Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans fans are eagerly awaiting updates on how they will be able to watch their favorite teams’ local games in the upcoming NBA season. Both teams are making a significant transition by moving away from their regional sports networks owned by Diamond Sports. This shift was detailed in a recent
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In midday trading, Advanced Micro Devices saw a more than 2% increase in its stock price following the announcement of its plans to acquire server builder ZT Systems in a deal worth $4.9 billion. This move shows the company’s commitment to expanding its presence in the tech industry. Conversely, HP experienced a decline of over
Blake Lively’s latest film, “It Ends With Us,” continues to dominate the box office, outperforming her husband Ryan Reynolds’ film, “Deadpool & Wolverine.” The romantic drama, directed and starring Justin Baldoni, has been a surprise hit, earning $5.5 million on Wednesday alone. Despite facing competition from “Alien: Romulus,” “It Ends With Us” is projected to
The European Commission recently sent a warning to X Corp. owner Elon Musk and CEO Linda Yaccarino. The commission expressed concerns over the spread of illegal content, including incitements to violence and hate speech, on X’s social media platform. This warning could potentially lead to penalties and restrictions being imposed on the company in Europe.
At the recent D23 Disney fan event, Walt Disney unveiled plans for a new ‘Avatar’ experience at its Disney California Adventure theme park. This new attraction will be based on the upcoming film, “Avatar: The Way of Water,” the second installment in the popular science fiction franchise. Along with this, a show highlighting the life
Disney has once again solidified its position as a powerhouse in the entertainment industry, with the success of films like “Inside Out 2” and “Deadpool & Wolverine.” This comes after the company faced challenges and setbacks, including losing its status as the highest-grossing studio in 2023. However, with the recent box office hits, Disney has
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,
E.l.f. Beauty’s recent quarterly performance has been impressive, with a 50% gain in sales in its fiscal first quarter. This comes after a remarkable 76% jump in the year-ago period. However, the company’s post-earnings conference call hinted at potential challenges ahead, as they anticipate higher container and transportation costs in FY25. Despite a 3.4% rise
The narrative surrounding Disney’s media business has taken a surprising turn in recent times. While previously the focus was on how streaming losses and other factors were dragging down the company, the second-quarter results have shown a different story. Disney’s combined streaming services – Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ – have turned a profit for the
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
Chevron experienced a disappointing midday trading session, with stock slipping more than 3% due to second-quarter earnings missing Wall Street estimates. This news caused concern among investors, as adjusted earnings per share were reported at $2.55, lower than the $2.93 per share that analysts had expected. Additionally, revenue came in slightly higher than expected at
Imax recently reported a decrease in both revenue and profit for the last quarter. Sales fell by 9% to $89 million, but despite this decrease, the company managed to beat Wall Street estimates. The adjusted EBITDA was $31 million, down by 14%, and the adjusted earnings per share came in at 18 cents, compared to
Spotify Technology saw a significant surge of 13% after posting second quarter earnings that exceeded expectations. Not only did the company top estimates, but its gross margin and operating income also outperformed. This positive performance is a clear indication of the company’s strength in the competitive music streaming industry. General Motors witnessed a jump of
Regency’s iconic Westwood Village and Bruin theaters are facing closure this week as their leases come to an end. While the Westwood Fox Village is slated for a renovation following a filmmaker-led initiative earlier this year, the fate of the historic Bruin theater remains uncertain. With no savior in sight for the 1937 cinema, which