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WHAT'S NEXT?: Online retailing will be one of the fastest growing channels between 2015 and 2019 as individuals do not have much time for leisure and seek convenience. Entertainment will continue to shift away from traditional broadcast media and print to reality augmented and deeply personalised content. The occupations with the largest new employment growth will be managers, professional and technical jobs, and caring and leisure occupations. Many middle-class professionals will be outsourced to machines within the next few decades leaving workers with more leisure time than they have ever experienced.

• [New] With iPhone momentum and holiday demand on its side, Apple is forecasting 10-12 percent overall revenue growth and what could be its strongest holiday quarter ever. / China Moneycontrol
• [New] AI-generated movies and music are expected to contribute $10 billion to the entertainment industry by 2027. Brisk Tech Solutions
• [New] Holiday travel plans across the United States are shifting dramatically as rising expenses, hectic work schedules, and changing family expectations reshape the way people move between Thanksgiving and New Year's 2025. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Monash University researchers set out to investigate whether music-related leisure activities could potentially lower the risk of dementia and cognitive impairment no dementia, as well as better brain function in healthy older adults. New Atlas
• [New] In 2025, domestic leisure travel is forecast to grow 1.9%, reaching a total of $895 billion. Travel And Tour World
• [New] The 2025 holiday season is shaping up to be one of the busiest travel periods in US history, with record numbers of passengers expected at airports and on the roads. Economic Times
• [New] The 2025 holiday season is projected to be a record-breaking travel period in the US, with Americans expected to spend significantly more on flights and hotels. Economic Times
• [New] Netflix has maintained its lead by adding more live sports and video games to supplement its wide array of scripted programming - a diversification effort that will expand into video podcasts from Spotify in 2026. Fortune
• [New] By the end of 2025, Toys R Us plans to open 10 new permanent flagship stores in the U.S. as well as 20 seasonal holiday pop-ups. Retail Touchpoints
• [New] In 2025, multiple platforms entertainment throughout social media, computer games, and entertainment will generate enormous worlds that resemble Marvel's multiverse. Milanavjc
• With direct daily flights, travelers can now enjoy enhanced access to both business and leisure opportunities in the UK, all while experiencing the convenience of a growing aviation network. Travel And Tour World
• Sports tourism is gaining traction globally as it merges the excitement of sports with the experience of travel, creating unique opportunities for cultural exchange, economic development, and community engagement. Yahoo Finance
• Generative Video Goes Mainstream Generative AI is revolutionizing film and TV production by drastically reducing time and cost, with 2026 expected to see widespread adoption in mainstream entertainment, including big-budget Hollywood productions. Mimir's Well
• Starting in 2026, Netflix will stream podcasts from Spotify, covering sports, culture, entertainment, and true crime - a sign of how audio storytelling continues to grow and evolve. ONEST Network
• Malaysia's focus on sports technology will support its efforts to become a leading destination for sports tourism in Southeast Asia. Travel And Tour World
• Retailers like Target and Dollar General, restaurant chains like Darden Restaurants Inc, and leisure companies such as Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd and Walt Disney Company could see increased demand. The Chronicle-Journal
• Starlink Wi-Fi is free for United MileagePlus members, and customers will receive a notification before their flight if it's equipped with Starlink, allowing them to live stream sports events, watch films or TV shows, and access their own personal streaming services. Travel Tomorrow
• By the end of 2025, Toys R Us plans to open 10 new permanent flagship stores in the U.S. as well as 20 seasonal holiday pop-ups, all in partnership with Go! Retail Touchpoints
• US online sales during the 2025 holiday season are expected to rise 5.3% year on year to USD 253.4 billion. Retail Slop
• Gen Z shoppers plan to cut holiday spending by nearly 25% in 2025, with 33% reducing apparel purchases. Retail Slop
• Netflix is pushing into live and event-based content (such as sports and special events) as a way to heighten appointment viewing and ad monetization potential. IG

Last updated: 05 November 2025