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26, 2024
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Dana
White Contender Series (UFC) broadcast today/tonight
via ESPN.
WWE
Raw: New Intercontinental Champion Jey Uso.
Netflix:
'Mr. McMahon' docu-series due to hit 'Big N' around
the time you read this in most global markets; Vince
McMahon requests "open mind" and cites "distorts
the viewers perception"
Media
And Entertainment Industry: Global Layoffs Continue:
Big end of town, medium through to smaller operations.
A.I, M&A and overall cost cutting cited as some
of the numerous reasons.
News
Corp - Rupert Murdoch Family Dynasty. Real life 'Succession'
meetings occuring at Washoe County Courthouse, Reno,
Nevada, with Rupert Murdoch, other key family members
and legal representatives. Re restructuring of Murdoch
Family Trust. $19bn trust! 7 blacked out SUV's pulled
up ... Some documents unsealed via The New York Times.
Box
Office Movies (North America)
1.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - $26m
2.
Transformers One - $25m
3.
Speak No Evil - $5.9m
Combat
Sports News
MMA:
UFC Fight Night: France. September 29
WWE
NXT. Florida. Broadcast today. WWE and TNA Wrestling
collaboration and appearances tipped and ongoing!
WWE
SmackDown - September 27. Oklahoma City
WWE
Bad Blood - October 5. Atlanta, Georgia. Cody Rhodes
and Roman Reigns vs The Bloodline (Solo Sikoa and
Jacob Fatu)
UFC
307 - October 6. Salt Lake City, Utah
Netflix:
Queen Of The Villains based on Dump Matsumoto and
Japanese pro wrestling industry continues to impress
both new and more experienced and knowledgeable audiences.
Netflix:
Terminator: Zero gets big thumbs up. Adult supervision
recommended!
News
Media And Politics: Distrust in sectors at all time
and and for good reason: Media Man Group.
YouTube
And Netflix in battle for same and similar type audiences;
Household continue to "cut the cord"! YouTube
making viewer friendly changes to web interface with
TV broadcast audiences in mind. Remaining smartphone
friendly.
Online
Newspapers Continue To Order Subscribers Significant
Discounts To Retain Readership Numbers.
Pro
Wrestling: Numerous World Class Wrestlers Tipped To
Appear On WWE TV in near future. The names Lucha Bros
and Motor City Machine Guns keep coming up!
Niche
Audiences With Some Scoops And Inside Intel helps
success of online based media companies; High traffic
websites and solid social media performance key elements
of success.
Blockchain/Crypto:
Celebs And Brands Keep Experimenting With Memecoins!
Not many will enjoy a Doge/Musk And/Or Logan Paul
type profile! ... for better or worse! Logan Paul
back to family matters and worldwide audiences yearning
for LP return to WWE rings already! Cheers with Prime!
Markets
and Commodities
October
10, 2024
Australian
Dollar: $0.6710 USD (down $0.0040 USD)
Iron
Ore Nov Spot Price (SGX): $105.15 USD (unchanged -
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Bitcoin:
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Dow
Jones: 42,512.00 at 4.20pm NY time (up 431.63 points
on yesterday's close)
Markets
and Commodities
October
4, 2024
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Ore Nov Spot Price (SGX): $108.75 USD (down $0.20
USD)
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Gold
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Bitcoin:
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Dow
Jones: 42,011.59 (down 184.93 points on yesterday's
close)
Market,
Commodities and Financial News
Snapshot
via Media Man
October
4, 2024
ASX
futures down 33 points or 0.4% to 8209 near 6am AEST
AUD
-0.6% to $US68.44¢
Bitcoin
+1.3% to $US60,954
Dow
-0.6%
S&P
-0.4%
Nasdaq
-0.3%
FTSE
-0.1%
DAX
-0.8%
CAC
-1.3%
Gold
-0.1% to $US2657.32 an ounce
Brent
oil +5.2% to $US77.77 a barrel
Iron
ore +0.6% to $US108.75 a tonne
Movie
Box Office (North America)
October
6, 2024
1.
Joker: Folie à Deux - $40m
2.
The Wild Robot - $18.7m
3.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - $10.3m
4.
Transformers One - $5.4m
4.
Devara Part 1 - $5.6m
5.
Speak No Evil - $2.8m
6.
Sam and Colby - $1.8m
7.
White Bird - $1.53m
8.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $1.52m
9.
The Substance - $1.3m
10.
Megalopolis - $1.1m
others
...
My
Old Ass
Never
Let Go
Am
I Racist
Reagan
Jung
Kook: I Am Still
Alien:
Romulus
The
Killer's Game
It
Ends with Us
The
Forge
God's
Not Dead: In God We Trust
Twisters
Blink
Twice
Despicable
Me 4
Afraid
Inside
Out 2
Coraline
The
Crow
Trap
Stree
2
Borderlands
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
September
29, 2024
1.
Wild Robot - $35m
2.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - $16m
3.
Transformers One - $9.3m
4.
Devara Part 1 - $5.6m
5.
Speak No Evil - $4.3m
6.
Megalopolis - $4m
7.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $2.79m
8.
My Old Ass - $2.2m
9.
Never Let Go - $2.2m
10.
The Substance - $1.6m
others
Am
I Racist
Reagan
Jung
Kook: I Am Still
Alien:
Romulus
The
Killer's Game
It
Ends with Us
The
Forge
God's
Not Dead: In God We Trust
Twisters
Blink
Twice
Despicable
Me 4
Afraid
Inside
Out 2
Coraline
The
Crow
Trap
Stree
2
Borderlands
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
September 22, 2024
1.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - $26m
2.
Transformers One: - $25m
3.
Speak No Evil - $5.9m
4.Never
Let Go - $4.5m
5.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $3.9m
6.
The Substance - $3.1m
7.
Am I Racist - $2.5m
8.
Reagan - $1.7m
9.
Jung Kook: I Am Still - $1.4m
10.
Alien: Romulus - $1.3m
others
...
The
Killer's Game
It
Ends with Us
The
Forge
od's
Not Dead: In God We Trust
Twisters
Blink
Twice
Despicable
Me 4
Afraid
Inside
Out 2
Coraline
The
Crow
Trap
Stree
2
Borderlands
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
September
15, 2024
1.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - $51.6m
2.
Speak No Evil - $11.5
3.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $5.2m
4.
Am I Racist - $4.8m
5.
Reagan - $3m
6.
The Killer's Game - $2.6m
7.
Alien: Romulus - $2.4m
8.
It Ends with Us - $2.3m
9.
The Forge - $2m
10.
God's Not Dead: In God We Trust - $1.5m
others
...
Twisters
Blink
Twice
Despicable
Me 4
Afraid
Inside
Out 2
Coraline
The
Crow
Trap
Stree
2
Borderlands
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
Combat
Sports
UFC
308 UFC
307
UFC
308 (Wikipedia)
UFC
307 (Wikipedia)
UFC
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And Sports Promoters Win The Grapple With The Web:
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UFC
UFC 308 Anticipation
UFC
308, scheduled for next month in Abu Dhabi, has generated
significant excitement among fans following the release
of its official poster. The event features notable
fighters including Khamzat Chimaev, whose participation
is of particular interest due to his past health challenges.
The poster has been widely praised for its design,
with many considering it one of the best in UFC history,
although the absence of women's fights has sparked
some debate. Overall, UFC 308 is anticipated to be
a highlight of the year, highlighted by its strong
lineup and the return to Abu Dhabi. (Grok)
News
UFC
308 Poster Reception
The
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is set to host
UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi on October 26, 2024, marking
another significant international event for the organization.
The event has sparked considerable excitement among
MMA fans, primarily due to the release of its official
poster, which has received widespread acclaim for
its design. Fans and commentators have praised the
poster online, with many expressing high expectations
for the fight card, suggesting it could be one of
the best of the year. The anticipation for UFC 308
not only highlights the event's high-profile nature
but also underscores UFC's ongoing global expansion
and its strong presence in the United Arab Emirates.
(Grok)
News
Anticipation
for UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi
The
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is set to host
UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi on October 26, 2024, generating
significant excitement among fans. The event's official
poster has been praised for its design, with many
fans and commentators expressing high enthusiasm for
the upcoming fights. Discussions have highlighted
anticipation for performances by fighters like Khamzat
Chimaev, with some fans expressing concerns about
potential withdrawals due to health issues. The event
is viewed as a showcase of UFC's international presence,
particularly in the UAE, and is considered by some
to potentially be one of the best fight cards of the
year. (Grok)
Official
Websites
UFC
http://ufc.com
UFC
308
http://ufc.com/event/ufc-308
UFC
YouTube
http://youtube.com/UFC
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New
Cyberpunk Animated Series on Netflix
Based
on the latest information available up to September
19, 2024, Netflix, in collaboration with CD Projekt
Red, has confirmed the development of a new animated
project within the Cyberpunk universe. Here's what
we know:
Announcement:
During Geeked Week, Netflix teased this new project,
hinting at a "return to Night City," which
suggests it will be set in the same universe as "Cyberpunk:
Edgerunners" and "Cyberpunk 2077."
Project
Details: While it's confirmed to be set in the Cyberpunk
universe, specifics like whether it will be a direct
sequel or a new story entirely, akin to "Edgerunners"
but with a different narrative or characters, remain
undisclosed. There's been no confirmation if this
is an "Edgerunners Season 2," though the
nature of the announcement leaves room for speculation.
Reception
and Context: The original "Cyberpunk: Edgerunners"
series was well-received, contributing to a surge
in interest back towards "Cyberpunk 2077."
This positive reception might influence the new project's
direction, aiming to leverage the existing fanbase
while expanding the universe's lore.
Teasers
and Speculation: From posts on X (formerly Twitter),
there's excitement and speculation among fans. The
mention of "another animated series set in the
Cyberpunk 2077 universe" and teases about exploring
new stories in Night City suggest a continuation or
expansion of the thematic elements fans enjoyed in
"Edgerunners."
Release
Information: As of now, no release date or further
detailed plot information has been shared. Netflix
and CD Projekt Red have promised more details at a
later date, keeping the community in anticipation.
This
new venture into the Cyberpunk animated series by
Netflix represents a commitment to exploring more
narratives within this dystopian world, potentially
tapping into different aspects of Night City's lore,
characters, or even new tech developments within its
universe. While fans eagerly await more concrete details,
the announcement itself has reignited discussions
and excitement around what new stories might unfold
in one of the most visually and narratively rich settings
in recent sci-fi history. (Grok)
News
Squid
Game Season 2 Premiere Date
"Squid
Game" Season 2 is set to premiere on December
26, 2024, on Netflix. This information was confirmed
through multiple sources, including official announcements
and teasers released by Netflix during their Geeked
Week event, as well as posts on X (formerly known
as Twitter) from various users sharing the premiere
date. The season continues the story with Lee Jung-jae
reprising his role as Seong Gi-hun, diving back into
the deadly games with new twists and returning characters.
(Grok)
News
Bridgerton
Season 3 Dominates Netflix
Bridgerton
Season 3 has emerged as the most consumed series on
Netflix in the first half of 2024, amassing 733.8
million hours viewed. This season, focusing on the
romance between Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton,
has captivated audiences, leading to widespread acclaim
and discussions about its popularity and narrative.
Fans have particularly celebrated the fulfillment
of Penelope's lifelong dream to be with Colin, highlighting
emotional moments like their wedding and Penelope's
voiceover in the final scene. Despite some criticism
regarding the inclusion of certain scenes, the season's
success is evident, with many expressing their ongoing
affection for the characters and the show's romantic
and dramatic elements. (Grok)
News
Wednesday
Season 2 First Look Revealed.
The
latest on "Wednesday Season 2" includes
a behind-the-scenes first look that was revealed as
part of Netflix's Geeked Week celebrations, indicating
the series will return in 2025. Here's what's known:
First
Look: Fans have been treated to behind-the-scenes
footage featuring the cast, including Jenna Ortega
as Wednesday Addams, providing a glimpse into what's
coming in the new season. This footage emphasizes
that Season 2 will be "bigger and more twisted,"
promising a deeper dive into the horror elements of
the series,
Cast
and Crew: Returning cast members include Jenna Ortega,
Luis Guzmán, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Emma Myers,
and more, under the direction of Tim Burton for at
least part of the season. The show also features new
cast members and promises to expand on the existing
characters' stories.
Plot
Teases: While specific plot details are being kept
under wraps, Jenna Ortega has hinted at incredible
set pieces, suggesting visually richer environments
or significant events that might tie into unresolved
cliffhangers from Season 1, like the transformation
and fate of Tyler.
Themes
and Tone: There's an indication that Season 2 will
continue to focus on Wednesday's journey of self-discovery
and her relationship dynamics, particularly her attempt
to carve out her path away from her family's influence.
Additionally, the emphasis will be on horror over
romance, aligning with Ortega's comments about avoiding
forced romantic narratives.
Production:
Filming for Season 2 commenced in May 2024, with locations
including Ireland, signaling a potentially broader
or different setting for some of the storylines.
Release:
The series is set to return in 2025, maintaining the
suspense and anticipation among fans who are eager
for more of Wednesday Addams's dark-hearted adventures
at Nevermore Academy and beyond.
The
excitement around "Wednesday" Season 2 is
palpable, with fans and critics alike looking forward
to how the series will expand on its established gothic
universe while introducing new elements of horror
and mystery. (Grok)
News
Based
on the information available up to September 19, 2024,
here are some updates and insights regarding Netflix:
Pricing
and Plans: Netflix offers several subscription tiers,
with the most basic ad-supported plan starting at
$6.99 per month, which allows streaming on two devices
in 1080p. The ad-free plans include Standard for $15.49
per month, which also supports streaming on two devices
at 1080p, and Premium for $22.99 per month, which
ups the ante to four simultaneous streams at 4K resolution.
There's also an option to add extra member slots for
an additional cost.
Content
Updates: Netflix continues to add new TV shows, movies,
and original content regularly. Recent or upcoming
releases as of September 2024 include a variety of
genres from survival dramas to supernatural horror,
indicating Netflix's broad content strategy remains
intact.
Event
and Announcements: There was an event around the time
of inquiry where Netflix planned to reveal updates
on several highly anticipated series such as "One
Piece Season 2", "Wednesday Season 2",
"Black Mirror Season 7", "Squid Game
Season 2", "Stranger Things", a "Devil
May Cry" anime, and "Avatar: The Last Airbender
Season 2". This event underscores Netflix's commitment
to both continuing popular series and exploring new
avenues like anime.
User
Interaction and Features: Netflix provides a service
where content can be downloaded for offline viewing,
which is particularly useful for viewers on the go
or in areas with unreliable internet. The platform's
user interface also includes features like profiles
for kids with parental controls, and recommendations
that improve with more viewing data.
Market
Sentiment and Discussions: From X posts, there's considerable
excitement and discussion around Netflix's content
strategy, with users and media outlets focusing on
new releases, price changes, and the platform's approach
to both original content and licensed material.
Cost
Considerations: There's mention in discussions about
how Netflix's cost has nearly doubled for some users,
reflecting the ongoing debate on the value of streaming
services versus their cost, which might influence
subscriber behavior and expectations for content quality
and quantity.
Subscription
Model: Netflix emphasizes its month-to-month subscription
model, which allows users to cancel anytime without
long-term contracts or cancellation fees, providing
flexibility which is often appreciated in the dynamic
streaming market.
Given
these points, Netflix in 2024 continues to evolve,
focusing on a diverse content library, enhancing user
experience through technology and personalization,
while facing the usual industry challenges like pricing
satisfaction and content competition. The platform's
strategy appears to blend global appeal with niche
interests, aiming to cater to a broad audience while
also pushing the boundaries with original programming.
(Grok)
Media
Man Editors: Massive few months for Netflix. Also
mark down Terminator: Zero, The Queen Of The Villains
and Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson (November 2024). And don't
forget WWE Raw hits Netflix in January 2025. And even
the official WWE Vault YouTube channel has plugged
Netflix, and specifically "Dump", while
uploading some classic Japanese pro wrestling matches
to their own platforms.
Websites
Netflix
http://netflix.com
Netflix:
TUDUM
http://netflix.com/tudum
Netflix
YouTube
http://youtube.com/@Netflix
Movie
Box Office (North America)
September
15, 2024
1.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - $51.6m
2.
Speak No Evil - $11.5
3.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $5.2m
4.
Am I Racist - $4.8m
5.
Reagan - $3m
6.
The Killer's Game - $2.6m
7.
Alien: Romulus - $2.4m
8.
It Ends with Us - $2.3m
9.
The Forge - $2m
10.
God's Not Dead: In God We Trust - $1.5m
others
...
Twisters
Blink
Twice
Despicable
Me 4
Afraid
Inside
Out 2
Coraline
The
Crow
Trap
Stree
2
Borderlands
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
Markets
and Commodities
September
11, 2024
Australian
Dollar: $0.6650 USD (down $0.0010 USD)
Iron
Ore Oct Spot Price (SGX): $91.00 USD (down $1.35 USD)
Oil
Price (WTI): $66.31 USD (down $2.49 USD)
Gold
Price: $2,516.51 USD (up $11.13 USD
Copper
Price (CME): $4.1050 USD (down 0.0365 USD)
Bitcoin:
$57,669.72 USD (down 0.38% in last 24 hours)
Dow
Jones: 40,736.96 at 4.59pm NY time (down 92.63 points
on yesterday's close)
Streaming
Industry News
Olympics
fuels US TV viewership in August
September
2024
US Television viewing in August was boosted by the
2024 Paris Olympics, according to The Gauge report
from Nielsen. The Summer Games had the most notable
impact on broadcast viewership, notching growth levels
more typical for September with increases of 8 per
cent versus July and 11.7 per cent year over year.
The broadcast category ultimately accounted for 22
per cent of TV in August, and when looking week-by-week,
its share peaked during the first week of the interval
with 24.3 per cent of TV.
On
the streaming side, Peacock offered broad Olympics
coverage to complement linear offerings, the success
of which was demonstrated by a monthly viewership
increase of 39 per cent for the streaming service
overall, and nearly double the amount of viewers aged
35-49. These factors helped lift Peacock from a 1.5
per cent share of TV in July to a new platform-best
2.1 per cent share in August (+0.6 pts.). It also
makes Peacock only the third streaming platform this
year to record a 0.5 point share increase or more
on a monthly basis, in addition to YouTube (February
and July) and Netflix (June).
Olympics
programming on NBC drew millions of viewers in both
primetime and daytime windows. Across all of NBC’s
Olympics telecasts that aired during the August interval,
32 of them totaled more than 5 million viewers, and
17 garnered more than 10 million viewers. Moreover,
Olympics telecasts on NBC notched the top 19 broadcast
telecasts of the month. Leading the charge with 17.9
million viewers was NBC’s July 30th primetime
programme that highlighted Simone Biles and the US
women’s gymnastics team winning gold in the team
competition, as well as four American medals in swimming
and the dramatic bronze-medal victory by the US women’s
rugby team.
From a total television usage perspective, August
levels were even with July. However, a year-over-year
comparison revealed a larger imbalance, as usage this
month was up 3.5 per cent versus August 2023. A notable
year-over-year difference was also evident among broadcast
program genres, with broadcast sports programme viewership
up 239 per cent over August 2023, further illustrating
the impact of the Games on the overall TV landscape.
Like
the broadcast category, cable also exhibited a peak
viewing week that coincided with a major TV event.
The Democratic National Convention aired for four
nights across multiple networks during the final week
of the August interval, and during that week, cable’s
share of television climbed to 27.9 per cent. The
DNC also contributed to the top cable programmes in
August, with MSNBC receiving most of the benefits.
MSNBC owned the top 11 cable telecasts of the month,
and 14 of the top 15. ESPN’s coverage of the
Florida State vs Georgia Tech football matchup snagged
the 12th spot. In the end, cable viewing was down
2 per cent from July and finished the month with 26.3
per cent of TV.
After
several consecutive remarkable months, the streaming
category had a softer month in August from a content
perspective, but remained the clear winner overall
with 41 per cent of TV (down 1 per cent, -0.4 pts.).
Only one original programme broke into the month’s
top 10 – The Umbrella Academy on Netflix totaled
3.9 billion viewing minutes – while the rest
went to acquired titles including Prison Break, which
led the way with 5.4 billion minutes across Netflix
and Paramount+. Bluey on Disney+ generated over 4
billion viewing minutes to secure the second most
watched streaming title this month. The animated Australian
import helped drive an 8 per cent increase for the
streamer, as Disney+ reached a platform high of 2.3
per cent of TV in August. Some of the 8 per cent boost
can also be attributed to Hulu content available within
the Disney+ platform to certain package subscribers.
YouTube
won the month among streaming services for the 19th
consecutive interval, posting another category and
platform best in August with 10.6 per cent of TV.
Compared with August 2023, YouTube has the largest
year-over-year difference in share for any streaming
platform and has added 1.5 points to its share of
TV (9.1 per cent to 10.6 per cent). Meanwhile, the
overall streaming category has gained 2.7 points YoY
and is up 11 per cent versus August 2023. (Wires)
Market,
Commodities and Financial News
Snapshot
via Media Man
September
11, 2024
ASX
futures down 3 points or 0.04% to 7997 near 6am AEST
AUD
-0.1% to 66.58 US cents
Bitcoin
+1.4% to $US57,885
Dow
-0.3%
S&P
+0.4%
Nasdaq
+0.8%
FTSE
-0.8%
DAX
-1.0%
CAC
-0.2%
Gold
+0.3% to $US2514.88 an ounce
Brent
oil -3.2% to $US69.52 a barrel
Iron
ore -0.8% to $US91.00 a tonne
Noche
UFC aka UFC 306
Combat
Sports
UFC
Noche aka UFC 306
The
Sphere
Las Vegas, Nevada
September
13, 2024
Video
Highlights
Dana
White Post-Fight Press
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKNLWJXHP18
UFC
306: Post-Fight Press Conference
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDNl6M0WeVQ
Diego
Lopes Post-Fight Press Conference | UFC 306
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oapas9F-bec&t=3s
MEXICO
TODAY AND TOMORROW – Chapter Six | UFC 306
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9HpN4_tZb4
Directed
by Paul Trillo, Studio: Factory Fifteen The final
chapter envisions a future Mexico—a city and
civilization evolving from its rich lineage, as its
people propel their culture forward into eternity.
Chris O’Reilly, Co-Founder & ECD of Nexus
Studios, remarks: “The Sphere is the most exciting
screen in the world to be creating stories for right
now. It’s been an incredible journey collaborating
with the visionary Carlos López Estrada and
a host of exceptionally talented directors, designers,
VFX artists, and technical teams to bring this project
to life. This venue pushes the boundaries of immersive
storytelling, and we can’t wait for audiences
to experience the innovation and creativity that have
gone 25 into making this a reality.” (Credit:
UFC)
FIGHTERS
& HEROES – Chapter Five | UFC 306
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dB5h_kGj48
Directed
by Shynola, Studio: Nexus Studios. Spanning from the
origins of Mexico's history to the present, iconic
figures—from ancient leaders to modern sports
heroes—embody the relentless spirit that defines
the nation’s identity. Shynola, Director at Nexus
Studios, shared: “Crafting a film for Sphere
is truly unlike anything we’ve made before. The
screen fills your field of vision, which means it
has a filmic language all its own unique to this venue.
That’s been both a challenge and a lot of fun:
thinking about shots, composition, lighting, and movement
in new ways to play with and fully utilize this incredible
screen so the audience has the best experience. Sphere
has given us a special opportunity to tell the story
in a new, astounding way. It’s breath-taking."
(Credit: UFC)
BATTLE
FOR INDEPENDENCE – Chapter Four | UFC 306
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2VwMxZspaQ
Directed
by Diego Huacuja, Studio: BASA Estudios. At a defining
moment in history, Mexico stands against centuries
of colonial oppression, as the fight for independence
shatters the chains and reshapes the future. Diego
Huacuja, Director at BASA, highlights the artistic
inspiration: “As a Mexican director, this project
has been a unique challenge, particularly from a pictorial
perspective. Inspired by the greatest muralist artists
of Mexico—Diego Rivera, Juan O'Gorman, and David
Alfaro Siqueiros—we symbolized 11 years of struggle
for independence through an epic animated piece serving
as an ode to the entire movement for Mexican independence.”
(Credit: UFC)
RITUALS
& TRADITIONS – Chapter Three | UFC 306
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yo9-QYBcsms
Directed
by Paul Nicholls, Studio: Factory Fifteen. Through
the rituals and traditions of Mexico's earliest civilizations,
the essence of the ancestors lives on, immortalized
in customs that endure across generations. Paul Nichols
of Factory Fifteen describes the creative process:
“This project blended the fascinating research
of Mexican rituals and traditions with the creation
of an epic fantasy world for UFC306 inside The Sphere.
It perfectly showcases our detail-oriented maximalist
style—beginning with a single flame drawing back
through a ritualistic cave and culminating in a striking
symbol of Mexico: a colossal skull. We aimed to leave
the audience utterly awestruck.” (Credit: UFC)
EARLY
CIVILIZATIONS – Chapter Two | UFC 306
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9wJt3MW69o
Directed
by Saad Moosajee, Co-produced by Analog Studios Saad
Moosajee, a Brooklyn-based artist renowned for his
multidisciplinary approach to animation and visual
effects, transports viewers to the beginnings of Mexican
civilization. In the dawn of what we now call Mexico,
the first settlers forge a legacy of resilience, igniting
a fighting spirit that will shape the nation for centuries
to come. (Credit: UFC)
IN
THE BEGINNING – Chapter One | UFC 306
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYAgJRyh0W8
Directed
by Joe Sill and Brian Tang, Studio: Impossible Objects.
Three decades since the world first witnessed a new
era of combat, we gather where echoes of warriors
past resonate through time, honoring Mexico’s
enduring legacy. Joe Sill, Director at Impossible
Objects, emphasizes the collaboration: “This
film was an incredible collaborative opportunity to
merge the universes of Mexico’s culture, UFC’s
history, and Impossible Object’s love of world-building
into one unprecedented experience. Seeing this inside
the epic showcase of the Sphere is a breath-taking
view into what the future of storytelling may hold,
and we are thrilled to be a part of it.” (Credit:
UFC)
A
Love Letter To Mexico | UFC 306
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWoPknJquiM
Merab
Dvalishvili Octagon Interview | UFC 306
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3SsQXDulA8
Valentina
Shevchenko Octagon Interview | UFC 306
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJsJvF5eaq4
UFC
Official YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube/ufc
Media
Man Ed: Strong thumbs up. We largely agree with many
of Dana White's comments and quotes on the event,
such as "The Sphere is the star". It was
a historic happening with world class production and
a real buzz in the air, whether you were there in
person, viewing from a club in Sin City Sydney, Australia,
somewhere in the Middle East or other. The sports
and sports business world was buzzing. In a way like
say pro wrestling at the highest level, the on the
mat action is part of the equation. It's all about
the experience and sports entertainment elements to
a large degree. We popped big time for the wins by
Dvalishvili, Shevchenko and Lopes.
More
middleweights and heavyweights will have a chance
to shine at upcoming UFC major events. UFC may just
win an Emmy and/or a range of big event production
awards for this world class event. Congratulations
to those both in the around the Octagon who helped
make it a mega success. Credit where credit is due
in our estimation.
Media
Man summary: Strong thumbs up. World class production.
Very entertaining.
Results,
Review And Event Lead Up, History and Overview
Merab
Dvalishvili def Sean O’Malley by unanimous decision
(49-46, 48-47, 48-47)
Valentina
Shevchenko def Alexa Grasso by unanimous decision
(50-45, 50-45, 50-45)
Diego
Lopes def Brian Ortega by unanimous decision (30-26,
30-27, 30-27)
Esteban
Ribovics def Daniel Zellhuber by split decision (29-28,
28-29, 29-28)
Ronaldo
Rodríguez defs Ode Osbourne by unanimous decision
(29-28, 29-27, 29-27)
Norma
Dumont def Irene Aldana by unanimous decision (30-27,
30-27, 30-27)
Ignacio
Bahamondes def Manuel Torres by TKO (strikes) at 4:02
of Round 1
Ketlen
Souza def Yazmin Jauregui by submission (rear-naked
choke) at 3:02 of Round 1
Joshua
Van def Edgar Chairez by unanimous decision (29-28,
29-28, 29-28)
Raul
Rosas Jr. def Aoriqileng by unanimous decision (29-28,
29-28, 29-28)
Media
Man Ed: Strong thumbs up. We largely agree with many
of Dana White's comments and quotes on the event,
such as "The Sphere is the star". It was
a historic happening with world class production and
a real buzz in the air, whether you were there in
person, viewing from a club in Sin City Sydney, Australia,
somewhere in the Middle East or other. The sports
and sports business world was buzzing. In a way like
say pro wrestling at the highest level, the on the
mat action is part of the equation. It's all about
the experience and sports entertainment elements to
a large degree. We popped big time for the wins by
Dvalishvili, Shevchenko and Lopes.
More
middleweights and heavyweights will have a chance
to shine at upcoming UFC major events. UFC may just
win an Emmy and/or a range of big event production
awards for this world class event. Congratulations
to those both in the around the Octagon who helped
make it a mega success. Credit where credit is due
in our estimation.
The
Card
Sean
O'Malley vs Merab Dvalishvili
Alexa
Grasso vs Valentina Shevchenko
Brian
Ortega vs Diego Lopes
Daniel
Zellhuber vs Esteban Ribovics
Ronaldo
Rodríguez vs Ode Osbourne
Prelims:
Irene
Aldana vs Norma Dumont
Ignacio
Bahamondes vs Manuel Torres
Yazmin
Jauregui vs Ketlen Souza#
Edgar
Chairez vs Joshua Van
First
Prelim:
Raul
Rosas Jr. vs Aoriqileng
News
UFC
News via Grok
Sean
O'Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili for the UFC Men's Bantamweight
Championship. This fight was highly anticipated, with
O'Malley defending his title against Dvalishvili,
who was on a 10-fight winning streak.
Co-Main
Event: Alexa Grasso vs. Valentina Shevchenko in a
trilogy for the UFC Women's Flyweight Championship.
This bout aimed to settle the score after Grasso submitted
Shevchenko in their first meeting and they fought
to a draw in their rematch.
Other
Main Card Fights:
Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes at featherweight. Ortega,
known for his submission skills, faced the up-and-coming
Lopes, setting the stage for a potential title contention
if Lopes won.
Daniel Zellhuber vs. Esteban Ribovics in a lightweight
bout.
Ronaldo Rodríguez vs. Ode Osbourne at flyweight.
Preliminary
Card Highlights:
Included fights like Manuel Torres vs. Ignacio Bahamondes,
which was highlighted as one of Dana White's 'If you
don't know, now you know' fights, indicating potential
for an exciting or breakout performance.
Event
Significance: This event was not only about the fights
but also marked as the first live sporting event at
The Sphere in Las Vegas, showcasing UFC's innovation
in event presentation. The card was celebrated for
its alignment with Mexican Independence Day, featuring
a fight kit symbolizing national pride.
Broadcast
and Viewing: The event was available live on ESPN+
Pay-Per-View, with prelims starting at 7:30 pm ET
and the main card at 10 pm ET, marking the first 1080p
TV broadcast of a UFC event in ESPN history.
This
card was designed to be a spectacle, combining high-stakes
championship fights with cultural celebration, all
within a groundbreaking venue, The Sphere, making
UFC 306 a landmark event in UFC history. (Grok)
UFC
Noche News via Grok
UFC
Noche is an event that has been highlighted for its
unique setting and significant matchups, particularly
UFC 306, which took place at The Sphere in Las Vegas,
Nevada, on September 14, 2024. Here's what you need
to know based on the information available up to that
date:
Event
Significance: UFC Noche at UFC 306 was not just another
fight night; it was described as a once-in-a-lifetime
immersive sporting event, emphasizing its unique venue,
The Sphere, which adds a layer of spectacle to the
traditional UFC fight card.
Main
Event: The main event featured Sean O'Malley defending
his bantamweight title against Merab Dvalishvili.
This fight was highly anticipated due to O'Malley's
rising star status and Dvalishvili's impressive winning
streak.
Co-Main
Event: Alexa Grasso, the UFC women's flyweight champion,
was set to face Valentina Shevchenko in what would
be their third encounter. Grasso previously submitted
Shevchenko to win the title and later fought to a
split draw in their rematch.
Cultural
Celebration: The event coincides with Mexican Independence
Day, adding cultural significance, especially with
fighters like Alexa Grasso representing Mexico.
Fight
Card Highlights:
The
card included other notable fights like Irene Aldana
vs. Norma Dumont, showcasing a diverse range of talents
and styles within the UFC.
There
was also mention of Brian Ortega preparing to move
up in weight but facing challenges with the weight
cut, indicating a potential shift in his career trajectory.
Public
and Media Sentiment: From X posts, there's excitement
around the event, with fans and commentators discussing
the fights, the venue's uniqueness, and the overall
atmosphere of the event.
The use of terms like "steel cage match with
an LED exterior" humorously captures the innovative
setting of The Sphere.
Outcome:
Given the date and time provided, the outcomes of
these fights would be known by now, but for the sake
of this summary, let's focus on the anticipation and
setup rather than results, as per your instructions.
UFC
Noche, especially UFC 306, was not just about the
fights but about creating a memorable experience through
its venue, the cultural timing, and the high-stakes
matchups, particularly in the bantamweight and flyweight
divisions. This event underscores UFC's strategy to
blend sports entertainment with cultural and technological
innovation. (Grok)
News
Mexican
Independence Day News via Grok
Mexican
Independence Day is celebrated on September 16th every
year, commemorating the beginning of the Mexican War
of Independence from Spain in 1810. Here are some
key points about this significant celebration:
El
Grito de Dolores: The celebration typically begins
on the evening of September 15th with "El Grito,"
a reenactment of the famous cry for independence by
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a priest who called for
the end of Spanish rule in the early morning of September
16, 1810. This event takes place in Dolores Hidalgo,
Guanajuato, and is also reenacted by the President
of Mexico from the National Palace in Mexico City.
Celebrations:
The festivities include fireworks, parades, parties,
and patriotic events. The Mexican flag is prominently
displayed, and there are often military parades, especially
in larger cities.
Food
and Drink: Traditional Mexican foods like chiles en
nogada (which represent the colors of the Mexican
flag), mole, tamales, and traditional drinks like
atole or tequila are commonly enjoyed during this
time.
Cultural
Significance: Unlike Cinco de Mayo, which commemorates
the Mexican Army's victory over the French Empire
at the Battle of Puebla, Mexican Independence Day
is a celebration of the country's independence from
Spain, marking a pivotal moment in Mexican history
and national identity.
Parades
and Festivities: The day of September 16th itself
is filled with parades, music, dancing, and cultural
performances. Schools, towns, and cities organize
events to celebrate this national holiday.
If
you're interested in how this year's celebrations
might differ due to recent events or changes, or if
there are any special events planned for 2024, I'd
need to check more recent sources. Would you like
me to look that up for you? (Grok)
Media
Man: Much respect to all the men and women fighters
in the Octagon.
UFC
307
Movie
Box Office (North America)
September
8, 2024
1.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - $110m
2.
Deadpool and Wolverine - $7.2m
3.
Reagan - $5.2m
4.
Alien: Romulus - $3.9m
5.
It Ends with Us - $3.8m
6.
The Forge - $2.9m
7.
Twisters - $2.3m
8.
Blink Twice - $2.2m
9.
Despicable Me 4 - $1.8m
10.
The Front Room - $1.7
others
...
Afraid
Inside
Out 2
Coraline
The
Crow
Trap
Stree
2
Borderlands
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
Movie
Box Office (North America)
1.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $19.5 million
2.
Alien: Romulus - $11.5 million
3.
It Ends with Us - $9.5 million
4.
Reagan - $9.2 million
5.
Twisters $8.8 million
6.
The Forge - $6.3 million
7.
Blink Twice - $5.9 million
8.
Despicable Me 4 - $5.6 million
9.
Afraid - $4.5 million
10.
Inside Out $4 million
Streaming
TV
Streaming
Entertainment
IMDb:
Top Box Office (US)
News
Streaming
Entertainment via Grok; X TV Tipped To Eventually
Go Head To Head With YouTube, Netflix, But Will Take
Many Years To Get To That Point; Customers Waiting
To Churn/Switch. Changes Ahead For WBD, HBO, Binge,
Paramount And Many Others - Too Many To List! Media
Man Founder and Subscriber TV Veteran
Streaming
entertainment has transformed how we consume media,
offering a vast array of movies, TV shows, music,
and more directly to our devices. Here's a breakdown
of what's happening in this space as of my last update:
Major
Players:
Netflix:
Known for its original content like "Stranger
Things," "The Crown," and "Squid
Game." They've been pushing into gaming and have
been experimenting with ad-supported models.
Amazon
Prime Video: Comes with Amazon Prime membership. Notable
for "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," "The
Boys," and its integration with shopping and
other Amazon services.
Disney+:
A powerhouse for family entertainment, featuring Marvel,
Star Wars, Pixar, and classic Disney content. It's
also expanding its library with more adult-oriented
content under the Star banner in some regions.
HBO
Max: Offers premium content like "Game of Thrones,"
"Chernobyl," and a vast library of movies.
It's also known for its DC Universe shows.
Apple
TV+: While newer, it's making waves with high-quality
originals like "Ted Lasso," "The Morning
Show," and "See."
Peacock
(NBCUniversal): Provides a mix of free and premium
content, including "The Office," WWE, and
original series like "Punky Brewster."
Paramount+:
Combines CBS All Access with content from Paramount,
Nickelodeon, MTV, and more, featuring shows like "Star
Trek: Discovery" and "The Stand."
Trends
and Developments:
Original
Content: There's a massive push towards creating exclusive
content to attract subscribers. This includes movies,
series, documentaries, and even live sports.
Global
Expansion: Services are increasingly focusing on international
markets, either by offering local content or by making
their service available in more countries.
Bundling:
Companies are bundling their streaming services with
other products. For example, Disney has bundles with
Hulu and ESPN+.
Ad-Supported
Models: To combat rising costs, some platforms like
Netflix have introduced or are considering ad-supported
tiers.
Direct-to-Streaming
Releases: Movies are increasingly bypassing traditional
theatrical releases, going straight to streaming platforms,
especially noted during global health crises.
Quality
Over Quantity: While there's a lot of content, platforms
are also focusing on high-quality, award-winning productions
to stand out.
Interactive
Content: Some platforms are experimenting with interactive
movies or shows where viewers can choose the plot
direction.
Technological
Integration: Enhanced with technologies like 4K, HDR,
Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos for audio, providing
a cinematic experience at home.
Challenges:
Content
Saturation: With so many platforms, there's a risk
of content fatigue among viewers.
Churn:
Subscribers frequently switch between services based
on what's currently available, leading to high turnover.
Regulatory
Scrutiny: Issues like market dominance, content licensing,
and privacy are increasingly under regulatory lenses.
Piracy:
Despite advanced measures, piracy remains a challenge,
especially for content not easily accessible in certain
regions.
If
you're interested in a specific aspect of streaming
entertainment or want to know about recent developments
since my last update, feel free to ask! If there's
a particular service or type of content you're curious
about, I can dive deeper into those areas. (Grok)
News
Streaming
TV
Streaming
TV has revolutionized how we consume television content,
offering a vast array of shows, movies, and original
programming through internet-based platforms rather
than traditional cable or satellite TV. Here's a breakdown
of what you might be interested in regarding streaming
TV as of my last update:
Key
Players:
Netflix:
Known for its extensive library, original content
like "Stranger Things," "The Crown,"
and "Squid Game," and a global reach.
Amazon
Prime Video: Comes with an Amazon Prime subscription,
offering shows like "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,"
"The Boys," and movies, plus the integration
with shopping services.
Hulu:
Offers a mix of current TV episodes, a robust library
of older content, and originals like "The Handmaid's
Tale." It's also notable for its live TV option.
Disney+:
Focuses on family-friendly content, including Marvel,
Star Wars, Pixar, and National Geographic. Hits include
"The Mandalorian" and "WandaVision."
HBO
Max: Home to HBO's acclaimed series like "Game
of Thrones," "Chernobyl," plus a wide
range of Warner Bros. movies and new originals.
Apple
TV+: While newer, it's gaining traction with high-quality
originals like "Ted Lasso," "The Morning
Show," and "Foundation."
Peacock:
NBCUniversal's service, offering a mix of free and
premium content, including "The Office,"
"Parks and Recreation," and new originals.
Trends
and Features:
Ad-Supported
vs. Ad-Free: Many services now offer tiers where you
can choose between watching with ads for a lower price
or paying more for an ad-free experience.
Live
TV Streaming: Services like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube
TV, and Sling TV allow streaming of live broadcast
channels, appealing to sports fans and those who still
want traditional TV experiences.
Bundling:
Some platforms offer bundles with internet service
providers or other streaming services to reduce costs.
Original
Content: There's a significant push towards exclusive,
original content to differentiate services, leading
to a golden age of TV with high-quality, diverse programming.
Global
Expansion: Services are increasingly focusing on global
markets, offering localized content or subtitles/dubbing
in multiple languages.
Technological
Considerations:
4K
and HDR: Many services now offer content in 4K resolution
and HDR, enhancing viewing quality.
Offline
Viewing: Most services allow downloading content for
offline viewing, which is great for travel or areas
with poor internet.
Smart
TVs and Devices: Streaming is not just for computers
or smartphones anymore; smart TVs, streaming sticks
(like Roku, Amazon Fire Stick), and gaming consoles
have made streaming accessible on almost any screen.
Challenges:
Content
Fragmentation: With content spread across multiple
services, there's a growing issue of "streaming
fatigue" where consumers feel overwhelmed by
the number of subscriptions needed.
Price
Increases: As content quality and exclusivity rise,
so do subscription costs, leading to discussions about
the cost-effectiveness of streaming vs. traditional
cable.
Piracy:
The fragmentation and cost have somewhat revived piracy
concerns as viewers look for ways to access content
without multiple subscriptions.
If
you're looking for recommendations or have specific
questions about streaming services or shows, feel
free to ask! If there's been a significant update
or new service since my last update, you might want
to check the latest reviews or news for the most current
information. (Grok)
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Rowan who came flying in" Joe Tessitore
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the steel stairs" JT
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AEW
All Out Highlights
Based
on the information available up to September 8, 2024,
here are the highlights from AEW All Out:
MJF
vs. Daniel Garcia: The match ended with Daniel Garcia
attempting a high-risk move, a piledriver off the
ropes, showcasing a dramatic and high-stakes conclusion
to their feud.
AEW
World Championship Match: Bryan Danielson successfully
defended his title against Jack Perry. The match concluded
with Danielson hitting a series of Busaiku Knees,
with the final one leading to Perry's defeat. Post-match,
there was a significant angle where Killswitch attacked
Danielson, setting up a potential challenge by Christian
Cage, but this was thwarted by the Blackpool Combat
Club (BCC). However, the BCC, including Jon Moxley,
turned on Danielson in a shocking twist, with Moxley
even putting a plastic bag over Danielson's head until
he passed out.
Lights
Out Steel Cage Match: Adam Page and Swerve Strickland
had an extremely brutal match, described by fans and
commentators as one of the highlights of the event,
with Page ultimately winning after the referee stopped
the match due to Strickland's condition.
AEW
TBS Championship: Mercedes Mone retained her title
against Hikaru Shida, though the match was described
as underwhelming compared to other bouts on the card.
Post-Show
Reactions: The event was praised for its intensity,
particularly the Page vs. Strickland match, which
was compared to legendary hardcore matches for its
brutality. The turn of events with Bryan Danielson
and the BCC was also a major talking point, indicating
significant storyline developments.
General
Sentiment: Fans and reviewers highlighted the event
for its high stakes, dramatic finishes, and unexpected
turns, especially in the world title scene and the
lights out match, marking AEW All Out as a memorable
event in AEW's history for its storytelling and in-ring
action.
These
highlights reflect a night filled with intense wrestling
action, significant character developments, and unexpected
twists, making AEW All Out 2024 a notable event in
professional wrestling. (Grok)
News
Hangman
and Swerve's Brutal Showdown at AEW All Out
At
the AEW All Out event, the cage match between Hangman
Page and Swerve Strickland was marked by its intense
and brutal nature, drawing significant attention and
discussion for its violence and the physical endurance
displayed by both wrestlers. The match, described
as potentially career-defining, showcased high stakes
and extreme physicality, with fans and observers expressing
a mix of shock and admiration. Despite the brutality,
efforts were made to ensure safety. The event has
sparked widespread discussion regarding its impact
and the ongoing rivalry between Hangman and Swerve,
with many highlighting the match's brutality and its
implications for future encounters. (Grok)
News
MJF
Triumphs at AEW All Out
At
AEW All Out, MJF emerged victorious against Daniel
Garcia in a fiercely contested opening match, highlighted
by Garcia's aggressive start and a dramatic piledriver
from the top rope post-match. The event also showcased
a highly praised match between PAC and Will Ospreay,
celebrated for its athletic prowess and storytelling,
which received widespread acclaim. Additionally, the
tag team match featuring Willow Nightingale and Kris
Statlander was noted for its intensity. The night
concluded with a dramatic 'Final Countdown' segment,
intensifying the audience's excitement. (Grok)
Young
Bucks Retain AEW Tag Titles
At
AEW All Out, The Young Bucks successfully defended
their AEW World Tag Team Championships against Claudio
Castagnoli and Wheeler Yuta. The event was highlighted
by a critically acclaimed match between Will Ospreay
and PAC, noted for its intensity and quality. The
night began with a match between MJF and Daniel Garcia,
where MJF won after a competitive and physically demanding
contest. The event showcased several high-energy matches,
captivating the audience with the athleticism and
storytelling of professional wrestling. (Grok)
News
McCool's
Return in WWE 2K24
Michelle
McCool is featured as a playable character in "WWE
2K24," included in the game's roster as part
of the Global Superstars Pack. This pack was released
on September 18, 2024, marking her return to the WWE
video game series. She's categorized under the Legends
section, and this inclusion marks her 7th appearance
in the main WWE Games series. There has been positive
sentiment around her inclusion, with fans expressing
excitement about her return to the game on platforms
like X (formerly Twitter), where her flawless representation
both in and out of the ring has been highlighted.
(Grok)
News
Padilla's
Devastating Elbow at UFC Vegas 97
During
UFC Vegas 97, Chris Padilla executed a notable elbow
strike against his opponent, Rongzhu, which led to
significant swelling and closure of Rongzhu's eye,
forcing him to withdraw from the fight. This move
was widely recognized for its precision and impact,
showcasing Padilla's fighting prowess. The event sparked
discussions among fans and commentators who praised
the effectiveness of the strike while also expressing
concern for Rongzhu's injury. (Grok)
News
Andrade
vs Silva Highlights UFC Vegas 97
At
UFC Vegas 97, Jessica Andrade fought against Natalia
Silva in a match noted for its intensity. Silva showcased
superior speed and agility, effectively using her
footwork and combinations to outmanoeuvre Andrade,
who focused on power and pressure. Despite Andrade's
efforts, Silva's performance was highlighted for its
effectiveness in controlling the fight. The match
ended with some observers scoring it 30-27 in favor
of Silva, emphasizing her striking and defensive skills
against a formidable opponent. Additionally, the event
featured a notable incident where Chris Padilla delivered
a severe elbow strike that caused significant injury
to his opponent's eye, leading to the fight's stoppage.
(Grok)
News
UFC
Vegas 97: Natalia Silva
At
UFC Vegas 97, Natalia Silva showcased a dominant performance
against Jessica Andrade in the co-main event. Here's
a rundown based on the information available up to
September 8, 2024:
Outcome:
Natalia Silva defeated Jessica Andrade via unanimous
decision with all three judges scoring the bout 30-27
in her favor.
Performance
Highlights: Silva demonstrated exceptional striking,
keeping Andrade at bay with a variety of strikes,
including rapid punches and spinning wheel kicks.
Her strategy involved excellent footwork and movement
around the cage, which prevented Andrade from effectively
closing the distance.
Despite Andrade's attempts to pressure and engage
in close-quarters combat, Silva's defense, particularly
her takedown defense, was notable. She managed to
fend off Andrade's grappling attempts, showcasing
adaptability and skill in maintaining her preferred
striking range.
Silva's performance was described as a striking clinic,
with her outstriking Andrade significantly, using
her speed and precision to accumulate points and damage
over the three rounds.
Post-Fight:
Both fighters received a $50,000 bonus for their performance,
indicating the fight was considered highly competitive
or entertaining despite the decisive scoreline.
Silva's victory has positioned her as a significant
contender in the flyweight division, with discussions
about her readiness for a title shot, although she
acknowledged the upcoming title defense by Alexa Grasso
against Valentina Shevchenko.
Public
and Media Sentiment: Posts on X (formerly Twitter)
and various reports highlighted Silva's impressive
performance, focusing on her footwork, striking accuracy,
and her ability to control the fight's pace and distance.
There was a clear acknowledgment of Silva's growth
and potential in the UFC.
This
event not only marked another win for Silva but also
cemented her status as a top contender in the UFC's
flyweight division, with her performance against a
former champion like Andrade being a significant statement
of her capabilities. (Grok)
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Garcia's
Knockout Streak at UFC Vegas 97
Steve
Garcia, known as 'The Mean Machine,' has solidified
his reputation in the UFC by securing five consecutive
knockout victories at UFC Vegas 97, with his latest
win against Kyle Nelson via a notable elbow strike.
His aggressive style and finishing power have not
only impressed fans and analysts but also led to discussions
about potential matchups against top-tier fighters
like Giga Chikadze or Calvin Kattar. Garcia's performance
has drawn comparisons to fighters like Carlos Condit,
marking a significant resurgence in his career. Meanwhile,
Sean Brady defeated Gilbert Burns by unanimous decision
in a match that went the distance, showcasing Brady's
wrestling and striking improvements. The fight was
marked by intense exchanges, including controversial
moments like back-to-back low blows, highlighting
the competitive and sometimes contentious nature of
their bout. (Grok)
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Brady's
Unanimous Win over Burns
Sean
Brady secured a unanimous decision victory over Gilbert
Burns at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas, marking a significant
win in his career. Here's what we gathered from the
event:
Fight
Dynamics: Brady was dominant throughout the fight,
utilizing a strategy that involved both striking and
grappling. Despite Burns landing some significant
strikes, Brady's overall activity, control, and volume
of strikes led to his victory. He managed to take
Burns down multiple times and controlled much of the
fight's pace and positioning.
Judges'
Scorecards: The judges scored the bout 50-45, 50-45,
and 49-46 in favor of Brady, indicating a clear win
with his performance being favored across all rounds
by the judges.
Reactions:
Fighters and analysts on platforms like X (formerly
Twitter) expressed that Brady looked impressive, with
some noting his wrestling and improved striking. There
was a sentiment that while Burns had moments of success,
Brady's consistent performance from start to finish
was the deciding factor.
Implications:
This win propels Brady further up the welterweight
rankings, with some suggesting he's now among the
elite in the division and could be considered a title
threat. Discussions post-fight included potential
future matchups, with names like Usman being mentioned.
Burns'
Performance: Although Burns showed resilience and
landed some of the fight's most significant strikes,
it wasn't enough to sway the judges. This fight might
be seen as a testament to both his durability and
the challenge of facing a rising contender like Brady.
Career
Impact: For Brady, this victory over a former title
challenger like Burns is a substantial boost, likely
improving his ranking and setting him up for potentially
bigger fights in the welterweight division. For Burns,
at 38, this might be indicative of a challenging phase
in his career, especially after facing top talents
back-to-back.
From
posts and reactions on X, the consensus seems to be
that Brady not only won but did so in a manner that
showcased his growth as a fighter, potentially setting
the stage for a title run in the near future. (Grok)
News
BKFC
Based
on the latest information available up to September
8, 2024, here's what's happening in the world of Bare
Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC):
BKFC
65 was a significant event recently, held at the Maverik
Center in Salt Lake City, UT. Christine “Misfit”
Ferea defended her BKFC World Women’s Flyweight
Championship title for the fourth time in the main
event. The event featured several notable fights,
including Jeremy Stephens securing a win in the co-main
event, and various other fighters making their mark
with victories by TKO or KO.
Fighter
Faceoffs and Weigh-Ins: Photos from the BKFC 65 weigh-ins
and fighter faceoffs were made available, indicating
pre-event activities that build up to the fights,
showcasing the fighters' readiness and intensity before
the event.
Community
Engagement on X: There's chatter on X (formerly known
as Twitter) about potential future announcements from
fighters possibly signing with BKFC, indicating fan
speculation and interest in fighters' career moves.
No
Direct Updates on New Events or Signings: As of the
latest updates, there haven't been specific announcements
regarding upcoming events beyond BKFC 65 or new high-profile
signings directly from BKFC's official channels or
related discussions on X. However, the community remains
active, discussing potential matchups and the outcomes
of recent fights.
For
the most current and detailed updates, or if there's
interest in specific fighters or upcoming events,
checking the official BKFC website or their official
social media channels would provide the most accurate
information. (Grok)
News
Professional
Fighters League (PFL)
The
Professional Fighters League (PFL) is an American
mixed martial arts (MMA) league known for its innovative
approach to MMA competition, where fighters compete
in a regular season, playoffs, and championship format,
similar to traditional sports leagues. Here are some
key updates and features about the PFL:
Format:
The PFL operates on a sports-season format, which
includes a regular season where fighters accumulate
points based on their performance (wins, knockouts,
submissions), followed by playoffs and a championship
event. This structure aims to incentivize fighters
to perform at their best in every fight.
SmartCage™:
PFL introduced the SmartCage, which is equipped with
technology to capture real-time data during fights.
This includes biometric data like heart rate, performance
metrics like the speed and number of strikes, and
positional data. This technology enhances viewer engagement
by providing live stats during broadcasts, known as
Cagenomics™.
GhostCam™:
This is another technological innovation by PFL, allowing
viewers to see the action inside the cage without
the visual obstruction of the cage mesh, providing
an "in the cage" viewing experience.
Recent
Developments: Acquisition of Bellator: PFL acquired
Bellator MMA, which has led to discussions and some
confusion among fans regarding the integration of
the two promotions, including how fighters from both
leagues will be managed, and the distribution of their
events across different platforms like ESPN for PFL
and potentially others for Bellator.
Rule Differences: There's been notable discussion
around rule differences, particularly the ban on elbow
strikes in PFL which contrasts with other promotions
like Bellator where elbows are allowed. This has sparked
debate among fans and fighters about the consistency
and fairness in MMA rules across different leagues.
International Expansion: PFL announced the launch
of PFL MENA, targeting the Middle East and North Africa
market, indicating a strategic move towards global
expansion.
Fighter Contracts and Advocacy: Jake Paul has been
involved with PFL, not just as a fighter but in roles
related to fighter advocacy and promotion, aiming
to improve conditions and opportunities for fighters.
Fan
and Fighter Sentiment: Recent posts on platforms like
X (formerly Twitter) reflect a mix of frustration
and enthusiasm among fans and fighters. There's criticism
over rule sets, the handling of fighter contracts,
and the overall direction of the league post-acquisition
of Bellator. However, there's also excitement about
the technological advancements and the potential for
more competitive and financially rewarding opportunities
for fighters.
Event
Schedule: Upcoming events include the "Battle
of the Giants PPV" scheduled for October 19,
indicating continued high-profile events aimed at
showcasing top talent in the heavyweight division.
The
PFL continues to evolve, focusing on technological
innovation, fighter welfare, and global expansion,
while also navigating the complexities of merging
with Bellator and managing fan expectations regarding
rules and fighter treatment. (Grok)
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Nurmagomedov
Defends Bellator Title
Usman
Nurmagomedov successfully defended his Bellator Lightweight
Championship against Alexander Shabliy at Bellator
Champions Series: San Diego on September 7, 2024.
The fight concluded with Nurmagomedov winning via
unanimous decision with the judges' scorecards reading
50-45, 49-46, and 49-46. This victory marked Nurmagomedov's
record to 18-0, maintaining his undefeated streak
and his reign as the Bellator lightweight champion.
The event was notable for its tactical nature, with
Nurmagomedov showcasing a calculated approach to retain
his title. Posts on X (formerly Twitter) and various
MMA news outlets celebrated Nurmagomedov's defense,
with many highlighting his dominance and the strategic
depth of the fight. (Grok)
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Mike
Tyson - Jake Paul
The
boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul has
drawn significant attention due to the unique pairing
of a legendary former heavyweight champion, Tyson,
with the YouTube-star-turned-boxer, Paul. Here's what
you need to know based on the latest available information
up to September 8, 2024:
Rescheduled
Date: The fight was initially set for July 20, 2024,
but was postponed due to a medical issue involving
Mike Tyson. It has been rescheduled for November 15,
2024.
Venue:
The bout will still take place at AT&T Stadium
in Arlington, Texas, which is known for being the
home of the Dallas Cowboys.
Streaming:
The event will be streamed live on Netflix, marking
one of Netflix's ventures into live sports events.
Fight
Details: The match is sanctioned as a professional
fight, not an exhibition, despite initial ambiguity.
They will fight over eight two-minute rounds using
14-ounce gloves.
Background:
Mike Tyson, at 57, is stepping back into the ring
after his last professional fight in 2005, although
he did have an exhibition match with Roy Jones Jr.
in 2020. Jake Paul, much younger at 27, has been actively
boxing since 2018, with a professional record of 9-1.
Health
Issue: Tyson experienced an ulcer flare-up which led
to the postponement, ensuring he had adequate time
to recover and train.
Public
Interest: There's considerable intrigue around this
fight due to the age difference, the blending of entertainment
with professional boxing, and the question of how
Paul's relatively new boxing skills will fare against
Tyson's legendary prowess, albeit aged.
Additional
Fights: The event card also includes a highly anticipated
rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano for
the undisputed junior welterweight championship.
Viewing
Information: For those interested in watching, the
fight card will be exclusively available on Netflix,
with no specific start time mentioned yet for the
main event.
This
match-up represents a crossover between different
eras of boxing and entertainment, drawing eyes from
both traditional boxing fans and those who follow
Paul from his YouTube fame. (Grok)
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Australia
Controversial
Try Decides Manly vs Sharks
In
a crucial NRL match, the Cronulla Sharks defeated
the Manly Sea Eagles with a final score of 34-14,
significantly boosting their prospects as they approach
the finals. The game was contentious, marked by controversial
referee decisions including questionable tries and
penalties, which led to widespread debate among fans
about the fairness of the officiating. Manly's performance
was notably criticized for its lack of effort and
strategic depth, particularly highlighted by the absence
of key player Tom Trbojevic. Conversely, the Sharks
demonstrated improvement, having defeated several
top teams this season, which has enhanced their confidence.
This win has strategically positioned the Sharks well
for the upcoming finals, while Manly faces the challenge
of regrouping and strategizing ahead of their next
match, likely against the Bulldogs at Accor Stadium.
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Joshua
vs Dubois at Wembley
August
31, 2024
The
upcoming boxing event, #RiyadhSeasonCard: Wembley
Edition, features a highly anticipated heavyweight
match between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois, set
for September 21, 2024, at Wembley Stadium. This fight
is highlighted by Joshua's undefeated record against
British fighters, which he aims to maintain. The event
has been described as potentially historic, with expectations
to break attendance records. Additional tickets have
been released due to high demand, indicating significant
public interest in what is being promoted as an unmissable
event in the boxing calendar. (Grok)
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Joshua
vs. Dubois Tickets Released
Additional
tickets are now available for the highly anticipated
heavyweight boxing match between Anthony Joshua and
Daniel Dubois, scheduled for September 21, 2024, at
Wembley Stadium. This event, part of the Riyadh Season
Card: Wembley Edition, is expected to set an attendance
record with the stadium's capacity increased to 96,000.
The fight is being promoted as a historic occasion,
with significant interest from boxing fans and includes
a special performance by Liam Gallagher. Promotional
efforts by various boxing organizations and figures
have urged fans to secure tickets for what is described
as a potential heavyweight classic. (Grok)
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Hamilton
Leads FP2 at Italian GP
During
the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, Lewis Hamilton of
Mercedes set the fastest lap in the second free practice
session (FP2), followed closely by Lando Norris of
McLaren and Carlos Sainz of Ferrari. Ferrari demonstrated
strong performance with both cars in the top five.
George Russell, also from Mercedes, faced delays due
to an earlier crash by Andrea Kimi Antonelli but managed
to place sixth. McLaren also showed promising pace
with Norris in second and Piastri in fourth. Red Bull
Racing encountered issues, with Max Verstappen experiencing
a lock-up and the team addressing concerns about top
speed. The session highlighted intense competition
among Mercedes, McLaren, and Ferrari, setting up an
anticipated close qualifying session. Despite his
crash, Antonelli provided valuable data to his team.
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Antonelli
Crash Halts FP1 at Italian GP
During
the first practice session (FP1) at the Italian Grand
Prix in Monza, rookie driver Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes
experienced a significant crash at the Parabolica
corner, leading to a red flag. Despite initially setting
the fastest lap, Antonelli's session ended prematurely
with his car heavily damaged, though he was reported
to be unharmed. Max Verstappen from Red Bull Racing
set the fastest time of the session, demonstrating
strong performance. The incident also impacted Antonelli's
teammate George Russell, who had to wait for repairs
before participating in FP2. Other teams like McLaren
and Ferrari also reported on their performances, with
McLaren's drivers in the top five and Ferrari's drivers
finishing second and fourth. (Grok)
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COTA
Hosts First Hypercar and LMGT3 Practice
The
FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) is currently
hosting the 6 Hours of COTA, also known as Lone Star
Le Mans, at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin,
Texas. This event marks the first time Hypercars and
LMGT3 cars are racing together at this track. Notable
participants include teams from Porsche, Toyota Gazoo
Racing, Ferrari, Jota Sport, and Aston Martin. During
the first practice session (FP1), Porsche Penske Motorsport's
#5 car, driven by Matt Campbell, set the fastest lap
time of 1:53.574. The event also introduced specially
equipped safety cars, including a Porsche 911 Turbo
S with lightweight wheels. This race is significant
for its competitive field and its strategic importance
in the championship standings. (Grok)
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WEC's
Historic Hypercar Race at COTA
The
FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) is currently
hosting the 6 Hours of COTA race at the Circuit of
the Americas in Austin, Texas, marking a significant
event as it features both Hypercars and LMGT3 cars
racing together for the first time at this venue.
Prominent teams like Toyota GAZOO Racing, Porsche
Motorsport, Ferrari Hypercar, and Peugeot Sport are
participating, showcasing new models such as the Peugeot
9X8. The event highlights include experienced drivers
like Andre Lotterer, who is aiming for another podium
finish with an impressive track record at COTA, and
the debut of new car models. Activities during the
practice sessions involved teams adjusting setups,
changing drivers, and adapting to track conditions,
drawing considerable attention to the competitive
spirit of endurance racing. (Grok)
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Rhea
Ripley Showcases Ink in WWE Tattooed Series
Rhea
Ripley, a prominent WWE wrestler, was featured in
a special segment titled 'WWE Tattooed,' where she
showcased her extensive tattoo collection. This episode
included a photoshoot and discussions about her tattoos,
engaging fans with insights into her personal style
and past rivalries, notably with Charlotte Flair.
Ripley also shared stories about her fans' enthusiasm
for her tattoos, particularly highlighting their reaction
to a recent addition to her scorpion tattoo. The segment
received positive feedback, enhancing Ripley's popularity
within the WWE community. Additionally, Ripley discussed
a time she got a matching tattoo with fellow wrestler
Toni Storm, further personalizing her connection with
fans and colleagues. (Grok)
News
WWE
vs. AEW: Talent Pay Debate
The
professional wrestling industry is currently embroiled
in a debate over wrestler compensation, sparked by
AEW's high-paying contracts to Swerve Strickland and
Daniel Garcia. WWE has criticized these contracts,
suggesting they exceed market value and could inflate
salary expectations industry-wide, potentially harming
the sport. Conversely, many fans and industry figures
support AEW's approach, arguing that wrestlers deserve
higher compensation due to the physical demands of
their job. This perspective sees AEW's strategy as
fostering a competitive market that might lead to
better overall compensation in wrestling. Critics
of WWE's stance argue that their reluctance to match
AEW's offers undervalues talent and could impact WWE's
ability to retain or attract top wrestlers. The discussion
reflects broader issues about wrestler worth, the
economics of wrestling promotions, and the effects
of competition on talent contracts. (Grok)
News
WWE
Criticizes AEW Contracts as Overspending
Professional
wrestlers Swerve Strickland and Daniel Garcia have
signed lucrative contracts with All Elite Wrestling
(AEW), which WWE views as detrimental to the wrestling
industry, claiming the salaries exceed market value.
This perspective has ignited a debate about compensation
in wrestling. Supporters of higher pay argue that
wrestlers, who endure significant physical tolls,
deserve substantial compensation, akin to athletes
in other major sports. Critics of WWE's stance believe
the company's opposition stems from a reluctance to
increase their own payroll, potentially driven by
profit considerations rather than the welfare of the
performers. The situation underscores broader issues
of pay equity and the impact of competition on industry
standards, with some seeing AEW's strategy as beneficial
for raising overall compensation levels in wrestling.
(Grok)
News
Swerve
Strickland's Lucrative AEW Deal
Swerve
Strickland has signed a lucrative contract with AEW,
placing him among the highest-paid wrestlers alongside
stars like Kazuchika Okada and Mercedes Moné.
This deal has stirred debate within the wrestling
community, particularly from WWE, which considers
the contract to exceed the perceived market value
significantly. Critics from WWE argue that such high
compensation could inflate industry salary expectations,
potentially forcing WWE to increase its own wrestlers'
pay. However, supporters of the deal highlight the
physical demands and lack of off-season in wrestling,
suggesting that wrestlers deserve substantial compensation.
This situation underscores broader issues regarding
talent compensation, market value assessments, and
the competitive dynamics between AEW and WWE in the
professional wrestling landscape. (Grok)
News
Swerve's
AEW Deal: Highest in Pro Wrestling
Swerve
Strickland has recently signed a lucrative contract
with All Elite Wrestling (AEW), reportedly placing
him among the highest-paid wrestlers in the industry,
comparable to stars like Kazuchika Okada and Mercedes
Moné. This deal, extending through September
2029, has drawn criticism from WWE officials, who
argue that the financial terms are excessively high
and could set an unsustainable precedent for wrestler
salaries. Despite WWE's contention that Strickland's
market value does not justify such compensation, many
fans and industry observers believe his performances
and popularity warrant his high salary. Additionally,
WWE's critique coincides with their unsuccessful attempts
to reacquire Strickland and recruit other talents
like Daniel Garcia, who chose to remain with AEW.
This situation highlights a competitive landscape
where wrestler contracts are becoming more financially
rewarding. (Grok)
News
Strickland's
AEW Deal Stirs Market Controversy
Swerve
Strickland has signed a lucrative contract with AEW,
placing him among the highest-paid wrestlers alongside
stars like Kazuchika Okada and Mercedes Moné.
This deal has sparked controversy within the wrestling
industry, particularly from WWE, who argue that such
high compensation sets an unsustainable market value
for wrestlers. Critics suggest WWE's stance might
stem from their own financial interests, particularly
after releasing Strickland only to see him succeed
elsewhere. Supporters of high-value contracts highlight
the physical toll on wrestlers and argue they deserve
substantial pay. This situation underscores ongoing
debates about wrestler compensation, market dynamics,
and the competitive landscape between WWE and AEW.
(Grok)
News
Jon
Jones Defiant on Aspinall Fight
Jon
Jones, the UFC heavyweight champion, has publicly
expressed confidence in defeating Tom Aspinall, the
interim champion, but has chosen to fight Stipe Miocic
instead. This decision has sparked debates about Jones's
legacy and his avoidance of Aspinall, with critics
arguing that Jones should defend his title against
the interim champion who has actively defended his
belt. Jones, however, insists that his legacy is secure
regardless of the fight outcome, highlighting his
long-term dominance in the sport. Discussions also
touch on Jones's past, including his performances
and controversies like failed drug tests, questioning
whether his refusal to fight Aspinall might affect
his reputation or if his established record justifies
his choices. (Grok)
News
McAfee
Donates $1M to WVU NIL Collective
Pat
McAfee, a former NFL player and West Virginia University
alumnus, hosted a live broadcast of his show in Morgantown,
West Virginia, creating significant local excitement.
The event was so anticipated that local schools closed
due to expected traffic congestion, and a large crowd
gathered. During the show, McAfee announced a $1 million
donation to West Virginia's Name, Image, and Likeness
(NIL) collective, the Country Roads Trust, to support
student-athletes. The event featured appearances by
notable figures including Nick Saban and highlighted
the enthusiasm of WVU fans, particularly for quarterback
Garrett Greene. This live show not only boosted local
spirit but also emphasized McAfee's ongoing influence
and connection to his alma mater. (Grok)
News
McAfee
Hosts Massive WVU Live Show
Pat
McAfee, a former NFL kicker and West Virginia University
alum, hosted a live broadcast of his show in Morgantown,
creating significant local excitement. The event was
so anticipated that local schools closed due to expected
traffic congestion. McAfee's show attracted a crowd
reportedly larger than those seen at major college
football events like College GameDay. During the broadcast,
McAfee announced a $1 million donation to West Virginia's
NIL collective, the Country Roads Trust, to support
student-athletes. The event featured appearances by
notable figures including Nick Saban, who discussed
the challenges West Virginia faces in their upcoming
game against Penn State. The atmosphere in Morgantown
was described as electric, reflecting high expectations
for the football season opener. (Grok)
News
College
Football Season Kickoff
The
2024 College Football Season is kicking off with significant
attention on several fronts:
New
Kickoff Rule: College football is studying the new
NFL kickoff rule during the 2024 season, aiming to
make the play safer while maintaining its excitement.
This rule, inspired by the XFL, adjusts where players
line up and when they can move, promoting more returns
but with reduced high-speed collisions.
Marquee
Matchups: The season starts with several high-profile
games. Notably, LSU faces USC in the Vegas Kickoff
Classic on September 1, a game that's drawing considerable
betting interest. Other early games include Georgia
vs. Clemson and Florida vs. Miami, setting the stage
for what's expected to be a competitive season.
Team
Preparations and Expectations:
Penn
State is entering the season with new coordinators
and high hopes for making the College Football Playoff,
focusing on the progression in their quarterback room.
Michigan
State under new leadership with head coach Jonathan
Smith, looks to redefine its play.
Colorado,
led by Deion Sanders, has already begun its season
against North Dakota State, unveiling new uniforms
and showcasing key players like Travis Hunter.
Player
Spotlight:
Players
like Oregon's Dillon Gabriel are on the watch for
breaking records, with expectations high for quarterbacks
returning from injuries like Cam Rising of Utah and
Riley Leonard, now at Notre Dame.
Game
Day Insights: From X posts, there's a buzz about the
start of the season with live updates, game previews,
and fan reactions, indicating high excitement and
engagement from the community.
Cultural
Impact and Media: The season's kickoff is not just
about the games but also the cultural phenomenon,
with extensive media coverage, fan events in places
like Las Vegas, and discussions around team strategies,
player health, and the future of college football
formats.
This
season promises to be intriguing with new rules, team
dynamics, and the ever-present quest for the College
Football Playoff, capturing the attention of fans
and bettors alike as teams and players aim to make
their mark. (Grok)
News
Sea
Eagles Triumph Over Bulldogs
The
Manly Warringah Sea Eagles achieved a significant
victory over the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs with
a final score of 34-22 at Accor Stadium. This win
marked Manly's 10th victory in their last 11 encounters
against the Bulldogs. The match was notable for Manly's
strong performance, highlighted by plays from Haumole
Olakau'atu and a late try by Mahoney, despite a concerning
injury to Tom Trbojevic who left the field with a
bleeding right arm. Bulldogs fans and players, while
disappointed, remain optimistic, pointing to their
team's overall successful season and their standing
in the finals. Discussions following the game focused
on player performances, the impact of the result on
team standings, and strategies moving forward in the
NRL season. (Grok)
News
Bulldogs
Slip, Sea Eagles Soar
The
Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs suffered a significant
loss against the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in the
NRL, with the final score at 34-22 favoring Manly.
This match was pivotal as it highlighted various aspects
of both teams' performances and strategies. Manly's
victory was marked by strong individual performances,
notably by Haumole Olakau'atu, and strategic plays
that capitalized on controversial referee decisions,
including a non-enforced sin bin for Manly's Tom Trbojevic.
The Bulldogs, on the other hand, faced challenges
including fatigue from extensive travel and a reshuffled
backline, which might have contributed to their subpar
performance. Despite the loss, Bulldogs' fans and
commentators remained optimistic, viewing the game
as a learning opportunity and a chance for the team
to regroup. Manly's win has significant implications
for their pursuit of a home final, while the Bulldogs'
chances of securing a top-four position were impacted.(Grok)
News
All-Australian
Team 2024 Selection Controversy
The
2024 AFL All-Australian team selection has ignited
significant debate among fans and analysts, focusing
on the criteria and composition of the team. Traditionally
comprising 22 players, this year's selection faced
scrutiny for its inclusion of players from underperforming
teams like the West Coast Eagles, and the exclusion
of others who had standout seasons. Critics argued
over the balance between positional requirements and
individual merit, suggesting a shift towards selecting
purely the best 22 players regardless of their position.
Notable controversies included the omission of players
like Charlie Curnow and Tom Papley, while players
like Nick Daicos and Marcus Bontempelli were celebrated
for their performances, with Daicos being named the
AFL Coaches Association Champion Player. The selection
process was criticized for potential biases, prompting
discussions on how the All-Australian team could better
reflect the season's top performers. Despite the controversies,
the team's announcement highlighted achievements like
Ollie Dempsey winning the Rising Star award and Marcus
Bontempelli receiving the Leigh Matthews Trophy for
the Most Valuable Player. (Grok)
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August
27, 2024
1.
Furiosa (Max)
2.
The Union (Netflix)
3.
Jackpot (Prime Video)
4.
The Instigators (Apple TV+)
5.
Alien (Hulu)
6.
The Bikeriders (Peacock)
7.
Immaculate (Hulu)
8.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (Hulu)
9.
Alien: Covenant (Hulu)
10.
Twister (Max)
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10 Streaming TV (North America)
August
27, 2024
1.
Bad Monkey (Apple TV+)
2.
The Umbrella Academy (Netflix)
3.
Industry (Max)
4.
The Bear (Hulu)
5.
From (Prime Video)
6.
Presumed Innocent (Apple TV+)
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Emily in Paris (Netflix)
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Time Bandits (Apple TV+)
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A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (Netflix)
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Evil (Paramount+)
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Cena
Declares Reigns as WWE GOAT
John
Cena has publicly declared Roman Reigns as the greatest
of all time (GOAT) in professional wrestling, attributing
the significant rise in WWE/TKO stock value during
Reigns' tenure as evidence. This statement has ignited
a debate among wrestling fans and enthusiasts. Some
fans agree with Cena, highlighting Reigns' current
dominance and his impact on WWE's financial success.
However, others argue that while Reigns is exceptional,
he does not surpass historical figures like The Rock,
Stone Cold Steve Austin, or even Cena himself in terms
of overall influence and legacy. The discussion reflects
a generational shift in wrestling's GOAT debate, with
newer fans potentially viewing Reigns differently
than veterans who recall the era of The Rock and Austin.
(Grok)
News
Danielson
Declares Wrestling Supremacy
During
a recent episode of AEW Dynamite, Bryan Danielson
confidently declared himself the best wrestler in
the world, a claim he has upheld for the past 20 years.
This statement was a focal point of the episode, drawing
significant attention and support from fans and commentators.
Danielson's promo not only showcased his confidence
but also set the stage for his upcoming match at AEW's
All In event, where he is expected to challenge for
the AEW World Title. The episode also featured other
matches, but Danielson's proclamation and the crowd's
enthusiastic response highlighted the high stakes
and anticipation for the future event. (Grok)
News
Danielson
Claims Best Wrestler Title
The
latest episode of AEW Dynamite, which aired on August
21, 2024, from Cardiff, was a pivotal go-home show
leading up to the AEW All In event at Wembley Stadium.
The episode was marked by high energy from both the
performers and the audience. Bryan Danielson made
a bold claim, declaring himself the best wrestler
in the world, a statement that was met with significant
fan and commentator support. The show featured strong
promos from key figures like Britt Baker, Mercedes,
MJF, and Will Ospreay, all contributing to the anticipation
for All In. AEW President Tony Khan expressed his
gratitude for the audience's support, highlighting
the show's importance in setting the stage for the
upcoming major event. The episode was widely praised
for its wrestling quality and storytelling, effectively
building momentum towards AEW All In. (Grok)
News
UFC
Vegas 96 Betting Highlights
Ahead
of UFC Vegas 96, fans and analysts are actively discussing
predictions and betting strategies for the event.
Key points include Jared Cannonier being seen as a
value bet despite his underdog status against Caio
Borralho, and the addition of a last-minute fight
between Zygimantas Ramaska and Fletcher. Discussions
are centered around potential outcomes, with some
focusing on specific bets like Llontop at +186 odds.
The main event features Edmen Shahbazyan, with speculation
on whether he will secure another finish. The community
is engaging with detailed fight breakdowns, betting
tips, and varied predictions, reflecting a mix of
professional analysis and casual fan insights. (Grok)
News
Beterbiev
vs. Bivol Set for Boxing Showdown
The
upcoming boxing event on October 12th features a much-anticipated
match between Dmitry Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol, widely
considered one of the top fights in recent boxing
schedules. Beterbiev, known for his knockout streak,
will face Bivol, who is recognized for his technical
boxing skills. Predictions for the fight are split,
with some believing Bivol's skill might lead to Beterbiev's
corner stopping the fight, while others anticipate
Beterbiev's aggressive style could overpower Bivol.
This event has sparked significant discussion among
fans and analysts about the potential outcomes. Additionally,
there was a notable fight on ProBox TV between Jarrett
Hurd and Jeison Rosario, which ended controversially
in the second round, aimed at keeping the fighters
relevant in their divisions. (Grok)
News
One
Month to Joshua-Dubois Showdown
The
upcoming boxing event, #RiyadhSeasonCard: Wembley
Edition, is scheduled for September 21 at Wembley
Stadium, UK, featuring a headline fight between Anthony
Joshua and Daniel Dubois for the IBF World Heavyweight
Crown. This event has generated significant anticipation
among boxing fans, with tickets available through
various platforms. Prominent figures in the boxing
community, including Turki Alalshikh, have actively
promoted the event, highlighting its importance in
the boxing calendar. Discussions around the event
include the potential for an upset, with some backing
Dubois to defeat Joshua. The event is part of a broader
series of boxing matches, marking a notable moment
for fans of the sport. (Grok)
News
BKFC
The
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) is an American
bare-knuckle boxing promotion that has become quite
popular since its inception in April 2018. Here's
what you need to know based on the latest information:
Events
and Schedule: BKFC has upcoming events including BKFC
65 FEREA VS MASSON-WONG on September 6, 2024, and
BKFC 66 BLAS VS REBER on September 13, 2024. They're
also expanding internationally with BKFC SPAIN set
for October 12, 2024.
Regulation
and Structure: BKFC is the first promotion allowed
to hold legal, sanctioned, and regulated bare knuckle
events in the U.S. since 1889. Fighters are allowed
to wrap and tape their wrists, thumbs, and mid-hand,
but no gauze or tape can cover the knuckles within
1 inch.
Fighter
Rankings: BKFC employs a ranking system where champions
and interim champions automatically hold the top spots
in their respective weight classes.
Fighters
inactive for over 12 months are dropped from the rankings.
Media
and Accessibility: BKFC has an official app where
fans can watch live events, past fights, and access
fighter profiles for a subscription fee. This indicates
their push towards digital media for broader accessibility.
Public
Sentiment and Coverage: From posts on X, there doesn't
seem to be any direct discussion or updates specifically
about BKFC's latest events or fighter news, but the
platform's nature means there could be discussions
or updates in various threads or posts that might
not be directly linked to BKFC but could discuss related
topics like combat sports trends or fighter performances.
Critical
Examination: While BKFC has brought back the historical
aspect of bare knuckle fighting, the sport's resurgence
also sparks discussions on safety, the spectacle of
violence, and its appeal in modern combat sports culture.
Critics might argue about the ethics of promoting
a sport where the lack of gloves could lead to more
severe injuries, while fans and participants might
highlight the raw, unfiltered nature of the competition
as its primary draw.
Remember,
while X posts can give insights into public sentiment
or real-time reactions, they're not always factual
or comprehensive sources for event-specific updates
or official news. For the most accurate and current
information on BKFC, checking directly with their
official website or app would be advisable. (Grok)
News
Josh
Barnett's Bloodsport
Josh
Barnett's Bloodsport is a series of professional wrestling
events that blend elements of mixed martial arts (MMA)
with traditional pro wrestling, focusing on a more
realistic and hard-hitting style. Here's what's been
happening recently around this event:
Event
Details: The latest Bloodsport event, Bloodsport XI,
took place on July 28, 2024, at Roulette Intermedium
in Brooklyn, New York. This event featured a mix of
well-known names from both wrestling and MMA backgrounds,
showcasing matches that end by knockout, submission,
or referee stoppage, reflecting the event's ethos
of minimal rules.
Notable
Matches and Results:
Heddi
Karaoui defeated Brian Johnson in what was likely
an opening match, setting the tone for the event.
Julius
Creed from WWE had a victory over Matt Makowski, highlighting
WWE talent's participation in the event.
Masha
Slamovich won against Jody Threat, another match that
ended with a referee stoppage.
Royce
Isaacs managed to defeat Charlie Dempsey, which was
surprising given Dempsey's WWE background.
Brutus
Creed also from WWE, defeated "Filthy" Tom
Lawlor, another notable match where WWE talent was
showcased.
Homicide
won against Mike Santana, showing a mix of TNA and
indie wrestling talent.
Josh
Barnett himself competed, defeating Bad Dude Tito
by knockout, which is in line with the event's theme
of showcasing real combat skills.
MVP's
Confrontation: Post-event discussions highlighted
a confrontation between MVP and Josh Barnett, where
MVP challenged Barnett to a future fight, indicating
a potential storyline or match setup for future events.
International
Expansion: Josh Barnett has taken Bloodsport international
with Bloodsport Bushido in Tokyo, Japan, on June 22,
2024, at Ryogoku Kokugikan, featuring names like Minoru
Suzuki, which underscores the event's global appeal
and its blend of wrestling cultures.
Fan
and Media Reaction: The event has been praised for
its unique approach to wrestling, bringing in fans
from both the wrestling and MMA communities. The inclusion
of WWE talent in Bloodsport events has been a point
of interest, suggesting a crossover appeal that might
attract a broader audience or serve as a platform
for WWE stars to show a different side of their wrestling
skills.
This
series continues to push the boundaries of what's
expected in professional wrestling, focusing on a
more grounded, combat sports approach, which appeals
to fans looking for something different from the usual
scripted wrestling fare. (Grok)
News
Bloodsport
The
Sport: In a broader context, "bloodsport"
refers to any sport or entertainment that involves
bloodshed, often to the death or serious injury of
animals or humans. This can include:
Historical
Context: Events like gladiatorial combat in ancient
Rome or medieval jousting.
Modern
Interpretations: Some might consider extreme fighting
sports like MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) or underground
fight clubs as modern forms of bloodsport, though
these are highly regulated to prevent serious injury
or death.
Cultural
Impact: The term "bloodsport" has also been
used metaphorically to describe any highly competitive
or ruthless activity, not necessarily involving physical
combat, where participants might be seen as fighting
for survival or dominance.
If
you're referring to something specific about "Bloodsport,"
like a sequel, a remake, or a particular scene, let
me know! (Grok)
News
Pay-Per-View
(PPV)
Pay-Per-View
(PPV) is a television distribution model where viewers
pay to watch specific events or programs, typically
on a one-time basis. Here's a deeper look into how
it functions:
Business
Model:
Revenue: PPV events generate revenue directly from
viewers, which can be particularly lucrative for high-demand
content like major sporting events, boxing matches,
concerts, or exclusive movie premieres.
Cost:
The price for viewing can vary widely, depending on
the event's popularity, exclusivity, and the platform
offering it.
Content
Types:
Sports: Boxing, UFC, WWE wrestling, and major sports
finals like the Super Bowl or NBA Finals are often
broadcast via PPV.
Entertainment:
Special concerts, stand-up comedy shows, or exclusive
movie releases might also be offered through PPV.
Special
Events: Weddings of celebrities, royal events, or
unique live performances.
Distribution:
Cable and Satellite TV: Traditionally, PPV was offered
through cable or satellite TV providers where viewers
would call in or use their remote to order the event.
Streaming Services: With the rise of digital platforms,
PPV has evolved. Services like Amazon Prime Video,
YouTube, and various sports streaming platforms now
offer PPV events online.
Advantages:
Exclusivity: Viewers get access to content that might
not be available through regular broadcasting.
Revenue for Content Creators: PPV allows for direct
monetization of content, which can be beneficial for
artists, athletes, or event organizers.
Challenges:
Piracy: High-profile PPV events are often targets
for illegal streaming, which can cut into profits.
Market Saturation: With many events going PPV, there's
a risk of viewer fatigue or competition for viewership.
Future
Trends:
Integration with Subscription Models: Some platforms
offer PPV within a broader subscription service, providing
additional revenue streams.
Virtual
Reality (VR): There's potential for PPV to expand
into VR, offering immersive experiences for events.
If
you're interested in a specific aspect of PPV, like
its history, how to set up a PPV event, or its impact
on media consumption, feel free to ask! (Grok)
News
TKO
Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) represents a significant
merger in the sports and entertainment industry, combining
World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (WWE) and the
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) under one corporate
umbrella. Here's a detailed overview based on the
latest information:
Formation
and Ownership: TKO Group Holdings was formed by Endeavor
Group Holdings as part of a merger between WWE and
Zuffa, the parent company of UFC. This merger was
completed on September 12, 2023, marking a historic
moment as it was the first time WWE was not solely
owned by the McMahon family, who had founded and owned
it for over 70 years. Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc.
(NYSE: EDR) is the majority owner of TKO, with Vince
McMahon personally owning approximately one-third
of the Class A Common Stock of TKO Group Holdings,
Inc.
Business
Structure: Both WWE and UFC operate as divisions under
TKO, maintaining their individual branding and operations
but now under the same corporate governance. This
structure aims to leverage combined resources for
global expansion and cost savings, with an estimated
value of more than $21 billion at the time of the
merger.
Financial
Performance: Recent financial data indicates TKO's
stock price at around $119.78, with significant fluctuations
in its financial metrics year-over-year. For instance,
net income saw a decrease, while cash from operations
increased dramatically, showcasing a mixed bag of
financial health but with a strong operational cash
flow.
Strategic
Moves and Market Impact: The merger has led to various
strategic decisions, including cost-saving measures,
with expectations of saving between $50 million to
$100 million. Additionally, WWE's deal with Netflix
for content distribution was highlighted as transformative,
indicating TKO's approach to expanding its media presence.
Board
and Leadership: The board of TKO Group Holdings includes
notable figures like Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson,
who joined to help expand the business globally, alongside
other industry leaders from both WWE and UFC backgrounds.
This diverse board aims to steer the company towards
further integration and growth in the entertainment
sector.
Public
Sentiment and Media Coverage: From posts on X, there's
a mix of excitement about the merger's potential for
growth and concerns over the implications for WWE's
traditional ownership structure. The listing on the
NYSE and the involvement of high-profile figures like
Ari Emanuel and Vince McMahon have been points of
discussion, reflecting both optimism for the future
of combat sports and entertainment and skepticism
regarding the cultural shift within WWE.
Stock
Performance: TKO's stock experienced a significant
rise after reporting a strong second-quarter earnings
report, nearly tripling its revenue from the previous
year's quarter, indicating investor confidence in
the company's direction under the new structure.
This
merger not only reshapes the landscape of sports entertainment
but also positions TKO Group Holdings as a major player
in the global entertainment industry, with ambitions
to expand its reach and influence through combined
resources and strategic partnerships.
News
Verstappen's
Trophy or Bust
Formula
1 is set to resume with the Dutch Grand Prix this
weekend, generating excitement among fans, particularly
for Max Verstappen who has a perfect record at this
event since its return to the calendar in 2021. Discussions
are centered around Verstappen's potential to win
again, with fans expressing high expectations and
some playful skepticism about others' interest in
the sport. Meanwhile, there have been significant
team changes; Lewis Hamilton's long-time race engineer,
Peter 'Bono' Bonnington, has been promoted to Head
of Race Engineering at Mercedes, ending speculation
about his move to Ferrari with Hamilton. This news
has stirred reactions among fans and within the F1
community, highlighting the dynamic shifts in team
structures and driver-engineer relationships. (Grok)
News
Ronaldo
Breaks YouTube Subscriber Record
Cristiano
Ronaldo launched his YouTube channel and within less
than 24 hours, he amassed over 14 million subscribers,
breaking the previous record held by Mr. Beast who
took 132 days to reach 10 million subscribers. Ronaldo's
channel not only set a new benchmark for the fastest
growth in subscribers but also highlighted his immense
global popularity, with his first video garnering
millions of views shortly after its release. This
achievement was celebrated by fans and commentators
alike, noting Ronaldo's unparalleled influence both
on and off the football pitch. (Grok)
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management/staff finds Grok A.I to be overall much
superior than that of the general A.I offerings of
the industry and believes that under Elon Musk management
and direction that the sky's the limit! Combat sports
on Mars anyone?! Grok/X Championship Of The World!
Movie
Box Office (North America)
August
18, 2024
1.
Alien: Romulus - $41.5m
2.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $29m
3.
It Ends with Us - $24m
4.
Twisters - $9.8m
5.
Coraline - $8.4m
6.
Despicable Me 4 - $6m
7.
Trap - $3.4m
8.
Inside Out 2 - $3.2m
9.
Stree 2 - $2.6m
10.
Borderlands - $2.4m
others...
Harold
and the Purple Crayon
Cuckoo
Longlegs
The
Firing Squad
A
Quiet Place: Day One
Bad
Boys: Ride or Die
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
Pop
Culture/Streaming Entertainment
Top
10 Movies Streaming (United States)
August
20, 2024
Top
10 movies
1.
The Instigators (Apple TV+)
2.
The Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (Hulu)
3.
The Bikeriders (Peacock)
4.
Deadpool 2 (Disney+)
5.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (Netflix)
6.
Twister (Max)
7.
Challengers (MGM+)
8.
If (Paramount+)
9.
Deadpool (Disney+)
10.
Wicked Little Letters (Netflix)
Pop
Culture/Streaming Entertainment
Top
10 Streaming TV (United States)
1.
The Umbrella Academy (Netflix)
2.
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (Netflix)
3.
Presumed Innocent (Apple TV+)
4.
House of the Dragon (Max)
5.
Industry (Max)
6.
Bad Monkey (Apple TV+)
7.
Time Bandits (Apple TV+)
8.
The Bear (Hulu)
9.
Evil (Paramount+)
10.
Batman: Caped Crusader (Prime Video)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
August
4, 2024
1.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $97m
2.
Twisters - $22.7m
3.
Trap - $15.6m
4.
Despicable Me 4 - $11.3
5.
Inside Out 2 - $6.7m
6.
Harold and the Purple Crayon - $6m
7.
Longlegs - $4.1m
8.
The Firing Squad - $1.6m
9.
A Quiet Place: Day One - $1.4m
10.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die - $601,000
others...
The
Fabulous Four
Fly
Me to the Moon
Raayan
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
*
Correct at time of publication
News
Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
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And X Buzz For Pop Culture
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In
Case You Missed It; Updated July 18, 2024
UFC
Partners With Crown Resorts (Melbourne, Australia)
UFC
Teams Up With PCYC (Sydney, Australia), as per tip
off 6 months ago
UFC
Explored Venue Deal With Manly Warringah Leagues Club
(Sea Eagles). Brookville, Sydney, Australia
WWE
prepares for show In Germany and Canada; Japan this
past week huge success
WWE
stars including Cody Rhodes, Rhea Ripley and Rey Mysterio
appear on Call Of Duty videogame upgrade
WWE
NXT ratings up; TNA Wrestling helped keep positive
momentum. TNA's Joe Hendry creates additional buzz,
web and social media traffic for NXT. Continues to
increase pro wrestling skills, technical etc, Fan
signs start to appear on prime WWE brands Raw and
SmackDown. NXT's Booker T stirs the pop with Joe Hendry:
"What's he doing here"?!
Pro
wrestling "forbidden door" strategy helps
ignite fan and sports media interest; Fresh dream
matches! AEW did start the recent ripple effect!
UFC
303 in Las Vegas over-delivers as management and fighters
demonstrate teamwork and massive work ethic
UFC's
Dana White X tie ins with Conor McGregor and Michael
Chandler indicate that the match will happen this
year to fans delight.
UFC
staying clear of political drama says Media Man agency;
Of course they respect the fight and "fight fight
fight" in Trump's will and ability to survive
just about anything than a sometimes crazy world can
throw at him; "American Bad *ss" - Dana
White
Bare
Knuckle Fighting Championship enjoys additional media
buzz since Conor McGregor deal announced; Website
traffic and PPV numbers on the rise - intel
WWE
Raw broadcast deal on track with Netflix including
in Australia - Jan 2025
Most
Valuable Promotions: Jake Paul received alternative
fight proposals from would be opponents to replace
Mike Tyson. Vs Tyson confirmed for November 15 in
Texas
Jake
Paul vs Mike Perry in 8-round boxing match on July
21 AEST in Tampa, Florida.
WWE
SummerSlam: August 3, 2024. Cleveland, Ohio.
Priest vs Gunther
Rhodes vs Sikoa
Bayley vs Jax
Morgan vs Ripley
Some surprises fully expected! No spoilers!
WWE
RAW: This past Raw Big Bronson Reed vs Sheamus help
spike X numbers and promotion for 'Twisters' movie;
Announcers Michael Cole and Pat McAfee send wrestling
media into positive spiral! Whips up X tsunami and
storm of movie interest and buzz. 'Twisters' via Univeral
Pictures. US release: July 19, 2024
CBD,
Canna, alternative health b2b deals prevent in combat
sports sector. Carma prevalent brand with Mike Tyson,
Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan...
CBD:
Matt Riddle, RVD and Sean Morley also prominent figures
with other brands, dispensaries and outlets
Pro
wrestling and MMA promotions become more educated
about benefits of SEO for websites to drive extra
quality traffic, buzz. Helps sell more tickets, merch
and grab additional balanced and positive news media
coverage
Australian
boxing gym exploring potential documentary; Australian,
Russian and U.S connection. Stay tuned!
Josh
Barnett's Bloodspot aka Bloodsport Bushido big hit
with fans and combat sports media in Japan. Ryogoku,
Kokugikan, Tokyo - June 22, 2024. Game Changer Wrestling
next big event: GCW Bloodsport XI - July 28, 2024.
Roulette Intermedium. Brooklyn, New York
Australian
based sports agency receives additional government
backed support; Need to know basis! More selective
of brand partners, affiliates and associates. Under
the watercooler!
TMZ
Sports becomes even more active in pro wrestling,
MMA and boxing coverage
ESPN's
Pat McAfee of The Pat McAfee Show as broadcast on
globally via ESPN, YouTube and socials, continues
to ruffle some ESPN top brass feathers and PM's fanbase
loves it; Sports Wars YouTube show generates even
additional buzz. UFC's Dana White appears on Pat McAfree
show and offers pro Trump comments and support.
Additional
details to follow.
Media/Entertainment:
Australia
TV
Week Logie Awards 2024
Winners
Gold
Logie Award for Most Popular Personality on Australian
Television - Larry Emdur
Best
Drama Program - RFDS, Seven Network
Best
News or Public Affairs Presenter - Ally Langon, A
Current Affair, Nine Network
Best
Comedy Entertainment Program - Have You Been Paying
Attention?, Network Ten
Best
Lead Actor in a Drama - Felix Cameron, Boy Swallows
Universe, Netflix
Beat
Scripted Comedy Program - Utopia, ABC
Best
Current Affairs Program - Australian Story, ABC
Best
Lead Actress in a Drama - Deborah Mailman, Total Control,
ABC
Best
Sports Coverage - FIFA Women's World Cup 2023, Seven
Network
Best
Competition Reality Program - MasterChef Australia,
Network 10
Best
Factual or Documentary Program - John Farnham: Finding
The Voice, Seven Network
Best
Miniseries or Telemovie - Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix
Best
News Coverage or Public Affairs Report - Ben Roberts-Smith:
The Truth, 60 Minutes, Nine Network
Best
Structured Program - Gogglebox Australia, Foxtel and
Network 10
Best
Lifestyle Program - Travel Guides, Nine Network
Bert
Newtown Award for Most Popular Presenter - Larry Emdur,
The Chase Australia and The Morning Show, Seven Network
Best
Supporting Actor - Bryan Brown, Boy Swallows Universe
Best
Lead Actor in a Comedy - Rob Sitch, Utopia, ABC
Graham
Kennedy Award for Most Popular New Talent - Felix
Cameron, Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix
Best
Supporting Actress - Sophie Wilde, Boy Swallows Universe,
Netflix
Best
Children's Program - Bluey, ABC
Best
Entertainment Program - The Voice Australia, Seven
Network
Best
Lead Actress in a Comedy - Kitty Flanagan, Utopia,
ABC
Pop
Culture/Streaming Entertainment
Top
10 Movies Streaming (United States)
1.
The Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (Hulu)
2.
Deadpool 2 (Disney+)
3.
Twister (Max)
4.
Deadpool (Disney+)
5.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (Netflix)
6.
Tarot (Netflix)
7.
If (Paramount+)
8.
Wicked Little Letters (Netflix)
9.
Challengers (MGM+)
10.
Abigail (Peacock)
Others
The
Beekeeper (Prime Video)
Find
Me Falling (Netflix)
My
Spy: The Eternal City (Netflix)
*correct
at time of publication
Streaming
TV (United States)
Top
10 TV
1.
House of the Dragon (Max)
2.
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (Netflix)
3.
Presumed Innocent (Apple TV+)
4.
Batman: Caped Crusader (Prime Video)
5.
Time Bandits (Apple TV+)
6.
The Decameron (Netflix)
7.
The Bear (Hulu)
8.
The Boys (Prime Video)
9.
Mayor of Kingstown (Paramount+)
10.
Evil (Paramount+)
Streaming
Service
An
online provider of entertainment (music, movies, multi-episode
series, etc.) that delivers content over an Internet
connection to the subscriber's computer, TV or mobile
device.
Netflix,
Amazon Prime, Binge (Australia), Kayo Sports (Australia),
Hulu, HBO, Disney, ESPN Plus, Gaia, Passionflix, Spotify,
Discovery, Peacock, Paramount Plus, Triller TV, UFC
Fight Pass, WWE Network and Apple TV+ are examples
of paid streaming services.
Examples
of free services include Amazon ABC iView, Freedive,
Free TV, Hoopla, Kanopy, Pluto TV, Roku Channel, Snagfilms,
Sony Crackle, SBS On Demand, Tubi TV, VUDU and Xumo.
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Speed; Media Man
August
2, 2024
News
U.F.C.
Abu Dhabi Fight Card
The
UFC event in Abu Dhabi on August 3rd, 2024, is generating
significant discussion among fans and analysts. The
main event features Umar Nurmagomedov against Cory
Sandhagen, with Nurmagomedov being favored by many.
The card includes other notable fighters like Deiveson
Figueiredo, Marlon Vera, and Shara. Predictions and
betting odds are being shared across social media,
and Khabib Nurmagomedov is expected to be in Umar's
corner. The event is free to watch on ABC Network,
further enhancing its accessibility and viewership.
Tony Ferguson has expressed his desire to continue
fighting in the UFC, while other fighters like Figueiredo
and Vera are also generating interest among fans.
The event promises to be an exciting showcase of talent
and competition in the world of mixed martial arts.
(Grok)
News
UFC
Abu Dhabi Event
The
upcoming UFC event in Abu Dhabi on August 2, 2024,
is generating significant buzz, featuring a main event
between undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov and Cory Sandhagen.
The event is free to watch on ABC Network and includes
notable fighters such as Deiveson Figueiredo and Marlon
Vera. The card also features Tony Ferguson, who has
expressed his desire to continue fighting in the UFC.
The event is anticipated to be a major one, with Khabib
Nurmagomedov expected to be in Umar's corner. Betting
predictions and discussions are prevalent across social
media platforms, with various analysts and fans sharing
their insights and picks for the fights.
News
Survivor
Series: WarGames in Vancouver
WWE
has announced that Survivor Series 2024 will be held
in Vancouver, Canada, marking the first WWE pay-per-view
event in the city since 1998. The event, featuring
the WarGames match format, is scheduled for November
30 at Rogers Arena. This decision has sparked excitement
among wrestling fans and local residents, with many
expressing enthusiasm about attending the event in
Vancouver. (Grok)
News
SummerSlam
Predictions and Anticipation
WWE
SummerSlam 2024 is generating significant anticipation
among fans, with many expressing excitement and making
predictions about the outcomes of various matches.
Key discussions revolve around potential returns of
prominent wrestlers such as Roman Reigns and The Rock,
as well as the outcomes of matches like Cody Rhodes
vs. Solo Sikoa and Liv Morgan vs. Rhea Ripley. The
event is set to feature a variety of matches that
fans are eagerly awaiting, including those involving
LA Knight, Logan Paul, and Gunther. The overall sentiment
is one of excitement and speculation, with fans looking
forward to a thrilling event. (Grok)
News
Rampage
Debuts for MxM & Private Party on AEW
All
Elite Wrestling (AEW) is gearing up for an exciting
lineup of events, including the highly anticipated
All In event scheduled for August 25, 2024. The event
is generating significant buzz among fans and is anticipated
to surpass the success of the previous year's event.
The card for All In features high-stakes matches such
as Bryan Danielson putting his career on the line
against Swerve, MJF facing Will Ospreay, and a tag
team grudge match involving Darby Allin, FTR, and
ROH Champion Sussex Co. Chicken against formidable
opponents. AEW is also promoting other shows like
AEW Dynamite and AEW Rampage, which feature matches
like Hangman Page vs. Darby Allin and MxM Collection's
debut against Private Party, respectively. The promotion
is leveraging various platforms and media to engage
with fans and build anticipation for these events.
(Grok)
News
Crawford
vs Madrimov: Pre-Fight Press Conference
Terence
Crawford and Israil Madrimov are set to face off in
a highly anticipated boxing match on August 3rd, as
part of the Riyadh Season Card. The event, which will
be available on PPV, has generated significant buzz
among boxing fans and media. The undercard for the
event is also noted for its quality, featuring a heavyweight
bout between Andy Ruiz Jr. and Jarrell Miller, as
well as other notable fights. The event is expected
to be a major draw, with fans eagerly anticipating
the outcome of the main event between Crawford and
Madrimov. (Grok)
News
TNA
Wrestling: Rascalz vs. Bailey, Seven & KUSHIDA
TNA
Wrestling's iMPACT episode on August 1, 2024, featured
a lineup of exciting matches and events. The show
included a TNA World Title match between Nic Nemeth
and Mustafa Ali, as well as the wedding of PCO and
Steph De Lander. Other matches included The Rascalz
in action against Mike Bailey, Trent Seven, and KUSHIDA
in a six-man tag team match, Frankie Kazarian vs.
Ryan Nemeth, and Jody Threat vs. Masha Slamovich.
The event was broadcasted on various platforms including
TNA+, AXS TV, DAZN, and YouTube, catering to a wide
audience. Fans and wrestling enthusiasts expressed
their anticipation and excitement for the event across
social media platforms. (Grok)
ROH
Ring
of Honor (ROH) is a professional wrestling promotion
recently acquired by Tony Khan, CEO of All Elite Wrestling
(AEW), Chief Football Strategy Officer of the Jacksonville
Jaguars, and GM/Sporting Director of Fulham F.C. ROH
has been holding events and television tapings, with
notable developments including Sammy Guevara's return
to help Dustin Rhodes against the Dark Order at the
July 28th tapings. The promotion has been building
new stars and continues to feature high-profile matches
and events. (Grok)
News
WWE
2K24 Online Stability Hotfix
WWE
2K24 released Patch 1.14 to address online stability
issues, which was automatically applied upon game
loading. The update aimed to fix problems with the
Pat McAfee Show Pack DLC for PS5 users, which was
resolved, allowing the pack to be downloaded. However,
the patch also caused issues with mods on PC, and
some users reported problems with Titantrons in create
an entrance and the unavailability of DLC for PlayStation
5 users. Despite these issues, WWE 2K24 encouraged
players to participate in a giveaway for SummerSlam
and provided a locker code for 7500 VC. (Grok)
Max
Verstappen's Potential Mercedes Move
Speculation
is rife about Max Verstappen potentially joining Mercedes,
fueled by recent high-profile departures from Red
Bull Racing. Despite the rumors, some fans express
skepticism about the likelihood of such a move. The
discussion also touches on the stability of other
drivers' positions within their teams, with some questioning
the rationale behind certain team decisions. Additionally,
there is discussion about the performance comparison
between Verstappen and his teammate, Perez, at Red
Bull Racing. (Grok)
News
Wheatley's
Move from Red Bull to Audi F1
Jonathan
Wheatley, the long-serving sporting director at Red
Bull Racing, is set to leave the team at the end of
the 2024 season to become the new team principal of
the Audi Formula 1 project. This move has been confirmed
by Red Bull and widely reported across various Formula
1 news outlets. Audi has not officially commented
on Wheatley's appointment, and there are indications
that they were not expecting the announcement. Wheatley's
departure marks a significant change in leadership
for Red Bull and a notable acquisition for Audi as
it prepares to enter Formula 1. The transition is
expected to take place after the 2024 season, with
Wheatley remaining in his current role until then.
(Grok)
News
WWE
NXT Great American Bash Week One
The
WWE NXT Great American Bash kicked off with a series
of exciting matches and events, including a WWE Women's
Tag Team Championship match where Alba Fyre &
Isla Dawn defended their titles against Jakara Jackson
& Lash Legend. Other highlights included a NXT
Women’s Championship match between Roxanne Perez
and Thea Hail, a live concert by Joe Hendry, and a
NXT Heritage Cup match between Tony D'Angelo and Tavion
Heights. Fans and commentators expressed excitement
and anticipation for the event, with many rooting
for their favorite wrestlers and speculating on potential
outcomes. (Grok)
News
NXT
Women's Championship: Roxanne Perez Retains
Roxanne
Perez successfully defended her NXT Women's Championship
against Thea Hail in a highly acclaimed match at NXT
GAB. The match was praised for its intensity and the
young ages of the competitors, with both being under
23 years old. The event also featured other notable
matches, including Joe Hendry expressing frustration
with Gallus and a confirmed match between Joe Hendry
and Joe Coffey for the following week. The overall
event was well-received, highlighting the talent and
potential of the NXT roster. (Grok)
News
Bowlin
Graham's Pocono Win Secures Playoff Spot
Graham
Bowlin secured a spot in the 2024 eNASCAR Coca-Cola
iRacing Series playoffs with a win at Pocono Raceway.
Despite missing out on the playoffs, drivers from
Spire Motorsports expressed pride in their team's
efforts. Nick Ottinger also secured a playoff spot,
marking the seventh consecutive season Team Conti
has fielded at least one car in the post-season. The
playoff lineup includes Steven Wilson, Parker White,
Nick Ottinger, Graham Bowlin, Vicente Salas, Bobby
Zalenski, Tucker Minter, Garrett Lowe, Dylan Duval,
and Daniel Faulkingham. (Grok)
News
CM
Punk's Top 5 Wrestlers of All Time
During
an interview on ESPN's First Take, CM Punk named his
top-5 wrestlers of all time, which included Harley
Race, Terry Funk, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Eddie Guerrero,
and initially Ricky Steamboat, but he later switched
to Roddy Piper. This selection sparked discussions
among fans and commentators, with some expressing
surprise at the absence of Bret Hart from the list.
Punk also highlighted Stone Cold Steve Austin as the
biggest superstar in the industry. The interview took
place ahead of SummerSlam 2024, which is set to occur
in a few days, generating anticipation among wrestling
fans. (Grok)
News
Cedric
Alexander's NXT Victory
Cedric
Alexander emerged victorious in a match against Brooks
Jensen on the WWE NXT show. The win was unexpected
by some fans and commentators, and it was celebrated
by many on social media. The event also featured other
matches and announcements, including a promo by Pete
Dunne about his upcoming match with Trick Williams.
(Grok)
News
UFC
Abu Dhabi Event
The
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is set to host
a highly anticipated event in Abu Dhabi this Saturday,
featuring a stacked card of fights. Notable fighters
on the card include Tony Ferguson, Cory Sandhagen,
and Mackenzie Dern. The event is free and open to
the public, with a live broadcast on various platforms.
Fans and analysts are discussing the matchups and
sharing their predictions and betting tips for the
fights. Cory Sandhagen is a key focus of the event,
with many fans and analysts predicting a strong performance
from him in his fight against Umar Nurmagomedov. (Grok)
News
AEW
Returns and Criticisms
The
recent episode of AEW's Dynamite received mixed reactions
from fans and critics, sparking discussions on various
aspects of the show. Topics included the return of
a star after a five-month absence, the company's approach
to pushing certain talents, and comparisons between
AEW and WWE. Some fans expressed disappointment in
the show's content and booking decisions, while others
praised specific moments and storylines. The discourse
highlighted a range of opinions and critiques regarding
AEW's current direction and its relationship with
its audience and competitors. (Grok)
News
AEW
Collision Viewership Drop Amid Summer Events
AEW
Collision viewership experienced a significant drop,
averaging 383,000 viewers with a 0.12 P18-49 rating,
marking a 19% decrease from the previous week. This
decline was attributed to tough competition from the
Olympics. Meanwhile, WWE's SummerSlam is generating
anticipation, with fans expressing mixed feelings
about the event and the potential outcomes for their
favorite wrestlers. (Grok)
News
Grok
Search: TNA Wrestling
Total
Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) is an American professional
wrestling promotion founded in 2002 by Jeff Jarrett
and Jerry Jarrett. It is currently owned by Anthem
Sports & Entertainment and is based in Nashville,
Tennessee. TNA was initially known as NWA: Total Nonstop
Action until 2004 when it rebranded to its current
name.
TNA
has been known for its innovative matches and storylines,
and it has featured many notable wrestlers such as
Kurt Angle, Sting, AJ Styles, Samoa Joe, and Jeff
Hardy. The promotion has also been praised for its
women's division, known as the Knockouts Division,
which features some of the top female wrestlers in
the world.
TNA
has faced a number of challenges over the years, including
changes in ownership and a decline in viewership.
However, the promotion has continued to produce entertaining
and innovative content, and it remains a significant
player in the world of professional wrestling. (Grok)
News
Umar
vs Sandhagen for Title Shot
Umar
Nurmagomedov is set to face Cory Sandhagen at UFC
Abu Dhabi, with the winner potentially earning a title
shot against the victor of the Sean O'Malley vs Merab
Dvalishvili bout. The event also features Tony Ferguson,
who is looking to make a comeback. The fight card
is generating significant interest and betting activity
among fans and analysts. Additionally, there are discussions
about potential matchups for Shakur Stevenson, including
a verbal agreement for a fight with William Zepeda,
although no official agreement has been reached yet.
The event is also notable for Khabib Nurmagomedov's
involvement in Umar's corner. (Grok)
News
Ruiz
vs Miller: Boxing Showdown in Riyadh
On
August 3, 2024, a significant boxing event is set
to take place featuring several high-profile matches.
The main event includes a face-off between Andy Ruiz
and Jarrell Miller, which has garnered significant
attention and anticipation. Other notable fights on
the card include a matchup between Isaac Pitbull and
Jose Valenzuela, which is expected to be a highlight
of the evening. Additionally, the event features the
return of Andy Cruz against Antonio Moran, adding
to the excitement. The event is part of the Riyadh
Season and will be broadcasted on ESPN Plus PPV. (Grok)
News
Russell
Disqualified, Hamilton Wins Belgian GP
Lewis
Hamilton was declared the winner of the Belgian Grand
Prix after his teammate George Russell was disqualified
for having an underweight car. Russell initially crossed
the line first but was stripped of his win due to
the technical violation. Hamilton's victory marked
his second win in three races, sparking discussions
among fans and commentators about the nature of his
win and Russell's performance. The disqualification
also led to Oscar Piastri being promoted to second
place, and Charles Leclerc finishing third for Ferrari.
(Grok)
News
F1
Drivers Pole Positions and Race Outcomes Debate
In
recent Formula 1 races, Charles Leclerc has been praised
for his ability to secure pole positions and maintain
leads in a slower car, contrasting with Lando Norris's
performance in a faster car. Max Verstappen has consistently
performed well, often starting from lower positions
and finishing higher, despite debates about the relative
performance of his car. The current season is highly
competitive, with several drivers from different teams
closely competing in points, highlighting the tight
competition in Formula 1. (Grok)
News
US
Women's Rugby Wins First Olympic Medal
The
United States women's rugby sevens team won their
first Olympic medal, a bronze, in a dramatic match
against Australia at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The
victory was sealed by a last-minute try and conversion
by Alex Sedrick. Meanwhile, Simone Biles led the United
States to a dominant victory in the women's gymnastics
team final, securing her fifth career Olympic gold
medal and becoming the most decorated U.S. Olympic
gymnast in history with a total of 8 medals. (Grok)
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By
Sam Buckingham-Jones
August
9, 2024
News
Corp, the publishing and broadcast giant controlled
by the Murdoch family, has put its majority-owned
Australian pay television platform Foxtel up for sale
after a nine-month strategic review of its assets.
Outlining
its financial results on Friday, News Corp said there
was “third-party interest” in Foxtel, which
owns a pay TV business, streaming services Binge and
Kayo Sports, and aggregation platform Hubbl.
“We
are confident in the company’s long-term prospects
and are continuing to review our portfolio with a
focus on maximising returns for shareholders,”
News Corp chief executive Robert Thomson said.
“That
review has coincided recently with third-party interest
in a potential transaction involving the Foxtel ...
We are evaluating options for the business with our
advisors in light of that external interest.”
News
Corp owns 65 per cent of Foxtel, and Telstra owns
the rest.
Foxtel
has spent the past decade pivoting to the streaming
era, building Kayo and Binge – which have much
leaner profit margins – while preserving its
legacy base of around 1 million subscribers who pay,
on average, $90 a month. It has grown its total paying
subscription base to 4.7 million people.
Any
sale of Foxtel would have a flow-on effect on long-term
content deals, multi-billion dollar sports rights
packages, and more.
Mr
Thomson told analysts that News Corp had a “significant
overture that we are naturally assessing”, but
declined to provide further details.
“We
have full faith in the potential of Foxtel and the
talented team at Foxtel,” he said. “On behalf
of shareholders, we have to evaluate any interest
… You’ll have to stay tuned. Not indefinitely,
not perpetually, not ad infinitum.” (Credit:
The Australian Financial Review) @FinancialReview
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Elon
Musk’s X Files Antitrust Suit Against Global
Advertising Alliance
August
6, 2024
Elon
Musk’s social media platform X has launched a
significant antitrust lawsuit against the Global Alliance
for Responsible Media (GARM) and several of its member
companies, alleging an illegal ad boycott that targeted
the platform. The lawsuit, filed in Texas, is aimed
at GARM, its parent firm World Federation of Advertisers
(WFA), and members including CVS Health, Mars, Orsted
and Unilever.
In
an open letter to advertisers, X CEO Linda Yaccarino
highlighted the reasons behind the lawsuit, stating
that it was a direct response to GARM’s actions
which allegedly cost the company billions of dollars.
“This is not a decision we took lightly, but
it is a direct consequence of their actions,”
Yaccarino wrote. “The illegal behavior of these
organizations and their executives cost X billions
of dollars” per The New York Post.
The
lawsuit is seeking trebled compensatory damages and
injunctive relief, according to a complaint viewed
by The New York Post. GARM, led by Robert Rakowitz,
is an initiative of the WFA, which represents many
of the world’s largest companies and ad organizations,
including Disney and Coca-Cola. Its members control
90% of global marketing spending, nearly $1 trillion
per year.
Yaccarino
emphasized that the issue extends beyond financial
damages. “This case is about more than damages
— we have to fix a broken ecosystem that allows
this illegal activity to occur,” she added.
According
to The New York Post, the suit argues that the boycott
undermined the marketplace of ideas by financially
harming certain viewpoints over others. (Credit: PYMNTS)
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article and coverage via PYMNTS
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Musk takes GARM, several companies to court over alleged
advertising boycott of X outlined in bombshell report
August
7, 2024
Tech
billionaire Elon Musk has taken several companies
and an advertising alliance to court over allegations
of a "boycott" of X.
Elon
Musk has waged “war” against advertisers
as his social media platform X filed an antitrust
lawsuit against a global ad alliance and several major
companies, accusing them of illegally boycotting the
site.
X
filed a suit in a federal court in Texas against the
World Federation of Advertisers (WFA), the Global
Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM) and its members
CVS Health, Mars, Orsted and Unilever.
The
suit comes after a report from the US House of Representatives
Judiciary Committee found GARM and its members “directly
organised boycotts” and employed other indirect
tactics to target disfavoured “platforms, content
creators” and news organisations to demonetise
them.
It
alleges that GARM’s boycott led advertisers to
pull money from X under the guise of “brand safety”
concerns.
X’s
CEO Linda Yaccarino argued this tactic hindered users
on the social media platform from accessing a wide
breadth of ideas by funding alternative viewpoints.
“The
consequence - perhaps the intent - of this boycott
was to seek to deprive X’s users, be they sports
fans, gamers, journalists, activists, parents or political
and corporate leaders, of the Global Town Square,”
she wrote.
“To
put it simply, people are hurt when the marketplace
of ideas is undermined and some viewpoints are not
funded over others as part of an illegal boycott.”
Mr
Musk shared his colleague’s statement to the
platform and boldly declared: “We tried peace
for 2 years, now it is war.”
He
later encouraged “any company who has been systematically
boycotted” to file a suit.
Following
his post, video sharing platform Rumble joined Mr
Musk’s lawsuit, claiming it has also been impacted
towards GARM’s alleged skew away from right wing
voices and ideologies.
The
platform announced its move on X where it accused
GARM of being “a conspiracy to perpetrate an
advertiser boycott of Rumble and others, and that's
illegal”.
Since
Musk took over the social media platform in October
2022, X has suffered a serious dive in ad dollars
with the platform taking in US$2.5 billion in 2023,
according to Bloomberg.
This
was down from the US$1bn it was bringing in every
quarter of 2022.
Musk
triggered controversy again in November 2023 when
he endorsed an anti-Semitic conspiracy theory that
Jewish communities push “hatred against whites”.
The
X owner responded: “You have said the actual
truth,” sparking an advertiser exodus that was
reported to have lost the company as much as $75m,
per The New York Times.
He
made headlines again in the same month after blasting
advertisers boycotting the social media platform,
boldly declaring: “Go f**k yourself”.
“If
somebody is going to try to blackmail me with advertising,
blackmail me with money, go f**k yourself. Go f**k
yourself. Is that clear? I hope it is,” he said.
(Sky News Australia)
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Australian
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Iron
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USD)
Oil
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Box
Office News (North America)
Movie
Box Office (North America)
July
28, 2024
1.
Deadpool & Wolverine - $205m
2.
Twisters - $35.3m
3.
Despicable Me 4 - $14.2
4.
Inside Out 2 - $8.3m
5.
Longlegs - $6.8m
6.
A Quiet Place: Day One - $3m
7.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die - $1.3m
8.
The Fabulous Four - $1m
9.
Fly Me to the Moon - $950,000
10.
Raayan - $453,000
others...
Bad
Newz
MaXXXine
The
Bikeriders
Sound
of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Horizon:
An American Saga
The
Lion King
Kalki
2898 AD
Kinds
of Kindness
The
Garfield Movie
Kingdom
of the Planet of the Apes
Jatt
& Juliet 3
Blue
Lock Thee Movie - Episode Nagi
Daddio
Janet
Planet
The
Watchers
IF
The
Exorcism
Thelma
GHOST
Rite Here Rite Now
Furiosa:
A Mad Max Story
The
Fall Guy
The
Strangers: Chapter 1
The
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings
Haikyuu!!
The Dumpster Battle
In
a Violent Nature
Ezra
Sight
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Box
office numbers down approx 70 percent from last year
(References:
Wikipedia, Box Office Mojo, IMDb, Deadline and The
Hollywood Reporter)
1.
Kung Fu Panda 4 - $30 million
2.
Dune: Part Two - $29.1 million
3.
Arthur the King - $7.5 million
4.
Imaginary - $5.6 million
5.
Cabrini - $2.8 million
6.
Love Lies Bleeding - $2.5 million
7,
Bob Marley: One Love - $2.3 million
8.
One Life - $1.7 million
9.
The American Society of Magical Negroes - $1.3 million
10.
Ordinary Angels - $1 million
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Promos
Matter In Pro Wrestling
WWE's
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The Month winner and finalist. What some don't know
is that Kross would wipe the mat with most of the
world's pro wrestlers in an uncontrolled aka real-
insert your own word, situation. Wrestler, fighter,
MMA and master promo.
Promos
In The Who Have Impressed Of Late In Addition To Kross
Include: Logan Paul, LA Knight, Paul Heyman, Solo
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in nature, but these days Karrions are motion picture
grade in our view. Netflix Movies, Blumhouse and others
surely have an eagle eye on.
Previously
known as names such as:
"The
White Rabbit"
"The People's Executioner"
"The Devil Of Monterrey"
The
WWE Universe should wake up and know him as a man
not to mess with. Ala the legendary "Macho Man"
Randy Savage, "The cream always rises to the
top". Cheers to the worldwide Kross Cult/Kult.
So Sayeth.
Promo:
"What
are you doing, Woods? What are you doing? No, no,
no. Please don’t do that. Do not involve other
people in our business. I don’t like that. I
don’t appreciate it. Not only that, it defeats
the entire purpose of everything I’m trying to
do for you. I’m trying to help you stand on your
own two feet. I never said, ‘Don’t ever
talk to Kofi again,’ or, ‘You can’t
visit him on the holidays,’ or, ‘You can
never tag with him again.’ All I suggested was
that you take a step away from New Day. You had I
guess your own interpretation of that. Don’t
turn me into the bad guy here. Kofi’s the bad
guy. You, I’m suspicious of at this point because
all you’re gonna do for those guys is get them
severely hurt. I don’t know what you’re
trying to do here. Are you trying to replace the New
Day? You think these two guys are gonna be the next
Big E and Kofi Kingston? No, brother. It doesn’t
work that way. This is not going to help you. The
only thing that’s going to help you is to learn
how to stand on your own two feet and then, you come
with me. If you’re not going to do that, well,
next Monday, I’m gonna see you, like I always
do. When I do, I’m gonna step on your head. Then
I’m gonna leave you where I find you, just like
I do. Because after all, you beat me once, right?
Haha. Sure you did. You beat me where Kofi couldn’t.
That’s the confidence we want. I’m telling
you right now, that’s never gonna happen again.
You understand what I’m trying to tell you? Get
rid of these guys, or else. Tick tock" Karrion
Kross
https://x.com/realKILLERkross/status/1813032453449347141
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was my last good role, says iconic actress Sharon
Stone
Sharon
Stone has said she never got a good part again after
1995's Casino and described herself as "the invisible
actress".
The
Basic Instinct star, now a stunning 66, has since
appeared in films such as Catwoman, Lovelace and Basic
Instinct 2.
Stone
was passed over on snatching an Oscar for Martin Scorsese's
crime thriller Casino to Susan Sarandon in Dead Man
Walking.
Speaking
on high profile Louis Theroux Podcast, Stone disclosed
The Godfather director Francis Ford Coppola warned
her in advance that this would be the case.
She
said: "Francis put his hand on my shoulder and
he said: 'I need to talk to you.'
"He
said: 'You're not going to win the Oscar.'
'I
want you to feel like you're going to cry now. I don't
want you to cry in the room, and that's why I'm doing
this, and it feels so mean right now.
"'But
I didn't win for The Godfather and Marty didn't win
for Raging Bull, and you're not going to win for Casino."
Coppola
said none of them won because the Academy couldn't
"hear opera", she remembered.
"'This
is not the level of films they want," she remembers
him saying.
Discussing
attending the Oscars when she knew she was going to
lose, she said: "You have to pretend it's fantastic
and it's not fantastic.
"And
then I didn't get any good parts ever again for the
rest of my entire life."
When
Theroux replied: "That can't be true. I'm sure
there were other movies you did that were good,"
she replied: "No, and guess what? I hate it."
She
continued: "It's easier to say: 'She's cold',
or: 'I don't like her', or: 'She's difficult', or:
'She must be sick', or: 'She's too old', or that 'she's
hard to cast', or: 'We don't know what to do with
her.'
Stone
also touched on her experiences with disgraced and
vulgar producer Harvey Weinstein, who is in the clink
(jail) for sex offences and with whom she she crossed
paths at events for the Aids charity Amfar.
She
said: "I had a long time of dealing with Harvey
and I'm really glad that he's in prison and I think
he should stay there with the rest of the people who
are like him. Harvey's a pig. He's an octopus and
you're just always getting one of his tentacles off
you."
Asked
if she was too powerful for him to try to coerce into
sex, she said: "He would say things to me like:
'You know, you think you're such a princess, Sharon,'
as I would unwind him off me.
"And
I'd say: 'Yeah, I think I'm the queen of France. F***
off.'
"But
he was certainly comfortable with throwing me across
the room. He was physically violent to me on more
than one occasion because he was so angry at me because
I wouldn't do what he wanted me to do."
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first Xmas wish is to produce James Bond #23, rumoured to be directed by Sam Mendes
and starring Daniel Craig (again), despite many leaks saying that means it will
be a gay Bond (for real), if you follow. The
James Bond franchise has long been a fav of casino and gambling lovers, with Casino
Royale being the top pick for most punters. MGM
Studios has been going through the wars as of late, with the filing of bankruptcy
hanging around their neck. Their massive financial troubles led to the delay of
not only The Hobbit, directed by New Zealander Peter Jackson, but also James Bond
23 starring the Daniel Craig. The
studio just underwent a giant restructuring and was able to acquire $500 million
worth of credit from financial powerhouse JP Morgan, a good lot of which will
likely be spent on the sequel to Quantum of Solace. MGM is expected to partner
with Sony for co-financing, as it has done a few times previously with Casino
Royale and Quantum of Solace. Bond
fans, did you know that 2012 marks the fiftieth anniversary of Dr. No (1962),
the very first James Bond movie ever, which makes it bloody good timing to release
a new Bond movie. The studio will be attempting to secure and shore up its cast,
director, and screenplay for the new movie in very short order. The
studio had previously announced that Peter Morgan, and frequent Bond collaborators
Neal Purvis and Robert Wade, would be penning a draft of Bond 23. Purvis and Wade
have worked on every James Bond flick since The World Is Not Enough, and that
includes Die Another Day, Casino Royale, and Quantum of Solace - the last two
of which were rewritten, to some extent, by Paul Haggis. Rumors
have been flying for months have indicated that Sam Mendes (American Beauty, Revolutionary
Road) is leading the pack to direct the new movie. Now, Mendes is not a filmmaker
known for his action style skills. He did however direct Road to Perdition, co-starring
none other than Daniel Craig. As
of press, James Bond will not be film in 3D. Oh, did we mention Media Man is the
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Entertainment's The Avengers: New Mexico Connection... Marvel
Entertainment's biggest film project of all time is is now New Mexico’s biggest
film production ever as 'The Avengers' confirms its 2011 shooting locations. Thor
not only hits off the summer movie season of 2011, but it sets up events that
will culminate in the Marvel superhero team-up epic, The Avengers, the following
year. With story elements of Thor taking place in New Mexico, and the production
shooting in Santa Fe and Galisteo, it’s of little surprise to see Marvel
Studios returning once again for their biggest project ever. New
Mexico Governor Bill Richardson and Marvel Studios officially announced the agreement
making The Avengers the single largest film production in the state’s history.
The current schedule has Joss Whedon’s The Avengers shooting in New Mexico
between April and September of next year, using both Albuquerque Studios and of
course, the beautiful and vast surrounding locations that so many other major
Hollywood flicks have used. The
Avengers also is set to shoot action in Michigan and New York but production will
primarily take place in New Mexico’s largest city Albuquerque. Governor
Richardson talks to local economic benefits to New Mexico: "In addition to
being our biggest production to date, The Avengers will be the most technologically
advanced and will provide cutting-edge training opportunities for our crew…
I’m announcing this as a Christmas present of sorts to the people of New
Mexico. This is a perfect example of the incredible job creation, economic impact
and global visibility this industry has brought our state over the past eight
years, and of the need to keep it moving forward." So
Marvel heroes fans, be looking out for Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth,
Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner, Scarlett Johansson, Clark Gregg and Samuel L. Jackson. Thor
opens May 5, 2011; The First Avenger: Captain America hits July 22, 2011 and The
Avengers is scheduled to debut May 4, 2012. Spider-Man:
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Games And Play Dress Up... The
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web. Sick to death of waiting for the problematic Broadway show to officially
open, critics for two mainstream news companies released early and negative reviews
of the $65 million musical, which won't officially open until February 7. Writing
for Bloomberg News, the influential financial news wire service, veteran critic
John Simon slammed the show as "an unfocused hodge-podge of story-telling,
myth-making and spectacle that comes up short in every department. A few good
songs would help, in which department the show is sorely lacking," Simon
wrote in the review late Sunday night. Like most rock stars, Bono and The Edge
haven’t a clue about writing for the theatre." The
U2 legends wrote the score for the show, which was directed by Lion King helmer
Julie Taymor. Both
Simon and Newsday's Linda Winer defended their premature reviews on the grounds
that the show was charging full ticket prices in some cases more than $200 a seat
for the performances, and that the opening date had been pushed back twice. Winer
called the show's infamous high-flying acrobatics "exciting and scary, in
a circus way" but dismissed the second act as "weak." Simon
was also impressed with the flying scenes: "An hour of anticipation for about
90 seconds of exhilaration," he wrote. Would
you believe four actors have been injured during the show's rehearsals, including
a horrible injury to lead aerialist Chris Tierney last week. Critics
almost never publish their reviews of productions before the official opening
night. Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark has pushed back its debut twice. The
New York Times said in a posting to its arts blog that it would not review the
show until the official opening. Media
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good. Sorry guys. Underbelly
TV Movie Legal Problems... Network
Nine may be forced to shelve forever one of its Underbelly telemovies because
of legal action in the state of New South Wales. Tell
Them Lucifer Was Here, the first of 3vtelemovies being made under the Underbelly
Files title, tells the story of the 1998 murders of Victoria cops Rod Miller and
Gary Silk. After
a probing investigation by the Lorimer Task Force, Bandali Debs and Jason Roberts
were found guilty of the double murder in 2003. Debs was sentenced to life in
prison, Roberts to 35 years. The
subject seemed relatively safe... for true crime. Reader may recall the first
Underbelly could not be screened in Victoria. However,
anything that identifies "Debs" could be a bit no go zone in NSW. On
September 24, the Victorian Government Solicitor applied to the Melbourne Magistrates
Court to have Debs transferred to a NSW prison for questioning over the death
of a Sydney prostitute 15 years ago. Debs's
lawyer, Michael De Young, did not oppose the application, saying his client maintained
his innocence and was confident of being acquitted and returned to Victoria. New
South Wales Police have been trying for 2 years to question Debs...also was convicted
in 2007 of the 1997 murder of 18-year-old sex worker Kristy Harty...and reckon
they have enough evidence to link him to the killing. The
transfer order was granted by the court, but Debs had 14 days to appeal the decision. Channel
Nine has 3 options: rush the Silk-Miller telemovie out before NSW police have
laid any charges that might arise from the interview; release the telemovie in
all states bar NSW if charges are laid; or hold off for a national release until
any case has been heard. Nine
has has yet to comment on this matter. Underbelly
#4 To Hit Aussie TV... A
4th Underbelly series to screen in 2011 promises to showcase the birth of organised
crime in Australia. Based
in Sydney in the roaring 1920s, Underbelly Razor tells the story of the bloody
battle between "vice queens" Tilly Devine and her rival Kate Leigh. The
Nine Network are calling it their most "ambitious and daring" Underbelly
series yet. It
will be joined by 3 Underbelly telemovies - Tell Them Lucifer was Here, Infiltration
and The Man Who Got Away...which were announced earlier in the year. Aussie
Poker Celeb King Shane Warnie Tag Team With Wolverine Hugh Jackman In Cricket
Nets; Jackman Hit In Balls (Almost) In Lead Up To Boxing Day Ashes Test... The
tag team led the celebrity contingent to the Melbourne Cricket Group for the prestigious
Boxing Day Test. 'Our Hugh' got hit in the balls by a Warnie spinner, so it seemed,
but he had a cup on, perhaps taking safeguards, after getting hit in the eye with
a foreign object at his Oprah Winfrey grand entrance via way of flying fox a couple
of weeks ago. Wolverine Jackman joined other famous mugs in the crowd, including
Opposition Leader Tony 'The Bruiser' Abbott and veteran English talk show king
Sir Michael Parkinson aka 'Parkie'. Premier Ted Baillieu and wife Robyn also tagged
along, as did Eddie "Everywhere" McGuire, Cathy Freeman and Molly Meldrum.
In a smart and rather cunning move, just outside the MCG sports stars and entertainment
biz celebs tag teamed a game of cricket which raised money for the McGrath Foundation.
The foundation ambassador Lee Furlong joined ex-cricketers Justin Langer and Michael
Slater, Glen Moriarty, Kris Smith and Guy Sebastian at the friendly game. Earlier,
Shane Warne made one of his very first public appearances since the "Hurley-burley",
acting as host for his fav Shane Warne Foundation's annual Boxing Day breakfast
at Crown. Warne mate, James Packer, attended, along with wife Erica in a show
of support. Singer Leo Sayer also entertained to an appreciative crowd that included
Glenn Robbins, Mark Taylor, Ian Healy, Aaron Hamill and Bill Brownless. A great
day was had by all, as best we can tell. Aussie
Poker Celeb Shane Warne And UK Sort Liz Hurley: Come Down Under And Come In Spinner?... Is
Liz Hurley coming to Australia? Getting spotted at Heathrow Airport sent press
into a frenzy and created munch speculation she will keep her date with Warnie.
Friends of Hurley told the Pommie press she had dumped the cricket spin legend
after learning he had sent more than 100 sexy text messages to another woman behind
her back. Warnie is known for his ability to sent sexy texts that can get the
right response. Now it appears Liz may have reconsidered after attempts to stop
an imminent divorce and rekindle her relationship with husband Arun Nayar reportedly
failed. During her public flirtation with the spinner on Twitter, Hurley wrote
that she was keen to attend the January 3 "Pink Test," which supports
the Jane McGrath Foundation. Talk about a play on words "Pink Test",
got to love her form. Liz also told Warnie she would "definitely" make
an appearance on his Channel Nine chat show if she made it to Sydney. Sources
close to the Aussie spinner have said the cricketer was devastated after being
apparently dropped by Hurley, having previously confided his desire to marry her.
Both Hurley and Warne announced on Twitter that they had split from their respective
partners shortly after spending 2 delightful, fun filled nights together at a
luxury London hotel earlier this month and being papped kissing outside a restaurant.
Warne was last week caught in the outfield sending erotic texts, including, "I
want to see you riding me" to middle-aged Melbourne mum Adele Angeleri. In
an apparent attempt to win Hurley back after the messages were published in the
British tabloids he logged back on to Twitter to pen "No matter what anyone
says if you know in your heart… who cares what people think / say !!!"
Hurley was snatched in the airport mess at Heathrow, where snowy conditions caused
widespread cancellations from Saturday, leaving over 100,000 punters stranded,
having their patience tested. A fellow traveler said the swimwear model and well
loved celeb babe "looked nervous" as she attempted to blend in with
the crowd, wearing large sunglasses and dressing down. "She'd dressed down
and it was clear she wanted to be left alone," the witness told The Sun.
"She looked like a woman with a lot on her mind." Liz’s office
refused to comment on her travel plans. Whatever the case, we wish Liz (and Warnie)
well on any of their upcoming travel plans. Betting
For Aussies On TV And Film Success: Not Yet... Many
Australia's remain pissed that they are not able to bet on financial outcomes
of upcoming TV shows and motion pictures. Passionate Aussies has been reading
reports filed by Media Man and Gambling911 on Box Office betting exchanges, but
none of the action has come to Australia, so us Aussies can't be on it. We're
not sure any Yankees of Canooks got to bet on outcomes either. Sly, Arnie and
Wall Street - when you read this, give us an update please. We want to bet on
movie and TV outcomes. PartyGaming and Virgin were rumoured to have some interest
in the concept, but nothing has eventuated from our probe as yet. Oh, if you want
to see the way Hollywood used to work, do yourself a favor and rent or buy 'The
Last Mogul', which told the career story of the late Lew Wasserman. Oh, we heard
you want a review, so here it is mates... The
Last Mogul: The Life And Times Of Lew Wasserman... For
the second half of the 20th century, Lew Wasserman was without question the most
powerful money man in show business, even if most people had no idea who he was.
Born in Cleveland, OH, in 1913, Wasserman started out booking music gigs for mob-controlled
clubs, and quickly became an agent for Music Corporation of America, which became
the most lucrative music agency in America. Funny that. As Wasserman rose through
the ranks at MCA, he established such innovative business practices as "packaging"
talent i.e: booking hot acts and artists only in a package deal with other artists
who were not as talented, to put it politely, and took the company into managing
acting talent in Hollywood, where he re invented the film industry forever by
negotiating a ground-breaking deal for James Stewart on the film Winchester '73,
which reduced the actor's up-front salary in favor of a cut of the movie's profits,
earning the actor a mint in the process. Under Wasserman's lead at MCA, the company
took over Universal Pictures, established the studio's television branch and made
it the most important production outlet in the business), created the hugely successful
Universal City studio tours, and expanded MCA's recording branch into one of the
biggest record companies in the world. Wasserman was also politically well connected.
Ronald Reagan was one of his early clients when MCA want Hollywood), and was reputed
to have some handy connections to organized crime. Wasserman was a secretive fellow
who did not give interviews or commit anything to writing if it could be avoided,
but he knew nearly everyone in show business. The Last Mogul: The Life and Times
of Lew Wasserman is a documentary that through interviews with his friends and
business associates beautifully showcases his remarkable career, from his childhood
in Ohio to his death in 2002. Yep, there's mob ties and such, but hey, that's
show business. Wrap
Up... Readers...
er, punters, how did you like our report? What films and celebs take your liking?
As Shane Warne says, 'How good was that?!". Have you been naughty or nice?
Did Santa give you what you had hoped for? What have you got planned for New Year's
Eve? Tell us in the forum. If
you have a bet, please bet with your head, not over it, and for God's sake, have
fun. *Greg
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- Hollywood Entertainment News, by Greg Tingle - 29th November 2010 Sylvester
Stallone Sex Film 'The Party at Kitty and Stud's' Sells For $400K on eBay... Sly,
The Italian Stallion himself, is back in action…erotic action, sort of...
The rights to a soft-porn film starring Sylvester Stallone four decades ago, was
sold on e-Bay for $412,100. The then strapped-for-cash star made his on-screen
debut in the 1970 film "The Party at Kitty and Stud's." Stallone played
Stud, a young man who, along with his oversexed lover Kitty, enjoys inviting various
women into their bed. The 71-minute movie was eventually renamed "The Italian
Stallion" by Bryanston Distributors after the actor became famous in "Rocky."
Now that the rights have been purchased (the owner has not yet been identified),
it's likely the film will be re-released, The Sun reported. In an interview in
the 1970s, Stallone, now 64, told Playboy that he was so poor that he had to take
the role. "It was either do that movie or rob someone because I was at the
end—at the very end—of my rope. Instead of doing something desperate,
I worked two days for $200." After filming "Rocky," the erotic
filmmakers tried to sell the movie back to Stallone for $100,000, but the actor
said he "wouldn't pay two bucks for it," according to AOL's Moviefone.
Last year MGM unsuccessfully tried to buy the flick. Sly, you've cum a long way
since then. U2
legend Bono Waits For Table At Australian Bondi Beaches' Icebergs... Bono
snuck into 'Sin City' Sydney on Saturday. He headed for a eat and a drink as he
often does when down under. The renowned Irish rock singer, who spent two weeks
at Sydney's Bungan Beach with his family in 2006 completely undetected, casually
strolled into Rose Bay nosherie Catalina on Sunday for a seafood feed with guitarist
The Edge (David Evans) and the eatery's owner, Michael McMahon. On Saturday night
he arrived unannounced at Icebergs Dining Room and Bar at Bondi Beach and like
a normal person waited or a table at the "no reservations" restaurant.
"He was having a red cocktail but didn't finish it because a table became
available," advised a deepthroat. No, not a Stallone type of deepthroat you
rascals. The U2 360 tour begins in Melbourne this Wednesday night. Avatar
Michelle Rodriguez Star Teams Up With Sea Shepherd In Perth... Hollywood
babe actress Michelle Rodriguez, star of Avatar, was in Fremantle supporting anti-whaling
activist group Sea Shepherd. Rodriguez has been aboard Sea Shepherd’s flagship
vessel MY Steve Irwin. The crew are replenishing supplies before heading to the
Southern Ocean in December. The trip, dubbed 'Operation No Compromise', will be
Sea Shepherd’s seventh mission into the frigid waters of Antarctica to attempt
to stop the slaughter of whales by Japanese "scientific researchers".
Among the crew are three Perth residents including former Labor Attorney General
Jim McGinty’s brother Kevin McGinty, Steven Bennett and Georgie Dicks. Captain
Locky MacLean said the crew are looking forward to having Rodriguez on board.
The group, which uses rather militant art of war tactics in its fight against
whaling, made headlines early this year when their stealth vessel the Ady Gill
was "cut in half" by Japanese whalers. This year, a new monohull fast
vessel called the Ocean Adventurer will replace the Ady Gill. SS are currently
seeking a large sponsor which would give them the naming rights to use 'Godzilla'.
Something like that. Sea Shepherd’s Australian Director Jeff Hansen said:
"It is great to see high profile people like Miss Rodriguez giving up their
spare time to help promote our fight to defend the whales being illegally targeted
in New Zealand and Australian waters". Media Man lost good mate Peter Carrette
this past weekend, approximately 48 hours after doing photography at the Bondi
Beach 'No Compromise' gig at Bondi Beach last Friday. R.I.P Peter. We miss you
mate. Darren
Aronofsky Explains 'The Wolverine' Aussie Hugh Jackman... If
you're wondering why "Black Swan" director Darren Aronofsky was hired
to tackle "The Wolverine" for 20th Century Fox, wonder no more. Aronofsky
himself has broken his silence on the "Wolverine" front in an extensive
interview with Movie City News. According to the filmmaker, his reasons for choosing
the "Wolverine" non-sequel as his next project are quite simple: in
the end, he just wanted to have a good time. "I'm just trying to have fun,"
he said. "I think, for the first time in my life, you know, every single
film that I've done so far I've been the only person in the room who wants to
make the movie. And, I kind of am excited about doing a film where actually everyone
wants to make it just to see what the experience is like and to see if I can do
what I do in that world." It's not like I'm going to change my process,"
he added. "I'm going to be working with the same team, and making, you know,
really trying to do something very, very different and see what happens."
During the interview, Aronofsky said that he's received a large amount of support
both from franchise lead Hugh Jackman and Fox Studios head Tom Rothman, joking
that Rothman "doesn't even know how gutsy it is" that he hired the outside-the-box
filmmaker for "The Wolverine." "I've been looking for a situation
where everything lines up really well. This just makes sense; I think I'm being
hired because of who I am. I'm not being hired to turn into someone. I'm being
hired to do what I do. I don't know if (Rothman) knows exactly what he's bought,
but we're definitely going to make something great, you know, but it will be very
different, and that's what I do. We're going to try and have a great time with
it." John
Travolta and Kelly Preston 'Overjoyed' With New Baby Benjamin; Travolata Not Gay... Living
legend and iconic star of Saturday Night Fever (the movies and the online slot
game), is delighted with his new baby, but very unhappy about the gay rumours.
Actors John Travolta and Kelly Preston took to Travolta's website earlier this
week to announce the birth of their 8-pound, 3-ounce son, Benjamin Travolta. "We
are overjoyed to announce the arrival of our son, Ella's baby brother, Benjamin
Travolta. Born November23, 2010 in Florida, Benjamin is healthy and doing beautifully.
Thank you for the congratulations messages and wishes...we are beyond happy about
the newest addition to our family," the family said in the message. Travolta,
56, and Preston, 48, announced the pregnancy earlier this year, celebrating with
a dozen close friends at a shower held at their Los Angeles-area home. "This
baby is such a healing baby," a family friend told People magazine. The pregnancy
was the first bit of good news they had shared in a long time. "It's impossible
to keep a secret," they wrote in a statement on Travolta's website in May,
"especially one as wonderful as this." We want to be the first to share
this great news with everyone that we are expecting a new addition to our family,"
the online statement continued and like this week's update, was signed "Love,
John, Kelly and Ella." John Travolta's family has been dealt another blow
as reports emerge that he has been allegedly cheating on his wife...engaging in
"lewd sex acts with other men" as part of a "secret gay spa subculture."
Perez Hilton posted the story on his website along with a cover of the National
Enquirer, carrying the headline "John Travolta Caught In Cheating Scandal!
"John Travolta has been cheating on Kelly for years!" said Robert Randolph,
author of the memoir, You'll Never Spa in This Town Again. "And when the
details emerge, he's gonna make Tiger Woods look like a boy scout." John
has been married to Kelly Preston for 19 years, with the pair expecting their
third child this year. They lost their eldest son Jett in 2009 to an autism-related
seizure. WWE
Studios Films Flop At Box Office; Perform Well In DVD Rental Market... Entertainment
trade publication Variety published a report today on WWE Studios's new films
strategy "flopping" at the box office, but perhaps finding a market
on home video. Variety followed up on WWE's third quarter earnings report last
Thursday by noting WWE reported $3.8 million in revenue related to "Legendary,"
despite the movie drawing a measly $200,000 at the box office. WWE executive Jim
Connelly told Variety that WWE is banking on strong storefront marketing at retail
locations such as Walmart to help boost DVD and Blu-ray sales of their movies.
Variety also reported on WWE pushing their slate of movies to theaters simply
for marketing purposes before pulling the movies and releasing them on DVDs. That
was apparent with WWE Studios's theatrical release schedule for "Legendary"
and "Knucklehead." Related to the planned launch of the WWE TV Network
potentially in 2011, Variety reports that WWE is looking to their slate of movies
to serve as "more high-profile programming" on the new cable tele channel.
Going forward, Jim Connelly told Variety that WWE will be re-evaluating their
movie release schedule for 2011 as they begin to roll out the next slate of low-budget
movies in theaters with an eye on home video. Variety concluded: "For now,
it appears as if the future of WWE Studios will play out on the smallscreen." Aussie's
Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban To Appear On Oprah Winfrey Show Tomorrow; Australia
Catches Oprah - Oprah House Mania... Australian
actress Nicole Kidman and huby singer Keith Urban will be on The Oprah Winfrey
Show tomorrow. Urban has earlier confirmed that he would be performing in the
shows Ultimate Australian Adventure episodes to be filmed later this year. "Tomorrow,
two of the hottest Aussies are here! Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban! The countdown
to Oprah's Ultimate Australian Adventure starts now!," says a post on the
official Facebook page for The Oprah Winfrey Show. Keith Urban was in The Oprah
Winfrey Show earlier this November where he confirmed his performance at the much
anticipated episodes set to be shot in Sydney this December. Urban promoted his
sixth studio album Get Closer to in the United States. However, the Australia
singer did not comment on rumours that his wife Nicole Kidman will also be on
Oprah's Australian show. Tomorrow's episode might just confirm if Nicole Kidman
will indeed be a guest on December 14 and 15 at the Sydney Opera "Oprah"
House. Mad
Max Revamped Movie #4 Will Happen Says Aussiewood Insiders; Fury Road?!... Remember
the Aussie cult film classic that went on to mainstream...Max Max. They got to
#3, always with Aussie tough guy Mel Gibson in the lead as 'Max Rockatansky' aka
'The Road Warrior'. Filming will take place near Broken Hill, New South Wales.
Gibson will not be reprising his old role in Mad Max 4: Fury Road which will star
British actor Tom Hardy alongside Charlize Theron. In November 2006, George Miller
had stated that he still had full intentions to make Fury Road, telling the press
that he was considering doing the film without Mel Gibson, saying, “There's
a real hope. The last thing I wanted to do is another Mad Max, but this script
came along, and I'm completely carried away with it." The film's screenplay
was co-written with cult British comic creator Brendan McCarthy, who also designed
many of the new characters and vehicles. Miller again confirmed his desire to
make another Mad Max at the 2007 Aurora film maker initiative. However, he did
say he thought Mel Gibson would not be interested in the film because he is too
old (not too nuts!) Billionaire
Branson To Launch Apple iPad Lifestyle Mag... Aussie's
live Branson and Virgin, so you'll love this...Word of Sir Dick's plans to publish
"Project" for delivery on iPads came shortly after media mogul Rupert
Murdoch hinted that his News Corp empire will soon publish a digital newspaper
for the hot Apple gadgets. News Corp, owner of The Australian, has been tight-lipped
about the project but 79-year-old mogul Murdoch acknowledged in an interview last
week that "The Daily" is in the works. Sir Richard said in invitations
to the press that "Project" themes will include entertainment, travel,
business, design, and international culture. The event in New York City on Wednesday
did not indicate whether "Project" would be provided as passenger reading
on flights. Billionaire entrepreneur Sir Richard owns about half of Virgin Atlantic
airline with its aircraft that boast internet-age amenities such as power outlets
at seats and wireless connections to the web. He recently said that his Virgin
Galactic enterprise is on track to offer commercial space travel within 18 months,
and that space hotels are next on the drawing board. Yeah, we know, Branson has
appeared in films such as Casino Royale, Around The World in 80 days, and a good
spread of other movies and TV specials. If your going to be a media tart, you
might as well be very good at it. Lachlan
Murdoch Acquires Ten Network Stake, Joins Shareholder Aussie James Packer... Lachlan
Murdoch, son of News Corp. Chairman Rupert, has recently acquired a little over
half of James Packer’s stake in Ten Network Holdings Ltd. Packer bought a
17.88% stake, or 172.2 million shares, in the media group last month through Cavalane
Holdings Ltd. Murdoch, through Illyria Nominees Television Pty Ltd. has agreed
to buy 93.4 million shares for A$128.2 million, according to a regulatory filing
to the ASX (Australian Stock Exchange). The two gents will act in concert in relation
to the exercise of their votes, the statement said. Packer and Murdoch agreed
to join the board of Australia’s third-ranked television broadcaster last
month. Gina Rinehart, Australia’s richest woman, lifted her stake in the
company to 10%. Packer also owns 49% of Consolidated Media Holdings Ltd. which
in turn has 25% of Foxtel, down under's largest pay television operator. Media
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