YTD Box Office down Nearly 50% from Pre-Pandemic Levels
Compared to the same dates in 2020 (last January and February before the pandemic), box office revenue in 2024 is down nearly 50 percent. “Through the first three days of President’s Day weekend, the box office revenue for films that were widely released in theaters was $764.1 million, down 15% from the same period last […]
Kemi Badenoch accuses Post Office chair she sacked of seeking revenge | Post Office Horizon scandal
Kemi Badenoch has accused the postmaster general she sacked of a “blatant attempt at revenge” after he made explosive claims about the government’s handling of the Horizon scandal. The business secretary launched a wide-ranging attack on Henry Stanton in the Commons on Monday, claiming he was being investigated for bullying when she sacked him. The […]
Former Post Office chair says he was told to stall Horizon compensation payouts | Post Office Horizon scandal
The former Postal Service Commissioner said he was instructed by senior civil servants to postpone compensation payments to post office operators so that the government could “drag its feet” ahead of the general election. Henry Stanton, who was sacked by Business Minister Kemi Badenoch last month amid outrage over the Horizon scandal, said the request […]
‘Everybody Is Afraid’: Biden Opioid Office Run By ‘Prima Donna’ Who Has Staffers Running For The Exits, Report Alleges
The director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) has created a “toxic” work environment and is overly concerned with public profile, according to multiple former and current officials who spoke to Politico. Dr. Rahul Gupta, who runs ONDCP, has been described as a “prima donna” by former and current ONDCP […]
Prosecutor For Fani Willis’ Office Accuses Nathan Wade’s Former Law Partner Of Lying Under Oath
Attorneys representing Fulton County District Attorney Fannie Willis’ office accused Nathan Wade’s former law partner, Terrence Bradley, of lying under oath during Friday’s hearing on Willis’ disbarment motion. . Special prosecutor Anna Cross told Judge Scott McAfee during the hearing that Mr. Bradley lied about why he left the company where he previously worked with […]
Wells Fargo consent decree eased by Office of the Comptroller of the Currency – AL.com
The Biden administration has eased some restrictions on Wells Fargo, saying the bank has sufficiently revised its toxic culture after years of scandal. Wells Fargo’s stock soared Thursday on the news, with investors speculating that the bank, which has been under heavy regulatory thumbs for years, could restore its reputation and start growing again. did. […]
‘Feminist’ Superhero ‘Madame Web’ Tanks at Box Office
A co-production between Sony and Marvel madame web Earn only $6.05 million The first day was $2.15 million and the second day was $2.15 million. This almost means fate. By Monday, this $120 million to $150 million (including promotional costs) pimp could reach $20 million. To make matters worse, moviegoers rate it with a C+ […]
NYC developer fears ‘office apocalypse,’ may put up tennis courts on leveled Hotel Pennsylvania site
The developer that demolished the landmark hotel across from Madison Square Garden has abandoned plans for a shiny new skyscraper, with interim use of recreational space that could include tennis and basketball courts. could be built – a sign of an “office apocalypse” in the commercial real estate market. Vornado Realty Trust originally planned to […]
Mattel lobbies up after ‘Barbie’ box office boon
Barbie has a new team of powerful lobbyists. Mattel, the maker of Barbie dolls, Hot Wheels and other iconic toys, hired a new lobbying firm this week, marking its return to the Washington influence game for the first time in more than three years. The toy giant hired Mellman Consulting, led by Bruce Mellman, a […]
Venezuela closes UN human rights office days after detaining lawyer | Venezuela
The Venezuelan government has ordered the local UN human rights office to cease operations and given its staff 72 hours to leave work, accusing it of promoting opposition to the South American country. Foreign Minister Ivan Gil announced the decision at a press conference in Caracas on Thursday. Gil’s announcement came on the heels of […]