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Netflix’s latest Blockbuster is a mix of nostalgia and reality

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Blockbuster once had over 9,000 stores, but streaming services like Netflix led to a rapid decline in business

Do you remember the smell of a video store? The fully-stocked shelves boasting the week’s newest releases, which were a haven for film and TV buffs.

Blockbuster was a stalwart in the video-retail space. However, the chain went from a corporation of 9,024 stores in 2004 to one remaining store.

The last Blockbuster store is located in Oregon, and has become a novelty for passers-by and locals.

Today, the store has become the subject of Netflix’s latest series, Blockbuster.

The show is an office-humour sitcom, which gives viewers a glimpse into the last remaining Blockbuster.

It follows a hardworking manager, who is fighting to keep his video store open and staff happy.

But the store and its employees are facing competition and complicated feelings towards their job.

Melissa Fumero and Randall Park star in Netflix’s new series.

The shows’ executive producer, Vanessa Ramos said she liked the concept of using the Blockbuster example but also wanted to “build our own little world”.

“There was a Blockbuster by my house and on Fridays, once my dad got home from work, we would go as a family and we would pick three movies,” she said.

Ramos has worked on other successful Netflix series, including Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Superstore.

Does Blockbuster still exist?

There is one remaining Blockbuster store, which is located in Oregon.

The store was opened in 1992 before it rebranded to Blockbuster in 2000. Today, loyal customers and passers-by can rent their favourite movies, shows and video games.

“Before we became the last one, it definitely was more just loyal local customers,” said Sandi Harding, who is the last remaining Blockbuster manager.

“In July, when we became the one store left, everyone started coming here and visiting from all over the world and there was more nostalgia to it,” she told the U.S. Today Show.

The store has also become a popular tourist attraction. Avid film enthusiasts can even use the store as an Airbnb.

The store was decked out with a bed, free snacks and, of course, a large TV.

“It was a challenge to find that chunky TV,” Harding told CNN.

The world’s last Blockbuster Is now listed on Airbnb.

The staycation was a popular choice for people when Covid-19 gripped the U.S. in 2020.

“It’s only $4 for the night, a penny more than what you would spend for a new release.”

“They can just enjoy their evening, enjoy pizza and popcorn and just have a blast,” Harding said.

Costa is a news producer at ticker NEWS. He has previously worked as a regional journalist at the Southern Highlands Express newspaper. He also has several years' experience in the fire and emergency services sector, where he has worked with researchers, policymakers and local communities. He has also worked at the Seven Network during their Olympic Games coverage and in the ABC Melbourne newsroom. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Professional), with expertise in journalism, politics and international relations. His other interests include colonial legacies in the Pacific, counter-terrorism, aviation and travel.

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FirstCitizens agrees to buy Silicon Valley Bank

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FirstCitizens has agreed to buy Silicon Valley Bank in a multi-billion dollar deal

 
First Citizens BancShares has officially agreed to buy Silicon Valley Bank.

SVB was seized by regulators following a run on the lender.

First Citizens has now entered into a purchase and assumption agreement for all deposits and loans.

The deal includes the purchase of about $72 billion SVB assets at a discount of $16.5 billion.

The CEO of First Citizens says the deal “has been a remarkable transaction that should instil confidence in the banking system.”

Just two weeks ago, few people outside the tech industry had even heard of Silicon Valley Bank.

The midsize California lender imploded – shaking the foundations of the entire global financial system.

As clients withdrew $42 billion in the span of a single day, state and federal regulators were forced to swoop in and help. #trending #featured

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Brace for impact: Passenger activates emergency slide on Delta flight

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Passenger activates emergency slide on a Delta Air flight bound for Seattle

 
A scary situation for those passengers onboard Delta Air Flight 1714 after a passenger activated one of the aircraft’s emergency slides.

An individual has been arrested after opening one of the plane’s doors and exiting via the emergency exit slide as the crew prepared for takeoff from Los Angeles to Seattle.

The incident on the Delta flight took place around 10:40 a.m. local time on Saturday, while the plane was stationary at LA’s international airport.

The Boeing 737 was on the runway holding to taxi for takeoff when the passenger exited the aircraft.

The individual was initially detained by Delta staff before being arrested by local law enforcement.

The Federal Aviation Administration says customers are being reaccommodated on a new aircraft – apologising for any inconvenience and delay. #trending #featured

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Silicon Valley Bank could be saved as First Citizens swoops in

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First Citizens BancShares reportedly in talks to acquire Silicon Valley Bank following the collapse of the tech-heavy lender

First Citizens BancShares is in advanced talks to acquire Silicon Valley Bank following the collapse of the tech-heavy financial lender.

First Citizens could reach a deal before the day ends to purchase SVB from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.

Executives are yet to confirm or deny the reports.

Sources say no final decision has been made and talks could still fall through.

Of course, just a few weeks ago, few people outside the tech industry had even heard of Silicon Valley Bank.

The midsize California lender imploded – shaking the foundations of the entire global financial system.

As clients withdrew $42 billion in the span of a single day, state and federal regulators swooped in.

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