Jake Paul Buys Yadier Molina's Massive Puerto Rico Mansion For $15.7 Million

Netflix Exceeds Earnings Estimates As Subscribers Increase

Netflix Exceeds Earnings Estimates , As Subscribers Increase. Netflix Exceeds Earnings Estimates , As Subscribers Increase. Netflix released a Q1 earnings report on April 18, indicating that its number of subscribers jumped 16% year-over-year to reach 269.6 million. Analysts only expected the streamer to have about 264.2 million subscribers, CNBC reports. . The company also brought in $9.37 billion in revenue versus analysts' expectations of $9.28 billion. . However, Netflix said that its membership numbers are no longer the main factor contributing to the company's growth. As a result, the company will stop providing "quarterly membership numbers or average revenue per user" beginning in 2025, CNBC reports. . Instead, it will divulge "major subscriber milestones as we cross them.". Price hikes, terminating password sharing and offering an ad-supported tier are all tactics that have boosted revenue. Netflix is also seeking to gain traction within the video game space and recently partnered with TKO Group Holdings to offer WWE on the platform. We’re in the very early days of developing our live programming and I would look at this as an expansion of the types of content we offer, the way we expanded to film and unscripted and animation and most recently games, Ted Sarandos, co-CEO of Netflix, via earnings call. We believe that these kind of event cultural moments like the Jake Paul and Mike Tyson fight are just that kind of television, and we want to be part of winning over those moments with our members as well, so that for me is the excitement part of this, Ted Sarandos, co-CEO of Netflix, via earnings call. As of the morning of April 18, Netflix's stock was up 27%

Jake Paul and Mike Tyson to Face Off in July

Jake Paul and Mike Tyson , to Face Off in July. ESPN reports that YouTuber-turned-prizefighter Jake Paul is set to meet former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson in a first-of-its-kind Netflix boxing event. . ESPN reports that YouTuber-turned-prizefighter Jake Paul is set to meet former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson in a first-of-its-kind Netflix boxing event. . In 2020, Paul started making a name for himself in combat sports with a knockout win over former NBA player Nate Robinson. In 2020, Paul started making a name for himself in combat sports with a knockout win over former NBA player Nate Robinson. That fight took place on the undercard of Mike Tyson's exhibition fight against Roy Jones Jr. That fight took place on the undercard of Mike Tyson's exhibition fight against Roy Jones Jr. On July 20, Paul and Tyson will appear as the main event for Netflix's first foray into live combat sports. Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson is a once-in-a-lifetime dream matchup and I anticipate it will be the most-watched boxing event in modern boxing history, Nakisa Bidarian, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) co-founder, via ESPN. Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson is a once-in-a-lifetime dream matchup and I anticipate it will be the most-watched boxing event in modern boxing history, Nakisa Bidarian, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) co-founder, via ESPN. ESPN reports that it remains unclear how the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation will handle what is likely to be a highly-criticized matchup. ESPN reports that it remains unclear how the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation will handle what is likely to be a highly-criticized matchup. It remains unclear whether the match will be considered a pro fight or an exhibition bout. Despite being considered one of the greatest heavyweight boxers in history, Tyson will be 58 years old by the time the fight rolls around. Paul, at just 27 years old, will be three decades younger than his opponent. Tyson, who was the undisputed heavyweight champion from 1987 to 1990, lost his last professional fight by knockout in 2005. . Tyson, who was the undisputed heavyweight champion from 1987 to 1990, lost his last professional fight by knockout in 2005.

This Day in History: Jackie Robinson Breaks Color Barrier

This Day in History:, Jackie Robinson Breaks Color Barrier. April 15, 1947. The 28-year-old baseball player became the first African American to play for Major League Baseball. The Georgia native stepped onto the grass of Ebbots Field in Brooklyn as a Brooklyn Dodger. Two years later, the star infielder was named the National League's MVP as well as a batting champ. He led his team to six National League pennants and the World Series in 1955. Robinson was subjected to the racism of both players and baseball fans throughout his career. Jim Crow laws forced him to dine at different restaurants and stay at different hotels than the rest of his team. Robinson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962. His number, 42, was the the first to be retired in 1997

Ex-Ohtani Interpreter Likely to Face Federal Charges, Sources Say

Ex-Ohtani Interpreter , Likely to Face Federal Charges, Sources Say. NBC reports that Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter may face federal charges in connection with a gambling investigation into a California bookie. . According to sources, Ohtani has been assisting with the investigation. The news from NBC follows a similar report by TMZ that Ippei Mizuhara, the former Ohtani interpreter, will be facing charges by federal authorities. On March 21, Mizuhara was fired by the L.A. Dodgers after attorneys representing Ohtani alleged "massive theft" had occurred related to sports gambling. On March 21, Mizuhara was fired by the L.A. Dodgers after attorneys representing Ohtani alleged "massive theft" had occurred related to sports gambling. In response, Major League Baseball , opened an investigation. . On March 25, Ohtani made his first public comments on the matter, saying that he had been betrayed and lied to, while denying any involvement in gambling. I’m very saddened and shocked that someone who I trusted has done this, Shohei Ohtani, via NBC. Ippei has been stealing money from my account and has told lies, Shohei Ohtani, via NBC. NBC reports that Mizuhara is both Ohtani's interpreter and long-time friend who has had a constant presence beside the baseball phenom. The scandal, involving over $4.5 million in wire transfers from Ohtani's account, was brought to light following reports by ESPN and the 'Los Angeles Times.'

Haiti's Transitional Council Looks to Rebuild Following 'Collapse' of Institutions

Haiti's Transitional Council , Looks to Rebuild Following , 'Collapse' of Institutions. NBC reports that Haiti's transition council formally took power on April 25. It seeks to restore order after suffering the effects of years of gang violence. Former Prime Minister Ariel Henry's finance minister, Michel Patrick Boisvert, will serve as Haiti's interim prime minister until a new head of government can be appointed. . Today is an important day in the life of our dear republic, this day in effect opens a view to a solution, Michel Patrick Boisvert, interim prime minister, via NBC . Non-voting council member Regine Abraham said the council would focus on security, constitutional reform and elections. . Abraham said that the group must also rebuild the nation's judiciary system and fix the economy. . We are seeing the total collapse of our institutions and failure of a government, Regine Abraham, non-voting council member, via NBC News. We are seeing the total collapse of our institutions and failure of a government, Regine Abraham, non-voting council member, via NBC News. Facing this unprecedented crisis, the entire population has recognized the urgent need of a firm hand to take us out of this spiral of despair and destruction, Regine Abraham, non-voting council member, via NBC News. Facing this unprecedented crisis, the entire population has recognized the urgent need of a firm hand to take us out of this spiral of despair and destruction, Regine Abraham, non-voting council member, via NBC News. NBC reports that armed gangs have been tightening their grip on the capital and toppling Henry for years, largely equipped with weapons trafficked from the United States. NBC reports that armed gangs have been tightening their grip on the capital and toppling Henry for years, largely equipped with weapons trafficked from the United States. Last month, Henry announced that he would step down once the council was in place. . In late February, the now-former prime minister fled to Puerto Rico as gangs threatened to overtake the capital. . In late February, the now-former prime minister fled to Puerto Rico as gangs threatened to overtake the capital.

Haitian PM arrives in Puerto Rico after long absence as gang conflict worsens