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a day ago
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Boeing Just Supercharged Global Internet With New Satellites
Boeing Company (NYSE:BA) shares are trading slightly higher in the premarket session on Wednesday after two new Boeing-built satellites rocketed into space last night to bring faster internet service across the globe. Two new mid‑Earth orbit satellites, built by Boeing, successfully lifted off aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 on Tuesday evening, expanding global connectivity for SES users. The duo-designated the ninth and tenth in the O3b mPOWER series, separated from the Falcon 9 roughly two hours after its 5:12 p.m. EDT launch. Boeing engineers in El Segundo, Calif., performed an initial round of health diagnostics on the satellite will fire its xenon propulsion system to complete a 130‑day transfer to an 8,000 km altitude, where they will join the first eight O3b mPOWER craft already serving customers worldwide. As more nodes come online, the network's capacity and resilience grow. Alongside the inaugural six, these additions bolster performance for telcos, cruise lines, airlines, NATO and allied governments. 'We designed O3b mPOWER so each additional satellite beyond the first six boosts capacity, performance, and resilience,' said Michelle Parker, Boeing's vice president of Space Mission Systems. The company credits its refined production methods for the program's speed and efficiency. SES's O3b mPOWER array entered commercial service in April 2024, delivering high‑throughput, low‑latency links that rival terrestrial internet, covering nearly 95 percent of the global population from MEO. Boeing hardened the O3b beamforming technology for military applications on Wideband Global SATCOM and Evolved Strategic SATCOM projects for the U.S. Space Force, enhancing jamming resistance and cybersecurity features. With the two latest satellites now in orbit, Boeing and its partners continue to push boundaries in space‑based broadband, setting the stage for future expansions of the O3b constellation. According to Benzinga Pro, BA stock has gained over 22% in the past year. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Direxion Daily BA Bull 2X Shares (NASDAQ:BOEU). Price Action: BA shares are trading higher by 0.50% to $229.62 premarket at last check Wednesday. Read Next:Image via Shutterstock Up Next: Transform your trading with Benzinga Edge's one-of-a-kind market trade ideas and tools. Click now to access unique insights that can set you ahead in today's competitive market. Get the latest stock analysis from Benzinga? BOEING (BA): Free Stock Analysis Report This article Boeing Just Supercharged Global Internet With New Satellites originally appeared on © 2025 Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
CBS News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
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Hollywood auction of "Indiana Jones" whip draws $575,000 after "Citizen Kane" Rosebud sled gets near-record $14.75 million
Beverly Hills, Calif. — A whip wielded by Harrison Ford in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" that once belonged to Princess Diana has sold at auction for $525,000. Thursday's sale came a day after the Rosebud sled from "Citizen Kane" went for a staggering $14.75 million, making it one of the priciest props in movie history. They were part of the Summer Entertainment Auction being held all week by Heritage Auctions. Heritage says the overall take has made it the second-highest grossing entertainment auction of all time, and there's still a day to go. Yet to be up for bids are Macaulay Culkin's knit snow cap from "Home Alone," a Kurt Russell revolver from "Wyatt Earp," a pair of "Hattori Hanzo" prop swords from "Kill Bill Vol. 1" and a first edition set of Harry Potter novels signed by J.K. Rowling. The whip sold Thursday was used during the Holy Grail trials that Ford's character goes through at the climax of 1989's "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade." Ford gave it to then-Prince Charles at the film's U.K. premiere. It was given as a gift to Princess Diana, who gave it to the current owner, who was not identified. The buyer also was not identified. "The bullwhip is the iconic symbol of an iconic character of cinema history, Indiana Jones, and has been a highlight of this auction," Joe Maddalena, Heritage's executive vice president, said in a statement to The Associated Press. The $525,000 price includes the "buyers premium" attached to all auction items for the house that sells it. Heritage said the nearly $15 million bid for the Rosebud sled put it second only to the $32.5 million that Judy Garland's ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz" fetched in December. Neither of those buyers were identified either. The sled was sold by longtime owner Joe Dante, director of films including "Gremlins." "Rosebud" is the last word spoken by the title character in director Orson Welles' 1941 film "Citizen Kane," and the hunt for its meaning provides the film's plot. Many critics have regarded it as the best film ever made. Long thought lost, the sled is one of three of the prop known to have survived. Dante stumbled on it when he was filming on the former RKO Pictures lot in 1984. He wasn't a collector, but knew the value of the sled and quietly preserved it for decades, putting it as an Easter egg into four of his own films. Dante's friend and mentor Steven Spielberg paid $60,500 for another of the sleds in 1982, and anonymous buyer paid $233,000 for the third in 1996.
Al Arabiya
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Al Arabiya
Indiana jones whip snaps up $525,000 at auction after 'citizen kane' sled goes for $14.75 million
Beverly Hills, Calif. – A whip wielded by Harrison Ford in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade that once belonged to Princess Diana has sold at auction for $525,000. Thursday's sale came a day after the Rosebud sled from Citizen Kane went for a staggering $14.75 million, making it one of the priciest props in movie history. They were part of the Summer Entertainment Auction being held all week by Heritage Auctions. Heritage says the overall take has made it the second-highest grossing entertainment auction of all time, and there's still a day to go. Yet to be up for bids are Macaulay Culkin's knit snow cap from Home Alone, a Kurt Russell revolver from Wyatt Earp, a pair of Hattori Hanzo prop swords from Kill Bill Vol. 1, and a first edition set of Harry Potter novels signed by J.K. Rowling. The whip sold Thursday was used during the Holy Grail trials that Ford's character goes through at the climax of 1989's Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Ford gave it to then-Prince Charles at the film's UK premiere. It was given as a gift to Princess Diana, who gave it to the current owner, who was not identified. The buyer also was not identified. 'The bullwhip is the iconic symbol of an iconic character of cinema history, Indiana Jones, and has been a highlight of this auction,' Joe Maddalena, Heritage's executive vice president, said in a statement to The Associated Press. The $525,000 price includes the buyer's premium attached to all auction items for the house that sells it. Heritage said the nearly $15 million bid for the Rosebud sled puts it second only to the $32.5 million that Judy Garland's ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz fetched in December. Neither of those buyers were identified either. The sled was sold by longtime owner Joe Dante, director of films including Gremlins. Rosebud is the last word spoken by the title character in director Orson Welles' 1941 film Citizen Kane, and the hunt for its meaning provides the film's plot. Many critics have regarded it as the best film ever made. Long thought lost, the sled is one of three of the prop known to have survived. Dante stumbled on it when he was filming on the former RKO Pictures lot in 1984. He wasn't a collector but knew the value of the sled and quietly preserved it for decades, putting it as an Easter egg into four of his own films. Dante's friend and mentor Steven Spielberg paid $60,500 for another of the sleds in 1982, and anonymous buyer paid $233,000 for the third in 1996.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
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Blue Rose Foundation Appoints Dominnique Karetsos as Chief Impact Officer to Lead Global Anti-Trafficking and Advocacy Expansion
ANAHEIM, Calif., July 18, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blue Rose Foundation, a leading nonprofit dedicated to preventing human trafficking, grooming, and exploitation through education and advocacy, is proud to announce the appointment of Dominnique Karetsos as its new Chief Impact Officer, effective July 1, 2025. Karetsos, a respected strategist and impact advisor with decades of experience in nonprofit advancement, social justice, and fundraising, will spearhead the Foundation's next phase of growth. Her appointment marks a pivotal step in scaling national campaigns, global partnerships, and transformational funding strategies aimed at dismantling exploitation networks and supporting survivor healing. "Dominnique brings an unmatched combination of vision, integrity, and results-driven leadership to our mission," said Alana Stott, MBE, Founder and CEO of the Blue Rose Foundation. "Her insight and energy will be instrumental in building a more accountable and compassionate future for those we serve." In her role, Karetsos will lead philanthropic strategy, strengthen cross-sector alliances, and elevate the Foundation's visibility across policy, media, and grassroots platforms. Her leadership will support the expansion of initiatives such as our trauma healing programs, the ACTT training for law enforcement, and international survivor empowerment programs. "It is an honor to join the Blue Rose Foundation at such a critical time," said Karetsos. "I am deeply committed to amplifying this movement and ensuring that every child, survivor, and advocate has the tools and protection they deserve." The Blue Rose Foundation operates through a dual-impact model—uniting education, legislation, and survivor-led healing to prevent abuse and end systemic exploitation. Its latest initiatives include the launch of the Triton Tribe, the Blue Rose Circle, and the forthcoming ACTT law enforcement training program. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts Media Contact: Alana Stott, MBEinfo@ +1 (949) 988 1537
CTV News
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Bo Bragason and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth cast as leads in ‘Legend of Zelda' live-action movie
Benjamin Evan Ainsworth arrives at the world premiere of "Pinocchio" on Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2022, at Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, Calif. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP) Nintendo has confirmed that Bo Bragason and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth will play the lead characters in an upcoming live-action film based on the smash hit video game series 'The Legend of Zelda.' In a post on Nintendo's official X account, video game designer and film producer Shigeru Miyamoto said he was 'pleased to announce' that Bragason would play Zelda and Ainsworth would play Link. 'I am very much looking forward to seeing both of them on the big screen,' the post reads. 'The film is scheduled to be released in theatres on May 7, 2027. Thank you for your patience,' a follow-up post adds. English actress Bragason, 25, is best known for appearing in Disney+ series 'Renegade Nell' and BBC series 'Three Girls' and 'The Jetty.' Ainsworth, 16, is also English. He has appeared in TV series such as Netflix's 'The Haunting of Bly Manor' and the film 'Flora & Ulysses.' The classic 'Zelda' video game, first released by Nintendo in 1986, follows hero Link, who must defeat a pig-like monster named Ganon along his journey to rescue Zelda, the Princess of Hyrule, according to an official synopsis. The original game has been followed by at least 20 newer versions over almost four decades, the most recent being 'The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom,' which was released last year. Miyamoto will co-produce the film along with Avi Arad, chairman of Arad Productions Inc., according to a statement from Nintendo announcing the project in November 2023. Arad is a veteran film producer who has worked on many successful comic book movie franchises, including the various 'Spider-Man' films, as well as the 'Iron Man' and 'X-Men' movies. Wes Ball, best known for his work on 2024 movie 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,' will direct the film, which will be co-financed by Nintendo and Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc., the statement added. By Jack Guy, CNN
