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Movie Review: 'Drop' doesn't phone it in

It’s oddly comforting that a movie can still dial M when it wants to

ABC News - 1d

Trump’s Trade War With China Is Now Hurting Hollywood—and US Soft Power

On Thursday, Chinese officials retaliated against President Donald Trump’s tariffs by imposing new restrictions on US movies. That’s a big blow to America’s cultural cachet in the nation.

Wired - 16h

The 24 Best Movies on Apple TV+ Right Now (April 2025)

The Gorge, Number One on the Call Sheet, and Blitz are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Apple TV+ this month.

Wired - 13h

Cash App owner Block pays $40 million in settlement over 'serious compliance deficiencies'

New York state’s top financial regulator struck a $40 million settlement with Block Inc., the parent of Cash App, over anti-money laundering failures.

NBC News - 7h

The scrupulously realistic 'Warfare' takes aim at the combat movie

Filmmaker Alex Garland follows up "Civil War" with a second apolitical thriller, this one co-directed by a military veteran, Ray Mendoza, who lived it.

Los Angeles Times - 16h

Private equity’s next big conquest

Plus, Byju’s creditors go after the fallen edtech founders in US court and the chair of UBS scorns Switzerland’s proposed capital rules

Financial Times - 4h

BYU holds off Utah comeback in Game 1 of Big 12 three-game series

Thursday’s Big 12 matchup between the Utes and Cougars at Smith’s Ballpark marked the first conference game between the two rivals since 2011 when both schools were members of the Mountain West. ...

Yahoo Sports - 3h

Arizona Cardinals tried trading for Calais Campbell last year

When Campbell was on the trade block in Miami last year, the Cardinals wanted to trade for him.

Yahoo Sports - 5h

Why Senior VC Partners Are Leaving Big Firms for Smaller Funds

With large venture capital firms operating more like asset managers, increasing numbers of senior partners are leaving to join smaller, more nimble funds—or start their own.

Inc. - 1d

Gujarat goes top of the Indian Premier League with a big win over Rajasthan

Batter Sai Sudharsan and bowler Prasidh Krishna have led Gujarat Titans to a 58-run victory over Rajasthan Royals as the 2022 champions notched their fourth straight win in the Indian Premier ...

ABC News - 1d

Florida baseball takes Game 1 of big series against Missouri

Florida jumped out to a 6-0 lead in the first inning, and cruised from there to take Game 1 of an important series against Missouri.

Yahoo Sports - 6h

The big lesson for Europe? Trump backed down under pressure | Alexander Hurst

The EU neither ‘kissed ass’ nor unleashed its most powerful trade weapon. Now it must provide the world with an alternative to US chaos. . . My condolences to everyone who spent days trying to play ...

The Guardian - 4h

Hansi Flick’s big decision: Two Barcelona veterans await his call

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is entering a crucial period, with the imminent return of Marc-Andre ter Stegen adding a layer of complexity to his decision-making. It must be noted that after an ...

Yahoo Sports - 2h

Colts cut kicker Gay two years after big contract

The Colts released kicker Matt Gay on Thursday, two years after signing him to a four-year, $22.5 million contract.

ESPN - 1h

Prada to Buy Versace for Nearly $1.4 Billion

The deal is a big bet on the value of “Made In Italy.”

The New York Times - 19h

Johni Broome issues statement on NBA draft after All-American season at Auburn

Broome was a consensus first-team All-American, averaging 18.6 points, 10.8 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 2.1 blocks on 51% shooting from the field.

Yahoo Sports - 4h

Olympic women's soccer tournament to get more teams than men's for first time in 2028 in Los Angeles

Score it a big win for women’s soccer at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

ABC News - 1d

Silicon Valley stands to lose from a trade war

Big Tech’s interests are in stark contrast to the movement that put Trump in the White House

Financial Times - 14h

Starlings disappearing from gardens, says RSPB

The Big Garden Birdwatch survey recorded the lowest ever numbers of starlings this year.

BBC News - 6h

Will Poulter, a shape-shifter who does much with little, is getting too good to sideline

The London-born actor is distinctive in a flurry of recent work, including the movies 'Warfare' and 'Death of a Unicorn,' plus a new episode of 'Black Mirror.'

Los Angeles Times - 2d

Trump tariffs are another nail in the coffin for Hollywood in China

Chinese bloggers report Xi Jinping's government is considering a ban on Hollywood movies. That would drag entertainment companies to the front lines of the trade war.

Los Angeles Times - 2d

Stunt Design Becomes a New Oscars Award Category

Movies that are released in 2027 will be the first ones eligible for the new category honoring the people who make some of the most audience-pleasing moments.

The New York Times - 9h

Top Pro Bono Leader Resigns from Paul Weiss, a Firm Hit in Trump’s Crackdown on Big Law

Steven Banks, who once ran New York’s social services department, said he wanted to return to helping the homeless. He leaves within weeks of the elite firm striking a deal with President Trump.

The New York Times - 1d