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Nov 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Magic Tricks Beat Action Thrillers at the Box Office

The weekend saw a surprising turn of events at the box office. "Now You See Me: Now You Don't, " the third installment in the magic-themed series, managed to outshine both "The Running Man" and "Predator: Badlands. " It raked in $21. 3 million domestically and an additional $54. 2 million internationally, bringing its worldwide total to $75. 5 million. This is a sign...

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Nov 15 2025SPORTS

Drake Maye: The Game Changer for the Patriots

The New England Patriots are on a roll, winning eight games in a row. Their latest victory came against the New York Jets, with a final score of 27-14. This win improved the Patriots' record to 8-2, showcasing their dominance in the AFC East. Drake Maye, the Patriots' quarterback, has been a standout player this season. His performance has caught the attention of ma...

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Nov 11 2025CELEBRITIES

Sydney Sweeney's Fight for Impact Over Box Office Numbers

Sydney Sweeney is not letting the lackluster box office opening of "Christy" dim her spirits. The movie, which stars Sweeney as the pioneering boxer Christy Martin, brought in a mere $1. 3 million in its first weekend. This dismal start makes it one of the worst openings ever for a film released in over 2, 000 theaters across North America. But Sweeney isn't focused...

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Jun 16 2025OPINION

Taxes: The Global Game of Thrones

The United States tax system is always changing, with Congress regularly reviewing it. The goal is to reward success in the marketplace, which comes from innovation, productivity, and job creation. This is the American way of doing business. It is not a chaotic system; it is a deliberate engine that drives investment based on real economic potential. Businesses succe...

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May 12 2025SPORTS

Rockies Shake Up Management After Disappointing Start

The Colorado Rockies have had a rough start to their season. They have the worst record in the league after 40 games. This poor performance led to a big change. The team's manager, Bud Black, was let go. Black had been with the Rockies for nine seasons. He was the winningest manager in the team's history. But this season, things didn't go as planned. The Rockies star...

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Mar 29 2025FINANCE

Market Shifts and the Inflation Impact

The stock market faced a tough week, with significant drops across major indices. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ended March 28, 2025, with a notable decline of 715. 80 points, or 1. 69%, closing at 41, 583. 90. The S&P 500 also took a hit, dropping 1. 97% to 5, 580. 94, marking its fifth loss in the last six weeks. The Nasdaq Composite saw the steepest fall, plung...

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Mar 23 2025SPORTS

A Big Night Gone Wrong For St. John's Star

RJ Luis Jr. had a night to forget in the season-ending game for St. John's. The team's star player struggled mightily, shooting a dismal 3 for 17 from the field, including a 0 for 3 from beyond the arc. This poor performance was a stark contrast to his usual high standards, especially considering he was named Big East Player of the Year. In a crucial moment, head co...

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Mar 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Big Budget, Big Stars, Big Reviews: The Electric State's Mixed Reception

Netflix's latest sci-fi adventure, The Electric State, has sparked quite a debate. The film, starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, cost a whopping 320 million dollars to make. Critics have not been kind. The Times called it a "turgid eyesore" and "top-dollar tedium. " The Hollywood Reporter labeled it "slick but dismally soulless. " The New York Times was even...

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Jan 04 2025SPORTS

Milan's Comeback: A Tale of Substitutes and Turnarounds

AC Milan pulled off an impressive comeback against Juventus to secure a spot in the Supercoppa Italiana final. The game's turning point was the substitutions made by coach Sergio Conceicao. Let's take a look at how the players fared. Goalkeeper Mike Maignan had a mixed game. He couldn't keep out a powerful shot from Yildiz but made some good saves, especially in the...

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Dec 30 2024SPORTS

How a Rookie QB Changed Washington’s Fortunes

Imagine turning a team’s record around in just one season – that's exactly what happened to the Washington Commanders in 2024. They went from a dismal 4-13 record in 2023 to a playoff-bound team with 11 wins, and much of this comeback can be credited to rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. Picked second overall in the April draft, Daniels quickly proved that he was rea...

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