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Netflix's Ad Business Boosts Stock by 9% in Q3

October 18, 2024

Netflix's stock jumped 9% on Friday after the company's third-quarter earnings report showed strong growth in its advertising business. The streaming giant added over 5 million paid subscribers, beating Wall Street's expectation of 3.5 million. However, this figure is a 40% decrease from the same pe

business

Cyprus Banks: Fewer Russian and Ukrainian Clients After Sanctions

October 18, 2024

After Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, Cyprus' banks saw a big drop in business with Russian and Ukrainian companies. They lost around 13,000 clients and 35,000 accounts, totaling about 2 billion euros. This happened because of sanctions from the U.N., EU, U.S., and UK against Russia. The number of

politics

The MSG Boss and His Family's Big Bet on Mayor Adams

October 18, 2024

Billionaire James Dolan, who owns Madison Square Garden, and his family and business associates have donated over $60,000 to Mayor Eric Adams in recent months. This happened while MSG was lobbying City Hall about important business matters, like the renewal of a special permit for the arena. The per

sports

Nate Thurmond's Record-Breaking Night

October 18, 2024

On October 18, 1974, Nate Thurmond became the first player in NBA history to record a quadruple-double. This incredible feat happened in his debut game with the Chicago Bulls. Thurmond scored 22 points, grabbed 14 rebounds, dished out 13 assists, and blocked 12 shots. This performance helped the Bul

entertainment

Technology Meets Crime: AI Drama Heads to Cannes

October 18, 2024

Meet Cold Mind, an indie crime drama created in Portugal. It’s heading to MIPCOM Cannes with Spy Manor Productions looking for buyers. This isn’t your typical detective story; it dives into the world of AI and its limits. Think of a murder mystery set in the sunny Algarve. Niahm McCormack plays a y

politics

North Korea's Military Help to Russia: A New Twist in Ukraine

October 18, 2024

In a surprising turn, Russia and North Korea have stepped up their collaboration, with Russia seeking help in its Ukraine conflict. What's the catch? North Korea is sending military supplies and possibly troops to Ukraine. For North Korea, this is a chance to test their soldiers in a real conflict.

politics

U. S. and Philippines Hold Joint Drills as China Flexes Muscle Around Taiwan

October 18, 2024

Recently, the U. S. and the Philippines kicked off their annual joint military exercises, known as Kamandag, or Venom. This happened just after China held massive drills near Taiwan and a Chinese vessel collided with a Filipino patrol boat. Taiwan's defense ministry reported a record number of Chine

politics

China's Aircraft Carrier Liaoning Spotted Near Taiwan, Then Moves On

October 18, 2024

On Tuesday, Japan's military shared that the Chinese aircraft carrier, Liaoning, had moved away from Taiwan and was heading back to the South China Sea. The Liaoning had been taking part in major military exercises near Taiwan, which included simulated attacks on sea and land targets. It was spotted

finance

China's Economy: Slow Growth, But Hope on the Horizon

October 18, 2024

China's economy grew by just 4. 6% in the third quarter, the second quarter in a row to miss the government's target of 5% growth for 2024. Weak consumer spending, a struggling property market, and slower industrial output are to blame. Retail sales grew by 3. 3%, down from 3. 7%, and industrial pro

science

Ancient Chinese Tomb Raises Questions About Early Kings

October 18, 2024

Imagine a journey back in time to over 5, 000 years ago in central China. Archaeologists have stumbled upon an impressive tomb in the city of Yongcheng, Henan province. They believe this tomb might have belonged to an early king from a prehistoric society. The Wangzhuang ruins, where the tomb was fo