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1. Kalshi and Madison Square Garden Announce Multi-Year Partnership, Naming Kalshi an Official Prediction Market Partner of The Garden
   NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kalshi, the world’s largest prediction market, and Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: MSGE) (“MSG Entertainment”) today announced a new, multi-year partnership with The Garden and MSG Networks, including naming Kalshi an Official Prediction Market Partner of Madison Square Garden. As part of this partnership, the sixth-floor concourse at MSG will be renamed the Kalshi Concourse. “As leaders in live entertainment, we are always searching for opportunities
2. Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. Reports Fiscal 2026 Third Quarter Results
   NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (NYSE: MSGS) today reported financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended March 31, 2026. The fiscal 2026 third quarter included the continuation of the New York Knicks (“Knicks”) and New York Rangers (“Rangers”) 2025-26 regular seasons, with a combined five fewer games played at Madison Square Garden Arena ("The Garden") as compared to the prior year quarter. During the quarter, average per-game revenues for every key revenue
3. Reply presenta la giuria della seconda edizione del AI Music Contest: anche quest’anno i finalisti si esibiranno sul NOVA STAGE del Kappa FuturFestival di Torino
   TORINO, Italia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Reply [EXM, STAR: REY], gruppo internazionale specializzato nello sviluppo di nuovi modelli di business abilitati dall’AI e da sempre contraddistinto da una forte spinta all’innovazione, rinnova anche quest’anno il proprio impegno nella sperimentazione creativa con la seconda edizione del Reply AI Music Contest. L’iniziativa, realizzata in collaborazione con il Kappa FuturFestival — tra i principali festival europei dedicati alla musica elettronica — si configur
4. Reply präsentiert die Jury der zweiten Ausgabe des „AI Music Contest“ – Finalisten treten erneut auf der NOVA Stage des Kappa FuturFestival in Turin auf
   TURIN, Italien--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Reply [EXM, STAR: REY], ein international tätiges Unternehmen, das sich auf die Entwicklung KI-gestützter Geschäftsmodelle spezialisiert hat und für seine Innovationskraft bekannt ist, baut sein Engagement für kreative Experimente weiter aus und startet die zweite Edition des „Reply AI Music Contest”. Der Wettbewerb wird in Zusammenarbeit mit dem Kappa FuturFestival organisiert, einem der führenden Festivals für elektronische Musik in Europa. Er richtet sich an
5. Reply Presents the Jury of the Second Edition of the AI Music Contest: This Year Again, Finalists Will Perform on the NOVA Stage of Kappa FuturFestival in Turin
   TURIN, Italy--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Reply, [EXM, STAR: REY], an international group specialised in the development of new AI-enabled business models and always distinguished by a strong drive for innovation, renews its commitment to creative experimentation with the second edition of the Reply AI Music Contest. The initiative, organised in collaboration with Kappa FuturFestival —one of Europe’s leading festivals dedicated to electronic music—takes the form of an international competition aimed at cr
6. Herbalife and Cristiano Ronaldo Bring Performance Nutrition to Everyday Routines with “Fuel Like Ronaldo” Campaign
   LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE: HLF), a premier health and wellness company, community and platform, today announced the launch of its “Fuel Like Ronaldo” campaign, a global initiative that translates elite athlete nutrition and performance strategies into practical guidance for everyday wellness seekers. Backed by more than 20 years of experience working with professional athletes, including its long-standing partnership with global sports icon Cristiano Ronaldo, Herbalife
7. FreeCast’s RSN Alternative Offers New Monetization Opportunities for Major League, College, and Semi-Pro Sports
   ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With Regional Streaming Sports Channels, FreeCast throws its hat into the ring for big league sports distribution.
8. Ziff Davis Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
   NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ziff Davis, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZD) reported unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.
9. Mattel Comments on Letter from Southeastern Asset Management
   EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) (“Mattel” or the “Company”) issued the following statement regarding Southeastern Asset Management, Inc.’s (“Southeastern”) letter to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Mattel maintains ongoing communication with its shareholders and values their perspectives. We appreciate Southeastern’s continued engagement with the Company, including our conversations this year. Our Board of Directors and management team are committ
10. Accel Entertainment, Inc. Announces Election of Bruce Wardinski to Board of Directors
    CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Accel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: ACEL), a leading locals-focused gaming operator partnering with small businesses, local communities, and state governments to provide entertaining, convenient, and safe gaming experiences nationwide, today announced the election of six directors to its Board of Directors, including new director Bruce D. Wardinski. Mr. Wardinski is an independent director who will also serve on the Board’s Compensation Committee and Nominating and Corpor
11. DraftKings Reports First Quarter Revenue of $1,646 Million
    BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) (“DraftKings” or the “Company”) today announced its first quarter 2026 financial results. The Company also posted a first quarter 2026 business update and an earnings presentation on the Financials section of its website at ir.aboutdraftkings.com. First Quarter 2026 Highlights For the three months ended March 31, 2026, DraftKings reported revenue of $1,646 million, an increase of $237 million, or 17%, compared to $1,409 million during the
12. BetterHelp Launches “Motherhood With You” Series and Month-Long Giveback Committing Over 100,000 Hours of Therapy to Mothers
    SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--This Mother’s Day, BetterHelp, the world's largest online therapy platform, is launching Motherhood With You, a new campaign featuring a three-part YouTube series exploring the real emotional experience of motherhood—alongside a month-long commitment, in partnership with organizations, teams, and influential voices, to support mothers through every phase of their motherhood journey. Maternal mental health challenges remain widespread, with approximately 1 in 5
13. Angel Announces Second Quarter 2026 Investors Conference Participation
    PROVO, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Angel (NYSE: ANGX) (the “Company”), a media and technology company successfully pioneering a first-of-its-kind audience-driven studio model, today announced its participation in the following upcoming investor conferences during the second quarter of 2026. B. Riley Securities 26th Annual Investor Conference, being held at the Ritz-Carlton in Marina del Rey, CA, May 20-21, 2026. ROTH 16th Annual London Conference, being held at the Four Seasons Hotel in London, June
14. RCI Files 10-Q, Reports 1Q26 Results, Hosts X Spaces Call at 4:30 PM ET Today
    HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) today filed its Form 10-Q and reported results for the fiscal 2026 first quarter ended December 31, 2025. Summary Financials (in millions, except EPS) 1Q26 1Q25 Total revenues $70.8 $71.5 EPS $(0.57) $1.01 Non-GAAP EPS1 $0.74 $0.80 Net cash provided by operating activities $7.8 $13.3 Free cash flow1 $6.7 $12.1 Net income (loss) attributable to RCIHH common stockholders $(4.7) $9.0 Adjusted EBITDA1 $15.7 $15.7 Weighted avera
15. Funko Reports Strong First Quarter 2026 Financial Results; Reiterates 2026 Full-Year Outlook
    EVERETT, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Funko, Inc. (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, today reported its consolidated financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. First Quarter Financial Results Summary: 2026 vs 2025 Net sales were $200.9 million compared with $190.7 million Gross profit was $88.8 million, equal to gross margin of 44.2%, compared with $76.9 million, equal to gross margin of 40.3% SG&A expenses were $83.7 million compared with $84.8 million Net
16. Southeastern Asset Management Issues Open Letter Calling on Mattel to Explore Strategic Alternatives
    MEMPHIS, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Southeastern Asset Management, Inc. (“Southeastern”) today issued an open letter to the board of directors and shareholders of Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) (“Mattel” or the “Company”), calling on the Company to explore strategic alternatives. The full text of the letter is below. May 7, 2026 Board of Directors and Shareholders of Mattel, Inc. c/o Secretary, TWR 15-1 Mattel, Inc. 333 Continental Boulevard El Segundo, CA 90245-5012 VIA Email, FedEx and Press Release
17. Warner Music Group Corp. Reports Results for Fiscal Second Quarter Ended March 31, 2026
    NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Warner Music Group Corp. today announced its second-quarter financial results for the period ended March 31, 2026. “Our Q2 results demonstrate the powerful combination of creative and operational success, as well as financial discipline, providing clear evidence that our strategic transformation is working,” said Robert Kyncl, CEO, Warner Music Group. “Anchored by our 3 strategic pillars to grow share, increase the value of music, and improve efficiency and effectiven
18. Corsair Reports Strong Profit Growth for First Quarter 2026
    MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $CRSR--Corsair Gaming, Inc. (Nasdaq: CRSR) (“Corsair” or the “Company”), a leading global provider and innovator of high-performance products for gamers, streamers, content-creators, gaming PC builders, and sim racing enthusiasts, today announced financial results for the first quarter 2026, and guidance for the second quarter 2026. First Quarter 2026 Select Financial Highlights (compared to first quarter 2025 unless otherwise stated) Gross profit increased 13% YoY t
19. 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture® Presented by Coca-Cola® Reveals Night-by-Night Lineup Featuring Babyface, Leon Thomas, Public Enemy and George Clinton & Parliament-Funkadelic with Friends
    NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The ESSENCE Festival of Culture® presented by Coca-Cola® returns to New Orleans July 3–5, 2026, unveiling its night-by-night Evening Concert Series lineup with newly announced performances from Babyface and Leon Thomas, joining a cross-generational mix of artists across hip-hop, R&B, soul, and funk at the Caesars Superdome. The announcement builds on previously revealed performers including Cardi B, Latto, Kehlani, Patti LaBelle, Brandy and Monica, Public Enemy
20. Chronicle Scales Simple Alien’s Food and Lifestyle Network, All Chewed Up, Growing Its Creator-led Series “Chewed Up,” “Why’d They Wear That?” and “Simply Symons”
    SAN FRANCISCO & SOUTH ORANGE, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #CreatorEconomy--Audience discovery platform Chronicle today announced it is scaling three original YouTube series from digital food and lifestyle studio Simple Alien: the hit food and lifestyle program “Chewed Up,” fashion rewatch series “Why’d They Wear That?” and the upcoming cooking series “Simply Symons.” The announcement was made today by Aaron Sisto, Co-Founder and CEO of Chronicle. Chronicle began work on “Chewed Up” following the show’s strong organi
21. Aussie Launches ‘Curls Just Wanna Have Fun’, A Playful Summer Anthem Reimagining Curly Hair Routines to Make More Time for Fun
    CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aussie is turning up the volume on curl joy with the launch of Curls Just Wanna Have Fun, a new global creator-led campaign built around an original song. Rooted in the insight that curl routines can often feel overly serious or overly complex, the entire campaign is designed to give consumers the freedom to embrace their textured hair—bringing a sense of fun and confidence while helping them achieve bouncy, moisturized curls every day. What’s New Aussie is launchin