Decline in Filming Activity in Los Angeles

A new report by FilmLA reveals that studios in Los Angeles had the fewest number of onstage shoot days in recorded history, with a significant decline in soundstage occupancy over the past two years due to strikes and global production crunch.

U.S. Offensive Against Houthis in Yemen

President Trump touts success of U.S. offensive against Houthis in Yemen, warns Iran to stop supporting terrorists or face consequences. Recent strikes target Houthi leaders in Yemen.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict Escalation

Russia increases strikes on Ukraine, killing at least 11 people. U.S. stops sharing satellite intelligence with Ukraine.

Prison Unrest in New York State

New York State prisons experienced strikes, prison unrest, and correctional officer charges in the beating death of an inmate.

Holiday Travel Chaos in the United States

Americans face potential travel chaos with storms, snow, delayed flights, and strikes during the busiest holiday travel period on record. Two major storm systems are expected to bring rain and snow across the country, causing disruptions in air travel. Service workers at Charlotte Douglas International Airport in North Carolina and Los Angeles International Airport are on strike for better wages and healthcare. Around 80 million people are expected to travel over 50 miles from home this week. Thanksgiving air travel is projected to be the busiest ever, with weather systems causing potential road and air travel problems across the country.

Iranian Strikes on Israel

Iranian strikes on Israel indicate Iran's ability to launch significant attacks in the future, according to Chatham House Associate Fellow Bilal Saab on Meet the Press NOW.

Hollywood Industry Post-Strikes

The Hollywood industry is experiencing a slow return to work post-strikes, leading to morale issues and a need for adaptation. The situation is creating opportunities for reinvention and independent productions.

Hollywood Crew Union Negotiations

Crew members in Hollywood are preparing for negotiations with major studios over compensation and benefits. The unions representing below-the-line workers are tense as they approach the bargaining table, still reeling from the previous year's strikes by actors and writers. Grievances from the 2021 negotiation cycle are still unresolved, creating a potentially volatile situation.