As Smile 2 takes over the top spot at the box office this weekend, it is starting to sink in across the industry that defending champ Terrifier 3 has already racked up almost $30 million since its October 11 debut. After dealing an embarrassing blow to exponentially pricier rival Joker: Folie à Deux, the threequel’s economic model has put it on course to deliver a level of profit that is, well, terrifying. Cineverse, the film’s distributor, says it put just $500,000 into marketing and promotion for the release. Additional costs to acquire rights were covered by a loan of up…
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Elon Musk Spent His Teen Years Working Odd Jobs In Canada. For $18 An Hour, He’d Clean The Boiler Room With ‘No Escape’ In A Lumber MillBefore Elon Musk became the billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, he was just a teenager trying to make ends meet in Canada. His ascent to the top wasn’t easy, nor was it particularly glamorous, as evident in Ashlee Vance’s book, Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future.Don’t Miss:At 17, Musk left his home in South Africa and headed to Canada, hoping to eventually make it to the United States.…
The political action committee funded by billionaire Elon Musk to help re-elect former U.S. President Donald Trump is struggling in some swing states to meet door-knocking goals and is investigating claims that some canvassers lied about the number of voters they have contacted, according to people involved in the group’s efforts.The difficulties, in pivotal battleground states including Wisconsin and Nevada, come as the group, America PAC, races to enlist voters behind the Republican candidate in the final two weeks before the Nov. 5 election. Four people involved in the group’s outreach told Reuters that managers warned canvassers they are missing…
Lancia, once a rallying force, has seen its fortunes dwindle. Its current offering, the Ypsilon, while recently updated, lacks the excitement and diversity the brand once embodied. Rumors suggest a revival of iconic models, such as the Delta, to breathe new life into the brand. The STLA Medium platform, shared by several Stellantis models, is a potential foundation for the new Delta. This would allow Lancia to leverage the platform’s benefits while maintaining its unique identity. With a focus on electric vehicles, the Delta could be a key part of Lancia’s rejuvenation, combining heritage with modern technology. Lancia’s Delta Revival:…
The Europa Clipper, the most ambitious alien hunting mission ever undertaken, started on its journey to Jupiter’s icy moon, Europa, on October 14th, 2024. Launched atop a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, this groundbreaking spacecraft is the largest planetary exploration vessel ever constructed by humanity. Europa, one of Jupiter’s Galilean moons, has long intrigued scientists as a potential haven for extraterrestrial life due to its vast subsurface ocean, which is estimated to be twice the size of Earth’s combined oceans. This ocean is thought to harbor organic compounds and energy sources, the essential ingredients for life…
NAPLES (Reuters) – U.S. Defense Secretary LLoyd Austin said on Saturday he could not confirm reports that North Korea has sent troops to Russia ahead of what could be a deployment to the war in Ukraine, but added such a move would be concerning, if true. South Korea’s spy agency said on Friday that North Korea has shipped 1,500 special forces troops to Russia’s Far East for training and acclimatizing at local military bases and will likely be deployed for combat in the war in Ukraine. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy accused North Korea on Thursday of deploying officers alongside Russia…
Jordan Raanan, ESPN Staff WriterOct 19, 2024, 06:00 AM ETCloseJordan Raanan is a reporter for NFL Nation at ESPN. Raanan covers the New York Giants. You can follow him via Twitter @JordanRaanan.EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The New York Giants’ defense didn’t have outside linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux on Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals. Yet, it didn’t seem to slow it.Thibodeaux’s fill-in, Azeez Ojulari, was constantly in the backfield. He had two sacks and six pressures, which tied for most of any player in Week 6. On the other side, outside linebacker Brian Burns had four pressures and two tackles for loss.…
Despite a strong showing in the US market, Toyota is eager to solidify its position and potentially overtake General Motors as the top selling automaker. While their upcoming 2025 Highlander Hybrid Limited 25th Edition and all new Toyota 4Runner are promising, some believe that a new passenger car could give them the extra edge they need. Inspired by the discontinued Avalon, digital car enthusiasts have envisioned a 2025 Toyota Avalon revival. This full size sedan, once a flagship model in several markets, could offer a unique and luxurious option for Toyota customers. Toyota’s Potential Avalon Revival: A Full Size Sedan…
Rivian is getting into the Halloween spirit with a fun series of software updates starting October 18. These updates, called “Car Costumes,” will add playful themes that transform the car’s display, sound, and lighting when parked. The new feature includes three different “costumes” inspired by popular films and TV shows, giving Rivian drivers a fun way to celebrate the spooky season. One of the highlights is the “Knight Rider” theme, where Rivian owners can transform their vehicle into the iconic K.I.T.T. car from the 1980s TV show. When activated through the Rivian app, the Gear Guard mascot dresses up like…
NAPLES, Italie (Reuters) – Les ministres de la Défense du Groupe des sept (G7) ont apporté samedi leur soutien à la marche “irréversible de l’Ukraine vers une pleine intégration euro-atlantique, y compris l’adhésion à l’Otan”. “Nous soulignons notre intention de continuer à fournir une assistance à l’Ukraine, y compris une assistance militaire à court et à long terme” pour l’aider à faire face à la guerre d’agression de la Russie, ont déclaré les ministres dans un communiqué à l’issue de leur réunion à Naples. L’Italie assure la présidence du G7 cette année. Outre les ministres de la Défense des six…