'The Beanie Bubble' nostalgically looks back at the 'Babies' boom that went bust
Movies and TV have enjoyed a fertile run of rise-and-fall business stories, from Theranos to WeWork to Chippendales. Add to that list "The Beanie Bubble," a nostalgia-infused look back at the plush-toy craze that swept America, turned collectors into "investors" and abruptly went as flat as a doll with the stuffing knocked out of it.
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McConnell's office says he will serve out this Congress as leader
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell plans to serve the rest of the 118th Congress as the GOP leader, the Kentucky Republican's office said in a statement Friday.
1970-01-01 08:00
USMNT news: Balogun to Inter, Pulisic vs Weah, Musah to Milan
Today's USMNT news is a Serie A special which includes FolarinBalogun being linked with Inter Milan. Christian Pulisic's ACMilanfaced off against a Juventus side that included Timothy Weah and Weston McKennie.Meanwhile, Yunus Musah is still holding out for amove to Milan.USMNT news: Fola...
1970-01-01 08:00
Bayern Munich's Harry Kane meeting with Tottenham postponed
Bayern Munich's meeting with Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy over the potential transfer Harry Kane has been postponed at short notice. The 30-year-old remains the Bundesliga giants' primary target and has 12 months left on his current contract.
1970-01-01 08:00
Man who drove through a Black Lives Matter protest and killed a demonstrator agrees to plea deal
Three years after a protester was fatally hit by a car during a Black Lives Matter protest in Seattle, the person responsible agreed to a plea deal on Thursday.
1970-01-01 08:00
CNH Industrial posts higher operating profit in Q2, confirms 2023 guidance
MILAN (Reuters) -Agricultural and construction machine maker CNH Industrial said on Friday its operating profit grew in the second quarter
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Russia urged to renew Ukraine grain deal at Africa summit
Egypt's leader says it is "essential" the deal allowing Ukraine to export grain be revived.
1970-01-01 08:00
These Are the Best US Cities for High-Paying Entry-Level Jobs
Recent graduates need trek no further than the Rockies for a lucrative entry-level position. The class of 2023
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Hugh Grant criticised by dwarf actor over Wonka role: "We are being pushed out of the industry"
An actor with dwarfism has hit out at the new film Wonka for casting Hugh Grant as an Oompa Loompa. George Coppen, 26, said the part should have been offered to an actor with the condition because there is already a shortage of appropriate roles for people with dwarfism. The upcoming movie will focus on the life of Willy Wonka, the mysterious character at the centre of the Roald Dahl novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, played by Timothee Chalamet. It features Grant as an Oompa Loompa trapped inside a jar. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter In previous versions of the story based on Roald Dahl's novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the characters were played by actors with dwarfism. Coppen, whose father played an Ewok in Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi, said: “A lot of actors [with dwarfism] feel like we are being pushed out of the industry we love. “A lot of people, myself included, argue that dwarfs should be offered everyday roles in dramas and soaps, but we aren’t getting offered those roles.” In the trailer, Grant’s character is seen saying: “I will have you know that I am a perfectly respectable size for an Oompa Loompa."Wonka replies: “An Oompa what now?” The Oompa Loopma says: “Allow me to refresh your memory.” “Oh, I don't think I want to hear that,” Wonka says. “Too late,” the Oompa Loompa answers. “I’ve started dancing now. Once we’ve started we can’t stop.” People commented on Grant’s role on Twitter. One person wrote: “Hugh Grant is definitely in his IDGAF [I don’t give a f***] era, every decision this man makes is insane and I love it.” Another wrote: “Thought another Wonka movie was unnecessary but now I'm sold, give me more Oompa Loompa Hugh Grant”. Wonka’s release date is 15 December 2023. Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
1970-01-01 08:00
Viral 'Zombie Kid' returns after 16 years to recreate video for Ninja Turtles film
The internet's iconic 'zombie kid' has reappeared 16 years on to help with the marketing for the new Ninja Turtles film - and it's sheer genius. Jonathan went viral after he was spotted wearing black and white face paint, and asked for his opinion on a water park. "I like turtles", he responds, with a completely straight face. And now, as an adult, he's back, but being asked for his thoughts on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. "I like turtles", he replies. Never gets old. Sign up to our new free Indy100 weekly newsletter
1970-01-01 08:00
Former NFL LB Whitney Mercilus 'sacked' by Air Force K-9 unit in USAA partnership
Former NFL linebacker Whitney Mercilus made a career out of chasing down and sacking opposing quarterbacks, but he was able to get "a taste of his own medicine," as he described it, with the help of USAA.Mercilus partnered with soon-to-be Hall of Fame offensive lineman Joe Thomas and U...
1970-01-01 08:00
'These are songs that I have written for me, they come from a real place...' Liam Fender on his new music, 'Nigel Gallagher' copying his cover and why he considered using a pseudonym to avoid comparisons with brother Sam
Liam Fender opens up about his debut EP 'Love Will...', his new songs and indie rock star brother Sam Fender.
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