Timelines
How the main stories unfold, day after day: each timeline gathers the articles about one event, with a summary.
- Disney+ will stream the 2027 Super Bowl alongside ESPN's broadcast
Disney announced that Disney+ will stream Super Bowl LXI, the 2027 Super Bowl, when the game kicks off on February 14, 2027, with subscribers in the US seeing the same broadcast airing on ESPN. The streaming service will also carry two 'Monday Night Football' games this season.
- Ohio Truck Factory Lays Off 1,400 Days Before Trump Rally
A truck factory in Ohio laid off nearly 1,400 workers days before a Trump rally in the Dayton area. The layoffs significantly impacted local job growth, effectively erasing an entire year of employment gains in the region. President Donald Trump is scheduled to campaign in the area on Saturday. The event has drawn attention to the economic challenges facing the region ahead of the election. The layoffs are part of broader discussions about the working-class coalition that supported Trump in previous elections.
- Apple to replace faulty iPhone 18 Pro Max devices on AT&T
Apple and AT&T are replacing a small number of iPhone 18 Pro Max devices due to a bug that caused loss of cellular service. The issue affected customers who recently upgraded to the phone. A software update is expected to prevent future problems, but affected users will need a replacement device. The problem is limited to AT&T customers and the iPhone 18 Pro Max model.
- Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery to merge as Skydance
Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery are set to merge under the new name Skydance. The merger, valued at $110 billion, is expected to be completed soon. David Ellison, CEO of Paramount Skydance, announced the name change in a post on X. The combined entity will operate under the Skydance brand moving forward.
- OpenAI parts ways with 3 researchers over mishandling of sensitive information
OpenAI has terminated the employment of three researchers following an internal investigation that found they mishandled sensitive company information. The researchers were reportedly involved in violating company protocols related to the handling of such information. The decision was made after an investigation confirmed the allegations. The researchers have left the company, and no further details about the nature of the information or the specific actions taken have been disclosed. OpenAI has not provided additional information about the next steps or any potential impact on its operations.
- Camp Mystic seeks to sell property amid bankruptcy and legal troubles
Camp Mystic, a century-old private Christian girls' camp, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is seeking to sell its 749-acre property and other assets. The camp's reorganization plan includes auctioning the land, with the hope that a buyer will preserve its historic mission. Legal troubles have increased as the camp deals with the aftermath of a 2025 flood that resulted in the deaths of 27 campers and counselors. The sale is part of efforts to address financial and legal challenges. The property is located on a riverfront site.
- Apple faces $5.7 billion patent infringement verdict over iPhone and Apple Watch haptics
A federal jury in San Diego has awarded Taction Technology over $5.7 billion in damages after finding Apple infringed claims from two haptics patents. The lawsuit, which began in 2021, involved U.S. Patent Nos. 10,659,885 and 10,820,117. Apple has announced its intention to appeal the verdict. The case centers on haptic technology used in the iPhone and Apple Watch. The outcome remains subject to further legal proceedings.
- TikTok settles lawsuit over youth safety concerns for at least $100 million
TikTok has reached a settlement with Alabama over concerns about the platform's impact on youth mental well-being. The company agreed to pay at least $100 million and implement new safety features for teenagers as part of the resolution. The lawsuit was filed in 2025, alleging negative effects on the mental health of young users. The settlement avoids an impending trial and addresses the state's concerns about the platform's safety measures. The terms of the agreement include specific actions TikTok must take to improve youth safety on its app.
- Microsoft restructures Xbox, handing Halo to Activision and cutting about 268 jobs
Microsoft announced a major restructuring of its Xbox studios on 22 September, months after laying off 1,600 Xbox employees and selling some of its studios. Activision, which Microsoft owns, takes over the Halo, Sea of Thieves and Age of Empires franchises. Microsoft is also cutting about 268 more Xbox jobs in what it presents as the next phase of its Xbox reset.
- ‘Digger,’ Warner Bros.’ Last Release Before Merger, Is a Major Flop
The film ‘Digger,’ produced by Warner Bros., has performed poorly at the box office. It starred Tom Cruise and earned approximately $8 million in its opening weekend. The film's financial performance suggests it may result in significant losses for the studio. Warner Bros. is set to merge with another company, and this film is its final release before the merger. The movie's underperformance has drawn attention as it is the last major release from Warner Bros. prior to the merger.
- Paramount Debt Drop Spells Trouble for Borrowers
A decline in Paramount's debt levels has raised concerns about the broader implications for borrowers. Recent reports indicate that borrowing conditions are becoming more difficult for companies. The situation has drawn attention from financial analysts and industry observers. The latest developments suggest that credit availability may be tightening. The event is ongoing with no resolution in sight.