The weekend box office brought a mix of surprises and letdowns. Sony's "28 Years Later" kicked off with a strong start, raking in $14 million on Friday and preview screenings. This sequel, directed by Nia DaCosta, is subtitled "The Bone Temple" and stars Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ralph Fi
The race to dominate the autonomous ride-hailing market is heating up. Volkswagen Group is stepping into the ring, aiming to supply driverless taxis to Uber's fleet in Los Angeles. The first 480 units are set to hit the streets next year, with a potential order of 10, 000 vehicles on the horizon. T
The Los Angeles City Council has extended its partnership with FilmLA for another five years. This decision came despite calls from advocacy groups for changes to the city's permitting process. The groups argue that the current system is too complex and costly, which has contributed to a decline in
The stock market felt the heat on a recent Friday, with the S&P 500 taking a small dip. Investors were keeping a close eye on the Middle East and wondering when the Federal Reserve might start cutting interest rates. The S&P 500 ended the day at 5, 967. 84, down by 0. 22%. The Nasdaq Composite also
Texas is at a crossroads with its hemp industry. The clock is ticking for Governor Greg Abbott. He has to make a big decision. He must choose what to do with Senate Bill 3. This bill could ban THC products across the state. If he does not sign or veto it by Sunday, the bill will automatically b
The insurance industry in the US is under attack. Cybercriminals have successfully breached Aflac, a major player in the insurance world. This incident is part of a wider trend of hacking attempts targeting insurance companies. Aflac, known for its significant customer base and substantial annual re
The summer blockbuster was born out of chaos and uncertainty. A young director, Steven Spielberg, faced a monumental task. He had to turn a bestselling novel about a killer shark into a cinematic sensation. The project was plagued with issues from the start. The mechanical sharks kept breaking down,
The Venice Film Festival is just around the corner, and the buzz is already building. With just a month left until the official lineup is revealed, the festival's artistic director is working hard to finalize the details. One thing is for sure: there will be plenty of exciting films to look forward
The stock of Circle Internet Group (CRCL) has jumped 7% during Friday's trading. This boost follows the Senate's approval of the GENIUS Act. This new law creates a federal framework for stablecoin use. Stablecoins are a type of cryptocurrency. Their value is tied to another currency or asset, like t
The Juneteenth holiday weekend saw a flurry of activity in movie theaters. How to Train Your Dragon, a live-action remake of a popular animated film, took the lead with nearly $10 million in ticket sales. This film is expected to maintain its top spot despite the arrival of two highly anticipated mo
