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NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE® UNVEILS SHOW-STOPPING ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP ABOARD NORWEGIAN AURA™ WITH "WHITNEY: A CELEBRATION OF WHITNEY HOUSTON" TAKING CENTER STAGE
- The New Original Production, Developed with The Estate of Whitney E. Houston and Primary Wave Music, Celebrates the Unmistakable Voice, Music and Legacy of...
Guard Linked To Miami Heat Joins Eastern Conference Rival
After missing out on Devin Carter to the Boston Celtics, Miami must pivot to finalize their roster. The legacy prospect's move forces Pat Riley to reconsider remaining free-agent targets.
From Wirehouse Advisor to Business Owner to Legacy Builder
Kimberly Parker-Hansen of VersiFi uses LPL to offer a broader range of solutions and help clients look at their financial future differently.
Vega launches two Earth science satellites
A Vega C rocket successfully launched a pair of Earth observation satellites for the European Space Agency and the European Commission on Sept. 14.
Heckingbottom legacy 'one of frustration'
Fan writer and commentator Jack Bridge reflects on the best and the worst of Paul Heckingbottom's tenure at Preston.
UH researchers awarded $3.6M to study legacy pollution, health risks
Researchers will test for lead, arsenic, dioxins and “forever chemicals,” focusing on areas near former sugarcane lands.
Kings One of Eight Teams Donning New ‘Specter’ Jerseys
Blending modern aesthetics with franchise history, Sacramento’s new black-and-purple threads celebrate a storied legacy spanning from its Rochester Royals roots to legendary playoff battles against rivals.
Bob Mackie's most iconic looks: Cher, Dolly Parton, Taylor Swift
Bob Mackie, famous for dressing stars like Cher, Dolly Parton, and Tina Turner, has died, leaving a lasting legacy in Hollywood fashion history.
Lonnie Bunch on his legacy and protecting the Smithsonian from political pressure
Discuss the resignation of the Smithsonian Secretary and who determines what memories are preserved in museums
Portland’s Grocery Evolution: Pioneers, Hippies, Big Business
A lot of local stores aren’t so local anymore.
Worrell’s Case Highlights the Reach of the Governor’s Power
From elected officials to justices, the governor’s appointments raise questions about the reach and impact of gubernatorial power in Florida.
Seattle Mayor Wilson still rents. Can she help her fellow renters?
Katie Wilson lives in the same one-bedroom apartment she lived in before winning the mayors' race. She's trying to improve stability for her fellow renters — but big roadblocks lie ahead.
Fairer taxes or ‘slippery slope’? 7 Washingtonians weigh in on the 'millionaires tax'
We talked with seven Washingtonians about the state's new income tax on high earners and the effort to repeal it on the November ballot.
The Crusades: How a medieval Holy War still shapes politics
In 1095, the Catholic Church launched the Crusades, wars that left millions dead and whose legacy still shapes political and ideological conflicts.
Arizona independents expected to have influential sway in the November midterms
More than 900 thousand voters registered in Maricopa County have no party affiliation, a larger group than either Democrats or Republicans.
Inter Legacy, the new Instagram channel celebrating Nerazzurri heritage
A space where past and present come together to tell the story of the moments that, one by one, have shaped Inter’s history. A journey through victories, iconic figures, images and memories that hav...
Inside the pipeline enshrining Trump’s conservative legacy on the federal bench
Experience as a Supreme Court law clerk has long been a prized credential, now drawing signing bonuses up to $700,000 at law firms. But it has increasingly become a ticket to a judgeship of one’s own, ensuring that long after the current justices are gone, like-minded protégés will be shaping the law in America.
Franciscan Health Trauma Services hosting free car seat safety events
NORTHWEST INDIANA — Franciscan Health Trauma Services is hosting free car seat safety events for Indiana residents during National Child Passenger Safety Month. The first event is scheduled to take place from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Central on Wednesday, Sept. 23 at Franciscan Health Michigan City’s Legacy Campus at 301 Homer St. in Michigan City. The next is scheduled to take place from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 25 at Munster Fire Station #2, 550 Fisher St. in Munster A nationally certified child passenger safety technician will teach participants how to properly install a car seat.
The US right still paints Muslims as the ‘enemy’. But they are fighting for a brighter future for Americans
Progressive politicians such as Zohran Mamdani offer answers to the bitter post-9/11 legacy of failures at home and abroad, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik
Eric Weddle earns spot in Utah football's Ring of Honor
The legendary safety returns to Rice-Eccles Stadium, cementing his legacy among Ute greats following a decorated career.
This St. George business owner is offering VHS rentals for nostalgic experience
Store owners at Legacy Media Digital in St. George have made their VHS collection (and VCRs) available for the public to rent for a unique experience that may be new to members of younger generations.
‘Practical Magic 2’ conjures a No. 1 box office debut with $30 million
“Practical Magic 2” conjures a box-office victory this weekend, topping the North American charts nearly three decades after its predecessor.
Phil Weiser’s role starting a CU tech hub offers a window into the gubernatorial candidate’s approach
The barrier-breaking Silicon Flatirons Center’s founding, evolution and legacy at CU show the thinking carried Phil Weiser into politics and now to the Democratic nomination for governor.
MSU’s Trent Fraley puts his family legacy on his back
EAST LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) – Michigan State redshirt senior Trent Fraley has had a football in his hands ever since he could walk and soon after, he was working to follow in his dad’s footsteps. Fraley is the son of former NFL center Hank Fraley who played for the Philadelphia Eagles, Cleveland Browns and St. Louis […]
Friday Night Football 2026 Highlights & Scores
The full 60-minute Friday Night Football show can be watched on-demand on our KFDX+ app for smart TVs, or it can be streamed online here. Lubbock Monterey at Legacy Legacy defeats Lubbock Monterey 42-14 (6)Muenster at (7)Windthorst Muenster defeats Windthorst 33-28 Iowa Park at Holliday Iowa Park defeats Holliday 27-8 Hamlin at Archer City Hamlin […]
Democrats mock midterm convention, but did Trump accomplish his goals?
While the midterms may still go poorly, the unusual convention may help boost his legacy, JD Vance and candidates like Ken Paxton.
Celebrating the legacy of Dr. Barbara Van de Wiele
Announcement celebrating the retirement of Dr. Barbara Van de Wiele from UCLA Health.
Clothing, construction: Check out 4 business updates in Allen
Psycho Bunny, Rodeo Goat, Moss Construction and Methodist Legacy ER & Urgent Care share recent updates in Allen.
Selena's brother sues sister over profits from late Tejano singer's legacy
A.B. Quintanilla, the brother of the late Tejano music star Selena, is suing their sister, Suzette Quintanilla Arriaga, and two companies connected to the family’s music business.
Jennifer Dintini Builds on a Family Legacy in Security
Jennifer Dintini, minority owner of 3G Security Solutions, discusses leadership, her family’s security legacy and creating opportunities for women.
40K views · 208 reactions | 'HOW WE DO SCIENCE IN SPACE' Astronaut...
'HOW WE DO SCIENCE IN SPACE' Astronaut Anil Menon explained how they conduct ultrasound screening while on board the International Space Station. "Microgravity changes the normal flow of blood and...
Springfield Boutique offers 6-week business training
Charlene’s Boutique has partnered with the Legacy Economic Development Corporation to launch a new youth leadership program. The six-week initiative is open to Springfield residents ages 16 t…
CAA: Soil Health Field Day continues Yampa Valley’s agricultural legacy
The Routt County Conservation District (RCCD) on July 25 hosted the 2026 Soil Health & Adaptive Grazing Field Day in North Routt. Fernando Falomir, a fifth-generation rancher from Chihuahua, Mexico, led the workshop. The event...
Multi-generational business expertise: How legacies in local businesses find sustained success
Join us Sept. 29 for our third Power Breakfast of 2026 as business leaders share how they leverage decades of institutional wisdom. The Greater Fayetteville Business Journal invites you to join us for our third quarterly Power Breakfast, The Family Business Advantage: How Third-Generation Leaders Drive Longevity and Innovation, where business owners, executives and community leaders will come together to explore how multi-generational leadership creates lasting success. We are proud to welcome CEO of Holmes Security Systems, Stephen Wheeler; Director of Communications for Copiers Plus, Drew Smith; Inside Sales at Hubbard Supplyhouse, Mary Grace Hurley; and Managing Partner of Luigi’s Italian Chophouse & Bar, Nate Ernst, as our featured panelists. Representing the third generation of leadership within their family businesses, each brings a unique perspective on honoring decades of tradition while embracing new ideas, technologies and strategies that drive long-term growth. Together, with moderator Lauren Willets, Director of the Family Enterprise Center at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler Business School, they will share the challenges, opportunities and lessons learned from leading established organizations into the future.“Growing up in a family business gave me a unique perspective on what business can be. I saw the pride my grandfather and father took in knowing someone was a Copiers Plus customer, and the deep responsibility they felt to support our employees and the families who depended on the business. Seeing that sense of connection firsthand is what drew me to the business, and the legacy they built continues to drive me today. I’m excited to be part of the conversation about how family businesses can honor what previous generations built while continuing to grow and evolve for the future,” shared panelist Drew Smith. “We are so excited to welcome our panelists highlighting long-standing Fayetteville family businesses. This theme has certainly piqued the interest of the business community even beyond Fayetteville. I’m excited to pass the moderator baton over to Lauren Willets. With her background and expertise in the subject, she’s sure to unlock some great talking points and perspectives that will keep the conversation fresh and interesting to our guests. “We are so excited to welcome our panelists highlighting long-standing Fayetteville family businesses. This theme has certainly piqued the interest of the business community A third-generation family business is quite an impressive accomplishment, and we look forward to examining their secrets to a successful succession at this upcoming Power Breakfast!” shared Greater Fayetteville Business Journal Publisher Faith Hatton. Join us at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden for an inspiring morning of networking, thought-provoking discussion and actionable insights into the power of continuity, strategic evolution and visionary leadership. Whether your organization is family-owned or simply focused on creating a lasting legacy, you’ll leave with ideas that can strengthen your business for generations to come.To learn about becoming a Power Breakfast sponsor, contact the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal at 910.240.9697 or marketing@bizfayetteville.com. Tickets are on sale now. Reserve your seat by going to fayettevillepowerbreakfast.com.
Yankees Birthday of the Day: Roger Maris
MLB’s home run king from 1961–97, Maris’ legacy lives on despite not being built for the Bronx, according to some.
Dolly Parton’s sister Stella reveals what the late country star looked like without her makeup
Stella appeared on “CBS Mornings” to talk about her sister’s legacy.
One year later: Kirk’s legacy, political violence and case against suspect
Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was speaking at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, 2025, as part of his American Comeback Tour when he was struck in the neck by a single gunshot. He was 31. Turning Point says interest in the…
Charlie Kirk’s legacy, political violence & case against Tyler Robinson: One year later
One year after Charlie Kirk’s killing, Turning Point USA is growing as the man accused of his murder prepares to stand trial.
‘Not Here for Entertainment’ – 76ers Star Jaylen Brown Reveals a Different Kind of Legacy He Wants to Be Remembered By Once It’s All Over
Jaylen Brown‘s immediate goal right now is to become a two-time champion, and it has become more possible for him now that he is with the Philadelphia 76ers. Sixers fans rejoiced last July after they acquired one of the best players of the 2025-26 season without giving up that much. They received Brown in exchange [...]
SF Giants Community: This is a Mike Krukow appreciation post
Today is an off-day for the Giants, so let’s take some time to appreciate the magic and legacy of Mike Krukow.
Opinion | Charlie Kirk’s legacy is taking root on college campuses
Conservative students are organizing, seeking dialogue, and pushing back against what they see as a culture of political conformity.
Red Bull signs Robin Räikkönen to its Junior Driver Academy
The 15 year old Finn takes a key step in his sporting career by entering the Austrian team's development program. He inherits the legacy of his father, world champion in 2007, and seeks to forge his own path in motorsport.
Game of the Week Preview: Monterey at Legacy
Legacy has a chance to make some history Friday night. For the third straight week, our Game of the Week takes us to Memorial Stadium, where the Leopards are looking to start the season 3-0. A third straight victory would give Legacy three wins in a season for the first time. And the Leopards could […]
MIPCOM 2026 expands creator economy programming, embraces vertical content and generative AI
The worlds of legacy entertainment and creator content are becoming ever more intertwined--and MIPCOM wants to be the nexus where they meet. Lucy Smith, "We don't see the creator economy and mainstream media as two separate worlds anymore. They are increasingly part of the same entertainment business," Smith says. "Creators are building audiences, businesses and valuable IP. Studios and platforms are looking for new talent and new ways to reach audiences. Brands are becoming content partners and investors."
I flew business class on a budget flight—and it was better than some legacy airlines
A firsthand look at JetBlue's new Boston-to-Barcelona flight, from lie-flat seats to food, service, and what's actually worth it.
Miami Celebrates Breastfeeding with Family Day in Doral - Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
The event took place on August 22 at Doral Legacy Park Community Center.
Has Seattle become a bona fide EDM town?
As indie-centric summer festivals have faded in recent years, big-tent dance music events have flourished, fueling an EDM renaissance in a city that prides itself on its grungier legacy.
What My Father Never Let Me Forget About The Business Of Healthcare
A son reflects on his physician father’s legacy and how it influenced his thinking on the business of healthcare.
The Last Scoop Standing at 3939 Montrose Blvd
Why is SweetCup the only remaining tenant in its strip center?
Opinion | How Roy Cohn Shaped Trump
A new book reveals how the lawyer’s legacy lives on decades after his death.
The Villages Health’s $541 million settlement highlights the cost of ‘upcoding’
The settlement describes how The Villages Health would go back into patients' medical files months later and add diagnoses -- sometimes adding in monitoring, evaluations or treatments.
G.A. Carmichael Family Health Center ribbon cutting set for Wed., Sept. 9
GOODMAN, MS — G.A. Carmichael Family Health Center is proud to announce the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the G.A. Carmichael Community Student Health Center at Holmes Community College…
Humann Names Dr. Harold Schmitz Science Advisory Chair and Announces Nutrition Research Partnership with the UC Davis Innovation Institute for Food & Health
/PRNewswire/ -- Humann, the Austin-based cardiovascular health supplement company, continued its legacy of engaging with leading academic institutions by...
Prairie Meadows awards $275,000 to WesleyLife
Prairie Meadows has awarded $275,000 to the WesleyLife Foundation to support three of the organization’s initiatives. The grants include a $200,000 Legacy Grant supporting the $49.5 million redevelopment of The Village, a WesleyLife community in Indianola; $65,000 for WesleyLife Meals on Wheels; and $10,000 for WesleyLife Hospice. WesleyLife broke ground in 2025 on the redevelopment…
'Preposterous.' 6 Washingtonians on how the high cost of living affects their lives
KUOW spoke with six Washingtonians of varying income levels about how the region's high cost of living is affecting them — and potentially how they'll vote this fall.
The Legacy Business: Estate Management Ensures the Music Never Dies
Artists don’t live forever. We’ve been reminded of that too often lately. But when their time sadly does come to leave this plane, their memory can be more than a blessing. It can live on with the hel...
‘Star Trek’ and NASA have intertwined legacies – the show championed diversity and inspired generations of real space scientists
60 years of ‘Star Trek’: A cultural anthropologist on how the show’s “infinite diversity in infinite combinations” conception helped shape NASA’s vision of the future.
Tech Tuesday: Can AI help make political polling more accurate?
A group of researchers at Ohio State is working to find out if AI can play a role in helping to make the results of political polls more accurate.
Why Trump’s dream of an arch is his most revealing legacy play
The Roman Emperor Titus has one. Napoleon Bonaparte ordered up the world’s most famous example. And the Duke of Wellington’s iconic version is the gateway to London’s Hyde Park.
Gen Z uprising reshaped Nepal’s politics. A year on, questions linger over what it really achieved
Injured protesters and families of those killed say the government has failed to deliver on promises of medical care, jobs and other support, leaving many questioning the movement’s legacy.
2 Dolly Parton films in Upstate theaters as part of benefit screenings
Regal Global Entertainment announced that its celebration of Dolly Parton and her legacy has been extended with showings of two of her films coming to 35 states, including South Carolina.
City of Durango will move almost 30 employees to Axis Health building ahead of City Hall construction
Community Development and Engineering building faces demolition
John Williams, 94, Surprises Hollywood Bowl Crowd by Conducting ‘Imperial March’
John Williams surprised the Hollywood Bowl crowd by conducting the “Imperial March” from ‘Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back’ during a tribute concert celebrating his film music legacy.
Community Health Foundation works to improve the health of our community
The Clarksville-Montgomery County Community Health Foundation provides funding grants that make it possible for people to improve their own health and well being.
New James Bond feature film to première at GoldenEye
A new feature documentary exploring the life, imagination and enduring legacy of James Bond creator Ian Fleming – titled Ian Fleming and the Curse of James Bond – will première at GoldenEye, Fleming’s former Jamaican home, during the 80th anniversary year of the villa’s construction. Directed by Adam Low, the film examines Ian Fleming’s life, imagination and legacy beyond the legend of 007, considering the contradictions, pressures and fascinations that shaped both the man and the charged literary world he created.
Entertainment Notebook: Joey Elias and the Comedy All-Stars are back; Soiferman's exhibit and more
Joey Elias and the Comedy All-Stars: An Evening of Hilarity for the Benefit of On Our Own (O3) returns for its 15th consecutive year, continuing a legacy of laughter and
Dancing in the streets to celebrate the Arcada’s 100th
From “Twist and Shout” to just “The Twist,” they were dancing in the streets Sunday when hundreds gathered in downtown St. Charles to celebrate the landmark Arcada Theatre’s 100th anniversar...
Leaving a legacy at Lee Health
Healthcare has always been an essential lifeline worldwide; nobody can beat the flu with their own two fists. It takes a team of doctors, nurses, therapists, surgeons and many other health care professionals to care for patients and help people reach a healthy, fulfilling life. For Southwest Florida locals, the name Lee Health is a
Buckeye mom's soul food business blows up on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook
Buckeye's TammysTasteBudz went viral on social media, letting Tammy Bouie quit her job to sell soul food full-time, honoring her late mother's legacy.
Legendary rock band cancels remainder of 2026 shows. Here’s what we know
The group made the decision this week.
Alaska Lt. Gov. Dahlstrom reverses herself, puts Treg Taylor back in governor’s race
The lieutenant governor cited an as-yet-unpublished analysis by the Alaska Department of Law, Taylor’s former agency, to make her decision.
Science Behind the Forecast: How pop-up thunderstorms are created
Every week WAVE 3 meteorologist Tawana Andrew breaks down what we know and what we don't about the climate and weather here in Louisville.
Local leaders reflect on life, legacy of longtime South Bend politician
Longtime South Bend politician John Voorde died Sept. 2. Local leaders said he'll be remembered for his dedicated public service and bipartisanship.
Remembering former Seahawks WR Coach Kippy Brown's legacy
Now more than ever, the Seahawks' brand is synonymous with good wide receiver play—and Kippy Brown helped lay that foundation.
Paralympian Ezra Frech and Daniella Karagach are most nervous to compete against Guillermo Rodriguez on “DWTS”
“Dancing With the Stars” season 35 premieres with a two-night event on Tuesday, Sept. 15, and Wednesday, Sept. 16.
Paralympian Ezra Frech and Daniella Karagach are most nervous to compete against Guillermo Rodriguez on ‘DWTS’
Paralympian gold medalist Ezra Frech and his dance partner Daniella Karagach are most nervous to compete against Guillermo Rodriguez in the upcoming season of ‘Dancing With the Stars.’
Supreme Court Pauses Order in Political Ad Rate Guidance Case
The US Supreme Court has paused an order that invalidated FCC guidance extending preferential broadcast rates to political parties and joint fundraising committees.
Angels Are Now Free From MLB’s Ultimate Bad, Meddling Owner
The Los Angeles Angels have a new owner, thankfully, especially given Arte Moreno's repulsive legacy.
NYC Issues Silicosis Health Warning for Engineered Stone Work
New York City health officials have identified at least seven suspected cases of silicosis in workers exposed to engineered stone in the state, including one recent death in the city.
Gloria Steinem Stayed Positive, Even as the Manosphere Took Hold
The feminist icon thought many women would carry on her legacy. But at an unsteady time for feminism, how will the movement carry on?
Can AI answer your health questions? Before you trust AI with your...
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Kentucky Sues Mayday Health Over Abortion Pill Advertising
Kentucky is the latest state to take action against the nonprofit Mayday Health for advertising that points people to a website providing information about abortion-inducing drugs.
Sony's PlayStation disc plant is losing 10 percent of its volume in 2028, not 90
Sony’s PlayStation disc plant is losing 10 percent of its volume in 2028, not 90 Sony won’t license disc pressing to anyone else, Microsoft does, and a former PlayStation boss thinks that’s the whole problem. When Sony DADC chief Dietmar Tanzer spoke with an Austrian broadcaster in July about PlayStation disc production at the Thalgau plant, a number of press outlets misunderstood the report, writing that production would fall to a tenth of current levels. It won’t. Sony DADC confirmed to Game this week that the figure is a 10 percent decline, not a decline to 10 percent. “To clarify and avoid any misleading information: in that statement Dietmar anticipated an overall product volume decline by 10 percent, not a decline down to 10 percent,” a spokesperson with Sony DADC told Game. That figure covers 2028. Tanzer didn’t put a number on the years after, and the spokesperson declined to comment further. What we do know is that on July 1, PlayStation announced that physical game disc production for all new games releasing on PlayStation consoles will be discontinued starting January 2028 and that the transition has no impact on games that have already released in disc format or will be releasing in disc format prior to that month. “So, there will be reorders going to the market after January 2028,” the Sony DADC spokesperson said. “For details around that I would ask you to liaise with the PR team from PlayStation, as we can’t speak or comment on their behalf.” PlayStation officials did not respond to questions about reorders or other disc-related matters. But I did recently speak with Shawn Layden, Game Industry Strategic Advisor and former chairman of SIE Worldwide Studios, who called a future without physical PlayStation discs “depressing, but solvable.” then added, “I think.” The chief hurdle to third-party manufacturing of collector’s editions or any other version of a PlayStation game disc is that Sony owns the proprietary process to press those discs, Layden said. “And unless they decide or determine a way to license that to some of these bespoke disc manufacturers, there’s no way to make it happen,” he said. Layden was careful to add that he understands the concept but doesn’t have “line of sight on the particulars.” “Depressing but solvable, I think.” — Shawn Layden Microsoft already licenses replication to outside plants. Xbox discs are pressed by manufacturers Microsoft certifies as Authorized Replicators, a term defined in its publisher agreements, with the approved list set at the company’s sole discretion and Microsoft retaining the right to halt manufacture. The structure is still in place today: publishers select an Authorized Replicator in Partner Center and submit a bill of materials created with a Microsoft representative. Sony, by contrast, presses PlayStation discs through Sony DADC, its own manufacturing subsidiary. No one I spoke with said they were in discussions with Sony about doing that, and PlayStation hasn’t responded to questions about whether it would be open to a licensing deal. There is an obvious reason Sony might not want to. Niko Partners analyst Daniel Ahmad pointed it out on the day of the announcement: it’s a platform-led decision, he wrote, designed to cut costs, eliminate the resale market, and drive all revenue through the PlayStation Store. The math is not subtle. On a $70 third-party game sold through the PlayStation Store, Sony keeps $21. Sold at retail, Ahmad says, it earns about half that. Licensing disc replication to an outside manufacturer might not be worth it. And even if it were, it seems unlikely that such a deal would come from boutique companies like iam8bit, which sells collector’s editions of video games. “We would absolutely love to find a way forward to continue making physical PlayStation games,” said Jon Gibson, co-owner and co-creative director of the company. “We are big believers in giving humans the option to truly own media. If we can play a role in helping make that a reality for the future of PlayStation games, count iam8bit in!” If it were to happen, it would most likely be with a company like Conectiv Supply Chain Solutions, a Memphis-based manufacturer of optical discs and vinyl records that also runs third-party logistics, fulfillment and distribution for packaged media. The company, which was formed in 2025 when Los Angeles private equity firm Variant Equity Advisors purchased Vantiva’s Supply Chain Solutions division, traces its lineage back to Technicolor. When it sold the division, Vantiva described the business as having served video game creators for more than 25 years. Conectiv is also buying, not shrinking. Last month it acquired SDS, the distributor for Universal and Warner Bros. home entertainment, consolidating those studios’ packaged-media pipeline from pressing plant to retail shelf. I reached out to Conectiv and its CEO, but haven’t heard back. Layden pointed to music and books in our discussion about the ongoing value of physical media. “No one ever saw the comeback of cassette tape,” he said. “And vinyl didn’t so much come back. The flame went down, the fire’s dying, but the ember was always there, and it just kind of came back. Much like the book business. We thought we’d all be on Kindles right now. “I believe that physical media is crucial and important. One of the things that makes us gamers, one of the core game mechanics, going back to the beginning of time, is collecting stuff. “Did you get all the diamonds in Crash Bandicoot? Did you get all the stars in Mario? And we like to collect our games. And we have a game shelf. And we put all our boxes up there. And if you’re super hardcore, when you buy a game, you buy two copies, right? One stays in the shrink wrap, and you play the other one. What happens to that important cultural part of the gaming world? You know, we buy the steelbook and the three-disc Final Fantasy set and the figurine and, you know, you can’t download any of that. “What happens to that?” And Layden believes it shouldn’t have been a revenue question for PlayStation. “This was a core thing to the experience of our most devoted fans,” he said. “Yeah, it’s fan service. Why would we take that away? Well, we can’t afford to. It’s already 120 bucks, you know, limited edition special purchase onyx box version of whatever, and those sell at a higher rate than the box selling at $69.99 does. So yeah, the market has said they will continue to buy them. You’re just saying you just don’t want to make them anymore.” Layden said he was recently talking with someone about these sorts of business decisions and how they’re made. Too often, he said, it’s all about the financials and nothing else. “OK, we can do this and save this much money, or we can invest this to look at that outcome, or we can do this and have this happen over there, or move this team to Sri Lanka,” he said. “But each one of those, someone also has to have a ledger there saying, ‘OK, what is the brand impact from that move?’ “Iif you can’t resell it, do you really own it?” — Shawn Layden “If we do that, dollars and cents work out. I get it. That’s just math. But what’s the brand impact? Are people going to say, ‘Good move, you guys?’ Or are they going to say, ‘We hate you guys. Quit doing that.’ And sometimes they say, ‘We hate you.’ Then you take a note and say, OK, how much of that can we live with? How much ‘we hate you’ is OK. And when does it go over the line? “I see a lot of companies making decisions which, objectively speaking, I don’t know what the dollar end of that was for you, Mr. Company, but your brand value just dropped 30 percent. So I hope it was worth it.” Of course, shifting to a digital-only model for games raises other issues beyond simply wanting to collect. The biggest is ownership. Layden pointed out that once you go to a streaming-only or download-only model, it’s just a digital footprint on a hard drive. “What does ownership mean anymore?” he said. “It’s a genuine question. Well, in fact, it’s not even a question anymore. It’s like you are shifting the model from ownership to accessibility. “And what’s always been true, which people forget, is you’ve never been able to sell your iTunes library. And you can’t sell your PlayStation download library. So if you can’t resell it, do you really own it?” The touching tribute found in the credits for Star Wars Zero Company. Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Interview and Hands-On with a Minoan Masterpiece Star Wars Zero Company hands-on: Attack Astromechs, permadeath, and delightfully fatal Rube Goldberg tactics Control Resonant opens up as you get stronger — and as characters start trusting you
Opinion: Are cracks beginning to show in the Nurmagomedov dynasty?
Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov created one of MMA’s great coaching legacies, but recent setbacks raise questions about whether the team built around his methods has already reached its peak.
Hammer Realty celebrates 50 years of family-owned business in Wahpeton
Third-generation owner Jessie Hammer carries on her family’s legacy while looking toward the future of the local real estate company.
The Young Gloria Steinem on Politics, Ambition, Romance and Fashion
In a 1966 WWD interview, a 28-year-old Gloria Steinem reflects on politics, writing, fashion, romance and the ambitions that would shaped her legacy.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger expansion ‘A Hero’s Eternal Legacy’ announced
Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Media.Vision have officially announced Digimon Story: Time Stranger expansion downloadable content “A Hero’s Eternal Legacy.” It will launch i…
Final Fantasy Resonance: How Square Enix Turned a Dead Gacha Game Into a Must-Play Console RPG
I went into Final Fantasy Resonance expecting a lazy asset flip. Instead, I found a deeply strategic, meticulously balanced RPG.
B.B. King Documentary in the Works From Estate
The B.B. King Music Company and the legendary blues musician’s estate have announced a new feature documentary on his life, music and legacy.
Palm Beach Lakes quarterback Jordan Johnson thriving after transfer
Palm Beach Lakes quarterback Jordan Johnson has thrown 10 TDs in two games after transferring from Palm Beach Gardens to follow family legacy.
Chinese e-commerce moves to next phase after delivery price war changes shopping habits
China's meal-delivery subsidy war may have ebbed but its biggest legacy could be a shift in consumer expectations, as electronics, flowers and even medicine can now be delivered within an hour of ordering.
No Democrat has won a Kansas Senate seat in a century. Can a megachurch pastor change that?
Adam Hamilton has spent decades trying to bring people to Jesus as founder of the nation’s largest United Methodist church. Now he wants to bring Kansas voters to the polls as the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate.
Penn State's Matt Campbell embracing Joe Paterno's legacy in shift from predecessors
Penn State's first-year coach has a framed photo of Paterno in his office and has praised a new exhibit honoring the coach at Beaver Stadium.
Five Things We Just Learned From Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis Previews
Somehow Crystal Dynamics managed to include additions even more unnecessary than crafting and skill trees
First AGACNP graduates build critical care expertise
Four ECU Health team members are among the first graduates from East Carolina University School of Nursing's Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program.
Early DLSS 5 Testing Suggests the RTX 5090's Single Power Connector Might Be the Bottleneck
Community testing of leaked DLSS 5 builds suggests the tech may already be hitting a wall on NVIDIA's own flagship GPU. Tom's Hardware ran the neural rendering model through Cyberpunk 2077, Hogwarts Legacy, and Control on an RTX 5090 Founders Edition, as well as an MSI RTX 5090 Lightning Z....
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis’s gamescom Demo Shows a Classic Reimagined with a Scanner, a Grapple, and a Skill Tree
At gamescom 2026, the developers of Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis demonstrated the Greece level with brand new features and tools.
Legacy of Atlantis isn't even out yet, but already this Tomb Raider remake feels like an old relic - in all the wrong ways
Last year, on a bit of a whim, I ended up playing Tomb Raider 1's superb remaster and Crystal Dynamics' 2007 remake Tom…
Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis' Beautiful Visuals Can't Quite Hide Its Weird Changes
The reimagined world of Tomb Raider looks great, but that's where my praise has to end.