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Amazon is expanding 'Melania' to nearly 300 more theaters after a better-than-expected opening weekend

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"Melania." Amazon MGM Studios "Melania" is expanding to over 2,000 screens this weekend. The movie earned $7 million on 1,778 screens in its opening weekend January 30. The movie will have stiff competition as it will be up against the Super Bowl. "Melania" is expanding in its second weekend in theaters. After the Amazon MGM Studios documentary on first lady Melania Trump earned a better-than-expected $7 million on 1,778 screens in its opening weekend, the Brett Ratner-directed doc is now going to be on almost 300 more. "Melania" will be available on a total of 2,003 screens this weekend, Business Insider can exclusively report. Amazon declined to comment. "The abundance of press worked wonders for 'Melania' as the film expands to over 2,000 theaters this weekend," Exhibitor Relations box-office analyst Jeff Bock told Business Insider. "Whether or not that will help its legs remains to be seen. Super Bowl wee...

Here’s how Roblox’s age checks work

The company says it has continuous age check systems running in the background to ensure age accuracy. from TechCrunch https://ift.tt/pY75KFQ via IFTTT

Workday cuts 400 jobs as software stocks tumble

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Dado Ruvic/REUTERS Workday announced layoffs affecting about 2% of its workforce, mostly those in customer-service roles. The company said it's realigning resources while continuing to hire in strategic areas and locations. The cuts come as AI developments rattle software investors, with Workday shares down about 34% from a year ago. Workday is laying off about 400 employees, citing a need to realign its resources to meet its top priorities. In a securities filing Wednesday, the California-based software provider for payroll, talent management, and expense processing said the cuts represent about 2% of its overall workforce and will primarily affect non-revenue-generating roles within its global customer service team. It said it plans to continue to hire in strategic areas and locations. Workday didn't cite artificial intelligence in its filing as a reason for the layoffs. Recent AI developments have, however, soured investors' outlook for many software compan...

The best space heaters in 2026, tested for power and safety

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When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more We tested over two dozen space heaters to find the best at safely and efficiently heating small and large spaces. Kinsley Searles/Business Insider; Steph Coelho/Business Insider Using a space heater is the best way to warm up corners of your home untouched by central heating or to add an burst of warmth to your freezing basement. Wherever you need extra heat, the best space heaters are powerful and efficient, with safety features like stay-cool housing, timers, and automatic shut-off. After testing 30 models and talking to heating and safety experts, our top pick is the Vornado AVH10 . It's a powerful model that excels at maintaining an accurate temperature. For large rooms like living rooms, garages, or basements, we recommend the Dreo Solaris Tower Heater 718 . It balances impressive power with quiet operation and low energy usage. Learn more about how Business Insider Reviews te...

PepsiCo says it's cutting prices on snacks like Lay's and Doritos by up to 15%, as consumers feel 'stretched'

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PepsiCo plans to cut prices on some snacks. ADAM GRAY/Reuters PepsiCo is cutting prices on some of its brands, such as Lay's, CEO Ramon Laguarta said Tuesday. The price cuts will be as high as 15% for some products, the company said. It's the latest example of how the K-shaped economy is shaping companies' strategies. The company behind Cheetos and Lay's plans to cut snack prices as many shoppers continue to feel financially pressured. PepsiCo is cutting the suggested retail price of some snacks, such as Lay's, Doritos, Cheetos, and Tostitos, by up to 15% this week, the company said on Tuesday. "We've spent the past year listening closely to consumers, and they've told us they're feeling the strain," Rachel Ferdinando, CEO of PepsiCo Foods US, said in a statement. The price cuts won't happen across the board, CEO Ramon Laguarta said on the company's fourth-quarter earnings call on Tuesday. PepsiCo will be "very surg...

The 26 music artists with the most Grammy Awards of all time

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Kendrick Lamar is now the most-awarded rapper in Grammys history. Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for The Recording Academy The Grammy Awards , billed as "music's biggest night," were launched in 1959. Top winners include big-name artists like Paul McCartney, Jay-Z, and Stevie Wonder. In 2026, Kendrick Lamar became the most-awarded rapper in Grammy history. Since 1959, the Recording Academy has been heaping Grammys upon influential musicians, and this year was no different — Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, The Cure, and Billie Eilish all walked away with golden gramophones. The most-awarded artists in history stretch across the musical spectrum, from classical composers and producers to rock stars, rappers, pop hitmakers, and more. The top 25 most-awarded artists of all time are listed below. 25 (tie). Jimmy Sturr — 18 wins Jimmy Sturr at the 45th annual Grammy Awards. Mark Mainz/Getty Images Jimmy Sturr won his first Grammy Award in 1987 for best polka...

Why Tether’s CEO is everywhere right now

For years, Tether's CEO avoided the United States, watching from offshore as regulators circled and prosecutors investigated. Those days are over. from TechCrunch https://ift.tt/12tF6AC via IFTTT