Michael Jackson Movie Breaks All-Time Biopic Box Office Record

Michael is moonwalking past expectations. Antoine Fuqua’s Lionsgate biopic of Michael Jackson has taken the box office crown with a record $97 million domestic debut and $217 million globally, marking the biggest opening ever for a biopic, surpassing Straight Outta Compton. Directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson, the Lionsgate release is thriving despite weak reviews, powered by strong audience scores and nostalgia-driven performances of Jackson’s biggest hits.

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Spotify is stepping deeper into fitness through a new partnership with Peloton, bringing 1,400-plus on-demand workout classes directly into its app for paid users. Launched Monday, the offering spans running, strength, yoga, and meditation, signaling a push to boost engagement as fitness content surges on the platform. The move also aligns with Spotify’s broader expansion into video and creator-driven content.

Oprah Winfrey has signed a multi-year deal with Amazon that splits her empire across platforms. Wondery, acquired by Amazon in 2020 for $300 million, will handle distribution and ad sales for The Oprah Podcast, expanding it to two weekly episodes, while Amazon secures rights to Oprah’s Book Club, Oprah’s Favorite Things, and the full The Oprah Winfrey Show library.

Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby is taking an indefinite leave of absence to enter residential treatment for gambling addiction, the school confirmed Monday. The move comes as the NCAA reportedly investigates his betting activity, including thousands of wagers across multiple sports while he was a college athlete. Sorsby, a high-profile transfer expected to start this season, could face eligibility consequences as the case adds to growing scrutiny around sports gambling in college athletics.

Apple is preparing major updates for incoming CEO John Ternus — who takes over for Tim Cook on Sept. 1 — lining up 10 new product categories. At the center is a foldable iPhone launching shortly after his start, alongside expanded AI-driven devices like smart home hubs, wearables, and glasses. The strategy positions Ternus to debut as CEO with Apple’s most ambitious hardware and AI push in years.

Adidas made marathon history in London as Sabastian Sawe and Yomif Kejelcha both ran sub-2-hour times, with Sawe setting a world record at 1:59:30. Tigist Assefa also set a women’s record at 2:15:41. All three wore the Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3, which sold out within minutes of Monday pre-orders and quickly hit resale prices above $3,000.

China has blocked Meta’s $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus, citing regulatory concerns over foreign investment and tech transfer. The surprise move underscores Beijing’s push to protect homegrown AI amid rising tensions with the U.S. and could complicate Meta’s ambitions. The decision signals tighter scrutiny on cross-border deals, even those structured outside China.

NBA officials are moving toward major draft lottery reform, reportedly focused on a leading proposal backed by momentum league-wide. The plan would expand the lottery from 14 to 18 teams and flatten odds for the worst teams, giving the bottom 10 teams an equal 8% chance at No. 1 to discourage tanking. Adam Silver has indicated changes could be implemented as early as next season, pending owner approval.

Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter are officially releasing their duet “Bring Your Love” on April 30 after debuting it during a surprise Coachella performance. The track, previewed during Carpenter’s headlining set, marks a key moment in Madonna’s rollout for her upcoming album Confessions II, her first album in seven years.

Justin Rose has signed with McLaren, becoming its first global ambassador as the company officially launches into the sport. Rose will debut McLaren-designed clubs at this week’s Cadillac Championship in Miami, marking a rare full equipment switch for the current No. 5 golfer in the world. The move highlights McLaren Golf’s push to translate its Formula 1 engineering identity into high-performance golf gear and apparel.

Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein has executive-produced a new short documentary, The Oklahoma Standard, exploring the city’s response to the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing. The film, created through his foundation, aims to educate younger generations about the tragedy and the community’s resilience. Released ahead of the 31st anniversary and during the Thunder’s playoff run, the documentary is available on YouTube.

House of the Dragon Season 3 will premiere June 21 on HBO, with a new trailer on Monday, teasing an escalating “Dance of the Dragons” civil war as Targaryens and rival factions clash for power. The eight-episode season continues the adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood and picks up after Season 2’s brutal cliffhanger. The series remains a key flagship for HBO’s global streaming strategy and expanding Game of Thrones universe.

Be sure to watch the full trailer here. >>

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