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Funko Pop maker admits it might not survive another year as sales crash

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Okay, so I was checking out the latest numbers for the company that makes those Funko Pops, and things aren’t looking great. They brought in about $250.9 million in sales last quarter, but that’s down 14% from last year. Even worse, they actually lost around a million bucks! They’re saying people just aren’t buying as much stuff right now, import taxes are hitting them hard, and stores are being careful about how much they order. Basically, it’s a tough time for retail, and it’s impacting them big time.

Worldcoin’s Shocking Turnaround: Is This a Real Trend or Just Another Short-Term Pump?

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According to the ever-so-optimistic crypto analyst Bitcoin Meraklısı (who you can totally trust because, well, they’re on the internet), Worldcoin has allegedly broken out of its two-month downtrend. Hallelujah! 🙌 But wait, there’s more. The real test now is whether it can hold steady above that trendline and retest it like a real champ. Oh, and the 4-hour chart, because we all know that’s where the magic happens, suggests that if Worldcoin actually manages to pull this off, it could ride its newfound momentum all the way up to resistance levels. Maybe even higher. Maybe. 🤷‍♀️

Blue Protocol: Star Resonance is a pleasantly repetitive experience

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The game launched in Japan, but the Western release faced delays and was eventually canceled without much announcement. Shortly after, Bandai Namco completely shut down the game globally. Like many online games of its type, Blue Protocol struggled to gain traction and was ultimately discontinued.

The Nation-State’s Last Breath: A Tolstoyan Tale

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“Modern nation-states, these ancient relics, are nearly 380 years old,” Hope mused, as if recounting the tale of a forgotten war, “pre-dating even the discovery of oxygen and gravity! How quaint!” The internet and blockchain, he argues, are the new muskets of societal organization, allowing humanity to forge bonds across borders as easily as a farmer sows seeds. 🌍⚡

Sydney Sweeney’s New Sports Biopic Continues Disappointing 2025 Box Office Streak

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According to Deadline, the film Christy is expected to make $1.25 million during its first three days in theaters, playing in 2,814 locations. This puts it on track to open at number 11, behind Tron: Ares. Although it might perform better on Saturday and climb into the Top 10 by Sunday, the opening continues a trend of lower-than-expected box office results for Sydney Sweeney.

DC Studios’ Dynamic Duo Movie Makes DC History With First Footage

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Swaybox Studios, the animation studio behind Dynamic Duo, has shared a first look at the upcoming 2028 DC film. This preview is part of their search for talent to work on the project and is notable because it’s the first time a studio has released footage of a DC movie so far in advance – over two and a half years before its release.

The Funniest Movies That Will Have You in Hysterics

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Everyone enjoys a good laugh, and while what’s funny varies from person to person, we’ve put together a list of what we think are the best comedy movies ever made. Whether you prefer silly slapstick, strange surreal humor, sharp satire, or playful spoofs, you’re sure to find something you’ll love.

The Diplomat Gave Keri Russell Her Best TV Role Since The Americans

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I’ve been completely hooked by The Diplomat. It’s fascinating to watch how Elizabeth and Kate approach power – Elizabeth uses secrecy and ideals, while Kate battles within the strict rules of her public role. The show really digs into what happens when power and gender clash in the world of diplomacy. What struck me most is how it shows the cost of being good at your job as a woman in a system that almost wants you to disappear. The plot is incredibly tight – full of threats, political games, and tough choices – but the real drama, for me, is how all that mirrors the characters’ inner struggles. Keri Russell is amazing, and while I loved her in The Americans, I think The Diplomat truly cements her status as one of the best dramatic actors on TV right now.