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Shaquille O’Neal, the former Los Angeles Lakers star, wants a $50 million payout from the team following its recent sale. O’Neal, who was a key player in the Lakers’ success, believes he is entitled to a share of the $10 billion sale due to his contributions to the team’s...

Bill Ackman is best known for his large investments in companies that can lead to activist battles. The investor is now ready to take a break from the stock market to participate in a sports competition. What Happened: Ackman and professional tennis player Jack Sock will play doubles in the...

Streaming giant Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) is expanding its offerings to include reality competitions, music shows and celebrity interviews as it seeks to grow its subscriber base and increase advertising revenue from ad-supported plans. What Happened: Netflix is no stranger to live events, having...

The highly anticipated "F1" movie dominated the box office weekend and could be a rare theatrical hit for tech giant Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL). Here's a look at how the film stacks up versus other Apple theatrical releases and why its success is important. What Happened: Starring Brad Pitt, "F1"...

New On The Block Bahama Breeze may soon be gone with the wind. Darden Restaurants (NYSE:DRI) is considering selling the Caribbean-inspired chain or repurposing all its locations. The decision comes after Darden closed 15 Bahama Breeze restaurants in May, leaving just 28. Guru Focus reported that...

Among the standout developments in Nike Inc.’s (NYSE:NKE) fourth quarter earnings on Thursday was the rapid ascent of its Vomero 18 running shoes, which became a $100 million franchise within just 90 days of launch. Check out the current price of NKE stock here.What Happened: During the...

Nike Inc (NYSE:NKE) reported fourth-quarter financial results for fiscal 2025 Thursday after the market close. Here’s a rundown of the athletic footwear and apparel company’s report. Q4 Earnings: Nike reported fourth-quarter revenue of $11.1 billion, beating analyst estimates ...

New On The Block Spanish La Liga club Getafe is considering a sale, per The Telegraph. On the buyside is Fenway Sports Group (FSG), the Boston-based firm led by billionaire John W. Henry. FSG already owns Liverpool FC, the Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Penguins. Ángel Torres, Getafe's current...

Several professional athletes have announced taking salary or endorsement money in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) in recent years, including NFL superstar Saquon Barkley. Here's a look back at his decision and how much investors could have made following the NFL star running back. What Happened: Barkley,...

When people name their GOATs, or Greatest of All Time athletes, across various sports there's a good chance that Joey Chestnut's name comes up. After a controversial ban from the 2024 Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, the king is returning next month. What Happened: Whether Chestnut is a GOAT...

Streaming viewership for movies, shows, and sports hit a major milestone in May, surpassing the combined audience of broadcast and cable TV for the first time—a shift that underscores the medium's growing dominance. What Happened: Consumers are likely not surprised to hear that streaming is the...

In the world of sports betting, there are bets on one team winning, bets on player props and various other options, alongside what one 24-year-old has found fame from: parlaying multiple teams to win championships. What Happened: An unemployed 24-year-old who doesn't consider himself a big sports...

Video game retailer GameStop Corporation (NYSE:GME) recognizes its gaming business is under pressure and is turning to Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and trading cards as its next growth segments. What Happened: At the company’s annual meeting, GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen highlighted how the first quarter...

Genius Sports Inc. shares (NYSE:GENI) are moving higher Thursday after Texas Capital Securities initiated coverage with a Buy rating and issued a $14 price target. What To Know: This bullish coverage comes alongside a major announcement that the company has expanded and extended its strategic...

Rapper Jay-Z made a $1 million bet on the 2025 NBA Finals and before the series is even over, he's already out his bet. Don't worry though, losing $1 million probably won't be a "hard knock life" for someone worth billions of dollars. What Happened: He may be a former NBA owner (Brooklyn Nets), but...