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Xfinity and Comcast Business Reliable, High-Speed Internet Now Available in Franklin, New Hampshire
PORTSMOUTH, N.H., October 27, 2026--Xfinity and Comcast Business high-speed, reliable Internet now available to more than 4,300 homes and businesses in Franklin, NH.
Rays Announce World Series Game 4 Starter vs. Brewers
Facing a crushing 3-0 deficit, the Tampa Bay Rays turn to Griffin Jax for a high-stakes survival start to prevent a Milwaukee Brewers sweep.
STC Set to Host Annual Workforce Summit Nov. 19th
South Texas College, a national leader in workforce training, innovation and apprenticeships, will be bringing regional and statewide leaders together for its annual Workforce Summit.
Palestinian protest leader says movement reshaping US politics
Mahmoud Khalil, who became the face of resistance to President Donald Trump’s crackdown on pro-Palestinian student activism, believes the movement has succeeded by shifting public perception and encouraging…
IRS and Social Security promote Trump accounts with election a week away
A week before the midterm elections, the IRS is emailing Americans to urge them to sign up their children for Trump account in messages sent to tax filers via email.
Alton Brown brings food, science, humor to the Washington Pavilion for one night
Television personality and author Alton Brown is bringing his mix of food, science, and humor to the Washington Pavilion on Wednesday, Nov. 4, for one performance only.
Fox Sports’ Robert Griffin III ‘would 100 percent be interested’ in coaching Baylor
Robert Griffin III has said for years that he wants another shot at an NFL quarterback job. That hasn’t come to fruition. So now, the Fox Sports college football analyst is shifting his focus to a different role: college football head coach. The Heisman Trophy winner and former NFL quarterback made the rounds on Monday…
Trump returning to Texas for a high-stakes push to keep the state in Republican hands
President Donald Trump is heading back to Texas to support Republican Ken Paxton’s U.S. Senate campaign against Democrat James Talarico
Former Texas health official resigns from top CDC leadership role just months after joining
Dr. Jennifer Shuford was tapped by President Trump to serve as the agency's deputy director and chief medical officer.
Resident Evil Executive Producer Says the Series' Story Could End 'In the Next 10 Years'
In an interview with Yahoo Japan, executive producer Jun Takeuchi outlined Capcom’s plans for its flagship horror franchise, revealing that its encompassing narrative has a definite conclusion — and that end could come shockingly soon.
FBI agent says he feared case against ex-FBI officials tied to Hunter Biden probes would look political
WASHINGTON, Oct 27 (Reuters) - An FBI agent who helped lead the case against two former senior bureau officials accused of lying to Congress about Hunter Biden investigations testified on Tuesday that...
Michigan’s community mental health system: Overcoming stigma to provide needed care
Community mental health has played an important role in shifting the culture to asking for help.
It Ain’t Just Sports: Trailblazer and diving coach, Diane Maiese
In this episode: We sit down with Diane Maiese, the first AND only Black woman to win an NCAA Championship and be named a four-time, all-American, in diving.
Celtics’ Jayson Tatum is finished commenting on Jaylen Brown situation
The trade of Jaylen Brown has already left fans speculating about a deep emotional rift between Jayson Tatum and Brown. Meanwhile, Brown’s recent pointed remark suggested that things might not be entirely smooth between the former teammates. As a result, Tatum once again faced questions about his relationship with Brown, but the Boston Celtics star […] The post Celtics’ Jayson Tatum is finished commenting on Jaylen Brown situation appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Palestinian protest leader says movement reshaping US politics
Mahmoud Khalil, who became the face of resistance to President Donald Trump’s crackdown on pro-Palestinian student activism, believes the movement has succeeded by shifting public perception and encou...
Clemson, UNC support PCSA, ask for realignment flexibility
Clemson and North Carolina are working with local legislators in an effort to pass the Protect College Sports Act while pushing for a change to a section of the law governing schools changing conferences.
Five 2027 Draft Prospects Who Fill Washington Commanders Needs
With the Washington Commanders currently in position to land the fourth overall pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, who are some of the names that can address needs?
Lego Appoints Its First Head of Celebrity Talent
Lego has appointed Kelsey Gray Sherman as its first head of celebrity talent and brand first partnerships.
L.A. judge weighs feds' request to block 20,000 California votes
Judge David O. Carter seemed skeptical of a Trump administration request to immediately block California officials from counting about 20,000 ballots from voters whose citizenship the administration questions, but said he would not rule until Wednesday.
Banijay & Don’t Tell Comedy Strike Strategic Partnership
EXCLUSIVE: Banijay America has made a strategic move into creator-led comedy through a partnership with Don’t Tell Comedy, one of the fastest-growing stand-up brands in the United States. Together wit...
FACT FOCUS: Kennedy's 'Arabs don't produce science' claim meets a Nobel Prize reality check
WASHINGTON (AP) — Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s broad assertions about Arab contributions to humanity's scientific and literary discoveries at a Republican campaign event in Grand Rapids, Michigan, have drawn criticism just days before midterm elections.
Clothes, accessories to get rid of from fall wardrobe, stylists say
We asked stylists about jackets, shoes, clothes, and accessories going out of style this fall, and the fashion trends worth replacing them with.
E. coli outbreak leaves 3 SLO County kids in intensive care, Public Health says
The county is investigating five total cases that may be linked to a popular SLO County farm.
Republican attack ads mocking Troy Jackson’s relationship roil Maine Senate race against Susan Collins
Maine’s battleground Senate race is being roiled by a late burst of Republican ads mocking Democratic nominee Troy Jackson over his relationship with his longtime partner, whom Sen. Susan Collins and GOP allies have said is his second cousin.
My divorce made headlines. Now I help survivors of toxic relationships tell their stories.
Elizabeth Chambers on rebuilding after her high-profile divorce from Armie Hammer, raising her kids and what survivors have taught her through her ID series "Toxic."
CDC’s deputy director to depart after four months in the role
Dr. Jennifer Shuford’s exit is the latest in a cycle of leadership turnover at the country’s top health agencies.
Patients on NC’s State Health Plan won’t pay more if they use Atrium Health in 2027
The state says the new deal moves Atrium facilities into the plan’s access tier.
Demi Lovato Gives Health Update After Deleting Instagram Post Following Apparent Hospitalization for Allergic Reaction
The pop star said in a since-deleted post that she’s allergic to either passionfruit or sushi
NASA Leaders Visit Morehead State to Highlight Space Science Excellence
Morehead State University's growing impact in space science and aerospace education drew national attention as university leaders welcomed top NASA officials and federal policymakers to campus. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, NASA astronaut Stephen Bowen and U.S. Rep. Harold "Hal" Rogers visited Morehead State on Monday, Oct. 26, to highlight the University's Space Science Center, its partnership with NASA and its contributions to preparing the next generation of scientists, engineers and space professionals. For more than two decades, Morehead State has built a nationally recognized space science program that combines classroom learning with hands-on participation in real-world aerospace projects. MSU has developed significant capabilities in satellite tracking, mission operations and space systems engineering through its work with NASA and commercial aerospace partners. Learn about Space Systems Engineering at MSU by contacting Space Science Center Executive Director Dr. Ben Malphrus at b.malphrus@moreheadstate.edu or calling 606-783-2212.
Historic Northway Road home tied to 19th-century business empire that stretched to Louisiana
One historic Loyalsock Township home has played host to one lumber baron and a home for Saint Ann Catholic priests.. Located at 220 Northway Road, the mountainstone home was initially built as a summer retreat and most recently served as a rectory. “My great-great-grandmother was Annie Bentley and she was from a family of 5 […]
Opinion | How will Mass. face its health care crisis?
Up to 300,000 people could eventually lose coverage under Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill
Who Owns What: The Watermania Waterpark Richmond May Expropriate
[There is often a lack of transparency around land ownership in BC. Who Owns What is an ongoing series by The Realist focused on interesting land ownership stories. Have a suggestion for a future story? Email: howardchai@substack.com.] Earlier this month, CBC and Richmond News reported that the City of Richmond is planning to expropriate Watermania, the waterpark located at 14300 Entertainment Boulevard near the Richmond Ice Centre. The City of Richmond currently leases the property from a private owner — 14300 Entertainment Blvd. Investments Ltd. — and the lease is set to expire in March 2027. According to the reports, the two sides have been unable to agree on terms of the lease renewal and the City has since served a Notice of Expropriation, saying it wants to secure “essential community services,” according to CBC, with outgoing Mayor Malcolm Brodie telling CBC that “Watermania is an important recreation facility for our community, and the city’s goal is to secure its long-term future.” Richmond News added that because the expropriation is not for a linear easement like a sewage line or rapid transit, an inquiry can be requested, and one has been scheduled for November 30 to December 4, according to CBC. What was left out of both stories, however, is who the City would be expropriating Watermania from. According to the Land Owner Transparency Registry, 14300 Entertainment Boulevard is legally owned by 14300 Entertainment Blvd. Investments Ltd. and that numbered company is controlled by a Chinese individual named Hai Feng Zhu, who primarily resides in the Jilin province. The registered address of 14300 Entertainment Blvd. Investments Ltd. is 3899 Cartier Street in Vancouver, a mansion in Shaughnessy that BC Assessment values at $10,423,000. The home at 3899 Cartier Street has previously been tied to Kevin Sun of Sun Commercial by reporter Sam Cooper when he was with the Vancouver Sun in a report noting that Sun had an associate named Hai Feng Zhu who is a director of SunOil Ltd., as confirmed by the company’s filings. Another person mentioned in both the report and filing is Denise She. A search of Hai Feng Zhu in the Land Owner Transparency Registry reveals that Zhu also owns four other properties in British Columbia. The Realist then used the PIDs1 to identify the addresses, finding that the two parcels with PIDs beginning 014 are two parcels that form 1155 Bidwell Street in Vancouver and that the two parcels with PIDs beginning 015 are two parcels that form 1755 Davie Street. 1755 Davie Street is the Best Western Plus Sands, 1155 Bidwell Street is a surface parking lot, and both are held under 0993956 B.C. LTD., which is controlled by Hai Feng Zhu alongside the aforementioned Kevin Sun and Denise She, among others. The Best Western Plus Sands is listed under Sun Commercial’s portfolio and Sun Commercial also previously sold the Richmond Ice Centre to the City of Richmond for $32 million in 2019. Denise She, Peter Cheng De She, and Julia MiMi Yang also control 1078635 B.C. Ltd., which owns 1707 Davie Street, the small retail building that sits between 1755 Davie Street and 1155 Bidwell Street. Governments in British Columbia have a tendency to overpay for real estate, so it’ll be interesting to see how much the City of Richmond pays for Watermania if they do end up expropriating the property. BC Assessment values 14300 Entertainment Boulevard at $49,397,000. The assessed value is dated to July 1, 2025 and is a small decline from the previous assessment of $52,584,000. The rest of this story dives into Sun Commercial and $159 million in sales it made last year to KingSett Capital. Become a paid subscriber for all the details. Subscribe Sun Commercial Sun Commercial is based out of the City Square Shopping Centre at 555 W 12th Avenue in Vancouver, which it acquired in 2019 for $225 million, and also has an office located at 415 Yonge Street in Toronto.
From Rice Fields to Accelerating Vegetable Breeding
Kashish Grover, a doctoral student in horticulture, combines artificial intelligence, advanced genetics and computer simulations to streamline vegetable breeding, helping to develop climate-resilient varieties faster.
Dallas Goedert has good Week 8 draw
Philadelphia Eagles TE Dallas Goedert has a good matchup against the Washington Commanders in Week 8.
Press Release: CSP Press Release
Rowan County Residents Invited to Participate in Community Focus Groups on Opioid Settlement FundingFor Immediate ReleaseSALISBURY, N.C. – Rowan County Public Health, in partnership with Ce
FACT FOCUS: Kennedy's claim that Arabs 'don't produce science' meets a Nobel Prize reality check
WASHINGTON (AP) — Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s broad assertions about Arab contributions to humanity's scientific and literary discoveries at a Republican campaign event in Grand
Understanding Latin America’s Rightward Political Shift
Latin America has experienced a rightward political shift in recent years, driven largely by voters’ growing concerns over crime, security, and the economy. Experts say the reelection of left-wing President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Brazil bucks this trend, but doesn’t halt it.
Empire Student Advocates for Actor Mental Health
When Katherine Kemmet first enrolled at Empire State University in 2025, she saw completing her bachelor’s degree as a steppingstone to earning her MFA in acting. Now, after taking Professor Cindy Conaway’s Television and Culture course, her goals have shifted. “Since taking the course, I have developed a fascination with how media influences culture,” says […]
LeBron James’ Philadelphia Experiment Is Already Getting Complicated
LeBron James’ move to Philadelphia was supposed to give the 76ers another superstar capable of helping them compete for an NBA championship. However, just days into the 2026-27 season, the experiment is already facing an unexpected challenge. Philadelphia has started the season with plenty of excitement surrounding its new roster, but injuries and frontcourt concerns…
Neighbors, businesses cry foul over trees removed near Independence Boulevard billboard
The goal is to improve visibility for a billboard along the highway, but business owners say they had no chance to weigh in.
California Science Center, JPL Team Up for New Space Gallery
The California Science Center and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory announced Tuesday a partnership bringing JPL spacecraft, interactive exhibits and research to the new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, which opens Nov. 13. The JPL experience will be part of the center’s Kent Kresa Space Gallery. Visitors can explore how robotic missions study Earth, the […]
Visit to U.S. Army health clinic sparks curiosity in Japanese nursing students
A spark of curiosity can change how we see the world. Nearly 30 fourth-year nursing students from Sophia and Shizuoka universities in Japan discovered t...
Free Field Trips to The MAX Offered to Eligible Schools Through Mississippi Power Foundation
Mississippi Power Foundation partnership offers free 2026-2027 school year field trips to The MAX in Meridian, with transportation reimbursement available for out-of-county schools.
Innovate Alabama Celebrates Region’s Technology, Entrepreneurship, Innovation
Innovate Alabama, a public-private partnership supporting technology, entrepreneurship and innovation, held an event in Huntsville on Monday evening as part
ICE goes on a spending spree, and Mass. companies cash in
From robot dogs to armored vehicles and eye-scanning technology, Massachusetts businesses are cashing in on ICE's lucrative contracts.
Final Kansas high school flag football rankings: USA TODAY Sports Super 10
St. James Academy won the inaugural KSHSAA flag football state championship, earning the top spot in USA TODAY Sports Kansas Super 10 flag football rankings.
Cook Political Report shifts two red-state governor races toward Democrats
The gubernatorial races in Kansas and Nebraska moved slightly to the left in Cook’s final ratings.
Parks Associates: HDR Becoming 'Foundational Component of Premium Video Entertainment'
New research from Parks Associates shows high dynamic range (HDR) is becoming a foundational component of premium video entertainment, creating opportunities for television manufacturers, streaming services, and content creators to differentiate through picture quality. The research, “High Dynamic Range and the Future of Video,” developed in partnership with InterDigital, examines HDR’s expanding role across the … Continue reading "Parks Associates: HDR Becoming ‘Foundational Component of Premium Video Entertainment’"
Jack Nicklaus and Grant Horvat honored at PBA event
Two generations of golf greatness are coming together for a celebration of success, leadership and entrepreneurial spirit.
FACT FOCUS: Kennedy’s claim that Arabs ‘don’t produce science’ meets a Nobel Prize reality check
WASHINGTON (AP) — Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr .'s broad assertions about Arab contributions to humanity's scientific and literary d
Kim Stone Named Washington Business Journal Sports Leader of the Year
Washington, D.C. (10/27/2026) – Washington Spirit CEO Kim Stone has been named the 2026 Sports Leader of the Year by the Washington Business Journal. Stone is one of only eight honorees in WBJ’s 2026 CEO Awards and will be recognized Dec. 9 at The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C., and featured in WBJ’s print and online editions […]
Sabato's Crystal Ball moves Senate race, CD 13 in Democrats' direction
All ratings sites have shifted a substantial number of races in Democrats’ direction as the Nov. 3 election nears.
World Series TV Viewership Blows Past Expectations
No Dodgers in this year’s World Series? No problem for Fox Sports.
Office Visit: This isn’t a typical health system deal, and that’s the point
INTEGRIS Health CEO Timothy Pehrson explains how joining Risant Health could expand value-based care while keeping leadership and decisions in Oklahoma.
Plano business owner talks about what it takes to run a haunted house
Dark Hour Haunted House is the passion project of Allen Hopps, who turned his passion for art and scaring people into a flourishing business.
What does the future of the Simon Business School look like?
Interim Dean Mitch Lovett discusses how AI, shifting enrollment patterns, and evolving workforce needs are reshaping business education.
New alliance wants Louisiana businesses to win more work from megaprojects
A new private business network aims to help Louisiana companies capture a larger share of work from the state’s growing pipeline of major industrial investments. Louisiana Launch Alliance, founded by Baton Rouge business owner Melissa Campbell, is bringing companies from different industries into an exclusive membership organization designed around sharing project information, referrals and business […]
Faculty Focus: Marisa Gonzalez, College of Health, Education and Social Transformation
Marisa Gonzalez is a social work faculty member in NMSU Global’s Master of Social Work program whose teaching and scholarship center on social justice, cultural humility, international social work...
Washington DC - More than Politics and Monuments
Barely a day goes by without images of Washington, D.C. being in the media. The US capital is the nation's political heart, and its iconic landmarks exude a sense of history.
Oregon voter turnout up slightly a week before midterm election
Oregon’s top election official is encouraging voters to turn in their ballot by the end of the day Tuesday, and to vote via a secure drop box after that.
H.S. Roundup | Local athletes shine as postseason play heats up
Local cross country teams secure regional spots and Fairfield Union soccer advances to the district final.
Coalinga College partnership creates direct pathway from classroom to healthcare careers
Students at Coalinga College are getting hands-on healthcare training and a direct connection to potential employers thanks to a partnership.
Rize Credit Union Launches New Small Business Deposit Experience with Enable Technologies
On-schedule implementation expands Rize's ability to serve small businesses, deepen member relationships, and create new opportunities for growthSAN FRANCISCO, CA / ACCESS Newswire / October 27, 2026 / Rize Credit Union, with roughly $1.3B in assets based in Irwindale, CA, today announced the successful launch of its new small business deposit account opening experience, powered by ("Enable").
TreImage Partners with Haaseline Entertainment & CPG Product Placement Group to Expand Licensing & Retail
Collaboration combines TreImage’s licensing expertise and portfolio with strong retail relationships and sales capabilities across key distribution channels.
Did The You Don't Know Jack Devs Plagiarize A Solo Dev's Board Game?
Sam Greszes says that Jackbox Games went silent after requesting a demo of his board game Die on this Hill. A year later, it launches Debate and Switch.
These superbugs pose the biggest threat to Americans, CDC says
Nineteen drug-resistant germs cause an estimated 9.7 million infections and 50,800 deaths in the country each year.
Cheesecake Factory, despite Obama’s gibe, is getting good reviews on Wall Street
The restaurant company’s stock, which trades under the ticker CAKE, has more than doubled since January.
World Series Game 4 open thread
The Brewers are one win away from a World Series sweep. Can they clinch their first championship tonight?
Fox Sports: Brewers-Rays World Series ratings beat fears, down only 6% through 2 games
The World Series matchup between the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays is exceeding expectations for viewership
Howard's Business Report: Oil still over $100 a barrel
A ship is ablaze in the upper Persian Gulf. Howard Dicus follows the war that's raising your gas prices.
Vertical IQ Will Expand Industry Intelligence Platform with Small Business Financial Exchange (SBFE) Small Business Credit Data
Small Business Financial Exchange (SBFE), the trusted source for small business lending data and Vertical IQ, a nationally recognized provider of Industry Intelligence, today announced their partnership. Through the partnership, Vertical IQ will incorporate SBFE small business credit insights into its platform, providing financial institutions with deeper context to support commercial lending decisions.
Nick Shirley criticizes California for political climate
(The Center Square) – Independent journalist Nick Shirley blasted California for its political climate and lack of fiscal accountability during an address Tuesday night near the University of Mississi...
Health Brief: The FDA’s blind spot on food safety
Plus: Leadership shake-ups at the CDC and ARPA-H
FACT FOCUS: Kennedy's 'Arabs don't produce science' claim meets a Nobel Prize reality check
WASHINGTON (AP) — Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s broad assertions about Arab contributions to humanity's scientific and literary discoveries at a Republican campaign event in Grand
Pharr Extends Historic Partnership with MOSTHistory
The City of Pharr is celebrating the successful first year of its groundbreaking cultural collaboration with the Museum of South Texas History (MOSTHistory), a partnership that has brought museum-quality learning, storytelling, and historical experiences directly into the Pharr community.
On Demand: Reflecting and Moving Forward Together ─ Region 7 Maternal Health ECHO® Session 5
Watch Session 5 of the Region 7 Maternal Health ECHO series to explore how to sustain momentum, strengthen partnerships and continue advancing maternal health efforts.
Baptist Health launches AI-driven platform for improving outcomes for mothers and babies
Baptist Health announced a partnership with PeriGen to launch a centralized OB Hub utilizing AI-powered technology to enhance monitoring for mothers and babies across its seven delivery hospitals.
WKYT Fact✓Check|Booker, Barr claims on health care costs and Medicare for All
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Charles Booker and Republican U.S. Rep. Andy Barr are clashing over health care affordability as they compete to replace retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell.
Wendler Inc. transitions to 100% employee ownership
Cedar Rapids-based heavy civil construction firm Wendler Inc. has transitioned to 100% employee ownership through the establishment of an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), giving nearly 150 employees an ownership stake in the company. The transition follows a period of growth for Wendler, which has roughly doubled its annual construction volume since 2021. In 2025,…
Political ads flood airwaves in Vermont, New York and New Hampshire
Campaigns in Vermont, New York and New Hampshire are airing a flood of political ads. Why one expert says Vermont sees fewer negative ones.
Susan Saint James, Emmy-winning actor of 'McMillan & Wife' and 'Kate & Allie,' dies at 80
Susan Saint James, known for her roles in “McMillan & Wife” and “Kate & Allie,” has died at 80
Disinformation videos, likely from Russia, are exploiting real people to malign Senate candidates
Social media videos believed to be linked to Russia are misusing real people’s names and photographs to spread disinformation about two Democratic Senate candidates
College Football TV Ratings: Most-watched games of Week 8
After strong TV ratings as part of a historic Week 7, college football’s viewership stayed strong in Week 8. ESPN and ABC had another impressive showing, as well, with three of the top five most-watched games of the weekend. Texas’ victory over Ole Miss was the headliner in the primetime window, and the Longhorns held […]
RFK Jr. says Arab Muslims no longer produce prizeworthy science or literature
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pins blame on Muslim Brotherhood while campaigning for GOP candidates in Michigan in remarks that drew strong backlash.
Brewers’ dominance has World Series champs absolutely gushing over them
The Milwaukee Brewers lead the World Series 3-0 over the Tampa Bay Rays. It has been an incredible run for the Brewers to say the least. The ball club has lost just one total game this postseason. The team’s dominance has Anthony Rizzo and David Ross — who won the World Series in 2016 with the Chicago Cubs — gushing over their performance . “Is […] The post Brewers’ dominance has World Series champs absolutely gushing over them appeared first on ClutchPoints.
US Health Chief RFK Jr Faces Widespread Rebuke Over His Anti-Arab Remarks
By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Oct 27 (Reuters) - US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced widespread rebuke from civil rights groups, healthcare advocates and Democrats on Tuesday over his anti-Arab comments that the Council on American-Islamic Relations cast as "a textbook display of ...
UCLA expands campus vending machines to offer 24/7 access to health essentials
UCLA announced this month that it will expand the number and operating hours of essential health vending machines on campus. The Be Well Bruin Express – launched by UCLA Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center and UCLA’s Health Education and Resource Team in partnership with UCLA Vending Services – is stocked with a variety of health-related products and operates 24 hours a day outside the Ashe Center.
The FEC’s filing system is down a week before the election. The agency won’t say why.
The outage comes as candidates face 48-hour deadlines to report large late contributions.
Former NWSL player says league culture pressured athletes to support political messages they opposed
Elizabeth Eddy says NWSL players faced pressure to wear political shirts or risk teammate backlash, describing a culture with no room for dissent.
Predicting Angels' Actual Free-Agency Plan Might Be Impossible
Holes are abundant on the Los Angeles Angels' roster, but there's also the uncertainty of new ownership and a looming lockout to consider as MLB's free-agent market prepares to open.
Animals Starves while the Kardashians Miss the Charts Again
(Welcome to my weekly streaming ratings report, the single best guide to what’s popular in streaming TV and what isn’t. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. If you were forwarded this email, please subscribe to get these insights each week.) Before we get going, I’d like to offer congratulations to Jonathan Funke, whose suggestion “midflicks” won the poll for what I should call straight-to-streaming films which aren’t big or cinematic enough to go to theaters but seem too expensive for a TV movie. It’s so useful a term, I just used it last week! Now I just need to add this term to my data dictionary! Okay, on to this week’s issue. We’re starting out looking at Netflix/Ben Affleck’s latest crime thriller, Animals. I’ll also look at Disclosure Day heading to Peacock (it did better than you’d remember in theaters...) and a new movie based on toys. Plus, a long-time streaming flop returns for its eighth season...will it finally chart? (No.) Will anyone at Disney care? Probably not. All that, plus another look at new shows landing on streaming on 1-Oct from Reelgood, what streamer hasn’t had a film make the Luminate charts since August, Reacher’s long run on the charts, M_onster: The Lizzie Borden Story’s_ short run, the top shows in 2026 according to Samba TV, all the flops, bombs and misses, and a whole lot more. And I mean that last part: putting this week’s issue together, I assembled OVER 25 images, most of which are bespoke looks I made just for this report. Really, publishing articles like this takes the work of writing two articles: one is the narrative and the other is making charts/graphs. Let’s dive right in! (Reminder: The streaming ratings report focuses on the U.S. market and compiles data from Nielsen’s weekly top ten viewership ranks, Luminate’s Top Ten Data, JustWatch and Reelgood interest data, Samba TV household viewership, company datecdotes, Netflix hours viewed data, Google Trends, and IMDb to determine the most popular content. While most data points are current, Nielsen’s data covers the week of October 5th to October 11th, 2026. You can find a link to my terminology here.) Subscribe Film - Netflix’s Latest Star-Studded Thriller Goes For Glory The tempting angle for anyone writing about streaming film this month, like yours truly, is to ask, “Is this why Dan Lin lost his job at Netflix?” Take Animals, the Ben Affleck-starring-and-directing, Artists Equity-produced crime thriller that opened on 9-Oct. (Kerry Washington and Gillian Anderson are also in it.) If it did really well, then one could argue that Lin has another success on his resume. If it underperformed, then it’s another example of a Netflix underperformance this year. So where did Animals fall? Kinda in the middle, but that means it’s more “not a hit” than “big hit”. On Nielsen, it opened to 12.0 million hours, and here’s how that stacks up for 2026 films so far this year: Obviously, that’s not great. It’s both under my 15 million opening bar for “fine” for a Netflix film and 20 million bar for “great” opening. It did a bit better on Samba TV, getting to first place. That’s very, very good, though again, looking at the Nielsen data, it probably means that it was a light week overall. Luminate’s data is a bit closer to Samba TV’s, tied for 17th all time for single weeks since May of 2024: To top it off, no one seemed to like it. It has a 33 on Metacritic and only a 5.7 on IMDb. Both of these numbers could have been impacted by the stories about Affleck’s comments about using AI to make the film. Given the controversy, the film might not have been as bad as the ratings suggest, but it’s also not a bullish sign. All to say…yeah, on net this film isn’t a point in Dan Lin’s favor. At this point, Netflix’s slide has been long enough—going on since February—that I’m almost tempted to lower the bar for what a “hit” is on streaming. Post-February of 2026 or so, it seems like straight-to-streaming films just haven’t hit the same heights as they did from 2022 to 2025. Before we head onto the “Quick Hits” for film, I want to shout out a fellow newsletter whose articles I’ve been loving this year, LA Material, a new LA-based news outlet. For just a highlight of my favorite articles since July... I loved this article on Ghost Town, a group on Venice that clears homeless encampments. As a Los Angeleno, obviously I adore their articles on LA parking issues. Their article on illegal parking tickets got the City Council to address the issue! Also check out their article on people parking in medians. Check out their deep dive on what went wrong with the LA Jazz Festival and how it fell apart, or what’s wrong with USC’s finances. Finally, they wrote up a voter guide on voter guides for the LA General Election. So meta! In search of a city? L.A. Material is an independent news outlet covering the people, politics, culture and glorious chaos shaping Los Angeles. L.A. Material brings you intel on the city you can’t get anywhere else. From exploring how Reddit short stories became Hollywood’s hottest commodity to reporting on the survival jobs keeping entertainment workers afloat. And answering, once and for all, why the AMC Burbank escalator is always broken. Through their newsletters, podcast, videos, events, and member community, L.A. Material is designed to help Angelenos connect to Los Angeles and each other. Sign up now for the free weekday newsletter. Quick Notes on Film Steven Spielberg’s latest film, Disclosure Day, came to Peacock on 9-Oct, and I’ll admit that, after pulling its stats, I did a pinch of a double take. As I wrote throughout my deep, deep, deep dive on summer box office/Obsession/Backrooms/IP/superheroes, oftentimes the film media discusses films as “flops” or “misses” or “hits” without clarifying what they specifically mean. Since Disclosure Day didn’t make $250 million in the US or $500 million globally, it was definitely a disappointment by Spielbergian standards, who is the highest-grossing director of all time, and arguably even more ahead in adjusted grosses. But it did make $245 million globally on a $115 million budget, so it isn’t as big of a miss as I remember. That’s still probably not enough to break even in the theatrical window, when you factor in marketing costs…but it’s close. And it grossed a lot more even in the US than some titles with about ten times more coverage. Anyways, lots of preamble to say this one only did 4.5 million hours according to Nielsen, so it did make the charts, but on the low end. Here’s how it stacks up to other Peacock titles: Apple TV (née +) followed up their “success for them” Mayday with Matchbox The Movie. This one doesn’t look like a success even for them, but at least it’s not a miss. Apple/Skydance clearly tried to take advantage of the success of Barbie at the box office—let’s greenlight all the toy properties!!!—but of course, this didn’t make it to theaters. And it stars John Cena, who, as I argued earlier this summer, NEEDS to get his movies back in theaters. Anyways, this one has mixed-to-bad numbers. It missed the Samba TV and Nielsen charts in its first week, but did make Luminate with 7.1 million hours. That’s just enough to not be an outright miss, and about half what Mayday did earlier this summer. Speaking of Apple Studio’s Mayday, it ended up lasting five weeks on Luminate, which isn’t bad for Apple TV. On Nielsen, it had a three-week run, racking up 13.5 million hours total. Again, like Matchbox, the issue is the budget; I doubt that this viewership earned enough to justify that budget. Also, to be clear, neither of these films are “midflicks”; both should have gone to theaters. Toy Story 5 is not hanging around on the streaming charts on Disney+, so it’s not as leggy as either Zootopia 2 or Moana 2, and definitely not in the same class as Encanto. (It did make all the money at the box office, so Disney is going to be fine…) The Breadwinner on Netflix (from Sony) is down to 3.9 million hours in its third week. It only lasted for one week on the Samba TV charts. Netflix’s Doing Life had a smaller-than-normal binge release curve bounce, only going to 7.1 million hours from 6.0 to start, but it made Samba TV at fifth place in its second week. The Netflix documentary, The Widower: Til’ Death Do Us Part, also had a small binge release curve bounce to 6.5 million hours, but did make a second week on Samba TV. Meanwhile, Netflix’s Unabomber fell off after two weeks on Nielsen—which is not great at all—and Demon Slayer fell off after just one week. Over on Luminate, the two smaller titles The Swan: Behind the Mirror and Kill. Bury. Print both fell out of the Luminate top ten charts. The story of library film at the first of the month is the arrival of the Ice Age films on Netflix. Now, here’s a small example of optimizing your library that even Netflix could do better. Say you want to rent/license a new film series from Disney**.** A streamer could pay a big paycheck and then drop each Ice Age film on the exact same day of the month, the fourth of October. That’s one choice. In contrast, the streamer could have released each film one week apart, and make each one a mini-event for folks watching Ice Age films. Or even roll them out monthly. Netflix opted for the former strategy, and as a result, only three of the films made the Nielsen charts this week. The “Miss of the Week” goes to Tubi’s YA-ish horror film_, R.L. Stine’s Pumpkinhead 2_, which didn’t even make the Luminate charts like Tubi films usually do, or, should I say, “used to”? Tubi films, most of which are straight-to-streaming, used to reliably make the Luminate film charts (which only covers straight-to-streaming films), but a Tubi film hasn’t made it since August. The first Pumpkinhead got 1.4 million hours last year according to Luminate. As I wrote about this film before, it seems to be a bit muddled in terms of age: too scary for young kids but probably not scary enough for older kids. Speaking of Luminate, Netflix’s latest doc about a comic (expect more docs about comedians all month), Who Is Martin Mull?, flopped, getting just 200K and 700K hours according to Luminate. Three other film/special misses belonged to Hulu, including a standup special, Jamie Foxx: Take Care of Yourself, Neon’s latest horror film, Hokum, which made $17 million in the US, and a Family Guy Halloween special. (That last one was only 22 minutes, so it’s not a surprise it missed.) Finally, another Netflix standup special missed the charts, Mojo Brookzz: I Know You Lying missed too. I can confirm last week’s misses, most notably Paramount+’s Jackass: Best and Last, MUBI’s Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma and HBO Max’s Evil Dead Burn. Television - I Can’t Visualize Nothing: The Kardashians Story Normally, in the mini-dive essays that open the Streaming Ratings Report, I focus on shows that do well or, at the very least, make the charts. Why? Because as I’ve said time and again, I can’t visualize nothing like, say, the Kardashians’ TV shows. Here’s the TV debuts chart for this week with a missing spot for The Kardashians, whose eighth season just landed on Hulu:
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