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IRS expands Tax Pro Account to allow payments on behalf of business clients
The IRS has expanded the Tax Pro Account to allow authorized tax professionals to make certain payments on behalf of business clients, building on a series of recent enhancements to the online service.
Brandon Aiyuk plans to meet with 49ers at team's business offices, not team facility
49ers tight end George Kittle was right, sort of.
Blue Tsunami: Texas Turns Blue as Democrats Sweep the Nation
Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics
Russell Brand’s predatory nature an open secret in entertainment industry
Bosses at BBC and Channel 4, where the comedian’s celebrity was built, are facing awkward questions about anything they may have known about his behaviour
Trump names Stephen Miller as new chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles
Miller, who moves into the new role on Monday, has been a close political ally of Trump's.
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.
Every Brand Selling Sports Cars in the U.S. in 2027
From Aston Martin to Toyota, this is every performance two-door car for sale in the United States.
This gen’s top 10 PlayStation Studios games
As we near the six-year anniversary of the PS5, we thought we’d dive into our estimates for the top-grossing PlayStation Studios games since the start of the gen. Together, the 10 games we’re covering today have generated over $6.5 billion across PlayStation (84.7%), Steam (14.1%), and Xbox (1.2% via just Helldivers 2). Let’s have a look at the top 10. Spidey and Kratos sequels take the top two spots God of War Ragnarok takes the top spot with $1.4B in revenue via 21.6M copies – 20.1M on PlayStation (75.2% via PS5) and the rest on Steam. Around 27.5% of the copies sold on PlayStation were physical. It’s another PlayStation evergreen seller, too. This year, Ragnarok has already sold 1.1M copies, generating $60M (68% on PlayStation), outperforming new 2026 titles like Gears of War E-Day and Saros. Overall, our estimates show that Ragnarok has been accessed by 6.7M PlayStation Plus players (it was added to the Extra tier about two years ago). So it’s performed that well this year despite subscription cannibalisation. That’s the pull of God of War IP. And that Bautista series on Amazon is going to be massive - bigger than Fallout, I reckon. Next up is Spider-Man 2 with $1.3B across PS5 (over $1.2B) and Steam (nearly $70M). Spider-Man 2 has sold over 19.1M copies overall, so it should pass 20M early next year. Spider-Man 2 is an evergreen title that always spikes around the holidays (mostly concentrated around Christmas week): In December 2023, it sold 2.1M copies, up 20% from November 2023 (the month after release) In December 2024, Spider-Man 2 sold 460K copies (natural decay), up 60% from November 2024. Despite the Steam version launching in January 2025, it still sold more copies – and made more revenue – the month before. In December 2025, it sold 328K copies, up 30% from November 2025. This year’s December and Christmas will be somewhat limited by Spidey’s February 2026 addition to PS+ Extra, where 6.3M people accessed it for the first time. While subscription inclusions always cannibalise premium revenues to some extent, Spider-Man 2 did manage to sell 578K copies in August 2026 – the most its sold since Q1 2024, following hype from the Spider-Man Brand New Day movie. Want more free estimates and insights in your inbox twice a week? Subscribe below! Subscribe God of War Ragnarok and Spider-Man 2 continue to be huge evergreen tentpoles for Sony. Together, both titles have sold 3.4M this year (2.3M for Spidey and 1.1M for Ragnarok), generating a combined $172.9M ($115.8M for Spidey and $57.1M for Ragnarok). Again, some premium games would take a leaf out of Kratos’ book (not Spidey’s!) and would kill for these numbers in year 1. And we can see why Sony wants to take a leaf from Steam’s book, killing physical to get higher margins from catalogue sales, ensuring they get their cut, and having more control over supply and demand (and pricing for their first-party titles). Hot rods, hellpods, and horizons Gran Turismo 7 takes #3 this generation with $841.9M in revenue via 12.7M copies sold. For more info on GT7, you can check out our write-up from earlier this week. Around 1.1M people have already played GT7 this month, less than six days in. Next up – at #4 – is the first second-party game on this list. Helldivers 2 has generated $786.3M via 23M copies sold across Steam (66.1% of the copies), PS5 (25.7%), and the 1.5-year-later Xbox port (8.3%). And there are plenty of players very dedicated to the Super Earth cause, as over 4M folks have played Helldivers 2 for over 100 hours, while 462K played for over 500 hours. That dedication to democracy is pretty topical… Anyway, Helldivers 2 still attracts about 700K players per day (more if there’s a significant update), and its August addition to PlayStation Plus Extra has led to 1.6M new players overall. This year, Helldivers 2 has sold over 2.5M copies, generating $81.1M in revenue. It’s another evergreen hit for Sony, and draws in engagement numbers similar to Arc Raiders. The Helldivers 2 model, in my opinion, should be the way PlayStation approaches its live-service and second-party releases. Want more free estimates and insights in your inbox twice a week? Subscribe below! Subscribe Horizon Forbidden West rounds off the first half of the top 10, generating $485.8M. That said, PlayStation completely stifled Horizon Forbidden West’s revenue by adding it to PlayStation Plus way too early (one year after launch). You can see the revenue drop-off clearly in our platform: As you can see: Forbidden West was still a healthy catalogue earner right before it was added to PS+ Extra, making about $1.23M a week on PlayStation across late 2022 and into January 2023. After it was added to Extra_, Forbidden West_’s weekly revenue halved to around $610K, basically overnight. Excluding launch month, Horizon Forbidden West generated about $67.2M on PlayStation in the period before the PS Plus addition. In the same period after it joined the service, that fell to $28.1M, a 58% drop. So, PlayStation didn’t trade a little bit of premium revenue for subscriber value here. It gave up well over half of it, and it cut momentum instantly for one of its premier franchises. Could you imagine the kind of cannibalisation if it launched day in date on Extra? Want more free estimates and insights in your inbox twice a week? Subscribe below! Subscribe And the cannibalisation wasn’t a temporary blip that bounced back once the game left the service in September 2024. By then, 19 months on PS Plus had already hoovered up most of the install base that would have bought it, so there was barely a premium audience left to monetise. PlayStation even added it back to PS Plus on October 21 this year, and sure enough, weekly revenue dropped again (by around a third); though, the numbers are small now that Forbidden West is nearly four years old. Worth the trade-off. The usual suspects, platformers, and an Asia-driven second-party hit As for the rest of the list: Ghost of Yotei has now generated $410.1M via 5.5M copies on PS5. Yotei popped off a bit a few weeks ago due to a content update, which we covered here. The Last of Part Us I, a remake that we covered here, has generated $341.3M in revenue (67.2% via PlayStation) via 6.4M copies. It was also added to PS+ Extra about two years after launch, where 7.8M people accessed it for the first time. Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart has made $334.9M (93.6% via PlayStation 5). It’s now passed 5M copies sold overall. It’s sold 250K copies this year, generating $13.5M in revenue. Time for another Ratchet? Stellar Blade has generated $316.9M via PS5 (59.7%) and Steam (40.3%). However, the share of Stellar Blade’s 5.4M copies sold is far closer (50.4% on PlayStation, 49.6% on Steam) – despite the Steam version releasing a year later. China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong account for 48% of Steam copies and 35% of PlayStation copies (about 41% overall). These markets are regionally priced lower than others, hence the difference. Astro Bot rounds out the top 10 with $292.6M in revenue via over 4.7M copies sold. We covered Astro’s recent performance here, covering how Astro Bot is another evergreen seller and has been a hit with families. Want more free estimates and insights in your inbox twice a week? Subscribe below! Subscribe Even these bottom five games have generated a combined $281.7M this year in catalogue sales. PlayStation wants those numbers to be bigger in the coming years, which is one of the reasons it’s killing the disc (alongside the better margins it and publishers get through digital). No more used discs means more D2C revenue for PlayStation. On that note, we recently chatted to the New York Times again about PlayStation’s digital future, so keep your eyes peeled for that! The last word Reply to this email – or reach out here – if you have any feedback for the newsletter – or want to request a game for us to cover. Want to see why these companies (and many others) are subscribed to Alinea? Get a free platform trial! [Alinea Analytics boasts the most accurate PC and console estimates in the business. Game makers use our platform to understand their audience, keep an eye on the competition, monitor sales trends, and spot new opportunities. We equip game studios and financial institutions with accurate data and the confidence to make smarter, data-driven decisions. Want to talk about all things games market data? We’d love to chat!]
Could the US midterms put a pin in the AI bubble?
Fears of more AI regulation appear to have sparked fear among investors, but concerns about the industry have been growing for some time.
Television Q&A: Why do dogs get barking mad at 'The Traitors...
Dog owners say a high-pitched sound on “The Traitors” sends pets barking and howling, a complaint seen online for years. This TV Q&A also checks on “The Diploma...
ELC’s New Platform Advances Skin Science & Longevity
‘Mastering Skin Longevity’ serves as a shared scientific foundation that ELC brands can apply through their areas of expertise.
Rocky Turns 50. Its Biggest Business Lesson Has Nothing to Do With Boxing
The 50-year success of Rocky offers founders valuable lessons in building an enduring brand, protecting IP, and creating a lasting business.
Biodiversity loss is a growing business risk for outdoor brands
Biodiversity loss is a growing business risk for outdoor brands, says Bettina Faust of the Global Nature Fund.
Somalia's Supreme court rejects President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's term extension
The country's first one person, one vote elections in many years are due next year - a timetable now in doubt.
Brandon Aiyuk’s 49ers Comeback Takes Unexpected New Turn
Brandon Aiyuk finally appeared ready to end his standoff with the San Francisco 49ers this week — but him returning might not be that easy. The former All-Pro wide receiver filed for reinstatement from the reserve/left squad list on Wednesday and plans to report to the 49ers’ facility on Friday afternoon, agent Drew Rosenhaus told […] The post Brandon Aiyuk’s 49ers Comeback Takes Unexpected New Turn appeared first on HEAVY.
Singapore Airlines reveals stunning new first and business class
Were were among the first to see Singapore Airlines' brand-new first class and business class seats along with a slew of fancy new passenger amenities.
Russell Brand being remanded ‘surprised’ entertainment reporter
Judge Joel Bennathan said Brand would receive a prison term when he is sentenced Monday. He was taken into custody.
Brandon Aiyuk’s agent confirms plan for return to 49ers facility
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk is set to return to the team’s facility on Friday after spending more than a year away from the organization. His new agent, Drew Rosenhaus , confirmed to ESPN’s Adam Schefter in a message Thursday that he and Aiyuk plan to report at 3 p.m. to discuss the 28-year-old’s situation with the franchise. […] The post Brandon Aiyuk’s agent confirms plan for return to 49ers facility appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Chamber honors business and community leaders at annual awards banquet
Photo by Tom Rivers LYNDONVILLE – The Orleans County Chamber of Commerce held its 28th annual awards dinner this evening at the White Birch Golf Course. About 80 people attended the event. Pictured from left, front row: Erin Hackenberg, owner of EH Collectives, New Business of the Year; Brandon Johnson, owner of Dance Theater Premier […]
White House denies Hegseth, Rubio will leave jobs amid Republican election fallout
The Trump administration has downplayed reports the pair could be on their way out after heavy Republicans election losses.
Nithya Raman wins Los Angeles mayor over incumbent Karen Bass
The results mean America's two most populous cities - New York and Los Angeles - will be led by democratic socialists.
Nyberg: What to know when starting a small business
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Small business owners looking to build a brand are about to get some help. Laura Ward of Brand Clarity Intensive sat down with Ann Nyberg to discuss what people shou…
Steve Madden Bets on Its Men's Business and Celebrates Brand Origins
Steve Madden’s men’s business is growing, with e-commerce demand up 41 percent year-over-year as its fall 2026 campaign spotlights the category.
Brandsegg-Nygard’s Summer Goal Was Just Making the Red Wings
Michael Brandsegg-Nygard asked only to make the Red Wings this fall. He has blown past it. #RedWings
Club West Brewing changes owners with plans for extensive South End brewery rebuild
Rebranded Sycamore Brewery gets out-of-state owner with plans to “start again.”
Wendy's RPG WendyQuest Offers Real Food Rewards for Beating Boss Fights
Wendy’s has gone full Wendy’s, releasing a 15-hour RPG based on the fast-food chain’s branding.
How Nicole Bernard Dawes built soda brand Nixie after Late July
Nicole Bernard Dawes watched her father build Cape Cod Potato Chips as a child. She went on to start Late July snacks and then sugar-free soda Nixie.
Woodruff Returning to Brewers in 2027 Makes Perfect Sense
After a resilient World Series return, Brandon Woodruff offers the Milwaukee Brewers invaluable continuity and leadership. Re-signing him provides a low-risk rotation anchor.
Russell Brand found guilty in UK rape, sexual assault trial
Russell Brand arrives at Southwark Crown Court on Nov. 5, 2026, in London, England. (Alishia Abodunde/Getty Images)
Brand conviction shines light on entertainment industry's culture of silence
By Sam Tobin and Michael Holden LONDON, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Russell Brand's conviction for sex crimes has renewed scrutiny of how Britain's entertainment industry has treated high-profile performers
Brand Conviction Shines Light on Entertainment Industry's Culture of Silence
By Sam Tobin and Michael Holden LONDON, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Russell Brand's conviction for sex crimes has renewed scrutiny of how Britain's entertainment industry has treated high-profile performers accused of abusing their power, with some women saying they feared speaking out could damage their ...
Exclusive | General Mills Considers Sale of Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream Outside North America
Planning is at an early stage and General Mills, best known for such brands as Cheerios and Lucky Charms, could ultimately retain the business, according to people familiar with the matter.
L’Oréal’s evolving microdrama strategy puts entertainment over product
A Halloween effort for the marketer’s Urban Decay brand was produced, developed and distributed with ReelShort, a leading platform in the space.
Russell Brand verdict: British actor convicted of rape, sexual assault
Russell Brand was convicted of rape and sexual assault charges in a London courtroom on Thursday, years after a damning investigation by British media.
Hailey Bieber’s Rhode Pledges $5 Million to Women’s Health Research as She Discusses Her PMDD Diagnosis
Hailey Bieber is drawing on her experience with premenstrual dysphoric disorder, or PMDD, as Rhode makes its biggest philanthropic commitment yet. The beauty brand has ... Read More
Russell Brand convicted of rape and sexual assault
The allegations date back more than 20 years
Mark Wilson joins Monarch Wealth Advisors
Monarch Wealth Advisors, a fee-only fiduciary wealth management firm, has hired longtime Arkansas community banker Mark Wilson as Senior Vice President and Business Development Officer to lead its partnerships with...
Mark Wilson joins Monarch Wealth Advisors
Monarch Wealth Advisors, a fee-only fiduciary wealth management firm, has hired longtime Arkansas community banker Mark Wilson as Senior Vice President and Business Development Officer to lead its partnerships with...
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Skyrockets Sony Pictures Entertainment's Quarterly Profit, Revenue
Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the top-grossing theatrical release in 2026, helped Sony Pictures Entertainment hit a fiscal grandslam in the second quarter ended Sept. 30. The fourth installment starring Tom Holland in the title role along with Zendaya as his female interest, skyrocketed Sony’s theatrical revenue almost 1,020% to $1.276 billion from $114 million in … Continue reading "‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Skyrockets Sony Pictures Entertainment’s Quarterly Profit, Revenue"
Regent raises the curtain on Seven Seas Prestige’s entertainment
Featuring six original productions and Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ most expansive live music offering yet, the brand's new ship debuts next month.
Russell Brand convicted of rape and sexual assault
The allegations date back more than 20 years
Russell Brand has been convicted of rape and sexual assault
Russell Brand has been convicted of rape and sexual assault charges on allegations dating back more than 20 years | NewsRadio 1080 KRLD
Russell Brand has been convicted of rape and sexual assault
Russell Brand has been convicted of rape and sexual assault charges on allegations dating back more than 20 years | 1010 WINS
Russell Brand has been convicted of rape and sexual assault
Russell Brand has been convicted of rape and sexual assault charges on allegations dating back more than 20 years | KYW Newsradio
London jury convicts Russell Brand of rape and sexual assault
London jury convicts Russell Brand of rape and sexual assault.
Why Youth Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Advice
Hannah Simon — a child and adolescent psychiatrist and the medical director of the Brandt Behavioral Health Treatment Center and Retreat at Rutgers, which provides evidence-based behavioral health care and outpatient services to New Jersey youth and young adults — discusses the increased use of chatbots for mental health advice and best practices for using it as an educational tool.
Sen. Gillibrand says Democrats must end Iran war, hold Trump accountable. But how?
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand spoke with Morning Edition about Democrats' priorities, from lowering costs to ending the Iran war. But questions remain about how they'll deliver.
In brief: 'A Proud Family Wizmas' trailer and more
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IGN Entertainment promotes Alex Simmons to lead editorial across its portfolio, with Wesley Yin-Poole overseeing IGN
Company veteran will oversee the firm’s range of editorial brands, including GamesIndustry.biz, while Yin-Poole runs day-to-day editorial on IGN.com
Good luck trying to rebrand data centers
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PRDots Launches in Dubai, Bringing Earned Media, Digital PR, AI Visibility and Link Building Services to Businesses Across the UAE
Dubai-based PR and digital communications agency aims to help startups, growing businesses and established brands strengthen their media presence,...
Brandt Clarke’s ‘fortunate’ message amid potential breakout season
The Los Angeles Kings have struggled early in the 2026-27 NHL season . They began the year winless, and did pick up some big wins after breaking that first losing streak. On Wednesday, they did pull out a big win over the San Jose Sharks as well. However, they are near the bottom of the Pacific Division at this time. One major bright spot for this […] The post Brandt Clarke’s ‘fortunate’ message amid potential breakout season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Biz Buzz: New owners rebrand Platteville pet food, grooming business; Peosta healthcare service plans expansion; gaming store opens location in Dubuque
Biz Buzz shares business tidbits from the tri-state area. This edition highlights businesses in Platteville, Wis.; Peosta, Iowa; and Dubuque.
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Spins Up Massive Numbers for Sony's September Quarter Earnings
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" delivered a major boost to Sony's September quarterly earnings.
Siemens Healthineers starts carve-out of diagnostics business
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Government CEO defends response to healthcare report
Paul Wylie said the future of health funding is one of his "most significant priorities" following criticism
Celsius creates new business structure to accelerate energy drink growth
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Democrats won on affordability. Can they deliver it?
Democrats will hold Congress but President Donald Trump still has the power to block their plans.
Vance walks Trump tightrope with scathing election critique blaming Iran war
The vice-president's blunt assessment of Republican election defeat marked one of the sharpest breaks with a sitting president in recent memory.
“90210” star Jason Priestley reveals whether he’s Team Dylan or Team Brandon in the Kelly love triangle
Priestley played good guy Brandon Walsh for more than eight seasons.
What 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan said most recently about Brandon Aiyuk
The San Francisco 49ers are currently preparing for their upcoming matchup on Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders. The team has gotten off to a great start this year despite playing without Brandon Aiyuk , who has been away from the team but reportedly may show up to practice on Friday, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Now, 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan […] The post What 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan said most recently about Brandon Aiyuk appeared first on ClutchPoints.
'Hopefully things get done': Americans react to historic political shift
The BBC spoke to voters from different states for their reaction to Democrats taking control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives.
Brandywine student lands a spot at Jefferson Health’s Volunteer Medical Program
This past summer, third-year biology student Aaliyna Patel took an important step toward her future career in medicine through a volunteer internship with Jefferson Health’s Abington Hospital.
Brandon Aiyuk’s NFL Reinstatement Bid Could Force 49ers’ Hand
San Francisco may soon have to decide the receiver’s future.
Hockey’s Russia crisis deepens as major sponsors threaten to pull out of 2027 men’s World Championship
Car manufacturer Škoda and workwear brand Strauss have expressed opposition to Russian involvement at next year's World Championship.
Caitlin Clark announces historic brand partnership deal
Caitlin Clark has made history multiple times on and off the court during her WNBA career, and she did so again on Wednesday with the announcement of her latest brand deal. Clark is teaming up with DICK’S Sporting Goods on a new, multi-year partnership. which also includes Foot Locker. The Indiana Fever star is the…
Abdul El-Sayed, Melat Kiros, Adrian Boafo: The politicians with African roots making history in the US midterms
For some young Africans, these victories offer a glimpse of what a new generation of voters could do at home.
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Remains Atop Weekly U.K. Home Entertainment Sales Chart
Sony’s Spider-Man: Brand New Day remained atop of the Official Film Chart, the weekly U.K. home entertainment sales chart through Nov. 4, in its fourth week in the Top 10. Warner’s sci-fi thriller The End of Oak Street, starring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor, leapfrogged 10 spots to No. 2 in its seventh week, followed … Continue reading "‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Remains Atop Weekly U.K. Home Entertainment Sales Chart"
Brandon Aiyuk reporting to 49ers
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk has submitted paperwork to be reinstated, his agent Drew Rosenhaus said.
Time to focus on cost of living, says PM after US election results
Andy Burnham says prices won't come down until the US's conflict with Iran is resolved.
Elon Musk's millions fail to deliver Texas for the Republicans
The billionaire's political action committee (Pac) contributed $47m (£35m) to Ken Paxton's campaign.
Major Changes to Hemp Regulation Are Taking Effect: Is Your Business Ready?
The hemp industry is preparing for significant federal restrictions that will change which hemp-derived products can legally remain on the market, with key provisions taking effect in November and December. At the same time, states continue to take different approaches to intoxicating hemp products, creating added complexity for manufacturers, retailers and consumer brands.
49ers Get Strong Message After Brandon Aiyuk Hires Drew Rosenhaus
After being away from the news cycle for a few months, San Francisco 49ers wideout Brandon Aiyuk is back after he hired Drew Rosenhaus to represent him. As a result, Aiyuk looks ready to return to playing football, but will that be with the Niners?Aiyuk will need to apply for reinstatement, given that he’s on […] The post 49ers Get Strong Message After Brandon Aiyuk Hires Drew Rosenhaus appeared first on HEAVY.
Progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan race for Senate
El-Sayed bested Republican Mike Rogers to become the first Muslim senator in US history.
Bioiberica makes Fi Europe debut by showcasing science-backed branded ingredients for next-generation functional foods and beverages
Bioiberica, Booth 51C69, Food Ingredients Europe (Fi Europe), Messe Frankfurt, November 17-19, 2026
Ex-UK political aide Steve Hilton loses bid for California governor
Hilton, who was endorsed by President Trump, faced an uphill battle as a Republican in the widely liberal state.
Charity donates mental health packs to primary schools
Amy Watson is offering support through a charity she set up after the death of her partner Joe Phipps.
Flats plan for aparthotel in Reading after business changes
City Wall House's apartments are used less following the pandemic, the building's owner says.
Democrats eye sweeping gains and reshaping of political map
Two Senate races that a year ago were thought to be battlegrounds turned out to be slam-dunks for the Democrats.
How sporting events are being impacted by Middle East conflict
BBC Sport takes a look at how the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has affected sporting events in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain and the wider area.
Jury begins deliberating at Russell Brand's rape and sexual assault trial
Jurors have started deliberating in Russell Brand's trial on charges of rape and sexual assault. After three weeks of evidence, the judge at London’s Southwark Crown Court instructed the jury
Study: How Live Entertainment Turns Attention into Action
The international study The Live Effect 2026 reveals why live entertainment continues to deliver unmatched engagement, brand impact and commercial value. Four of the world’s largest live entertainment markets were examined.
TreImage Partners with Haaseline Entertainment
Collaboration strengthens brand licensing initiatives, accelerates retail expansion and creates new commercial opportunities for TreImage.
Rubio urges Venezuela to release remaining political prisoners
The US secretary of state also discusses laying the groundwork for 'free, fair, and credible elections'.
Doughnuts, coffee, books, ice cream & more: KC-area business updates for October
From the buzzy opening of a luxury leather brand’s coffee shop to a longtime pizza shop closing, here is what opened and closed last month.
Which stars have made the leap into US politics? Try our midterms quiz
It's been a dramatic campaign - but how much have you picked up along the way? Take our quiz.
Minnesota Midterm Elections 2026: Key Races, Candidates and Past Results
Learn more about the 2026 Minnesota midterm elections. Track key races, meet this year’s candidates and see past election results.
Wisconsin Midterm Elections 2026: Key Races, Candidates and Past Results
Learn more about the 2026 Wisconsin midterm elections. Track key races, meet this year’s candidates and see past election results.
Ohio Midterm Elections 2026: Key Races, Candidates and Past Results
Learn more about the 2026 Ohio midterm elections. Track key races, meet this year’s candidates and see past election results.
Michigan Midterm Elections 2026: Key Races, Candidates and Past Results
Learn more about the 2026 Michigan midterm elections. Track key races, meet this year’s candidates and see past election results.
Florida Midterm Elections 2026: Key Races, Candidates and Past Results
Learn more about the 2026 Florida midterm elections. Track key races, meet this year’s candidates and see past election results.
Texas Midterm Elections 2026: Key Races, Candidates and Past Results
Learn more about the 2026 Texas midterm elections. Track key races, meet this year’s candidates and see past election results.
Why probiotic strain specificity matters for brain health
Not all probiotics deliver the same benefits. As research into the gut-brain axis advances, evidence on individual strains is helping supplement brands build more targeted, science-led approaches to mental wellbeing. Probi’s HEAL9 is a compelling example
Brandon McGinley: There's more to life than politics
Today is Election Day and you should vote if you haven’t already. But you should also do something in the real world not related to politics. Because...
Pivot Enters the Road Bike World with the Pravia, ‘A Race Bike for Humans’
The first road bike from the Arizona-based brand looks to bridge the gap between high-performance, aggressive road bikes and the more approachable geometry of a modern endurance bike.
What is the zeptoverse?
BBC science correspondent, Pallab Ghosh, takes us into the zeptoverse and explains how it could change our ideas of how the universe works.