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☆ Jadon Sancho shines in Borussia Dortmund 1-0 Champions League semifinal first leg win over PSG
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-02 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Jadon Sancho rediscovered some of his magic as he helped Borussia Dortmund to a 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of its Champions League semifinal clash on Wednesday. Sancho, who returned to Dortmund on loan in January after an unsuccessful big-money move to Manchester United, was his elusive best as he proved a constant thorn in the Parisians’ side. It means Dortmund holds a slender one-goal advantage going into the second leg at the Parc des Princes next week. He scored 50 goals and registered 64 assists in four seasons with Dortmund, before making the move to the Premier League and Manchester United. “Sancho looks like a different player entirely.

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☆ Trump Media shares collapsed, rallied, and are collapsing again. No one knows why.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-01 | by ( Peter Kafka | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Donald Trump's social media stock collapsed a month ago, and people were happy to tell you why. AdvertisementRemember when Trump Media & Technology Group Corp, the company that operates Truth Social, Donald Trump's social network, turned into a publicly traded stock? AdvertisementSo how do we explain that over the course of the past two weeks, Trump Media shares had doubled again? Here is the reason that Trump shares collapse, or rally, or collapse again: There is no underlying reason. So go ahead and bet on, or against Trump Media — on any given day, you could be right?

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☆ Apple reports next week. Here's a no-cost options trade to capitalize on a possible earnings bounce
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-26 | by ( Jeff Kilburg | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Big tech earnings reports have put investors on quite the roller coaster. Alphabet , Microsoft and Tesla have all moved higher post earnings, while Meta and IBM had opposite reactions by dropping precipitously. Inside of this recent technology, I think it is time to add to a nearly forgotten Magnificent Seven laggard: Apple . Apple is down 11% year to date, and I want to add exposure in a zero-cost manner ahead of its earnings release next Thursday. Investors are anticipating a year-over-year decline in both earnings and revenue for this former tech favorite, but I believe this is already priced into the stock.

Organizations: Microsoft, Tesla, Meta, IBM, Apple, Big, mojo

Analyst Edward Kelly upgraded the discount retailer to overweight from equal weight and opened a $180 price target. Yefremov's $400 price target indicates shares can jump 31.7% from Wednesday's closing price. Analyst Andrea Teixeira downgraded the energy drink maker to neutral from overweight and cut her price target by $7 to $59. — Alex Harring 5:38 a.m.: Wall Street reacts to Meta earnings Meta Platforms disappointed investors with its weak revenue guidance , sending shares down about 13% in premarket trading. His price target of $55 implies upside of 22% over the next 12 months.

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☆ 9 'Sex and the City' episodes that have aged poorly
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-17 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

"Sex and the City" premiered 25 years ago, on June 6, 1998, and is now available on Netflix. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . "Sex and the City" is undoubtedly a cultural phenomenon, and made actors like Sarah Jessica Parker and Cynthia Nixon household names. Its movie spinoffs were also huge moneymakers: The first film, which was released in 2008, earned over $418 million at the worldwide box office, while 2010's "Sex and the City 2" earned over $290 million, according to Box Office Mojo data. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: it's, —, Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon Organizations: Netflix, Service, Mojo, Business

☆ I went from a Big Tech job to folding clothes at a retail store. My new role gave me confidence and joy when I needed it the most.
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-16 | by ( Hady Mendez | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

It's what I refer to as my famous last words before I applied for a retail job at a clothing store after working in corporate for 25 years. Almost immediately, I launched my business, Boldly Speaking, leaning on my speaker skills and years of experience with ERGs. I ended up working at an Athleta store in NYC, and I'm glad I decided to join that team. What sticks with me most is the confidence and joy I've found during a time filled with so much doubt and uncertainty. I landed a seasonal brand associate role and felt like a kid in a candy store.

Persons: I've, they'll, It's Organizations: Service, Business, Inc Locations: NYC

☆ Aaron Taylor-Johnson's wife Sam says the attention on their 23-year age gap can be 'uncomfortable'
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-11 | by ( Amanda Goh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Sam Taylor-Johnson isn't fond of the public scrutiny that her age-gap relationship with Aaron Taylor-Johnson gets. AdvertisementDirector Sam Taylor-Johnson said she does not enjoy the attention she and her actor husband, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, receive over the 23-year age gap in their relationship. "There are times when it's uncomfortable," Sam told The Hollywood Reporter, referring to the scrutiny they receive for their age-gap relationship. In March, Aaron told Rolling Stone UK that he doesn't quite understand why people like to weigh in on their relationship. Aaron and Sam aren't the only celebrity couple with a big age gap.

Persons: Sam Taylor, Johnson, Aaron Taylor, —, Amy Winehouse, Sam, Aaron, Harper's, Sam isn't, James Bond, Daniel Craig, Sam aren't, Dick Van Dyke, Arlene Silver, Patrick Stewart, Sunny Ozell Organizations: Hollywood, Service, Guardian, Rolling Stone UK, Office Mojo, Business Insider

☆ Here's what to know about 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy,' as Renée Zellweger and Hugh Grant are set to return for fourth film — but not Colin Firth
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-10 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

The latest "Bridget Jones" sequel, "Mad About The Boy," premieres on Peacock on February 14, 2025. AdvertisementRenée Zellweger, Hugh Grant, and Emma Thompson are returning to the "Bridget Jones" franchise for a fourth film — but won't be joined by fan-favorite Colin Firth. Helen Fielding, the author of the "Bridget Jones" novels on which the movies are based, told RadioTimes in October 2022 that she was ready to adapt the third book in the series "Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy." Here's what to know about the cast and plot of "Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy." Spoilers ahead for "Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy" and "Bridget Jones's Baby."

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☆ 10 classic movies you can watch now on Netflix that you won't believe are turning 40 — from 'Footloose' to 'A Nightmare on Elm Street'
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-06 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Netflix put the movies in a special category called the "Milestone Movies: The Anniversary Collection." Advertisement"Footloose," "Sixteen Candles," and "A Nightmare on Elm Street" are among the films turning 40 this year. To celebrate, Netflix has created a collection of films released in 1984, which can be found by searching "Milestone Movies: The Anniversary Collection" on the site. The collection features box office hits such as "Footloose" and "Beverly Hills Cop." The latter film, starring Eddie Murphy, made $234 million, according to Box Office Mojo, and Netflix plans to release a sequel later this year.

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☆ Jim Cramer recommends five small-cap health-care stocks
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-05 | by ( Julie Coleman | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

CNBC's Jim Cramer said he thinks it could be a good year for small-cap stocks, and shared his top five lesser-known companies in the health-care sector. "I think 2024 could ultimately be the year that small-cap stocks get their mojo back," he said. "This is a group that went out of style when interest rates soared and they'll work a lot better as rates come down."

Persons: CNBC's Jim Cramer Organizations: mojo

☆ Rebel Wilson broke down how she went from earning $3,500 in 'Bridesmaids' to $10 million in 'Pitch Perfect 3' six years later
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-04 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Rebel Wilson said in her memoir that her paycheck rose from $3,500 to $10 million in six years. AdvertisementRebel Wilson said she went from earning $3,500 for a small role in "Bridesmaids" to making $10 million for a lead role in "Pitch Perfect 3" six years later. Wilson said the success of 'Pitch Perfect' helped her negotiate higher paychecksRebel Wilson in "Pitch Perfect." (L-R) Chrissie Fit, Anna Camp, Kelley Jakle, Brittany Snow, Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson and Ester Dean in "Pitch Perfect 3." Representatives of the producers of "Pitch Perfect 3" did not respond to a comment request from Business Insider.

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☆ Rebel Wilson said Universal Pictures wanted to get rid of the original 'Pitch Perfect' cast for third film because they were 'too old'
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-04 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Rebel Wilson said the studio wanted to get rid of the original cast for "Pitch Perfect 3." AdvertisementRebel Wilson said Universal Pictures wanted to replace the original "Pitch Perfect" cast with younger actors because they were "too old." The Australian star plays "Fat Amy," one of the Barden Bellas in the "Pitch Perfect" trilogy. "Pitch Perfect 2" made $287 million according to Box Office Mojo, and it earned more than the original film in the first five days of release, per The Wrap. AdvertisementWilson also noted that her housekeeper's niece happened to be in a research group to ask the public what they'd want to see in "Pitch Perfect 3."

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☆ Robert Downey Jr. was so committed to method acting as the method actor Kirk Lazarus in 'Tropic Thunder' that he even peed in character, his co-star said
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-04 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewRobert Downey Jr. was so committed to method acting his part as the method actor Kirk Lazarus in "Tropic Thunder'" that he went to the toilet in character, according to his costar Danny McBride. Downey Jr. wore blackface for this role, a decision that has been criticized in recent years because of its racist history. McBride said he heard Downey Jr. saying in character: "I'm gonna go drain the snake." In 2009, Downey Jr. received a supporting actor Oscar nomination for his performance in "Tropic Thunder." AdvertisementRobert Downey Jr. has defended wearing blackface in 'Tropic Thunder'Jack Black, Robert Downey Jr. and Ben Stiller in "Tropic Thunder."

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☆ Apple has been secretly building home robots that could end up as a new product line, report says
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-03 | by ( Aaron Mok | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

This device initially caught the attention of senior Apple executives years ago, though they've disagreed over whether to continue with the project, Bloomberg said. AdvertisementIt also scrapped its decadeslong, multi-billionaire car effort, Project Titan, earlier this year, shifting its focus to building AI products. After Field left the company in 2021, Bloomberg says Apple's robotics efforts zeroed in on domestic products. One idea Apple explored was a robot that could do chores like washing dishes and be used for video calls. It's not yet clear whether Apple's robots will make it to consumers.

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☆ Kirsten Dunst says the 'major pay disparity' between her and Tobey Maguire in 'Spider-Man' was so normal she didn't think to challenge it
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-03 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Kirsten Dunst said the "major pay disparity" between herself and Tobey Maguire was normalized in her youth. She told BBC News that she didn't think to challenge it at the time. AdvertisementKirsten Dunst said that the "major pay disparity" between herself and Tobey Maguire at the start of her career felt so normal that she didn't think to challenge it — even though was more successful at the box office. "I definitely grew up in a time with major pay disparity between the lead actor and myself, even though I had been in 'Bring it On' and he hadn't, you know what I mean?" I was just like, 'Oh yeah, Tobey is playing Spider-Man,'" she said.

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☆ Rebel Wilson says Sacha Baron Cohen pressured her to go naked on set and sprung a lewd scene on her, which the 'Borat' actor denies
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-28 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewRebel Wilson has said Sacha Baron Cohen pressured her to get naked while filming the 2016 movie "The Brothers Grimsby" and also asked her to perform a lewd scene without prior consent. On Tuesday, People published an excerpt from "Rebel Rising," in which the actor alleges that Cohen frequently asked her to go nude in "The Brothers Grimsby." AdvertisementWilson says it was 'karma' that 'The Brothers Grimsby' bombed at the box officeAccording to Forbes, "The Brothers Grimsby" had a budget of $35 million. "The movie bombed, which to me was karma enough," Wilson wrote. Representatives for Wilson and Cohen didn't immediately respond to requests for comment from BI regarding the excerpt.

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☆ Chip stocks are losing their mojo. How to trade it using options
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-27 | by ( Tony Zhang | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

With semiconductor stocks losing momentum over the past few weeks, Intel's strength is starting to show some cracks and at risk of a pullback. Ever since, Intel (INTC) has been playing catch-up, and early last year, investors started to pay attention and boost the shares. The momentum turning negative, coupled with the poor relative strength, suggests INTC could be headed for some further downside towards its $37 breakout level. This leads to risks to the downside as relative strength and momentum slows for INTC. BEFORE MAKING ANY FINANCIAL DECISIONS, YOU SHOULD STRONGLY CONSIDER SEEKING ADVICE FROM YOUR OWN FINANCIAL OR INVESTMENT ADVISOR.

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☆ Priscilla Presley recalls finding out about Elvis cheating through letters women sent the star: 'It just ate me up'
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-25 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewPriscilla Presley said she learned about her ex-husband Elvis Presley's many affairs through letters women sent to the rock 'n' roll legend. Advertisement"I said, 'Joe, I need to talk to Elvis, please.' I just really need to talk to him,'" she said before telling Esposito about the letter. Priscilla and Elvis Presley married in 1967 after she turned 21, but the pair separated in 1972 after they both had affairs. The 2023 movie, which is based on Priscilla Presley's memoir "Elvis and Me," depicted Elvis Presley as an abusive, controlling lover.

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☆ Anne Hathaway said 'The Dark Knight Rises' was her toughest gig ever. Christopher Nolan paid her back by saving her career during 'Hathahate.'
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-25 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewAnne Hathaway told Vanity Fair that Christopher Nolan gave her the toughest role on her résumé, but also saved her career during the "Hathahate" scandal. Hathaway's performance was one of the many highlights of "The Dark Knight Rises," which earned $1 billion worldwide, according to Box Office Mojo. Hathaway told Vanity Fair that the backlash cost her roles, even after she won her first Oscar in 2013. "Interstellar" was a success, making $733 million at the box office, according to Box Office Mojo. "Humiliation is such a rough thing to go through," Hathaway told Vanity Fair.

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☆ Consumers frustrated by the economy might never get the relief they're ultimately hoping for
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-20 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

In today's big story, we're looking at why the economy has most consumers feeling like they are stuck in place . A "trapped in place" economy is in full swing. Bad buying conditions coupled with everyday high prices means consumers can't make any major life changes , writes Business Insider's Emily Stewart. But it's not the only area of the economy that's stuck, Emily writes. So, while consumers lament being stuck in place, they should also avoid getting stuck looking to the past.

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☆ Jake Gyllenhaal sliced his hand open while fighting Connor McGregor in 'Roadhouse': 'I felt the glass going in my hand'
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-19 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Jake Gyllenhaal said he sliced his hand open while fighting Conor McGregor in "Roadhouse." Gyllenhaal said he caught a staph infection and his arm swelled up because of the injury. AdvertisementJake Gyllenhaal said he sliced his hand while filming a fight scene with Conor McGregor in the upcoming movie "Roadhouse." "We're fighting on the floor, fighting around tables, we're fighting around glass, even if it's breakaway glass," he said. Symptoms of a staph infection include swollen red skin, warmness, a fever, and pus inside the infected area.

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☆ How Instagram got its mojo back
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-19 | by ( Katie Notopoulos | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

AdvertisementSensor Tower shows that Instagram downloads were up 20% in 2023 compared to 2022, in contrast to TikTok's 4% year-over-year growth. Instagram beat TikTok not only in growth, but sheer volume of app downloads in 2023: Instagram had 767 million while TikTok had 733 million. One reason is Threads, the newly launched Twitter competitor, which requires an Instagram account and may have prompted some people who were curious about Threads to re-download Instagram. AdvertisementTikTok is getting oldAt the same time, TikTok, once the main existential crisis for Instagram (well, probably still is), is faltering. In 2014, that same age group (which we are trying not to refer to as middle-aged) accounted for only about 20% of Instagram users.

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☆ Cramer's Lightning Round: GE HealthCare can go higher
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-08 | by ( Julie Coleman | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Stock Chart Icon Stock chart icon GE HealthCare's year-to-date stock performance. Stock Chart Icon Stock chart icon Ares Capital's year-to-date stock performance. Stock Chart Icon Stock chart icon Coherent's year-to-date stock performance. Stock Chart Icon Stock chart icon Pure Storage's year-to-date stock performance. Stock Chart Icon Stock chart icon Manhattan Associates' year-to-date stock performance.

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☆ Opinion | After Super Tuesday, Trump Is Stronger Than He’s Ever Been
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-06 | by ( Ross Douthat | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +2 min

About 18 months ago, Donald Trump suffered one of his worst political defeats, when many of his loyalists and handpicked candidates were defeated in a midterm landscape that clearly favored the Republicans. A lot of people — I was one of them — thought that this might be the beginning of the end for him, a stark indicator of political weakness that would encourage G.O.P. Instead today Trump arguably occupies a more politically commanding position in American politics than at any other point in the past eight years. His romp through Super Tuesday last night completes the replay of 2016’s Republican primaries, with his opposition once again fatally divided and his coalition this time much stronger from the start. Sticking with Biden didn’t just mean that Democrats were stuck with apparent presidential decrepitude to go along with an unpopular economic record.

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☆ The unusual promise Margot Robbie made Ryan Gosling to get him to play Ken in 'Barbie'
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-13 | by ( Nicolas Vega | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Before the Oscar nomination, before the sweatshirts and the mojo dojo casa house, it took some convincing to get Ryan Gosling to say "I'm Just Ken." In a recent profile in Variety, Gosling said he passed on the film when it was brought to him. And I would call months later to my agents or something and say, 'Hey, who did they get to play Ken?' Margot Robbie, who in addition to playing the titular Barbie also produced the film, pulled out all the stops to land her perfect co-star. On top of a reported salary of $12.5 million, it was an out-of-the-box offer from Robbie that put Gosling over the edge.

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