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What Should Fans Expect From Bogdan Bogdanovic This Season?
After a surprising free agency signing, the Serbian sniper must overcome age and injury history to crack Houston's crowded rotation and prove his health under Ime Udoka. If not, he can hopefully still be a good veteran presence for someone like Reed Sheppard.
Five Swing Factors That Will Define the Ravens’ Season
Lamar Jackson and Nnamdi Madubuike’s health, among other things, will be paramount in determining whether the Ravens can meet Super Bowl expectations in 2026.
These wolves in Alaska ate all the deer. Then, they did something unexpected
Wolves on an Alaskan island are showing a remarkable adaptation.
State lawmakers are worried about PG&E's plan to spend less money on projects
California lawmakers and Gov. Newsom face a new hurdle amid the debate over wildfire liability as the state's largest power company prepares to spend billions less than expected on energy projects it had promised.
Clemson Continues to Fall
Clemson continues to fall as they suffer a crushing defeat to LSU 51-10 Saturday night. It was the outcome many expected, but it looked much worse than we could’ve imagined. Dabo Swinney’s team looked completely outmatched, especially in the trenches. This was the largest deficit the program has faced in Swinney’s tenure. Lane Kiffin’s team …
College Football Has a New Nightmare Duo
We knew Malachi Toney was special. We knew Darian Mensah could play. I don’t think anyone expected them to look this ridiculous together immediately. Miami absolutely destroyed Stanford 45-6 on Friday night, and Mensah and Toney looked like they had been playing together for years. Mensah completed 27 of 30 passes for 401 yards and…
Ten Thoughts From An Overwhelming of Tennessee State
On paper, Georgia was an overwhelming favorite before Saturday’s opener against Tennessee State. The Bulldogs handled their business like you’d expect, and the Tigers presented themselves like a lower-level FCS program trying to rebuild. It all added up to a rout of a victory for Georgia, 63-3. Here are ten thoughts, observations and more for […]
Penn State Opens as Large Favorite Over Temple
Penn State faced Marshall as a 23.5-point favorite in week one, crushing expectations with a 45-0 victory. They have now opened as Temple with the same line – as a 23.5-point favorite in week two over the Owls. The Nittany Lions kicked off the Matt Campbell era with a satisfying shutout victory, with strong performances […]
German business worried over possible far-right AfD election victory
Executives and business experts expect major difficulties for the economy in a German state where the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) seems poised for victory in a keenly watched election on S...
Dolphins’ new-look secondary has something to prove in 2026
The Miami Dolphins' young cornerback trio enters 2026 with high expectations and a chance to establish itself as a strength of their defense.
5 Bold Predictions for the New England Patriots’ 2026 Season
The New England Patriots enter the 2026 regular season with heightened expectations and the firepower to reach them. Here are five bold predictions for the Foxboro faithful this fall.
49ers’ Fred Warner, Dre Greenlaw Get Key Rams Game Message
The San Francisco 49ers have a major question mark on defense regarding their pass rush. Nick Bosa is expected to play in Week 1 against the Los Angeles Rams on Sept. 10 in Australia. Nonetheless, apart from the pass rush that’s leaning heavily on Bosa, a Niners reporter sees two other players who need to […] The post 49ers’ Fred Warner, Dre Greenlaw Get Key Rams Game Message appeared first on HEAVY.
'The victories will come'
Fulham enjoyed a better expected goals (xG) of 3.13 than Crystal Palace (1.97), and also ran Chelsea close on the opening weekend. It led to booing from some Fulham fans, as well as chants questioning the team's performance. Alvaro Arbeloa will be no stranger to pressure.
Business secretary to meet Jaguar Land Rover boss as thousands of job cuts expected
The company is struggling with the impact of tariffs as well as the fallout from a major cyber attack last year.
A's Switch Up Pitching Staff After Yet Another Injury
As expected, Jack Perkins is back with the A's a day after being optioned. Seth Johnson joins him, after a solid stint in Triple-A.
The GLP-1 Squeeze: How Soaring Healthcare Costs Are Forcing Employers to Act
New survey results from the consultancy firm Marsh released last week show that employers expect per-employee health benefit costs to increase 8.2% on average in 2027—which would be the highest jump since 2003.
Caesars Entertainment (CZR) Stock Could Be Undervalued As Shares Fell 72%
Caesars Entertainment stock has delivered a steep 71.5% decline over the past five years, yet current checks point to a company that screens cheap on both intrinsic value estimates and market multiples. The share price has fallen 71.5% over the past five years, which leaves long term holders with heavy losses and raises the question of whether the current price reflects overly low expectations. The key upside driver is whether Caesars Entertainment can convert its gaming and digital...
Should US Court Scrutiny of Prediction Markets Require Action From Flutter Entertainment (FLUT) Investors?
In recent weeks, Flutter Entertainment has seen sentiment improve as the prospect of a US Supreme Court review of sports prediction markets and fresh analyst coverage refocused attention on its core US sports betting exposure and broader global portfolio. This shift comes after a very large reset in expectations over the past year, leaving valuation metrics suggesting the business screens as relatively inexpensive while ongoing regulatory and legal uncertainties remain central to how...
Jones defense holds off late Evans surge in Soul Bowl
Jones football coaches have pretty much come to the expectation that the defense is going to win games for the Tigers, at least in the early part of the season. That was quite evident at Evans on Saturday afternoon in this year’s edition of the Soul Bowl. The Jones defense came up with a third-quarter goal-line stand, had seven sacks and added an interception, wreaking havoc on the Trojans’ ...
Xiaomi 18 Fold: New colors officially revealed
Xiaomi has unveiled two new colors for its upcoming 18 Fold, joining the previously revealed red model. Set to launch in China on September 7, the foldable is expected to feature high-brightness displays, Leica-branded cameras, the new Xring O3 chipset and a 6,000mAh battery.
Arch Manning Reveals Texas Legend Helping Him Handle Massive Pressure
Texas quarterback Arch Manning has never had the luxury of developing quietly.The Manning name, his status as a former No. 1 recruit and the expectations attached to playing quarterback at Texas have ensured nearly every performance is examined closely. That pressure became especially noticeable early in Manning’s first full season as the Longhorns’ starter in […] The post Arch Manning Reveals Texas Legend Helping Him Handle Massive Pressure appeared first on HEAVY.
Have Rangers Relied Too Much on Unexpected Contributors?
The Texas Rangers have gotten plenty from unexpected contributors this season, but not enough from some of their usual best bets.
Does the Miami Heat's Veteran Depth Push Ryan Conwell Out?
As championship expectations soar the Miami Heat, rookie Ryan Conwell faces a crowded depth chart. A G League stint could be the key to refining elite scoring potential.
5 Huge Reveals To Expect From Nintendo’s Zelda Anniversary Direct
It could be a legendary event
iPhone Handoff will seamlessly share one number between two phones
iPhone Handoff is expected to launch as part of iOS 27 later this month.
A Look at Steph Curry's Expected Contract Extension With Warriors
Curry has been able to sign a two-year max extension for a week, and an ESPN insider would not be surprised if he took every dollar of it.
LSU and Southern face spotty showers before kickoff
Both the LSU Tigers and Southern Jags face similar weather forecasts featuring spotty showers and isolated thunderstorms that are expected to taper off around kickoff.
Analysis: Emery's side lack cutting edge
Aston Villa arrived at MKM Stadium still searching for their first shot on target, goal and point of the season - against a defence who were yet to concede this season. Nicolas Jackson's movement caused problems for the Hull backline and Villa created enough openings while generating an expected goals (xG) of 1.74, compared to Hull's xG of 0.58. The striker's departure to Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal in the final week of the transfer window was always going to leave a void and Villa continue to search for a new identity after the arrival of a host of new names.
Rams Reacts: Aaron Donald’s return benefits young defensive line most
Followers of the Los Angeles Rams expect Aaron Donald to greatly benefit the entire defensive line. Makes sense.
Interview: Gearing up for Charm City Live with the Mayor's Office of Arts, Culture and Entertainment
Jenyne Donaldson chats with The Mayor's Office of Arts, Culture and Entertainment about what visitors can expect at Charm City Live 2026
Reactions: “Where Dortmund play, there’s always drama!”
Managing Director for Sport Lars Ricken (in the mixed zone): “Wherever Dortmund play, things happen! It was the same against Hamburg. After it went to 2:0, you couldn’t necessarily expect that any...
😳 Tottenham make unwanted history after goalless Forest draw
As one of the biggest spenders in world football this summer, Tottenham came into the season with expectations of pulling themselves out of the muck and back into big-time in the Premier League.The Lo...
Have we got our Galaxy completely wrong? Scientists just worked out it's much wider than they thought | BBC Sky at Night Magazine
New measurements of our Milky Way Galaxy show its spiral arms lie up to 10 per cent farther away than expected.
Detroit Lions fans pick favorite for RB2 role
Detroit Lions fans discuss who they expect to take on the majority of RB2 snaps now that Isiah Pacheco is on IR.
Bucs Insider Delivers Harsh Prediction for Bucs Star WR
Most expectations are for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers‘ second-year wide receiver Emeka Egbuka to take over the team’s passing attack. However, while Scott Reynolds of Pewter Report definitely could see Egbuka as a leading receiver, he does not think it is quite so clear-cut. Reynolds made a prediction that, because of an early turf toe […] The post Bucs Insider Delivers Harsh Prediction for Bucs Star WR appeared first on HEAVY.
Top Stories: 'Surprise and Shine' Apple Event Preview, John Ternus Takes Over, and More
After years of rumors, the highly anticipated foldable iPhone is almost here, but that's not all we're expecting to see at next week's big event, and we've got full coverage of expectations for the "Surprise and Shine" event.
Gary Neville predicts the outcome of Arsenal v Chelsea
Gary Neville has predicted how he expects the Chelsea-Arsenal game to end as two unbeaten clubs prepare to meet in the Premier League this weekend.Arsenal secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Ast...
Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes steps down
Liverpool have confirmed the departure of sporting director Richard Hughes, will sources telling ESPN he is expected to take up a similar role at Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal.
Phillies' second-ranked prospect to make return from injury
The Philadelphia Phillies' second-ranked prospect is expected to return to the diamond on Saturday evening.
Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes leaves position, expected to join Al Hilal
Hughes, 47, worked for two-and-a-half years at Anfield and the club are expected to look at internal candidates to replace him.
There May Not Be an iPhone 18 This Year
Apple is expected to announce several products at its September event next week—including a folding phone—but the iPhone 18 might not be among them. It would be a first for the company.
Over 65,000 fans to attend Roma-Atalanta
Roma is preparing to face Atalanta. Two teams in opposing forms are expected at the Olimpico, but both teams are aiming for three points on a day packed with big matches. Tonight – September 5 – a...
'Spicy' qualifying expected for Monza: 'More extreme this year'
Racing Bulls' Yuki Tsunoda expects an especially 'spicy' qualifying session at the Italian Grand Prix. For the second weekend in a row, Tsunoda is in action in Formula 1.
Luciano Spalletti reveals his first thoughts about Juventus’ new signing
Luciano Spalletti has discussed what he expects from Nick Woltemade, including the areas where the German attacker needs to improve after spending time with him on the training pitch.Woltemade made a ...
Sampaguita Pictures actress Jean Lopez dies at 86
Photo from Instagram/@ barbicastelvi Veteran performer worked alongside many of Philippine cinema’s leading stars during the 1960s Veteran Sampaguita Pictures actress Jean Lopez, who appeared alongside some of Philippine cinema’s leading stars during the 1960s, died Sept. 1, her family said. She was 86. Her daughter Barbi Castelvi announced the death on social media, describing it as sudden and unexpected.…
Venice Immersive Celebrates 10 Years of XR Evolution and the Growth of Location-Based Entertainment
Ten editions in, Venice Immersive has plenty to celebrate — just don’t expect the new-media showcase to spend much time looking back. “We’re not planning any retrospectives,” Venice Immersive counselo...
Georgia Enters 2026 With Massive Expectations in Athens
Every year, the expectations are enormous in Athens. But heading into the 2026 season, the Georgia Bulldogs have another opportunity to prove they are still one of the premier programs in college football. Kirby Smart has built Georgia into one of the most consistent teams in the country. The Bulldogs have won at least 11…
Michigan vs. Western Michigan: Game Preview and Prediction
Michigan is expected to roll the Broncos of Western Michigan, but what will it look like?
Alcaraz knows health a big part of his success
NEW YORK — Feeling better than he expected after a four-month absence, Carlos Alcaraz is planning to take more breaks during the tennis season. Alcaraz returned to play at the U.S. Open after being sidelined since April by a right wrist injury. The defending champion advanced to the fourth round Friday with a 6-3, 6-4, […]
4 bold predictions for the Chargers' defense in 2026
From defensive takeaways to star-studded performances, these four bold predictions showcase how we expect the Chargers' defense to perform in 2026.
Steelers' Aaron Rodgers details main goal for his eventual retirement
The 2026 NFL season is expected to be Aaron Rodgers' last. The 42-year-old's main goal in retirement will be to start a family with his wife.
What To Expect From Phoenix Suns in 2026–27 Season
Rising stars battle for frontcourt minutes while Jordan Ott eyes Coach of the Year honors as Phoenix looks to solidify its playoff standing in a competitive West.
iPhone Ultra, iPhone 18 Pro, and More: Apple's September 9 Event Preview
Apple's September event will take place on Wednesday, September 9 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time. Apple will announce its 2026 iPhone lineup, and this year is a big one. Along with the slab-style iPhones we've been using for years, Apple is going to debut its first foldable device. We'll also get new Apple Watches, a new set of AirPods, and possibly some other surprises. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.
15 discouraging hours with Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and 10 brilliant ones with He Who Watches
In the last few weeks, while playing some video games that I might review, I emailed two cries for help. I sent the first to a rep for Capcom, confessing that the company’s samurai game Onimusha Way of the Sword (out today for PC and console) was crushing me. “Feels like I’m playing ‘hard’ mode, not ‘normal,’” I wrote. “And I don’t want to have to knock it down to “story”. I’m exploring, trying to level my gear, but these two-phase boss fights with no mid-fight checkpoints are brutal.” I wagered I was only about halfway through the game, if that. I wasn’t sure I could keep up with the steepening difficulty curve. Was I missing something? Then, on Monday, I took some photos of some puzzles that were baffling me in the mind-bending He Who Watches (out now on PC), wrote out lengthy descriptions of how I’d been trying to solve them and asked Bobby Vanden, the game’s solo developer, for a nudge in the right direction. I told Vanden I’d spent hours on these puzzles. “I’m stuck in triplicate,” I told him. Could he tell me if the solutions I was attempting were even on the right track? I didn’t mention that the puzzles—coupled with major time pressures from other work—were stressing me out so much that playing the game was giving me headaches. This double dose of panic was unusual. I’m used to managing a workload full of reporting and reviewing, used to a crowded schedule and the need to stay calm amid the bustle. But I was stressed about these games. No one was forcing me to review them, nor even play them. I’d simply found them interesting enough to start, hoped they’d be interesting enough to write about and I’d sunk hours into them assuming I’d made the right call. Suddenly, however, I felt trapped. I was emailing for a way out. Above: This guy took me about an hour to beat. The feedback I got from Capcom confirmed my fears. They didn’t say it, but I will: Onimusha Way of the Sword is not for me. It’s a brutally hard game in need of a normal difficulty level. It’s a game that spikes so severely during its abundant boss fights—yet offers such flawed ways to improve when outside of them—that it feels like a bait-and-switch. In the new Onimusha, you play as famed samurai Musashi Miyamoto, aided by a magical soul-absorbing gauntlet that is possessed by a lady who offers advice. (Way of the Sword is a continuation of Capcom’s long-dormant Onimusha series, but that set-up had me wondering if the company was cribbing from their ill-fated Bionic Commando reboot; read about “wife-arm” when you get a chance). Way of the Sword is partially set in 17th century Kyoto, an explorable city where Miyamoto can fight demons, help civilians and eventually rescue ghostly dogs. The city evolves over time, with new mini adventures and obtainable loot on offer, all feeding into systems that promise to upgrade your gear and sword-fighting skills. Upgrades, however, are so incremental as to be imperceptible, causing the exploration of Kyoto to feel like inconsequential busywork. From that hub, players can go on linear missions into forests and old temples, where they will encounter many of the game’s tough bosses. Combat in Way of the Sword is akin to many modern melee games. Players are asked to mix attacks with dodges and parries. They’re encouraged to deplete an enemy’s stamina bar in order to do greater damage to its health bar. The old Onimusha games’ signature move was the issen, a counter-attack so sudden it’s all but pre-emptive. You strike just as they begin to strike toward you, beating them to the cut. By definition, the issen is a high risk move, leaving you wide open to pain. It feels risky in the game, especially against bosses, who can maul you in just a few blows. A game might train you to perform an issen well by offering a variety of lesser enemies who are not as tough as the boss but get close. Or it might offer a toehold against bosses by saving or checkpointing the player’s progress when a boss’ first health bar has been destroyed and before the second health bar appears. It might offer the less skilled player a chance to over-level their character, should the player simply commit to playing through its optional sidequests. Way of the Sword does none of this. Fighting its trivially easy grunt enemies and then its ferociously adept bosses is like playing a game of chess where I’ve got a rook, while the opposing side is all pawns and five queens. Bosses simply don’t checkpoint. You may be able to clear a boss’ first phase without taking much damage. Good for you. Do it again, every time you fail the second phase. As for the the central Kyoto hub, I kept pace with all of its added side activities and never felt like I was overpowered. Bosses could still easily buckle me. The new Onimusha, I concluded, is just too discouraging to keep playing. The advice I got from Capcom had been well-intentioned. They reminded me of the game’s various systems. They alerted me to an optional assist that flashes recommended button inputs (basically: counter this move; dodge that move). It was a little helpful. So was dropping down to “story mode,” which I tried last night. Story mode turns on those button prompts by default. It makes countering and dodging way too easy, nearly automatic. I don’t consider myself a master of action games like these, but I’ve cleared the likes of God of War, Stellar Blade, Star Wars Jedi and others of sub-Sekiro difficulty and had a fun time doing so. Not here. Not yet. Unless they patch Onimusha: Way of the Sword and add a middle difficulty or just checkpoint the damn bosses when they’re between health bars, my streak of loving Capcom games released in 2026 will likely end at two. It’s a shame, because I was having a good time finding those ghostly dogs. And then there’s He Who Watches, a phenomenal first person puzzle game with Portal vibes, except instead of a portal gun you’ve got a magical bow that shoots one arrow that can activate switches or be used to drag blocks. The twist is an actual twist: you can also walk on walls and the ceiling, reorienting gravity as you do, thereby placing blocks onto those other surfaces. Walking on walls and ceilings to solve problems is really the best thing. Would that I could in reality. He Who Watches consists of locked-room challenges, each brief enough to only require about a minute to actually solving, though it will take five, 10, eventually 30 minutes to figure out said solutions. They are not obvious! It’s a game of layered mechanics and shocking solutions. For example, see if you can follow this: You can drag a block to a wall. Then you can walk on the wall, which now feels like the floor, and drag that block across the wall. Later, back on the floor, you might realize you can look up. The block is still on the wall, stuck to it. You can shoot your magic arrow to its underside. Doing so creates a tether, so that you can yank the block off the wall and carry it, as if it were a balloon, into the spot where you need it to be to solve the puzzle. Here, watch Vanden explain some of the game’s basics in this launch trailer: As with any great puzzle game, the solutions to He Who Watches’ puzzles elicit relief and amazement. Oh my god, that worked! I didn’t even think that could be possible! Learning to solve the game’s puzzles feels like learning magic. But, oh, does the game get hard. Its Steam reviews, mostly glowing, are full of players remarking how quickly He Who Watches made them sweat. Wrote one: “loving this one already although my brain is hurting!” Wrote another: “As you get further in the game it feels like you need an IQ level of at least 120+.” Vanden has shown some mercy. Each locked room puzzle includes an optional junior version of the puzzle, meant to teach you. Difficulty nevertheless ramps severely. By the time I was emailing Vanden for help, I was struggling to even clear one of the hint puzzles. When I messaged him, my stress was exacerbated by strange things I’d found in the game’s various hubs: suspicious passageways, odd blocks and some intriguing locked doors. These were hints of secrets, I realized, yet I sensed I needed to play further into the game to understand them. I was stuck, but I wanted to see the rest. Vanden offered to give me the exact solutions, to solve those three puzzles for me, but first he gave four nudges. Three were for the specific puzzles, but his best hint was for all and ultimately proved to be a terrific life lesson: go back a bit, he suggested. Do the puzzles right before those. They were teaching you something. Focus on what their lesson was. Don’t rush, in other words. Recognize what you’ve accomplished. Build off of that. I did so. I absorbed the lessons. I saw those three tough puzzles in a new light. I solved one the night after he wrote back, another the morning after. I left a third for another time. I didn’t need it and I wanted to plunge deeper into the game, closer to the moment when I was sure I could start unlocking those secret doors. My head stopped hurting, too. He Who Watches feels special. It’s got more challenges, and I’m undeterred. It’s also nice that its puzzles don’t have a surprise second health bar. Game File is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe Item 2: In brief… 🎮 Ilari Kuittinen, co-founder of Helsinki-based Housemarque (Super Stardust HD, Resogun, Returnal) has stepped down from his studio, after a 31-year run, saying he’s “ taking a rare and well-deserved breather.” Sony purchased Housemarque in 2021, and the studio released its newest game, Saros, earlier this year. Trend-watch: Sony-owned Insomniac saw its founder Ted Price retire in early 2025, after a 30-year run. Sony-owned Sucker Punch saw its co-founder Brian Fleming step down in late 2025, after a 28-year run. 👀 Savvy Games Group chief Brian Ward is stepping down from the Saudi-government-backed games conglomerate, Bloomberg reports. No word on a long-term successor yet, nor if this augurs any closer integration between Savvy and Electronic Arts. EA was purchased by a consortium led by Saudi’s sovereign wealth fund, in early August. 💿 Square Enix has denied a Japanese media report that the company was planning to go private. In very different Square Enix news, the company revealed that the physical version of Final Fantasy VII: Revelation, the April 2027 finale of its radical remakes of FFVII, will include just one disc in its case, requiring a download for the rest. The first two FFVII remakes in the trilogy shipped on two discs apiece. While Square hasn’t commented on the reason why, a feature here in Game File last month broke down the processes and costs for physical games. The expense of a second disc comes out of the game publisher’s cut of each copy. Square could be saving in excess of a dollar a copy with this move. 🟥 Grand Theft Auto IV’s 26-minute ’‘extended look” gameplay showcase that premiered on Netflix last week—and was exclusive to the platform for six hours—drew 31.1 million views in its first four days, the streamer announced. (Netflix calculates views as total viewed hours divided by runtime; excludes replays). Compared to YouTube: The version that later premiered on Rockstar Games’ YouTube channel is sitting at 22.6 million views after seven days (YouTube’s more liberal counting system tallies anyone who viewed even just the first few second.) Compared to other Netflix mega-events: Last year, Stranger Things season 5’s first four episodes, which debuted together, drew a record 59.6 million views in their first few days on Netflix. For more of a live event type of comparison, in 2024, the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson boxing match drew 65 million concurrent streams as it happened; Netflix didn’t release live numbers for the GTA premiere. ☁️ Microsoft is changing the way it charges for cloud gaming, from an all-you-can-play offer for Xbox Game Pass subscribers, to caps for the subscription’s tiers (15 hours per month at the Ultimate tier), with the option to buy more hours in bulk beyond that. The company also said it will sell batches of cloud gaming time to non-Game Pass subscribers, details TBA. Microsoft does not release figures for cloud game usage, but said its changes would impact 4% of Game Pass subscribers. That implies a small portion of its subscribers exceed the 15-hour monthly mark. Cloud gaming offers the promise of playing games without the need for console or PC hardware, as the graphics, sound and controls are all transmitted via a streaming connection. Microsoft notes that its cloud gaming service can be used for a range of things, including Xbox One players using it to play newer-gen Xbox Series games via streaming; and people playing games via streaming, sans any console, “in markets where consoles are less available or affordable.” (That latter use case could even be relevant in Xbox’s home market soon, as console prices keep rising.) Take Two Interactive chairman Strauss Zelnick recently told investors he expects game-streaming tech, which has been only lightly adopted by gamers for over a decade, to be widely used within three years. 🇺🇸 The Trump administration has published multiple agenda-driven web video games to the White House’s website. One called Build The Wall partially clones Tetris as it asks players to build a wall to stop a “zombie border siege.” While actual Tetris involves clearing lines and basically not building a wall, the Trump-backed game omits the line-clearing aspect (and omits the fun as well). On Instagram, Tetris’ official license holders reacted by stating: “At Tetris we believe in the power of connection and bringing people together, not dividing them. To our fans everywhere: we love you, we see you, and we’re grateful to have you in our community. P.S. The Tetris Company was not involved in the creation of ‘Build the Wall.’ P.P.S.: We take copyright infringement very seriously.” Item 3: The week ahead: Tuesday, September 8 Game releases: Mewgenics (consoles; already out on PC) is an engrossing tactical combat game (with cats). It is getting its console port right after the release of a Star Wars tactics game and ahead of the late September launch of a Fire Emblem–a bumper crop for the genre. Wanderburg (PC) is an auto-shooting game like Vampire Survivors, but you’re a castle on wheels Event: Nintendo airs a 30-minute Nintendo Direct (10am ET) focused on The Legend of Zelda’s 40th Anniversary. A full unveiling of the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time is expected. Will they also show footage from next year’s live action movie? Tease the next big 3D Zelda? Add Link to Mario Kart World? Shadow-drop a new Tingle game? Wednesday, September 9 Event: Nintendo again! On this day, they’re planning to air a 45-minute Nintendo Direct (10am ET) focused on games heading to Switch 2 this winter. Followed by about an hour of gameplay demoed by the company’s Treehouse team. The September Nintendo Directs are always some of the year’s biggest. The 2025 edition included announcements of several major 2026 Switch/Switch 2 games: Pokémon Pokopia, Mario Tennis Fever, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Fire Emblem Fortune’s Weave. Plus the return of the Virtual Boy. Friday, September 11 Game release: EA Sports NHL 27 (PlayStation, Xbox) is a hockey game. There are so few that an indie studio that had been making wacky sci-fi first-person shooters just announced that, hey, we’re going to fill a void and make a hockey game for PC.
Packers TE Tucker Kraft Predicted to Have Major 2026 Season
The Green Bay Packers could be preparing for another breakout campaign from Tucker Kraft, with a bold projection placing the young tight end among the NFL’s most productive pass catchers in 2026. After emerging as a major part of Green Bay’s offense, Kraft enters the new season with expectations that extend well beyond his position. […] The post Packers TE Tucker Kraft Predicted to Have Major 2026 Season appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
Texas A&M Gets Encouraging Injury Update Before Opener
Texas A&M enters its 2026 opener with two players lost for the year, but Mike Elko expects linebacker Daymion Sanford to have a shot to play.
Foldable 'iPhone Ultra' Still Likely to Be Missing These Five Features
Apple's first foldable iPhone, dubbed the "iPhone Ultra," is expected to launch without at least four features that will be present on the iPhone 18 Pro models, despite a price tag of at least $2,000. The iPhone Air lacks Ultra Wide and Telephoto rear cameras, a SIM card slot, and stereo speakers.
Site work to begin on entertainment hub, arena in Forsyth County, developer says
A $3 billion entertainment district that hopes to lure an NHL team to Forsyth County is expected to begin site work next week, according to the development team behind it.
DeWitt breaks ground on detention ponds to support industrial development at Crossroads Business Park
The detention ponds are expected to be completed by the spring of 2027.
US economy adds 162,000 jobs in August
Welcome to The Hill’s Business & Economy newsletter{beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story August jobs report beats expectations The U.S. eco…
Elon Musk makes his first spending push in key midterm races
The super PAC of Musk, the world’s richest person, began in September 2026 to unleash what is expected to be a $100 million-plus war chest to help the Republican Party in the midterms.
Michigan Football Mailbag: Kick returners, LB depth, Bryce Underwood
In this week’s Michigan Football Mailbag, we answered questions from our readers about who will return kicks, who to expect at WR3 and CB5, the LB rotation, and more:
Aaron Donald is ‘TBD’ for Week 1
Sean McVay confirmed that he expects every player on the Rams roster to travel to Australia for Week 1’s game against the 49ers next Thursday, which does include Aaron Donald. According to Ian Rapoport, Donald is still ‘TBD’ for his Week 1 availability against San Francisco. The Rams can carry Donald on their roster for […]
Howie Roseman explains why Eagles build beyond their starters
The Eagles want enough quality depth to survive injuries without changing their expectations.
Browns’ Todd Monken Dismisses Heat Complaints With Blunt ‘Blessing’ Message
Todd Monken has a hard job ahead of the 2026 NFL season. He has to lead the Cleveland Browns, a team that had a very poor 2025 campaign. There is a lot of expectations on both him and the team for the coming games. Despite this being his first head coaching role in the league, […] The post Browns’ Todd Monken Dismisses Heat Complaints With Blunt ‘Blessing’ Message appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
Richmond Police Officer Shot During Mental Health Crisis Call
The officer is in stable condition and expected to survive. It was the second shooting of police in Contra Costa County that evening.
The MacRumors Show: iPhone 18 Pro Event Expectations
Ahead of Apple's "Surprise and shine" event on September 9, we talk through everything to expect on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos The event begins at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time at the Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California, and will be streamed on Apple's website, on YouTube, and through the Apple TV app.
Leaked iPhone roadmap reveals plans for larger foldable, ‘biggest overhaul,’ more
Apple is launching new iPhones next week, and a Bloomberg report today details what to expect from those models as...
Jadon Sancho encouraged to complete dramatic move to unlikely club
1Former Manchester United forward Jadon Sancho’s plans have not unfolded as expected since leaving Old Trafford this summer. The Red Devils opted against offering the Englishman a new deal, and he p...
'Harry Potter' TV series cast reveal: Ginny Weasley, Tom Riddle
Expect to see some fresh faces around Hogwarts.
What to expect at Apple’s September 9th launch event
Will Apple finally launch its first foldable?
Fulham vs Crystal Palace
What can Crystal Palace fans expect from Fulham in their third Premier League game of the season.
Xiaomi Copied the Foldable iPhone Before Apple Even Announced It
The Xiaomi 18 Fold sure resembles what Apple's first foldable iPhone is expected to look like.
Patriots News: Rebuilt roster, new fits, high expectations
Daily news and links for Friday, 9/04/26
O.J. Simpson caught laughing about murder trial in behind-the-scenes clip from prank show
New docuseries about O.J. Simpson’s prank show ‘Juiced’ shows him laughing about his murder trial, which the crew hadn’t expected at all
Jaka Bijol: We have to be at our best
Ahead of Leeds United’s trip to the south coast to face Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday afternoon, centre-half Jaka Bijol is expecting another tough test from our third Premier League fixture of ...
Apple 'Surprise and shine' event: How to watch the iPhone 18 Pro launch and what to expect
Apple's biggest September in years is almost here – here's how to tune in and what devices are set to take the stage.
Texas A&M Reveals Classic Uniform for Missouri State Opener
No. 8 Texas A&M will open 2026 in its traditional maroon-and-white look as Marcel Reed and the Aggies begin a season loaded with playoff expectations.
Indiana football vs North Texas: What to expect on gameday
Here’s the gameday schedule for when Indiana football takes on North Texas in the Hoosiers’ 2026 season opener.
The Trade Desk lays off 15% of staff
The restructure is expected to affect more than 500 roles at the adtech company, which has faced intensifying competition from Amazon.
Trump health admin promotes insurance program aimed at lowering costs for employers
Employer health insurance costs are expected to spike next year. Federal officials are pointing to an Indiana business offering alternative health insurance to keep costs down.
Has Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) Fallen Far Enough To Look Cheap?
Flutter Entertainment’s share price has undergone a sharp reset over the past year, yet broader valuation checks still suggest the stock screens as inexpensive. This puts recent price weakness in contrast with a more constructive read from its fundamentals-based metrics. The share price has fallen 65% over the past year, indicating a major reset in investor expectations for Flutter Entertainment. Regulatory clarity around U.S. sports prediction markets, including the New Jersey petition...
Employer healthcare costs projected to rise most since 2003
The cost of health benefits per employee is expected to rise 8.2% in 2027 — the biggest jump for employers since 2003.
What to expect from the jobs report today
The August jobs report is due out at 8:30 a.m. ET Friday, and economists are expecting that employers added 65,000 jobs last month and the unemployment rate inched back up to 4.2%.
Complicated deal explained as Liverpool bolster their attack
Deadline Day didn't really live up to the hype as a Liverpool fan.The expectation was that at least one other winger would be signed alongside Bradley Barcola. The reality, however, was that the Reds ...
Citi eyes China brokerage unit licence as soon as this month, sources say
Citigroup expects to get regulatory approval for its wholly-owned China brokerage business as soon as this month and plans to add several dozen staff at the unit over the next few months, said two people with knowledge of the matter.
Downtown Norfolk businesses expect boom in business as Cousinz Fest comes to town
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — The Cousinz Fest is going to be a family affair in Downtown Norfolk all weekend, and local businesses are excited to get in on the fun. For instance, the Granby Street Flow Ju…
San Francisco 49ers arrive in Melbourne for historic NFL game against the LA Rams
The San Francisco 49ers have arrived in Melbourne for their season-opening NFL game against the Los Angeles Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sept. 11. It is expected to be the first of many regular-season NFL games in front of its growing Australian fan base. The team’s 200-member traveling party touched down on Friday morning after a 15-hour chartered Qantas flight and will spend a week acclimatizing before facing the Rams in front of an expected sold-out crowd at the MCG.
Hull City Players Handed Clear Warning From Manager
Hull City ended a historic summer transfer window after completing 18 signings in total, with six of those players arriving on deadline day.After investing around $204.2 million, according to Transfermarkt estimates, expectations surrounding the Tigers have obviously grown. However, all of these players have already received a warning from the team’s coaching staff.Assistant manager Dean […] The post Hull City Players Handed Clear Warning From Manager appeared first on HEAVY.
Diamondbacks' Corbin Burnes expected to make return vs. Royals
Burnes has not pitched since June 2025 after leaving a game against the Washington Nationals and later undergoing Tommy John surgery.
Diamondbacks expected to get Corbin Burnes back during Royals series
PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks are expected to get reinforcements in their starting rotation during their next road trip, and the return of a former National League Cy Young Award winner. Arizona Sports’ John Gambadoro expects right-hander Corbin Burnes to join the rotation and make his first start of 2026 against the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday.
Health insurance premiums in New Mexico could rise up to 30%
New Mexico expects health insurance premiums to rise by up to 30% and says 89,000 Medicaid recipients could lose coverage under new rules.
Businesses expect business boom with Cousinz Fest
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Six Sleeps Until iPhone 18 Pro: Here's What We Know
We are just six sleeps away from Apple's unveiling of its new-generation iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models, not forgetting its first foldable iPhone. Apple is expected to introduce the devices at its annual iPhone fall event, which is this year carrying the tagline "Surprise and shine". The event takes place on Wednesday, September 9.
Dark matter detector finds a strange signal scientists can’t yet explain
The LUX-ZEPLIN experiment has detected a rare particle interaction that looks unusually difficult to explain as ordinary background noise and appeared where dark matter might be expected. Scientists are not claiming a discovery yet, but additional data could show whether this single mysterious event is the first hint of a long-sought dark matter particle.
Midwife from closed Iowa program joins Regional Health Services
She once cared for patients at a hospital that shut its doors to expecting mothers. Now, she’s continuing that work in a new place.
Rome Odunze expected to be fine
Bears WR Rome Odunze left practice early Thursday but should be fine
Employer healthcare costs projected to rise most since 2003
The cost of health benefits per employee is expected to rise 8.2% in 2027 — the biggest jump for employers since 2003.