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1. MOTHER.tech Launches Degen: a One-Tap AI Creative Engine That Turns Your Taste Into Publish-Ready Content in Seconds
   NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MOTHER.tech, an AI-native creative studio, today launches Degen, a new AI-powered app that lets anyone generate images, videos, memes, carousels, and text content in a single tap. No prompt engineering, no model-hopping, no editing skills required. Available now on iOS and Android via invite code. At the center of Degen is a new creative format called a “gen” – a modular creative system built from specific aesthetics, subcultures, and content formats. Each generator i
2. Mad Engine Global Appoints Kyle Carroll as SVP of Sourcing and Import Production and Sonia Mendez as VP of Import Production
   LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mad Engine Global today announced the appointments of Kyle Carroll as Senior Vice President of Sourcing and Import Production and Sonia Mendez as Vice President of Import Production (Club & Private Label), reinforcing the company’s commitment to building a best-in-class global supply chain and scalable operating platform to support continued growth. Carroll rejoins Mad Engine after four years, having played a key role in the company’s early growth. He brings ne
3. Marcus Theatres Promotes Rob Novak to Executive Vice President of Operations and Food and Beverage
   MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Marcus Theatres®, the nation’s fourth largest theatre circuit and a division of Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), announced today the promotion of Rob Novak to executive vice president of operations and food and beverage. With nearly three decades at the company, Novak has held increasing responsibility in both theatre operations and food and beverage strategy. He began his career at the Marcus Theatres Addison location before being promoted to general manager of theat
4. EA SPORTS FC™ and LALIGA Launch New York Community Pitch as Part of FC FUTURES Program, Designed by Local Artist BG183
   REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EA SPORTS FC™ and LALIGA have unveiled a newly refurbished community football pitch in the South Bronx, New York, as part of FC FUTURES – EA SPORTS’ grassroots initiative to expand access to the game and connect football communities around the world. Marking the 10th pitch delivered through the program with LALIGA globally, the project brings together soccer, creativity and community to create a safe, inclusive space for young people and local families to
5. To Celebrate the Grand Opening of OMNIA Dayclub & Skybar and Caesars Palace’s 60th Anniversary, Record Breakers Founder and 12-Time X Games Medalist Colby Raha Will Attempt World-Record Motorcycle Jump on May 17
   LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Boasting a long list of historic moments, Caesars Palace, the celebrated cultural icon, starts its 60th year with another unmissable event in partnership with Tao Group Hospitality. To celebrate the grand opening of Tao Group’s OMNIA Dayclub & Skybar, a 46,000 square foot entertainment complex situated on Las Vegas Boulevard, 12-time X Games medalist and world-record holder Colby Raha will attempt a motorcycle jump across the Caesars Palace Front Fountains. Raha
6. UFC and Joe Hand Promotions Team Up to Offer Package of Live Combat Sports Events to Bars and Restaurants
   LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--UFC®, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, and Joe Hand Promotions, UFC’s exclusive commercial distributor throughout the United States, today announced a new premium subscription package of live sports programming available to commercial establishments in the United States, including bars and restaurants. The offering, entitled Championship Rounds, includes UFC’s full slate of 13 marquee Numbered Events and 30 Fight Nights; all cards from Zuffa Boxin
7. MapQuest and iHeartRadio Launch First-Ever Audio Integration on MapQuest.com
   LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #GPS--MapQuest, the trusted navigation platform used by tens of millions of people each month, and iHeartRadio, the leading audio company in the United States, today announced a new partnership that brings live iHeartRadio streaming directly to MapQuest.com, marking the first-ever audio integration in the platform’s history. The integration allows MapQuest users to listen to live iHeartRadio stations while navigating. Users on MapQuest.com will now see a “Live Radio” but
8. SeatGeek Partners with Beemok Sports & Entertainment to Power Cincinnati Open, Credit One Charleston Open
   NEW YORK, & CHARLESTON, S.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SeatGeek, the high-growth technology platform transforming the live event experience for fans, teams and venues, today announced a new partnership with Beemok Sports & Entertainment (BSE) to serve as the official ticketing partner for the Cincinnati Open and the Credit One Charleston Open, two of the most celebrated events in professional tennis. The partnership also includes full ticketing exclusivity for Credit One Stadium, Charleston’s premi
9. RCI to File 10-Q and Host 1Q26 Conference Call on X Spaces at 4:30 PM ET Today
   HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) plans to file its Form 10-Q and report financial results for the fiscal 2026 first quarter ended December 31, 2025, after the market closes today. The Company will hold a related conference call on X Spaces at 4:30 PM ET. X Spaces Call & Presentation Call link: https://x.com/i/spaces/1qxvvkXrjaqxB (X log in required). Presentation link: https://www.rcihospitality.com/investor-relations/. To ask questions during Q&A:
10. Liberty Media Corporation Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial and Operating Results
    ENGLEWOOD, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Liberty Media Corporation Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial and Operating Results
11. VENU in Active Discussions with Several Municipalities in Northern Colorado for a $350M+ Entertainment Destination Set to Redefine Live Experiences Across Colorado
    COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $VENU #LiveMusic--Venu Holding Corporation ("VENU" or the “Company”) (NYSE American: VENU), owner, operator, and developer of premium live entertainment destinations, today announced it is in active discussions with several Northern Colorado municipalities for a potential development of a next-generation, multi-seasonal, multi-configurational entertainment venue with an expected capacity of 12,500. With a projected investment exceeding $350 million, this proposed destina
12. Kohort Closes $7 Million Series A Led by The Raine Group, Launching Full Suite of UA Agents
    LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kohort today announced the completion of its $7 million Series A fundraising round to build user acquisition (UA) agents for mobile game studios. The round is led by The Raine Group, who invested in Kohort’s seed round. UA Agents: Context engineering meets signal engineering Kohort's thesis is that in a world where every AI company is racing to give agents the right context, accurate long-term predictions are the only context that matters for UA. That conviction sits at
13. Julie Bowen and Ty Burrell team up with GSK to raise awareness about meningitis risks for teens and young adults
    PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #Adolescents--Julie Bowen and Ty Burrell team up with GSK to raise awareness about meningitis risks for teens and young adults
14. Greater Sum Ventures Announces Majority Investment in Tapin2, Which Joins MyVenue in an Expanded Point-of-Sale Technology Platform
    KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #PE--GSV has acquired Tapin2, a leading provider of self-service, suite catering and mobile ordering technology for sports and entertainment venues.
15. Marcus Corporation to Hold Virtual Annual Shareholders’ Meeting May 21, 2026
    MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS) today announced it will hold its virtual Annual Meeting of Shareholders on Thursday, May 21, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Central/10:00 a.m. Eastern time. The business portion of the meeting will be followed by a shareholder question and answer session. Shareholders of record may vote their shares electronically, online, by mail or by phone prior to the virtual Annual Meeting. Shareholders may also vote their shares online during th
16. Unity Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
    SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $U--Unity (NYSE: U), the world’s leading game engine, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. “We are delivering exceptional revenue growth and margin expansion while executing on the most exciting product roadmap in Unity’s history,” said Matt Bromberg, President & CEO of Unity. “More games, more creators, and more game discovery are all fueling the growth in our business.” Select revenue highlights for Q1 2026 are as follow
17. Nexstar Media Group Reports First Quarter Results
    IRVING, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) ("Nexstar" or the "Company") today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 as summarized below. Please visit Nexstar’s website to view the full press release. STATEMENT FROM PERRY A. SOOK, FOUNDER, CHAIRMAN AND CEO “Next month marks the thirtieth anniversary of Nexstar’s founding - a journey that began with a single station in Scranton, Pennsylvania. While the media landscape has shifted drama
18. Genius Sports Reports 31% Revenue Growth and 21% Adjusted EBITDA Growth; Raises 2026 Guidance, Targeting 28% Adjusted EBITDA Margin Following Legend Acquisition
    LONDON & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Genius Sports Limited (NYSE:GENI) (“Genius Sports,” “Genius” or the “Group”), the operating system of modern sport, today announced financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended March 31, 2026. “Our first quarter results underscore the durability and visibility of our business model, with strong revenue growth across both Betting and Media driven by long-term contracts, expanding customer relationships, and delivery of new products across the global sp
19. Optimum Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
    NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Optimum Communications, Inc. (NYSE: OPTU) today reports results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. Dennis Mathew, Optimum Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said: "The first quarter reflects the deliberate choices we are making to build a more resilient business over time. We continued to navigate an intense competitive environment with strategic focus, executing against our core priorities of strengthening broadband trends, maintaining financial disciplin
20. Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. Reports Fiscal 2026 Third Quarter Results
    NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) (“MSG Entertainment” or the “Company”) today reported financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended March 31, 2026. The fiscal 2026 third quarter was highlighted by a diverse mix of live entertainment and sporting events across the Company’s portfolio of venues. That included significant growth in the number of concerts at the Madison Square Garden Arena (“The Garden”) and the last performances in this year
21. Six Flags Announces Leadership Transitions
    CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SIX FLAGS ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP TRANSITIONS
22. Six Flags Entertainment Corporation Reports 2026 First Quarter Results
    CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN), the largest regional amusement park operator in North America, today announced its results for the first quarter ended March 29, 2026. First Quarter 2026 Results As compared to the first quarter of 2025: Net revenues increased 12% to $225.6 million. Attendance increased 4% to 2.9 million visits. Per capita spending(1) increased 6% to $69.26, reflecting effective ticket pricing initiatives, improved ticket mix, an
23. Drake Brings Together New Ownership as Venezia FC Announces Strategic Investment from Tim Leiweke and Francesca Bodie as part of €100 million fund raise during 2025-26 Season
    VENICE, Italy--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Venezia FC (“VFC”), the professional football club of Venice, today announced that it completed a significant minority investment from an investment vehicle led by Tim Leiweke and Francesca Bodie, two noted leaders in global sports, entertainment, and real estate development. The investment is part of a €100 million fund raise conducted by the VFC Operating Committee (OpCo) during 2025-26, aimed at strengthening the club’s financial stability and supporting its a
24. El podcast Doha Debates analiza los temas globales que dan forma a la sociedad
    DOHA, Catar--(BUSINESS WIRE)--La iniciativa Doha Debates de la Fundación Qatar continúa con el lanzamiento de sus episodios semanales del podcast Doha Debates, que se emiten todos los martes hasta el 2 de junio. Desde su estreno el 6 de enero, la temporada ha reunido a destacados pensadores de todo el mundo en un diálogo directo sobre las cuestiones fundamentales de nuestro tiempo. El podcast de Doha Debates amplía los temas abordados por primera vez en los debates insignia y las asambleas públ
25. O podcast Doha Debates examina as questões globais que moldam a sociedade
    DOHA, Catar--(BUSINESS WIRE)--O Doha Debates, da Fundação Catar, continua a lançar seus episódios semanais do podcast Doha Debates, com episódios todas as terças-feiras até 2 de junho. Desde o lançamento em 6 de janeiro, a temporada trouxe pensadores globais de destaque para conversas diretas sobre as questões definidoras de nossa época. O podcast Doha Debates amplia os temas explorados inicialmente nos principais debates e assembleias globais do Doha Debates, oferecendo trocas mais profundas e