Ryan Gosling Leads ‘Project Hail Mary’ to Amazon MGM Record Opening
Ryan Gosling leads a record-breaking weekend at the box office for Amazon MGM Studios as Project Hail Mary, based on Andy Weir’s 2021 novel, racked up an $80.6 million domestic debut, 2026’s biggest opening thus far. Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the sci-fi adventure earned $141 million globally and joins Oppenheimer as one of the few non-franchise films in a decade to open over $80 million.
WNBA Players Vote Unanimously to Ratify New CBA
WNBA players have unanimously ratified a new seven-year CBA, marking a landmark moment for the league. The deal, pending approval from the Board of Governors, introduces a first-ever revenue-sharing model in women’s sports, raising the 2026 salary cap to $7 million and projecting eventual growth to over $10 million. It also increases minimum/maximum salaries, expands the regular season in 2027, and continues player housing support.
Shohei Ohtani WBC Jersey Sells for Record $1.5 Million
Shohei Ohtani memorabilia hit a new peak as the jersey he wore in Japan’s 13‑0 2026 World Baseball Classic win over Chinese Taipei sold for $1,500,010 at MLB Auctions, far surpassing his previous top of $249,999 for a 2024 Dodgers game-worn jersey. The record‑setting sale drew 298 bids, fueled by his grand slam and standout WBC performance.
Celine Dion Teases Big Paris Comeback This Fall
Celine Dion is eyeing a major concert comeback in Paris, with plans for a multi-show run this fall at Paris La Défense Arena. The anticipated residency would span September and October with multiple weekly performances. Buzz around the return has been fueled by a citywide poster campaign featuring lyrics and titles from her biggest hits.
Kalshi Restricts Politicians, Athletes; Polymarket Implements New Insider Trading Rules
Prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket are tightening rules to curb insider trading as new Senate legislation targets betting on sports and casino-style events. Kalshi is restricting politicians and athletes from wagering on outcomes they can influence, while Polymarket is blocking trades based on stolen or illicit information. “Protecting market integrity is core to our business,” Kalshi said.
Men’s March Madness Kicks Off with Record-Breaking Viewership
Opening day of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament delivered record viewership, with Thursday’s games averaging 9.8 million viewers across CBS, TNT, TBS, and truTV, up 6% year-over-year. The primetime window led with 12.5 million viewers, the largest first-round audience ever. Across the tournament’s initial three days, including the First Four, games averaged 9.8 million viewers, marking the event’s strongest start since 2011.
Primary Wave Continues Spending Spree with Kobalt Acquisition
Primary Wave Music has agreed to acquire Kobalt from Francisco Partners in a deal valuing the combined company at reportedly around $7 billion, with the transaction estimated at around $1.5 billion. The move continues Primary Wave’s aggressive spending on music rights, adding Kobalt’s publishing and technology platform to a fast-growing portfolio of high-profile artist catalogs as it scales its presence across the global music business.
Prime Video to Spotlight NBA Icon in ‘Jerry West: The Logo’
Prime Video will premiere Jerry West: The Logo on April 16, marking the documentary debut of Kenya Barris. Best known for Black-ish, Barris expands into sports storytelling with an intimate, interview-driven portrait of Jerry West, featuring insights from NBA greats and offering a rare look at the man behind the league’s iconic logo.
MLB Taps Ford as Official Automotive Partner
Ford has become Major League Baseball’s official automotive partner in a multi-year deal spanning every level of the game. The partnership includes marquee events such as Opening Day, All-Star Week, MLB at Field of Dreams, and the July 4 initiative, while also supporting youth clinics, local equipment donations, and community activations. Ford aims to honor baseball tradition while engaging fans and communities nationwide.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba Inks Record WR Extension
Jaxon Smith-Njigba has reportedly signed a four-year, $168.6 million extension with the Seattle Seahawks, making him the highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history. The deal, averaging $42.15 million per year with over $120 million guaranteed, keeps the two-time Pro Bowler in Seattle through 2031. Smith-Njigba led the NFL in receiving yards in 2025, earning first-team All-Pro honors.
Toyota to Invest $1B to Expand U.S. Production
Toyota will invest $1 billion to expand production at two U.S. plants — $800 million in Georgetown, Kentucky, for Camry and RAV4 models, and $200 million in Princeton, Indiana, for the Grand Highlander SUV. The move is part of Toyota’s broader plan to invest up to $10 billion in U.S. operations over the next five years, reinforcing its strategy of “building where we sell” and increasing domestic manufacturing capacity amid ongoing trade and regulatory challenges.
Wu-Tang Clan Extends Farewell Tour with 26 More Dates
Wu-Tang Clan announced additional North American dates to extend their farewell tour, Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chapter. Kicking off Aug. 27, the 26-city run hits major cities including Toronto, Atlanta, Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, and Phoenix, with Bone Thugs-n-Harmony set to open most of the dates on the upcoming stretch.
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