Netflix Dates Studio Ponoc’s Animated Feature ‘The Imaginary’

“The Imaginary,” an upcoming hand-drawn animated fantasy film from Japan’s Studio Ponoc that will play in competition at this year’s Annecy International Animation Film Festival, is set to debut July 5 on Netflix. An Oscar-qualifying run is also planned. “The Imaginary” is directed by Yoshiyuki Momose, whose credits as an animator include Studio Ponoc’s 2017 debut feature “Mary and the Witch’s …

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Best sex toy for couples in 2024 (UK)

There’s obviously something special between you and your boo — and we don’t just mean the vibrator. But don’t underestimate how much fun sex toys can bring to the bedroom. Even if you’re already well equipped with toys, there’s no harm upgrading. It’s always a good time to add something new and spicy into the mix. And in this age …

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Lies, confections, distortions: how the right made London the most vilified place in Britain | Aditya Chakrabortty

I have been reading about the most abysmal place. It is a land where children, red-faced with their own radicalism, march alongside bearded Islamists to make the streets a no-go zone, while nodding-dog liberals curse the Brexiter masses for inflating the cost of their arugula. It boasts an infinite array of pronouns; multimillion-pound townhouses whose residents demand you check your …

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CONMED Corporation (CNMD) Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Call End: CONMED Corporation (NYSE:CNMD)Q1 2024 Earnings Conference CallApril 24, 2024, 16:30 PM ET Company Participants Curt Hartman – Chair, President and Chief Executive OfficerTodd Garner – Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Matt O’Brien – Piper SandlerYoung Li – JefferiesVik Chopra – Wells FargoKristen Stewart – CL KingRick Wise – StifelRobbie Marcus – J.P. MorganTravis …

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Matty Healy Just Gave His First Thoughts on Taylor Swift’s New Album

We would never advocate for hounding celebrities out and about, but in this case, gotta say we salute citizen journalism (a.k.a. paparazzi). Matty Healy, lead singer of The 1975, was just asked how he feels about Taylor Swift’s blockbuster album The Tortured Poets Department, which fans have speculated is largely about their relationship. For those who haven’t listened or caught …

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Which Is Best for You?

Paid non-client of Betterment. Views may not be representative, see more reviews at the App Store and Google Play Store. Learn More about this relationship. Wealthfront and Betterment are two well-established companies that have been integral in the formation, and ongoing development, of the robo-advisor industry. Both companies are among the winners in our list of the best robo-advisors of 2023, …

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Mark Zuckerberg says Threads has 150 million monthly active users

Meta’s Twitter/X rival Threads is growing at a stable pace. The social network now has more than 150 million monthly active users — up from 130 million in February — Mark Zuckerberg mentioned during the company’s Q1 2024 earnings call. Since the last quarterly earnings call, Threads has notably taken steps towards integrating with ActivityPub, the decentralized protocol that powers …

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These 6 Items Are Over $50 Off at Sam’s Club Now

Many shoppers are investing in warehouse clubs to help reduce their spending. If you’re looking for a way to shop the best deals to keep more money in the bank, you might consider joining Sam’s Club. You can save on everyday essentials and other goods. Looking for shopping inspiration? Here are a few items going for more than $50 off …

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The 29 Most Trendy Spring Wedding Guest Dresses 2024

As everything starts to look a bit sunnier, odds are that you’ve found yourself on the guest list of several upcoming spring and summer weddings. Which means it’s time to start outfit planning — and we’re here to help. We’ve gathered all the best spring wedding guest dresses based on what’s hot this season. From New York and Paris Fashion …

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Mark Zuckerberg warns of stock volatility as Meta bets billions more on AI investment ‘before we make much revenue’

Brace for turbulence, and have patience. That was Mark Zuckerberg’s message to Meta shareholders on Wednesday as he explained his decision to plow tens of billions of dollars into a multi-year AI spending spree that will precede any meaningful payoff. The cofounder and CEO of Meta, which owns Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, said that he’d recently become more optimistic about …

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Zuckerberg: It will take Meta years to make money from generative AI

The generative AI gold rush is underway — just don’t expect it to create profits anytime soon. The company is already quite profitable, having grown net income to more than $12 billion on $36.5 billion in revenue in the last quarter alone. But its revenue growth is expected to slow going forward. At the same time, it’s spending more than …

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40 Unique & Affordable Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Hey! While we’re doing our best to make sure the products we feature will arrive in time for Mother’s Day, shipping times can vary depending on where you live, which product you purchase, and more. Be sure to double-check the retailers’ websites for shipping information to ensure that your gift will arrive in time for the 12th!

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Has There Ever Been a More Joyful Movie Than Amélie?

Try putting pure joy into words. The English language has plenty of worthy adjectives and beautiful metaphors but nothing quite comes close to actually, perfectly capturing what it feels like to be completely filled with happiness. To reverberate with delight. To float on cloud nine. No, to adequately capture that feeling, you need more than just words. You need pictures, …

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Mike Johnson Addresses His Icy Reception at Columbia

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), speaking to CNN right after his cold reception by pro-Palestine Columbia University student protesters, said he wasn’t surprised by the situation, since he was there to essentially issue a reprimand. Johnson told Erin Burnett that he and the other Republican lawmakers who joined him on campus had a message for the students. “I’m not surprised …

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Jennifer Love Hewitt Shares What’s “Strange” About Being a Mom

Jennifer Love Hewitt can’t hardly wait to share her take on parenthood.  The I Know What You Did Last Summer star offered some insight into her life as a mom by re-posting a funny quote from blogger 24/7 MOMS on social media.  “You know what’s strange about having kids?” read the post shared to Jennifer’s Instagram Story April 23. “All of a sudden there …

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Chipotle abandons Farmesa Fresh Eatery spinoff after ghost kitchen closes

Chipotle is launching Farmesa Fresh Eatery first at Kitchen United’s upcoming Santa Monica location. Source: Chipotle Mexican Grill Chipotle Mexican Grill is abandoning its Farmesa Fresh Eatery spinoff after partner Kitchen United closed its ghost kitchens. A little over a year ago, Chipotle announced the opening of its first Farmesa location at Kitchen United’s Santa Monica location. The spinoff’s menu …

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Meta proves AI hype has its limits

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Investor tolerance for extravagant corporate spending on artificial intelligence is showing signs of fatigue. Meta shareholders were willing to back Mark Zuckerberg’s AI ambitions when the company’s digital advertising business was humming, costs elsewhere were coming down and cash was …

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