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Which recent films failed at the name game?
Here's a rundown of some of this season's more well-wrought movie titles — along with a few missed opportunities.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Biden announces aircraft carriers will be named for Bush, Clinton
The latest line of U.S. carriers is named for Gerald R. Ford, and another of the multi-billion-dollar ships bears John F. Kennedy's name.CBS News - 11h -
Ad filmed at TV stars' wedding banned over smoking
The advertising watchdog upholds complaints about Vicky Pattison and Ercan Ramadan's clothing ad.BBC News - 3d -
McMahon to pay millions for failing to disclose settlements: SEC
Vince McMahon will pay $1.7 million to for failing to disclose two settlements he had with employees while he ran the WWE.ABC News - 4d -
Man films escape from LA fires with elderly father-in-law
The men were forced to leave the car they were in and escape on foot as fire closed in around them.BBC News - 4d -
Experts Name ‘Worst in Show’ Products at CES 2025
Some gadgets debuting at the giant trade show put your data at risk and cause waste, privacy advocates say.Inc. - 5d -
Rowan Atkinson at 70: his best films – ranked!
To mark his birthday this week, we celebrate his versatility from bumbling Mr Bean to his punctilious headteacher in The Secret Policeman’s Ball. Atkinson is the bumbling Father Gerald, who praises ...The Guardian - 5d -
Warner Bros. shakes up studio leadership amid film underperformance
The move comes as the Warner film studio faces pressure to increase its profitability. The exiting executives, Josh Goldstine and Andrew Cripps, were not in charge of picking movies.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Can Trump Change the Name of the Gulf of Mexico?
Presidential naming powers usually stop at the water’s edge.The New York Times - 6d -
USMNT great Agoos named Portland Thorns GM
Former U.S. team defender and Hall of Famer Jeff Agoos was named the new president of soccer operations and general manager for the Portland Thorns on Tuesday.ESPN - 6d -
Pete Hegseth fails to embody military professionalism
How does the time when I, a U.S. Navy veteran, roleplayed as a nuclear terrorist relate to Hegseth’s candidacy for secretary of Defense? Let me explain.The Hill - 6d -
Daniel Craig's 007 capers dominate his top-grossing films
Daniel Craig is a lead actor contender for his performance in 'Queer.' But the film is unlikely to scale the box-office heights of his Bond movies.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
3 Big Sabres Named Top Trade Candidates
These three Sabres have been named among the NHL's top trade candidates.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
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Experian accused of failing to properly investigate consumer disputes
A top watchdog agency for consumer finance has accused the credit rating company Experian of failing to properly investigate consumer disputes. In an announcement Tuesday, the Consumer Financial ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Ulta Names Steelman CEO, Kimbell to Retire
Ulta Beauty has named Kecia Steelman as its chief executive, succeeding David Kimbell, as the company aims to reaccelerate its growth amid a global slowdown in the beauty market.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 6 -
Trump critic named new Washington archbishop
Cardinal Robert W. McElroy, a critic of President-elect Trump, was named the new archbishop of Washington on Monday. Pope Francis named McElroy, who is the bishop of San Diego, to replace Cardinal ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
Robinson named U.S. men's player of the year
United States men's national team and Fulham defender Antonee Robinson has been voted the 2024 U.S. Soccer Male Player of the Year.ESPN - Jan. 6 -
Sonic The Hedgehog Film Franchise Races Past $1 Billion At The Box Office
Paramount Pictures has announced that the Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise has earned more than $1 billion at the global box office. The movie franchise--based on Sega's long-running video game ...GameSpot - Jan. 6 -
Pope names Cardinal McElroy, a progressive, as archbishop of Washington
Pope names Cardinal McElroy, an ideological progressive, as archbishop of Washington at start of Trump administrationABC News - Jan. 6 -
This is where Meghan Markle’s feel-at-home Netflix special was filmed
Markle has debuted the trailer for her new Netflix series, “With Love, Meghan,” which offers viewers an opportunity to “feel at home” with the Duchess.MarketWatch - Jan. 6 -
WATCH: The major films and TV series to watch for the Golden Globes
As the Golden Globes mark the unofficial kick off Hollywood’s award season, ABC News’ Will Ganss takes a look at the top contenders to take home an award.ABC News - Jan. 5 -
Amazon's Prime Video Acquires Melania Trump Film
The project is expected to be released in the second half of this year.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 5 -
Film concerts: Performing movie music live
An increasingly popular symphony orchestra concert is a screening of a movie such as "Jaws" accompanied by a live performance of the music—reeling in new audiences to the concert hall.CBS News - Jan. 5 -
Jeff Baena, Film Director and Husband of Aubrey Plaza, Dies at 47
Mr. Baena, who was married to the actress Aubrey Plaza, co-wrote the existential comedy “I Heart Huckabees,” and wrote and directed films including “Life After Beth” and “The Little Hours.”The New York Times - Jan. 5 -
Carville reflects on failed prediction that Harris would defeat Trump: 'Very depressing'
Democratic political strategist James Carville, who has been openly critical of the Harris campaign since Democrats' 2024 election losses, reflected on his failed prediction that Vice President ...The Hill - Jan. 4 -
South Korea Fails to Detain Impeached President in Standoff at His Home
Blocked by bodyguards, officials retreated after several hours without serving a court warrant to hold President Yoon Suk Yeol for questioning on insurrection charges.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
Indie film-maker Jeff Baena dies aged 47
Husband of actor Aubrey Plaza was known for writing and directing Life After Beth and co-writing I Heart Huckabees. Independent director and screenwriter Jeff Baena – who was known for quirky hits ...The Guardian - Jan. 4 -
China's overqualified youth taking jobs as drivers, labourers and film extras
With high youth unemployment rates, Chinese graduates are resorting to working as waiters, cleaners and movie extras.BBC News - Jan. 3 -
Dash names new coach Gautrat in rebuild attempt
The Houston Dash named Fabrice Gautrat as their new head coach on Friday.ESPN - Jan. 3 -
Johnson initially fails to secure speakership on first ballot
Two House Republicans joined Rep. Thomas Massie in opposing Johnson for speaker on the floor.Politico - Jan. 3 -
South Korean officials fail to detain impeached president
South Korean officials left the home of impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol without him after a near-six-hour standoff. Yuna Ku with BBC News, a CBS News partner, has more.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Doomed to fail? Hong Kong’s attempt to tackle ‘shoebox housing’ runs into trouble
Authorities are seeking to fix the city’s problem of tiny, overcrowded housing but critics say the new regulations fail to capture the worst offenders. Lai Shan Zse moves quickly, bounding up the ...The Guardian - Jan. 3 -
Gracie Mansion Intruder Films Himself During New Year’s Break-In
A man jumped a fence early on New Year’s Day, entered the New York mayor’s official residence and stole a Christmas ornament, the police said. The mayor, Eric Adams, was not there.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
Names of 425,000 suspected Nazi collaborators published
The names of Dutch people investigated for working with the Nazis during World War 2 are available online for the first time.BBC News - Jan. 2 -
Canceling the apocalypse? What can we learn from films set in 2025
From monsters fighting robots to a grim look at a decaying healthcare system, past movies set in this new year offer a mixed outlook on what’s to come. The year 2025: It certainly has that ...The Guardian - Jan. 2 -
How marketing pushed these three indie films into box office hits
Despite major obstacles, some indie films thrived this year. Yes, they were artistically accomplished, but inventive ad campaigns also helped draw in crowds.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 2 -
All the music, TV, film, art and more to get excited about in 2025
These big comebacks, awards contenders and cultural heavyweights should be highlights of the year.BBC News - Jan. 1
