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‘Top Gun: Maverick’ collects a staggering $124M in opening weekend

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3 years ago

May 30, 2022

It’s one of the year’s most-hyped films, and now its got the box office earnings to prove it

Top Gun: Maverick has hit big screens right around the world, collecting a whopping $154 million in the U.S alone, as the country’s long weekend wraps up.

The all-American action adventure is bathing in the glory of solid reviews, star power and a huge level of nostalgia.

Lead by Tom Cruise, the film is the actor’s highest-grossing debut in his 40-year career, and his first to soar past 100 million.

The film had a hefty $170 million production budget, so the opening weekend was a pleasant splash of cash, especially after spending tens of millions spent on promoting the movie to audiences worldwide.

War of the World’s is Cruise’s second biggest opening, sitting at $64 million for its 2005 premier weekend.

Cinemas are reporting audiences over 40 years old turning out in force to watch the Top Gun sequel.

It’s believed the film’s positive word of mouth will help reach younger audiences, who were not alive when the original “Top Gun” opened 36 years ago.

The two-year wait has already started to pay off since the film has been rapturously reviewed.

It has a 97% on Rotten Tomatoes and an “A+” CinemaScore.

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Charlie Kirk’s legacy reshaping US conservatism

“Charlie Kirk united GOP grassroots through social media and activism, but his death raises questions about future leadership.”

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1 hour ago

September 16, 2025

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Charlie Kirk united GOP grassroots through social media and activism, but his death raises questions about future leadership.

Charlie Kirk transformed the Republican grassroots movement by fusing social media reach with in-person activism, turning Turning Point USA into a cultural and political force.

His bold campus debates, viral online presence, and close alliance with Donald Trump energised young conservatives and boosted GOP turnout.

With his assassination, questions now loom over who can continue his unique blend of digital influence and grassroots organising.

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Vance vows crackdown after Kirk murder

VP Vance condemns celebrations of Kirk’s assassination, vows to target institutions promoting political violence, and criticizes left-wing media.

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1 hour ago

September 16, 2025

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VP Vance condemns celebrations of Kirk’s assassination, vows to target institutions promoting political violence, and criticizes left-wing media.

US Vice-President JD Vance has condemned those celebrating the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, pledging the Trump administration will target institutions that promote political violence.

Speaking on Kirk’s own podcast, Vance accused left-wing media of fuelling hostility and warned that unity cannot exist while political violence is tolerated.

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Dollar steady as markets await Fed’s rate decision

Dollar steady ahead of Fed’s expected rate cut decision on Wednesday

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18 hours ago

September 15, 2025

Ahron Young

Dollar steady ahead of Fed’s expected rate cut decision on Wednesday

In Short:
– The U.S. dollar stayed stable as investors await the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut announcement.
– Asian equities rose, with the MSCI Asia Pacific Index hitting a record high amid U.S. market gains.

The U.S. dollar remained stable on Monday as investors await the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy meeting, where the central bank is expected to announce its first interest rate cut in nine months.

Trading volumes were low due to a holiday in Japan, causing currencies to remain rangebound.

Market participants have largely priced in a 25 basis point reduction in the federal funds rate, anticipated to bring the key rate to between 4.00%-4.25%.

This marks the first easing action since December 2024.

Recent economic data indicates a cooling labour market, with jobless claims rising to the highest levels since 2021, overshadowing inflation concerns.