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Pro Wrestling Legend The Iron Sheik Dies at 81
Pro Wrestling Legend , The Iron Sheik , Dies at 81.
NBC reports that the death of pro wrestling
legend the Iron Sheik was announced
on the wrestler's popular Twitter feed.
.
NBC reports that the death of pro wrestling
legend the Iron Sheik was announced
on the wrestler's popular Twitter feed.
.
The Iron Sheik, , born Hossein Khosrow Ali Vaziri, , was 81 years old.
According to the statement to his over
640,000 followers, the Iron Sheik , "transcended the realm of sports entertainment.".
The statement also noted "his larger-than-life
persona, incredible charism, and unparalleled in-ring
skills" that "captivated audiences around the globe." .
WWE is saddened to hear of
the passing of WWE Hall of Famer
The Iron Sheik, and extends
its condolences to his
family, friends, and fans, WWE statement, via NBC.
WWE is saddened to hear of
the passing of WWE Hall of Famer
The Iron Sheik, and extends
its condolences to his
family, friends, and fans, WWE statement, via NBC.
NBC reports that the Sheik became "one of the most
notorious villains" in wrestling, rising to prominence amid
tensions between the United States and his native Iran.
NBC reports that the Sheik became "one of the most
notorious villains" in wrestling, rising to prominence amid
tensions between the United States and his native Iran.
In 1983, he captured the world
heavyweight belt with a win over
Bob Backlund at Madison Square Garden.
In 1983, he captured the world
heavyweight belt with a win over
Bob Backlund at Madison Square Garden.
One month later, the Sheik would
start a career-defining rivalry with fellow
wrestling legend, Hulk Hogan.
One month later, the Sheik would
start a career-defining rivalry with fellow
wrestling legend, Hulk Hogan.
NBC reports that the Sheik later would become
known for using over-the-top caustic
language to address current events on social media.
NBC reports that the Sheik later would become
known for using over-the-top caustic
language to address current events on social media.
His last tweet made reference to a series
of wildfires across Canada that have impacted
air quality across the northeastern U.S., writing , "F*** THE WILDFIRES." .
His last tweet made reference to a series
of wildfires across Canada that have impacted
air quality across the northeastern U.S., writing , "F*** THE WILDFIRES."
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%
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Dwayne Johnson Gains Ownership Rights , to 25 Names and Catchphrases.
Johnson received intellectual property rights to a slew of names and phrases after joining TKO Group Holdings' board of directors, 'Variety' reports. .
It was previously announced that
the deal gave Johnson rights to his
famous wrestling name, “The Rock,”.
but in a Feb. 27 SEC filing, TKO revealed
more intellectual property that the
WWE has surrendered to Johnson. .
According to 'Variety,' the full list includes:.
“The Rock,” “Rocky Maivia,” “Team Corporate,” “Rock Nation,” “The Nation,” “Roody Poo,” “Candy Ass,” “Jabroni,” .
“If you smell what The Rock is cooking,” “The Samoan Sensation,” “The Blue Chipper,” “The Brahma Bull,” “The People’s Champion,” “The Great One,” .
“Know Your Role and Shut Your Mouth,”
“Team Bring It,” “The Rock Just Bring It,”
“The People’s Elbow,” “Rock Bottom,”
“Finally, The Rock has come back to…,” .
“It doesn’t matter what…,” “Blue Hell,”
“The millions… (and millions),” “Rockpocalypse,” “Project Rock” and “The most electrifying
man in sports and entertainment.”.
According to the SEC filing, Johnson will receive $30 million in TKO stock through 2025.
He was also given WWE royalty
payments of $491,000 in 2023...
... and “will continue to receive such annual royalties from WWE and will be entitled to receive royalties in connection with the sale of licensed products”...
... “that utilize the Assigned IP and his name,
likeness and other intellectual property rights
in accordance with the Services Agreement.”
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Biden Looks to Energize , Young Voters With Earth Day , Solar Energy Grants.
Biden Looks to Energize , Young Voters With Earth Day , Solar Energy Grants.
NBC reports that President Joe Biden will mark
Earth Day with the announcement of $7 billion
in federal grants for residential solar projects.
NBC reports that President Joe Biden will mark
Earth Day with the announcement of $7 billion
in federal grants for residential solar projects.
The grants will bring solar energy
to over 900,000 households in both
low- and middle-income communities. .
According to senior administration officials, the
projects receiving additional funding will reduce emissions
by 30 million metric tons and save $350 million every year. .
According to senior administration officials, the
projects receiving additional funding will reduce emissions
by 30 million metric tons and save $350 million every year. .
NBC reports that solar power has gained
traction as a clean energy source that could
help reduce U.S. reliance on fossil fuels.
However, the high cost of initial installation
makes solar energy inaccessible
for many households in the U.S.
However, the high cost of initial installation
makes solar energy inaccessible
for many households in the U.S.
49 of the new grants will be awarded at
the state level, six more will serve Native American
tribes and another five are multi-state awards.
The grants will be used for renewable
investments that include rooftop solar
and community solar gardens. .
The grants will be used for renewable
investments that include rooftop solar
and community solar gardens. .
Officials say that the latest environmental
announcements are part of an effort to energize
young voters ahead of his upcoming reelection campaign.
Biden also reportedly plans to expand the
American Climate Corps green jobs training program,
which was created last year by executive action. .
Biden also reportedly plans to expand the
American Climate Corps green jobs training program,
which was created last year by executive action. .
The corps, which will offer nearly 2,000 positions across
36 states, is meant to offer young Americans the chance
to help enact the Biden administration's climate agenda. .
The corps, which will offer nearly 2,000 positions across
36 states, is meant to offer young Americans the chance
to help enact the Biden administration's climate agenda.
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Olympic Break-Dancing , Is Making Its First Appearance , at the Paris Games.
NBC reports that break-dancing will
make its debut as an official Olympic
sport at the upcoming Paris Games.
Also known as breaking, the sport
features headspins, windmills, various
"freeze" moves and will be set to music.
According to the Paris Olympics, the sport is , "characterized by acrobatic movements, stylized
footwork and the key role played by the DJ and
the MC (master of ceremonies) during battles.".
The sport first made an appearance
at the 2018 Youth Olympics
in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
According to NBC Olympics, the event
garnered over one million viewers,
a much wider audience than many other sports.
According to NBC Olympics, the event
garnered over one million viewers,
a much wider audience than many other sports.
Breaking joins a number of other new sports, including
three that were debuted at the 2020 Tokyo Games: , surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing.
Breaking joins a number of other new sports, including
three that were debuted at the 2020 Tokyo Games: , surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing.
Breaking joins a number of other new sports, including
three that were debuted at the 2020 Tokyo Games: , surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing.
NBC reports that the new sports represent an effort
by the International Olympic Committee (IOC)
to draw in younger viewers and athletes. .
NBC reports that the new sports represent an effort
by the International Olympic Committee (IOC)
to draw in younger viewers and athletes. .
The Paris Olympics breaking competition
will be split into two events on August 9
and 10 at La Concorde Urban Park.
According to the Paris Olympics, the event
will see a total of 16 B-boys or 16 B-girls , "go face to face in spectacular solo battles.".
According to the Paris Olympics, the event
will see a total of 16 B-boys or 16 B-girls , "go face to face in spectacular solo battles."
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Carl Erskine, , 1950s Dodgers Pitcher, , Dead at 97.
NBC reports that the baseball legend
died at Community Hospital Anderson in Indiana.
He was one of the last surviving members of the
celebrated Brooklyn teams from the 1950s, having
spent his entire career playing for the Dodgers.
He was one of the last surviving members of the
celebrated Brooklyn teams from the 1950s, having
spent his entire career playing for the Dodgers.
Between 1948 and 1959,
Erskine and the Dodgers took home
five National League pennants.
Between 1948 and 1959,
Erskine and the Dodgers took home
five National League pennants.
The right-handed pitcher had a career record of 122-78 with 981 strikeouts and an ERA of 4.00.
Erskine's best season came in 1953
when he led the National League
with a record of 20-6.
In 1954, Erskine had another
All-Star season, winning 18 games.
Out of his five World Series appearances,
the Dodgers beat the Yankees
in 1955 to win their only championship.
Out of his five World Series appearances,
the Dodgers beat the Yankees
in 1955 to win their only championship.
With Erskine's passing, 88-year-old
Sandy Koufax becomes the lone surviving
Dodgers player from that 1955 World Series team.
With Erskine's passing, 88-year-old
Sandy Koufax becomes the lone surviving
Dodgers player from that 1955 World Series team.
In July of 2023, the Baseball Hall of Fame's
board of directors awarded Erskine with
the Buck O'Neil lifetime achievement award.
In July of 2023, the Baseball Hall of Fame's
board of directors awarded Erskine with
the Buck O'Neil lifetime achievement award.
For millions of fans, he was
a baseball hero. For his family
and thousands of Special Olympians,
Carl was someone who always
believed everything was possible. , Jane Forbes Clark, Baseball Hall of Fame chairman, via NBC.
His legacy is one
of deep compassion
and encouragement
of the human spirit, Jane Forbes Clark, Baseball Hall of Fame chairman, via NBC
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