Entertainment
Universal’s exclusive runs rise to seven weekends in 2027 as sources differ on averages
Universal’s exclusive runs rise to seven weekends in 2027, while sources differ on average windows and the status of the 2020 AMC deal is unclear.
Why Verity’s $32 Million Opening Shows Mid-Budget Films Beating Tentpoles on ROI
Amazon MGM’s adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestseller reflects a broader industry shift toward profitable mid-budget theatrical releases as streaming budgets contract and ROI pressures mount.
Why a $180 Million Tom Cruise Film’s Weak Tracking Is Spooking Studios
When a $180 million Tom Cruise film directed by an Oscar winner tracks to one of 2026’s worst openings, studios abandon expensive original films for safer franchises.
Universal Becomes First Studio to Cross $5 Billion in a Year on The Odyssey
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey powered Universal to become the first studio to reach $5 billion globally in 2026, marking a significant shift in Hollywood’s competitive hierarchy.
Why Spotify pools all streams into one pot before paying artists
Spotify doesn’t pay artists per stream. Instead, it pools monthly revenue and distributes it based on each artist’s share of total plays. Record labels capture most of it.
Monique Lester and the Work Behind Every Picture
What goes into a great photo? Monique Lester, the Australian model behind a 2025 Magnifiqué cover, explains the teamwork behind every image she makes.
Why Movies Need Two Times Their Budget in Box Office Gross Just to Break Even
A film’s published budget tells only half the story. Add marketing costs and the theater’s cut, and studios need roughly $2 to $2.50 in box office for every $1 spent to make the movie.
How Studios and Theaters Actually Split a Movie’s Box Office Money
A movie’s opening weekend gross isn’t what a studio collects. A house nut and a negotiated percentage rate decide the real number.
New Mud Springs Trails Debut Near Moab
Moab’s new Mud Springs Trail System has opened, adding miles of race-ready mountain biking trails for youth, families and adaptive cyclists.
Hailey Bieber: The Making of a Modern Beauty Empire
Hailey Bieber has become one of the most recognizable figures in contemporary fashion, beauty, and popular culture. Known for her successful modelling career, influential personal style, and growing business ventures, she has transformed herself from the daughter of a famous entertainment family into a global brand in her own right. Over the years, Hailey has…