‘Novocaine’ leads numbingly slow weekend at domestic box office
Five new movies opened in wide release in North American theaters this weekend.
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'Parasite' director Bong Joon Ho's new film, 'Mickey 17,' off to a slow box office start
The sci-fi thriller is director Bong Joon Ho's first film since the Oscar-winning "Parasite" in 2019. But it has had a slow start at the box office.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 9 -
Disney's Snow White film tops box office despite bad reviews
The film has taken an estimated $87.3m globally during its opening weekend, according to Box Office Mojo.BBC News - 1d -
Airline CEOs warn domestic travel demand is slowing
Airline CEOs say economic uncertainty and a drop in government travel is driving down domestic travel demand.CNBC - Mar. 11 -
How A Minecraft Movie Could Compare To Other Video Game Films At The Box Office
The next big video game movie to hit theaters is A Minecraft Movie, but how well is it expected to perform commercially? According to one tracking estimate, it could pull in $60 million or more in ...GameSpot - Mar. 13 -
Robert Pattison sci-fi ‘Mickey 17’ opens in first place at the box office
“Parasite” filmmaker Bong Joon Ho’s original science fiction film “Mickey 17” opened in first place on the North American box office chartsABC News - Mar. 9 -
DHS gutting offices that offer civil rights and immigration liaison services
The Department of Homeland Security said the offices "function as internal adversaries that slow down operations."CBS News - 3d -
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While negotiations aimed at reunifying men's golf grind to a halt, the PGA Tour is taking steps to speed up play, writes Iain Carter.BBC News - Mar. 12 -
Officers investigated for misconduct over murdered woman's domestic abuse report
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Movie Review: ‘Novocaine,’ with Jack Quaid, is a shot of bloody action-comedy
The hero at the heart of “Novocaine” can't feel painABC News - Mar. 12 -
Northern lights sightings expected in Scotland over weekend
Met Office says aurora borealis may be visible across north of country and possibly even further south. The northern lights are expected to be visible in Scotland this weekend, the Met Office has ...The Guardian - Mar. 8 -
With $921 Seats, Denzel Washington’s ‘Othello’ Breaks a Box Office Record
Demand to see Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal play Shakespeare has set a record in a year when big stars have been driving up the prices of Broadway plays.The New York Times - Mar. 15 -
Demon-child movie wows China – and smashes global box office records
Virtually unknown in the west, Ne Zha 2 is the world’s highest-grossing animation at £1.6bn – outdoing Inside Out 2 – just weeks after its release. Just a few years ago, the biggest star of the ...The Guardian - Mar. 16 -
Disney’s ‘Snow White’ Has a Sleepy Box Office Start
The polarizing remake collected $43 million, a weak result compared with openings for similar Disney films.The New York Times - 1d -
'Snow White' opens with a sleepy $43 million at box office
The Walt Disney Co.’s live-action, controversy-bedeviled “Snow White” opened in theaters with a sleepy $43 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.NBC News - 1d -
Jack Quaid on transforming rare condition into a superpower in "Novocaine"
Jack Quaid stars as a man who can't feel pain in "Novocaine," an action thriller hitting theaters Friday.CBS News - Mar. 13 -
FBI launches Tesla threats task force: 'This is domestic terrorism'
Tesla CEO Elon Musk and his DOGE team are leading efforts by the Trump administration to drastically cut federal government spending and staff.CNBC - 18h -
Japan revises fourth-quarter GDP lower, complicating BOJ's interest rate outlook
Japan's economic growth slowed to 2.2% on an annualized basis in the fourth quarter as the country grapples with tepid domestic demand.CNBC - Mar. 11 -
Mike Tyson, sports stars and more pay tribute to boxing great George Foreman
Boxers and leading sporting figures celebrate the late heavyweight champion, ‘knockout artist’, preacher and entrepreneur. George Foreman, boxing champion and entrepreneur, dies aged 76 George ...The Guardian - 3d -
Saudi Arabia lifted a ban on cinemas. Now it just needs people to turn up
Local box office has struggled since movie ban was lifted in 2018Financial Times - Mar. 9 -
'Snow White' opens with $43 million at box office, 'Alto Knights' a total misfire
The Walt Disney Co.’s live-action, controversy-bedeviled “Snow White” opened in theaters with a sleepy $43 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates SundayABC News - 1d -
Eddie Howe reacts after leading Newcastle to first domestic cup in 70 years, first major trophy since 1969
Newcastle United have won a trophy at Wembley Stadium for the first time since 1955 after Eddie Howe led the Magpies to a 2-1 win over Liverpool on Sunday in the League Cup Final.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
From boxing monster to cuddly veteran – George Foreman was unique
The former heavyweight champion died this weekend but his remarkable story of two distinct parts will live onYahoo Sports - 1d -
Jack Quaid on how he blends action and comedy in new film "Novocaine"
Jack Quaid, known for "The Boys" and "Scream," stars in the new action-comedy "Novocaine" as Nathan Cain, a man who can't feel pain. When his love interest is kidnapped, he turns his condition into ...CBS News - Mar. 13 -
Donald Trump bets propel Michael Platt’s BlueCrest to 15% gain
Hedge fund turned family office eclipses rivals with currency and bond wagers on a slowing US economyFinancial Times - Mar. 10 -
The boom-box-toting manager adding to March Madness hype
Amir Khan rose to fame in February after a video of him leading the Cowboys out of the locker room while rapping Lud Foe's "In & Out" went viral.ESPN - 5d -
Girona star leading all of Europe in one goalscoring stat since start of last season
Girona star Cristhian Stuani has this weekend continued to build on his record as the most decisive substitute in Europe’s leading leagues.This comes owing to his exploits in Girona’s meeting with...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Mizzou isn't planning to slow down
The Drake Bulldogs are the slowest-moving team in college basketball and the Missouri Tigers like to play fast. The No. 6-seeded Tigers aren’t planning to slow down. “The pace they try to play ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Tyson Fury and Wayne Rooney to lead England squad at Soccer Aid 2025
Former world heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury and ex-Manchester United forward Wayne Rooney will coach an England squad made up of athletes and celebrities for Soccer Aid 2025 at Old TraffordABC News - Mar. 11 -
How many points did Dillon Jones score in the G League? Blue vs. Kings box score
Thunder rookie Dillon Jones hit a clutch shot and finished in double figures on Friday in the G League, helping lead the Blue against the Kings.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
American Eagle says consumer is slowing down, issues weak guidance
American Eagle warned that consumers are slowing down as recession fears swirl.CNBC - Mar. 12 -
How to Disclose an Office Romance
When is it too late to reveal that you’re deep into an office romance?The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
'Boxing's not broken' - Hearn responds to White's new league
Eddie Hearn is unsure what Dana White and TKO's new boxing league will look like, but says "boxing is not broken".BBC News - Mar. 11 -
Federal funding cuts lead FEMA to cancel National Fire Academy courses
The cancellation of courses at National Fire Academy comes as the federally funded institution was set to welcome a new set of fire safety officers for training next week.CBS News - Mar. 8 -
Bondi labels Tesla vandalism 'domestic terrorism'
Attorney General Pam Bondi labeled the recent vandalism targeting Tesla dealerships and cars as “domestic terrorism” and added the Department of Justice (DOJ) has already charged “several” alleged ...The Hill - 6d -
Salah seals comeback win for Liverpool against Southampton to stretch lead
The view from the top looks beautiful for Liverpool, 16 points clear after another comeback against Southampton. From Arne Slot’s elevated position up in the Anfield directors’ box, however, he ...The Guardian - Mar. 8 -
‘Bold but significant risk’: Fifa pulling out all the stops to sell Club World Cup
With ticket sales slow and concerns over burnout, football’s governing body is battling to win hearts and minds. This week Donald Trump convened a prayer meeting in the Oval Office. Gathered around ...The Guardian - 2d -
Former betting boss says online slot machines need to be slowed down
Stewart Kenny thinks plans to limit stakes for online slots don’t go far enough and games must be slowed down.BBC News - Mar. 17 -
No. 1 Auburn shakes off slow start, doubts in win
Top-seeded Auburn shook off a slow first half to put away Creighton in the second and reach the Sweet 16.ESPN - 2d -
Counter-terror police leading inquiry into ‘unprecedented’ Heathrow fire
Met officers say no immediate indication of foul play as passengers face days of disruption from electrical substation blaze. Heathrow airport closed – live updates Counter-terror police are ...The Guardian - 4d
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Body camera footage is released showing scene outside Gene Hackman's home
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'Snow White' opens with $43 million at box office, 'Alto Knights' a total misfire
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Conan O'Brien to receive Mark Twain Prize for humor as politics roils Kennedy Center
On a night when half a dozen people made jokes about this being the last-ever Mark Twain Prize, Conan O’Brien made sure the ceremony at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts ended on a ...ABC News - 1d -
Amazon is now testing AI-aided dubbing for some movies and series on Prime
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Los Angeles prosecutors say no charges against movie producer David Guillod
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