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Matthew Stafford Did What No NFL Quarterback Ever Has
Matthew Stafford's 12 years in Detroit set up something no quarterback in NFL history had done. #Lions
*POSTPONED* Behind the Science with Paleontologist and Curator of Dinosauria Dr. Matthew Carrano
***Due to speaker illness, this event has been postponed. A new date will be announced in two weeks. If you registered for this program, please check your email for more information. We apologize for the inconvenience.*** Is the 21st Century the real Age of Dinosaurs? Today, more paleontologists are discovering more dinosaur fossils from more places in the world than ever before. Our understanding of these amazing creatures has leapt forward while their popularity has surged. Museums sit at the junction of these phenomena. The Smithsonian has been a center for dinosaur research for more than a century, and its collections include many iconic and scientifically important specimens. Today, Smithsonian researchers continue to discover new dinosaurs, but they are also uncovering more information about the ones we already know and love. New techniques and approaches allow them to investigate aspects of dinosaur biology, ecology, and evolution in ways that would have been inconceivable to early paleontologists. The result is an ever-improving understanding of dinosaurs as living, breathing, and thriving animals. This month, go behind the science with paleontologist Dr. Matthew Carrano, Curator of Dinosauria at the National Museum of Natural History as he discusses new discoveries at home and abroad, in the field and in the museum. Registration is encouraged. Space is filled on a first come first served basis. ---------------- About the Series: Behind the Science A monthly after-hours series featuring NMNH scientists and researchers Each month, join the National Museum of Natural History for the new series, Behind the Science, where NMNH researchers share insights into their latest discoveries and explore the fascinating questions driving their work—from the origins of life to the future of our planet. Come learn what’s happening behind the scenes and how science shapes our understanding of the natural world. Programs take place in Q?rius, the Coralyn W. Whitney Science Education Center. Topics and speakers announced on a rolling basis, but save the dates now!
Matthew Farwell trial testimony begins with focus on Sandra Birchmore's mental health
Christian Watson and Matthew Golden make Packers history vs. Bears
Christian Watson and Matthew Golden set a new franchise record in the win against Chicago and have the makings of a special wide receiver duo.
Theatre Cedar Rapids offers Halloween scares with ‘Exorcist’
Directed by UNI's Matthew Weedman, this isn't just a horror show — it's a powerful story about faith, doubt, and saving a child in crisis. See it now in the intimate Grandon Studio Theatre — if you dare.
Fourth straight 300-yard game for Matthew Stafford
Matthew Stafford topped 300 yards passing for the fourth straight week, throwing for 383 yards and 3 TDs versus Buffalo on Monday Night Football.
‘Boy Meets World’ star Matthew Lawrence has spinoff idea for Jack and Eric
‘Boy Meets World’ star Matthew Lawrence has a spinoff idea for his character, Jack, and Will Friedle’s Eric.
Matthew Lillard calls Neve Campbell a ‘remarkable final girl’ weeks after sharing regret over “Scream 7” return
Lillard recently said he feels ‘ashamed’ for returning to franchise after the firing of Melissa Barrera.
Beyond Buzzwords: How Sutter Leaders Create Healthcare’s Blueprint
By Matthew Murphy, Vitals contributor What does meaningful transformation look like inside a healthcare system, and what lessons can it offer the rest of the industry? In a series of recent podcast conversations, Sutter Health leaders shared how they’re tackling some of healthcare’s biggest challenges, turning new ideas into action and creating a blueprint for […]
Bills vs. Rams live updates, inactives, where to watch: DJ Moore inactive as Josh Allen, Matthew Stafford face off in potential Super Bowl LXI preview
Keri Russell recalls ‘having sex all the time’ with Matthew Rhys in disguises on set of ‘The Americans’
Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys became a couple while making ‘The Americans,’ and now Russell reveals that they were ‘having sex all the time’ in their costumes.
Injunction hearing set Tuesday in Health Plan suit against Atrium
An injunction hearing is scheduled Tuesday morning in the State Health Plan’s lawsuit against Atrium. Superior Court Judge Matthew Houston will hold the hearing in Sanford.
Matthew Golden surpasses 100-yard mark
Packers WR Matthew Golden caught six of his seven targets and posted another 100-yard game
Rob Lowe's son Matthew marries in wedding officiated by Gwyneth Paltrow
Rob Lowe's eldest son is now a married man!
Gwyneth Paltrow officiates star-studded wedding of Rob Lowe’s eldest son Matthew Lowe
Matthew and Emily Markus said “I do” in front of A-listers including Chris Pratt, Katy Perry, Zoe Saldaña, and more.
Gwyneth Paltrow officiates star-studded wedding of Rob Lowe’s son
Chad Lowe’s family made their first public appearance since the death of daughter Fiona to celebrate the wedding of Rob Lowe’s son, Matthew, and Emily Markus, which was officiated by Gwyneth Paltrow.
Kona Destroys You Like No Other Ironman. We’ve Got the Receipts to Prove It.
From muscle micro-tears and brain fog to gut distress, science explains why racing - or even watching - the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii leaves you utterly steamrolled for days.
Keri Russell explains why ‘it’s nice’ spending time apart from Matthew Rhys: ‘A gift’
Keri Russell explains why ‘it’s nice’ spending time apart from Matthew Rhys: ‘A gift’
Matthew Lawrence says Sally Field became ‘another mother’ to him while filming ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’
Matthew Lawrence says Sally Field became ‘another mother’ to him while filming ‘Mrs. Doubtfire,’ during which the cast ‘really became a family unit.’
Matthew Lillard recalls thinking post-“Scream” night shoot that movie was ‘lame’ and he’d become a TV star
Around this time, he filmed a pilot that never aired.
Matthew Lillard recalls thinking ‘Scream’ was ‘lame’ and he’d become a TV star
Matthew Lillard recalled a late-night shoot during the making of ‘Scream,’ during which he and his castmates were discussing their upcoming TV roles.
Tauren Wells calls for Christian unity at 2026 Dove Awards: ‘They will know us by our love’
On the red carpet of the 57th annual Dove Awards in Nashville, Tennessee, Christian artists including Tauren Wells, Matthew West and Mr TalkBox emphasized unity, bold faith and using Christian music
Matthew Stafford evaluates his performance in Rams' first 4 games
Matthew Stafford admitted there's "definitely room for improvement" in his play through the Rams' first 4 games.
Matthew Stafford Delivers Strong Message to Bills QB Josh Allen
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford delivered a message to Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen ahead of their meeting this week. The post Matthew Stafford Delivers Strong Message to Bills QB Josh Allen appeared first on HEAVY.
Scientists create new statewide surface geologic map of Nebraska
A new academic paper by Paul Hanson and Matthew Joeckel of the Conservation and Survey Division in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's School of Natural Resources contains a brief phrase—"new linework"—that ...
Matthew Lillard explains why he ‘resented’ the “Scooby-Doo” movies ‘for a long time’
The “Scream” star is now “so grateful” for the “humbling” that the films inspired in him.
“Boy Meets World” star Will Friedle reveals he was recently hospitalized after waking up ‘badly peeing blood’
The 50-year-old actor was recognized by a nurse, who teased him with Eric Matthews’ famous “Feeny Call.”
XBOX Unveils New Movies, TV, Live Entertainment Unit – CSO Matthew Ball Says It Aims To Be ‘Number One Entertainment Company In The World’
XP will combine activities into four businesses: XBOX Pictures, XBOX Products, XBOX Places and XBOX Partnerships.
Stafford, Allen lead Week 5 fantasy football quarterback rankings
Matthew Stafford and Josh Allen lead UPI senior sports writer Alex Butler's Top-20 fantasy football quarterback rankings for Week 5 of 2026.
Student baking business exists for more than sugar
Caption: Baker Robert Smith, Badalamenti, and volunteer Samara Williams. The Collegian | Matthew Tolbert For senior Abriana Badalamenti, a lifelong care for people with special needs has blossomed into a baking business. Special Creations, a business in Career Services’ Kehoe entrepreneurship fellowship, provides baked goods for Penny’s coffee shop in Kirn Residence. Badalamenti bakes in...
Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson celebrate bromance with new drink
Matthew McConaughey is taking his bromance with Woody Harrelson to the bar and raising a glass to it.
Rams' Matthew Stafford Continues to Fall in QB Rankings
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has been dropping in the latest quarterback rankings.
Syracuse Football Alum Draws High Praise in NFL Circles
Matthew Bergeron is currently a big part of why the Atlanta Falcons are 2-2.
Former Penguins Executive Says They Nearly Drafted Matthew Knies
As the Pittsburgh Penguins were preparing to be called to make the 58th overall selection in the 2021 NHL Draft, they were getting ready to call out a name that would quickly make an impact in the NHL: Matthew Knies. The only problem was, one pick before the Penguins were on the clock, the Toronto […] The post Former Penguins Executive Says They Nearly Drafted Matthew Knies appeared first on HEAVY.
Matthew Lillard says Hollywood doesn’t ‘understand’ him: ‘I still fight for jobs now.’
The “Scream” star talks about living with Paul Rudd early in his career.
Matthew Lillard says Hollywood doesn’t ‘understand’ him: ‘I still fight for jobs now.’
At 56, Matthew Lillard says he’s no longer as competitive as he once was about jobs, but he laments, “Nobody ever equates me with greatness.”
Arkansas Advocate on Ozarks at Large: Maternal health, Kentucky's governor and political debates
Arkansas Advocate Editor-in-Chief Andrew DeMillo joined Ozarks at Large Senior Producer Matthew Moore on KUAF this week to discuss recent grants for maternal health, Kentucky's governor rallying Democrats and the history of political debates.
Arkansas Advocate on Ozarks at Large: Maternal health, Kentucky's governor and political debates
Arkansas Advocate Editor-in-Chief Andrew DeMillo joined Ozarks at Large Senior Producer Matthew Moore on KUAF this week to discuss recent grants for maternal health, Kentucky's governor rallying Democrats and the history of political debates.
“Boy Meets World” star Matthew Lawrence recalls ‘dysfunction’ on “Girl Meets World ”set: ‘It was very weird’
Lawrence spoke to EW about reprising the role of Jack on a 2015 episode of the Disney Channel spinoff.
‘Boy Meets World’ star Matthew Lawrence recalls ‘dysfunction’ on ‘Girl Meets World’
‘Boy Meets World’ star Matthew Lawrence spoke to EW about the ‘dysfunction’ on the ‘Girl Meets World’ set, and his ‘strange’ experience guest-starring on the spinoff.
Why I Don’t Think Ride Or Die Should Have Been Cancelled (And What Company Should Save It...)
(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.) So…I recently came across a Reddit thread, talking about films on streaming, wondering why there are no reliable sources out there for streaming ratings data. Sigh. Honestly, as annoyed as I am that so many still don’t realize that we have streaming ratings, I somewhat get it. Until now, there was such a long delay between when a show or film came to streaming and when we got its viewership data; I understand why people were confused. (But, as you know, this just changed.) Also, even back in the day, how many people knew how well films did on television? Luckily, as a reader, you’re in the know. Okay, on to this week’s issue. I want to take a look at Prime Video cancelling Ride or Die and whether I agree with that decision. Overall, we didn’t have any breakout hits (no TV shows landed over 20 million hours according to Nielsen) but we have a lot of steady performers on the streaming charts. Plus, we’ll look at where $50 million in missing box office dollars went. (Spoiler: straight-to-streaming.) All that, plus new episodes of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Supergirl heads to streaming, a new YA show does well on Netflix, the viewership for the Daily Wire’s $50 million fantasy show, what TV show hit-maker can’t make streaming hits, CD sales, all the flops, bombs and misses, and a whole lot more. 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 weeks of September 7th to September 13th, 2026. You can find a link to my terminology here.) Subscribe Television - Ride or Die Is a Hit…But It Got Cancelled? What The Data “Says” I hate the phrase “here’s what the data says”, even though sometimes I find myself using it. If data just told us everything, we data folks would be out of a job! Data is often messy, complicated and nuanced. When it comes to strategy, many of the best decisions can’t actually use “data”, since it’s vastly too complicated to model. Anyways, I’ve been singing the praises of Prime Video’s Ride Or Die this summer, a show that did very well for them. And yet…it got cancelled. Now, usually when a show gets cancelled, a bunch of websites say “a hit show got cancelled”... Here’s the thing, though: in this case, they’re right! The data “says” that this show was a hit. Specifically, out of 522 first seasons to make a week on the Nielsen charts since 2020, it’s the 75th biggest. On Amazon, Ride or Die is eighth out of 41 first seasons: That’s top 15th percentile all time, almost exactly, which is my definition of a “hit”! I mean, outside of Reacher, Amazon needed a hit this summer! (Admittedly, Off Campus did well for Amazon in the spring, but Ride or Die performed even better.) So what happened? Why did Amazon cancel one of their rare 2026 bright spots? Well, Deadline reported a reason—which I’ll get to—but I’d break it down into three relevant questions: What is a given streamer’s reasoning? Is that reasoning sound? Could the stated reason not be the real reason? According to Deadline, Amazon felt the show “over-indexed” in middle-aged women. (This was based on leaks from within Amazon.) The logic is this: Amazon already reaches this demographic because of unlimited two-day shipping bundled with Prime, so they don’t really need more shows like this. Now, it’s my job to ask if that’s a good reason, and I’ll be honest, in this case, I don’t think it is. Sure, this show may “over-index” in middle-aged women—I’ll just assume that’s the case here—but I think folks often oversell how important over-indexing actually is. When a show is a “hit”, it isn’t a bit bigger than its rivals; it’s usually multiples bigger. For example, Elle only made the charts for two weeks at 8.3 million hours each. So Ride or Die was 80% bigger in its first two weeks, and likely had a much stronger hold, with its terrific 13 million hours in week three. Ride or Die was nearly three times bigger than Sterling Point through three weeks too. And that means that _Elle, Sterling Point a_nd other Amazon YA shows need to not just over-index a little with younger women (assuming that’s who Amazon prefers over middle-aged women), but massively over-index. Otherwise, more people in that demo (and a bunch more besides) likely watched Ride or Die. (I’ll try to explore this concept more in a future article.) And don’t get me started on how Ride or Die did compared to a certain (very, very popular, possibly the world’s most popular) YouTuber’s reality show…which didn’t make the charts after its first week and likely cost much, much more than Ride or Die. All to say, Amazon-MGM Studios/Prime Video can tell reporters that this show didn’t reach the right audience, but that excuse feels weak to me. So this leads to the third question: could other reasons have come into play? Yes! Renewal or cancellation decisions rarely (I’m tempted to say “never”) boil down to one variable. At its simplest, it’s two things: budget versus viewership. But often factors like critical acclaim, ownership and, yes, personal opinion come into play. In this case, Amazon has a new executive running things, and this show isn’t owned by Amazon-MGM Studios (unlike Elle). And yes, it may not have indexed with the right target viewers, too. Likely all of those factors came into play.1 My guess is ownership ended up mattering most. Amazon doesn’t own Ride or Die. It’s actually produced by another major studio. Fortunately/allegedly, this show is being shopped around. I can think of one brand new CEO who should consider it for one of his two major streamers…especially if he wants to rebuild goodwill in Hollywood. His name is on this list of exec producers of Ride or Die… If David Ellison needs some goodwill—and he does—rescue this female-led show tomorrow and grab some good headlines for a day. The data justifies it. Quick Notes on TV 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… How The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives latest season did on Hulu, post-controversy... Whether Supergirl soared on HBO Max... Why the box office is losing money due to the streamers... The viewership for the Daily Wire’s $50 million fantasy show... Updates on The Gentlemen, Lanterns, Outer Banks, King of the Hill and more... What former hit-maker has three streaming flops in a row... Whether The Mandalorian and Grogu popped in week two... All the flops, bombs and misses... And a whole lot more... ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support. If you want an idea of just how much content you’d get in a full issue, check out this older issue. Coming Soon! Oh man, we’re almost caught up! We just have two more issues, then the streaming Ratings Report will be coming out just two weeks after a TV show premieres! Next issue, I’ll be looking at the first two weeks of the NFL Thursday night games on streaming, a huge new spinoff, Reacher’s Neagly on Prime Video, and the latest edition of Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story on Netflix, the return of Slow Horses on Apple and MobLand (quietly one of their biggest shows) on Paramount+, and Dancing with the Stars on both ABC and Disney+. Plus I’ll take a look at animation for adults in 2026. The week after, a ton of movies are coming to streaming: Toy Story 5 on Disney+, Backrooms on HBO Max, Jackass: Best and Last on Paramount+ and The Breadwinner on Netflix, plus a Unabomber film on Netflix and a romcom on Prime Video. Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey have a show on Apple, along with a game show inspired by Willy Wonka that everyone seems to hate. Long term, some crazy (but hopefully crazy like a fox) IP news. FX ordered a new Sons of Anarchy show from Charlie Hunnam, but it’s not about the biker gang. No, it features the show’s cast playing themselves in a new “meta-thriller”. Huh. And a lot of the cast is coming back. Next, Ryan Gosling is producing a Flintstones movie about a “grown-up Bamm-Bamm Rubble”. Also, huh. This one is in “early development” so we’ll see what happens. Both projects are based on IP, but also seem to have crazy takes on the IP, which I like.
Lawrence brothers take on missing ’90s stars in graphic novel, ‘The Lawrence Brothers Detective Agency’
Joey Lawrence and his brothers, Matthew and Andrew, take on missing ’90s stars and nostalgia prisons in the new graphic novel, ‘The Lawrence Brothers Detective Agency.’
Matthew Stafford goes over 300 yards
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford completed 32 of 51 passes for 317 yards, no touchdowns and two interceptions in Week 4
Matthew Golden scores again in Week 4
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden posted three receptions for 21 yards and a touchdown on seven targets in Week 4
Bruins Solved One Roster Problem, But Another Is Coming
The Boston Bruins may have a complex roster crunch coming once Matthew Poitras returns to action for the club. The post Bruins Solved One Roster Problem, But Another Is Coming appeared first on HEAVY.
AI Is Great At Science But Not At Being A Scientist. This Professor Explains Why
In a guest post published on Anthropic's research site on Thursday, physicist Matthew Schwartz argues that researchers get the most from AI by giving it problems suited to its strengths.
AD speaks on Matthew Mayich, ASU hockey next steps
Arizona State AD Graham Rossini said ASU is collecting information about the events that put Matthew Mayich on life support.
Matthew Golden Left Heartbroken by Tough Packers News
The blows just keep on coming to Matthew Golden and the Green Bay Packers, who are only 1-2 after three weeks of the 2026 NFL season. Even in their lone win thus far against the New York Jets in Week 2, the Packers didn’t look particularly convincing, and making matters worse was the neck injury […] The post Matthew Golden Left Heartbroken by Tough Packers News appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
Puka Nacua Injury Update: Rams WR’s Week 4 Status Revealed
Puka Nacua missed Weeks 2 and 3 due to injury, but he should return for Week 4. Originally selected in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, the BYU product quickly became one of the biggest draft steals in recent memory. Developing an immediate connection with quarterback Matthew Stafford, the rookie finished his inaugural …
Entertainment RX: Cancer treatment, concern for a gender-fluid grandchild
Entertainment RX, a new column from former Globe TV critic Matthew Gilbert, is an entertainment-guided advice column offering things to read, listen to, or watch that somehow address — or, in some cases, distract from — the issues readers write in about.
Banijay Entertainment’s Scripted Secret: Find the Talent, Then Back the Ideas
With 170 labels across 25 territories, Banijay Entertainment has plenty of scale. But at Iberseries & Platino Industria, Steve Matthews, head of scripted, creative, made clear that the company’s globa...
49ers Emerge as Potential Trade Destination for Cardinals Veteran
The San Francisco 49ers need pass-rush help after losing Nick Bosa for multiple weeks to a calf injury. Even before losing him, the Niners likely still needed help, since Bosa is their only reliable edge rusher. San Francisco did sign veteran defensive end Matthew Judon to the practice squad. Nonetheless, the Niners are rolling the […] The post 49ers Emerge as Potential Trade Destination for Cardinals Veteran appeared first on HEAVY.
Matthew David Hall, M.D., MBA, Installed as Endowed Chair in Pediatric Oncology at Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute
September 4, 2026 – Matthew D. Hall, M.D., MBA, lead pediatric radiation oncologist at Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute, part of Baptist Health Cancer Care, was formally installed as the Endowed Chair in Pediatric Radiation Oncology during a ceremony and reception held September 2 at Mr. C Miami in Coconut Grove. The installation ceremony […]
Maple Leafs Trade Gets Strong Reaction From Prominent Personality
On Monday, the Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets got together on a multi-player blockbuster move, with the principal pieces moving being Kirill Marchenko and Matthew Knies.Marchenko is on his way to Toronto and now has a six-year contract extension beyond this campaign, which was the final year of his deal. Meanwhile, Knies, who […] The post Maple Leafs Trade Gets Strong Reaction From Prominent Personality appeared first on HEAVY.
The Streamers Tried To Conquer Labor Day…and Whiffed
(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.) What? Another Streaming Ratings Report already? You betcha. Nielsen has moved up the release of their Streaming Ratings data by two weeks, which means I’ve got two extra issues to get out. But I love this change because it will make this report more timely and easier to publish regularly. This week—with the viewership data for the week of 31-Aug—we’ve got some huge, huge topics to discuss. On the film side, two theatrical films (The Mandalorian and Grogu on Disney+ and Scary Movie on Paramount+) contend with two non-Netflix straight-to-streaming films (Mayday on Apple TV and The Runner on Prime Video). The streamers went all in to win Labor Day weekend in America. And we have a bunch of TV shows to analyze, both new shows (Netflix’s The Gentleman, Hulu’s Chad Powers, and an Alix Earle reality show) and weekly shows like Reacher, Ted Lasso, House of the Dragon and Lioness. All that, plus nepotism in Hollywood, some eye-popping fantasy football stats, all the flops, bombs and misses, and a whole lot more. 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 weeks of August 31st to September 6th, 2026. You can find a link to my terminology here.) Subscribe Film - A Slew of Labor Day Disappointments? A lot of streamers released big new films this week, why? My theory is that the streamers know that four-day weekends can propel streaming films to glory. But if you’ve been reading more over the last two years, you know that big holiday weekends aren’t driving big viewership numbers the way they did post-Covid. And interestingly enough, Netflix didn’t put out a big new film this week. But four other streamers did, trying to take advantage of the holiday with some (not cheap) swings, including… The Mandalorian and Grogu on Disney+ (a Star Wars film that cost $165 million and made $177 million at the US domestic box office) Mayday on Apple TV (rumored $100 million budget, no theatrical release) The Runner on Prime Video (at least a $40 million budget, but likely $50 to $80 million, no theatrical release). Scary Movie on Paramount+ ($30 million budget, made $108 million domestically). (Paramount+ also released a made-for-streaming film based on the Thundermans IP, and I’ll discuss that later.) So…how’d they do? The Mandalorian and Grogu Leads The Way (But That Isn’t Enough) Let’s start with The Mandalorian and Grogu (which I’ll abbreviate to Mando for most of this article). 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… How Mando, Mayday, The Runner and Scary Movie performed on streaming... How the powerhouse weekly released shows (Reacher, Ted Lasso and Lioness) have accumulate a LOT of viewership… How House of the Dragon finished its run… The latest Netflix show to have a sophomore slump… Whether top creators can drive viewers to their shows… Nepotism in Hollywood and the music business... All the flops, bombs and misses for the week… And more… ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support. Coming Soon! Since Nielsen has accelerated their streaming data release schedule, I’ve got a lot of Streaming Ratings Reports coming your way! Next issue, I’ll be looking at the second season of Peacock’s The Paper, the latest season of Hulu’s The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, and a very, very expensive Daily Wire fantasy series that’s now on Prime Video. Plus Crew Girl and Dang! on Netflix, a new Tyler Perry film, and one of the biggest bombs of the summer, Supergirl. In the next two issues, I’ll take a look at the return of the NFL to streaming, Toy Story 5 on Disney+, Backrooms on HBO Max, and The Breadwinner on Netflix. On the TV side, we’ve got Netflix’s Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story, Dancing with the Stars on Disney+, Apple TV’s Slow Horses, a Reacher spinoff on Prime Video, and Paramount+’s MobLand, a Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey comedy on Apple TV, a sequel to a Cosby Show spinoff on Netflix, The Great British Baking Show, and the Unabomber film. And while doing all that, I want to take a look at adult animated shows, Ride or Die’s cancellation, and Netflix’s summer films. So much great stuff! Long term, two bits of comic book news. The X-Men cast has been announced, and go ahead and color me bull-ish, if not very, very bull-ish on this bit of comic book IP. In weirder news, HBO Max ordered a “true crime” show by Jimmy Olsen about Gorilla Grodd being falsely convicted of murder. I mean, what? I don’t know, let’s see what happens.
September sun
Jamie Chiang, who studies chemical engineering, reads a book at Centennial Common. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University
Matthew Perry’s sister says he ‘spent $7 million’ on sobriety: ‘That’s how seriously he took his disease’
Matthew Perry’s younger sister says the ‘Friends’ star ‘spent $7 million trying to get sober’ before his death at 54, in trailer for ‘The One About Matthew Perry.’
Primetime Review: That’s Entertainment?
If you decide to see Lance Oppenheim’s Primetime, it’s important to remember the title as you watch. Yes, this is a biopic of sorts about Chris Hansen and his work on To Catch a Predator, but it is more accurately about the quest for fame and using people’s trauma to attract ratings. True crime entertainment continues to have a prominent place in many people’s television habits, and this film asks us to examine what that means both for those whose stories have become our viewing pleasure and those of us watching. Primetime starts as Chris Hansen (Robert Pattinson) is told that his show, To Catch a Predator, is moving to a 9 PM spot opposite LOST. Chris and his producer, Andie (Merritt Wever), see this as an opportunity to make the program even more sensational, looking for bigger, more horrific predators. As part of their plan, they hire a young actor, Dan Plum (Skyler Gisondo), to play “Decoy Dan,” the person who greets the would-be predators who were catfished by Xavier Von Erck (Matthew Maher). Oppenheim, along with writers Ajon Singh and Luke Dittrich, is less concerned with an accurate retelling of the show as much as they are interested in interrogating the why of it all. That decision sometimes leaves Primetime feeling less like a biopic and more like a satirical look at the nature of programming like this. Visually, the movie is impressive. Oppenheim uses light and color effectively to cast Hansen as both villain and savior. Pattinson plays Hansen in an almost comical manner, as we see him wake his two young sons to watch a clip of the show, just to brag that he was moving into a prime spot on television. Even Andie struggles to accept a “nice” job when there is so much more fame to be found producing salacious true-crime content. Wever does an excellent job showing how the hunger for fame is not just in front of the camera, but in every aspect of the production. The heart of the movie, and the standout performance, belongs to Gisondo as Dan Plum. He is someone who just wants to get enough hours to be admitted into the Screen Actors Guild, and stumbles into this job without really knowing what it is. Throughout the film, we watch him suffer one trauma after another, ending with him witnessing the suicide of a District Attorney who is about to become the next unwitting star of Hansen’s show. If there is a sympathetic character in Primetime, it is Decoy Dan, and Gisondo plays him brilliantly. If you’re a fan of programming like To Catch a Predator, then Primetime will probably make you feel uncomfortable, and I think it’s worth sitting with that feeling and examining why we turn on shows that display the worst of humanity while we judge from our couches. Yes, it is correct to want to see people who would hurt children brought to justice, but perhaps it shouldn’t be something that we watch as entertainment. Rating: 3.5/5 This review originally appeared in The Dominion Post on September 25, 2026. MacGuffin or Meaning: Film & TV Reviews and Reflections is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe
49ers News: Welcome to the Bay, Matthew Judon!
Your daily San Francisco 49ers news for Tuesday, September 29th, 2026
Cubs BCB After Dark: Is Matthew Boyd the right call?
The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if Matthew Boyd should have gotten the Game 1 start.
Behind the Science with Paleontologist and Curator of Dinosauria Dr. Matthew Carrano
Is the 21st Century the real Age of Dinosaurs? Today, more paleontologists are discovering more dinosaur fossils from more places in the world than ever before. Our understanding of these amazing creatures has leapt forward while their popularity has surged. Museums sit at the junction of these phenomena. The Smithsonian has been a center for dinosaur research for more than a century, and its collections include many iconic and scientifically important specimens. Today, Smithsonian researchers continue to discover new dinosaurs, but they are also uncovering more information about the ones we already know and love. New techniques and approaches allow them to investigate aspects of dinosaur biology, ecology, and evolution in ways that would have been inconceivable to early paleontologists. The result is an ever-improving understanding of dinosaurs as living, breathing, and thriving animals. This month, go behind the science with paleontologist Dr. Matthew Carrano, Curator of Dinosauria at the National Museum of Natural History as he discusses new discoveries at home and abroad, in the field and in the museum. Registration is encouraged. Space is filled on a first come first served basis. ---------------- About the Series: Behind the Science A monthly after-hours series featuring NMNH scientists and researchers Each month, join the National Museum of Natural History for the new series, Behind the Science, where NMNH researchers share insights into their latest discoveries and explore the fascinating questions driving their work—from the origins of life to the future of our planet. Come learn what’s happening behind the scenes and how science shapes our understanding of the natural world. Programs take place in Q?rius, the Coralyn W. Whitney Science Education Center. Topics and speakers announced on a rolling basis, but save the dates now!
Rebuilding Ukraine’s Wounded: Dr Volodymyr Staude on the Science of Military Rehabilitation
By Matthew ParishMonday 28 September 2026The Lviv Herald interviews the head of rehabilitation at Kharkiv’s Sytenko Institute about blast injuries, prosthetics, virtual reality, the limits of early rehabilitation and the new medical science emerging from Ukraine’s war.Kharkiv is a city in which war and science live remarkably close to one another. The missiles and drones that have repeatedly struck Ukraine’s second city are manifestations of a new kind of warfare, but Kharkiv is also one of Ukra
Rams QB Matthew Stafford Makes NFL History Against the Broncos
The Los Angeles Rams lead the Broncos 16-0 at the half on Sunday Night Football. The Rams outgained the Broncos 273-67 through two quarters, had 17 first downs to Denver’s five, and converted five of nine third downs. There are still two quarters to play, but the Rams put themselves in great position to notch […] The post Rams QB Matthew Stafford Makes NFL History Against the Broncos appeared first on HEAVY.
Matthew Stafford passes for 390 yards in loss
Despite not having Puka Nacua, Matthew Stafford threw for 390 yards and two touchdowns on the road in Denver.
Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson were worried about this person’s reaction to ‘Brothers’
Woody Harrelson tells EW that he was most ‘worried’ about Matthew McConaughey’s mom watching their new show ‘Brothers.’
NFL Announces Punishment for Falcons Veteran After Panthers Game
The Falcons’ ugly loss to Carolina got a little more expensive after the NFL announced discipline for veteran tackle Jake Matthews. The post NFL Announces Punishment for Falcons Veteran After Panthers Game appeared first on HEAVY.
San Antonio's Michelle Beadle joins Matthew Berry for new Roku sports show
The two-hour talk series will stream live and free on the Roku Sports Channel Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. CST.
Falcons offensive tackle fined by NFL for unnecessary roughness
The NFL has fined Falcons LT Jake Matthews $11,941 for unnecessary roughness
Missing 'Widow's Bay'? Consider the Matthew Rhys pipeline.
To be obsessed with "Widow's Bay" is to be obsessed with Rhys, the man of the hour and — in my humble opinion — the "it" man of television.
Matthew Golden tallies first regular-season TD
Matthew Golden saw a game-high 12 targets, which led to 100 yards on five receptions and his first regular-season touchdown in the NFL.
Is Jared Goff Becoming the Greatest Quarterback in Lions History?
Jared Goff has changed the Detroit Lions, but can he surpass Matthew Stafford and Bobby Layne as the franchise’s greatest quarterback?
'The Beast in Me' will return for season 2 at Netflix
Claire Danes as Aggie Wiggs and Matthew Rhys as Nile Jarvis in episode 3 of season 1 of 'The Beast in Me.' (Netflix)
Lemonade the Rare Way: Harford County father turns life's lemons into a small business
Matthew Bartee of Lemonade the Rare Way uses fresh fruit and organic cane sugar to craft flavors he's been perfecting for more than a decade. Jumpstarting a small family business after being laid off.
Woody Harrelson is a 'perpetual 8-year-old.' Matthew McConaughey wouldn't have it any other way.
Puka Nacua Injury Update: Rams WR’s Week 3 Status Revealed
Puka Nacua missed Week 2 due to injury, and it might be a while before we see him on the field. Originally selected in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, the BYU product quickly became one of the biggest draft steals in recent memory. Developing an immediate connection with quarterback Matthew Stafford, the …
Auston Matthews Just Gave Maple Leafs Something Exciting
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews gave the team and the fanbase something to be really excited about on Wednesday night. The post Auston Matthews Just Gave Maple Leafs Something Exciting appeared first on HEAVY.
Husker football scouting report: Michigan State
Nebraska opens conference play in East Lansing against Michigan State this Saturday. Sports reporter Matthew Malloy previews the match.
St. Louis Cardinals vs Pittsburgh Pirates Game Discussion Wednesday
The St. Louis Cardinals will do battle with the Bucs again at PNC Park Wednesday night. Matthew Liberatore is the scheduled starter for the Cardinals Wednesday night while the Pirates have announced RHP Lake Bachar as their starter. First pitch is scheduled for 5:40pm central time and the game broadcast will be available via Cardinals.tv.
Arkansas Advocate on Ozarks at Large: School grades, health campus, AI rules
Arkansas Advocate Editor-in-Chief Andrew DeMillo joined Ozarks at Large Senior Producer Matthew Moore on KUAF to discuss the latest grades for Arkansas schools, Alice Walton's healthcare campus plans and potential AI guardrails in Arkansas.
Trump's focus on noncitizen voting has led to 160 arrests. That shows it's rare, experts say
The Trump administration's whole-of-government effort to find and prosecute noncitizens illegally on state voter rolls has resulted in about 1,600 voter fraud cases that have led to 160 arrests, Homeland Security Investigations senior official Matthew Millhollin said in a press briefing Tuesday.
Matthew McConaughey rips 'Brothers' costar Woody Harrelson for Emmy stage mishap
Matthew McConaughey has a new favorite thing to rip his “Brothers” costar Woody Harrelson about: the duo’s Sept. 14 Emmy stage performance on live TV.
Matthew Berry expanding beyond ‘Fantasy’ with new daily talk show on Roku Channel
Arguably the most well-known fantasy football personality, Berry is shifting from NBC Sports to hub Roku Channel's daily sports lineup.
Jimmy Kimmel recalls Emmys bathroom encounter with Matthew McConaughey
Matthew McConaughey is a hugger, even in the restroom, at least according to Jimmy Kimmel.
Astroparticle physicist Matthew Szydagis on UAP science
Ross Coulthart and astroparticle physicist Matthew Szydagis talk about the UAP Science Advisory Council, declassification requests, testing of Art’s Parts samples and who has been harassing S…
Ex-Eagles Star WR Sends Message To Zach Ertz
The veteran tight end Zach Ertz is heading back to the Philadelphia Eagles for a second stint. One of Ertz’s former teammates, Jordan Matthews, is happy to see the tight end get a second shot at helping the Eagles land back in the Super Bowl. Ex-Eagles Star WR Sends Message To Zach Ertz “[Zach Ertz] […] The post Ex-Eagles Star WR Sends Message To Zach Ertz appeared first on HEAVY.
Matthew McConaughey says ‘blood has been drawn’ during real-life fights with Woody Harrelson
And the actor tells EW that it “will be drawn again.”
Toronto Maple Leafs William Nylander Point Projections for 2026-27
We will finish up with one final Toronto Maple Leafs player point total prediction for the upcoming 2026-27 season. For Maple Leaf players, we have already completed Matthew Knies, Gavin McKenna, Auston Matthews, and today we bring you the William Nylander point projections. So, let's get into it. '26-27 Toronto Maple Leafs William Nylander Point …
Newark City Council loosens restrictions on downtown live entertainment
It's been well over a generation since music legends like Bruce Springsteen, Ray Charles, Hall & Oates, and the Dave Matthews Band played at Newark's legendary Stone Balloon, but a
Matthew Stafford tosses four TD passes in win
Coming off a disappointing showing in Australia, Matthew Stafford rebounded with 327 yards and four TDs through the air on Monday night.
Becoming America: How science shaped a nation
What role did science play in the emergence of the United States of America? Matthew Symonds spoke to Elissavet Ntoulia about scientific knowledge and its practical applications as a nation was born.
Seattle startups DexCare and Mila Health combine to expand AI patient scheduling
Seattle health-tech startup DexCare has acquired fellow local startup Mila Health, an AI agent developer that automates patient calls and texts for appointment scheduling. The deal, whose terms were undisclosed, integrates Mila's rapidly deployable AI communication tools into DexCare's patient-access platform serving 57 million patients nationwide.
Former Falmouth Resident Wins Grammy As Recording Engineer
Former Falmouth resident Matthew Soares recently received a Grammy Award as a recording engineer for his contribution to “I Will Not Be Moved (Live)” by The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir. The
New TV shows to watch this week: Tune in to 'Youth' on HBO, stream 'Slow Horses' on Apple TV and revisit 'Gilmore Girls' on Hulu
"Slow Horses" is back, "A Different World" gets a reboot and Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson team up in "Brothers."
Med Center Health 10K runners pounded the pavement Saturday
The Med Center Health 10K Classic, in its 47th year, was run Saturday , Sept. 19, 2026, at the Bowling Green Ballpark. The event featured a 10K wheelchair race, 10K race, 5K race and the Children’s Classic Run. Titus Winders won the men’s overall title with Corbin Harris coming in second and Wayne Blas third. Purity Sanga won the women’s overall title with Daisy Jepkosgei second and Rachel Tinius third. Matthew Porterfield won the wheelchair race with Matt Davis coming in second. Aerelle Jones won with 10K female wheelchair race. The top three male 5K winners were, in order, Lucas Page, Jay Beckner and Logan Rose. The top three female 5K winners were, in order, Sarah-Emily Woodward, Anna Cline and Autumn Tandy. (Joe Imel/Daily News)