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Halloween-themed event aims to get youngsters 'excited about science'
GOSHEN — Children in Halloween costumes spent Saturday driving robots, meeting animals and watching chemistry demonstrations at E3 Robotics Center’s sixth annual Science Spooktacular.
Facing the Realities of the Global Energy Crunch
On September 14, American oil executives delivered some alarming news. “The great oil crisis is here.” As the Wall Street Journal explained, “Commercial fuel stocks around the world have been depleting for more than six months, and strategic crude reserves can’t be tapped much further. Attacks last ...
Learning ‘blasts off’ for sixth grade students in St. Jude science lab
Saint Jude School in Mountain Top figuratively transformed its sixth-grade science lab into the International Space Station as a culminating activity for the unit on space and rock, with students taking on the roles of astronauts, engineers, and mission control specialists for a day.
Is Sysco Making Every Restaurant the Same, or Saving Small Business Owners?
Depending on whom you ask, the giant food distributor is flattening the way we eat, or helping small business owners survive. Maybe both are true?
Health Plan Unlocks More Than $10M in Savings in Six Months Using Cohere Health's AI-Powered Pre-Payment Review
Cohere Health®, the leading clinical intelligence and operations platform for health plans, today announced that a Medicare Advantage client identified more than $10 million in savings in six months by finding complex clinical and coding errors in high-cost drug and durable medical equipment claims before payment.
Midterm Elections: Who Is Winning the Race for Congress?
We’re one day away from the midterms. Here’s the state of play.
C2C helps students turn passion into business ventures
The Campus to Community (C2C) student fund program, created by the Center for Student Entrepreneurship (CSE), is designed to help student entrepreneurs take the step from a campus-supported business to a community venture. Students have the opportunity to pitch to receive up to $10,000 in non-equity grant funding. Six student entrepreneurs were selected for the...
For Iowa Journalist Laura Belin, Covering Politics Is a Constant Battle
Laura Belin is an openly liberal journalist in Iowa who has long been shut out by state Republican officials. Now she’s being bypassed by Democrats who favor friendly internet influencers.
76ers Must Ignore Celtics’ Paul George Jaylen Brown Noise
The Celtics are comparing Paul George to Jaylen Brown after a few games. Per The Sixer Sense, those comparisons ignore the real stats and the LeBron factor.
'Bachelor' alum Melissa Rycroft speaks out after second DWI arrest, reveals mental health struggles: 'I need help'
Detroit Pistons ‘Salivating’ Over Kyrie Irving Amid Trade Rumors
The 2026-27 NBA season is still in its infancy, but Kyrie Irving of the Dallas Mavericks has already been the subject of trade rumors.Irving has played in five of the first six games of the season, averaging 21.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.2 steals. He’s also shooting 52.7 percent from the field and […] The post Detroit Pistons ‘Salivating’ Over Kyrie Irving Amid Trade Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.
Mbappe strikes after China controversy as Real Madrid beat Santander
Kylian Mbappe moved on from a tumultuous week by scoring a penalty to help Real Madrid win 3-0 at Racing Santander on Sunday.Earlier Sevilla, sixth, suffered a 3-1 loss at Getafe, who moved into mid-table.
A Democratic Sweep Gives Congress an Opening to Reassert Itself
President Trump usurped power from the legislative branch with Republican help for two years. Democrats are now positioned to try to claw back some of Congress’s prerogatives.
Cubs historical sleuthing: 1966 edition
Six decades have gone by since this scene at Wrigley.
Six climate and health actions could save 1.6 million lives and deliver trillions in benefits each year
Six proven climate and health measures could save 1.6 million lives a year while delivering trillions of dollars in economic and fiscal gains, according to a new World Health Organization (WHO) report released today.
Angry Voters Usher in Beginning of the End to the Trump Era
The electoral backlash extended even into deep red states and indicated that President Trump has lost his hold over the coalition that lifted him to the White House twice.
Trump Says U.S. to End $4 Billion in Aid to Israel at End of Year
The president’s announcement on Election Day, which he said was part of an agreement reached months ago, was a sign of how quickly the politics surrounding Israel have shifted.
15-Minute Lesson Plan: A Teen Tracks Down Over 11,377 Moths
Violet Clinton is doing award-winning entomological field research. Is there a citizen science project you might want to conduct?
California Science Center and NASA JPL Collaboration to Debut at Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center on Nov. 13
The California Science Center and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory are joining forces to showcase six decades of robotic space exploration at the new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center in Los Angeles. Opening November 13, 2026, the Kent Kresa Space Gallery will feature spacecraft models, a restored Ranger lunar probe, Mars rover exhibits and hands-on activities exploring planetary science, exoplanets and future space missions.
Bengals Outlast Titans in OT Thriller, 43-36
Joe Burrow overcame three interceptions and a sluggish start, accounting for six touchdowns to propel Cincinnati past a resilient Tennessee squad in a 79-point offensive explosion.
El-Sayed Celebrates ‘an America Big Enough for All of Us’
In Michigan, Adbul El-Sayed outlasted former Representative Mike Rogers in a Senate campaign marred by ugly attacks.
“Go Ahead & Request That Trade”: NFL Fans React As Justin Jefferson Declines To Speak With Reporters After Vikings’ Loss vs. Lions
Justin Jefferson was visibly unhappy after the Minnesota Vikings’ six-game win streak ended on Sunday. Kevin O’Connell and his team suffered a 19-15 loss on the road at the hands of the Detroit Lions.
Imade & Amani recognised at gala in Barcelona
A special night for Edna Imade and Bernadette Amani: at the sixth Gala Femenina del Fútbol Europeo, organised by Spanish sports newspaper Mundo Deportivo, the Munich duo were among those in the ...
Do Animals Grieve?
The feeling of existential loss was long thought to be uniquely human. But studies of coyotes, cockatoos and other creatures are prompting some scientists to reconsider.
Senator Chris Murphy Is ‘Awake and Alert’ After Suffering a Stroke
The Connecticut senator, who has been campaigning for fellow Democrats, has been viewed as a potential candidate for president in 2028.
Apple's HomeView Ships With Six-Month-Old Software
It is well known that Apple's new HomeView smart home hub was significantly delayed, and there is now yet another piece of evidence: the device will initially ship with six-month-old HomeView software version 26.5, according to AppleDB. When setting up the HomeView, users will be prompted to update to HomeView software version 27.2. When setting up the HomeView, users will be prompted to update to HomeView software version 27.2.
Health violations closed dozens of L.A. County restaurants in October
October was a busy month for Los Angeles County health inspectors, who cited and closed nearly six dozen restaurants and markets because of health code violations. The list includes upscale eaterie…
From science experiments to “exploration at scale”
Panellists from State Street, SIX, Standard Chartered, Calastone and BNP Paribas explain why the industry is moving to tokenisation, and take stock of regulation, technology and infrastructure. Regulators are now a springboard for growth, but client interest still isn’t turning into live products. What’s missing is a use case that pays for itself quickly.
‘The Only Living Pickpocket In New York’ Steals Into Top 10, ‘Everest’ Scales $1M
Sony Pictures Classics’ John Turturro-starring The Only Living Pickpocket in New York by Noah Segan topped $1.9 million in a major week 2 expansion from six to 1,112 screens. The story of an aging New...
Trump Effort to Prove Rampant Noncitizen Voting Leads to Few Charges So Far
Just 236 people have been charged with voting-fraud-related offenses by the Trump administration, despite its unsubstantiated claims that fraud is widespread.
How Will the Midterms Play Out? These Races May Provide Early Clues.
Election results in states where voting ends early could indicate how each party will fare in House and Senate races elsewhere in the country.
Before the Gender Gap Had a Name, Ms. Saw Women’s Political Power Coming: Six Stories From the Archives on the Power of Women Voters
A record 590 women filed to run for the U.S. House during the 2026 election cycle. Women candidates are also poised to make history in gubernatorial races across the country: Deb Haaland could become the nation's first Native American woman governor in New Mexico, while Keisha Lance Bottoms could become the first Black woman governor in U.S. history if elected in Georgia. Yet women still hold only about 28 percent of seats in Congress. And the stakes of this election—from reproductive freedom and immigration enforcement, to voting rights and the future of constitutional equality—extend far beyond the number of women elected. For more than five decades, Ms. has documented the growing power of women voters, candidates and elected officials. We've tracked the gender gap, challenged the barriers facing women in politics and explored what it would mean to build a democracy that represents all of us. These six selections from the Ms. Archive trace that history—from the earliest predictions of women's political power, to today's calls to fundamentally remake American democracy. (Full access to these selections and the entirety of 50+ years of issues of Ms. is available via the Ms. Magazine Archive on ProQuest, from Clarivate.)
Dalton Kincaid totals 86 yards, TD vs. Ravens
Buffalo Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid posted four receptions for 86 yards and a touchdown on six targets in Week 8
NBA power rankings: Rockets and Sixers shoot to top, Knicks drop
In Run-Up to Midterms, Legacy of 2020 Looms Large Over Justice Dept.
The refusal of top department officials to acknowledge Donald J. Trump’s loss that year is the engine driving an intensifying effort to intercede in state administration of elections.
Democrats Head Into Election Day Feeling Hopeful About the Midterms
Chuck Schumer thinks his party has expanded the map.
6 takeaways from Commanders' 27-10 win over Eagles
Six takeaways from the Commanders' 27-10 win over the Eagles.
CVS to Split Off Pharmacy Business, Ending the Healthcare Conglomerate Era
In a breakup planned for 2028, CVS Health intends to split off its pharmacies into a new company, while keeping together its businesses in insurance and pharmacy benefits.
NC State a 4.5-point underdog against Duke
NC State has had a rough time against Duke lately, and I’m not so sure that’s going to change this week. The Pack’s a 4.5-point underdog to the Blue Devils in Vegas, while SP+ has Duke by six. Duke is coming off a 47-2 win over Boston College, which is a very funny final score, […]
Mike Matheson Sidelined and Kids Stepping Up for Montreal Canadiens
On Saturday morning at the Bell Centre in Montreal, the media were given a team injury update that included Mike Matheson sidelined for an additional two weeks with a lower-body injury. This would certainly not be received as good news by the Montreal Canadiens. They have already been functioning without top-six forwards Nick Suzuki and …
Trump Returns to Reflecting Pool, Now Refilled After Botched Renovation
The president will make his closing arguments before the midterm elections at a landmark that came to symbolize his administration’s dysfunction.
Giants see a division opening as the Eagles lose again
The Giants watched the NFC East race get another twist during their bye: Philadelphia lost its sixth straight game, 27-10 […]
Trump hosts Halloween bash, rips legal ally's reported $50M payment
The jungle-theme gala at Mar-a-Lago kicked off the winter social season at the Palm Beach club on Saturday after Trump spoke at six tele-rallies.
What to Know About the 2026 Midterm Elections and the Fight for Congress
Strategists in both parties say it is likely that Democrats will wrest back control of the House, but the battle for the Senate is more complicated.
Police investigating 6 business burglaries on same street in Rogers Park
At least six businesses were broken into on the same street in Rogers Park overnight.
How Troy Jackson Defeated Susan Collins in Maine, Ending Her 30 Year Senate Career
Troy Jackson, a former Democratic state lawmaker, upset Senator Susan Collins, a Republican who had served the state for 30 years.
Nebraska Initiative 442 Election Results 2026: Trans Athletes’ Participation in School Sports
Get live results and maps from the 2026 Nebraska general election.
Final poll: Charlie Crist leads Ken Welch 55% to 35%, and most of St. Pete has already voted
Six in 10 likely voters have already cast a ballot, and Charlie Crist leads them by 21 points.
Rotary 5K goes the distance for students’ mental health
About 200 runners and walkers, ages 6 to 85, laced up their sneakers for the sixth annual Marblehead Rotary 5K, raising money for mental health programs in local public schools. Participants gathered at Crocker Park on a bright Sunday morning before setting off through the Old and Historic District. The race finished back at Crocker
Safari update brings vertical tabs, adaptive dark mode, AI integration
Safari is getting some major feature updates in the 27.3 updates to Apple's operating systems, which are due in December and are appearing in a developer beta today: vertical tabs, an adaptive dark…
Nick Sirianni Reaches Level That Got a Previous Eagles HC Fired
A six-game losing streak and an abysmal offense have Philadelphia spiraling toward a top draft pick, echoing the late-season collapse that ended the legendary Andy Reid era.
Vance, in Break With Trump, Blames Iran War for Republicans’ 2026 Midterm Losses
In a social media post, the vice president offered a critique of the administration’s agenda and messaging in what appeared to be an effort to separate himself from the president.
Republicans’ redistricting strategy is put to the test. Here’s how it’s looking
Republicans are aiming to flip 15 seats in seven states where they redrew maps. Democrats have six pickup opportunities.
CISA Retreats From Election Security Ahead of Midterms
Protecting the vote was once considered among the top priorities of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. Now it barely mentions the issue.
NYT Spelling Bee Answers for November 4, 2026
Feeling stuck on today’s puzzle? We can help.
Let’s figure out Alex Vesia’s contract in free agency
Alex Vesia was a fixture in the Dodgers bullpen for the last six seasons, after getting acquired from the Miami Marlins ahead of the 2021 season. So much so that his 367 games pitched are 13th-most in Dodgers history, and seventh-most among relievers in franchise history. Now, Vesia is one of nine Dodgers free agents, […]
Shohei Ohtani will finish top 3 in NL MVP voting
Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani won’t win the National League MVP award this year, but will finish among the top three in MVP voting for a sixth year in a row. Ohtani was the only Dodger on Monday to be announced among the top three in voting for the five Baseball Writers Association of America […]
76ers Make Early Call On Jaylen Brown’s Status vs Bulls
The Philadelphia 76ers are set to host the Chicago Bulls on Monday, November 2. The status of Jaylen Brown shouldn’t be in question beforehand. When the Sixers released their initial injury report over the weekend, the early call suggested that Brown is set to play against the Bulls. The veteran forward was not listed on […] The post 76ers Make Early Call On Jaylen Brown’s Status vs Bulls appeared first on HEAVY.
Greg Dulcich totals four receptions in Week 8
Miami Dolphins tight end Greg Dulcich posted four receptions for 43 yards on six targets in Week 8
Some Americans Are Fearful of Federal Interference on Election Day
Most voters say they trust that the results of the election will be accurate. But some worry that President Trump will try to sow doubt.
Small Business, Big Impact: Independent Sellers Drive $184 Billion in U.S. GDP
Online shopping now accounts for roughly one in six retail dollars spent. Census Bureau data shows e-commerce spending hit $326.7 billion in the first quarter of 2026. Small and medium […]
Chicago Bulls Could Avoid Joel Embiid vs 76ers On Monday
The Chicago Bulls could catch a break on Monday night. As the Bulls are set to take on the Philadelphia 76ers on November 2, the home team could be without its superstar center, Joel Embiid. According to the official NBA injury report, Embiid is listed as questionable for the action. The Sixers have him listed […] The post Chicago Bulls Could Avoid Joel Embiid vs 76ers On Monday appeared first on HEAVY.
Maple Leafs Make Major Goaltending Decision Ahead of Utah Matchup
The Toronto Maple Leafs return home following a four-game Western road trip where we saw the team go 2-2; however, it seemed as though they left some points on the table. As the Maple Leafs open a six-game homestand on Tuesday against the Utah Mammoth, their practice lineup has made a number of changes, with […] The post Maple Leafs Make Major Goaltending Decision Ahead of Utah Matchup appeared first on HEAVY.
Just six climate actions could save 1.6 million lives a year, WHO says
The WHO is urging governments to scale up six measures to tackle the health impacts of climate change, saying they could save millions of lives while delivering major economic benefits.
Saquon Barkley Vows To Stay With Eagles Despite Trade Rumors
Saquon Barkley says he plans to stay in Philadelphia. Read his direct quotes on the trade rumors and the team's sixth straight loss.
[INTERVIEW] TWS turns members' fears into fan anthem on 'TO US'
Before K-pop boy band TWS began work on its new single album, each of the six members sat down for a one-on-one interview with their agency about w...
Inside the Abdul El-Sayed-Haley Stevens Meltdown in Michigan
The relationship shattered in part because of Israel, but also because of their sensitive egos and hurt feelings. The split had been months in the making.
Pa. Department of Health confirms sixth measles-associated death
Harrisburg, Pa. — An unvaccinated Jefferson County resident has died after testing positive for measles, the Pennsylvania Department of Health announced today. It is the state’s sixth confirmed measles-associated death
A Mineral Fingerprint Taken From Stonehenge Just Deepened the Mystery of Its Ancient Origins
Ice couldn’t have carried the six-tonne slab hundreds of miles. Ancient people had to—and we don't know why.
Six Key Charts Show That Health Care Is The Most Pressing Issue For Americans Headed To The Ballot Box
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Race results for the 11th Congressional District race
Democrat Nancy Mannion, a registered nurse and political newcomer from Manheim Township, is challenging Smucker’s bid for a sixth term.
2026 College Football Playoff Rankings: Week 1
AP Poll Georgia Update Georgia won their sixth straight Cocktail Party, this time in Atlanta and by a final score of 27-8 over Florida. This win, combined with Ohio State’s loss to USC, saw the Dawgs land at #2 in the first College Football Playoff ranking of the season. The first rankings also mean that […]
What Voters Should Know About Possible Problems at the Polls
Despite worries about federal intervention, local and state officials say they are well prepared to run a secure election.
Mali: Still no accountability six months after abduction of pro-democracy politician Mountaga Tall and his son
Malian authorities must urgently disclose the fate and whereabouts of pro-democracy politician Mountaga Tall and his son Cheick Mamadou Tall
Early Voting Turnout Offers Promising Signs for Democrats
Early voting figures tell an incomplete story, but strong turnout among key demographics stood out in critical Senate battlegrounds.
Inaugural ROC Startup Week celebrates Rochester's entrepreneurs and small businesses
Rochester's startup community came together Monday night to kick off the inaugural ROC Startup Week, a six-day celebration of local entrepreneurs, small businesses and innovation.
CVS to Split Off Pharmacy Business, Ending the Healthcare Conglomerate Era
In a breakup planned for 2028, CVS Health intends to split off its pharmacies into a new company, while keeping together its businesses in insurance and pharmacy benefits.
Election Day Could Be a Rainy One in Some Areas
Researchers have found that bad weather can deter certain voters.
Senate Control After the Midterms: Party Switches, Ties and Wild Cards
The likelihood of a slim majority leaves room for several hard-to-predict scenarios that could affect the balance of power.
Lakers’ Luka Doncic Continues His Historic Stretch
After posting an historic stat line on Sunday against Toronto, not even the second night of a home back-to-back could slow down Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic. Just 24 hours after filling up the stat sheet with 45 points, 15 rebounds, six assists, five steals and a block in a 131-125 home victory over …
Bruins Among Teams Talking To Red Wings About Blockbuster Trade
Reports say the Boston Bruins aren’t among the six to eight teams on Dylan Larkin’s list. That said, they want to be, and general manager Don Sweeney is kicking tires.Pierre LeBrun of TSN reports that the Bruins have called the Detroit Red Wings about a Larkin trade. Unfortunately, of the ten teams Larkin’s camp has […] The post Bruins Among Teams Talking To Red Wings About Blockbuster Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
The million-dollar bull business: Forget the cowboys, the bulls are making big money, too
From six-figure prize money to lucrative breeding deals, elite bucking bulls have become the stars of a booming, multimillion-dollar business.
The Last Disney+ Original?
(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 wanted to remind readers about how I plan to keep your trust while I add advertising to this newsletter. As you’ve no doubt noticed, I’m running ads now, but the danger is that it could impact my analysis and writing. I have a list of sponsors on my About Page, so if you think I’m biased, you can check out who’s sponsored this newsletter! This is something that I’m not sure anyone else in digital media does (if you’re a writer or media outlet and you do this, let me know and I’ll shout you out!) but it’s something I’d love to see embraced by the entire industry. Sunlight, i.e. transparency, is often the best disinfectant. Okay, on to this week’s issue. We (finally) have another major Disney+ TV show to talk about, so that’s my main focus for today. Plus, we had a lot of new shows come out, including the fourth seasons of The Diplomat and Tulsa King! And Love is Blind! The Lowdown! Also, four (four!) straight-to-streaming films came out this week, featuring a lot of big names and celebrities, so I’m going to look at those. All that, mixed news for the WNBA, Reacher ends its run on the charts, Skydance does well in September viewership, NYU’s Sundance dominance, 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 October 12th to October 18th, 2026. You can find a link to my terminology here.) Subscribe Television - Disney+’s Porridge Problem Listen, per my headline, VisionQuest isn’t the last Disney+ Original. At least, I’m pretty sure it’s not. They have other MCU shows in development. Well, maybe one: But it sure feels like the end of an era. I’d call it their “porridge too hot” era, to quote myself from The Ringer. I told Ben Lindbergh that Disney+ seemingly couldn’t figure out the right amount of content. In the heights of the Streaming Bubble Era (circa 2019 to 2022), they started releasing an insane amount of TV shows. After their growth slowed, they’re down to two or three shows a year, and that might be down to 1 by 2027. Here’s my TV shows by year chart: Even at the time, I thought Disney was making too many shows (that cost too much). Today? They’re definitely making too few shows (though the budgets are more in check, at least according to the reporting). Porridge too hot, porridge too cold; too many shows, now not enough. Which makes evaluating VisionQuest so interesting. This show didn’t have a great lead-in, whether it be a Marvel Cinematic Universe film (the last non-Sony-produced-Spider-Man flick came out The Fantastic Four from July of 2025) or Marvel Cinematic Universe TV show (the two this year were Wonder Man back in January and _Daredevil: Born Again_in May, both of which underwhelmed). And so far, VisionQuest hasn’t quite recaptured the MCU Originals glory, but it has some signs of sparks. First, it made Samba TV, though at a lowly ninth place. At least it made it, a feat some other Marvel shows didn’t accomplish. (Ironheart landed on the Samba TV charts one week at tenth place, but Wonder Man and Daredevil: Born Again both missed.) VisionQuest also made Luminate, though with only 3.0 and 7.6 million hours. But it missed Nielsen in its first week. The best news might be its 7.8 on IMDb, on 12K reviews so far, great numbers, even for a superhero show. Looking at those numbers, this show will really need to pick up in future weeks—and it may since it’s coming out weekly—or Disney will have another disappointment on its hands. Disney+ binge-released their last few shows to try to boost numbers, but that meant shows like Iron Heart and Wonder Man didn’t last long on the charts. _Daredevil: Born Again’s_last season missed entirely (though it came out weekly). Here’s the Disney+ Originals by totals: And for a fun new look, here are those same shows, rearranged by the years they came out: That really shows that, in addition to Disney+ releasing fewer shows, those shows just don’t hit like they once did. If I had to offer one main explanation, it’s that Marvel Studios moved away from characters who starred in the Avengersmovies (The Scarlett Witch, Vision, Hawkeye, Loki, Falcon, Winter Soldier) to characters who didn’t (Moon Knight, She-Hulk, Iron Heart, Wonder Man, Daredevil). It sounds trite, but more popular IP tends to do better than less popular IP. In Marvel’s case, beloved, decades-old characters trump newer ones. And yes, I think this is a problem for Disney. The failure of Marvel TV shows to linger for weeks on the charts, unlike in 2021 and 2022, explains why Disney’s share of the charts has plummeted: That’s a strategic issue. Yes, these shows are really expensive, but without them, Disney+ will struggle, especially if Disney+ keeps raising prices AND licenses out its shows non-exclusively. My recommendation? Return to the core value proposition, which is Disney+ as “genre HBO”. The goal is six shows a year, coming out weekly, spaced out throughout the year. When a show hits, keep it coming back. Make three to four of those shows Marvel or Star Wars, and fill out the rest with IP swings like Percy Jackson, Goosebumps or something like National Treasure. And make YA-skewing shows like Coven Academy to fill out the schedule. Disney, you can get this porridge just right, er, make the right number of shows. Quick Notes on TV Netflix’s sophomore, er, junior, er, senior season slump abated very, very slightly this week. I speak of The Diplomat, which returned for its fourth season on 15-Oct. Credit where credit is due, this show debuted in April of 2023, and has put out new seasons every year since. Has that helped the viewership? Not really. This season opened to 16.4 million hours, which is down significantly from the first season (21.7 million hours) and down somewhat from the second season (18.0 million hours), but it is up from last year’s 14.2 million hours opening. On Samba TV, it opened to third place; that’s also very good. On Luminate, it opened to 25.0 million hours, which is good, but over thirty million hours is a hit on that platform. Netflix wisely renewed it, since it’s steady and, frankly, Netflix needs hits.1 Paramount+ put out Tulsa King’s fourth season on a Friday. After putting out most of their big, usually-Taylor Sheridan-scripted shows out on Sundays last year, they’ve clearly moved to Fridays going forward. Was this a thought-out strategic change, Netflix mimicry, or a data-inspired move? Tough to say. Fridays are crowded with new movies, but so are Sundays with new shows. Anyways, this one is coming out weekly, and we haven’t seen it hit the Nielsen or Luminate charts yet. But it did make Samba TV at fifth place, which is a good opening. Still, if this doesn’t make Luminate or Nielsen next week, I’d call it a disappointment. Netflix had two unscripted shows hit the charts this week, one a docu-series and one a reality competition show. Tyson is a four-episode docu-series about one of boxing’s most popular fighters, and it made both the Samba TV and Luminate charts, but not Nielsen. That’s a solid run for only four episodes (assuming it didn’t cost an arm and a leg to produce). Netflix’s latest season of Love Is Blind also returned for its eleventh season, which opened to 10.0 million hours, down from previous seasons. It also had 11.0 million hours according to Luminate, roughly in line with the Nielsen numbers. Last issue, I analyzed the triple successes of Below, Carrie and Crystal Lake, noting that all three have done well. I mostly used Nielsen, but all three shows also made Samba TV (see above). Crystal Lake in particular did very well on Luminate, getting 35.0 million hours, top for Peacock among first seasons: The top “show” of the week would have been Thursday Night Football again, at 41.7 million hours. This is still above last year’s game, but it continues the season’s overall downward trend, which happens every year. (Though a big week is coming, based on the news stories I’ve seen.) As I said before, I’ll do a deeper dive on all the October games later this month, with comparisons to previous years. One company is quietly on a roll, when you consider the shows it makes and streams. I speak of Skydance—a point Variety made—noting that it produces Neagley and Reacher for Amazon, along with Paramount+’s Lioness, which means it produced three of the top four shows of September according to Nielsen. By the way, Neagley fell off the Nielsen charts after four weeks, which is a pinch short for how well it started, but it’s still a huge success. (Interestingly, it finished just 7.3 million hours ahead of the cancelled Ride or Die.) The point, though, which I’ve made before, is that Prime Video still has a problem with how many co-productions it buys, most notably _The Boys_from Sony and Reacher/Jack Ryan from Skydance. It’s not a critical flaw—everyone licenses shows—but Amazon still struggles to make its own hits. Reacher finally fell off the Nielsen charts, so here’s its final rank for season four: 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… ...An example of the algorithm NOT picking a film… …whether or not Netflix buys shows simply for the movie poster… ...if East of Eden is above the Obliterated Line... ...what four star-studded straight-to-streaming films didn’t chart... ...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.
Russia Senses Opportunity in Polish Political Turmoil
After its sometime allies were ousted in elections in Hungary and Serbia, Moscow has seized on Poland’s constitutional standoff in its effort to weaken Europe’s support for Ukraine.
‘I'm finding my footing': Jaylen Brown's role taking shape with Sixers
Brown is complementing Philadelphia’s stars, attacking the glass and setting a “non-negotiable” defensive standard during the Sixers’ 7-1 start.
Why Did Snakes Lose Their Legs? And 9 More Animal Mysteries
There are more than 1.5 million known zoological species on Earth, with at least as many enigmas. Here are our top 10.
A NASA Telescope Is Predicted to Crash Back to Earth Within Hours
The space agency estimates that there is a one-in-2,100 chance that debris from the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory could injure someone on the ground.
Who Is Jason Turkish, Haley Stevens’s Fiancé?
Mr. Turkish, 39, is a longtime Democratic donor and disability rights lawyer. He endorsed Republican Mike Rogers for U.S. Senate on Wednesday.
Grand Jury Rejects Trump Administration’s Effort to Charge Individual With Voter Fraud
The rejection demonstrates the department’s harried push to prove President Trump’s unsubstantiated claims of rampant voter fraud.
The million-dollar bull business: Forget the cowboys, the bulls are making big money, too
From six-figure prize money to lucrative breeding deals, elite bucking bulls have become the stars of a booming, multimillion-dollar business.
Who is TWS? The group answers in heartfelt letters sent to fans and 'To Us.'
The six-member Pledis boy band reflects on its growth, fan bond and ambitions for bigger stages through its new single album.
Denzel Boston targeted career-high 11 times vs. Steelers
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Denzel Boston posted six receptions for 37 yards on 11 targets in Week 8
Adam Schefter Reveals Strong Bengals Trade Pivot
The Cincinnati Bengals are reportedly one of the six teams that have made an aggressive offer to the Indianapolis Colts for running back Jonathan Taylor. However, Adam Schefter mentioned that if the Colts do trade Taylor, there will be five teams that are looking to pivot, and the Bengals would be one of those teams. […] The post Adam Schefter Reveals Strong Bengals Trade Pivot appeared first on HEAVY.
Democrats Show Strength in Final Days of Race for the Senate, New Polls Find
Democrats are up in Michigan, Texas, Kansas, Maine and Ohio, have an edge in Alaska and are effectively tied with Republicans in Iowa, new New York Times/Siena polls found.
“Bro Really Said the New Standard is Mediocrity”: Fans Troll Dabo Swinney as he Proudly Makes “Six Wins” Claim for Clemson
Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney has sparked a debate after highlighting the program’s record of consistency. Speaking ahead of the Tigers’ upcoming matchup against Syracuse, Swinney pointed out that Clemson is chasing its sixth win of the 2026 season.
How the Stock Market Is Reacting to the Midterm Elections
U.S. stock futures fell as the first results came in, but later traded higher as investors assessed the outlook for artificial intelligence and other key sectors as the balance of power shifts in Washington.
Week 8 inactives for Bears
Bears have declared six players inactive for Week 8
Elsie Hewitt shares sweet photo with ex Pete Davidson and their daughter on Halloween
Elsie Hewitt shared a sweet Halloween photo of herself with ex Pete Davidson and their daughter, Scottie, six months after their breakup and her claim she was ‘doing it on my own.’
6 injured in shooting near Dickson Street entertainment district in Fayetteville, Ark., hours after homecoming football game
Police are searching for suspects after six people were hospitalized following an early Sunday morning shooting near Dickson Street, the bustling nightlife and entertainment district adjacent to the University of Arkansas campus.
3 Signs Of Growth As Joan Beringer Starts Against Spurs
With Rudy Gobert out with back spasms, Joan Beringer started for the Timberwolves against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs on Saturday. Beringer's start was hardly an unqualified success, as Wembanyama went off for 43 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and six blocks, and the Spurs won 121-111. But there were still a few positive signs …