Stratton says id Software will keep leading games after losing about half its staff
Doom studio id Software lost about half its workforce in Xbox’s restructuring, co-director Marty Stratton says, but he says it will continue leading its games and developing its game engine. Switzerland’s broadcasting complaints authority has found that RTS discriminated against Olympic bobsleigh pilot Adam Edelman; RTS will await the written reasoning before deciding whether to appeal. Regal and Cinemark have declined the opening IMAX engagement of Netflix’s Cliff Booth film, leaving AMC and smaller circuits scheduled to show it before streaming.
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Gaming
id Software loses about 50% of staff in Xbox layoffs, co-director says
id Software’s co-director says the Doom studio lost about 50% of its workforce during Xbox’s restructuring. Marty Stratton says the team will keep leading its own games and developing id Tech, its game engine, while working more closely with MachineGames.
Music
Music charts: My Chemical Romance earn their first UK album No. 1
My Chemical Romance earn their first UK album-chart No. 1 with The Black Parade. Anniversary editions also bring Amy Winehouse back into the top five, while new releases give Manic Street Preachers their 16th top-10 album and Michael Kiwanuka a No. 13 entry.
Music charts: MAZZEL scores first Japan Hot 100 No. 1 with “Touch”
MAZZEL’s “Touch” debuts atop the Japan Hot 100, earning the group its first overall chart leader. The result reflects points from several measures, rather than a physical-sales lead; the next weekly chart will establish whether it stays on top.
Music charts: Country singer Morgan Wallen earns 23rd Country Airplay No. 1
Wallen’s latest Country Airplay No. 1 extends his lead this decade to 7 over Luke Combs. Kenny Chesney retains the career record, and Billboard plans to publish the full chart update on 3 November.
Film & TV
Daytime Emmys: The Kelly Clarkson Show leads with five awards
General Hospital took the top drama prize, and its actress Genie Francis received a lifetime achievement award. The Kelly Clarkson Show and Sherri have ended, but their original episodes from 2026 leave both eligible for next year’s awards.
Updated since this editionSwiss broadcast authority upholds complaints over Olympic commentary
Switzerland’s broadcasting complaints authority finds that RTS discriminated against Israeli bobsleigh pilot Adam Edelman during Olympic coverage. RTS says it will await the written reasoning before deciding whether to appeal to Switzerland’s Federal Supreme Court.
Updated
Regal and Cinemark decline Cliff Booth’s IMAX opening
Regal and Cinemark have declined the opening IMAX engagement of Netflix’s Cliff Booth film. IMAX reportedly allowed chains to opt out because it joined the project late; the release remains scheduled through AMC and smaller circuits before streaming.
Box office: Spider-Man: Brand New Day ranks third worldwide
Spider-Man: Brand New Day holds third place in the worldwide all-time ranking and leads the domestic ranking. Separately, Sony reportedly plans an extended theatrical rerelease that would restore deleted footage, including an appearance by Rosario Dawson as Claire Temple.
Paramount+ acquires non-exclusive rights to Moonbug children’s series
Paramount+ has acquired non-exclusive rights to Moonbug shows in its first programming agreement with the company. The deal gives families another viewing outlet, with additions scheduled in two release groups.
Capture says The Sun Never Sets sells out internationally
Capture says the new deals complete its overseas sales campaign for The Sun Never Sets, following US and Canadian theatrical releases. Universal Pictures International is set to distribute for Focus Features.
Hello Sunshine reportedly cuts about 30 jobs, roughly 50% of staff
Hello Sunshine has reportedly cut jobs weeks after Reese Witherspoon reacquired it with Mediawan. The remaining workforce reportedly keeps production, book-club, marketing and partnerships functions in place.
TBellScout owner Schuurman confirms buying Flawless’s film tools
TBellScout has acquired Flawless’s TrueSync and DeepEditor tools. Deadline says co-founders Scott Mann and Nick Lynes retain control of the separate US business, Flawless AI Inc., and are exploring a possible new venture.
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