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Oct 19 2024CRIME

The Serial Killer Who Won a TV Date

Rodney Alcala was a charming man who won a date on a popular TV show. But little did the show’s producers know, he was already a serial killer. In 1978, he appeared on "The Dating Game, " charming the bachelorette Cheryl Bradshaw. However, she felt something wasn't right and refused the date. This d

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Oct 19 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix Doc Bobcat Snags Top 10 Spot: Can’t Miss or Skip?

A new Netflix documentary has suddenly skyrocketed to the top 10 — and it's stirring up some opinions. Titled "Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare, " this true crime doc is based on a podcast that delves into a long-running catfishing scam. The story follows Kirat Assi, who thought she was in an onlin

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Oct 19 2024BUSINESS

CVS Health Makes Big Leadership Swap After Stock Dive

CVS Health has seen some big changes at the top. On Friday, the company announced that Karen Lynch is stepping down as CEO. She's been replaced by David Joyner, who was the president of CVS Caremark. This move comes after CVS had to warn that its earnings will miss Wall Street's expectations for the

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Oct 19 2024BUSINESS

Food Delivery Riders in China: Unsung Heroes Face a Storm

Imagine being hailed as a hero for delivering essentials during the COVID-19 lockdowns, only to face tough times as the economy slows down. That's what many food delivery riders in China are going through right now. With fewer people ordering expensive meals, these riders are feeling the pinch. They

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Oct 18 2024CRIME

Bitcoin Scheme Unmasked: A Look at the SIM Swap Trick

Imagine this: someone tricks your cell phone provider and takes over your number. Scary, right? This is what's called a SIM swap. Now, let's talk about how this happened to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and how it affected Bitcoin. A clever attacker pulled off a SIM swap to gain cont

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Oct 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Aliens and Cams: A New Twist in the Found-Footage Series

The "V/H/S" franchise is back with a sci-fi twist, but does it deliver? This seventh installment, "V/H/S/Beyond, " hits Shudder on Oct. 4. While it's a draw for horror fans, the new thematic twist doesn't quite hit the mark. The five segments feel familiar and forgettable, with only a few standouts.

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Oct 18 2024CRIME

Netflix's 'Woman of the Hour' Tells Story of 'Dating Game Killer'

You might know the name Rodney Alcala, a serial killer who appeared on a 1978 episode of The Dating Game. The new Netflix movie, Woman of the Hour, directed by Anna Kendrick, brings his story into the spotlight. Daniel Zovatto plays Alcala, and Tony Hale is the fictional Dating Game host. The film t

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

Netflix Stock Soars After Quarterly Earnings Surprise

Imagine waking up to some good news! Netflix's stock took a big leap on Friday. This happened right after the streaming giant announced its latest earnings. These numbers were way better than what experts had guessed. The company reported making $5.40 per share in the last three months, which is mor

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Oct 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Real Story Behind Netflix's 'Woman of the Hour'

Netflix's new true-crime film "Woman of the Hour" tells a chilling story, but it barely scratches the surface of the real-life horror of serial killer Rodney Alcala. The movie, directed by Anna Kendrick, focuses on Cheryl Bradshaw, who appeared on "The Dating Game" in 1978. But the film doesn't show

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

Netflix's Ad Business Boosts Stock by 9% in Q3

Netflix's stock jumped 9% on Friday after the company's third-quarter earnings report showed strong growth in its advertising business. The streaming giant added over 5 million paid subscribers, beating Wall Street's expectation of 3.5 million. However, this figure is a 40% decrease from the same pe

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