and why we cover streaming ratings best.
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