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☆ MLB roundup: Mookie Betts belts 2 HRs as Dodgers blast Yankees
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-03 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +11 min

Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw (7-4) matched his season high with nine strikeouts over seven innings while allowing two runs on four hits and one walk. Luis Severino (0-1) was tagged for seven runs on nine hits over four innings. Mariners starter Luis Castillo (4-3) was the hard-luck loser after allowing one run on five hits with six strikeouts over seven innings. Rosario had three of Atlanta's seven hits. Kansas City starter Jordan Lyles allowed one run and two hits in five innings, striking out eight and walking one.

Persons: Mookie Betts, Kirby Lee, Max Muncy, Betts, J.D, Martinez, Clayton Kershaw, Freddie Freeman, Josh Donaldson, Giancarlo Stanton, Luis Severino, Yordan Alvarez, Corey Julks slugged, Framber Valdez, Valdez, Ohtani, Mike Trout, George Springer, Daulton Varsho, Chris Bassitt, Bo Bichette, Whit Merrifield, Justin Verlander, Jon Gray, Gray, Will Smith, Julio Rodriguez, Luis Castillo, Robbie Grossman, Jorge Polanco's, Polanco, Bailey Ober, Will Brennan, Myles Straw, Jameson Taillon, Dansby Swanson, Ian Happ's, outdueled, Michael Wacha, Taillon, Mark Leiter Jr, Juan Soto, Manny Machado, Jake Cronenworth, Xander Bogaerts, Merrill Kelly, Kelly, Eddie Rosario, Miguel Castro, Charlie Morton, Rosario, Ke'Bryan Hayes, Josh Palacios, Louis . Hayes, Carlos Santana, Roansy Contreras, Yohan Ramirez, Brendan Donovan, Nolan Arenado, Nolan Gorman, Louis, Jack Flaherty, Giovanny Gallegos, Andruw Monasterio, Stuart Fairchild's grounder, Curt Casali, Bryse Wilson, Edward Cabrera, JJ Bleday, Jesus Sanchez, Luis Arraez, Lane Thomas, Washington, Jeimer Candelario, Luis Garcia, Alex Call, Thomas, Nick Castellanos smacking, Dalton Guthrie, Zack Wheeler, Tim Anderson, Andrew Benintendi, Eloy Jimenez, Mike Clevinger, Keynan Middleton, Kendall Graveman, Reese Olson, Olson, Ryan McMahon, Elias Diaz, Chase Anderson, Brent Suter, Edward Olivares, Drew Waters, MJ Melendez, Jordan Lyles, Gunnar Henderson, Dean Kremer, Kremer, Felix Bautista, Casey Schmitt, Logan Webb Organizations: Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees, Dodger, USA, Dodgers, Yankees, Astros, Houston, Los, Angels, Blue Jays, Mets, Toronto, New, Rangers, Mariners, Seattle, ., Cleveland, Twins, Guardians, Cubs, Padres, Chicago, San, outdueled Padres, National League, Diamondbacks, Braves, Arizona, Atlanta, Cardinals, Pittsburgh, Pirates, Brewers, Reds, Milwaukee, Cincinnati, Great American, National League Central, Ball, Marlins, Athletics, Miami, Oakland, A's, Nationals, Phillies, Philadelphia, White Sox, Tigers, Detroit, Triple, Royals, Colorado, Kansas City, Rockies, Arizona Diamondbacks, Orioles, Giants, Baltimore, San Francisco, Thomson Locations: Los Angeles , California, USA, Los Angeles, Toronto, Texas, Arlington , Texas, . Texas, Minnesota, Minneapolis, San Diego, Phoenix, Oakland, Detroit, Toledo

☆ Judge in Disney-DeSantis Case Recuses Himself
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-02 | by ( Arian Campo-Flores | Robbie Whelan | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

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☆ The new Barbie movie used so much pink paint on set that it caused an international shortage, according to its production designer
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-02 | by ( Sawdah Bhaimiya | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

The new Barbie movie used so much pink paint on set that it caused an international shortage. Production designer Sarah Greenwood told Architectural Digest the "world ran out of pink." Greenwood told the magazine that constructing the set resulted in an international shortage of the fluorescent shade of Rosco paints. "The world ran out of pink," she told Architectural Digest. In one clip the Barbie Dreamhouse can be seen featuring a pink slide that descends into a pool, a pink shower, a pink bed, and lots of other pink accessories.

Persons: Sarah Greenwood, —, Greta Gerwig's, Gerwig, Katie Spencer, Snow, Barbie, Greenwood, Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, Ken, Emma Mackey, Kate McKinnon Organizations: Service, Warner Bros, Little Locations: —, London

☆ Ryan Gosling has hilarious reply to those saying he's 'too old' to play Ken in 'Barbie' movie
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-31 | by ( Alli Rosenbloom | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Ryan Gosling channeled his “Ken-ergy” to defend himself against those who think he’s “too old” to play doll Ken in the new “Barbie” movie. The origin of this silliness began back in April when the first “Barbie” movie trailer was released and a debate on social media ensued, with some users voicing their opinion that the 42-year-old actor appeared too “grown up” to play Ken. “If people don’t want to play with my Ken, there are many other Kens to play with,” Gosling said in a new GQ interview published on Wednesday in response to those skeptics. You never cared,” he said, adding that “if you ever really cared about Ken, you would know that nobody cared about Ken. So your hypocrisy is exposed.”(From left) Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie in 'Barbie.'

Persons: CNN — Ryan Gosling, Ken, ergy, Barbie, “, ” Gosling, we’ve, ’, ”, Ryan Gosling, Margot Robbie, Gosling, Ken’s, Greta Gerwig, Issa Rae, Kate McKinnon, Hari Nef, Eva Mendes, Barbie ” Organizations: CNN, Warner Bros, Mattel, Ferrera

☆ Disney’s ‘Little Mermaid’ Tops Weekend Box Office
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-29 | by ( Robbie Whelan | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

☆ How Barbie went from poor sales in the 1950s to becoming the most popular doll in the world
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-27 | by ( James Pasley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

In the 1950s, Ruth Handler, the woman behind Barbie, found it difficult to find support for her idea. After being warned it was a bad idea and that no one would buy it, Barbie was a huge hit. Mattel, Handler's toy company, went on to make billions of dollars off the doll. But she kept selling and remains the most popular doll in the world. In July, the highly-anticipated "Barbie" movie, directed by Greta Gerwig and starring Margot Robbie as the titular character, will be released.

☆ Disney’s ABC, ESPN Weakness Adds Pressure to Make Streaming Profitable
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-22 | by ( Robbie Whelan | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

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☆ Disney Scraps Plan for Florida Campus, Closes ‘Star Wars’ Hotel Amid DeSantis Feud
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-19 | by ( Robbie Whelan | Jacob Passy | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

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☆ Disney Ends Plans to Relocate Thousands of Employees to New Florida Campus
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-18 | by ( Robbie Whelan | Jacob Passy | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

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☆ Disney Scraps Plan for $900 Million Florida Campus, Closes ‘Star Wars’ Adventure Hotel
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-18 | by ( Robbie Whelan | Jacob Passy | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

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☆ MLB roundup: Mets post 8-run inning, whip Nats in Max Scherzer's return
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-15 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +12 min

For seven innings, the game was a pitchers' duel between Cleveland rookie Tanner Bibee and the Angels' Patrick Sandoval. Zach Elfin (5-1) got the win after allowing four runs on seven hits in his six innings, striking out nine and walking one. Royals starter Jordan Lyles (0-7) was tagged for seven runs in 2 1/3 innings, allowing four hits and three walks. The loss overshadowed another strong outing by Giants starter Logan Webb, who allowed one run on three hits over seven innings. Boston's Corey Kluber (2-5) surrendered four runs on seven hits in five innings.

☆ Netflix reportedly cutting $300 million in spending to improve profitability
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-12 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailNetflix reportedly cutting $300 million in spending to improve profitabilityA new Wall Street Journal report says Netflix is planning to cut spending by $300 million in 2023 in order to boost profitability. CNBC's Alex Sherman and Robbie Whelan, Wall Street Journal reporter, join 'Last Call' to discuss the report and what it says about the state of the streaming space.

☆ Disney Earnings to Shed Light on Streaming Progress as Restructuring Continues
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-10 | by ( Robbie Whelan | ) www.wsj.com time to read: +1 min

After a year of maneuvering on both sides, Walt Disney Co. is suing Florida Gov. Photo Composition: Rachel RogersWhen Walt Disney Co. reports second-quarter earnings Wednesday afternoon, all eyes will be on streaming, but not for the usual reasons. Investors will be looking for the entertainment giant to show meaningful progress cutting losses in its direct-to-consumer business, which includes flagship streaming service Disney+, as well as other platforms such as Hulu, ESPN+ and India’s Hotstar. Since Disney+ launched in November 2019, most of the attention has been on the service’s rapid pace of growth. Over the past couple of quarters, direct-to-consumer losses have narrowed, from $1.47 billion in the October quarter to $1.05 billion in the holiday quarter.

☆ Disney to Make Hulu Content Available Within Disney+ Platform
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-10 | by ( Robbie Whelan | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

After a year of maneuvering on both sides, Walt Disney Co. is suing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. WSJ’s Arian Campo-Flores explains what’s behind the lawsuit. Photo Composition: Rachel RogersWalt Disney Co. said it would make Hulu content available within Disney+ in the U.S. by the end of the year, the latest effort by newly returned Chief Executive Robert Iger to get the company’s streaming business to profitability. “We will soon begin offering a one-app experience domestically that incorporates our Hulu content via Disney+,” Mr. Iger said during a call with investors to discuss the company’s latest quarterly results.

☆ Disney Reports Narrower Streaming Loss Amid Price Increases
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-10 | by ( Robbie Whelan | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

After a year of maneuvering on both sides, Walt Disney Co. is suing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. WSJ’s Arian Campo-Flores explains what’s behind the lawsuit. Photo Composition: Rachel RogersWalt Disney Co. dramatically reduced losses in its streaming business, largely the result of price increases for Disney+ and other products implemented in December, as newly returned Chief Executive Robert Iger continues to overhaul the entertainment giant’s finances. The company’s direct-to-consumer segment, which includes streaming, lost $659 million in the quarter ended April 1, far less than the $845 million loss that analysts polled by FactSet had anticipated.

☆ Disney Says DeSantis, Allies Are ‘Weaponizing the Power of Government’
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-08 | by ( Robbie Whelan | ) www.wsj.com time to read: +1 min

After a year of trying to outmaneuver each other, Walt Disney Co. is suing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. WSJ’s Arian Campo-Flores explains what’s behind the lawsuit. Photo Composition: Rachel RogersWalt Disney Co. has fired back at Florida Gov. That measure, which seeks to retroactively void a contract that Disney signed to lock in planning approvals to potentially expand its theme parks and hotels in Florida, escalated a year-long fight between Disney and Florida Republicans.

☆ ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ Delivers $100 Million-Plus Debut for Disney’s Marvel
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-07 | by ( Robbie Whelan | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ is the 32nd consecutive Marvel release to debut No. Photo: Marvel /Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures /Everett Collection“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” tallied $114 million in domestic ticket sales this weekend, giving Walt Disney’s Marvel Studios a strong but tepid start to the aging franchise’s release. The latest movie did better in its debut weekend than the first “Guardians” in 2014 but not as well as the second movie in 2017.

☆ Summer movie preview 2023
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-05 | by ( Dan Heching | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +12 min

CNN —Most moviegoers can pinpoint one summer movie – or perhaps, a summer of movies – in their formative years that really and truly cemented their love for going to the cinema, whether it be 1975’s “Jaws,” “E.T. And while streaming has clearly siphoned off part of the audience, particularly for more serious films, what we think of as “summer movies” still have the potential to rake in cash just like the old days. (CNN and DC are both part of the same parent company, Warner Bros. Courtesy Warner Bros. PicturesInitially meant for streaming platforms, this vehicle will herald the cinematic arrival of DC Studios’ first Latino superhero, played by Xolo Maridueña of “Cobra Kai” and “Parenthood” fame. If the fast-paced trailer is any indication, the movie looks sure to whisk those dog days of summer doldrums away quite nicely.

☆ How the Studio Behind ‘Super Mario’ and ‘Minions’ Has Become the Animation Leader
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-04 | by ( Robbie Whelan | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

Can Nintendo stay competitive in the evolving videogames industry? WSJ’s Sarah E. Needleman and analyst Michael Pachter discuss Nintendo’s game-changing approach to the videogames industry. The founder of the animation studio behind “Super Mario” and the yellow, chattering “minions” cartoon characters says his movies aren’t made specifically for children. “Thematically there’s an underpinning to every one of our films. “When we sit down in our creative process, we’re never intending or focused on, ‘We’re making it for children,’ though it may come out that way.”

☆ The Simple Secret to the ‘Super Mario’ Animation Studio’s Success
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-04 | by ( Robbie Whelan | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

☆ DC Studios' future begins with Marvel's 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3'
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-04 | by ( Sarah Whitten | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +15 min

And, for once, the success of a Marvel film could bode well for the future of its longtime adversary. On the theatrical side, DC Studios has announced five new projects that will roll out starting in 2025 with Gunn's own "Superman: Legacy." "And I think Marvel Studios, sooner rather than later, needs to tell us what's going on with Spider-Man." He sees this as the result of predictable plotlines within the genre that are repeated across both studios' films. Marvel Studios

☆ What Would Karl Have Thought of It All?
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-02 | by ( Vanessa Friedman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

What would Karl have thought? Watching the stream of Lagerfeld-a-likes mount the steps of the Met Monday night in their black and white, it was hard not to wonder. Yes, the evening’s dress code dictated “in honor of Karl,” the evening itself in honor of the opening of the Costume Institute exhibition dedicated to the designer’s work. Yes, Mr. Lagerfeld had made himself into a caricature, with his uniform of black jeans, high white-collared shirt, black jacket, fingerless gloves, black silk cravats and black shades. Also old Chloé: a remade violin dress, originally designed by Mr. Lagerfeld in 1983, on Olivia Wilde and a remade shower dress from the same collection, revived for Vanessa Kirby.

☆ New AFL boss steals spotlight from Jones's Wallabies pitch
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-01 | by ( Ian Ransom | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

[1/2] Australia rugby union coach Eddie Jones poses with a ball, flanked by Wallabies players Andrew Kellaway and Reece Hodge at a news conference, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, in Melbourne, Australia, May 1, 2023. Whether the AFL’s late press call was by coincidence or design, Rugby Australia officials were left fuming as the spotlight shifted away from their global sport to the homegrown game popular in only the nation's southern states. Appointed in January, Jones's second stint in charge of the Wallabies sees them much diminished from his first when he took them to the final of the 2003 World Cup on home soil. In 2002, Jones was the last Australian coach to win the Bledisloe Cup, the annual series against New Zealand. Rugby Australia will hope Jones can deliver Rugby Championship wins along with his sharp wit and penchant for a sound bite to help build more buzz around the fallen twice World Cup winners.

☆ DeSantis’s Miscalculation: ‘Disney Is Playing the Long Game’
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-28 | by ( Arian Campo-Flores | Robbie Whelan | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis suggested it would be a short fight when he first threatened to strip Walt Disney Co. of the power to govern its magic kingdom of theme parks, waterslides and hotels around Orlando. A year later, Mr. DeSantis is enmeshed in a drawn-out conflict with the entertainment giant that has shifted from the political realm into the courts, with no end in sight.

☆ How Tottenham Hotspur fell into disrepair
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-27 | by ( Matias Grez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

CNN —Four years ago, on a warm Spanish summer’s evening in Madrid, Tottenham Hostpur was just 90 minutes away from reaching the pinnacle of European football. Win or lose against Liverpool in the 2019 Champions League final, Spurs could be excited about the future of their club. Tottenham was 5-0 down after 21 minutes against Newcastle. Tottenham players offered to reimburse their fans after the Newcastle defeat. “Unfortunately, the mismanagement of Tottenham off the pitch has now transcended to on the pitch to a point where Tottenham are in the biggest mess I’ve known in my lifetime.”Bleak future?

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