Warner Bros.’ highly-anticipated film “Barbie” has kicked off its box office run with a bang, dominating the competition and exceeding expectations. In Thursday previews alone, the movie raked in an impressive $22.3 million, leaving Universal’s “Oppenheimer” in the dust with its earnings of $10.5 million. Not only did “Barbie” break records for Thursday previews, but it also set a new record for the biggest preview haul of the entire summer box office season. With its $22.3 million, the film surpassed the previous record held by “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” which earned $17.5 million. Experts predict that “Barbie” is…
Author: Robert Gill
Google is shaking things up once again with a new redesign for the Messages homescreen on Android. The tech giant has replaced the navigation drawer and its iconic hamburger icon with a more streamlined account menu. In addition, the full-width search bar has been replaced with a sleek magnifying glass icon. But that’s not all. Google has also updated the search feature, ditching the previous “Categories” carousel in favor of a more user-friendly standard grid. This change aims to make it easier for users to find and navigate through their messages. The new design not only looks sleek and modern,…
Overwatch League (OWL), one of the most prominent names in the esports world, has recently implemented a major layoff, leaving around 50 employees without jobs. This surprising move has raised concerns about the future of the competitive gaming scene. Road Rug Cars, being committed to providing the latest news on the gaming industry, explores the implications of this decision and how it affects the future of OWL. The fate of OWL now lies in the hands of team owners who will determine the league’s future after the current season. There is a worrying possibility that the league may be terminated…
Greece Braces for Devastating Wildfires as Heatwave Approaches As Greece struggles to recover from recent wildfires, a new heatwave threatens to exacerbate the situation. One of the most affected areas is the popular tourist island of Rhodes, where a fire broke out, leading to the evacuation of three villages. The situation is further complicated as fresh evacuation orders are being issued for regions near Athens, which are also under threat from the flames. The Mediterranean, known for its idyllic beaches and stunning landscapes, has become a wildfire hotspot due to hotter and drier summers. This year, Greece has been particularly…
Title: “Real Housewives Drama Erupts Over Restaurant Choice in Season 14 Premiere” The highly anticipated premiere of the 14th season of “The Real Housewives of New York City” has ignited a fiery controversy surrounding a seemingly innocuous restaurant choice. In this episode, viewers witness tensions escalate as Erin Dana Lichy expresses her disappointment with her fellow castmates, Brynn Whitfield and Sai De Silva, for not joining her for dinner at the selected dining establishment. To everyone’s surprise, Brynn and Sai decided to dine at Casa Cipriani instead, promptly posting about their meal on social media. Erin, feeling confused and left…
Representative Pramila Jayapal’s recent comment referring to Israel as a “racist state” has sparked a wave of controversy across the political spectrum. Her statement has drawn a strong response from White House officials, who have reiterated the United States’ unwavering support for Israel and President Biden’s objection to Jayapal’s remarks. This latest development comes on the heels of President Biden’s earlier comments about certain members of the Israeli government being “the most extremist” he has seen in nearly four decades. These remarks highlight the challenges faced by the President in navigating the delicate diplomatic tensions between the United States and…
Title: Hollywood Actors’ Union Goes on Strike Demanding Fair Pay and Residuals In a historic move, the SAG-AFTRA union, representing Hollywood actors, has initiated a strike after failing to reach a mutual agreement with major Hollywood studios. This marks the first time in over 60 years that actors and writers are striking simultaneously, resulting in the suspension of numerous film and television productions. The core demands of the striking actors revolve around increased pay and a reassessment of residuals, which have experienced a decline due to the booming popularity of streaming services. Standing strong with the 11,000 Writers Guild of…
Title: MUFG Union Bank to Pay $15 Million in Settlement for Deceptive Practices, Customers Affected Subtitle: U.S.-based Bank Reimburses Affected Customers and Implements Corrective Actions In a major development, MUFG Union Bank has agreed to pay $15 million as part of a settlement following allegations of deceptive practices towards its customers. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) accused the bank of failing to fulfill its promises of providing fee waivers and discounts to customers. The affected customers primarily included individuals with deposit accounts, rented safe deposit boxes, or were enrolled in Union Bank’s private banking program. The…
Title: United Nations Encourages Political Will and Investment to Eradicate AIDS by 2030 In a recent announcement, the United Nations (UN) has expressed confidence that the world can effectively combat the HIV/AIDS epidemic by the year 2030. The key to achieving this goal lies in countries demonstrating political will, investing in prevention and treatment, and adopting non-discriminatory laws, according to the UN. As of 2022, approximately 39 million people across the globe were living with HIV, as reported by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS). The organization highlighted the urgent need for action to prevent the progression of…
NASA’s Solid-state Architecture Batteries for Enhanced Rechargeability and Safety program (SABERS) has made significant breakthroughs in battery-powered flight research. A sulfur selenium prototype battery developed under the program boasts an impressive energy density of 500 watt-hours per kilogram, doubling that of traditional lithium-ion batteries. Not only are these batteries more energy-efficient, but SABERS researchers have also discovered a method to enhance their discharge rate, making them ten times faster than when the research began. One of the major advantages of these sulfur selenium batteries is that they can be stacked without the need for casings, allowing for lighter weights and…