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The 11 largest North American sports franchise sales, starting with the Lakers … twice
Teams across major North American sports leagues have been fetching jaw-dropping sale prices in recent years.
Starbreeze Entertainment & VICE Studios Partners with Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and G-Unit Film & Television for PAYDAY
Starbreeze Entertainment together with VICE Studios (Gangs of London) have partnered with Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and his G-Unit Film & Television, to executive produce an adaptation of Starbreeze’s iconic, long-running video game franchise PAYDAY® for global audiences. , , , , “G-Unit Film & TV has built cinematic crime stories that connect with audiences around the world. Teaming up with Starbreeze and VICE Studios and bringing the world of PAYDAY to the screen gives us the chance to build...
Real estate exec Jeff Glover sells Keller Williams franchises to focus on his agency, training business
The move gives the Realtor more time to focus on his other businesses.
Buying Lakers makes Bob Iger's dream of owning a sports team come true
Throughout his storied career as a media executive, Bob Iger has made repeated attempts to own a major sports franchise.
10 most expensive pro sports franchise sales: Lakers top list
If the Lakers' $12 billion sale goes through, it would jump to the top of the list of most expensive pro sports purchases. Here's the top 10.
Lakers being sold for $12B, North American record for sports franchise
The Lakers are being sold for a record $12 billion less than two years after Dodgers co-owner Mark Walter bought the team from the Buss Family.
Schefter: Cowboys remain most valuable sports franchise at $15.5 billion
Schefter: Cowboys remain most valuable sports franchise at $15.5 billion
Vikings building on defensive strengths
EAGAN, MN (KELO) — The Vikings offense has been the story of the offseason but with a starting quarterback now decided, the defense is ready to make headlines ahead of Week One. Minnesota’s defense has been the lifeblood of the franchise since the Purple People Eater days. The team has a scary ability to shut […]
Lucas Museum announces new restaurant inspired by Skywalker Ranch
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art on Tuesday announced its flagship restaurant, Skywalker Grill. Nestled at the top of the museum with sweeping city views, the classic American eatery is now taking reservations.
50 Cent's Newest Series Comes From a Popular Video Game Franchise
Curtis Jackson aka 50 Cent seems to have the Midas touch when it comes to crime dramas. The Power universe has become an iconic series that will go down in history for its genre-redefining concepts an...
Predicting the top 5 franchises in all 4 major sports leagues over the next 50 years
Who will be the best team in every league over the next 50 years?
Unipol seeks over 30% of future BPER-MPS business
The insurer has reached an agreement to purchase a business made up of about 635 MPS branches.
Square Enix Reportedly Halted a Nearly Finished Final Fantasy IX Remake and Has Now Pivoted Away from Mining Its Past
Square Enix reportedly halted a nearly finished Final Fantasy IX remake and has now pivoted away from mining the franchise's back catalog.
High picks, high expectations: The Steelers hope Omar Khan's big investment in the offensive line pays off
The Steelers enjoyed one of their best eras of offensive football in franchise history from from 2014-18. With Ben Roethlisberger, Antonio Brown and Le’Veon...
Best Trade Partners Named for Kings Veteran Lavine
Trapped by a massive $49 million salary, Sacramento searches for a viable exit. Discover which rebuilding franchises could finally absorb the veteran guard to spark a youth movement.
Blazers' Moda Center Battle Has Become a PR War
Local influencers and hundred-million-dollar ultimatums take center stage as the franchise deploys new tactics to secure massive public funding for a high-stakes arena renovation project.
Jaguars Hunting Season 2026: How 'Bout Them Cowboys?
A late-December showdown at AT&T Stadium pits Jacksonville’s division title hopes against a Dallas franchise desperate to reclaim its winning ways under new leadership on Sunday Night Football.
Former Seahawks Tight End Claimed off Waivers by the Steelers
The Seattle Seahawks added undrafted fullback Brock Lampe on August 6, making them perhaps the only NFL franchise to have not one but three fullbacks on their 90-man training camp roster. In doing so, the Seahawks simultaneously waived undrafted tight end Lance Mason from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. However, things are not to dispair for […] The post Former Seahawks Tight End Claimed off Waivers by the Steelers appeared first on HEAVY.
Insider reveals Falcons' plans for rookie WR Zachariah Branch
Atlanta plans to play rookie speedster Zachariah Branch all over the field
Launch Family Entertainment signs lease for Missoula location
MISSOULA, Mont. — Launch Family Entertainment (Launch), a leading family entertainment franchise, has announced a signed lease for its first location in the state of Montana. The park will be situa…
Avoiding These 3 Things in Midlife Is Linked to 13 More Dementia-Free Years
There are still opportunities in midlife to prevent dementia or delay its onset, a new study finds.
Worrying Update On Former Canucks Captain Quinn Hughes’ Future
Minnesota dramatically reshaped its roster last December by acquiring former Norris Trophy-winning defenseman and Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes in one of the most significant trades in franchise history.Although many expected Hughes to end up with one of two Eastern Conference contenders, the Wild ultimately emerged as the surprise destination. He wasted little time becoming […] The post Worrying Update On Former Canucks Captain Quinn Hughes’ Future appeared first on HEAVY.
Penguins’ Bill Zonnon Reveals Sidney Crosby’s True Character
Longtime Pittsburgh Penguins captain and future Hall of Fame franchise icon Sidney Crosby is under contract for at least one more season, though he’s openly spoken about how he intends to continue his career with year-to-year contracts.In the meantime, Crosby managed to help lead the Penguins back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs earlier this spring […] The post Penguins’ Bill Zonnon Reveals Sidney Crosby’s True Character appeared first on HEAVY.
Browns Legend Shut Down Return Under Monken
A Cleveland Browns legend declined a return to the franchise under Todd Monken. The post Browns Legend Shut Down Return Under Monken appeared first on HEAVY.
You vs you: The other side of when you almost decide not to go
Discover how taking action and increasing your luck surface area can transform your farm business and open doors to new opportunities.
Brookdale Community College Launches New Sports Management Degree Program
From professional sports franchises and collegiate athletics to recreation, event management, and sports marketing, the business of sports continues to grow, and so do the career opportunities. To help students prepare for this exciting and
FDA Approves the First mRNA Flu Vaccine
The shot, made by Moderna, will be available for this year's upcoming flu season.
Unearthed paper exposes Dem House hopeful's 'insane' proposal for meeting climate goals
Manny Rutinel's resurfaced paper argued governments should incentivize ranchers to transition to plant-based farming in Colorado's top cattle district.
Blackhawks Trade Pitch Lands Flames $30M Skilled Winger
The Chicago Blackhawks have undoubtedly had an eventful offseason. They have added new players to their roster, including Bowen Byram, Jordan Greenway, Cole Smith, and Ian Cole. They also brought back franchise legend Patrick Kane on a two-year, $8 million AAV contract.Overall, with these moves, it is clear that the Blackhawks want to be more […] The post Blackhawks Trade Pitch Lands Flames $30M Skilled Winger appeared first on HEAVY.
Utah orders shutdown of resort drinking water system over public health concerns
Guests at Sorrel River Ranch in Grand County are under a "Do Not Use" order after Utah regulators determined the resort's drinking water system posed an immedia
Earth science and policy student spends summer exploring Arctic geothermal options
Declan Goldhawk knew he wanted to spend the summer expanding on what he’s learning in college while branching out into unfamiliar territory. A 10-week internship in Alaska — a place he’s never been — researching geothermal energy at the Alaska Center for Energy and Power checked both boxes.
Saudi Arabia's PIF completes acquisition of Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts, the gaming company known for franchises like "The Sims" and "Battlefield," has officially been acquired by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake and Affinity Partners for $55 billion.
What Gives Me Hope About the Future of Public Health in the U.S.
"Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, new ways of working in public health are emerging," writes Dr. Debra Houry.
Detroit Red Wings GM search going through search firm
Detroit Red Wings owner Christopher Ilitch brought in a search firm to help determine the franchise's next general manager.
Burt Reynolds was gifted a brand new Pontiac Trans Am every year for the rest of his life until an awkward call with General Motors president
Following the huge success of the film Smokey and the Bandit, Burt Reynolds struck a deal with GM for a free Pontiac Trans Am a year, but something went wrong
Global Credit Union Opens Branch in Utqiaġvik
Global Credit Union, with help from Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation, opened a new branch inside the AC Stuaqpak supermarket in Utqiaġvik.
The Cleveland Sirens are honoring its past, setting sail to the future
Here's how Cleveland's new WNBA franchise plans on honoring the history of the Rockers while also looking ahead at their future.
Rock Entertainment Group unveils Cleveland Sirens as city’s WNBA expansion team
Cleveland’s new WNBA team has a name and a look.Rock Entertainment Group unveiled the name and brand identity for Cleveland’s WNBA franchise: the Cleveland Sir
MrBeast Sales Slow, Angel Stock Falls, MUBI and Neon Look for Hits, and Will an NBA Franchise Set a Sales Record?
(Welcome to the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a newsletter on the entertainment industry and business strategy. I write a weekly Streaming Ratings Report and a bi-weekly strategy column, along with occasional deep dives into other topics, like today’s article. Please subscribe.) You probably remember egg prices spiking a few years ago. This led to a lot of debate between the pro-market/pro-competition/antitrust/Neo-Brandesian crowd and the center/center-right/center-left/abundance/libertarian crowd over the cause, whether it was the avian flu outbreak or whether industry consolidation led to price fixing, using avian flu as a convenient cover. Basel Musharbash wrote a whole investigation at BIG looking at it. Well, two years later, we have our answer: it was price fixing. The Justice Department found proof, via emails, of price fixing. Indeed, just the threat of an investigation brought prices down two years ago: I bring this up because at least half a dozen of my favorite political writers and pundits, who were skeptical about price fixing at the time, haven’t written any mea culpas on this issue. It’s really dispiriting and makes it much, much harder to trust their work on other issues. If you take a hard stand on an issue, then you get it wrong, you need to explain how and why you got it wrong. Or update your priors. This is how epistemological bubbles are formed! All of which is to say, it’s time for another installment of “What I Got Right, What I Got Wrong”. Last issue, I mostly focused on the “wrong” side of the equation, so today’s is a bit more balanced, but with one big mea culpa (though I still stand by my original concerns). Let’s dive right in! Subscribe CORRECTION: UFC Didn’t Release Subscriber Data (But Seems to Have Bragged About It Internally) In my analysis of the viewership of UFC Freedom 250, I wrote... “Paramount has also released datecdotes bragging about their subscriber numbers. Earlier this year, they claimed that the first UFC fight on Paramount+ brought in 1 million subscribers.” Well, that datecdote did not come from a PR rep, but from great reporting from James Faris at Business Insider. The actual quote was this: “Paramount’s flagship streaming service generated about a million new subscribers on the day of its first-ever UFC event, Paramount product chief Dane Glasgow told employees in a town hall on Tuesday morning, three staffers who attended the meeting told Business Insider.“ This wasn’t the biggest goof in the world; even Faris emphasized to me that this is more a “clarification” than a correction. Still, it sounds like, internally, the folks at Paramount were very happy about this result—and I’m guessing they were happy with this news getting out—even though the gains didn’t last through the quarter, dropping to 700K adds. RIGHT: MrBeast’s Struggles Continue... I’m very skeptical about MrBeast’s burgeoning media “empire” and, in particular, its $5 billion valuation, as I wrote earlier this year and last year. Sure enough, according to Business Insider, regarding its “booming” consumer products division_:_ “US sales volume grew 13% year-over-year in 2025, following a 33% leap the previous year, according to a presentation deck dated May 2026....A February 2025 investor deck viewed by Business Insider showed Feastables’ net revenue more than doubled in 2024 from 2023, to $215 million, and was forecast to grow 74% in 2025, to $375 million.” [Emphasis mine.] If you told investors that you projected 74% growth but delivered 13%,1 that’s not ideal. But it’s not just MrBeast. Logan Paul and KSI’s Prime had sales drop in half for their energy drinks. It’s one thing to build a successful entertainment company and an entirely different thing to succeed in the heavily-consolidated-but-also-very-competitive consumer packaged goods space! CPGs are dominated by a few firms with very wide moats compared to YouTube, which has few barriers to entry. These businesses require different skill sets and have completely different business environments. WRONG: Does the NBA Have an $8 Billion Bidder? Almost as soon as I published my article about the NBA’s finances, casting skepticism on NBA expansion, I saw this Front Office Sports headline: One group “claims to have already raised $8 billion” for the Vegas expansion team. I mean, wow. That’s just $2 billion less than what the Los Angeles Lakers were valued at when they were sold just last year. And they’re arguably the most popular team in the NBA. (Side note: the new owner is now under an investigation for fraud in how he went about financing the Lakers and the Dodgers purchases.) So much for the “dried up” language I used in that article. (This is why I usually stick to my “Entertainment Nuance Guy” tone in articles...) I went off old information—from April, when I read/heard about the NBA downplaying expansion efforts—instead of doing a quick double-check for new news. That said...if you read the article, the market for Seattle is “slow”, with just one reported bidder. So I wasn’t entirely off. This goof has annoyed me since I first published it, mainly because it undercut that article’s real point, which I stand by: NBA franchises are really overvalued right now. Now, I get why NBA teams are overvalued. When it comes to owning sports teams, it’s basically never wrong to assume that some rich person somewhere will care more about owning a team (or just being part of a group since they’re so expensive) than the actual financials. There are only so many teams to own, and opportunities to buy in preferred markets don’t come along very often. This explains why the teams sell for such high multiples (usually above a 10 to 12.5 revenue multiple, which is very high). You only need one person to overpay! Beyond the ultra-wealthy luxury good explanation, I worry NBA teams are becoming speculative assets. More and more private equity investors are buying into NBA teams. But the value, in owning a team, comes from selling it later, not any meaningful relationship to revenue or profit growth. In other words, the newer NBA owners are increasingly expecting someone later to buy their inflated asset. That’s not sound economics; that’s the “greater fool” theory at work.2 At some point, actually making money has to matter. Especially since revenue growth is now below the growth of the stock market. (And this matters because the NBA doesn’t have easy levers to pull to drastically lower their costs—half of their revenue has to go to players and then you actually have to run a team, including coaching, training, travel, media expenses, and more—or raise revenues aside from one-off expansions in America and overseas.) I just don’t see how investors make their money back buying NBA teams, except for selling at a higher price later on down the line. But if revenue/profit growth continues to slow, at some point, someone will be left holding the bag. RIGHT: Baseball and Basketball are about equally popular. Related to the above, I wanted to cite two quick pieces of evidence for one of my other theories: that the NBA and MLB are about as popular as each other, but the NBA gets much, much better media coverage. One YouGov survey has that fans prefer basketball to baseball by 52% to 48%, which I’m guessing is within the margin of error for that poll. That’s virtually even, meaning they’re about the same popularity. Over on NBC, a recent Red Sox-Yankees game averaged 4 million viewers, higher than Sunday Night Basketball’s average of 3.4 million on the same network. A Yankees-Dodgers game averaged 3.9 million two weeks ago. Not every game averages this much, but it shows you that baseball isn’t far off from basketball, depending on the matchup. Altogether, the NBA is just slightly more popular than baseball, but NBC is paying MLB a fraction of what they pay the NBA, a point I’ve made before. RIGHT: Angel, MUBI and Neon Updates... I’ve long been skeptical about many of Hollywood’s buzziest startups/smaller indie studios. It’s not that they don’t make great movies—films like Anora and Everything Everywhere All at Once are amazing—or that they’re not (rightfully) pushing the majors to make better films, but...they get a ton of hype, and that hype often doesn’t live up to the reality or difficulty in scaling up. Starting with MUBI, well, The Wall Street Journal wrote a feature on MUBI’s struggles last April, best summarized by the subheader “After Sequoia valued Mubi at $1 billion, a left-wing revolt sent the indie film company into a tailspin”. MUBI lost $7.3 million on $200 million in revenue in Q4 2025, but reportedly hit a record 1.7 million subscribers at the end of Q1. As for Neon, Department M purchased a “significant stake” in the company earlier this year. How much is that “stake” worth? According to Deadline, “No financial figures for the Neon-Department M deal were disclosed.” So...that’s not great! If it was a big valuation, we’d hear about. Also, I found this curious: “Both Neon and Department M already have separate partnerships with Qatar. The Qatar Film Committee has a slate deal in place with the former, and a biopic production pact with the latter.” Color me skeptical about much Middle Eastern investment dollars. See: LIV Golf. Finally, as for Angel (formerly Angel Studios), their stock very, very slightly popped last month after Young Washington ($20 million budget) which made $45 million in the US, but their stock is still way down from its opening. Smaller Updates RIGHT: The WGA should focus on antitrust concerns! I’ve been on this for years. Post-WGA/AMTPT deal in 2023, I wrote an article for the Ankler calling on the WGA to focus and organize against industry consolidation. Sure enough, the WGA filed a lawsuit against the Paramount-WBD merger, and people are organizing around this issue now. I wish this energy had coalesced earlier (specifically to lobby Washington much earlier), but better late than never! WRONG: Actually, the chip shortage might be due to market manipulation. In my last “Long Reads for the Long Summer” article, I shared an article about how LLMs are causing memory chip prices to spike, which will make all electronics more expensive. Well, turns out, three RAM manufacturers control 90% of the market, and now a private lawsuit accuses them of price-fixing. So yeah. WRONG/UPDATE: The Odyssey will hold! Two weeks ago, I wrote, “As of this moment, we haven’t had a super-blockbuster, though The Odyssey, Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday could all cross the $500 million mark. (At this point, The Odyssey would need a very strong hold to get there.)” Well, it’s safe to say it’s going to have that hold! It only dropped 30% in weekend two and IMAX screenings are sold out all month. Spider-Man: Brand New Day is also off to a great start. RIGHT: People are rushing to get shows out yearly. I’ve long been bullish on yearly, weekly-released shows, and Leslie Goldberg at The Ankler wrote about how many people in town are now listening. WRONG: Mark Carney reverses Canada’s stance on homegrown production. After writing about Canada installing domestic production quotas, Canada has backed off. WRONG: I don’t trust Spider-Man: Brand New Day’s online “views”. When I originally wrote about the latest Spider-Man film’s record-breaking trailer, I thought this was just YouTube views, but after watching this Corridor Crew video and doing more research, well, it’s all social views of the trailer globally. Really? That stat includes TikTok, Reels and YouTube Shorts views. Basically, I don’t trust it anymore. (This film will probably set record, but I trust the pre-sales data more.) RIGHT: Celebrity Production companies are still struggling. I’ve written about this for years, but the company that I didn’t track was Kevin Hart’s HartBeat, which was valued at $650 million but is struggling now and might just end soon, especially after Kevin Hart pulled his endorsement deals. And Bad Robot is moving to NYC. CORRECTION: SpongeBob is a “second run” title. In my 2025 recap article, I had _SpongeBob SquarePants_labelled as a “library” title, when it is still a “second run” show, with new episodes still coming out on Nickelodeon. CORRECTION: In my last “What I Got Right, What I Got Wrong” update, I offered a correction from Doug Creutz and misspelled TD Cowen. Thanks, Grammarly! 1 Though he could have increased prices to make up for the gap, he couldn’t have increased them that much. 2 There’s a theory, which I think that Daryl Morey created and Bill Simmons popularized, that, to be successful building your team, you only need a handful of bad GMs in the league to take advantage of. To be clear, Daryl Morey’s theory was also for signing bad contracts, that you could always get out of bad contracts. Basically, there’s always someone who will make a bad trade. It’s not the same exact thing, but similar enough to the Greater Fool Theory that I really like it.
Evaluating Bucks' Best and Worst Moves of 2026 NBA Offseason
Milwaukee traded away its franchise cornerstone this summer, and the return package leaves plenty of room to argue about what comes next.
Agassi Sports Entertainment Launches Global "Let's Play" Pickleball and Padel Platform Initiative
Company plans to pursue potential acquisitions, strategic partnerships and franchising opportunities, with Germany and Australia expected to serve as initial international markets
Could Eating Less Protein Help You Age Better and Live Longer?
More protein might not be beneficial for everyone, researchers say, as studies suggest protein restriction could boost longevity and health.
BUSINESS BEAT: Century Bank and Trust closes Monroe Street drive-thru
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - With the opening of an expanded drive-thru at their main branch on West Chicago Street,...
Clinical Trials Aren’t the Only Way to Know if Flu Shots Work
With a bit of creativity, evidence can be drawn from data we already have in the form of natural experiments, write Christopher M. Worsham and Anupam B. Jena.
Game changers: How EA Sports made a video game the epicenter of soccer culture
Long before the EAFC video game franchise nestled itself at the epicenter of soccer culture, FIFA International Soccer was an unexpected bestseller.
Game changers: How EA Sports made a video game the epicenter of soccer culture
Long before the EAFC video game franchise nestled itself at the epicenter of soccer culture, FIFA International Soccer was an unexpected bestseller.
Bucks Co-Owner Explains the Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade
Milwaukee Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam explained why long-time franchise superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo was traded to the Miami Heat.After spending the first 13 seasons of his NBA career in Milwaukee, the Bucks traded Antetokounmpo to the Heat for a package of young players and draft picks in what was a franchise-altering move for a team that […] The post Bucks Co-Owner Explains the Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
Chicago Cubs Announce Seiya Suzuki Decision Before Yankees Game
The Chicago Cubs are currently taking on the New York Yankees in an interleague showdown between two of MLB’s most historic franchises. Chicago dropped the first game of its series with the Yankees, and on Saturday, David Peterson (6-7, 5.80 ERA, 77 SO) will get the nod against the Yankees’ starter Max Fried. In the […] The post Chicago Cubs Announce Seiya Suzuki Decision Before Yankees Game appeared first on HEAVY.
Cowboys’ George Pickens Eyeing Record-Breaking WR Contracts
Cowboys star George Pickens is on a one-year franchise tag contract. He's been paying attention to the big money other WRs are getting. The post Cowboys’ George Pickens Eyeing Record-Breaking WR Contracts appeared first on HEAVY.
Fox Saturday Night Baseball Bingo: Cubs vs. Yankees
Two historic franchises face off at Wrigley Field tonight
The highest-grossing entertainment franchise in the world isn't Star Wars, Marvel or Mickey Mouse — it's Pokémon, which began as a Japanese video game about collecting creatures and has since rung up north of a hundred billion dollars in retail sales
A $16 million trading card is just the beginning of how Pokémon became the most profitable entertainment empire ever built.
Healthcare costs have more than doubled for many farmers this year, on top of soaring expenses
When Congress allowed Affordable Care Act tax credits to lapse, healthcare premiums spiked for millions of Americans — especially self-employed farmers and ranchers. That added cost is multiplying the stress on their already stretched balance sheets.
Angel Reese Sets New Atlanta Dream Record for Offensive Rebounds
Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese made franchise history during Friday’s win over the Seattle Storm.
City builds game plan for hockey, entertainment center
Moving ahead toward bringing a United States Hockey League franchise to the city, the Simi Valley City Council has created a work team to explore a proposed are
I hated my dad's lawn care business. Now I run it as CEO.
Jennifer Lemcke resented her dad's Weed Man franchise as a teen. Now she's CEO, running a business that made $426 million last year.
UC San Diego expert available: The business of Hollywood—from Toy Story to the Paramount-Warner merger
As Hollywood continues to reshape itself through blockbuster franchises and industry consolidation, UC San Diego associate professor of communication Shawna Kidman is available to provide context on the forces transforming the entertainment business. Kidman studies media industries, intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, and the business strategies behind Hollywood's biggest successes. Her research examines how companies build enduring franchises, why media consolidation matters to co
Ryan Gosling's family-first philosophy reshaped his Hollywood career: experts
From "Barbie" to "Ghost Rider," Ryan Gosling's pivot toward blockbuster franchises traces back to a deliberate family-first philosophy he embraced as a dad.
Microsoft's Xbox chief lays out plan to pass rivals on margin by 2030 in memo to employees
Microsoft's gaming unit wants to invest in its Minecraft franchise and expand through partnerships, including in China.
Everyone alive may carry DNA from a ‘ghost lineage’ of human ancestors
Scientists analyzing modern genomes may have found a long-lost branch of the human family tree
Lego Pokémon Smart Play hands-on: A better way to build, train and battle
With its latest Smart Play sets, Lego managed put its own spin on one of the world's most popular franchises.
PREVIEW: Gears of War: E-Day's 'Horde Siege' is the most fun I've *ever* had in the entire history of the Gears franchise
Last week I had the opportunity to go hands on with Gears of War: E-Day and its new "Horde Siege" mode, which is far more chaotic, bombastic, and cinematic than I expected.
Cowboys expect defense to be 'significantly improved' under Christian Parker
The job for new Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker will be to resurrect the worst defense in franchise history.
John Thune Isn’t Bowing to Trump’s Pressure: ‘Show Me How This Ends’
A standoff over the restrictive voting bill Trump is pushing has left nerves raw at the Capitol, with even the typically staid Thune showing signs of frustration.
The Lone Republican Who Voted Against Advancing Bill to Put Tougher Sanctions on Russia
The lawmaker referred to the legislation as the "latest counterproductive attempt to hold Russia accountable for its war against Ukraine."
The Hidden Cost of Stress at Work
Policymakers, employers, and professional organizations have opportunities to design work environments that make us healthier, write Lilly Springer, David Slusky, and Anupam B. Jena.
Get to Know Your Foe: Utah State
Welcome to week two of Get to Know Your Foe. After examining the Fresno State Bulldogs last week, we travel to Logan, Utah, to check out the Utah State Aggies. Another fellow land-grant university, Utah State University, was founded in 1888 with a focus on agriculture, military science, and training for all branches of the […]
Ryan Poles Gives Contract Extension Update on Darnell Wright
Darnell Wright was drafted by the Chicago Bears 10th overall back in the 2023 NFL draft and has since been a key part of this offense. Being able to land a franchise tackle is tough to do, but it seems as if Chicago was able to accomplish that task. Although Wright has yet to make a Pro Bowl, he was on the All-Pro second team in 2025.
Public invited to free Weaverville health and wellness fair
A free health and wellness fair will be held in Weaverville at the Redding Rancheria Trinity Health Center on Wednesday, July 29.
Yankees Birthday of the Day: Elmer Miller
Miller became the first player in franchise history to bat, record a hit, and score a run in the World Series.
Replay Sports Cards Returns to Chicago for the National Sports Collectors Convention with a Full Week of Giving Back
Replay Sports Cards ("Replay"), America's first national franchise dedicated exclusively to the hobby, is spending the days leading up to the 2026 National Sports Collectors Convention (July 29-Aug. 2) at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, giving back to the Chicagoland community that will host the industry's biggest show. Between hosting trivia night before a Chicago White Sox game, donating cards to patients and families at La Rabida Children's Hospital, and placing donation
Dolphin Entertainment Subsidiaries Powered High-Profile Campaigns at San Diego Comic-Con 2026
The Agency Collective Executed Publicity, Experiential Marketing and Digital Campaigns for Major Film Releases, Television Franchises and Leading Fan-First Consumer Brands MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / July 28, 2026 / Dolphin Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:DLPN) ...
Mitch McConnell Shares New Health Update 6 Weeks After Hospitalization
McConnell was hospitalized on June 14, but his office initially didn’t share any details about the Republican Senator’s condition.
Javier Hernández To Sign With USL Championship Side Atlético Dallas
Javier 'Chicharito' Hernández has reportedly agreed to join Atlético Dallas, he becomes the first player signed in the history of the new USL Championship franchise.
RWJBarnabas Health Programs, Clinician Honored by New Jersey Hospital Association
The New Jersey Hospital Association (NJHA) recognized two exceptional programs and one outstanding individual from the RWJBarnabas Health system at the 2026 Best at the Beach Awards, held last night at Ocean Place Resort & Spa in Long Branch. This annual awards program celebrates organizations that share NJHA’s commitment to improving the health of New Jersey.
Jaguars’ Lawrence Named a Fantasy Football ‘League Winner’ For 2026
After an MVP-caliber finish to last season, Jacksonville’s franchise quarterback enters 2026 surrounded by elite weaponry. Discover why one expert believes Trevor Lawrence will help win fantasy football leagues this season.
Healthcare costs have more than doubled for many farmers this year, on top of soaring expenses
When Congress allowed Affordable Care Act tax credits to lapse, healthcare premiums spiked for millions of Americans — especially self-employed farmers and ranchers. That added cost is multiplying the stress on their already stretched balance sheets.
Wildfire Disruptions to the Tour de France Show How Climate Change Is Shaping Sports
Tadej Pogačar's fifth Tour de France victory came after last-minute course changes due to wildfires, underscoring how climate change is influencing major sporting events.
Brewers' Misiorowski Makes Franchise History Again
The 24-year-old phenom fanned seven straight Colorado Rockies to shatter a Milwaukee Brewers' franchise record.
Delaware’s $2 billion corporate franchise is good business for all Delawareans
Civics 101 Special Series: The Corporate Capital In so many ways, there’s no better place to be than Delaware. That’s certainly true for about 2.2 million businesses who continue to call our state home, even as other states work to claim Delaware’s title as the nation’s corporate capital. After decades of dominance as the preferred […]
The Future of the Toy Industry Isn’t Toys. It’s Magic.
Sales of a three-decade-old card game called Magic: The Gathering have been booming. “It is a mega franchise,” Hasbro’s CEO says.
The Future of the Toy Industry Isn’t Toys. It’s Magic.
Sales of a three-decade-old card game called Magic: The Gathering have been booming. “It is a mega franchise,” Hasbro’s CEO says.
Am I a chicken-shop lefty? Here’s what a French fast food row taught me about politics
Feathers are flying over the halal chicken chain Master Poulet opening a branch in gentrified Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine – it’s an issue of wealth and class we know only too well, says writer and podcaster Coco Khan
Blackhawks Trade Pitch Lands Former 37-Goal Scorer
The Chicago Blackhawks made another big move earlier this week when they brought back franchise legend Patrick Kane on a two-year, $8 million AAV contract. With this, No. 88 will now be a very important part of the Blackhawks’ top six once again. He will also give Connor Bedard such much-needed help.Yet, even after Kane, […] The post Blackhawks Trade Pitch Lands Former 37-Goal Scorer appeared first on HEAVY.
Manatee County commissioners weigh $80 million sports complex proposal
Manatee County is considering Project Grace, a $80 million indoor sports complex in Lakewood Ranch with four hockey rinks.
Understanding The Fraught Politics Of Powering AI
Growing anxiety over electricity bills, on the rise in part because of the AI-driven infrastructure buildout, has quickly become a liability for industry and politicians alike
He topped IIT-JEE with AIR 1, turned down Computer Science, chose Physics instead — today his discoveries are taught around the world
For most IIT aspirants, securing an All India Rank (AIR) 1 in the IIT-JEE is the ultimate dream. It is often seen as a passport to the country's most sought-after engineering branches, lucrative careers, and global opportunities.
See the $600 Million World of Executive Perks
From private ranch vacations to concierge medicine, these are the ultraluxury perks top executives scored last year.
Stemple Creek Ranch opening Petaluma meat store soon after a popular CSA stops service
Fourth-generation West Marin agribusiness Stemple Creek Ranch on Monday is opening a store in its new headquarters and shipping center in Petaluma.
Texans Legend DeAndre Hopkins Joins Patriots in New Career Move
The Houston Texans, despite being one of the younger NFL franchises, have had some incredibly talented players grace their team.Andre Johnson and J.J. Watt are both Hall of Famers in their own right (future in Watt’s case), and longtime wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins could potentially be on the same trajectory.Hopkins, with 13 years of NFL […] The post Texans Legend DeAndre Hopkins Joins Patriots in New Career Move appeared first on HEAVY.
What Is Joe Manchin’s New Independent Leadership Council?
The council presents itself on its website as “an opportunity to fix politics.”
Colorado Commission prioritizes feelings over science
The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission voted Thursday and prioritized feelings over science-based management. Meanwhile, Rancher X is the beneficiary of those feelings-driven decisions. Well played, governor. The newest appointees to the CPW Commission are...
A sold-out crowd celebrates the 2026 Fast 50 honorees
FTB Services, the franchisee of Fuzzy's Tacos and Dave's Hot Chicken, topped the 2025 Fast 50 list with 466% revenue growth over three years.
Justin Jefferson Speaks On The Vikings QB Competition
All eyes are on the competition, but what does the franchise star think?
What adding Riq Woolen means for an already elite Vic Fangio defense
By adding Riq Woolen into the mix, the Eagles have a uniquely talented and versatile cornerback trio — potentially the best in franchise history.
She Bought a Business. It Almost Killed Her.
Franchisees with Kitchen and Bath Tune-Up say they are going broke due to hidden fees and charges. When they try to exit, even bigger fees pop up.
‘Arenas Are Becoming True Lifestyle Destinations’: Q’s With Marie Balsaqc, CEO Paris Entertainment Company
Paris Entertainment Company operates three landmark buildings in the Franch capital – Le Bataclan, adidas arena, and Accor Arena – comprising a total of more
Bucs' Biggest Training Camp Storyline Revealed
Beyond contract disputes, Tampa Bay's season hinges on Baker Mayfield’s health. After a brutal, injury-plagued year, can the quarterback find his ceiling and secure his future with the franchise?
Bucs' Biggest Training Camp Storyline Revealed
Beyond contract disputes, Tampa Bay's season hinges on Baker Mayfield’s health. After a brutal, injury-plagued year, can the quarterback find his ceiling and secure his future with the franchise?
Beatdown roundtable: favorite almost-signing in Ravens history
Baltimore Beatdown’s staff offers their favorite almost-signing in Ravens franchise history.