France’s President Emmanuel Macron’s upcoming visit to Belgrade aims to strengthen ties with Serbia and bring the country closer to the West. This visit comes at a crucial time for Serbia as it navigates its European Union membership bid while maintaining close relationships with Russia and China. Macron and his Serbian counterpart, Aleksandar Vucic, are
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The world has seen a significant increase in the number of crypto millionaires over the past year, with a staggering 95% growth in individuals holding more than $1 million in crypto assets. According to a report from New World Wealth and Henley & Partners, the number of pure bitcoin millionaires has more than doubled to
The new serial killer thriller, “Strange Darling” had a decent debut this weekend, bringing in $1.14 million at 1,135 theaters. Directed by JT Mollner, the film stars Willa Fitzgerald, Kyle Gallner, Ed Begley Jr., and Barbara Hershey. The story follows a twisted one-night stand that escalates into a serial killer’s vicious murder spree. Giovanni Ribisi
Portillo’s, a well-known fast-casual restaurant chain in the United States, is facing scrutiny from Engaged Capital, an experienced small-cap investor. The company, with a stock market value of $901M and a unique menu offering, is under pressure to improve its business operations in order to enhance shareholder value. Engaged Capital has highlighted several areas of
Restaurants across the United States have increasingly turned to the use of surcharges and fees to cover costs such as credit card processing, gratuities, and “inflation.” This practice has become more prevalent in recent years, with 15% of restaurant owners adding surcharges or fees to checks due to higher costs. In fact, 3.7% of restaurant
Recently, it has come to light that Perplexity AI, an artificial intelligence startup, is planning to introduce advertisements on its search app in the upcoming quarter. Despite the company’s increasing popularity and success, it has faced accusations of plagiarizing content from various media outlets, raising concerns about its content acquisition practices. Let’s delve deeper into
Alphabet-owned Waymo recently announced the details of its latest self-driving technology, known as “generation 6.” This new driverless tech has been integrated into Geely Zeekr electric vehicles and is designed to handle a wider array of weather conditions without the need for as many expensive cameras and sensors on board. Satish Jeyachandran, Waymo’s vice president
Coraline, the stop-motion animated film by Henry Selick, celebrated its 15th anniversary with a solid performance at the domestic box office. The movie secured the fifth spot with $8.63 million over the three-day weekend, playing on 1,603 screens. The total earnings reached $11.6 million, surpassing its previous record for Fathom Events. Last year, Coraline became
The advancement in technology has led to a new era where tracking brainwaves and capturing neural data are becoming a reality. This raises a critical question – what is a thought and how can it be measured and commodified? Recently, Colorado passed a groundbreaking privacy act aimed at protecting the rights of individuals in the
A bipartisan group of federal lawmakers recently raised concerns regarding Meta’s failure to prevent illicit drug advertisements from circulating on its platform. The lawmakers referenced reports from reputable sources such as The Wall Street Journal and the nonprofit Tech Transparency Project, which revealed a significant number of ads on Facebook and Instagram promoting the sale
General Motors recently unveiled the redesigned versions of its entry-level GMC Terrain crossover, showcasing a more rugged exterior design. This new look is sure to turn heads on the road, providing a fresh and modern aesthetic for consumers who are in the market for a compact crossover. One of the most notable updates to the
Over the weekend, the female-driven film “It Ends With Us” made a significant impact at the global box office, earning a whopping $80 million in its opening. This accomplishment is particularly impressive considering the modest budget of the film. As of now, the international portion of the box office stands at $30 million, with several
The weekend box office is poised to be a truly special one, with an unexpected contender making waves in the industry. Colleen Hoover’s novel adaptation, “It Ends With Us,” has taken the box office by storm, and industry insiders are buzzing with excitement. The Blake Lively-starring film has already garnered an impressive $7M in previews,
Disney recently announced that it will be increasing the prices of its streaming platforms, including Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+. The price hikes, ranging from $1 to $2 more per month, will take effect in mid-October. This decision comes as Disney continues to emphasize bundle packages to offer its customers more value for their money. The