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DC council member wants temporary shutdown of business where National Guard was shot
A D.C. Council member has called for the temporary shutdown of a business where police said a National Guard member was shot late Sunday.
Sandpoint Furniture honored as top chamber business
Sandpoint Furniture earned October Business of the Month honors from the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce, recognizing more than 80 years of service, community involvement and growth in the Sandpoint area.
Pfizer makes ‘business decision’ to end phase 2 trial of autoimmune drug as program’s future uncertain
Pfizer has called time on a phase 2 trial of its CXCR5 antibody in an autoimmune blood disorder, with the company tight-lipped on whether this marks the end of the road for the asset. The Big Pharma had been evaluating the therapy, dubbed PF-06835375, in a phase 2 study of 61 patients with primary immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) that kicked off in 2022, according to the federal trials register. However, Pfizer confirmed to Fierce on Monday that this study had been terminated “due to a business decision.” “The decision to terminate the trial was not based on any safety concerns,” a spokesperson pointed out. At time of publication, PF-06835375 remained listed on Pfizer’s website for both ITP and lupus. A phase 1 study in lupus wrapped up in 2022, according to the trials database. ITP is an autoimmune disorder characterized by a low platelet count. Novartis was at one point evaluating its B-cell-depleting antibody ianalumab—recently approved as Fabhalta to treat immunoglobulin A nephropathy—as a potential treatment ITP. But the therapy struggled to demonstrate a benefit in the clinic for this indication. When contacted by Fierce, Pfizer wouldn’t confirm whether all work on PF-06835375 has been halted, and whether the company has any other plans to explore C-X-C chemokine receptor type 5 (CXCR5) as a mechanism. CXCR5 is found in blood cancers such as diffuse large B-cell lymphoma and mantle cell lymphoma chemokine receptor. However, there is little expression in normal tissue, which has led some drug developers to explore its potential. Vincerx Pharma had at one point been planning to take an anti-CXCR5 ADC into the clinic to treat B-cell malignancies, but that ambition was scrapped due to cash constraints. Where Big Pharma is placing its bets is one of the hot topics being discussed at Fierce Biotech's high-impact event in London next month. Find out more information and register by clicking on the banner below: [ ](https://qtxasset.com/quartz/qcloud5/media/image/where_big_pharma_is_placing_its_bets.png?VersionId=B8JrRbJ.pFUSK1pJgjeWHLGm_18RdLAy)
Arkansas football commitments excited about win over Vanderbilt
Several Arkansas football commitments liked what they saw of the Razorbacks’ 31-21 road victory over Vanderbilt while ending a 14-game SEC losing streak.
Nicole Miller Celebrates 45 Years in Business [PHOTOS]
See images form Nicole Miller's 45 Years in business.
Inglewood small business builds knitting community, garners national attention
ACHE’s new rural-focused public health doctoral program welcomes first class of 21
A new doctoral program at the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education in Fort Smith aims to equip healthcare professionals with skills to address rural health disparities and revive services missing from their communities.
Nearly 1.6M pounds of hot dogs, bacon and other meats recalled nationwide
Kayem Foods recalled nearly 1.6 million pounds of meat items such as hot dogs, bacon, brisket and ham after a warehouse cooler experienced temperature deviations.
Richard Riehle, dependable TV and film character actor who was in 'Glory and 'Office Space,' dies
Beloved character actor Richard Riehle has died at 78. Wright Entertainment Inc. announced Monday that Riehle died on Oct. 15. Riehle's career spanned nearly five decades, with memorable roles in...
AI facial health recognition tools help physicians assess age and survival risk to guide personalized treatment
Researchers are using AI tools to analyze simple facial photographs to determine key indicators of a person's health. Mass General Brigham researchers built FAHR-Face (Foundation Artificial Intelligence ...
Brentwood business owner admits failing to pay employee taxes to IRS, prosecutors say
A Brentwood business owner pleaded guilty to failing to pay federal taxes tied to his employees' wages, a case prosecutors say involved nearly a decade of unpai
Nashville’s General Jackson Showboat to retire after decades on the Cumberland
The General Jackson Showboat will be retired after more than four decades on the Cumberland River, Opry Entertainment Group said, citing ongoing maintenance cha
Did Sports Resorts Expansion Just Shift Wyndham Hotels And Resorts (WH) Investment Narrative?
Travel + Leisure Co. and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts expanded their partnership, creating a framework to build and scale Sports Illustrated Resorts hotels as a sports focused hospitality and mixed use development platform that spans hotel only projects and larger destination concepts. The arrangement pairs Travel + Leisure’s brand and mixed use development capabilities with Wyndham’s global distribution, development engine and commercial infrastructure, which could influence how Wyndham grows...
10/19/26 – HAWAIʻI CLIMATE REBATE FINDER HELPS RESIDENTS AND LOCAL BUSINESSES SAVE ON UPGRADES
JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR RYAN K.P. KANAKAʻOLE CHAIRPERSON HAWAIʻI CLIMATE REBATE FINDER HELPS RESIDENTS AND LOCAL BUSINESSES SAVE ON UPGRADES HONOLULU – Hawaiʻi households and local businesses now have a direct way to keep more money in their accounts and avoid missing out on valuable financial incentives. The Hawaiʻi State Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation […]
The 15 best Stephen King movies and TV shows of all time
Killer clowns, haunted hotels, and a whole lot of human darkness: Stephen King’s stories have made for some unforgettable movies and TV shows. These 15 are our favorites.
Kansas girls flag football championship halted following fatal crash
Depositphotos Kansas championship games suspended after fatal incident at soccer complex Kansas’ inaugural girls high school flag football championship was interrupted on October 17 after a fatal incident at Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita left 2 people dead and 10 others injured. The incident occurred on a nearby youth soccer field, prompting the Kansas State…
Oswego County TodayMorris Family Grant to Support Pediatric Mental Health Unit at Oswego Hospital
A grant from the Morris Family Advised Fund will support a pediatric mental health and wellness unit and additional staffing at Oswego Hospital.
Opinion | US-China AI talks must ensure safety of both tech and business
A hotline and an ad hoc dialogue are not enough. Safety concerns are growing for both the technology and leveraged tech companies.
House District 13 candidates discuss heating costs and housing
Maine House District 13 candidates Republican incumbent Russell White and Democrat Michael Cunningham shared their input on hot topics such as heating costs and access to rural healthcare during a
U.S. Supreme Court lets Hastings name change remain
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected a challenge by Serranus C. Hastings’ descendants to the removal of his name from San Francisco’s 148-year-old law school.
Cowboys' Stephen Jones 'absolutely' supports Brian Schottenheimer after another miserable showing, 2-4 start
Croatian Embassy brings a day of sports history to the Alexandria hotel where its team stayed
Thirty-six years after Croatia’s first match as a national side, the man who scored its first goal and the American who scored against him sat on the same panel.
Local business honors World War II veteran
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Local leaders gathered in Tonawanda on Monday as Tony’s Tree and Landscaping honored World War II veteran Dr. John Long. The company, which is owned and run by a …
ROI-NJ celebrates New Jersey family businesses at inaugural Family Business of the Year Awards
ROI-NJ celebrated 16 New Jersey family businesses at its inaugural awards, naming MSI Plumbing & Remodeling and NRS Inc. the 2026 winners.
Sneaky politics? Or honest mistake? Election mailer lands Clay GOP in hot water
A letter from the Clay Republican Committee used a return address from the Onondaga County Board of Elections.
Lahaina Means Business networking event set for Nov. 4 at Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate
Lahaina business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals are invited to a free community networking event, Lahaina Means Business from 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 4 at Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate in Lahaina. The Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset and the Maui County Office of Economic Development are sponsoring the event, which aims to build connections, encourage […]
PHOTO GALLERY: Via Arte chalks up another fun event
Via Arte returned to The Marketplace over the weekend for a two-day event showcasing the talent of mostly local artists.
This Guy Is Endurance-Racing 1:64 Diecast Cars On A Belt Sander And The Cars Have Been Running 29 Days Nonstop - Watch Live!
A clever youtuber is racing 1.64 ("Hot Wheels sized") cars using a belt sander as a treadmill/road for endurance races that stretch on for weeks
I needed to see the new Windows 11 Photos app in action to fathom how fast it is — it's like switching from dial-up to broadband
Microsoft rebuilt key parts of Photos, and the result appears dramatically faster than the sluggish app Windows users know today.
STEM Center brings science and scares to S&T’s Haunted Mine
STEM in the Shadows at Missouri S&T’s Haunted Mine for K-12 students and their families will be Oct. 23. Photo by Photo by Blaine Falkena/Missouri S&T. The Missouri S&T Kummer Center for STEM Education is teaming up with the university’s Haunted Mine for STEM in the Shadows, a free STEM-themed Halloween event for K-12 students...Continue Reading STEM Center brings science and scares to S&T’s Haunted Mine
Virginia home prices climb despite rising inventory
The number of homes for sale climbed across Northern and Central Virginia and Hampton Roads in September, while inventory rose.
Data Centers Are Skewing Political Party Lines in Texas
Data centers have emerged as a hot-button issue this election season. Could the controversy lead to big wins for Democratic hopefuls?
The Crucial Questions Facing Business Services
Sector insiders offer their take on four big challenges.
Tatum O'Neal shares rare photo amid stroke recovery
After a rocky few years, Tatum O'Neal is looking on the bright side.
Small Business, Big Lessons® — Shop Local, Shop Small® Top Tips 2026
Here are some fresh ideas—and a little encouragement—to shop and support small businesses. They are vital to the health of our community. Please share this post with friends, family, and, most importantly, small business owners.
MAD: M+C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment Ups McAteer To ECD U.K.
To augment his team, McAteer hired three new creatives.
The Knox Regional Health Science Education Center over the years
Here's photos that The Oak Ridger has run over the years from Roane State Community College of the Knox Regional Health Science Education Center.
The Knox Regional Health Science Education Center over the years
Here's photos that The Oak Ridger has run over the years from Roane State Community College of the Knox Regional Health Science Education Center.
Meghan McCain fires back at ‘View’ star Joy Behar’s ‘mean girls’ remark about past cohosts
Meghan McCain fired back at ‘The View’ cohost Joy Behar after the panelist’s remark about ‘mean girls’ at the Hot Topics table: ‘You guys keep asking me for a response.’
PS5 "bullet ballet" game Saros gets a big update to make it both easier and harder
PS5 shooter Saros gets a big update. You can modify the game to make it both easier and harder now, and slow time to give yourself more time to think.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Hits Us with a Hot Note
The company's season opener, 'Sophisticated Ladies,' salutes composer Duke Ellington with style and verve.
Michelle Murphy Named Business Person of the Year by Palisades Rotary Club - Palisadian-Post
The Pacific Palisades Rotary Club is proud to recognize Michelle Murphy as its 2026 Business Person of the Year, honoring her entrepreneurial spirit, community leadership and extraordinary commitment to helping Pacific Palisades recover and rebuild following the Palisades Fire. Traditionally, the Business Person of the Year award recognizes entrepreneurship, leadership and professional success. But in… Keep reading
Tulsa Health Department to host 10th annual community baby shower
The Tulsa Health Department will host its 10th annual North Tulsa Community Baby Shower Oct. 24 for eligible families.
Business Beyond the Beach: Rodrick T. Miller | President and CEO, Beacon Council
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... 🎙 Welcome to the Business Beyond the Beach Talk Show! The Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce is proud to present Business Beyond the Beach, the exclusive Chamber talk show created in partnership with Miami’s Community Newspapers. This series highlights the stories of Miami Beach Chamber members making an impact […]
Dems take the lead in fundraising this quarter in Oregon’s congressional swing districts
The Democratic incumbents representing Oregon in the U.S. House are far outraising their Republican challengers.
Dolphin Entertainment to Present at the 20th Annual LD Micro Main Event
PT on October 20 and Participate in One-on-One Meetings with InvestorsMIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / October 19, 2026 / , Inc. (NASDAQ:DLPN), a leading entertainment marketing and content production company, today announced that Bill O'Dowd, Chairman and CEO, will be presenting at the LD Micro Main Event being held October 19-21, 2026 at the Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel in Los Angeles.
Early flu season lands in WA as COVID numbers also rise
Flu season is hitting WA, along with other West Coast states, earlier than usual. Experts don't know why yet, but are urging people to get their flu shots now.
Luxury Entertainment Trends in 2026 That Are Redefining Travel
Luxury in 2026 is about more than five-star hotels and extravagant amenities. Discover how private escapes, immersive dining, wellness experiences and personalized hospitality are changing the way we travel.
IPCC scientists vow to press on with climate reports despite political deadlock
After governments again failed to agree a timeline, nearly 120 IPCC authors pledged to complete their assessment on time and with full scientific rigour
IPCC scientists vow to press on with climate reports despite political deadlock
After governments again failed to agree a timeline, nearly 120 IPCC authors pledged to complete their assessment on time and with full scientific rigour
Centennial Yards lands flagship retail for growing Entertainment District
A company described as world-class and one of the most powerful players in sports retail is planting its flag in the growing Entertainment District at the heart of Centennial Yards and the doorstep of Atlanta’s largest sports coliseums.
Roberto De Zerbi Breaks Silence On Richarlison
Tottenham Hotspur head coach Roberto De Zerbi has insisted Richarlison’s future is no longer his ‘problem'
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History to display rare exhibition from Walt Disney Archives
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Paxton, Talarico pull in celebrities as Senate race heats up
It's all about eyes, hearts and red meat as we reach the finish line.
Gina Hinojosa Has Managed to Make Greg Abbott’s Reelection Bid a Real Race
The Austin Democrat’s campaign to unseat the three-term governor looked like a long shot. But she’s been able to capitalize on Texans’ anger on two major issues: data centers and schools.
New iPhone spyware can steal passwords and photos
P7 DarkSword iPhone spyware can steal saved passwords, photos, Apple Notes and cryptocurrency wallet data by checking for commands every 15 seconds.
How Texas officials try to find poll workers for elections
Counties and political parties are using personal appeals, training and college internships to find people who can serve as poll workers and election judges to make sure voting runs smoothly.
Someone has used computational analysis to decide what Mario 64’s infamous plaque says, and it’s not ‘L is Real 2401’
Millions of tests were run to find the closest possible match…
HanWool Materials Science Extends Maturity of 25.5 Billion Won Bonds With Warrants by One Year
HanWool Materials Science has extended the maturity of 25.5 billion won in outstanding bon
Meet the researchers leaving the US because of Trump's funding cuts and politicization of science
Many American scientists are being recruited by foreign universities holding out offers of stable funding and academic freedom. It began last year after the Trump administration began making seismic...
Earthshot and the science of positive tipping points: how environmental progress can become unstoppable
By Dr Steven R. Smith and Professor Tim Lenton It must be tough being a judge on the world’s most prestigious environmental prize: imagine having to choose between an ingenious machine that removes microplastics from
Ashwagandha Promises Calm. The Science Is More Complicated
The popular supplement may help ease stress, but evidence for anxiety remains uncertain–and rare side effects complicate its soothing reputation.
Taiwan Railway to ban political advertising in stations from 2027
State-owned Taiwan Railway Corp. (TR) on Monday said it would ban political advertisements in its stations with effect from next year, following criticism that such ads violated administrative neutrality.
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Rising temperatures could boost pregnancy risks worldwide
As climate change fuels extreme temperatures and makes severely hot days more frequent, doctors are concerned about the health impacts on pregnant people.
Early voting starts today in Texas' 2026 midterm election
Texas voters head to the polls today to start casting ballots in a highly competitive midterm election. Here's what to know.
The Iran war, inflation and ICE: Talarico and Paxton on the issues
Attorney General Ken Paxton and state Rep. James Talarico both said affordability is a top priority, but have different ideas for how to lower the cost of living.
Imagicaaworld sells hotel, acquires water park stake, eyes indoor entertainment push
Imagicaaworld Entertainment Limited on Monday disclosed a clutch of strategic moves, including the sale of its hotel asset and a new park acquisition, as it reported a 6 per cent dip in visitor footfalls for the July-September quarter of FY27.The Mumbai-listed amusement and water park operator said…
State health officials urge Virginians to get flu shots as some states show early surge of infections
About 10% of residents have received a flu shot so far this year.
Advance Could Lead to Bigger, More Reliable Quantum Computers, University of Edinburgh Scientists Say
Researchers developed an algorithm that allows standard computers to simulate photonic quantum devices.
CT manufacturing suppliers face costly cybersecurity rules to keep defense business
Connecticut defense suppliers like Windsor’s NE-XT Technologies are still investing in cybersecurity despite the Pentagon’s pause on CMMC audits.
2 Shelton eateries cited for serious violations in September 2026
The 25 Naugatuck Valley Health District inspections of Shelton food service establishments in September led to serious violations for two locations, according to reports.
8 West Haven eateries cited for serious violations in August 2026
Three restaurants and five other businesses received serious violations from West Haven’s Health Department in August, according to inspection reports.
19 Danbury eateries cited for serious violations in September 2026
Danbury's health department did 57 inspections in September 2026, leading to serious violations for 19 establishments, reports show.
When scientists went into a flooded cave in Jamaica, they found a large-mouthed creature hiding in the darkness
It’s the first time the strange-looking fish has been photographed in the cave.
Direct strike hits Irpin community in Kyiv region, setting business on fire and damaging homes
A direct enemy strike was recorded in a residential area of the Irpin community in Kyiv region. — Ukrinform.
Now you see them, now you don’t: the new photosensitive tattoos
PhotoTat ink is only visible under UV light
Business Beat: Navigant CU promotes Lori Jordan to Sr. VP, Chief People and Philanthropy Officer
NAVIGANT CREDIT UNION PROMOTES JORDAN TO SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF PEOPLE & PHILANTHROPY OFFICER SMITHFIELD, R.I. (October 13, 2026) – Today, Navigant Credit Union announced the promotion of Lori Jordan to Senior Vice President, Chief People & Philanthropy Officer. The newly created executive leadership role reflects Navigant’s continued investment in its people, culture, and philanthropic…
The Vogue Business Spring/Summer 2027 Size Inclusivity Report
Amid accelerating access to GLP-1s, conservative undercurrents and a few glimmers of hope, curve representation on the runway remains low at just 2.5%.
'All INdiana Politics': Secretary of State candidates face off on voting reform and business portals
INDIANAPOLIS — The race for Indiana Secretary of State is taking center stage as four candidates vie to lead the office responsible for state elections and business licensing. The contest features former congressional aide Max Engling running as the Republican nominee, lawyer and former Marine Corps infantry officer Beau Bayh carrying the Democratic banner, small […]
Setting The Pace: Poets&Quants Names HEC Paris Our 2026 Business School Of The Year
A European school is topping the rankings, and its dean insists that's the least interesting thing about it.
PFAS in Agriculture: Science, Uncertainty, and Risk Communication
Summary PFAS contamination raises legitimate health and environmental concerns, but this diverse family of thousands of chemicals should not be treated as
County Proposes Faster, Simpler Planning Permits for Homes and Businesses
(SANTA BARBARA, Calif.) – The County of Santa Barbara is proposing changes to make planning permits faster, simpler and less costly for residents and
Financial struggles at Camden medical center reflect closure risks for Arkansas’ rural hospitals
It has been a difficult year for Ouachita County Medical Center. In January, the Camden hospital became the latest in the state to close its labor and delivery unit. In March, it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. In August, the hospital furloughed dozens of employees as it struggled under the budget constraints of bankruptcy.
Agua Caliente tribe expands fuel business with third Coachella Valley station
The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians’ new 24-pump Cathedral City station expands its fuel business to three Coachella Valley locations. (Courtesy photo)
REM Hotel Launch Might Change The Case For Investing In Melco Resorts And Entertainment Stock
Melco Resorts & Entertainment recently saw analysts reduce its fair value estimates after reassessing debt levels, margin assumptions and the outlook for Macau gaming revenue. The launch of REM, a privacy-focused luxury hotel brand at City of Dreams Macau, signals a push to reshape how higher-end guests experience the resort. We will now look at how Melco Resorts & Entertainment's investment narrative could be influenced by the REM hotel launch in Macau. Compare how Melco Resorts &...
US SECTORS CALL: Tech Wrecked, Health Care & Staples Rally
The S&P 500 fell 2.0% this week, and Information Technology (MW) took the biggest hit. The sector fell 6.4%, the worst of the 11 sectors (chart). The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) fell 11.8%. Credit worries spread to AI infrastructure. CoreWeave fell 25% last week. Its worst
Jodie Sweeten says Bob Saget once whisked her away from a drive-by shooting: ‘They shot the window out of the car’
The pair worked together for 13 total seasons on the beloved sitcom “Full House” and its spinoff “Fuller House.”
Trinity Health Michigan Medical Groups StandSafe Team Receives Safe Care Award
The award recognizes the organization’s StandSafe Workplace Violence Program.
Family of man shot, killed by police in downtown Portland says he struggled with mental health
On Sunday, police released the name of a 36-year-old man who was shot and killed by Portland officers after he allegedly attacked two people with a box cutter.
Early voting expands Monday in Chicago, suburban Cook County and across the suburbs
Photo identification is not required but it can be helpful if there is a question about voter registration, address or signature.
If You Constantly Rearrange Your Furniture, Science Says It Reveals Something Surprising About Your Personality
The room is clean. The dishes are done, the pillows are fluffed, and yet something feels slightly off. Your gaze keeps drifting to the same corner, the same angle, the same arrangement you have stared at for weeks. Then a quiet impulse kicks in – what if the sofa faced the other way? Ten minutes...
Aaron Rodgers reunites with brother Luke and his kids in rare family photo
The Rodgers family showed up to support Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers in rare family photos following the family’s reconciliation.
Trump’s Overtures to Putin Put Republican Candidates in Hot Seat
GOP politicians in a number of tight races are breaking with Trump on Russia policy ahead of midterms.
Trunk or Treat Held at Newport City Elementary School
Trunk or Treat was held at the Newport Elementary School on Saturday, and to see a full display of photos from the event, see The Express on 10-20-26. Pictured above,
Dealroom.co | Kompanion raises €800K seed to build AI business-management platform
What's the deal? Catalan startup Kompanion has raised €800,000 i…
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: 7 ways to make the most of its wider foldable design
Here are seven ways to make the most of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8’s wider design, from multitasking and photography to entertainment and hands-free viewing.
Streaming’s Biggest Show Returns…and a Buzzy Genre Struggles
(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.) Obviously, the big news of the week (if not month) is Netflix letting go of executive Bela Bajaria, their chief content officer. I’m going to cover this in my next “Most Important Story of the Week”, but I also have a data angle that I might publish before then. (Too much news this month, am I right?) But first, I have a bonus Streaming Ratings Report issue for you. Today’s article is a bit of a grab bag of topics I’ve wanted to write about, but couldn’t squeeze into the (already very long) Streaming Ratings Report issues. The NFL drives huge viewership numbers, so I’ve got a look at that. A whole bunch of TV shows returned to the traditional broadcast channels, and I have thoughts. And I have a quick look at adult animated shows, since a couple flopped earlier this month. Plus, the Emmys aired earlier this month, and we got some fun data bout how popular those nominated shows are and why I’m not optimistic about the show’s future. That’s a lot, so let’s dive right in. Subscribe Sports - Football Remains the King of Streaming Over the last two Streaming Ratings Reports, I sorta ignored the biggest “show” each week. (I was tempted to say “piece of content” but I know that word bugs folks.) In my database, I call these “specials”, and they sure are special. I speak of the king of American TV: football!!! Streaming football is back and, unlike some other sports, it routinely dominates all viewership. Probably the best way to show this is to update one of my favorite graphics, the “40 Million Hour Club”1 since football games have joined that club each week they’ve premiered: (Yep, that’s the data through 28-Sep, the first four weeks of the season. As a reminder, I take the average minute audience provided by Nielsen, factor out a percentage of linear TV viewers in home markets, and multiply the run time by the three-hour runtime.) Again, the numbers are huge. Let’s start with Netflix. They grabbed the rights to the bonus opening week NFL Kickoff game (which was on YouTube last year) and it put up 18.5 million viewers on average. That nets out to 47.4 million hours of estimated streaming hours. That’s good! Though, notably, it’s well below Christmas Day games from previous years. Compared to other streamers/broadcasters, that’s a bit of a mixed result. On one hand, Netflix’s 18.5 million average is about what YouTube claimed last year, though Nielsen used a bespoke methodology at that time, so I trust this viewership figure more. So that’s good. (The game also shifted from a Friday to a Thursday and that could have helped the viewership as well.) And Netflix continues to best Prime Video in total viewership—as you’ll see next—though Netflix has had much higher-profile (opening week and Christmas Day) games. NBC/Peacock’s opening game the night before averaged 25.1 million average viewers, which is just much bigger than Netflix (or Prime Video). That’s the big caveat to all streaming viewership records: even in success, they can’t compete with traditional linear TV. Previously, I called this my “hierarchy of viewership”, and the data keeps supporting that thesis. The downside for NBC is that this game’s viewership was down compared to previous years, though it may be a counting issue. Here’s a great chart from Sports Media Watch: Indeed, looking at all the opening week games across all windows, Netflix still lags the other primetime windows, but does well compared to the afternoon games: I saw a few folks make the case that streamers still lag traditional broadcasters in reach, and I’d add they really lag compared to “broadcast plus streaming” options like NBC/Peacock, ESPN/Disney+ and CBS/Paramount+. The best data I saw for this came from Samba TV, who charted reach through the 2025 season, and, wow. (Samba TV’s numbers are historically lower than Nielsen’s, so don’t compare their household figures to Nielsen’s hours, but use them as a proxy for the relative reach of the streamers.) The good news is Prime Video is NOT having a down year. Their opening Thursday Night Football game reached 18.6 million viewers (about what Netflix got), but that’s a high for Prime Video on Thursdays and the biggest Thursday night game since 2015. The TNF games the weeks of 21-Sep and 28-Sep continued this streak, getting 43.1 (16.8 million average viewers) and 42.5 total hours (16.6 million average viewers), which were both up from last year. Still, that continues the (typical) season slide: (For those new-to-streaming-football-numbers folks, the viewership declines for Thursday Night Football as the year goes along.) Overall, it appears as if Prime Video is now part of the “football habit”, be it for customers at home or out at places like bars and restaurants. And its viewership is slowly catching up to broadcast. One last chart shows this. Last season, Nielsen started adding out-of-home viewership to the charts, so I try not to do season-to-season comparisons as I did for the first few years. And while Nielsen added Big Data viewing this year, I’m going to compare the last two seasons. Here’s that chart, which shows the season-over-season gains: When it comes to streaming football, we have to keep a few seemingly contradictory thoughts in our head… First, streaming doesn’t come close to matching broadcast’s reach and, thus, viewership. Second, even with that gap, football is still the biggest “thing” on streaming. It’s very, very popular. Third, while some methodology changes have likely helped Prime Video’s numbers, their viewership does appear to be growing. Lastly, yeah, the NFL started the season off poorly, with week one dragging down the numbers in year-over-year comparisons. However—and again, methodology changes may have helped this—the viewership grew compared to previous seasons over the next couple of weeks. So football is still king. On streaming and off. Television - Adult Animation Continues to NOT Make the Streaming Charts In the last two reports, two adult-animated shows whiffed: Netflix’s animated comedy, Dang! Paramount+’s Sega-video-game-inspired fantasy/comedy, Golden Axe. Neither made the charts, but that’s usually the case for animated shows. I mean, here’s literally every animated show that’s made the Nielsen Original charts since the start of 2025: And one of those shows is G_abby’s Dollhouse_! A kids show! The problem with charts like this is that they don’t give you a sense of how many shows miss the charts. Netflix had at least eleven animated flops, including comedies like Big Mouth (a show everyone assumed was popular in the pre-Streaming Ratings Era), Long Story Short, Haunted Hotel, Mating Season, Strip Law, and Alley Cats, and action shows like Blood of Zeus, Castlevania: Nocturne, Devil May Cry, Splinter Cell: Deathwatch, and Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft. Prime Video had at least six animated misses, two in the same universe (Hazbin Hotel, Helluva Boss), three more comedies (#1 Happy Family USA, The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy and Kevin) and an action show (The Mighty Nein). Disney+ had MCU and Star Wars animated misses (Eyes of Wakanda, Marvel Zombies, Star Wars: Visions, Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, and Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld) but I can’t tell how many of those shows were geared towards adults. HBO Max had Harley Quinn and Hulu had Solar Opposites. None of these shows made the charts! That’s a lot of misses! If I remade the chart with all those misses, here’s how it would look: Listen, I know the counter arguments. First, it’s cheaper to produce animated shows than live action. Fair enough, but with viewership this low, even that cheaper price point starts to not matter. Second, just look at the acquired charts. Hit animated comedies can generate viewership for years! Shows like The Simpsons, South Park, Family Guy, and Bob’s Burgers do really, really well. Fair enough, but streaming has failed to recreate the dynamic that Fox has mastered so well. That’s a problem for streaming still. Television - Emmys! The annual Emmys broadcast was a few weeks ago, and I’ve got data on how the nominees performed on streaming, plus hot takes on this year’s viewership (and the big news about the broadcast’s, er, streamcast’s future). 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… The top Emmy-nominated shows… ...why I’m worried about the future of the Emmys telecast... ...the pros of broadcast television ...and the cons... ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support. Coming Soon! Next week, we’ve got a double issue (since the weeks of 21-Sep and 28-Sep were so light), but then I’ll be all caught up after a deluge of streaming ratings data from Nielsen in September. In the meantime, I’m going to try to take a look at Netflix’s stats to explain why Bela Bajaria is out. But even light weeks give me plenty to talk about. The Great British Baking Show returns to Netflix and Apple TV has a buzzy new star-studded comedy. And Netflix has a controversial-but-appears-to-be-popular new game show. Plus big films like Toy Story 5, Backrooms and The Breadwinner head to streaming. And is East of Eden a hit? After that, The Kardashians return to Hulu, Prime Video has a reboot of Carrie, and Netflix has a horror show, Below. Disclosure Day heads to Peacock, The Housemaid heads to HBO Max_,_ a new Ben Affleck film, Animals, lands on Netflix, and Apple TV has a new John Cena action film based on, checks notes, Hasbro’s Matchbox toys. Okay. Longterm, some interesting TV production news. HBO Max ordered How to Survive Without Me, starring Kaley Cuoco, Joshua Jackson, Ray Romano and Rita Wilson, for fifteen episodes! I love that some streamers (or, at least, HBO Max) are finally ordering TV shows with more than eight episodes. In less wise production news, Landman does not appear to be coming back this year, since it just started production. Frankly, I don’t love this (get your shows out on time) but Landman is so popular, I doubt it matters.
Tom Murphy explains his Associated Press Top 25 ballot
There was a major shakeup in the Top 10 after a upsets galore, especially in the SEC.