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Mike Rhoades Comments Show Penn State Basketball Could be Different
Mike Rhoades got veterans and is ready to go.
Mike Borgonzi Reveals if Cam Ward Inspired Jeffery Simmons Trade
After shipping Jeffery Simmons to Chicago for a massive draft haul, Mike Borgonzi addresses rumors regarding the roster's future and Cam Ward’s inconsistent performance under center.
Is Texas A&M playing college football today?
Are Mike Elko's Aggies playing today in Week 9 of the 2026 college football season? Here's a look at Texas A&M remaining schedule.
Get Real With SOMD Politics: Mike Alderson Discusses Housing, Local Control And His Independent Reelection Bid
ST. MARY’S COUNTY, Md. — St. Mary’s County Commissioner Mike Alderson Jr. says expanding access to homeownership, protecting local control over development and completing infrastructure projects are among his priorities as he seeks another term representing District 3. Alderson discussed his record and campaign during an appearance on The BayNet’s podcast “Get Real With Southern […]
Fact check: Mike Rogers backed abortion bans, says he won’t undo Michigan rights
New ad claims Republican Mike Rogers 'spent his career' fighting abortion access. What does his record show?
Cait Conley, the political newcomer challenging GOP Rep. Lawler: Background, platform
Cait Conley, a political newcomer, is challenging Republican Rep. Mike Lawler for his seat – here's a breakdown on the Democratic nominee and her platform.
Norvell Sees Long-Term Potential in International Recruiting
Mike Norvell sees long-term potential in Florida State’s international recruiting efforts as Luke Francis Jr. and Nikau Hepi continue to develop.
Chargers' Mike McDaniel takes accountability, details path forward
Mike McDaniel details long film sessions with Justin Herbert and takes accountability for the offensive struggles.
Rep. Mike Thompson faces fellow Democrat Eric Jones in contentious race for 4th District
Tottenham Loanee, Mikey Moore Helps Köln Thrash Union Berlin
Mikey Moore played 72 minutes as 1. FC Köln produced an emphatic 5-0 victory over Union Berlin in the second round of the German Cup. The Tottenham Hotspur winger started Tuesday’s tie as Köln responded to a difficult spell in the Bundesliga by securing a place in the DFB-Pokal last 16.
Statewide Spotlight on PSJA ISD Learning Tactics
At the invitation of the Texas Education Agency (TEA), Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD leaders presented the district’s approach to expanding learning opportunities and supporting teachers during a statewide superintendents call with the Mike Morath Commissioner of Education for Texas on Thursday, October 22, 2026.
Alaska's governor orders a probe into Peltola's Senate campaign over spoiler candidate controversy
Republican Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy has ordered an investigation into the Democratic candidate running for the U.S. Senate in the state after revelations that her campaign appeared to be involved in recruiting another candidate with the same name as Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan.
Proclamation designates November 3, 2026 as Indiana One Health Day
As a result of an effort spearheaded by the National Association of Federal Veterinarians, at least a dozen states, including Indiana, are recognizing November 3 as One Health Day. Governor Mike Braun issued a proclamation to that effect for Indiana, contributing to a growing national movement to a
Knicks benched Mikal Bridges as their reserves took over
Mike Brown didn’t need to wait for a loss to change his closing group. The Knicks were in trouble in […]
Alaska governor orders investigation into ‘Dan Sullivan’ ballot controversy
Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy ordered an investigation into claims Democrats recruited a namesake candidate in a key Senate race. (
Alaska's governor orders a probe into Peltola's Senate campaign over spoiler candidate controversy
Republican Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy has ordered an investigation into Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Mary Peltola's campaign.
The Israel debate reshaping Jewish American politics
“There are plenty of people who believe, as I do, that Israel has a right to protect itself,” says David to Lauren, both pictured below, over the dinner table. Subscribe “How does starving children protect Israel?” she replies. “I don’t think Israel is intentionally starving children.” “It’s a little bit absurd to be sitting here talking about all of these very specific things,” Lauren says, “as opposed to looking at the totality of him as a candidate, and the 90% of things that you agree with him on.” This is a snapshot from a conversation between a Jewish father and daughter in Michigan ahead of the crucial Senate race. Lauren supports the Democratic candidate, Abdul El-Sayed. Her father is undecided. That is mainly because of El-Sayed’s stance on Israel, one that mirrors a growing wing of the party that has become critical of the US-Israel relationship following the war in Gaza. You’re reading FourSight, a newsletter from Channel 4 News’ expert journalists explaining the complexities of the biggest global stories Could that alienate Jewish American voters who have a strong connection to Israel - and the majority of whom have voted Democratic? A shifting stance on Israel “An ally that takes your money to push you into wars you shouldn’t be fighting is not an ally,” El-Sayed recently told ABC News, referring to the Iran war and how some Americans believe that Israel pushed President Trump into the conflict. Foreign policy has become an economic issue that’s hitting Americans’ pockets, with the soaring cost of petrol and diesel. El-Sayed, pictured below, has opposed military aid for Israel and accused the nation of genocide in Gaza. That led to the pro-Israel lobby group, AIPAC, funding his opponent, Hayley Stevens, to the tune of $30m during the Democratic primary here. “I frequently criticise AIPAC because I think the way that they are pouring dollars into defeating Abdul and others around the country… is really corrosive to American democracy,” Brad Lander says at a canvassing event in Detroit. Lander, a Jewish Democratic congressional candidate in New York, is an ally of Mayor Zohran Mamdani and has come to campaign for El-Sayed. “Democrats and Americans don’t want to keep paying for Netanyahu’s wars,” he says. “They want a reset in the US relationship with Israel.” The 2026 election has clearly been a bruising one for AIPAC; the Wall Street Journal reported that, in an unpublished letter, the group described the cycle as one of the “most challenging environments in recent memory”. Share And significantly, after the midterms, the group will stop direct contributions to candidates through one of its political action committees. Voters’ concerns We followed a group of Jewish canvassers around one suburb in Detroit. They think that among the 130,000 Jewish voters in Michigan, between 20 and 30,000 are undecided. In a swing state where El-Sayed beat his primary rival by just 13,000, that could prove pivotal. We meet one voter, Jen Friedman, pictured below, who has a “Democrats for Rogers” sign, referring to the Republican candidate. The issue of Israel is very important to her because “having a safe haven is crucial”, she tells me. “What I see is one candidate, Mike Rogers, who is associating himself with people who are very proudly American,” says Jen. “Abdul, on the other hand, is associating with people who say they are anti-American.” Friedman raises two issues. Firstly, Hasan Piker, a left-wing streamer who has campaigned alongside El-Sayed and has been criticised for his comments on the US and Israel. [ ](https://channel4news.substack.com/p/who-is-hasan-piker-the-socialist) [ Why Hasan Piker thinks the US needs a socialist Trump ](https://channel4news.substack.com/p/who-is-hasan-piker-the-socialist) Anushka Asthana · Aug 19 [ Read full story ](https://channel4news.substack.com/p/who-is-hasan-piker-the-socialist) The other concern regards an attack on a Michigan synagogue back in March. The FBI said the man was inspired by Hezbollah and had lost relatives in an Israeli airstrike on Lebanon. El-Sayed condemned the antisemitic attack, but also said “hurt people hurt people”. That upset many here, with El-Sayed apologising numerous times for his choice of language. Jews for Abdul As we follow the canvassers, there are still plenty of lawn signs supporting El-Sayed. Elissa Driker, pictured below, runs out of her house wearing a “Jews for Abdul” t-shirt. “I feel like the values that Abdul has align with how I live my Judaism,” she tells me. She says “Abdul is not Hasan Piker, so I don’t conflate them”. I ask why Piker keeps coming up. “It gets weaponised. I don’t know if you watched the debate the other night, but talk about… weaponising fear and weaponising anxiety and all that Islamophobic dog-whistling that was coming towards Abdul.” I also talk to Elissa about how Americans more broadly appear to be questioning the US-Israel relationship and whether American Jews were ready to do that too. “A lot of American Jews are. My experience is absolutely the tide is turning.” For the first time, Gallup found this year that Americans now sympathise more with the Palestinians than the Israelis. In another poll of Jewish American voters, 65% said they were pro-Israel but also critical of Israeli government policies, 52% support cutting or eliminating aid to Israel. Father and daughter Back at the dinner table, I bring up those polls with David Fink. Why does he think Americans sympathise less with Israelis? [ ](https://channel4news.substack.com/p/how-support-for-israel-in-us-is-declining) [ How support for Israel in US is declining ](https://channel4news.substack.com/p/how-support-for-israel-in-us-is-declining) Kiran Moodley · May 4 [ Read full story ](https://channel4news.substack.com/p/how-support-for-israel-in-us-is-declining) “Because the news media and the extremes of both parties are so willing to tell what I think is a false narrative.” Lauren chimes in: “Do you really think the actions of Israel have nothing to do with the shift in the sympathies?” “I think that’s very relevant,” he replies. “I just don’t think that people really have a full understanding.” Lauren again: “It sounds like you’re saying that the shift is due to how the atrocities are being described, as opposed to what the actual atrocities are.” “There have been some things that shouldn’t have happened,” David says. “I think the polling is being driven by politicians who are taking advantage of this issue.” Lauren then asks, “I’m curious what your response would be if my children were killed in an Israeli airstrike and someone said there have been some things that shouldn’t have happened?” A long pause from her father. “Any reference to my grandchildren has a very deep emotional impact on me. Well done,” he says. “I have an empathy for any civilian in war and I don’t mean to belittle those losses. The loss of any one life is a horrible thing. But it doesn’t make it a war crime and it doesn’t make it genocide.” Lauren and David cannot agree but tell me how proud they are of one another for sticking to their convictions and for agreeing to let me sit in on their conversation. I cannot thank them enough for their time, and hope their honesty informs and educates many people during such a fraught election. Abdul El-Sayed: The candidate testing the US - Israel relationship Thanks for reading our latest FourSight newsletter. Subscribe to receive free weekly newsletters from Channel 4 News. Subscribe Share Channel 4 News Leave a comment
Alaska's governor orders investigation after NYT report on alleged Dem-linked Senate election scheme
Following a New York Times report on an alleged Democrat-linked scheme involving the state's U.S. Senate contest, Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy, a Republican, ordered an investigation.
John Stamos to replace Beach Boys amid Mike Love's 'serious health challenges'
John Stamos has seemingly replaced The Beach Boys at a slate of Disney shows after sharing that Mike Love was grappling with major health concerns.
DeWine, local leaders celebrate Electra investment in Springfield
Gov. Mike DeWine and local leaders joined economic development officials Wednesday, Oct. 28 to celebrate a new Electra facility in Springfield that will manufacture revolutionary short-runway aircraft.
Abdul El-Sayed is running against money in politics in Michigan
Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed is running for the U.S. Senate against Republican Mike Rogers, focusing on his platform of Medicare for All and campaign finance reform.
Florida State Fan Base Staging an Uprising Over Norvell
Florida State fans are fed up with coach Mike Norvell. They are taking matters into their own hands.
Mike's Mid-Week Chat: Can the Packers take care of business at home?
Editor Mike Spofford answered fan questions in his live chat
Mike Repole, horse racing's loudest critic, just made an $80 million bet on its future
Repole is putting his money where his mouth is — and nobody involved in horse racing has a bigger mouth.
McCullough’s Silence On Norvell Leaves FSU Fans Hanging
Florida State president skips coach Mike Norvell's name in new letter. With a $46.7M buyout and no AD, fans deserve answers now.
Jordi Fernández Reacts to Nets’ OT Loss, Mikel Brown Jr.
The Brooklyn Nets came within one possession of their first win, but a costly late mistake left them with another heartbreaking loss. Jordi Fernández discusses Mikel Brown Jr.’s breakout performance, the rookie’s late-game decision, and what Brooklyn can learn from the defeat.
Panthers Could Take Advantage of Colts FIresale With 2 Bargains
The Carolina Panthers need a cornerback. It is getting so strong that the team cannot sit around and wait for Mike Jackson and Jaycee Horn to return from their injuries. With the Indianapolis Colts clearly selling at the trade deadline, there is a chance the two sides could come together on a trade. Both Charvarius […] The post Panthers Could Take Advantage of Colts FIresale With 2 Bargains appeared first on HEAVY.
RFK Jr assailed over ‘wildly racist tirade’ about Arabs at Michigan campaign stop
US health secretary falsely claims at Mike Rogers rally that Arabs have never won major prizes in science or literature
Why Declan Rice missed Arsenal’s match against Fleetwood Town
Declan Rice was missing from the Arsenal squad for their match against Fleetwood Town, and most people would believe Mikel Arteta was just resting one of his most important players. The midfielder has...
Karl-Anthony Towns responds to Mike Brown’s Knicks halftime challenge in a huge way
Knicks coach Mike Brown called out Karl-Anthony Towns.
Murkowski endorses Democrat JKT in Alaska governor's race
Polls show Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins with a lead over three Republicans in the four-way race to replace term-limited Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy.
Why DeForest Buckner trade is so crucial for 49ers’ success
The San Francisco 49ers needed help on the defensive line, and the Indianapolis Colts’ fire sale gave them an opportunity to address that problem. By trading for DeForest Buckner , San Francisco is bringing back a familiar face who can help improve its pass rush as the team deals with injuries. According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, ESPN […] The post Why DeForest Buckner trade is so crucial for 49ers’ success appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Match Report: Abysmal Arsenal Downed In Shocking Cup Upset
Drone delays, a shock red card, and penalty heartbreak saw the League Two underdogs stun Mikel Arteta’s stars to secure one of football's greatest-ever giant-killings.
Mike McCarthy hypes up Cleveland ahead of Steelers-Browns matchup
Cleveland wasn’t as bad as McCarthy thought it was going to be…
Mike Rogers Solicits Donations to “Protect Elon,” the Biggest Political Donor in Modern History
The Republican’s campaign made the plea to help Musk avoid congressional inquiry into his DOGE work.
Confirmed: Arsenal Starting XI vs. Fleetwood Town
Mikel Arteta has named a much changed side from Saturday's win against Everton as his Arsenal team travel to Highbury, looking to avoid an unlikely cup upset on the North West coast against Fleetwood Town.
Shouting match erupts at UN as Cuban foreign minister moves toward US ambassador's podium: 'Back up!'
UN ambassador Mike Waltz told Cuba's foreign minister to "back up" after he approached the podium as Waltz was making his address.
Michigan Senate Race Drives Anxiety Among Jewish and Muslim Voters
More than elsewhere in the country, U.S. policy toward Israel is at the forefront of the race between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed.
Mike Florio says NFL officiating needs to be completely reimagined
Once again, an NFL weekend has left fans and media alike wondering how to solve the league’s officiating woes. While complaining about the refs is a tried and true tradition of football fandom, right up there with tailgating and loving the backup quarterback, it does feel like we might be reaching something of a tipping…
Live updates: Trump returns to Texas to rally for GOP candidates
Get live updates and the latest news as Trump returns to Texas to rally for Ken Paxton and other GOP candidates while Vance heads to Michigan to try to boost former GOP Rep. Mike Rogers in the Senate race there.
The Data Dive: Steve Kornacki on the state that changes the Senate majority math for Republicans
Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed both have ground to make up after 2024.
My Turn | Reflections on a life in politics
"I did jump into politics and a career-long public life, and — God forgive me, because the voters won’t — I loved it," Mike Carroll writes.
Celtics’ Payton Pritchard gives Mike Conley Jr. ultimate veteran praise
Payton Pritchard has played alongside plenty of talented teammates with the Boston Celtics, but Mike Conley Jr. has quickly earned a special place in his eyes. After powering Boston to a 134-99 rout of the Chicago Bulls on Monday night at TD Garden , Pritchard went out of his way to praise the 20-year veteran, who saw some late action in his home […] The post Celtics’ Payton Pritchard gives Mike Conley Jr. ultimate veteran praise appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Is There Hope for Mike McDaniel’s Offense?
With Joe Alt and Ladd McConkey potentially returning after the bye, Mike McDaniel’s offense could finally begin to show its potential. However, getting healthy is only part of the equation. McDaniel must make adjustments and turn improvement into points and wins.
Why did the Patriots release Bryce Baringer? Mike Vrabel explains.
Baringer was released after three seasons as the Patriots’ punter.
Inside Mike McCarthy's high praise for OL Coach James Campen
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy calls James Campen the best offensive line coach in the NFL while praising young blocking talent.
Minogue, State Police union embroiled in pre-election war of words
The State Police Association of Massachusetts has demanded an apology from gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue, but he claims Gov. Maura Healey is the one who should say she's sorry.
Steelers HC Mike McCarthy Makes His Cleveland Feelings Clear
PITTSBURGH — Growing up watching the Pittsburgh Steelers, Mike McCarthy was taught to view the city two hours northwest as […]
Mike Macdonald: "Early returns are positive" on Rashid Shaheed's knee
Mike Tomlin defends Dan Campbell’s controversial fourth-down decision
Facing fourth-and-one from their own 23-yard line with under five minutes left in a tie game, Dan Campbell and the Detroit Lions did what they do best. They stayed aggressive. Unfortunately, star running back Jahmyr Gibbs was bottled up in the backfield, and the Lions turned the ball over on downs, giving their NFC North…
Mike Tomlin Makes Campbell’s Gamble About Goff vs. Love
Mike Tomlin went on NBC and turned Dan Campbell's fourth-down gamble into a question about two quarterbacks. #OnePride
THIS WEEK: “Sick of It! Fix Health Care Now” Bus Tour Hits Final Stretch With Stops in Colorado, California, and Arizona
Sen. John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Gov. Katie Hobbs (D-AZ), Lt. Gov. Dianne Primavera (D-CO), Fmr. Lt. Gov. Joe Garcia (D-CO), Rep. Brittany Pettersen (D-CO), Rep. Randy Villegas (D-CA), Rep. Mike Levin...
Indiana's New Small Business Program: From Policy to Opportunity
Indiana’s approach to state contracting underwent a significant transformation this summer. Following an opinion from Attorney General Todd Rokita questioning the constitutionality of race- and sex-based contracting preferences, Gov. Mike Braun suspended the state’s Supplier Diversity Program and directed the creation of a new
Mike Vrabel is not concerned about A.J. Brown: ‘Just have to get back into a rhythm’
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Political consultant on the impact of Republicans' gerrymandering efforts
NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with political consultant Mike Madrid about how Republicans' gerrymandering efforts have backfired.
Exclusive-US Political Candidates Tailor Messages for AI Models Used by Voters
By Mike Stone WASHINGTON, Oct 26 (Reuters) - US political candidates have been engineering their campaign messages to appeal to the AI chatbots that more voters have been using to answer questions about issues, and documents seen by Reuters have revealed some of their strategies. One Powerpoint ...
Nicki Minaj pledges to support Donald Trump again during Michigan Republican campaign rally
Nicki Minaj told President Donald Trump she would support him forever at a Michigan rally backing Mike Rogers and John James in the midterms.
Mike Brown Drops Blunt Quote After Knicks Lose to Magic
New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown dropped a blunt quote after the Knicks lost to the Orlando Magic 111-102 on Sunday night.The start to the new NBA season has not gone well for New York, which is 0-3 to begin the season. Considering this team just won the NBA Championship back in June, it’s […] The post Mike Brown Drops Blunt Quote After Knicks Lose to Magic appeared first on HEAVY.
Baltimore Orioles Option Deadline 2026: Every Contract Decision Explained
From injury-plagued veterans to high-stakes mutual clauses, the Birds face a roster shakeup as looming contract deadlines force Mike Elias to weigh expensive risks against essential depth.
‘Plans to die in office': Bay Area congressman's ex-aides protest challenger's ads
Seven former staffers of Rep. Mike Thompson demand that challenger Eric Jones' campaign remove a commercial targeting the North Bay legislator.
Knicks' Mike Brown outlines initial plans for former Lakers guard
The Knicks' head coach has made it clear what the team will do with Dalton Knecht.
Nets' Second-Year G Dëmin Bounces Back Against Cavaliers
The Brooklyn Nets got a much-better performance from second-year BYU product Egor Dëmin against the Cleveland Cavaliers. With Mikel Brown Jr. on a minutes restriction, Dëmin needs to play a big role.
Who's running to be Oklahoma's next Commissioner of Labor?
Republican Kevin West, Libertarian Mike Hall and Democrat Kevin Dawson will face off in November to be the next Commissioner of Labor.
Face the Facts: New health insurance helps early childhood educators
Child care is expensive, and keeping qualified workers on the job is part of the challenge. Now, Connecticut is offering a new health insurance subsidy to help early childhood educators lower their monthly premiums. Rep. Kate Farrar (D-West Hartford) explains how it works and why it could make a difference for families. Mike Hydeck: For years, Connecticut has had among…
Babcock Singles Out Oiler After Ugly Loss To Maple Leafs.
Mike Babcock called out one player in particular after a 7 - 2 thrashing against the Leafs.
Trump campaigns in Michigan one day after Obama rallied against him
President Donald Trump will campaign for nominee Mike Rogers in Michigan, a day after former President Barack Obama criticized his administration in the state. Follow for live updates.
Texas A&M Defense Folds Again As Alabama Exposes Aggies In Late Collapse
Texas A&M's defense surrendered 311 passing yards and two fourth-quarter touchdowns in a 31-20 loss to Alabama, raising more questions about Mike Elko's Aggies.
Why Mikel Arteta is right about Max Dowman
Mikel Arteta has faced some pushback on his recent comments about Max Dowman, but the Arsenal manager was right to suggest that what the 16-year-old is doing is unique.Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Ima...
Pols & Politics: Questions raised in recent polling on Gov’s race as RNC survey shows tight matchup
Recent polls on the upcoming race for Massachusetts Governor, which showed double-digit leads for Gov. Maura Healey over GOP challenger Mike Minogue, have raised questions on their methodology.
Why was Cole Palmer sent off against Tottenham?
Palmer was dismissed soon after Tottenham broke the deadlock through a Mike Penders own goal
Spurs seal rare win at Chelsea as Palmer sees red
Tottenham clinched a Premier League win at Chelsea for just the second time in 36 years as a woeful own goal from Blues keeper Mike Penders was followed by Cole Palmer's red card in Saturday's 2-0 victory.When Palmer's run was halted by Fernandes's handball, the Chelsea star escaped with a yellow card after barging into his rival with such aggression that the Tottenham midfielder was sent crashing to the sodden turf.
Alabama's Keelon Russell Presents Unique Challenge for Texas A&M
Mike Elko must solve a dynamic dual-threat puzzle as the Aggies travel to Tuscaloosa, facing a disciplined Crimson Tide offense led by Duncanville's elite playmaker.
Arsenal Fear Bukayo Saka Injury Could Be Worse Than First Feared
Arsenal could be about to lose one of their most important players for a significant stretch of the season. Bukayo Saka will miss Saturday’s Premier League match against Everton after suffering a thigh injury against Bayern Munich, and the early signs have left Mikel Arteta concerned that the problem could be more serious than first […] The post Arsenal Fear Bukayo Saka Injury Could Be Worse Than First Feared appeared first on HEAVY.
Hincapie Return Set To Bolster Arsenal Ahead Of Everton Clash
The Ecuadorian defender returns from a freak ankle injury, handing Mikel Arteta a defensive boost as the Gunners' squad nears full strength ahead of a crucial festive run.
FBI investigating Delaware politician’s alleged ‘bribe’ to primary foe, after WHYY News exposed secretly recorded job offer
New Castle County Recorder of Deeds Mike Kozikowski lost the race to David Tackett, who filed a complaint with prosecutors about the gambit.
Barbara Haggerty and Mike Petersen run for Utah House District 2
Utah House of Representatives District 2 covers north Cache County.
'Carrie' Season 2: Everything we know about Mike Flanagan's Stephen King-inspired miniseries
Plus, what other King novels could come into play?
There’s a Reason That Netflix’s Ad Business Has Underwhelmed
Somewhat lost in the company’s slew of firings and engagement warnings over the past few weeks was the fact that Netflix is scaling back its ad forecast for 2026 from $3 billion to $2.7 billion. That’s despite the fact that: CTV is growing by 14-15% this year This year saw a monster upfront Netflix is the biggest streamer out there this side of YouTube, and was the platform that for years brands were supposedly dying to be a part of In other words, that’s an alarming pull-back from Netflix. A Wall Street analyst I spoke with last week was blunt, calling Netflix’s ad business “disappointing.” To me, a red flag on the ad front is that Netflix has never revealed how many ad-supported subscribers it has. Because if I know anything about how big companies work, if they have a positive number that makes them look really good - they tend to share it. (How many subs does go90 have right now? We’re not saying just yet. How are ads going on ChatGPT? Oh, a billion run rate - I see). Yes, to date Netflix has shared some fuzzy ad numbers, such as the idea that the company’s ad tier ‘reaches’ 250 million users globally.’ Here’s why that figure gives me pause: a)they lead with global, and b) they don’t explain how they are calculated. (Are they based on average people in each room? Surveys of some kind?). Regardless, some insiders say that Netflix’s ad tier is scaling nicely - others not so much. Either way, one of Netflix’s biggest challenge on the ad front appears to have been its starting point. Remember, when Netflix launched ads in 2022, it had 73 million subs in the US and Canada. That’s 73 million people who were used to Netflix with zero ads. And when the ad product rolled out, the company clearly was going after new users - a limited pool of potential subscribers by default. That focus seems to have changed over time, as Netflix has tried to convert longtime subscribers to the ad tier. Historically Netflix subscribers are very sticky. But is the company’s low churn a problem? Not necessarily, according to Antenna data. Rather, Netflix’s consumer loyalty is a bit of a double-edged sword. “Netflix is the one streamer which actually has seen substantial “trade downs” but has much lower ‘win backs,’ said Antenna founder Jonathan Carson (win-backs being people who were on the ad-free plan, cancelled, then rejoined on the ad plan). “Netflix has lower churn and so has less opportunity to win back old subs with a lower cost plan option.” This all might explain why Netflix has been so slow to roll out all of these table stakes targeting options until just this week. It likely didn’t have enough users to carve up into various targets. etc. However, what really hit Netflix’s ad business was Amazon’s move a few years ago to turn on advertising for Prime Video by default. Suddenly the market was awash in premium inventory, and Netflix was playing catch-up on multiple fronts. Thus, the streaming giant appears to still be figuring out if if wants lead in ‘programmatic TV,’ or premium ‘upfront’ TV sales. “The CTV market now sorts into three businesses, and Netflix is not the leader of any of them,” wrote analyst Jack Myers. Ouch. So how does Netflix ratchet up its ads business? Get the next NFL package You’re gonna have to wait until 2030 unless one of the bigger media companies like Skydance opts out, but the easiest (not cheapest) way for Netflix to become a huge TV ads contender is to get one of the regular NFL packages, ideally Sunday afternoons. That way it can sell ads to its whole U.S. subs base overnight. Go FAST This one is risky, because to program a compelling FAST channel, you’d likely have to take some older Netflix exclusive shows and make them available for free to non-subscribers. But FASTs, for better or worse, are ad-inventory machines. Go full UGC I’m not sure I see this happening. There is something already off about Netflix carrying podcasts and shows for creators. The experience sticks out in what is such a produced, and generally non-communal environment. But Netflix could open up its platform by allowing creators to upload videos without having to be approved by the service. But that opens a whole other can of worms (policing brand safety, copyright infringement, overall quality). Make a huge RMN Deal I was going to suggest something crazy, such as ‘instead of buying Warner Brothers, Netflix should buy Target. But the company doesn’t want to be in the brick and mortar business. Yet for Netflix’s ad business to compete in an Amazon world, it needs to be able to connect ad exposures to shopping. What if, instead of letting Amazon target Netflix viewers with its DSP, Netflix inked a deal with Target, or even took control of Roundel, and created its version of the Amazon full-funnel for brands? Price us out. I hope they don’t do this, but Netflix’s price increases - while significant - haven’t been enough to push long-term customers out of the ad-free tier. But if they made those prices so prohibitive, it could push large swaths of consumers to trade down. Then again, that could also dent engagement - as binging becomes much less appealing once you bring ads into the equation. Or, they could just launch a bunch of hit shows and maybe everyone will quickly forget all this angst. More from Amazon unBoxed A few weeks ago, I recorded two podcasts live at Amazon’s unBoxed event in San Francisco. I was able to go really deep with several brand partners about how Amazon’s various data and ad products work - particularly the under appreciated Amazon Marketing Cloud. First, I talked with Laura Abadias Velilla, of the Amazon specialty agency Amerge, along with Amazon’s own Charlotte Maines, Vice President, Devices Content & Advertising, about how the two partners helped a very specific printer company Epson launch into a brand new category - high end projectors. It’s a great example of how brands connect audience data across platforms to make budget deployment decisions. Next, I chatted with Monks VP Head of Digital Investment for North America Tom Burchill about how the agency actually brought in data from Linkedin to help target B2B customers across various Amazon properties for the brand Quicken. Check it out: Check these out, or just listen:
Alabama Football 2026 vs Texas A&M: Previewing the Aggie Defense
A Mike Elko defense may not be the best thing for a “get right” game for the Alabama offense.
Whole Hog Politics: 5 House races that will tell the story of 2026
[Watch Whole Hog Politics Live: Hill Insider members can join us live today at 9 a.m. ET as Chris Stirewalt and host Bill Sammon go deep on this week’s political news. Members can join the discussi…
Virginia state senator accused of shielding marijuana business
Fox News chief Washington correspondent Mike Emanuel reports on the federal indictment against state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, D-Va., on ‘Special Report.’
Commentary: DeWine and Vance: A case study of Ohio political reaction to the now-infamous Ramaswamy Acton ad
Ohio's 2026 campaign for governor made history this week with what's quickly becoming one of the most notorious political advertisements of all time. Republican Vice President JD Vance and Republican Gov. Mike DeWine offer a fascinating case study in political reaction.
Bears are celebrating Mike Ditka's legacy in the best way
Chicago will play its first home game since the coach passed away.
Eagles to release E.J. Jenkins ahead of Cowboys matchup
The Eagles are releasing E.J. Jenkins, according to Mike Garafolo. The tight end appeared in all six games this season, making two starts
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine calls on Vivek Ramaswamy to take down ad featuring opponent’s estranged mother
DeWine, a Republican, said he still endorses Ramaswamy over Democrat Amy Acton in the race to succeed him as Ohio’s governor.
Pro-Israel lobby AIPAC to no longer endorse, directly give to candidates
But the pro-Israel lobby is not relinquishing its political power, evidenced by its move to give more than $9 million to support Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race.
Mikel Arteta Drops Bukayo Saka Injury Update Ahead of Everton
Everton face Arsenal this weekend, and the Gunners could be without one of their star players in Bukayo Saka.
“Carrie” officially renewed for season 2 after Mike Flanagan teased 3-season plan
“Mike Flanagan and I are excited about what comes next. It’s bound to be thrilling,” said Stephen King.
‘Carrie’ season 2 renewed after Mike Flanagan teased 3-season plan
‘Carrie’ season 2 is officially a go after Mike Flanagan teased a 3-season plan for his adaptation of the famed Stephen King novel.
'Just wrong': Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine tells Ramaswamy to immediately take down controversial ad
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is telling Republican candidate for governor Vivek Ramaswamy to pull down his controversial ad featuring Democrat Dr. Amy Acton's estranged mother.
Steelers' newest WR receives interesting Week 7 update
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy provided an important Week 7 update on whether or not Marquez Valdes-Scantling could play in Paris.
Rogers, El-Sayed battle over immigration, health care, and Iran in Michigan Senate debate
U.S. Senate candidates Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed traded sharp criticism during a debate less than two weeks before Election Day, making their closing pitches to Michigan voters on issues including the cost of living, immigration enforcement, and the war in Iran.
El-Sayed’s loyalty to America, Rogers’ loyalty to Trump and other takeaways from Michigan Senate debate
The Michigan Senate debate between Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers was bitterly personal and ferociously contested — as befits a contest that could decide the chamber’s majority.
Abdul El-Sayed, Mike Rogers clash in bitterly personal debate
A debate between Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Senate race was bitterly personal and contentious, while Republican Roger Marshall and Democrat were a bit kinder in Kansas. CNN’s Jeff Zeleny breaks down both debates in contests that could be critical to deciding control of the Senate in November.
Your Voice, Your Vote: Mike Morrison, Chelan County sheriff candidate
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Maryland Fires Mike Locksley, Opening a Big Ten Job
Mike Locksley is out at Maryland, and the Big Ten's first coaching vacancy is open. #BigTen