In the midst of an inflation-fueled sales slump in the toy industry, Lego has emerged as a shining beacon of success. The Danish toymaker reported a 13% increase in revenue during the first half of 2024, reaching a staggering 31 billion Danish krone, equivalent to about $4.65 billion. CEO Niels Christiansen attributed this growth to
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The world has witnessed a staggering 95% increase in the population of crypto millionaires over the past year, indicating a significant surge in wealth accumulation within the crypto space. According to a recent report by New World Wealth and Henley & Partners, the number of individuals holding more than $1 million in crypto assets has
Fans of the Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans are in for a change when it comes to watching their favorite teams play in the upcoming NBA season. Both teams are parting ways with their regional sports networks owned by Diamond Sports, as revealed in a recent bankruptcy court filing. This move raises questions about
Restaurants across the country have increasingly turned to adding surcharges and fees to their bills to offset rising costs and compensate their employees. However, these practices have come under scrutiny from both customers and lawmakers, who argue that these “junk fees” may not be as transparent as they seem. The debate over whether restaurant surcharges
The Biden administration recently announced the resumption of offering free at-home Covid-19 tests to American households starting in late September. This decision comes at a critical time as the virus has gained a stronger foothold in the U.S. during the summer months. Through the COVIDtests.gov website, individuals will have the opportunity to request four free
The landscape for Paramount Global’s future has become increasingly uncertain as competing bids have emerged. The special committee overseeing Paramount’s affairs announced an extension of the “go shop” period by 15 days to consider a new offer from Edgar Bronfman Jr. Initially, Bronfman had put forth a $4.3 billion bid for Shari Redstone’s National Amusements,