7 film franchises that stuck the landing – and 8 that definitely didn't

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"Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker"

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  • Ending a franchise places high pressure on creators to satisfy fans and resolve storylines.
  • Some high-grossing films like "The Rise of Skywalker" failed to meet fan expectations.
  • But "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows — Part 2" killed it.

When trying to end a franchise on a successful note, the pressure is on.

Fans will almost always be unsatisfied unless

The Supreme Court discards Chevron doctrine, unleashing a threat to Biden's climate policies

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The US Supreme Court is issuing its most highly anticipated decisions before the term ends in July.

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  • Supreme Court overturns Chevron doctrine, curtailing federal regulatory power.
  • Chevron doctrine allowed federal agencies to interpret ambiguous laws like the Clean Air Act.
  • Biden's climate policies, including limits on power plant emissions, could face threats.

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Here's how Uber and Lyft drivers try to get customers to tip — even though it only happens on a quarter of rides

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Drivers for Uber and Lyft told BI that helping with luggage doesn't lead to consistent tips. Drivers in the story aren't pictured.

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  • Uber and Lyft drivers struggle with inconsistent tipping despite efforts to improve service.
  • Drivers are trying new strategies such as offering cold water or investing in carwash subscriptions.
  • Some drivers told BI that they feel like their attempts to
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Nyobolt charges EV in under 5 mins during first test drive

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Claims of the next fastest-charging EV have become so common, they’ve almost completely lost their meaning.  But Nyobolt might just have something to brag about. The UK startup has successfully charged an EV from 10% to 80% in just four minutes and 37 seconds — just enough time to grab a coffee. Nyobolt achieved the feat at a race track in Bedford, England on Thursday, using its own specially

Steam’s Summer Sale drops games like Baldur’s Gate 3 to their best price

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Baldur’s Game 3 admittedly doesn’t look this sharp on the Steam Deck, but it plays really well. | Image: Larian

For many of us, summer can get just too hot to go outside and have fun. Thankfully, though, this season brings more than just heatwaves — there are also sales like Steam’s, so you can enjoy gaming while keeping cool inside. Along with discounting the Steam Deck as

The average household would need to save for 36 years to afford a typical home in LA. Here's how 50 US markets compare.

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Many potential homeowners struggle to make down payments.

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  • A median-income household must make a $128,000 down payment to comfortably afford a typical US home.
  • It takes about 12 years to save that, rising to 36 years for a down payment in pricey Los Angeles.
  • We've used Zillow data to rank 50 major metro areas by the number of years of saving needed.

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Mark Zuckerberg is 'almost ready' to reveal a prototype that left early testers 'giddy'

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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg teased that a new Meta prototype is on the way in a recent interview.

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  • Meta will soon showcase its "full holographic" glasses prototype, CEO Mark Zuckerberg said.
  • The prototype will feature advanced augmented reality tech, though it's not yet ready for sale.
  • Zuckerberg noted the glasses are distinct from headsets like the Quest, aiming for

A Southwest flight appeared to take off from a closed runway that had a vehicle on it without being cleared by air traffic control

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Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-76N prepares for takeoff at Los Angeles International Airport on March 16, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737.

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  • A Southwest Airlines flight took off from a closed runway despite air traffic control warnings.
  • The pilots didn't communicate with the tower or other planes, an ATC recording suggests.
  • The NTSB is investigating the latest incident involving a Southwest plane.

A Southwest Airlines flight appeared to take off from a closed runway that had a

Supreme Court ruling kneecaps federal regulators

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On Friday, the Supreme Court overturned a long-standing legal doctrine in the US, making a transformative ruling that could hamper federal agencies’ ability to regulate all kinds of industry. Six Republican-appointed justices voted to overturn the doctrine, called Chevron deference, a decision that could affect everything