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‘Hope’ Trailer: Na Hong-jin’s Creature Feature Is South Korea’s Most Expensive Film Ever
Over the course of his first three feature films (“The Chaser,” “The Yellow Sea,” and “The Wailing”), Na Hong-jin has established himself as one of South Korea’s most exciting film directors. That momentum afforded him the opportunity to make the biggest film of his career — and reportedly the
Oil Climbs as US Strikes Iran, Fueling Inflation and Rate Hike Bets
Oil rose and Treasuries fell after the US launched another round of strikes against Iran, reviving concern that higher energy prices will keep inflation elevated and interest rates higher for longer.
‘Michael’ Crosses $1 Billion, First Biopic to Surpass Coveted Box Office Milestone
The Michael Jackson biopic "Michael" surpassing $1 billion globally underscores the enduring strength of theatrical releases and the commercial viability of biopics.
Breaking News - China to Allow Top AI Firms to Buy Nvidia H200 Chips
China is planning to allow the country's leading AI companies to purchase a limited number of Nvidia's H200 AI chips, according to The Information, citing two people with direct knowledge of the matter.
Global Chokepoint - US Military Launches Strikes on Iran for Second Straight Day
The US military struck Iran for the second straight day, an escalation of violence that threatens efforts to reach a permanent peace deal.
Breaking News - SK Hynix US Offering Is More Than Seven Times Oversubscribed
SK Hynix Inc.'s US listing is more than seven times oversubscribed, according to people familiar with the matter, as the South Korean memory chipmaker prepares to price its offering Thursday.
Weekly Casserole - Hedge funds dumped chip stocks for a fourth week as AI shares sold off - Week of July 6, 2026
U.S. hedge funds sold tech hardware stocks for a fourth week in a row, according to a client note from Goldman Sachs. Do you think the rally is over?
Will the BoE Loosen Bank Leverage Rules to Support the Gilt Market?
The Bank of England(BoE) is going to publish its July Financial Stability Report at 10:30 a.m. (GMT+1) on July 7. There is one issue could have consequences well beyond bank regulation: whether British lenders should be given more room to hold government bonds. The BoE has
Results Deep Dive - Samsung’s Record Profit Wasn’t Enough? Is the AI Memory Boom Nearing Its Peak?
Samsung Electronics has just announced its earnings guidance for the second quarter of 2026. Normally it will push its stock higher. Instead, investors sold. Samsung’s second quarter revenue reached approximately KRW 171 trillion, while operating profit hit about KRW 89.4 trillion — its third consecutive record quarter. Profit is
BTS at the World Cup Final: What Will They Perform?
On July 19, MetLife Stadium will host the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final halftime show, with BTS taking the stage as co-headliners alongside Madonna and Shakira. It will be the first time all seven members have appeared together at a World Cup. Four years ago, Jungkook stood alone
Taylor Swift: Married at Madison Square Garden This Year?
YIt's been nearly a year since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement, and the couple has yet to confirm a single official wedding detail. New York City has confirmed a permit filed for an event at Madison Square Garden on July 3, capped at 999 guests,
Silicon Bakery - Apple Raises Price While Micron Calls out Apple for Memory Shortage
Apple is raising prices of multiple key products as a pass-through of skyrocketed memorgy costs; While Microns seems to hold a different view. Apple vs Micron - Who Do You Believe Stands for the Truth? AppleResult28.57%MicronResult71.43%56 PollsEndedTBD Apple raises prices of MacBooks, iPads as memory costs
