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Scammers Fool Financial Columnist into Handing Over $50,000 Cash in Shoe Box

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – A financial advice columnist for The Cut, Charlotte Cowles, recently shared her harrowing experience of falling victim to a scam. Despite her expertise in personal finance, Cowles found herself duped by scammers, resulting in the loss of a significant portion of her life savings. The incident serves as a cautionary tale of how anyone, regardless of their financial literacy, could become a target of fraudulent schemes. Since 2016, Cowles has been providing …

Charges Filed in Tragic Indiana Case of Dogs Suffering Fatal Heat Exhaustion in Box Truck

Indianapolis, IN — Nearly a year after a tragic incident in which seven dogs succumbed to heat exhaustion while confined inside a box truck, charges have been filed against the owner of the animals. The man, who was responsible for transporting the dogs to a dog show, now faces multiple counts related to animal cruelty and neglect. The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office announced the charges this week, highlighting that the temperature inside the vehicle had …

Pixar’s ‘Inside Out 2’ Delights Audiences with $62 Million Box Office Debut

Los Angeles, California – The highly anticipated release of “Inside Out 2” has taken the entertainment industry by storm, exceeding all expectations with a staggering $62 million in earnings on its opening day. This Pixar sequel is on track to reach a domestic box office range of $140 million to $150 million over the Father’s Day weekend, marking one of the top three animated film openings and the second-best for Pixar. Analysts believe the film …

Weekend Box Office Battle: Garfield Movie Edges Out Furiosa in Second Weekend Faceoff

Los Angeles, California – “The Garfield Movie” is roaring ahead of its competition in its second weekend showdown against “Furiosa,” with box office numbers soaring past $12 million compared to $11.3 million for Warner Bros’ film. As the weekend progresses, “Garfield” is projected to rake in $3.3 million across 4,018 theaters, while “Furiosa” follows closely behind with $3 million from 3,864 locations. Despite a 53% drop for “Garfield” and a 57% decline for “Furiosa” in …

Ryan Gosling Stars in ‘The Fall Guy’ Box Office Hit and Surprises Audience with $28.5 Million Weekend Debut

Los Angeles, CA – The box office saw a blast from the past over the weekend, as Universal’s “The Fall Guy,” starring Ryan Gosling, took the lead with $28.5 million, inspired by the 1980s TV show. Surprisingly, Disney’s re-release of “Star Wars: The Phantom Menace” followed closely behind, securing the second spot with $8.1 million. Despite “The Fall Guy” claiming the number one position, its earnings fell slightly below initial predictions of $30-35 million. The …

“Flop” – ‘The Fall Guy’ Falls Short at Box Office with $28M Opening Despite A- CinemaScore

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – Universal Studios’ latest action comedy film, “The Fall Guy,” is facing a lukewarm reception at the box office, falling short of initial projections. Despite a strong start with a $3.15 million Thursday night preview, the film is estimated to gross around $35 million to $40 million for its opening weekend, a figure below expectations. This underwhelming performance is attributed to the current state of the film industry, which has been impacted …

Challengers Dominates U.S. Box Office with $15 Million Opening Weekend

Los Angeles, California – Luca Guadagnino’s latest film, a sexually charged sports drama titled “Challengers,” is anticipated to dominate the U.S. box office this weekend. Starring Zendaya, Josh O’Connor, and Mike Faist, the film is projected to bring in $15 million domestically. This success marks a significant milestone for Guadagnino, known for his acclaimed works such as “Call Me By Your Name” and the 2018 remake of “Suspiria.” “Challengers” stands out amidst a rather lackluster …

Zendaya’s “Challengers” Expected to Score Big at Box Office Opening Weekend

Los Angeles, CA – Movie enthusiasts will have a thrilling weekend ahead with a lineup of exciting releases at the box office. Amazon MGM Studios is set to showcase the talented Zendaya in Imax, first with “Challengers” and then in Legendary/Warner Bros’ “Dune: Part Two.” The highly anticipated R-rated tennis romantic comedy, “Challengers,” delayed from its original September release due to an actors’ strike, is expected to make a strong domestic opening of around $15 …

Abigail’s $11M+ Box Office Battle with ‘Civil War’ Grabs Headlines

Los Angeles, California – The latest box office numbers showcase a fierce competition between two films, ‘Civil War’ and ‘Abigail,’ both bringing in over $11 million each. This tug-of-war for the top spot in box office earnings is a testament to the popularity and success of these movies in the current market. ‘Abigail’ stands out for its clever portrayal of horror elements within a plot centered around the kidnapping of the wrong girl. The film …

“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” Scores $8M in Previews, Poised for Strong Box Office Debut

Los Angeles, California – “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” is making waves at the box office, bringing in an impressive $8 million from previews that started at 3 PM on Thursday in approximately 3,400 locations. The film, directed by Adam Wingard, is the latest installment in the MonsterVerse series by Legendary and Warner Bros. After a lack of major event titles in the first quarter of the year due to strikes, “Godzilla x Kong” …