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2 hours ago
- Toronto Sun
'S.W.A.T.' stars react to being cut out of Shemar Moore's 'Exiles' spinoff
Get the latest from Mark Daniell straight to your inbox Shemar Moore stars on CBS' "S.W.A.T." Photo by Michael Yarish / CBS Shemar Moore's S.W.A.T. co-stars are speaking out after learning that they have been cut out of a planned spinoff of the popular cop drama. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account After S.W.A.T. ended its eight-season run last month, CBS announced it was moving forward on S.W.A.T. Exiles with Moore returning as Sgt. Daniel 'Hondo' Harrelson. S.W.A.T. had one of the most devoted fanbases in all of television. CBS twice dropped the show, only to bring it back after an outcry from its devoted viewers. After it was cancelled for good back in March, Moore appealed to Netflix to give the show a new lease on life. 'Let me just remind you that in a very short period of time, once upon a time ago …it only took us about two weeks to go from number 15 … to number one,' Moore said on Instagram. 'And then we stayed in your top 10, top 15 for about six months, nine months, maybe a year. So Netflix, if you're interested in a show that is on autopilot that the world is watching, we'd love to come play. NBC, Fox, ABC, hey, you want to come flirt with me? You're invited to the barbecue. Pick your favourite restaurant. I will pay the bill.' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The streamer didn't bite, but CBS execs gave a green light to Exiles with Moore the only returning star. Moore, 55, celebrated the news with a lengthy Instagram video telling his followers he was 'excited and grateful' for their support. But he also rankled some fans of the show by calling himself the 'Tom Brady of S.W.A.T.' 'Y'all paid attention. Y'all tuned in. You rallied for us eight years,' he said. 'We won, and without those eight years, there is no future of S.W.A.T. , and there is a future for S.W.A.T. , and it's called S.W.A.T. Exiles . So, we start shooting this summer. I'm not saying I'm Tom Brady, but I'm the Tom Brady of S.W.A.T. — that's not arrogant, that's not ego, it's the fact. I'm the quarterback. I'm Shemar Moore, aka Hondo.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Shemar Moore of the CBS series S.W.A.T. Photo by Smallz + Raskind / SONY He continued: 'Tom Brady might be the quarterback, but you know, people get traded. Tight ends get traded. The running back gets traded, the receivers get traded but the teams keep pushing with their quarterback and I'm that guy, so proud so grateful, not gonna apologize for nothing. Busted my ass for 31 years to do what I do, and excited for the future.' Of course, Moore's comments ruffled some feathers with his co-stars. Jay Harrington, who played Sgt. David 'Deacon' Kay on the series, said that he learned of the spinoff after getting a text from Moore. 'It was the day before. Shemar reached out to to all of us to say, 'This is what's going on…,' and, you know, there's talk that they'll reach out to us about stuff,' Harrington told TVLine this week . 'He wanted to be the one to tell us, and say 'your reps will find out shortly.' That's when I told my reps, and they had no idea.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Harrington said Moore invited him to give him a call and he told the website he sent the actor a text. 'I texted him later and said, 'I'm sure you did your best.' We've been brothers for years, so that doesn't change.' But Harrington said he has moved on and called his exclusion part of ' show business.' ' I've been in this business for a long time. You don't get 'owed' things just because you put in your time. … if there was any disappointment, it's that when they announced it, we weren't mentioned at all. That was it. And it was short-lived because I thought, 'I'm not going to let that take away from what I know in my heart is eight years of putting in some great work,'' he said. Shemar Moore and Jay Harrington in a scene from 'S.W.A.T.' Photo by CBS Fellow co-star David Lim, who played Victor Tan, also sounded off on the spinoff. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'I'd be lying if I said the rollout of the new spinoff didn't sting,' he wrote in an Instagram post. 'It was tough to see it announced just two days after our finale — with no mention of the cast who helped build S.W.A.T. from day one. After 8 incredible seasons, it felt like we were brushed aside when there could've been a moment of reflection and recognition — for the people who built this show, and for the impact it had on so many.' Lim also said that the cast 'fought' to get S.W.A.T. renewed for ninth season saying everyone involved 'believed we still had more to give, more stories to tell.' 'We wanted it for our crew, for each other, and for the newer faces just joining us. It wasn't in the cards for all of us—and that's okay,' he wrote. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. In an interview with Variety , Sony Pictures Television president Katherine Pope said the door isn't completely closed on Moore's S.W.A.T. castmates joining him in the spinoff. 'It's a universe. There is a clear world that we're exploring here. We're a few weeks in. We're still putting it all together, but for sure, I think you can expect some of your favourites to be a part of it in some way,' she said in an interview last month. According to Deadline, the new series will follow Hondo after he is drawn out of retirement to lead a S.W.A.T. unit made up of untested recruits. mdaniell@ Read More NHL Columnists Columnists Columnists Columnists
Globe and Mail
3 hours ago
- Globe and Mail
If I Could Only Buy and Hold a Single Stock, This Would Be It
Owning just a single stock is not a great strategy. Indeed, experts agree: It's best to own a diversified portfolio of stocks to insulate yourself from market volatility and the pitfalls that any company -- even the great ones -- experience from time to time. That said, if I could own only a single stock, I know which one I would choose: Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX). Here's why. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Learn More » An appealing, long-term strategy According to recent reporting from The Wall Street Journal, Netflix executives have outlined a detailed plan aimed at raising Netflix's market cap to over $1 trillion by 2030. As of this writing, Netflix's market cap is $504 billion, meaning the company would need to roughly double its stock price of around $1,200 to break into the $1 trillion club. It's an ambitious goal and one that will require significant growth in the company's key metrics. Its subscriber base will have to expand, along with the fees it charges those subscribers. In addition, the company will need to generate more money from advertising and perhaps tap new business segments like gaming. In turn, revenue, net income, and free cash flow will have to surge. According to the Journal 's reporting, company executives are hoping to double Netflix's annual revenue to around $78 billion by 2030. Furthermore, they expect to generate nearly $9 billion of this revenue from advertising. However, it's unclear how much Netflix currently generates from ads, although some analysts estimate it to be around $2 billion. In other words, Netflix has plenty of work to do. Yet, I do think the company is more than capable of hitting these lofty goals and delivering significant gains to shareholders. Here's why. Netflix is a proven winner To put things bluntly: Netflix is the best streaming service provider -- period. And that's saying something. Many companies have taken a run at Netflix over the last decade: Walt Disney, Apple, Amazon, Comcast, Paramount Global, and Warner Brothers Discovery. Yet, despite all this competition, Netflix hasn't just survived, it's thrived. The company's stock has surged by an eye-popping 1,200% over the last decade. That works out to a mouth-watering compound annual growth rate of 30%. That's easily the best among its entertainment industry peers. In fact, it's even better than tech giants like Apple and Amazon, too. NFLX data by YCharts The truth of the matter is this: Netflix has shown that it can outcompete others thanks to several key competitive advantages: Subscriber growth: Netflix has managed to grow its customer base to over 300 million thanks to its massive content library and algorithmic recommendations that keep people coming back for more. Pricing power: Even though Netflix has significantly increased its prices over the last decade, user churn has remained minimal, making it easy to grow its overall subscriber base. Original content and live events: Netflix continues to produce original content that generates buzz, like Squid Game, Wednesday, Bridgerton, and Stranger Things. The company is also expanding into live events, including sports and gaming. The final word To sum up, Netflix is the best at what it does, and its management has put forth an aggressive goal to double its revenue and market cap within the next five years. That's a great sign for investors, as it signals that the company is aiming high. However, like any stock, there are risks to owning Netflix. Its monumental goals are just that: goals. There's no guarantee the company will hit the mark. If subscriber growth cools or if consumers are unwilling to shoulder further price increases, the company's fundamentals -- and its stock price -- could stall. That said, I remain bullish on Netflix. It has become entrenched in many people's mind as the name in video streaming and is now part of their daily routine. In my opinion, the company will continue to achieve its goals, rewarding shareholders in the process. That's why it's my pick if I could only own one stock. Should you invest $1,000 in Netflix right now? Before you buy stock in Netflix, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy now… and Netflix wasn't one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. 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Toronto Sun
3 days ago
- Toronto Sun
Review: Roku Streaming Stick Plus makes upgrading your TV foolproof
Whether you're on the road or just want Netflix to load faster, this portable 4K stick makes streaming smoother Review: New Roku Streaming Stick Plus. Photo by Postmedia/Victoria Surla Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. If you're looking to give your TV a modern boost without investing in a whole new screen or fiddling with complicated tech, the Roku Streaming Stick Plus (4K) is a simple, affordable solution. I've been testing it for several weeks now, and it's one of the easiest ways to add smart TV functionality to just about any television — especially if you want 4K streaming in a neat little package. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The product: Roku Streaming Stick Plus (4K) Price: $50 Where to buy: Best Buy Roku Streaming Stick Plus. Photo by Postmedia/Victoria Surla Roku Streaming Stick Plus (4K) key features 4K streaming: If you have a 4K TV, the Roku Streaming Stick Plus delivers impressive picture quality, with HDR colours and crisp resolution that makes a real difference — especially if you're streaming from apps that offer 4K content like Netflix, Disney+ or Apple TV+. Here's the key detail for anyone comparing models: the regular Roku Streaming Stick (HD) ($40) maxes out at 1080p, while the Streaming Stick Plus supports 4K and HDR. If you're watching on an older HDTV, the HD version might be enough. But if you've already upgraded your screen, or plan to, the Streaming Stick Plus is worth the few extra dollars. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Tons of content: Roku boasts more than 200 free channels, and while not all of them will appeal to everyone, there's a surprisingly decent mix of live news, older shows, movies and sports content. The Roku Channel itself offers a curated mix of no-cost options that are great for casual browsing. That said, most will still spend the bulk of their time on the usual suspects: Netflix, Prime Video, Crave, YouTube and Disney+. Roku supports all the major platforms, and navigating between them is quick and intuitive. Simple remote: The included remote controls your Roku as well as your TV's volume and power, which means one less remote on the coffee table. And if you're already deep into the smart home ecosystem, Roku plays well with others: it works with Apple AirPlay, Google Home and Amazon Alexa. That means you can cast content from your iPhone, use voice assistants to control playback, or integrate the Roku into your broader smart home setup. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. In testing, AirPlay operated smoothly: streaming photos, videos and music from my iPhone to the TV was seamless. Being able to say, 'Hey Google, open YouTube on Roku' or 'Alexa, launch Netflix' adds a level of convenience, especially when you've got your hands full. Roku Streaming Stick Plus display. Photo by Postmedia/Victoria Surla Roku Streaming Stick Plus (4K) review Out of the box, the experience is very plug-and-play. The Roku Streaming Stick Plus goes right into the HDMI port at the back of your TV and draws power from a USB port, meaning no wall plugs, no messy cables and no need to rearrange your entertainment centre. It's small enough to stay out of sight entirely, which is something I have come to appreciate more than I expected. Setup took five minutes, tops. I connected to Wi-Fi, signed into my Roku account with a scannable barcode and that was it. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The interface itself has a well-organized layout that makes browsing apps and content straightforward — ideal for anyone who isn't exactly tech-savvy. The remote's familiar buttons and voice-over feature make navigation comfortable, so finding your favourite shows feels quick and effortless. Favourite feature: Travel-friendly streaming One feature I didn't expect to care about, but ended up loving, is how portable the Streaming Stick Plus is. I brought it with me on a weekend trip, plugged it into my friend's TV and within minute, had access to all my usual apps and subscriptions. Roku makes it easy to reconnect to new Wi-Fi networks without needing to log in again and again. For frequent travellers, this is one of those small conveniences that ends up being a real standout — and honestly, it became my favourite feature. The ability to take your streaming setup with you without any hassle makes the Roku feel more like a companion than just another device. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Voice search is built into the remote and works across apps — just press the microphone button and say what you're looking for. It's generally responsive, though this was one of my few frustrations with the device. Like most voice assistants, it sometimes brings up results that are too broad or slightly off the mark. It's not a dealbreaker, but it can be mildly annoying when you're in a hurry to start a show. Final thoughts The Roku Streaming Stick Plus is an easy recommendation for anyone looking to upgrade their TV, especially if you want to unlock 4K and HDR capabilities without spending a fortune. The setup is fast, the design is tidy and the streaming quality is ideal. Whether you're a smart home fanatic or just someone who wants Netflix to load without lag, this little stick gets the job done. It offers just enough smart features to feel modern, without overwhelming you with bells and whistles. And in a world full of tech that overcomplicates things, that simplicity feels like a win. The product: Roku Streaming Stick Plus (4K) Price: $50 Where to buy: Best Buy Read More Shopping Essentials, a category written by research-obsessed shopping fanatics, is now on Explore in-depth product reviews, expert recommendations and exciting collaborations — plus get behind-the-scenes info on your favourite brands and trending products — learn more here or sign up for our newsletter. Sunshine Girls News Columnists Columnists Columnists
