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How Iran's 'Stolen Revolution' failed to live up to its promise
Many supporters of Iran's revolution believed some form of democracy should govern the country. But over the decades, the Islamic Republic's radical religious rulers have launched brutal crackdowns on social justice and political freedom. Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses how the 1979 revolution failed to live up to its promise with Yeganeh Torbati and Bozorgmehr Sharafedin.
What Genres and Streamers Won 2025? And Who Lost? Plus Six Strategy Thoughts
(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.) Okay, time for the tenth and final article in my ten-part series recapping 2025. As I wrote two articles ago, my barometer for whether these articles are worth writing/publishing is whether they yield strategic insights, and once again, every subsection in this article has a strategic takeaway (or two). Honestly, these are the most important takeaways, since I step back and look holistically at the streaming wars in 2025. After I declare which streamers won and lost the year and which genres won and lost the year, I have six bonus thoughts. If you’d like to review the whole series... You can find the film flops here and here. You can find the TV shows flops here and here. You can find the top films here. You can find the top TV shows here, here and here. Then I declared my winners and losers in various categories here. You can find my 2024 recaps here. You can find the 2023 recaps here and here. And my 2022, 2021 and 2020 are all stored here. Yeah, it’s halfway through the year, and I’m just finishing this series up now. This year, I tried to space things out to not clog up my writing calendar, plus I had to wait for Fallout to (finally) drop off the charts. Well, that ended up pushing this series wayyyyy too far back on the calendar. Oh well. Next year, the goal will be to finish this series in March, but frankly, I just need more staff to make that happen. So please subscribe. Or, if you’re an advertiser (movie studio, FYC firm, or other), please reach out. Subscribe Streamer of the Year: Netflix Honorable Mention: Paramount (and CBS) So, just last week, I wrote about how Netflix has lost seven of its top twelve scripted shows in the last year. And I shared two very dour looks at Netflix’s potential slowdown this year and last. Guess what? They’re still the number one streamer in America. In 2025, they dominated new streaming shows (even if most of those new hit shows aren’t coming back for future seasons), they had the two biggest films, and they had the top returning TV show by a mile. The world is complicated, nuanced and messy. There may be warning signs of a future Netflix slowdown, but in 2025, Netflix was still the number one streamer. Note what I didn’t say? That Netflix has “won” the streaming wars, because obviously the streaming wars are still ongoing and, more importantly, YouTube is still growing—so now YouTube has “won” the streaming wars?—while Netflix’s share of TV consumption has stalled out. Avoid simplistic talking points, especially if they’re constantly repeated and could fit on a bumper sticker. I had trouble picking the second-place streamer this year, because all of the candidates for second place—Prime Video, HBO Max, and Paramount+—had some hits, but no one stood out. Then I saw this update from Nielsen on the top shows on TV in the 2025-206 season. Sure enough, Netflix had five of the top ten shows! And they had ten of the top 31 shows and fifteen of the top fifty. But CBS/Paramount+ actually had more shows in the top thirty and the top fifty. Paramount+/CBS had twelve of the top thirty shows and nineteen of the top fifty. Let me emphasize that: CBS/Paramount+ had more top shows in the 2025-2026 season than Netflix. And this look was just for TV shows, not live sports, an arena Netflix barely plays in. Meanwhile, Paramount-Skydance’s market cap is a fraction of Netflix’s. That’s weird, right? Streaming Loser of the Year, TV… 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… ...what streamer lost the year in TV... …whether Netflix could win the title for “film” streamer too… …who won the Disney vs Warner Bros. battle for theaters… ...what TV genres won and lost the year... ...what film genres won and lost the year... ...what film genre people think is thriving on streaming but isn’t… …why F-BOSSS TV shows don’t hold the same sway in the 2020s… …what it means to “flop” as a film on streaming… …UK shows underperforming on streaming… And a lot more... ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support. If you’d like to read more about why you should subscribe, please read this article about the Streaming Ratings Report, why it matters, why you need it, and why we cover streaming ratings best.
Hochul defends fracking ban as Blakeman presses for it to be overturned
The process has long been criticized by environmental activists who argue it poses risks to public health.
Google AI Mode starts rolling out Search agents that keep track of information for you
At I/O 2026, Google announced the concept of “Search agents,” with information agents now rolling out in AI Mode for...
Pride Local Business Spotlight
Inclusion, acceptance, and kindness should be part of our daily lives—regardless of age, gender, race, or identity. That’s why each June, Utah Soccer proudly celebrates Pride Month, honoring the LGBTQ+ community and the countless contributions its members make to our culture and communities. This month, we’re shining a spotlight on
Gas price solutions from around the world
While other countries have embraced renewable energy, President Donald Trump has doubled down on fossil fuels
5 Zelda Characters I'm Excited To See In The Ocarina Of Time Remake (And 5 That Need To Stay Away)
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is just around the corner, and with it comes a whole lot of colorful (and sometimes creepy) characters.
Durham businesses brace for impact as water restrictions take effect
Durham's Stage 2 water restrictions start Monday, and business owners who rely on water say the impact could hit their bottom line hard.
Westport racism lawsuit adds claim that KC helped keep out Black-owned businesses
The evolving lawsuit alleging racism and racketeering in Westport now targets city government directly.
ECRD 2026: Europe’s rare disease bottleneck is funding rather than science
Derisking assets to attract capital and rethinking funding models should be key priorities for Europe to retain its research pipeline.
Hillsborough's Accidental Baker grows from home kitchen to award-winning cracker company
The Accidental Baker produces artisan flatbread crackers out of Hillsborough.
Entertainment, new attractions announced ahead of patriotic Mississippi State Fair
Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson announced Flo Rida as the headliner of the 2026 Mississippi State Fair, which runs Oct. 8-18, as well as several new and special, patriotic attractions fairgoers can expect as part of this year’s theme, “Let Freedom Ring!” at the State Fair. Gipson was joined by Paige Robertson, executive…
Progressive Talarico knifes Biden's open border, tries moderating stance on key issues in Texas Senate race
Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico flip-flopped on border security, gun control, and transgender issues during a podcast interview this week.
Redo TAVR with balloon-expandable valves linked to positive outcomes, key improvements
Researchers tracked real-world data from more than 140 patients who originally received a transcatheter heart valve from Edwards Lifesciences, Medtronic or Boston Scientific.
“Stop! That! Train! ”stars Jujubee and Symone try to stump each other with lies
The "RuPaul's Drag Race" alums go wig-to-wig in a battle for the truth.
Spencer Pratt Concedes Defeat in Los Angeles Mayoral Race
Spencer Pratt conceded that he will not be L.A.'s next mayor in a video taunting the winning candidates.
Scientists Race to Test Treatments as Ebola Outbreak Widens
Trials are beginning on several drugs that have shown promise in preliminary studies against the virus that is causing the current outbreak.
Maine counts ranked choice ballots to determine nominees for governor and a US House race
Maine has begun counting ranked choice ballots on Friday to determine nominees for its open governor’s office and a pivotal U.S. House of Representatives race
CWS bracket 2026: Scores, schedule TV for NCAA Baseball Tournament
Texas is one of the eight teams still alive for the Men’s College World Series. How to watch the eight-team tournament.
Catching up with former Las Vegas Raiders UDFA’s
2020-2025 Las Vegas Raiders UDFA Tracker. Drake Thomas shines.
Didn’t get Charli XCX tickets? Hers’s where you can still buy them
Resale prices for the “Music, Fashion, Film Tour” start at around $100–$150.
Rochester business hopes to attract new customers with free World Cup watch parties
Little Thistle will have three beers on tap for just $5.
Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic welcomes Sabrina Ratsamy to practice neurology
Sabrina Ratsamy, a certified physician assistant practicing neurology, is thrilled to join the Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic.
Unearthed DOJ emails expose turmoil over Biden-era memo urging crackdown on parents
Internal DOJ emails reveal officials allegedly called Garland's 2021 school board memo "stupid" and warned it would look like an "Anti-MAGA Task Force."
NMSU Global Campus, FracStrat launch professional skills course featuring New Mexico business leaders
WRITER/SOURCE: Karen Cooper, 575-646-4040, cooperka@nmsu.eduNMSU Global Campus has partnered with FracStrat LLC, a New Mexico-based leadership and organizational development consulting firm, to...
10 things we learned about Mike McCarthy and the Steelers during spring workouts
Aaron Rodgers reported early for the voluntary portion of the Steelers’ offseason workouts. Other star players who might typically skip OTAs also...
Stranger Than Heaven Devs Shockingly Honest About Tupac
The developers say Tupac's character will be who the man might be 30 years after his death
'The Only Way to Keep Bungie Alive Is to Support Marathon,' Ex-Destiny Community Manager Says
As Destiny 2 fans mourn the game's final update, Bungie's former community manager has blasted players fixated on comparing its player count with fledgling extraction shooter Marathon — and said that the company's current issues began long before its arrival, as well as Sony's acquisition.
Online racism is significantly impacting mental health, First Nations people say: ‘It’s like carrying a bully in your pocket’
Australian Human Rights Commission has called for a digital duty of care to prevent social media algorithms from incentivising ‘racist’ content
The World Cup is a chance for non-sports fans like me to embrace the beautifully inconsequential game
What joy it is to invest deeply into how well a nation you’ve never heard of moves a ball around a field
As Affordable Care Act premiums skyrocket, catastrophic coverage is having a moment
Jason Miller watched his monthly health insurance premiums quadruple to $374 from $80 for a silver-level plan when the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced...
Meta's Facebook and Instagram hit by outages
Facebook and Instagram users reported issues with accessing the platforms, according to the third-party outage-tracking website DownDetector.com.
Record AirPods Price Drops and a Rare Switch 2 Sale: This Week's Top Tech Deals
Multiple AirPods models hit record low prices this week, including the AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Max 2. We're tracking these great discounts alongside an ultra rare discount on a new Switch 2 on Woot, plus a Summer sale at Sonos. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
Public Health at an Inflection Point: Aligning State Systems to Strengthen Population Health
The US public health system is facing an inflection point characterized by chronic underinvestment, workforce and service delivery challenges, outdated data infrastructure, growing health inequities, and increasing instability within the broader health care safety net including projected Medicaid coverage changes and continued rural hospital closures.
Participatory Research to Build Narrative Power: Results From Survey Research to Support Community Organizing for Health Justice and Equity
Building narrative power, a foundational strategy used in community organizing, involves dismantling dominant narratives that uphold inequity and constructing counternarratives that advance health equity and racial justice by reshaping how people make sense of the world.
Health 'War Room,' Digital Tools Are Tracking Disease Risks During World Cup
By Deanna Neff HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, June 12, 2026 (HealthDay News) — With 48 teams competing across 16 host cities in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, tracking the health and location of World Cup players and fans is a logistical challenge that public health experts want to get a handle on. One ...
'Toxic gases, carcinogens': Tracy medical warehouse fire raises air quality concerns as smoke billows
San Joaquin County officials are warning residents about potential health risks as thick black smoke from the Tracy medical warehouse fire continues to billow on Friday. County public health officials said respiratory irritants, toxic gases, carcinogens, and "at least one neurotoxin" are present in the smoke and could impact nearby communities downwind.
Flexjet Acquires The Jet Business, Names Varsano President
The Jet Business will steer Flexjet fleet additions, subtractions
EA Is Shutting Down Online Services for This Forgotten PS5, PS4 Racing Game
What a legend
RPG Maker forum users are racing to archive almost 15 years of valuable resources, as game engine maker announces impending move
With a transition to a new forum planned, years of posts, private messages, and accounts will all be wiped this December.
How Social Gaming Platforms Are Expanding Across the US Digital Entertainment Market
Contributor content. Social gaming is reshaping U.S. entertainment, blending mobile access, community features and real-time interaction into everyday digital experiences.
DOJ officials called Garland memo targeting parents 'stupid' and 'political'
Fox News obtains internal DOJ emails revealing officials' concerns about the Merrick Garland memo. They described it as 'stupid' and 'political,' targeting parents for protesting COVID-19 rules and critical race theory in schools.
Scientists Tracked These Strange Arctic Icebergs and Found Something Unexpected on the Seafloor
Researchers traced new undersea ecosystems of soft coral, sea anemones, sponges, and more to large rocks and mineral deposits ferried by icebergs from dry land to the Arctic floor.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn chooses Derek Wulf as running mate
Zach Lahn picks Derek Wulf as his running mate in the Iowa governor's race.
How to secure Charli XCX tickets during hectic ‘Music, Fashion, Film Tour’ presale
The 12-date North American tour kicks off in September, with the presale launching today, Friday, June 12.
Photo of the Week: Leap of Science | Notre Dame Magazine
Gracie Hedgpeth, a biological sciences doctoral student, holds a bullfrog, steaming on a hot and humid evening, at the ND-LEEF research facility at St. Patrick's County Park in South Bend. Look for more in our summer issue, in the mail and online in early July,…
Latest News In AI Chips - AI-Powered Shift: Transforming Data Into Business Intelligence
Treasure Global Inc. has secured a US$15 million contract to develop an AI-powered Social Listening Platform for Creative World Industries, emphasizing the growing demand for AI systems that convert digital data into actionable insights. This platform leverages machine learning and NVIDIA-powered infrastructure to provide real-time sentiment and trend analytics across various sectors. The deployment underscores a trend in the AI chips industry towards enhancing real-time decision intelligence...
Pro-economic growth policy back in business following primaries, some say
Some in the Republican party are feeling positive about returns from the June 2 primary when it comes to legislative races. Results could indicate a shift in policy and legislative leadership.
France followed to World Cup by home politics after Mbappé’s swipe at far right
Platini among former players to accuse captain of creating distraction as Deschamps defends captain’s right to speak
The Obama Presidential Center was meant to lift up local contractors. Some are now fighting for survival.
Some subcontractors on the $850 million project say they are being pushed to the financial brink as they quietly fight to collect millions of dollars in unpaid bills.
Nintendo wanted to block Palworld — now it faces a 0% chance and a measly $30K payout
Public record shows the Nintendo v Pocketpair case is practically wrapped up and the best Nintendo can hope for is $30k chump change
Forza Horizon 6 devs address mysterious save file deleting bug, roll out fix for PC ahead of Xbox patch
Playground Games have been scrambling to fix an issue in Forza Horizon 6 that is causing players to lose their save files and all progress.
Man connects his Whoop to work calendar to rank stressful coworkers
A tech employee joked with coworkers about their "draining" meetings. So, he hooked up his wearable with his calendar to track who stresses him out.
Frisco Mayor’s Race Tests Anti-Muslim Politics in Texas
A runoff in the Dallas suburb of Frisco is testing whether anti-Muslim rhetoric, prominent in G.O.P. primaries this year, can win over a broader set of voters.
How small-business loans got caught in Trump's immigration crackdown
For decades, immigrants who are legal permanent residents in the U.S. could get loans through the Small Business Administration, a core pillar of small-business lending. Not anymore.
MINNEAPOLIMEDIA PRESENTS | This Weekend in the Twin Cities – Entertainment Guide: June 12 ~ 14, 2026 Edition
Twin Cities residents can enjoy art fairs, Pride events, concerts, theater, family attractions, markets, museums, and outdoor adventures June 12–14.
Alaska election official threatens to disqualify challenger Dan J. Sullivan in race against Sen. Dan Sullivan
A top Alaska elections official has threatened to disqualify from the state’s August primary a US Senate candidate who shares the same name and party affiliation as incumbent Republican Dan Sullivan.
Dolly Parton affiliated entertainment complex proposed in Panama City Beach
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – A new family entertainment attraction could be coming to the space next to Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Panama City Beach. A Dolly Parton affiliated co…
Dolly Parton affiliated entertainment complex proposed in Panama City Beach
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – A new family entertainment attraction could be coming to the space next to Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Panama City Beach. A Dolly Parton affiliated co…
Scientists found the strength training sweet spot for a longer life
Just 90–120 minutes of strength training a week may deliver some of the biggest long-term health rewards, according to a study tracking more than 147,000 people for 30 years. That amount was linked to lower risks of death overall, particularly from cardiovascular and neurological diseases. Combining strength workouts with aerobic exercise produced even stronger benefits.
Scientists found the strength training sweet spot for a longer life
Just 90–120 minutes of strength training a week may deliver some of the biggest long-term health rewards, according to a study tracking more than 147,000 people for 30 years. That amount was linked to lower risks of death overall, particularly from cardiovascular and neurological diseases. Combining strength workouts with aerobic exercise produced even stronger benefits.
The Tug-of-War for Control of the House in 2026’s Midterm Elections
While public sentiment has drifted in Democrats’ favor in many of the midterm House races, Republicans have strong-armed a structural advantage: redrawing congressional maps.
Constantino leans into Trump support, business record in NY-21 Republican primary
Constantino is touting his endorsement from President Donald Trump in the race to represent NY-21. He will face Robert Smullen in the Republican primary.
Updated: Tracking RFK Jr.’s promises to remake health in America
STAT is tracking goals and promises of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his Make America Healthy Again movement — successes, incompletes, and fails.
'Hollywood Does Abortion' Review: Political Doc
Produced by Rachel Bloom ('Crazy Ex-Girlfriend'), the film chronicles over 50 years of the conversation around choice as it played out onscreen, from 'Maude' to 'Dirty Dancing' to 'Blonde' and beyond.
“The Last of Us” season 3 adds wholly original character as filming goes on planned hiatus
Peter Sarsgaard of "The Batman" and "The Bride!" will play a character not featured in the video games.
Integrating sustainable practices into undergraduate science education
Faculty and students at Georgia State University are working to integrate sustainable practices into undergraduate science education, and a new study highlights ways to advance laboratory practices and ...
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World details characters, story, world, and monsters
Publisher and developer Square Enix, and developer TOSE have released the new information and screenshots for Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World introducing the game’s characters, stor…
Is there a science to pacing an elite XC race?
A recent study breaks down hundreds of race files in pursuit of an answer, but what do the pros say?
Xavier Worthy says yellow non-contact jersey ‘precautionary’
Kansas City’s third-year wideout had shoulder surgery in January but did not appear limited in offseason practices.
IndyCar fines drivers, clarifies potential penalties for technical infractions
The IndyCar Series has created a table of infractions and their potential penalties.
Sorsby gambling case comes up during push for federal college sports rules
A judge’s decision to let a Texas Tech University quarterback keep playing despite breaking the NCAA’s gambling rules is exposing the cracks in college sports’ ability to regulate itself.
Sorsby gambling case comes up during push for federal college sports rules
A judge’s decision to let a Texas Tech University quarterback keep playing despite breaking the NCAA’s gambling rules is exposing the cracks in college sports’ ability to regulate itself.
Kayshon Boutte makes change with roster status in question
New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte did not participate in competitive reps at Thursday's practice.
California Democrat endorsed by Pelosi falls behind younger challenger
The intraparty race is expected to shape up as a competitive one.
7 performances of note from the Patriots’ final minicamp practice
Who caught our eye during the Patriots’ practice on Thursday, for better or worse.
White House polices hitting small business contractors hard, Senator says
Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.), ranking member of the small business committee, found more than 6,500 small firms have left the federal market in the last 15 months.
12 things to do around the Seattle area this weekend
From World Cup watch parties to interactive theater, here are the latest local things to do around the Seattle area.
This Is the Dangerous Trap Making Businesses Bland, Forgettable and Easy to Ignore
Here's how years of shared best practices, optimization and AI-driven efficiency have made differentiation and loyalty harder to sustain.
Sutter Health launches California’s first full-scale mobile simulation lab
Officials said the initiative is designed to strengthen teamwork, communication, critical thinking and evidence-based practice among interdisciplinary care teams.
From funding to government contracts: Hilton Head free business seminar series launches June 16
Money Talks is a free six-part business seminar series for entrepreneurs, June 16–Aug. 25 on Hilton Head Island. Sessions cover financing, legal, taxes, fraud.
Long Beach awards $54M in small business contracts
The biggest U.S. container port leveraged a program to award $54.4 million in materials and services contracts to small businesses. The post Long Beach awards $54M in small business contracts appeared...
Oakes Farms proposes major entertainment complex at former Bonita Springs dog track
Oakes Farms, the company behind Seed to Table, submitted the proposal to the city of Bonita Springs. The proposal calls for a more than 100,000-square-foot indoor and outdoor entertainment space.
Science flags paper that found AI chatbots help debunk conspiracy theories
Science has issued an expression of concern for a highly publicized study looking into whether conversations with AI chatbots could convince conspiracy theorists to abandon their beliefs. The move …
Mike Greenberg Rips 'Disgraceful' Fan Behavior During NBA Finals
Mike Greenberg is a lifelong fan of the New York Knicks, but make no mistake, he doesn't condone everything the fan base has done during this year's playoff run. After the Knicks erased a 29-point deficit to defeat the Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, a fan chucked an object at Victor Wembanyama ...
Georgia State Preparing Next Generation of Sustainable Scientists
From redesigned experiments to more sustainable habits, a new case study outlines how greener practices can be incorporated into student labs and learning.
'Flip flop': Democrat firefighter in tight House race blasts popular Trump policy his national union supports
Democrat Bob Brooks criticized Trump's overtime tax break on a podcast despite his national firefighters union's support, prompting GOP flip flop accusations.
The Poetry of Pelé. The Miracle of Maradona. The Awakening of America
Tom Rinaldi reflects on why the the world’s game belongs right here at home
Sean Payton signs new five-year contract, remains with Broncos through 2030 season
After leading Denver to a 14-3 record and an AFC Championship Game appearance, the Super Bowl-winning coach is locked in long term
Democrats have hope in race for Texas Railroad Commissioner
State Rep. Jon Rosenthal, D-Houston, describes the race for Texas Railroad Commission as experience versus rhetoric.
Are GOP California conspiracy theories preparation for November?
Or could Trump’s fraud claims backfire in the midterms?
The facts didn’t fit Trump’s California conspiracy theory. So he adjusted the conspiracy theory
If you’re pushing the baseless conspiracy theory that the results of last week’s California primary elections were rigged against Republicans like gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton, it would seem highly inconvenient that Hilton has succeeded in qualifying for the November runoffs.
There are two Dan Sullivans in Alaska’s Senate race. Yes, really.
Two Dan Sullivans are running for Senate in Alaska. Republicans accuse one of them of being a Democratic prop.
Berkeley health officials say 1 dead, 1 hospitalized after contracting leptospirosis from rats
Health officials in Berkeley said one person died and another person was hospitalized after contracting leptospirosis from rats that had infested their RV.
From YouTube to Disney+: Preschool hit 'Gracie's Corner' lands streaming and development deal
The educational series “Gracie’s Corner” is joining Disney+.
Small Town Politics: Ray City councilwoman questions mayor’s utility billing practices
In a public memo to WALB, a Ray City Councilwoman questioned the Mayor's practices when it comes to city utilities.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Stumbles on Unreal Engine 5, as RTX 5090 Barely Cracks 100 FPS at 1440p Ultra
Halo Campaign Evolved UE5 remake struggles to hit high FPS on RTX 5090 at 1440p, proving optimization worries valid.
From YouTube to Disney+: Preschool hit 'Gracie's Corner' lands streaming and development deal
The educational series “Gracie’s Corner” is joining Disney+.
Senate map tightens as top forecaster moves 3 races toward Democrats
Sabato's Crystal Ball shifts three Senate races toward Democrats, saying they have a clearer path to winning the majority in the midterm elections.