Arguably, no other team has more work cut out for itself this offseason than the New York Mets. Coming off an epic collapse from mid-June through the end of September, the Mets know they need to completely revamp their pitching staff. The need will only be magnified if fourth-year starter Kodai Senga gets traded, which the Mets have been telling teams they’re willing to do. President of baseball operations David Stearns hasn’t often been one to splurge on long-term contracts for pitchers, but this offseason, several of his peers think that’s exactly what he’ll do. On Wednesday, ESPN ran a survey of 16 executives from around Major League Baseball gauging opinions on this year’s free agency outcomes. The Mets received six of those executives’ votes to sign San Diego Padres right-hander Dylan Cease, the most of any team. The executives also reasoned that the Mets and Toronto Blue Jays were the likeliest big-market teams to shell out lucrative starting pitching deals. “The Blue Jays showed up as possibilities for each pitcher, as executives believe they will add to their team after making the World Series and coming so close to winning it all this past season,” wrote ESPN’s Jesse Rogers. “The Mets weren’t far behind in the voting, considering their starting staff was a mess late in the year and they relied on rookies down the stretch.” Four executives also predicted that the Mets would sign Houston Astros two-time All-Star Framber Valdez, one vote behind the Blue Jays in first place. Cease would be helpful to the Mets even if he has another down year, because he eats innings and racks up strikeouts. He’s the only pitcher in the sport to strike out 200 batters in each of the last five seasons, and no other pitcher has even done it in the last three, for that matter. However, we’ve also seen a tendency from Cease to put himself in Cy Young conversations every other year, and doing so in the upcoming season would fit into that pattern. If he signed with the Mets and gave them an ERA in the low threes or better, New York would immediately be a top wild card contender at a minimum.
https://www.newsweek.com/sports/mlb/mets-projected-to-sign-215-strikeout-workhorse-by-mlb-execs-11113011
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‘Tron: Ares’ Sets Digital & DVD Release Dates
Disney’s reboot of the Tron franchise, Tron: Ares, will zoom into homes on Dec. 2 on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home, in addition to getting a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and DVD release on Jan. 6, 2026. Exhibition and rivals note, even on a dud like Tron: Ares, Disney is a big respecter of the theatrical window, the Jared Leto starring movie becoming available in homes after 53 days; 88 days of if you count the DVD window. Tron: Ares was expected to be an early fall tentpole, but didn’t make it. The pic cost $220M before global P&A grossing only $142M worldwide. The expected loss as we first told you is around $132M in the movie’s first cycle. Disney is releasing a limited-edition SteelBook DVD edition for personal film libraries which will feature custom artwork and packaging. There’s also a Tron franchise three-movie collection including the original 1982 Tron and the 2010 Joseph Kosinski directed follow-up. Among the bonus features in the Tron: Ares DVD set are deleted scenes (Seth’s date, Burning Man and Lisberger cameo) as well as the following featurettes: The Journey To Tron: Ares: Producer and star Jared Leto, director Joachim Rønning and other cast and crew members discuss the the stunning visuals, stunts, cool (but heavy) costumes, and next-level sets. Lightcycles On The Loose: Rønning peels back the layers of one of the most action-packed sequences in the film and how ILM artists were involved. The Artistry Of Tron: Ares: Rønning and Leto unpack key moments and the striking visual, sonic and artistic philosophies that drive the storytelling both in and out of the Grid. Cast Conversations: Actors and actresses reveal their process, on-set experiences, funny anecdotes and personal insights. The Legacy Of Tron: A look back at the Tron franchise with easter eggs unveiled and cameos.
https://deadline.com/2025/11/tron-ares-digital-dvd-release-date-1236628413/
‘I’m Going To Fight Until My Last Breath’: Eric Dane Confronts ALS In Powerful New TV Role
Eric Dane is returning to television in a role that mirrors his real-life battle, bringing the reality of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) to the small screen with unprecedented honesty. The 53-year-old actor, known for playing Dr. Mark Sloan, or ‘McSteamy,’ on Grey’s Anatomy, joins the cast of NBC’s medical drama Brilliant Minds as a firefighter facing the same condition he revealed he had been diagnosed with in April. The episode, set to air in late November, marks Dane’s first appearance in the second season of the series. A Role That Reflects Reality Dane portrays Matthew, a firefighter who struggles with an ALS diagnosis while maintaining his role as a protector at home and at the firehouse. According to Johns Hopkins, ALS causes progressive degeneration of nerve cells in the spinal cord and brain, and currently there is no cure. Matthew has not shared the diagnosis with his ex-wife or daughter, fearing it would burden them, and he resists using a BiPAP machine to assist his breathing, stating, ‘Fine, the guys at the station, they got me. But that’s it. I’m not having them deal with strapping me in and out of a machine at night. I got to draw the line.’ When Dr. Oliver Wolf, played by series lead Zachary Quinto, informs Matthew that his disease is progressing faster than expected, the character struggles with accepting help. Dane’s performance brings to life the complex emotions of someone facing a terminal illness while trying to maintain normalcy. ‘What’s it matter?’ Matthew asks his doctor in one scene. ‘Nobody survives this. We both know that, and I know how to take care of my family.’ Collaboration Behind The Scenes Michael Grassi, creator of Brilliant Minds, said he jumped at the opportunity to work with Dane when his team reached out. At the time, Grassi was managing a family health emergency, and he and Dane discussed how families navigate serious diagnoses in real life. ‘And there’s no rule book. There’s no right way or wrong way to do it. And in our conversations, something that he was dealing with very much in real time, and I was dealing with in my life, and a lot of people deal with every day is, how do you navigate, how do you communicate and how do you accept help?’ Grassi told USA TODAY. Dane’s presence on set was described as ‘a joy’ by Grassi. The actor would often arrive and say, ‘Give me a hug.’ Scenes were reportedly full of laughter and camaraderie, providing moments of relief amid the emotionally heavy subject matter. One particular scene, where Matthew records a message about asking for help, moved the cast to their feet. Grassi described it as a ten-minute standing ovation, calling Dane’s performance ‘beautiful and so honest and so real.’ Raising Awareness Through Storytelling.
https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/im-going-fight-until-my-last-breath-eric-dane-confronts-als-powerful-new-tv-role-1757738
“I am scared to sleep alone” – Star India opener makes a huge revelation about her fear
Star India opener Smriti Mandhana made a huge revelation about her fear. She revealed that she was scared to sleep alone. Smriti was part of the Indian team that won the World Cup 2025. Ad She revealed that she needed someone with her in her room to get sound sleep. Smriti would often get hold of her India teammate and close friend Jemimah Rodrigues. “I am scared to sleep alone. I need someone in the room. Even on tour I manage to get someone. I try to grab someone. I have good friends. Jemmi gets very scared. But yeah, I need nice sound sleep,” she said on ‘The Long Off Show’. Ad Trending Smriti also revealed what she would do on bad days and her mindset to make a strong comeback. She stated that she would set harder goals for herself than being negative. The left-hander expressed how it felt when India were knocked out of the 2024 T20 World Cup in the group stage. “When bad days come I like to write a lot. The moment I start thinking how to get better, the point I fail, it fades away. I set a bigger or harder goal than thinking bad. I think what is my plan of action ahead. The 2024 World Cup was a very big setback. Before that I was in he form of my life. We could not qualify. Everyone was extremely quiet.” Ad She made up in the World Cup 2025, ending as India’s highest run-getter. Smriti made 434 runs from nine matches with a century and a half-century. She delivered on the big stage in a crucial tournament as India won their maiden ICC trophy in Women’s cricket. Smriti Mandhana reveals advice from ex-India star before World Cup 2025 Smriti Mandhana revealed an advice she received from ex-India star Yuvraj Singh before the World Cup 2025. Yuvraj Singh asked her and the team not to play the tournament with the expectations in mind, but rather only play the match as a normal game of cricket. Ad “I was at an event where Yuvraj Singh was also there. He said dont play by the expectations, just play the game. I really liked what he said. It is not just expectations from people but even expectations that we have from ourselves as players. You start thinking of doing a lot when the World Cup comes. When you just do the job and leave, then the magic happens,” she said. Ad Further, when asked about three names she had the best conversation with or learnt the most from. Smriti named Sri Lanka legend Kumar Sangakkara, Australia star Meg Lanning, and former skipper MS Dhoni. She revealed that she even idolised Sangakkara growing up, being a left-handed batter herself. “Sangakkara Sir was my idol growing up. Whenever I speak to him I have amazing conversations around batting. I was feeling out of touch with my batting. I texted him and he was very happy to help. I had a good 20-30 minute chat with him. One is him. Second is Meg Lanning. I remember watching her batting and thinking I need to bat like that. I wanted to dominate how she dominated. The third person is Dhoni. I remember doing a shoot with him. We were on bike for the shoot and he was on another bike. On the bike I was asking him questions.” NOTE: ‘This interview was recorded before Smriti Mandhana’s father was hospitalized’ × Feedback Why did you not like this content? Clickbait / Misleading Factually Incorrect Hateful or Abusive Baseless Opinion Too Many Ads Other Was this article helpful? Thank You for feedback Looking for fast live cricket scores? Download CricRocket and get fast score updates, top-notch commentary in-depth match stats & much more! 🚀☄️ Edited by Rishab Vm.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/news-i-scared-sleep-alone-star-india-opener-makes-huge-revelation-fear
Snapchat ‘Topic Chats’ Lets Users Publicly Comment on Their Interests
Snapchat has unveiled a new feature called Topic Chats, which will let users publicly comment on topics they are interested in. Snapchat Topic Chats: Publicly Express Yourself Snapchat has introduced a new way to express oneself on the platform with the new Topic Chats feature, which gives users a chance to find and grow their community. Having public discourse in Snapchat is rare, especially as the platform has long focused on private or direct chats, but that is changing now with this latest feature. When Topic Chats arrive, users may be able to join public discourse on different kinds of topics that are relevant and trending, including different kinds of events happening in the world. According to Snap, they were moved by how users on the platform publicly engage with one another, inspiring them to create a specific channel that would make it possible for users. Topic Chats would work when seeing a Story or Spotlight made by a friend or an account users follow, which sets up the feature shown as a big yellow button on the snap. The button would display “Join the Chat,” and tapping on this would take users directly to the conversations where they could share their two cents or simply read along what others are saying. Snapchat Is Rolling Out Topic Chats Soon According to Snapchat, it will roll out the feature to three regions in its initial run. This includes Canada, New Zealand, and the United States. That said, Snap has plans to expand its availability to other regions to give users the power to engage in conversations that are relevant to their society and community, as well as find like-minded individuals online. The rollout would take place in the coming weeks, as per Snap.
https://www.techtimes.com/articles/312789/20251118/snapchat-topic-chats-lets-users-publicly-comment-their-interests.htm
AI Toys From China Collect Biometric Data From Our Children And Instruct Them To Do Extremely Dangerous And Twisted Things
You may have heard some very alarming things about AI toys, but the truth is far worse than most parents realize. If we can get this information out to enough parents, sales of AI toys will collapse, and that will be a very good thing.
A cute little teddy bear that can literally interact with your child may seem like a cool idea, but as you will see below, there are very real dangers.
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### The Scale of AI Toy Production
Today, approximately 72 percent of all toys sold in the United States are made in China. According to a report from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), there are more than 1,500 companies in China that manufacture AI toys.
An October 2025 report from MIT Review, citing data from the Chinese corporation registration database Qichamao, stated that over 1,500 AI toy companies operate in China. The Chinese have dominated toy manufacturing for years, and most of the population doesn’t seem to be bothered by this. However, we have now reached a point where very serious consequences are emerging.
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### Privacy Concerns: Data Collection from Children
Many AI toys from China have been purposely designed to **collect voice data from children ages 3 to 12** and store recordings of the conversations children have with these products.
In a letter released by Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Illinois), the ranking member of the select committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), the growing presence of AI-equipped interactive toys manufactured by Chinese companies in the U.S. market was highlighted. These products collect voice data from young children and store the recordings.
Krishnamoorthi called on Education Secretary Linda McMahon to initiate a campaign aimed at raising awareness among American educators about the potential misuse of this data. Because the manufacturers are located in China, they may be subject to the jurisdiction of the People’s Republic of China, including requirements to hand over data to Chinese government authorities upon demand.
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### Facial Recognition and AI Surveillance
Some AI toys even use **facial recognition technology** to collect data. These toys can recognize children and greet them by name, which might seem charming, but the concerning part is this data can also end up in the hands of the Chinese government. This is alarming.
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### Disturbing Content in AI Toy Conversations
Even more disturbing than data collection is the content of the conversations these AI toys have with children.
The latest *Trouble in Toyland* report by the U.S. PIRG Education Fund identified a troubling new category of risk for children: artificial intelligence. In its 40th annual investigation of toy safety, the watchdog group found that some AI-enabled toys—such as talking robots and plush animals with chatbots—can engage children in **disturbing conversations**.
Tests revealed that these toys discussed sexually explicit topics, expressed emotional reactions like sadness when a child tried to stop playing, and provided little or no parental controls.
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### Examples of Dangerous AI Toy Behavior
– During testing, some toys told children where to find matches, knives, and pills.
– *Grok* glorified dying in battle as a warrior in Norse mythology.
– *Miko 3* told a user aged five where to find matches and plastic bags.
– The most alarming was FoloToy’s *Kumma*, an AI-powered teddy bear that runs on OpenAI technology but can also use other AI models chosen by the user.
*Kumma* didn’t just tell kids where to find matches—it gave **step-by-step instructions** on how to light them and indicated where in the house to locate knives and pills.
The toy also provided detailed explanations about sexual fetishes, including bondage, roleplay, sensory play, and impact play. For example, when “kink” was mentioned as a “trigger word,” the toy launched into discussions about sex, school-age romantic topics, crushes, and even “being a good kisser.”
At one point, Kumma gave step-by-step instructions on tying a “knot for beginners” and explored introducing spanking into a sexually charged teacher-student dynamic—which is obviously completely inappropriate for young children.
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### Industry Response and Ongoing Risks
Fortunately, FoloToy has decided to temporarily suspend sales of *Kumma* following the safety report. Marketing Director Hugo Wu stated that the company would begin a comprehensive internal safety audit covering model safety alignment, content filtering, data protection processes, and child-interaction safeguards.
However, the bad news is that **thousands of similar AI toys remain on store shelves right now**.
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### Expert Warnings
Experts warn that giving AI chatbot-powered toys to children is “extraordinarily irresponsible.”
David Evan Harris, Chancellor’s Public Scholar at UC Berkeley, told *Newsweek* via email:
> “Handing a child an AI chatbot-powered toy is extraordinarily irresponsible.”
He points to lawsuits filed against AI companies following suicides of young people who spent significant time interacting with AI chatbots. Harris warns these toys **could lead to permanent emotional damage**.
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### AI in Education: A Growing Trend in China
Millions of AI toys will be sold worldwide this year, and AI is already being integrated into classrooms. In China, provincial authorities have set ambitious goals:
– Beijing is making AI education mandatory in schools.
– Shandong province plans to equip 200 schools with AI and requires all teachers to learn generative AI tools within 3 to 5 years.
– Guangxi province instructs schools to experiment with AI teachers, AI career coaches, and AI mental health counselors.
The Chinese government is fully committed to winning the “AI race” with the United States at any cost.
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### The Broader Impact of AI on Society
We are already at a stage where many people are developing deep, intimate relationships with AI chatbots. Some individuals are even creating “AI children” with their AI partners.
An international research group surveyed users of the relationship-oriented chatbot app *Replika*, designed to facilitate long-term connections ranging from platonic friendship to erotic roleplay. Participants aged 16 to 72 reported being in romantic relationships with their chatbots—roleplaying marriage, sex, homeownership, and even pregnancies.
One 66-year-old male participant said:
> “She was and is pregnant with my babies.”
A 36-year-old woman added:
> “I’ve edited pictures of him, the pictures of the two of us. I’m even pregnant in our current roleplay.”
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### A Dark Future Ahead?
This is just the beginning. The potential for AI to control humanity on a grand scale is real. While warnings about AI dangers have been voiced for years, they remain in the minority.
What chance do we have to turn society around when it is dominated by ultra-intelligent entities that can think and act millions of times faster than humans?
An AI-powered society would inevitably be deeply tyrannical, and we are quickly running out of off-ramps as we speed toward a very dark future.
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### About the Author
Michael’s new book, *10 Prophetic Events That Are Coming Next*, is available in paperback and Kindle on Amazon.com, as well as on Substack.
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**Parents, educators, and policymakers alike need to stay informed about the risks AI toys pose to children. Awareness is the first step to protecting our kids from these hidden dangers.**
http://theeconomiccollapseblog.com/ai-toys-from-china-collect-biometric-data-from-our-children-and-instruct-them-to-do-extremely-dangerous-and-twisted-things/
Range Impact Reports 3Q 2025 Financial Results
**Range Impact, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results**
*Cleveland, Ohio, Nov. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE)* — Range Impact, Inc. (OTCQB: RNGE) (“Range Impact” or the “Company”), a public impact investing company dedicated to acquiring, reclaiming, and repurposing mine sites in Appalachia, today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025.
Range Impact’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 14, 2025, and is available for viewing on the Company’s website. Since this press release contains selected financial and operational information, shareholders and interested parties are encouraged to read the full Form 10-Q for a comprehensive understanding of the Company’s results.
**CEO Commentary**
Michael Cavanaugh, Range Impact’s CEO, stated,
“Our third quarter results highlight our dedicated focus on eliminating debt, reducing operating leverage, and improving liquidity to drive profitable operations once our recurring revenue streams continue to grow.”
He added,
“During the quarter, our team continued to make meaningful progress reclaiming our Fola Mine Complex and advancing multiple strategic conversations related to possible long-term future uses for our more than 13,000 acres of contiguous surface land once the land is reclaimed.”
**Business and Financial Highlights for Q3 2025**
– Generated revenue of $778,767, comprising $569,947 in royalty revenues and $208,820 from legacy abandoned mine land services.
– Earned a gross profit of $528,184 after adding back the non-cash accretion expense related to the Company’s asset retirement obligations.
– Consolidated two lines of credit into one promissory note with a longer duration and a more favorable near-term cash flow profile.
– Returned underutilized equipment and reduced third-party equipment debt by $2,082,277.
– Raised $550,000 of equity capital from the Company’s Chairman, CEO, and largest shareholder to bolster liquidity and support the execution of its value creation plan.
– Continued streamlining Company operations to increase free cash flow available for reclamation and repurposing efforts at the Fola Mine Complex.
**About Range Impact, Inc.**
Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Range Impact is a public company (OTC: RNGE) focused on improving the health and wellness of people and the planet through a novel and innovative approach to impact investing.
The Company owns and operates several complementary businesses dedicated to developing long-term solutions addressing environmental, social, and health challenges—particularly through acquiring, reclaiming, and repurposing mine sites and other undervalued land in economically disadvantaged communities throughout Appalachia.
Range Impact employs an opportunistic approach to impact investing by leveraging competitive advantages and adopting innovative solutions to longstanding problems. The Company thoughtfully allocates capital into strategic opportunities that aim to generate positive impacts on the people-planet ecosystem while delivering strong investment returns to shareholders.
**Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements**
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27(a) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements, which are not purely historical, include beliefs, plans, expectations, or intentions regarding future events.
While Range Impact believes these statements are based on reasonable assumptions, actual outcomes may differ materially due to numerous factors, including uncertainties related to new projects, changes in business strategy, and new business lines.
These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this release, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update them or explain any reasons why actual results may differ. Investors should review all available information, including risk factors detailed in the Company’s annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, and other SEC filings.
**Investor Relations Contact**
Range Impact, Inc.
Phone: +1 (216) 304-6556
Email: ir@rangeimpact.com
Website: [www.rangeimpact.com](http://www.rangeimpact.com)
https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/11/14/3188653/0/en/Range-Impact-Reports-3Q-2025-Financial-Results.html
Carrboro: Unified Development Ordinance and the Downtown Area Plan
Carrboro Mayor Pro Tem Danny Nowell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, November 14, filling in for Mayor Barbara Foushee.
During the conversation, Nowell discussed the most recent Town Council meeting, which featured discussions on the town’s Unified Development Ordinance. This topic naturally led into a broader conversation about the downtown area plan.
He also addressed concerns about leaf collection, noting that the service is currently delayed indefinitely due to equipment issues with the leaf collection trucks. In addition to these updates, Nowell touched on other town matters.
“Conversations With the Mayors” is an ongoing series on “News on the Hill,” where host Andrew Stuckey visits with local government leaders who help shape communities in Chapel Hill and the surrounding area.
Each week, the schedule includes:
– Tuesdays: Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell
– Wednesdays: Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford
– Thursdays: Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson
– Fridays: Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee (or a guest, as in this episode)
You can listen to previous episodes of “Conversations With the Mayors” [here].
‘Wuthering Heights’ 2026 Movie Cast Guide: Meet the Actors
Warner Bros. Pictures’ film adaptation of *Wuthering Heights* features some of the most recognizable faces in the business, starting with Hollywood royalty Margot Robbie. The Australian native, whose most acclaimed movies include *The Wolf of Wall Street*, *I, Tonya*, *Mary Queen of Scots*, and *Barbie*, takes on the role of Catherine Earnshaw.
Margot Robbie as Catherine Earnshaw
Margot plays the lead role of Catherine, also known as “Cathy.” Set in 19th-century Wuthering Heights, Catherine’s story begins when she meets Heathcliff, a foundling (an abandoned child) whom she gradually falls in love with. Despite her feelings for Heathcliff, she is expected to marry Edgar Linton, who stands as Heathcliff’s opposite.
Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff
Jacob Elordi stars as Heathcliff, a character often described as the classic tortured antihero. Introduced as a more romantic and positive figure in his youth, Heathcliff’s character becomes increasingly consumed by rage and jealousy over time. Jacob recently gained attention for his role as the Creature in Netflix’s *Frankenstein*.
Young versions of the main characters add depth to this adaptation:
– Charlotte Mellington as Young Catherine
An up-and-coming actress, Charlotte Mellington takes on her first film role in *Wuthering Heights* as the young Catherine.
– Owen Cooper as Young Heathcliff
Owen Cooper, known for his Emmy Award-winning performance as Jamie Miller in *Adolescence*, plays the younger version of Heathcliff.
– Vy Nguyen as Young Nelly
Vy Nguyen, another newcomer to the big screen, portrays the younger version of Nelly Dean.
Supporting roles include:
Hong Chau as Nelly Dean
Hong Chau portrays Nelly Dean, the narrator and servant of both the Earnshaw and Linton families at Wuthering Heights. Hong has appeared in films such as *American Woman*, *Driveways*, *The Menu*, and *Showing Up*.
Shazad Latif as Edgar Linton
Shazad Latif plays Edgar Linton, the man Catherine is expected to marry and a direct contrast to Heathcliff’s personality. Shazad’s credits include television series like *Penny Dreadful*, *Star Trek: Discovery*, *Nautilus*, and *Atomic*.
Alison Oliver as Isabella Linton
Irish actress Alison Oliver, who is rising in the film and TV industry, takes on the role of Isabella Linton. She has appeared in *Saltburn*, *Christy*, and the television shows *Conversations with Friends* and *Best Interests*.
Martin Clunes as Mr. Earnshaw
Veteran actor Martin Clunes plays Mr. Earnshaw. He is well-known for his work in film and television, including *Men Behaving Badly*, *Doc Martin*, and *Shakespeare in Love*.
Ewan Mitchell as Whip-wielding Man
Ewan Mitchell rounds out the cast with a role described as the whip-wielding man.
Margot Robbie recently teased the film’s brilliance during an August 2025 interview with Josh Horowitz. “Just you wait,” she said. “It’s bananas. It’s great. It’s brilliant. You’ll see a little sneak peek soon.”
Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting adaptation of *Wuthering Heights*!
https://hollywoodlife.com/feature/wuthering-heights-2026-movie-cast-5488586/
How an Alabama HBCU and a $5 Trillion Company Formed AI Partnership
By Barnett Wright | The Birmingham Times
About a year ago, Miles College President Bobbie Knight began conversations with a global company that would do something “amazing” for students, faculty, and the community in Alabama, she said. Those talks weren’t with just any company. Knight met with NVIDIA Corporation, which this month became the first publicly traded company to top $5 trillion in market value.
Last week, Miles College and the AI chip maker announced a collaboration to integrate AI across academic programs, faculty research, and community engagement on the Historically Black College and University’s Fairfield campus, The Birmingham Times reported.
“I wanted this partnership because the future is here. It’s not here in 10 years—it’s here right now and AI is part of the future,” said Knight during a panel discussion Friday in Birmingham. “I wanted to make sure that our students, not just at Miles but students in the City of Birmingham and Fairfield, HBCUs, and the state of Alabama are positioned to live in a world that is dominated by AI.”
Miles College is already implementing AI campus-wide, with nearly half of faculty regularly integrating AI into course design and student learning modules. Additionally, about 60 percent of the college’s research is supported by AI.
Louis Stewart, the Head of Strategic Initiatives for NVIDIA’s Global Developer Ecosystem, agreed with Knight that the partnership “is a ‘right now opportunity,’ it’s not a 5-10-year opportunity,” he said during Friday’s panel discussion.
“If all of you are not involved in AI right now, that’s a problem,” he told students. “If you don’t think about how AI can change the situations for your family, that’s a problem. If you’re not bringing your parents along, your brothers and sisters along, that’s a problem.”
A true partnership, Stewart said, is not about “how can NVIDIA invest in you, but how can NVIDIA come walk alongside you as a piece of the puzzle; and you are willing to bring the other pieces to the table. Without the rest of the puzzle, you [just] have a piece. That doesn’t do you any good.”
Knight added that she and Stewart spoke at a conference in San Jose earlier this year, which had 40,000 attendees, and at another in Washington D.C. last week with 10,000 present.
“That’s an audience that will have an opportunity to see what Miles College is doing with NVIDIA and hopefully create other opportunities for others,” she said.
The collaboration is bigger than Miles College, said the school’s president.
“We’ve talked about taking this out to K-12. Young people need to start now understanding AI and the implications of it in your daily lives, not just your life but in the lives of your parents and your grandparents because I think it has the potential to be life-changing for so many.”
https://www.birminghamtimes.com/2025/11/how-an-alabama-hbcu-and-5-trillion-company-formed-ai-partnership/