A U.S. District Judge has issued a 14-day pause on the proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance, following a lawsuit from 12 state attorneys general led by California's Rob Bonta. The lawsuit alleges the merger would harm competition in film distribution and cable licensing, a claim Paramount disputes.
Gen Z is driving a revival of independent movie theaters, drawn to lo-fi experiences and human-curated programming. These cinemas are seeing a surge in attendance, with many new patrons discovering them in the last three years.
An 85-year-old AMC theater worker in Tennessee, Mary Ellen Eron, received over $146,000 from a viral GoFundMe campaign launched by a stranger who was inspired by her dedication to her job. The fundraiser, initiated by Brooklyn Green, garnered over 7,500 donations in 48 hours, aiming to help Eron enjoy a deserved retirement.
A man in his 20s was arrested and sent to prosecutors for secretly filming women in a movie theater restroom in Cheongju, South Korea. He was disguised as a woman and had over 100 illegal recordings on his phone.
High gas prices, exacerbated by US involvement in a conflict with Iran, are impacting truck drivers and the broader economy. Analysts predict prices will remain elevated, affecting upcoming US midterm elections and voter sentiment towards the Trump administration.
High gas prices, exacerbated by US actions against Iran, are straining truckers and impacting voter sentiment ahead of US midterm elections. Drivers face significant increases in fuel costs, affecting their livelihoods and potentially influencing election outcomes.
Amazon Prime's debut NBA playoff broadcast was plagued by technical issues and a lack of engaging content, contrasting sharply with traditional linear TV coverage. The move to streaming fragments the viewing experience and raises access concerns.
About 422 indie bookshops opened in 2025, up 31%, defying predictions of retail consolidationFor years now, we have heard that Amazon and the big chains are crushing small businesses, but independent bookstores are suddenly making a comeback.About 422 new indie bookshops opened in 2025, according to the American Booksellers Association, a 31% rise from 2024. Countless independent restaurants, coffee shops, fitness centers, movie theaters, clothing stores and other small businesses also continue to thrive even in this era of ever-bigger retailers, fast-casual restaurants and massive e-commerce platforms. Continue reading...
