In a remarkable twist, a former weapons engineer has emerged as the unexpected connection between Warner Bros.’ beloved “Barbie” and Universal’s captivating “Oppenheimer.” Amidst the frenzy surrounding these two summer blockbusters, which seemingly couldn’t be more different — one a whimsical tale centered around the iconic Barbie doll, the other an extraordinary account of the
The Venice International Film Festival has recently revealed the film that will bring the event to a close in September. Titled “La Sociedad de la nieve” or “Society of the Snow,” this gripping film directed by J.A. Bayona tells a harrowing story of survival in the harshest of conditions. A Tragic Event The film is
The recent string of gains in the market may face a potential setback as traders prepare for a significant Federal Reserve meeting and the start of earnings season. The Dow Jones Industrial Average managed to achieve a 10-day winning streak, thanks to soft inflation reports and the growing excitement surrounding artificial intelligence. However, the market
The shares of electric automaker Tesla experienced a significant drop of nearly 10% on Thursday. This decline came as investors became disenchanted with the imprecise remarks made by CEO Elon Musk and other executives regarding the company’s latest vehicle, the Cybertruck, as well as their plans for a robotaxi-ready car. The performance on this particular
The outcome of three crucial by-elections in Uxbridge and South Ruislip, Selby and Ainsty, and Somerton and Frome, is eagerly anticipated as polling stations have closed. These constituencies were left vacant by former Conservative MPs Boris Johnson, Nigel Adams, and David Warburton, who has been sitting as an independent since last year. However, the Conservative
The Federal Reserve has recently introduced its FedNow instant-payments service, which aims to enhance the flow of cash for businesses and individuals. After several years of development, officials believe that this system will enable faster and more convenient everyday payments, such as immediate access to paychecks, last-minute bill payments, and government payments. Fed Chair Jerome
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) has initiated talks with 60 companies to explore the development of a digital yen, joining other central banks worldwide in their efforts to introduce digital currencies for retail use. In a statement, the central bank revealed that the discussions would cover a range of topics, including the technological and business
The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is marching forward despite the industry strikes that have gripped Hollywood. In an interview with Deadline, TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey expressed his confidence in the festival’s upcoming line-up, stating, “TIFF is on. Our dates are the same, the films are coming.” As the film festival troika of Toronto, Telluride,
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IBM, the multinational technology company, announced its second-quarter earnings on Wednesday, surpassing analysts’ estimates and experiencing an expansion in its gross margin. Although the company fell short of consensus revenue estimates, shares of IBM remained relatively stable during extended trading following the report. According to Refinitiv, IBM reported adjusted earnings of $2.18 per share, exceeding