The animated film Inside Out 2 has achieved a major milestone by becoming the first animated movie to cross the $1B international box office threshold. With a current total nearing $1.003B, it has solidified its position as the highest-grossing animated film globally and overseas. This impressive achievement places it among the exclusive group of only
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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
In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, remote work has transformed from a temporary solution to a lasting feature of the U.S. labor market. Economists agree that this shift represents one of the most significant changes in recent decades, with the potential to shape the way we work for years to come. According to Nick
The previews for Zoë Kravitz’s Blink Twice and The Crow, presented by Lionsgate/Edward R. Pressman, were underwhelming with only $820K and $650K respectively. Despite having Channing Tatum in the lead role and solid reviews, Blink Twice fell short of expectations. This raises concerns about the film’s performance over the weekend, as both films are predicted
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
Several companies are making positive strides in pre-market trading, indicating potential growth and investor interest. Companies such as Crocs, Agilent Technologies, and Nordson experienced stock increases after surpassing expectations in their fiscal reports. This signifies strong performance and the possibility of sustained success in the future. Additionally, companies like Synopsys and Wolfspeed showed resilience in
Disney’s stronghold on the summer box office is set to continue with the anticipated success of 20th Century Studios’ Alien: Romulus. The film is projected to top the box office charts for the ninth time this summer, with estimates placing its fifth weekend earnings above other popular films like Deadpool & Wolverine. As of Tuesday,
Ford Motors recently announced a major shift in its electric vehicle strategy, opting to delay production of a next-generation all-electric pickup truck in Tennessee and cancel plans for a three-row electric SUV. Instead, the company will prioritize the development of hybrid models and electric commercial vehicles, such as a new electric commercial van in 2026,
Alaska Airlines has successfully cleared the U.S. Justice Department’s investigation after announcing their $1.9 billion agreement to acquire Hawaiian Airlines. This marks a significant milestone in the merger process as antitrust regulators did not file a lawsuit to block the deal. The next step for the airlines is to secure approval from the U.S. Transportation
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
Recently, there has been a surge in the number of Americans falling victim to a deceptive scheme known as “pig butchering.” The term itself, derived from the idea of scammers using flattery and false connections to “fatten up” their targets, has garnered attention for all the wrong reasons. This elaborate strategy often takes weeks or
Top Wall Street analysts are recommending project management software provider Monday.com as a top pick for investors looking for stocks with attractive long-term growth potential. The company’s second-quarter results exceeded expectations and it raised its full-year outlook, driven by strong demand from major customers. Notably, the number of paid customers with more than $100,000 in
Starbucks, a once thriving coffee giant, is now facing numerous operational issues that have been impacting its sales in recent quarters. Mobile orders, accounting for one-third of Starbucks’ total sales, have created chaos in stores, leading to frustrated customers, overwhelmed baristas, and long wait times. Former CEO Howard Schultz has identified the mobile app as