'Superman' Soars Past $400M Globally as DC Reclaims the Box Office Crown
DC Studios is flying high as Superman surpasses $400 million worldwide in just its second weekend, delivering a much-needed victory for Warner Bros. and director James Gunn.
DC Studios is flying high as Superman surpasses $400 million worldwide in just its second weekend, delivering a much-needed victory for Warner Bros. and director James Gunn.
Ozzy Osbourne, the unmistakable voice of Black Sabbath and a defining figure of heavy metal, has died at the age of 76 in the UK. Known as the “Prince of Darkness,” Osbourne’s larger-than-life legacy spanned decades, from pioneering metal riffs to reality television stardom.
The telecom giant added 401 K post‑paid wireless lines and 243 K fiber customers in the quarter, driving revenue to $30.8 B and fueling a higher cash‑flow target for 2025.
President Trump and Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba unveiled a sweeping trade pact that slaps a 15 % duty on Japanese goods while pledging a record US $550 billion wave of investment and loans into the United States.
Uber is finally bringing its long-requested “women preferences” feature to the United States. Starting in the coming weeks, riders in Detroit, Los Angeles, and San Francisco will be able to choose a female driver when booking a ride.
NHTSA says second‑row head restraints in 2023–24 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L SUVs may fail to lock, posing injury risks and prompting Stellantis’ latest large‑scale safety action.
Telegram has officially launched its TON Wallet to users in the United States, unlocking crypto access for over 87 million Americans directly within the app.
Elon Musk’s AI startup is working with Valor Equity Partners to line up as much as $12 billion in private‑credit loans, largely to finance a new GPU‑hungry super‑cluster for its Grok chatbot, according to the Wall Street Journal.
Edmonton‑based AutoCanada is pulling out of the United States, divesting its remaining 13 dealerships for US $82.7 million as it refocuses on core Canadian operations.
The Canadian pipeline giant makes its biggest renewables bet yet, bankrolling the Clear Fork project near San Antonio under a long‑term power deal with Meta Platforms.
The partners will pour billions into five new U.S. sites, boosting Stargate’s planned capacity past 5 gigawatts and targeting more than 100,000 jobs as demand for AI compute soars.
In a bold new move, billionaire owner Patrick Soon-Shiong announced that the Los Angeles Times will go public within the next year. Speaking on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Soon-Shiong said the goal is to “democratize” the 143-year-old paper by allowing the public to take ownership.
Displaying the American flag at your business or organization sends a powerful message. It represents unity, freedom, and national pride. Whether it's flown year-round or reserved for special occasions, the flag can elevate your brand’s visibility and communicate your values. A large American flag, when placed in a prominent location, can also serve as a strong visual anchor that draws attention from passersby while demonstrating respect for tradition.
Researchers say a previously unknown flaw in on‑prem SharePoint servers let spies burrow into scores of firms and agencies, prompting urgent patching and federal probes.
Paris‑based IoT chipmaker Sequans Communications has bought another US $150 million in bitcoin, lifting its total holdings above 2,300 BTC as corporate adoption of the cryptocurrency accelerates.
Andy Byron stepped down as chief executive of Astronomer after a stadium “kiss cam” caught him embracing a colleague at a Coldplay show, sparking a board probe and internet frenzy.
With a July 21 deadline to avert sweeping U.S. tariffs, Canada’s provincial leaders huddle in Ontario cottage country to forge a united negotiating stance before sitting down with Prime Minister Mark Carney and Washington envoys.
South Korea has revealed its most ambitious space goal yet: establishing a permanent base on the moon by 2045. The plan was announced as part of the Korea AeroSpace Administration’s (KASA) long-term exploration roadmap, which outlines missions spanning lunar development.
Apple is finally entering the foldable phone market in 2026, but insiders say the debut of its first foldable iPhone will be anything but typical for the company. Unlike Apple’s usual polished, tightly controlled rollouts, this launch is expected to be more experimental and subdued—a departure from the brand's signature unveilings.
In a narrow 216–213 vote, the House has approved a Trump-backed plan to slash $9 billion in spending—targeting $1.1 billion in funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, effectively ending federal support for NPR, PBS, and their local affiliates.
Meta has thrown down the gauntlet in Europe’s high-stakes AI standoff. Just weeks before the European Union’s AI Act begins to take effect, the tech giant has refused to sign the EU’s new voluntary Code of Practice—drawing a clear line in the sand over what it views as excessive regulation.
Meta is pushing even harder into the AI arms race, hiring two prominent artificial intelligence researchers from Apple—Mark Lee and Tom Gunter—to bolster its elite Superintelligence Labs team.
Stephen Colbert will conclude his run as host of The Late Show in May 2026, bringing the iconic CBS late-night franchise to an end after more than 30 years on air.
Divorce can get messy really quickly, and splitting assets is often the epicenter of confusion and conflict. Keeping things crystal clear about who owns what is crucial if fairness is your aim in this rollercoaster of emotions.
Plaintiffs suing over Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs now number in the thousands under MDL 3094 in Philadelphia, and several outlets estimate combined claims could exceed $2 billion, while Novo Nordisk denies wrongdoing and continues separate actions against compounders.
After fan speculation tied a VIFF teaser to Taylor Swift’s next era, the Vancouver International Film Festival clarified there will be no Swift film or documentary premiering at VIFF 2025; the full lineup arrives August 27.
Netflix’s August slate is stacked, with Wednesday Season 2 rolling out in two parts, political thriller Hostage set for Aug 21, and all star whodunit The Thursday Murder Club arriving Aug 28, plus fresh films like My Oxford Year.
After a burst of headlines from a Montreal dinner and concert sighting, reports now say Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau have eased back to friendly terms, with no official confirmation of a romance.
MTV named Sabrina Carpenter among the first performers for the 2025 VMAs, with LL Cool J hosting and honors for Ricky Martin and Busta Rhymes. The show airs Sept 7 from UBS Arena on CBS, MTV, and Paramount Plus.
Air Canada and the flight attendants’ union reached a mediated, tentative agreement on August 19, ending a four day stoppage. Service begins resuming this evening, with full operations expected in seven to ten days.
Cambridge Dictionary added over 6,000 new entries on August 18, 2025, including viral terms like skibidi, delulu, and tradwife, reflecting how internet culture is reshaping everyday English.
Canada’s labour board ruled the flight attendants’ walkout unlawful and ordered crews back, while Air Canada pulled its Q3 and full-year guidance amid mass cancellations and mounting uncertainty.
Walmart has teamed with StockX to run limited Labubu “daily drops” on Walmart.com through August 22, offering authenticated Pop Mart collectibles in small batches and signaling a bigger push into high demand resale categories.
Terence Stamp, the Oscar-nominated face of 1960s British cinema and the unforgettable General Zod in Superman, has died at 87. Family confirmed his passing on August 17, with tributes pouring in from filmmakers and fans.
Taylor Swift’s announcement of The Life of a Showgirl has sparked an orange wave across the U.S., with brands and landmarks flipping their palettes and fans fueling record engagement ahead of the album’s October 3 release.
Paramount’s The Naked Gun reboot is winning on word of mouth, approaching $50M domestic and topping $72M worldwide as audiences embrace Liam Neeson’s slapstick turn and a sharp 85 minute cut.
President Trump and Vladimir Putin met in Anchorage on August 15 but left without a Ukraine ceasefire. Trump shifted toward a broader peace deal while reports surfaced of Kremlin demands and a planned White House meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
CUPE says Air Canada’s 10,000 flight attendants will stay off the job despite a federal back-to-work directive, forcing the carrier to delay its restart and extending travel chaos across Canada.
On August 15, 2025, Lana Del Rey previewed a new song that appears to call out Ethel Cain, prompting social media crossfire, blocking claims, and a wave of alt pop debate.
Sabrina Carpenter revealed new alternate artwork for her upcoming album “Man’s Best Friend,” reigniting debate over the original cover’s imagery and the project’s satirical intent ahead of its August 29 release.
Berkshire Hathaway disclosed a roughly $1.6B stake in UnitedHealth and revealed fresh portfolio moves, trimming Apple, exiting T-Mobile, and adding to housing and industrial names.
Amazon is rolling out same day delivery for perishable groceries in 1,000 plus U.S. cities with plans to reach 2,300 by year end, folding fresh food into a one cart shopping experience that directly targets Walmart’s grocery advantage.
A fresh feud has emerged in the alt-pop world after Lana Del Rey previewed a song snippet on Instagram directly referencing Ethel Cain.
The Boston Celtics are being sold for a record $6.1B to an investor group led by Bill Chisholm, with league approval and a transition plan through 2028.
Cristiano Ronaldo proposed to Georgina Rodriguez with a 50–60 carat diamond ring worth $3M, outshining Mariah Carey, Kim Kardashian, and Lauren Sánchez’s famous rings.
Pop Mart and regulators are sounding the alarm over dangerous counterfeit “Labubu” dolls flooding global markets. Here’s what’s risky, how to spot a fake, and what steps buyers and retailers should take now.
CUPE issues a 72-hour strike notice; Air Canada begins a phased shutdown that could affect up to 130,000 travelers a day and halt most operations by Saturday.
UFC CEO Dana White confirms the first-ever MMA fight at the White House on July 4, 2026, marking America’s 250th birthday and tied to a $1.1B Paramount deal.
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