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Dallas philanthropist Lyda Hill has devoted much of her giving to tackling social problems through science

Netflix's "Squid Game: The Challenge" Episode 10 or the «Squid Game: The Challenge» final episode is all set to be trending shortly. Viewers are curious to know when will the streaming giant air the finale. Two weeks ago, a total of 456 participants engaged in the intense competition of Red Light Green Light, each vying for a chance to claim a share of the colossal $4.56 million prize fund, enriched by the contributions of eliminated contestants. Today marks the airing of the final episode of Squid Game: The Challenge, where the ultimate winner of the largest prize in TV history will be revealed. Following the penultimate game, only three contenders remain: Mai (287), Phill (451), and Sam (016). In the concluding episode, these finalists will don tuxedos for their last shared meal before facing off in the eponymous last challenge: Squid Game. The suspense builds as one of them will emerge victorious, walking away with the remarkable prize of $4.56 million. The question looms: who will be the triumphant winner? While the preceding two installments were released at 3 am (ET), Netflix is strategically adjusting the release time for the «Squid Game: The Challenge» Episode 10 finale to maximize viewership. The highly anticipated conclusion, revealing the winner, will only be accessible for streaming on Netflix at 9 pm (ET) on Wednesday, December 6. This move aims to captivate a vast global audience eagerly awaiting the outcome of the series.

Animal is creating a buzz. Sam Bahadur is another movie that is likely to help Q3 earnings. Upcoming films such as Dunki, Salaar – Part 1 and Aquaman are also expected to boost occupancy levels.

Dogecoin (DOGE) has gained more than 10% over the past day as the cryptocurrency celebrates its tenth anniversary, marking a decade since its inception. 

₹32.55 crore. The day-wise earnings show a varied pattern in terms of audience turnout and revenue generated. Starting its Box Office journey, "Sam Bahadur" collected ₹6.25 crore on its opening day, setting a base for its first weekend.

Grey's Anatomy, has officially confirmed Ellen Pompeo's reprisal of her iconic role as Meredith Grey in the upcoming season 20. Pompeo's character departed for Boston in season 19, relocating with her children to prioritize their education. While it was initially uncertain how frequently Pompeo would revisit the series, the scheduling intricacies arising from industry strikes left fans in suspense. Now, with the premiere of season 20 on March 14, 2024, Allen sheds light on Pompeo's return in an Entertainment Tonight interview during the Kennedy Center Honors in Washington D.C.

The introduction of the Draft Broadcasting Services Regulation Bill, 2023 (Draft Bill), marks a significant shift in the regulatory approach taken by India towards over-the-top (OTT) streaming and digital news platforms available on the internet. The Draft Bill proposes extending traditional broadcasting regulations to digital publishing services, with requirements of mandatory registration, the establishment of content evaluation committees and adherence to common programme and advertising codes put in place for platforms across broadcasting mediums.

Truecaller Ads, an in-app publisher in India, has broadened its offerings. The proprietary ad formats prioritise the user experience, aiming for less intrusive ads. Brands can closely track the performance of the formats, gathering insights on user interactions, engagement rates, and conversion metrics. The data facilitates future campaign optimisation and audience targeting.

Shrenik Gandhi, co-founder and chief executive officer at digital agency White Rivers Media. “Influencers frequently partner for startups, and some even invest in them. Initial funding may come from influencers’ personal funds or partnerships with brands," Karan Pherwani, vice-president of influencer marketing agency Chtrbox said.

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Episode 20 approaches, the intricate web of right and wrong continues to entangle the characters. Following the revelation of Nobara's harrowing past, the aftermath of Shibuya's chaos prompts deep reflections among the students. Set for release on December 7, 2023, the upcoming episode, titled 'Right and Wrong Part 3,' promises intense developments in the saga.

Verizon Communications announced on Monday its plan to provide bundled streaming subscriptions to Netflix and the Warner Bros Discovery-owned Max platforms for its customers. Subscribers of Verizon's 'myPlan' can now choose ad-supported plans for both Netflix and Max at a combined cost of $10 per month, effective from Thursday. This addition marks the latest inclusion in Verizon's «myPlan» package, enabling users to subscribe to various services, including Apple Music, Walmart+, and Walt Disney's streaming services, each priced at $10 per month. The trend of telecom providers collaborating with streaming platforms continues to grow, aiming to enhance the appeal of their plans for consumers. Simultaneously, streaming services view these partnerships as opportunities to attract a wider audience. Verizon is set to introduce two content bundles, one featuring Netflix and Max, and the other comprising the Disney bundle. The Disney bundle includes Disney+ (ad-free), Hulu (with ads), and ESPN+ (with ads), all available for $20 per month. These bundled offerings, featuring Netflix and Max, will be accessible to Verizon mobile customers subscribed to the Unlimited Welcome, Unlimited Plus, or Unlimited Ultimate plans.

Netflix has just released a tantalizing trailer for the much-anticipated finale of Squid Game: The Challenge, promising a showdown among the final three contestants—Player 287/Mai, Player 451/Phill, and Player 16/Sam. Out of the initial 456 participants, these three remain, eagerly competing for the grand prize of $4.56 million. As the inaugural season of this reality TV sensation draws to a close, viewers are on the edge of their seats, awaiting the culmination of this intense battle of wits and strategy.

Amazon's streaming service Prime Video has signed a four-year deal with the International Cricket Council (ICC) to provide exclusive live broadcast rights in Australia for ICC cricket, which will be available on Prime Video Australia. The partnership will see Prime Video Australia exclusively stream all men’s and women’s events, including the Men’s and Women’s Cricket World Cups, T20 World Cups, Champions Trophy, U19s, and the World Test Championship Final. The deal includes streaming rights in Australia for 448 live games from 2024 to 2027. The deal follows the success of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, which broke several records, culminating in Australia lifting the trophy.

Eicher Motors, part of the Nifty 50 index, crossed the ₹4,000 apiece mark for the first time in today's session, recording a new all-time high of ₹4,164.90 apiece, up by 7%. The company's shares have been trading on an ex-split basis with a 1:10 ratio since August 25, 2020. In November, the shares jumped 18.25%, registering the largest monthly gain in 3 years.

Walmart is the latest company to publicly join the growing flock of major advertisers to pull spending from X, Elon Musk’s beleaguered social media company, amid concerns about hate speech — as well as reaching a sizeable audience on the platform

Fallout video game series, known for its immersive post-apocalyptic narratives, is set to make its mark on the small screen with an upcoming live-action TV series. From its origins in Interplay's 1997 Fallout game to the latest installment, Fallout 76, the franchise has captivated audiences with its diverse characters, power armor, ghouls, super mutants, and eccentric weaponry. Now, it's gearing up for its television premiere, promising fans a captivating journey into the wasteland. Here's everything we know about the upcoming 'Fallout' series.

Reacher" for a third season before Season 2 even hits the streaming platform on December 15. The renewal was revealed during the Prime Video Panel at CCXP in São Paulo, Brazil, where star Alan Ritchson, from the set of Season 3, conveyed the exciting news in a video. This decision reflects the streaming giant's unwavering confidence in the show's performance and growing global audience.

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₹6.25 crore on its opening day. The first two days of the Bollywood movie set a solid foundation for the film's Box Office run. As the weekend progressed, "Sam Bahadur" witnessed a significant surge on its second day, with a substantial 52% increase in collections, bringing in ₹9.5 crore.

Ranbir Kapoor's latest action thriller, 'Animal,' has sprinted past the Rs 100 crore milestone at the Indian box office within a mere two days of its theatrical debut and has even beaten the collections of 'Gadar 2' and 'Tiger 3' in North America. The Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial, featuring a stellar cast including Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, and Triptii Dimri, is creating waves with its impressive collections and has joined the ranks of speedy successes like 'Pathaan' and 'Jawan.' On its opening day, 'Animal' seized the spotlight by surging past Shah Rukh Khan's 'Pathaan,' raking in a staggering Rs 63.8 crore in India alone.

Candy Crush or Ludo King on our phones. In doing so, we helped the gaming industry go from something nifty to kill time with to a $3-billion omnipresent behemoth. In fact, it’s pegged to reach $7.5 billion worldwide in the next five years. In India, the sector has strengthened its roots with 568 million gamers, many of whom also participated in the 2022 Asian Games, where esports made its official debut.