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NY leaders decry boycott bike ride targeting Jewish businesses in Philadelphia
Dubbed the “Boycott Ride,” organized by a group called Philly Biking on The Left, the protest will target six eateries in Rittenhouse Square in Philly’s Center City district, including a mac ’n’ cheese place, a burger bistro and a vegan fal…
Want to fly to the moon? NASA is looking for new astronauts to help grow its Artemis program
Applications are open through Dec. 3, with new recruits expected to begin training in early 2028 as NASA works toward a permanent lunar base.
Kool DJ Red Alert Announces Final Radio Broadcast: 'It Has Been an Honor'
The legendary New York City deejay will soon conclude five decades in radio.
Kings Rookie Acuff Finding His Rhythm Early in Season
The Sacramento Kings are struggling as a whole, but Darius Acuff Jr. looks like a big win. He continues to be the focal point of head coach Doug Christie's offense and is making significant strides.
Report: New York Yankees Interested in Retaining All-Star Pitcher
The New York Yankees have a plethora of free agent decisions to make this offseason. Look no further than the bullpen as a position group the Yankees will emphasize in free agency. David Bednar has a Qualifying Offer attached to his name, but New York will also be batting to retain All-Star reliever Paul Blackburn, […] The post Report: New York Yankees Interested in Retaining All-Star Pitcher appeared first on HEAVY.
Rep. Brendan Boyle talks Democrat priorities, negotiating with Trump
With Democrats taking control of the U.S. House, Congressman Brendan Boyle is poised to be the chair of the House Budget Committee. Just days after the midterm election, he talked to political reporter Lauren Mayk about his new role, Democrats’ priorities, negotiating with the Trump White House and his decision not to run for U.S. Senate in 2028.
Nick Sirianni explains decision for Eagles QB change
The Eagles head coach talks about the team’s decision to go with Joe Milton against the Giants, and what that means for Tanner McKee.
Chargers trade deadline plan with Khalil Mack makes zero sense
This decision for the Chargers would be zero sense.
Patriots fans targeting this position at the trade deadline
The trade deadline is this upcoming Tuesday.
Microsoft Researcher John Langford Exits as AI Frontiers Group Is Declared Finished
Researcher John Langford has left Microsoft and declared AI Frontiers over after the roughly 50-person group moved into Microsoft AI in…
Deep Dive: Democrats’ election rout is poised to dramatically reorder federal health policy
Democrats’ decisive sweep of the U.S. House and Senate in Tuesday’s elections will reshape the direction of federal health policy — setting the stage for oversight investigations, a legislative push
Two Padres Prospects Named to AFL All-Star Roster
Two prospects in the San Diego Padres organization were named to the AFL All-Star roster this week. Outfielder Alex McCoy and right-handed pitcher Kannon Kemp impressed this fall, following the regular season, among a group of some of the most promising players representing their teams in Arizona. Another prospect, infielder Justin DeCriscio, could result in …
Maryvale football wins first playoff game in 21 years
The Maryvale Panthers secured their first playoff win since 2005 with their shutout win over the ALA West Foothills Guardians.
Berkshire Hathaway buys back $9.6 billion of its own stock but its profits declined
Berkshire Hathaway repurchased $9.6 billion worth of its own stock in the third quarter, but Geico disappointed and its overall profit fell more than 28% as the value of its investments changed. But...
After 30 years, Democrats just cracked WA’s ‘Cascade curtain’
The east-west, rural-urban divide has been a fixture of WA politics for decades — and has only grown wider in the Trump era. Two newbie Democrats just crossed it.
MLB Lockout Looks Nearly Certain as Salary Cap Fight Threatens 2027 Season
Baseball’s offseason clock is not ticking toward spring training. It is ticking toward Dec. 1, when the collective bargaining agreement expires and owners are expected to lock out the players. The dispute is centered on MLB’s push for a salary cap and floor, a structural change the Major League Baseball Players Association has long opposed. […]
Paul Whitehouse to release ‘proper silly’ TV show for children
Comedian Paul Whitehouse is to release a new animated sketch show for children that is “just proper silly entertainment”.
Week in Politics: Trump taps Miller for chief of staff; doubles down on Trumpism
President Trump's decision to make Stephen Miller his new chief of staff is a rebuke of the midterm results and a doubling-down on Trumpism.
Iowa Regents to choose new leader for UI center after rocky start
The Iowa Board of Regents will interview two new candidates for the University of Iowa's Center for Intellectual Freedom after first choice declines.
Scientists had people try a happiness trick—something unexpected happened
Professor Nicholas Coles wanted to investigate the impact of being forced to smile because of his experience in customer service.
Patriots Face Important Mack Hollins Decision Before Packers Game
The Patriots have until Saturday afternoon to make an important roster decision, and Mack Hollins' potential return could come at an ideal time for Drake Maye.
How Chicago businesses are bracing for the state's hemp ban
A sweeping federal ban on most hemp-derived products will take effect in December, but Illinois businesses must meet the initial Nov. 12 deadline.
Steelers' rookie set for special change in 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers rookie Eli Heidenreich will wear a United States Marine Corps helmet decal as part of the league's Salute to Service initiative.
What Will James Bond’s New Era Actually Look Like?
Let’s pass the time until Amazon finally decides to tell us the identity of the new 007.
Climate Change Is Bringing Dengue Fever to the High Himalayas
As Nepal’s mountains warm, mosquitoes are spreading dengue, once strictly a lowland disease, to higher-elevation, densely-populated areas.
Global Science Panel Hits Roadblocks Ahead of COP31 Climate Summit
Scientists working on new reports for the IPCC, the U.N.’s climate science panel, warn about a funding crunch and report timelines in an open letter.
CPU-Z statistics show 32GB and 64GB RAM configurations declining year over year
The latest CPU-Z statistics show a reversal in memory capacity trends. Systems with 16GB are gaining share, while 32GB and 64GB configurations are declining.
Decade of Data Science Research Reveals Massive Growth and Global Disparities
A bibliometric analysis of over twenty-seven thousand scholarly records reveals how data science expanded across the globe between 2015 and 2025.
The Daily Hilario: Open wide for some soccer!
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In-N-Out CEO calls California exodus rumors "dumbest business decision ever"
CEO Lynsi Snyder put the rumors of In-N-Out leaving California to bed by calling the idea "the dumbest business decision ever."
Yankees’ Cody Bellinger wins AL Platinum Glove Award
Cody Bellinger’s banner defensive season with the New York Yankees just got even better. Less than a week after winning a Gold Glove , the Yankees outfielder has been named the 2026 American League Platinum Glove Award winner. Rawlings announced the honor on Friday, with Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong taking home the National […] The post Yankees’ Cody Bellinger wins AL Platinum Glove Award appeared first on ClutchPoints.
76ers’ LeBron James Flails in Nightmare Return to Cleveland
LeBron James got the chance to return to Cleveland on Friday night, which is usually a special homecoming for the kid from Akron, Ohio who made good for his hometown team. Now playing for the Philadelphia 76ers, James got his usual pregame admiration from the Cleveland faithful, who have long-since forgiven him for “The Decision” […] The post 76ers’ LeBron James Flails in Nightmare Return to Cleveland appeared first on HEAVY.
Check out the scores from high school football playoff openers
The high school football playoffs have arrived. Sixteen local teams played Friday night. See who advanced to the next round.
Khamzat Chimaev Makes Clear What He Wants Next
Former UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev made it clear what he wants next, which is a title shot at 185 lbs.Chimaev has not fought since he lost his belt via split decision to Sean Strickland at UFC 328 in May.But despite that loss, Chimaev is still hungry to get his belt back, and he wants […] The post Khamzat Chimaev Makes Clear What He Wants Next appeared first on HEAVY.
Five players who stood out in Nebraska football’s loss to Illinois
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Look away, Husker fans. That loss wasn’t pretty. Nebraska football entered its Friday night road matchup against Illinois on a three-game losing streak. In each of those three games, the Huskers led at the start of the fourth quarter. The script flipped this week, but not in a way that benefited NU. The Fighting Illini won 24-13 in a short-week showdown that included a scoreless first quarter, a record-breaking performance by one of their wide receivers and plenty of decisions for Nebraska to dwell on. Collin Dixon Anthony Colandrea Blackshirts Cameron Lenhardt and Andrew Marshall four-game losing streak Jamal Rule Wide receivers Kwazi Gilmer and Jacory Barney Jr.
Looking for a health insurance plan? Highmark Direct stores can help
Fall is the time to choose health coverage for the coming year. Sorting through the options can be daunting. Consumers may need to compare premiums, confirm that doctors are in-network and prescription drugs are covered, and understand access to care while traveling. Highmark Direct stores help consumers navigate those decisions
Should the Detroit Tigers Look Outside the Organization for Another Closer?
After cutting ties with Kenley Jansen, Detroit must decide if internal growth can fix a crumbling bullpen or if Scott Harris should target these three high-stakes veterans.
Draymond Green Gives Blunt ‘Spoiled Milk’ Take On Kristaps Porzingis’ Career-Ending Decision
Draymond Green makes his feelings known on Kristaps Porzingis' decision to end his career with the Warriors amid health issues.
With death sentence clemency, Newsom takes another big political risk
Amid speculation about how the mass commutation could help or hurt his presidential prospects in 2028, Gov. Gavin Newsom's decision pushes the boundaries of his authority and sends a clear message to the nation about where he stands.
With death sentence clemency, Newsom takes another big political risk
Amid speculation about how the mass commutation could help or hurt his presidential prospects in 2028, Gov. Gavin Newsom's decision pushes the boundaries of his authority and sends a clear message to ...
Six Flags Entertainment Q3 Earnings Call Highlights
Six Flags Entertainment (NYSE:FUN) reported modest third-quarter revenue and earnings growth on a same-park basis, but forecast a decline in fourth-quarter adjusted earnings after weather and ride closures contributed to a 9% drop in October attendance. The company also announced a portfolio-wide s
Six Flags Entertainment Corp (FUN) (Q3 2026) Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Cash Flow and ...
Six Flags Entertainment Corp (FUN) posted 11% year-to-date adjusted EBITDA growth and a $300 million free cash flow improvement, but flagged a 9% October attendance decline and softer Q4 outlook.
JP Morgan maintains Sphere Entertainment at Overweight, lowers price target to $160 from $164
JP Morgan maintained Sphere Entertainment at Overweight and lowered its price target to $160 from $164, a 2.4% decrease.The price target implies an upside of 33.3% from the Nov 6 close of $120.02.Recent analyst actions on Sphere EntertainmentAcross the five most recent analyst notes published on Sp…
JP Morgan maintains Live Nation Entertainment at Overweight, lowers price target to $200 from $205
JP Morgan maintained Live Nation Entertainment at Overweight and lowered its price target to $200 from $205, a 2.4% decrease.The price target implies an upside of 14.1% from the Nov 6 close of $175.25.Recent analyst actions on Live Nation EntertainmentAcross the five most recent analyst notes publi…
Jason Priestley reflects on the ‘difficult’ decision to let Shannen Doherty go from ‘90210’
Jason Priestley is opening up about Shannen Doherty’s departure from ‘Beverly Hills, 90210,’ revealing why the difficult decision was made and whether he still thinks it was the right call.
Jason Priestley recalls ‘difficult’ decision to let Shannen Doherty go from“ Beverly Hills, 90210”
The actor reflected on Doherty’s exit at the end season 4, and why the cast ultimately felt they had no other choice.
Drinking 2–3 cups of coffee a day linked to dramatically lower dementia risk
Drinking two to three cups of caffeinated coffee daily was linked to a dramatically lower risk of dementia and better cognitive functioning in a study spanning up to 43 years. The benefits appeared regardless of genetic risk, but decaffeinated coffee did not show the same association.
‘Mormon Wives’ star Jen Affleck explains why she decided to file for divorce from husband, Zac
‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ star Jen Affleck explained why she wanted to file for divorce before giving birth to her fourth child.
Matthew Stafford ready to go for Week 9
Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford a full go at practice Friday
Green Bay Packers guard reveals how he’s adjusting to new role in the offensive line
The Green Bay Packers made an unexpected lineup decision in Week 8, assigning Laken Tomlinson to right guard despite the veteran having started at that position just once during his 12-year NFL career. Tomlinson said he is adjusting well to the new position, although the switch proved more challenging last week because of the condensed [...]
Ben Roberts-Smith collaborates with gym business run by influencer that sold ‘war crimes’ pre-workout supplement
Zero Limits supplements is co-owned by right-wing podcaster and fitness coach Chris Katelaris, also known as ‘Big Chocky’
California Election Results Take Shape
California voters cast their ballots on Tuesday and the results are starting to take shape. Governor-elect Xavier Becerra held his first press conference this week but offered few details of his agenda for next year. Jane Kim declared victory in the insurance commissioner race, although her opponent has not yet conceded. Candidates backed by Silicon
Human bodies produce 2 billion metric tons of CO2 a year just by staying alive
Humans collectively produce more than 2 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide annually just by turning food into energy, a 74% increase over three decades largely driven by population growth. Unlike fossil fuel emissions, however, the CO2 we exhale is part of the natural carbon cycle, and scientists say measuring it more accurately could improve climate models.
Virginia Menhaden Fishery Welcomes VIMS Dean Derek Aday's Call for Science to Guide Chesapeake Bay Decisions
REEDVILLE, VA / ACCESS Newswire / November 6, 2026 / Dr. Derek Aday, director and dean of William & Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science and the Batten...
Panda politics: Why Pandas represent China & US diplomacy
As Atlanta Zoo's new Giant Pandas make their debut, there's a bigger story behind how they got here from China. For decades, China has sent Giant Pandas to zoos around the world as a gesture of goodwill. We are joined by Professor Feiling Wang, an expert of U.S.-China relations at Georgia Tech to discuss what it means to have pandas back in Atlanta at a time when the U.S. and China are at odds on so many issues. Then we take a look at the two new arrivals, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang at Zoo Atlanta.
Frank Lampard fumes over controversial Everton decisions
Frank Lampard criticised three “big decisions” that went against Coventry City in their defeat to Everton on Friday night. The Sky Blues went ahead through Yann Gboho early in the second half at t...
Android XR glasses officially get a December release date [Video]
Google's Android XR glasses partners have officially confirmed a December 2026 release date for "Intelligent Eyewear."
Montana, Michigan and More U.S. States Vote to Kick Big Money Out of Politics
In Citizens United v. FEC, the U.S. Supreme Court decided that companies and other private groups have the First Amendment right to spend unlimited money in elections. In this year’s midterms, voters in four states decided whether to move on their own to limit the influence of corporations and wealthy megadonors on democracy.
6.4K views · 152 reactions | Texas’s first Latina governor, Gina...
Texas’s first Latina governor, Gina Hinojosa, pledged to abandon the extreme partisanship that she said has defined politics in this deeply red state for decades. https://wapo.st/4AlAV7s
Kristaps Porzingis stepping away from basketball amid health issues: 'Not where I want to be'
Kristaps Porzingis cited his ongoing health struggles in his decision to step away, as the Warriors reportedly stopped his $20 million salary payments.
Tennessee sheriff’s office warns of scammers targeting area businesses
The Decatur County Sheriff’s Office is warning area businesses about a scammers targeting them for money.
Your AI Agent May Create a Business Decision Nobody Actually Ordered
As companies embrace and deploy AI agents, and these agents make decisions and take actions, AI sycophancy takes on a different dimension.
Nasdaq rebounds but posts fourth straight weekly decline
The Nasdaq Composite rebounded but recorded its fourth consecutive weekly decline as investors weigh the future of the AI trade amid market volatility.
Permafrost Is Thawing From the Inside Out—and It’s Unleashing an Entirely New Kind of Landslide
Wildfires from decades ago may be secretly melting the frozen ground from below, setting off a disastrous chain of events in the present.
First Friday could return in January, mayor says
Mayor Shelley Berkley confirms the popular downtown event has been suspended for November and December.
Bloomberg American Health Initiative marks 10 years of public health progress
Annual summit highlights historic U.S. declines in homicides and overdose deaths as well as the initiative's ongoing work to address drug addiction, sexual assault, and the impact of digital media on young people
Ex-Steelers Star WR Pinpoints Clear Fix to Receiving Woes
The Pittsburgh Steelers track record with drafting and developing receivers was unmatched for a decade or so. One of the […]
Felicity Porter is messy, earnest and a little cringe. Her Gen Z fans are here for it.
For all her quirks and flaws and rash decisions, Felicity keeps learning to trust herself. It’s another reason Gen Z viewers feel connected to her.
Federal THC ban threatens North Texas businesses
Beginning Dec. 11, a new federal ban on hemp-derived THC products will make drinkable hemp illegal to sell in Texas.
AMC CEO says movie theater giant has finally 'recovered' from pandemic-era struggles
AMC Entertainment CEO Adam Aron declared the company has finally recovered, posting record revenue and adjusted EBITDA for a second straight quarter.
AMC CEO says movie theater giant has finally 'recovered' from pandemic-era struggles
AMC Entertainment CEO Adam Aron declared the company has finally recovered, posting record revenue and adjusted EBITDA for a second straight quarter.
Samsung's Android XR Smart Glasses Arrive in December, Preorders Nov. 12
Warby Parker teases a 'pretty robust preorder period.' But how much will they cost?
'Jimmy' star KJ Apa faced major challenge transforming into Jimmy Stewart
FORT WORTH, Texas — There’s a charming photo of James “Jimmy” Stewart taken decades ago in 1953.
Sportico Transactions: Moves and Mergers Roundup for Nov. 6
Welcome to Sportico’s transactions wire, a weekly rundown of personnel, partnerships, products and purchases across the sports business industry. PERSONNEL The Familie Signs Michael Phelps Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian in history, has joined The Familie for representation as he enters the next chapter of his career focused on expanding his business portfolio, strategic …
Sportico Transactions: Moves and Mergers Roundup for Nov. 6
Welcome to Sportico’s transactions wire, a weekly rundown of personnel, partnerships, products and purchases across the sports business industry. PERSONNEL The Familie Signs Michael Phelps Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian in history, has joined The Familie for representation as he enters the next chapter of his career focused on expanding his business portfolio, strategic …
Science Policy Faces a Post-Election Shake-Up in Congress
Decisions on spending and White House control over science grants await a lame-duck Congress.
Basic City Celebrates One Decade of Business
When the Lanman brothers founded Basic City Brewing Co. in Waynesboro ten years ago, Alana Hollister-Bates was there. A Waynesboro native, Hollister-Bates had already put a decade of service into building Crozet Pizza, then joined Dr. Ho’s Humble Pie as it navigated an expansion of its exceptionally busy North Garden restaurant. “We have come very
VIVA Health: Medicare Annual Enrollment Period
Each year, the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, also known as AEP, begins October 15 and ends December 7. During this time, Medicare-eligible Alabamians should take a moment to review their current benefits for coverage changes to ensure they are on the best plan to meet their needs and that they are not missing out on extra benefits.
How voters decided the 2026 campaign finance ballot measures
Voters in Montana and Michigan approved major 2026 campaign finance reforms, while Alaska and California measures remain too close to call.
KIII 3 News
KIII 3NEWS is the ABC affiliate in Corpus Christi, Texas, operating to serve, inform and improve communities in the Coastal Bend. The station began broadcasting in South Texas on May 4, 1964. Today, KIII 3NEWS dominates one of the fastest-growing markets in Texas. The station’s service to the community and commitment to local news and weather coverage has consistently made it the Coastal Bend's news leader for decades.
Fantasy Football Rankings: Players Hayden Winks is higher and lower on than consensus for Week 9
Registered nurses at Endeavor Health Edward Hospital vote overwhelmingly to join National Nurses Organizing Committee
Registered nurses at Endeavor Health Edward Hospital in Naperville, Ill., voted overwhelmingly to join National Nurses Organizing Committee. Sixty-five percent of nurses voted to join the union to have a say in decisions that affect patient care.
The decency was the point
For years, the MAGA movement embraced cruelty, with not much of a downside among voters. This week, judgment came.
3 Takeaways From Spain, England, Portugal Nations League Roster Drops
Some of Europe's biggest heavyweights made some notable roster decisions ahead of Nations League action.
‘A Political Miracle’ - Democrat Berman upsets Steil in SE Wisconsin
ER nurse Mitchell Berman’s surprise flip of the 1st Congressional District puts an end to three decades of Republican dominance there.
What Teladoc Health Bulls Got Right
Teladoc Health spent the past year juggling a Walmart virtual care rollout, an expanding AI toolset like SoloVitals and SoloScribe, and a sharp reset in BetterHelp’s cash-pay demand that even drew securities law firms into the story. For Teladoc Health shareholders, the return over the past year was 23.5%, including dividends. If you were deciding whether to buy on 5 November 2025, what exactly would you have needed to believe about chronic care, BetterHelp and legal risk to hold through all...
20 Years of Gears
SummaryGears of War celebrates 20 years with a special anniversary event in Gears of War: E-Day, honoring two decades of brotherhood, community, and Gears of War celebrates 20 years with a special anniversary event in Gears of War: E-Day, honoring two decades of brotherhood, community, and unforgettable memories.
This gen’s top 10 PlayStation Studios games
As we near the six-year anniversary of the PS5, we thought we’d dive into our estimates for the top-grossing PlayStation Studios games since the start of the gen. Together, the 10 games we’re covering today have generated over $6.5 billion across PlayStation (84.7%), Steam (14.1%), and Xbox (1.2% via just Helldivers 2). Let’s have a look at the top 10. Spidey and Kratos sequels take the top two spots God of War Ragnarok takes the top spot with $1.4B in revenue via 21.6M copies – 20.1M on PlayStation (75.2% via PS5) and the rest on Steam. Around 27.5% of the copies sold on PlayStation were physical. It’s another PlayStation evergreen seller, too. This year, Ragnarok has already sold 1.1M copies, generating $60M (68% on PlayStation), outperforming new 2026 titles like Gears of War E-Day and Saros. Overall, our estimates show that Ragnarok has been accessed by 6.7M PlayStation Plus players (it was added to the Extra tier about two years ago). So it’s performed that well this year despite subscription cannibalisation. That’s the pull of God of War IP. And that Bautista series on Amazon is going to be massive - bigger than Fallout, I reckon. Next up is Spider-Man 2 with $1.3B across PS5 (over $1.2B) and Steam (nearly $70M). Spider-Man 2 has sold over 19.1M copies overall, so it should pass 20M early next year. Spider-Man 2 is an evergreen title that always spikes around the holidays (mostly concentrated around Christmas week): In December 2023, it sold 2.1M copies, up 20% from November 2023 (the month after release) In December 2024, Spider-Man 2 sold 460K copies (natural decay), up 60% from November 2024. Despite the Steam version launching in January 2025, it still sold more copies – and made more revenue – the month before. In December 2025, it sold 328K copies, up 30% from November 2025. This year’s December and Christmas will be somewhat limited by Spidey’s February 2026 addition to PS+ Extra, where 6.3M people accessed it for the first time. While subscription inclusions always cannibalise premium revenues to some extent, Spider-Man 2 did manage to sell 578K copies in August 2026 – the most its sold since Q1 2024, following hype from the Spider-Man Brand New Day movie. Want more free estimates and insights in your inbox twice a week? Subscribe below! Subscribe God of War Ragnarok and Spider-Man 2 continue to be huge evergreen tentpoles for Sony. Together, both titles have sold 3.4M this year (2.3M for Spidey and 1.1M for Ragnarok), generating a combined $172.9M ($115.8M for Spidey and $57.1M for Ragnarok). Again, some premium games would take a leaf out of Kratos’ book (not Spidey’s!) and would kill for these numbers in year 1. And we can see why Sony wants to take a leaf from Steam’s book, killing physical to get higher margins from catalogue sales, ensuring they get their cut, and having more control over supply and demand (and pricing for their first-party titles). Hot rods, hellpods, and horizons Gran Turismo 7 takes #3 this generation with $841.9M in revenue via 12.7M copies sold. For more info on GT7, you can check out our write-up from earlier this week. Around 1.1M people have already played GT7 this month, less than six days in. Next up – at #4 – is the first second-party game on this list. Helldivers 2 has generated $786.3M via 23M copies sold across Steam (66.1% of the copies), PS5 (25.7%), and the 1.5-year-later Xbox port (8.3%). And there are plenty of players very dedicated to the Super Earth cause, as over 4M folks have played Helldivers 2 for over 100 hours, while 462K played for over 500 hours. That dedication to democracy is pretty topical… Anyway, Helldivers 2 still attracts about 700K players per day (more if there’s a significant update), and its August addition to PlayStation Plus Extra has led to 1.6M new players overall. This year, Helldivers 2 has sold over 2.5M copies, generating $81.1M in revenue. It’s another evergreen hit for Sony, and draws in engagement numbers similar to Arc Raiders. The Helldivers 2 model, in my opinion, should be the way PlayStation approaches its live-service and second-party releases. Want more free estimates and insights in your inbox twice a week? Subscribe below! Subscribe Horizon Forbidden West rounds off the first half of the top 10, generating $485.8M. That said, PlayStation completely stifled Horizon Forbidden West’s revenue by adding it to PlayStation Plus way too early (one year after launch). You can see the revenue drop-off clearly in our platform: As you can see: Forbidden West was still a healthy catalogue earner right before it was added to PS+ Extra, making about $1.23M a week on PlayStation across late 2022 and into January 2023. After it was added to Extra_, Forbidden West_’s weekly revenue halved to around $610K, basically overnight. Excluding launch month, Horizon Forbidden West generated about $67.2M on PlayStation in the period before the PS Plus addition. In the same period after it joined the service, that fell to $28.1M, a 58% drop. So, PlayStation didn’t trade a little bit of premium revenue for subscriber value here. It gave up well over half of it, and it cut momentum instantly for one of its premier franchises. Could you imagine the kind of cannibalisation if it launched day in date on Extra? Want more free estimates and insights in your inbox twice a week? Subscribe below! Subscribe And the cannibalisation wasn’t a temporary blip that bounced back once the game left the service in September 2024. By then, 19 months on PS Plus had already hoovered up most of the install base that would have bought it, so there was barely a premium audience left to monetise. PlayStation even added it back to PS Plus on October 21 this year, and sure enough, weekly revenue dropped again (by around a third); though, the numbers are small now that Forbidden West is nearly four years old. Worth the trade-off. The usual suspects, platformers, and an Asia-driven second-party hit As for the rest of the list: Ghost of Yotei has now generated $410.1M via 5.5M copies on PS5. Yotei popped off a bit a few weeks ago due to a content update, which we covered here. The Last of Part Us I, a remake that we covered here, has generated $341.3M in revenue (67.2% via PlayStation) via 6.4M copies. It was also added to PS+ Extra about two years after launch, where 7.8M people accessed it for the first time. Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart has made $334.9M (93.6% via PlayStation 5). It’s now passed 5M copies sold overall. It’s sold 250K copies this year, generating $13.5M in revenue. Time for another Ratchet? Stellar Blade has generated $316.9M via PS5 (59.7%) and Steam (40.3%). However, the share of Stellar Blade’s 5.4M copies sold is far closer (50.4% on PlayStation, 49.6% on Steam) – despite the Steam version releasing a year later. China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong account for 48% of Steam copies and 35% of PlayStation copies (about 41% overall). These markets are regionally priced lower than others, hence the difference. Astro Bot rounds out the top 10 with $292.6M in revenue via over 4.7M copies sold. We covered Astro’s recent performance here, covering how Astro Bot is another evergreen seller and has been a hit with families. Want more free estimates and insights in your inbox twice a week? Subscribe below! Subscribe Even these bottom five games have generated a combined $281.7M this year in catalogue sales. PlayStation wants those numbers to be bigger in the coming years, which is one of the reasons it’s killing the disc (alongside the better margins it and publishers get through digital). No more used discs means more D2C revenue for PlayStation. On that note, we recently chatted to the New York Times again about PlayStation’s digital future, so keep your eyes peeled for that! The last word Reply to this email – or reach out here – if you have any feedback for the newsletter – or want to request a game for us to cover. Want to see why these companies (and many others) are subscribed to Alinea? Get a free platform trial! [Alinea Analytics boasts the most accurate PC and console estimates in the business. Game makers use our platform to understand their audience, keep an eye on the competition, monitor sales trends, and spot new opportunities. We equip game studios and financial institutions with accurate data and the confidence to make smarter, data-driven decisions. Want to talk about all things games market data? We’d love to chat!]
Cardinals make major decision on future of franchise
A major front-office shakeup signals a new direction for St. Louis.
Wells Fargo maintains Live Nation Entertainment at Overweight, lowers price target to $221 from $222
Wells Fargo maintained Live Nation Entertainment at Overweight and lowered its price target to $221 from $222, a 0.5% decrease.The price target implies an upside of 21.9% from the Nov 5 close of $181.25.Recent analyst actions on Live Nation EntertainmentAcross the four most recent analyst notes pub…
Citizens maintains Inspired Entertainment at Market Outperform, lowers price target to $7 from $9
Citizens maintained Inspired Entertainment at Market Outperform and lowered its price target to $7 from $9, a 22.2% decrease.The price target implies an upside of 100.0% from the Nov 5 close of $3.50.Recent analyst actions on Inspired EntertainmentAcross the four most recent analyst notes published…
Jay Rockefeller, oil heir who fought poverty, dies at 89
Former US senator Jay Rockefeller, an heir to one of America's wealthiest dynasties who devoted decades to fighting poverty and expanding healthcare, has died aged 89, US media reported Friday.A great...
FSU chemists develop light-powered method to resurrect 'dead-end' compounds for drug discovery
Throughout the drug development process, which can take a decade or more, tens of thousands of chemical compounds are produced that never go on to become
Oh boy, all girls again: FAU research tracks sea turtle sex ratios
Forty young sea turtles are back in the ocean, but their future raises a troubling question: Where are the males? After more than two decades of monitoring, FAU researchers are finding increasingly female-biased hatchling populations, with some years producing virtually no males. As warming beach temperatures alter the conditions that determine sea turtle sex, scientists warn that today’s imbalance could threaten the next generation decades from now.