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NBA Draft first round reaction: Winners! Losers! Surprises! Steals!
Monster Fantasy announced for PC – action RPG with cozy life simulation elements
Chengdu-based developer Jotoyo has announced Monster Fantasy, an action RPG with cozy life simulation elements coming to PC via Steam. A release date was not announced. A Kickstarter campaign will …
FDA drops enforcement against Whoop after it tweaks blood pressure feature
The FDA told wearable maker Whoop last week that it would not take further enforcement action over the company's blood pressure feature.
'Magic School Bus' Live-Action Movie Kicks Into Gear as Rob Letterman Hops on Board to Direct
Legendary Entertainment has acquired the rights to the film from Universal.
Lincoln County Fair offers week of family entertainment
STANFORD, Ky. — From rodeo action and demolition derbies to monster trucks and fireworks, organizers say this year’s Lincoln County Fair will offer something for nearly everyone while continuing a […]
Lords of the Fallen II delayed to Q1 2027
Publisher CI Games and developer Hexworks have delayed Soulslike action RPG Lords of the Fallen II from its previously planned fall 2026 release window to Q1 2027. It will be available for PlayStat…
Roku May Help Fox Avoid Aggregeddon
(Welcome to the “Most Important Story of the Week”, my bi-weekly strategy column analyzing the most important (but often not buzziest) news story of the last two weeks. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. Please subscribe.) Scrolling through links over the last week, I stumbled across this fun headline: Wow. Formula 1 (the sport, not the docu-series) is the perfect “dog not barking”. As a reminder, each week in my Streaming Ratings Report, I call out the shows that miss every viewership chart. I dub them “dogs not barking”—like the Sherlock Holmes mystery—because without any data, we forget they even exist. This is in contrast to something like, say, a film flop—cough The Mandalorian and Grogu cough—where even underperforming at the box office is widely discussed here, there and everywhere. In the US, Formula 1 is now in “no public viewership data, so not discussed” territory. After moving to Apple TV from its former home of ESPN, basically no one talks about it. Apple did publish an initial, unsourced, unsubstantiated, (dare I say unserious) datecdote claiming more folks are watching Formula 1 on Apple than ESPN, but we haven’t gotten any updates since. This stands in contrast to when the sport streamed on ESPN, and ESPN PR provided weekly viewership figures. Formula 1 was, at best, a niche sport in America—averaging 1.3 million viewers in the Big Data Plus era—but now it’s basically anonymous. (And yeah, after moving to Apple, I very, very, very much doubt its ratings increased.) Unfortunately, that story isn’t quite big enough to warrant a section in today’s “Most Important Story of the Week” column, but I wanted to call it out, because otherwise, no one else will! Certainly, no one will write articles about the silence/ratings decline, unlike when they wrote breathless articles connecting the rise in viewership to Netflix’s Drive to Survive, including Reuters just last month. (This is a topic I’ve tried to provide a moderate/nuanced/non-hyped take since 2022.) Anyway, on to this week’s issue. I was a bit worried I didn’t have a juicy topic, then the Murdochs went out and did their Murdoch thing: buying Roku. So that’s the story of the week, and it happens to touch on quite a few themes of the streaming wars and the disruption therein. I’ll cover that, plus why more consolidation in Hollywood media looks likely, more good news on the Hollywood labor front, whether we’ll see an uptick in production in Los Angeles, some Broadway and theme park news, cellphone prices going up in the third world (and possibly everywhere), and more. Subscribe Most Important Story of the Week - Another Big Media & Entertainment Merger The story of the week is clearly Fox is buying Roku for $22 billion. I read a lot of good strategy takes on why Fox bought this streaming TV device maker—and I’ll have mine below—but what fascinates me more is how this deal connects to quite a few themes of the streaming wars, linking to everything from the pace of M&A to “aggregeddon” to Netflix’s recent M&A actions/inactions to the shift to advertising from pure play streaming and more. The only topic I can’t really connect it to is my old theory, “never bet against Rupert Murdoch” because he isn’t the one who did this deal; his son Lachlan inked it. (Do I think he provided advice, even at his 95 years of age? Sure.) That plus I have one additional piece of strategy for all entertainment players, inspired by this deal. So let’s dive into all those topics, starting with why I like this deal. Roku is a Great M&A Buy
Senate again set to vote on war powers resolution to halt Iran conflict
For the 10th time, the Senate will vote on a war powers resolution to block U.S. military action against Iran.
Mamdani and AI industry flex political power in New York, plus more to watch in Tuesday's primaries
Two factions in the AI industry are clashing in a Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat. New York Assemblyman Alex Bores, a pro-regulation candidate, faces opposition from a group funded by OpenAI investors. The group spent over $7 million on ads against him. In response, groups partly backed ...
McGuireWoods Bolsters Healthcare and Life Sciences Capabilities With Brian Bewley
McGuireWoods continues to grow its national healthcare and life sciences capabilities with the arrival of partner Brian D. Bewley, an accomplished regulatory and transactional attorney whose career includes stints in...
Q&A: Why climate politics cannot be separated from Indigenous sovereignty and justice
As governments prioritise energy security and resource extraction, Indigenous leaders warn that land rights and consultation processes are increasingly being sidelined.
Mamdani and AI industry flex political power in New York, plus more to watch in Tuesday's primaries
Two factions in the AI industry are clashing in a Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat
Mamdani and AI industry flex political power in New York, plus more to watch in Tuesday's primaries
Two factions in the AI industry are clashing in a Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat.
Mamdani and AI Industry Flex Political Power in New York, Plus More to Watch in Tuesday's Primaries
WASHINGTON (AP) — Two opposing factions in the artificial intelligence industry square off in a Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani tests his political clout by backing fellow democratic socialists. And President Donald Trump, after two of his chosen ...
iOS 27 will add inline replies & photo reactions to Android-iPhone RCS
iOS 27 will introduce the next big update to Android-iPhone messaging with support for inline replies and photo reactions.
Who’s building and who’s buying in Greater Baton Rouge
The latest issued permits and property transactions in East Baton Rouge, Ascension and Livingston parishes. East Baton Rouge Parish Denham Springs holding company Top Holdings purchased the To… Already an INSIDER? Sign in. Already an INSIDER? Sign in
Community Power Building to Advance Rural Health and Equity
Focus groups with rural health departments revealed core principles and calls to action to better center community voices in decision making.
'Gears of War' movie reveals first plot details: 'The origin story of Delta Squad' (exclusive)
'Gears of War' movie plot revealed: Netflix's live-action adaptation will be 'the origin story of Delta Squad.'
Netflix's “Gears of War” live-action movie reveals first plot details: 'The origin story of Delta Squad' (exclusive)
David Leitch of "Bullet Train" and "The Fall Guy" will direct the video game-to-film adaptation.
Scientists discover ancient neurons that control attention
Neurons tucked away in an ancient part of the brain control the ability to pay attention by suppressing distractions and directing focus. The discovery of these neurons in mice by Johns Hopkins University ...
'The View' uses Barbara Walters in on-air ad urging viewers to push back against FCC: 'Use your voice'
'The View' used Barbara Walters in a new commercial urging audience action against the FCC amid legal drama: 'Use your voice,' an ABC spot advised.
'Sea of Thieves' live-action movie in the works as Xbox plans more than a dozen adaptations (exclusive)
'Sea of Thieves' live-action movie, based on the video game, in the works with Marvel filmmaker behind 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day.'
Arkansas Business Announces 2026 Best Places to Work
The annual program highlights 50 employers that stand out for culture, employee satisfaction and organizational practices.
Chicago's deadly Juneteenth weekend leaves 7 dead as Trump shames Dem gov for inaction
Chicago weekend shootings left seven dead and 38 injured, prompting Trump to call on Gov. Pritzker to request federal help for the Windy City.
Breaking Business News: AbbVie To Acquire Apogee Therapeutics
AbbVie is set to acquire Apogee Therapeutics and its pipeline of multiple clinical-stage candidates in development across inflammatory and immunological diseases, including its lead asset, zumilokibart (APG777), a subcutaneous half-life extended monoclonal antibody targeting interleukin (IL)-13 in atopic dermatitis (AD). Under the terms of the transaction, AbbVie will acquire all outstanding shares of Apogee for $135.11 per share in cash. […]
Monday, June 22, 2026: The Club says this legacy tech stock's foundry business presents a major opportunity
Go behind the scenes with Jim Cramer and Jeff Marks of the CNBC Investing Club as they talk candidly about the market's biggest headlines, analyst calls and holdings in the Charitable Trust—and see up close how they decide when, and if, to take action on stocks.
This Week in Local Sports: WWAX & WAX Sports Stream Bring the Action Home
It’s a packed week of local and regional sports action, and WWAX and the WAX Sports Stream have you covered with five exciting matchups — from women’s soccer to minor league baseball to USL competition.
Green Life Business Group brokers the cannabis industry’s biggest deals
Behind every many major cannabis transactions, you can find Green Life Business Group
“Criminal Approach to Politics”: Trump Ally Abelardo de la Espriella Wins Colombian Presidency
Right-wing Trump ally Abelardo de la Espriella has clinched a narrow victory in Sunday’s runoff presidential election in Colombia, defeating leftist Senator Iván Cepeda, an ally of current President Gustavo Petro. De la Espriella ran a fearmongering, “tough-on-crime” campaign, promising to build mega-prisons inspired by El Salvador’s authoritarian President Nayib Bukele, to bomb “narcoterrorist camps” and to abandon Petro’s peace efforts. His reported victory is also a win for U.S. President Donald Trump, whose administration is waging an intensifying “war on drugs” across Latin America, targeting left-wing leaders like Petro with false allegations and threats of military intervention. “De la Espriella clearly represents a criminal approach to politics: lying, propaganda, coordination and collusion with criminal narcotrafficking, restriction of rights, and money laundering,” says longtime Colombian activist Manuel Rozental. With his victory, says Rozental, “We expect to have military operations and a U.S. intervention within the country. We expect to have human rights abuses. We expect to have militarization. And it’s all for the extraction of resources and the link of drug trafficking to the U.S. government, U.S. interests and global mafia.”
U.S. Bank Survey Finds Gen Z Small Business Owners Are Making Bigger Bets to Drive Growth
Gen Z Momentum: Gen Z owners are nearly twice as likely as Gen X and Baby Boomer owners to make bigger bets on growth, while also reporting stronger business performance Growth Continues, But Less Widespread: Many small businesses are still expanding, though fewer are doing so as economic pressures persist AI Adoption Gap: Businesses adopting generative AI and digital tools are more likely to be in a growth phase U.S. Bank released its fourth annual Small Business Perspective survey report today, highlighting how small business owners are navigating a more constrained environment, and how a new generation is building businesses differently. The nationwide survey of 1,000 small business owners, including an oversample of 200 Gen Z owners, shows that while many small businesses are still expanding, fewer are growing than a year ago amid ongoing economic pressures and rising costs. U.S. small businesses are still seeking to grow, despite economic concerns. “Growth may not be as
Science Over Tradition: Plymouth South Middle Schoolers Advocate for Later School Start Times
PLYMOUTH - June 15, 2026 - In a powerful demonstration of student advocacy, a delegation of eighth-grade students from Plymouth South Middle School presented compelling, science-based research to the School Committee, urging district leadership to push back school start times to improve adolescent mental health, well-being, and academic performance. The presentation sparked immediate commitment from the administration to formally evaluate the district’s schedule over the coming school year. Subscribe The Full Story The final in-person meeting of the academic year opened with a celebratory outdoor ceremony honoring dozens of elementary, middle, and high school student artists whose work was chosen for the biannual Central Office Artwork Awards. However, the evening’s primary policy focus quickly shifted to student-led civic action when eighth graders Sophia Scarini, Skye Togun, Leah Mansfield, James Moore, Avery Mahan and Lily Simpson took the podium. The students revealed that their presentation was the culmination of a year-long civics project involving local community assessments, interviews with former officials, and extensive literary analysis. The research sharply highlighted the biological mismatch between adolescent sleep patterns and current school schedules. Under the district’s current framework, Plymouth High Schools open at 7:20 a.m., Middle Schools at 8:12 a.m., and Elementary Schools at 9:05 a.m.. “The high school start times directly contradict students’ natural sleep patterns,” student Leah Mansfield explained, noting that the teenage brain does not naturally produce melatonin until around 11:00 p.m.. The student presentation underscored a harrowing correlation between sleep deprivation and severe mental health struggles, citing data that adolescents with insomnia are ten times more likely to develop depression. Conversely, data shows that just one additional hour of sleep results in a 28% reduction in students reporting feelings of depression or sadness.
The Last of Us Part 2 will get multiplayer later this year, but not from Sony, and sadly not on PS5 either
Modder Specilizer has released a 25-minute gameplay trailer for their multiplayer Last of Us Part 2 mod, which shows PvP matchmaking in-action.
Want to see a show this week in Las Vegas? Caesars Entertainment has you covered!
As part of Caesars Show Week, tickets to select shows and attractions are available for a great price.
Gakpo shines at World Cup
Netherlands have all but guaranteed their place in the last 32 of the World Cup after a dominant display against Sweden on Saturday. Liverpool's Cody Gakpo scored a double in the 5-1 win, including the above that was the 100th goal of the tournament, and you can catch all of the best action in the highlights below.
Brobbey shines at World Cup
Netherlands have all but guaranteed their place in the last 32 of the World Cup after a dominant display against Sweden on Saturday. Sunderland's Brian Brobbey scored twice in the 5-1 victory to help see off Graham Potter's side and you can catch all of the best action in the highlights below.
Maui’s off to strong start, aims to be more than just entertainment venue
Maui's Indoor Theme Park is bringing a new destination for family entertainment to Owensboro, offering attractions for guests of all ages to play, celebrate, and spend time together.
'House of the Dragon' Season 3, episode 1: Why Rhaenyra destroying her court dress is complicated
"For two seasons we've seen Rhaenyra restrained from action, often by her male council," Emma D'Arcy tells Mashable.
Rose & Camellia Collection ‘Online Battle Mode’ update launches June 22
The online battle mode update for slap battle action game Rose & Camellia Collection will launch on June 22, publisher PLAYISM and developer Nigoro announced.
Brant Returns To Action In Maxfield
Zedan Racing Stables’ Grade 1 winner Brant will test seven fellow 3-year-olds entered in next Sunday’s fifth running of the $250,000 Maxfield Stakes (G3 at Churchill Downs. Run at seven furlongs, the Maxfield Stakes goes as Race 9 with a post time of 4:56 p.m. (ET) First post is 12:45 ...
FULL SHOW: Inside INdiana Business 6/21/26
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WHO expects stronger focus on link between climate crisis and human health at COP31
'Health is one of the strongest and most tangible arguments for climate action because people experience climate change first through its impact on their lives, wellbeing, and communities,' WHO head of office in Türkiye tells Anadolu | Anadolu
Probe into Newsom produces a lot of smoke. Is there any fire?
Some say the investigation will boost the governor's presidential prospects. But it’s too soon to say. The action by Trump's corrupted Department of "Justice" presents more questions than answers.
Uruguay vs. Cape Verde 2026 livestream: How to watch World Cup for free
Live stream all the action from the 2026 FIFA World Cup without spending anything.
The Engineering That Made The Honda S2000's Manual Gearbox A Cult Object
With metal-rod linkage, multi-cone synchros, and satisfying throws, shifting the Honda S2000's manual transmission feels like operating a bolt-action rifle.
Where do Iran’s political factions stand on the US peace deal?
Iran's rival political camps are locking horns over a memorandum of understanding with the US.
Ann Arbor seeks business input for plan to reduce waste, boost sustainability
The city’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations has launched a digital survey to gather feedback on its emerging Circular Economy Action Plan.
Gen Z Is Going To Love Commodore's New Minimalist Flip Phone
The Commodore Callback is a flip phone with messaging apps, a music play, and maps, but no social media, allowing users to escape distractions from reality.
World Cup brings political issues to the surface: 5 takeaways
The first week of the FIFA World Cup has been underscored by tensions over geopolitics, U.S. immigration policy and dramatic group stage action that is priming viewers around the world for what pro…
Top GOP group pumps $37M into fight on key issue dominating midterm races: 'Much more to come'
American Action Network surpasses $37 million in messaging on cost-of-living issues, highlighting conservative policies ahead of the 2026 midterms.
DOJ probes JPMorgan, Citigroup transactions tied to Iran supreme leader's business network
A Justice Department probe is reviewing transactions tied to a business network linked to Iran's supreme leader and its reported connections to Wall Street firms
Fresno Fair Expands 2026 Grandstand Entertainment With Rodeo Derby, Monster Trucks
Discover the action-packed lineup at the Big Fresno Fair, including a new Demolition Derby and returning rodeo favorites.
For one inning, NBC Sports Philly cameraman became the main attraction
For a few minutes, the man usually behind the camera became the center of attention at Citizens Bank Park.
These Award-Winning Science Photos Capture the Beauty—and Weirdness—of Research
From fluorescent mosquitoes to scientists swimming alongside whale sharks, Nature's annual photo contest offers a rare look at science in action.
Apple Explains Why watchOS 27 Drops Support for So Many Models
Apple today detailed why five Apple Watch models will miss out on watchOS 27 and the new Siri AI features that come with it. The Apple Watch Series 6, 7, 8, SE 2, and the original Apple Watch Ultra will not receive watchOS 27, and will only get basic security updates going forward. With the update, Apple is effectively dropping three years' worth of device support in a single software update, which is unprecedented for the product line.
Scientists expected a black hole but found a neutrino factory powered by stars
A distant galaxy nicknamed Shadow Blaster may have revealed a surprising source of cosmic neutrinos: extreme star formation instead of a supermassive black hole. The discovery suggests that hidden, dust-filled starburst galaxies could account for a significant fraction of the Universe’s high-energy neutrinos.
We finally know why oldest children do so much better than their younger siblings
For the first time, we have actionable insight into how to make all of our children’s lives better.
Last Night In Baseball: Juan Soto Went All Out In Mets' W
Juan Soto holds down the fort, the White Sox win in a grand way, the Red Sox can't win at Fenway, the Athletics hit hard and fast and more from Thursday's MLB action.
USA, Brazil, Scotland Headline Big World Cup Slate: What To Know For Match Day 9
The USA hosts Australia while Brazil, Morocco, and Scotland also return to action.
Highlights from Day 2 of Jets' 2026 NFL minicamp
Check out the action from Day 2 of Jets' minicamp this week.
PAHO Executive Committee concludes 178th session with key decisions to strengthen health across the Americas
Washington, D.C., 18 June 2026 (PAHO) – The 178th Session of the Executive Committee of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) concluded today after four days of discussions on the Region's most pressing public health priorities, with Member States approving a series of strategies, plans of action and resolutions that will help strengthen health systems, improve preparedness for health emergencies, and expand access to essential health services across the Americas.
Google Health App Gets Massive Update With 13+ Changes
Google released a major update to the Google Health app today as it works quickly to introduce missing features, fix as many bugs as it can, and hopefully turn all of the negative reactions they...
Most TikTok sunscreen content is accurate but misinformation goes viral, study finds
A study found that videos promoting misinformation about sunscreen got more engagement on the platform, despite making up a fraction of the most popular posts on the topic.
Inside High 5: Renderings of Estero’s upcoming entertainment complex
See new renderings of High 5 Entertainment in Estero, including bowling, arcade attractions, pickleball courts, miniature golf, dining areas and outdoor gathering spaces ahead of its planned 2027 opening.
Marathon Has A New Problem: Players Have Too Much Loot
Bungie is trying to recalibrate the extraction shooter's economy before it's too late
How Seattleites are grappling with USA soccer fandom in Trump's America
Some Seattle soccer fans have mixed feelings about patriotically backing the U.S. team during the FIFA Men's World Cup, given the actions of President Donald Trump.
Brewer Science to Acquire Semiconductor Chemical Business Line from Heraeus Epurio
Brewer Science, Inc., a global leader in advanced materials and processes for the fabrication of cutting-edge microdevices, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire the semiconductor chemicals business line of Heraeus Epurio, a recognized technology leader in ultrapure electronic chemicals used in semiconductor manufacturing. The transaction will include the Heraeus Epurio semiconductor chemicals production site in Dayton, Ohio, along with the associated sales and support pers
From The Sports Desk: Harry Kane scores two goals, spurs England’s strong World Cup start
England beat Croatia 4-2 yesterday, in what might be considered the game of the tournament so far. Tonight, co-hosts Mexico and Canada are both in action.
NERF Action Xperience finally coming to Pigeon Forge, along with Peppa Pig
Here’s what to expect from The Play District: Powered by Hasbro, an indoor attraction featuring NERF, Peppa Pig and other brands near Gatlinburg.
Clean-Tech Innovator Relocates to Northeast Science and Technology Center
The Northeast Science and Technology (NEST) Center will now be the home to Still Bright, Inc, a copper-extraction company developing a cleaner, low-cost alternative to traditional processing. Still Bright will occupy 15,000 square feet of laboratory space at 15 NEST, which will serve as the company's global headquarters.
Clean-Tech Innovator Relocates to Northeast Science and Technology Center
/PRNewswire/ -- The Northeast Science and Technology (NEST) Center will now be the home to Still Bright, Inc, a copper-extraction company developing a cleaner,...
Highlights from Sophie Cunningham's USA Network WNBA contributor debut
Sophie Cunningham made her USA Network WNBA contributor debut on Wednesday night. Here's some of the highlights and reaction to her appearance.
High Tide VR near Bethany Beach offers different kind of entertainment
High Tide VR offers nine virtual escape room options, about a dozen action-shooter games and about five games geared toward 6- and 7-year-old kids.
Average US gas price drops below $4
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The 7 biggest deregulation actions Trump has taken
His administration has ordered each new regulatory change to be accompanied by 10 deregulatory changes
Kill Your Doomerism with Citizen Science
As public institutions are gutted and ecological crises mount, volunteer scientists are creating a model of collective action worth believing in.
The Face of Business Transactions
Business attorney Andrew Spaulding is the face of business transactions in the North Bay.
New clown, mother-daughter trio specialty act among new entertainment at 2026 Reno Rodeo
The 107th annual Reno Rodeo begins Thursday at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center with Xtreme Bulls, which is followed by nine nights of PRCA action. This
Survey reveals political and cultural factions shaping the midterms
Examine Pew’s survey on types of voters and analyze differences across key political demographic groups
Google bets on Gemini to reinvent the smart home speaker
Google is betting generative AI can breathe new life into the smart speaker. The company's new $99.99 Google Home Speaker replaces the rigid commands of the Google Assistant era with more conversational Gemini interactions.
NFL sees NIL chaos — and smells a threat to its empire
The NFL’s worst nightmare? Players with power before they arrive. That's why the league is throwing support behind Congressional action.
A first look at ‘Apocalypse Z 2,’ the upcoming post-apocalyptic action sequel coming to Prime Video this Halloween
The highly anticipated second installment in the ‘Apocalypse Z’ movie franchise releases worldwide this Halloween.
EigenQ and Silicon Valley Acquisition Corp. Announce Definitive Business Combination Agreement to Create a Publicly Traded Quantum Technology Company
Transaction expected to accelerate EigenQ's mission to develop and commercialize quantum technologies across security, artificial intelligence, communications,...
How Trump sidelined national security experts ahead of his war with Iran
Worried about a president who seemed to be flying by the seat of his pants as he waged war, Congress stepped in to establish a council of experts to advise the president, gathering information from across the government to consider the consequences and effects of military action.
Fortescue and IUCN chart a science-based path to net positive impact for biodiversity
Gland, Switzerland — IUCN and Fortescue have published findings from the first phase of their strategic collaboration, showing how science-based tools can guide a mining company’s journey toward net positive impact on biodiversity and Nature Positive contributions. The work, carried out at the Eliwana iron ore mine in Western Australia’s Pilbara region, demonstrates what rigorous, credible biodiversity action looks like in practice.
Senate fails to advance war powers resolution to halt U.S. action against Iran
It has become an almost weekly effort to rein in President Donald Trump
Senate fails to advance war powers resolution to halt U.S. action against Iran
It has become an almost weekly effort to rein in President Donald Trump
Justice Department sues New York state DOH over CDPAP transition
The DOJ argues that the state DOH conducted a "sham bid process" and failed to take action to hold Public Partnerships LLC accountable.
Merchants of Doubt and the attacks on Extreme Event Attribution science
Last week, I attended a meeting at Columbia University on attribution science and climate law, hosted by the Sabin Center. It was a fantastic event, bringing together scientists and legal experts working at the intersection of extreme event attribution and climate law. Subscribe For those unfamiliar with it, extreme event attribution attempts to quantify the contribution of climate change to an extreme event. For example, several groups analyzed the impact of climate change on Hurricane Harvey’s enormous rainfall totals over Houston, Texas and they found that climate change increased rainfall by 15 to 38%. One thing that came up again and again was how terrified fossil-fuel interests are of extreme event attribution science. They are acutely aware that this research could land them in court. And losing those cases would leave them legally liable for billions of dollars in climate damages. Because the legal stakes are so high, the blowback has turned ugly. I spoke with several scientists at the meeting who are facing ongoing harassment over their work. This blowback is a coordinated campaign to make the entire field look suspect. The goal is to create the impression that attribution science is too uncertain, too political, or too conflicted to be useful in court or in public policy. The strategy is not based on actual science or evidence of misconduct, but on the generation of doubt. The new Merchants of Doubt We’ve seen this before. In fact, not that long ago: We only have to go back a year to the Department of Energy (DOE) Climate Working Group (CWG) report to see an example of using doubt as the tool to push back against well-established science. This strategy is laid out in an email from a member of the CWG, Dr. Roy Spencer, that was released during litigation over the Climate Working Group process. The key quote is: About all I can hope is that what we write will provide sufficient “reasonable scientific doubt” regarding the science claims in the 2009 TSD [technical support document], based upon almost 2 decades of new science, to call into question the original reasoning for the EPA Administrator’s decision that CO2 presents a threat to human health and welfare. This statement is strong evidence that at least some members of the committee were working to support a particular policy outcome: revoking the Endangerment Finding. The email also explains how they planned to do it: by attempting to generate “reasonable doubt”. This is going to be hard, Spencer implies. Despite falsely claiming that “2 decades of new science” weakens the case, Spencer explicitly acknowledges that the actual peer-reviewed science of climate change overwhelmingly rejects his position: But if the science argument is decided upon by a vote, or by the number of published citations, we lose the science argument. We can go back even further: This CWG email shares unmistakable DNA with the infamous 1969 tobacco memo that declared: “Doubt is our product, since it is the best means of competing with the ‘body of fact’ that exists in the mind of the general public. It is also the means of establishing a controversy.” The tobacco memo also acknowledges the limit of this strategy: Like the CWG, they knew the science was not on their side. Share The new new Merchants of Doubt The people attacking the IPCC chapter on extreme event attribution are the newest iteration of the Merchants of Doubt. Their goal, like all Merchants before them, is to introduce doubt into the process. Because the report is not even out yet, they cannot attack its conclusions. So they are attacking the authors instead. Here is a press release from the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee: In the letter, the Chairmen express concerns about potential conflicts of interest involving members of the Attribution Committee, stating that “publicly available information suggests a troubling pattern” in which committee members are affiliated with nonprofits that support climate accountability lawsuits, “raising the appearance of impropriety and member bias.” To be clear, this is just innuendo. There is no actual evidence of bias. And given the robust process that these reports go through, including multiple lines of peer review, it seems very unlikely that significant bias can survive into the report. When the report comes out, critics will have the opportunity to make legitimate criticisms of the report — if any exist. If none do, however, they’ll still make criticisms, but they’ll be bogus, simply designed to generate doubt. We’ll see. A note to the press: Fix your frame To any journalists reading this: The public debate over extreme event attribution science is not going away. The science is simply too dangerous to fossil-fuel interests for them to stop fighting it. You very well might be assigned to write an article about this area of research in the future. When you do, do not automatically adopt the framing that climate misinformers want you to use. They want you to frame the story around questions like: Are climate scientists trying to put their thumb on the scale to achieve a predetermined, politically motivated result? Are climate scientists improperly letting their politics invade the science of the IPCC? That frame is a trap. Instead, you need to view this through the historical lens of the Merchants of Doubt. How does the ecosystem of doubt operate? Who funds it? What methods do they use to misrepresent science and slime researchers? What scientific results are they trying to keep people from understanding are legitimate? Ultimately, you instead need to focus your article on the generation of doubt as a way to maintain the fossil fuel industry’s social and legal license to keep burning oil, gas, and coal. If you treat the misinformers’ frame as a legitimate, good-faith scientific critique, you are helping them produce doubt. Don’t do it. Don’t be a Merchant of Doubt. Thanks for reading The Climate Brink! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. Subscribe other stuff The Staying Curious Substack has an interesting post about the different flavors of climate sensitivity. This is crucial information if you want to understand how scientists think about how much warming the Earth will experience. I’d be grateful if you could hit the like button ❤️ below! 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