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Maisie Williams's Net Worth: How the Game of Thrones Star Earned It
Maisie Williams net worth has become one of the most searched topics for fans who continue to follow her career from outside the premises of Game of Thrones. From a teenage breakout star, the successful actress and entrepreneur has made an impressive fortune through acting, brand deals, and smart business ventures.
By iftikhar Ahmadabout a month ago in Geeks
Waiting to Exhale 30th Anniversary
30 years ago, Waiting to Exhale has debut in theaters becoming the most highest grossing black film during the nineties era. The film adaptation centers on four black women living in the Phoenix metropolitan area and their relationships with men and one another. The film sparked acclaim and a cult following from fans of the film and the novel due to its powerful, relatable story of Black women's friendships and struggles, a star-studded cast with off-screen chemistry, an iconic, chart-topping soundtrack produced by Babyface, and director Forest Whitaker's vision, all culminating in a massive box office success that proved the commercial viability of films centered on diverse female experiences and paved the way for more inclusive storytelling in Hollywood.
By Gladys W. Muturiabout a month ago in Geeks
Canada Watch Market Trends & Summary. AI-Generated.
The Canadian watch market, valued at US$ 1,951.99 million in 2024, is witnessing dynamic and sustained expansion fueled by shifting consumer preferences, rising tech adoption, and strong interest in premium timepieces. According to Renub Research, the market is expected to reach US$ 2,941.07 million by 2033, recording a stable CAGR of 4.66% during 2025–2033.
By Marthan Sirabout a month ago in Geeks
United States Watch Market Trends & Summary (2025–2033). AI-Generated.
The United States watch market stood at US$ 22,771.5 Million in 2024, and according to Renub Research, it is projected to rise steadily to US$ 34,343.6 Million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 4.67% during 2025–2033. This growth reflects Americans’ shifting preferences toward luxury, smart, and fashion-forward watches, along with the rapid evolution of wearable technology and an expanding culture of personal style and self-expression.
By Marthan Sirabout a month ago in Geeks
Open Letter to Disney: Prioritizing Human Creativity in the Age of AI
Disney's recent partnership with OpenAI, which will allow Sora to use over 200 characters—from Mickey Mouse to Yoda—to generate short, user-prompted videos, is being presented by the company as a major step in storytelling innovation. CEO Bob Iger claims this move is about "thoughtfully and responsibly extending the reach of our storytelling through generative AI, while respecting and protecting creators and their works." A curated selection of these fan-created, Sora-generated clips featuring Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars characters will even appear on Disney+. The official line suggests this deal, which includes content guardrails and a commitment to "human-centered AI" and protecting "the rights of creators," is a way to engage fans and broaden creativity while still honoring the creative industries.
By Jenna Deedyabout a month ago in Geeks
Carpet Market Size and Forecast (2025–2033): How Innovation, Sustainability, and Construction Growth Are Reshaping the Global Industry. AI-Generated.
The global carpets market, valued at USD 70.86 billion in 2024, is entering a transformative decade. According to Renub Research, the market is poised to expand from USD 74.73 billion in 2025 to USD 114.43 billion by 2033, registering a steady CAGR of 5.47% during the forecast period. This growth reflects the rising appetite for premium home décor, rapid urban development, and technological advancements in textile manufacturing.
By Janine Root about a month ago in Geeks
A Tribe Called Quest: The Legacy in Their Last Goodbye
“When's the last time you heard a funky diabetic?” — Phife Dawg A line that’s become both iconic and heartbreaking. It hits differently when you know it came from one of hip-hop’s greatest voices. A man who helped shape an entire generation’s sound, and who wasn’t here to see the release of A Tribe Called Quest’s final album.
By MB | Stories & Moreabout a month ago in Geeks
The Drama Movie: Release Date, Story, Cast & Everything We Know About the Zendaya and Robert Pattinson Rom-Com. AI-Generated.
The Drama Movie: Release Date, Story, Cast & Everything We Know About the Zendaya and Robert Pattinson Rom-Com A24 has built a strong reputation for creating fresh and meaningful films, and the studio continues that streak with its upcoming romantic comedy The Drama. Even though the movie’s title sounds serious, the story is filled with humor, emotional moments, and relationship challenges that many people can relate to. Starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, the film follows a couple whose wedding plans take a sudden turn when new information comes to light.
By Farhan Khanabout a month ago in Geeks
Why Heavy SDK Integrations Break App Boot Time and How to Control Them?
The cafeteria was still dark that morning, the city outside not yet fully awake. My laptop sat open on a table that still carried marks from someone’s late dinner, and the screen glowed against the quiet room. A recording of an app startup sequence played back in slow motion. The timeline moved frame by frame, and the moment that should have revealed the first screen instead stalled on a blank fade. Nothing dramatic—just stillness. A delay long enough for a user to wonder whether something refused to open. I traced that pause not to user action, not to network delay, and not to device limitations, but to a small chain of SDK initializations that occupied the launch window without asking permission.
By Eira Wexfordabout a month ago in Geeks
How to Implement Multi-Environment Configurations Without Breaking Production?
I still remember the rain that night in Portland. It streaked down the office window in long, uneven lines, blurring the streetlights into soft halos. The building had settled into its late-hour quiet, the kind that lets you hear the hum of old heaters and the faint echo of traffic on the wet pavement below. I was the only one left inside, leaning over my laptop as logs scrolled past in rapid bursts. I wasn’t supposed to be there that late, but production issues rarely respect anyone’s plans.
By Samantha Blakeabout a month ago in Geeks
The Unpaid Architects of Superhero Empires: How Comic Creators Are Denied Their Fair Share
Many comic book writers and artists face a stark reality: they create characters who become global phenomena, generating billions for publishers, yet they receive almost none of the financial rewards. As one commentator noted regarding the staggering success of franchises like the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which has grossed over $20 billion, a key question remains: "How much... went to those who created the stories and characters in it?" Despite building their vast empires on the intellectual property devised by these creators, major publishers like Marvel and DC, under their standard contracts, largely deny them a fair share of the profits.
By Jenna Deedyabout a month ago in Geeks
