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Hollywood ended 2025 on a high note with strong holiday box office performances from 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' and 'Marty Supreme,' despite a challenging year for the industry, with total domestic box office nearing $8.76 billion and PG-rated films outperforming PG-13 ones.
A winter weather advisory is in effect across Southeastern Michigan with freezing rain expected on Friday, leading to icy roads and travel disruptions. The weather will briefly warm up on Sunday with rain, but colder temperatures and snow are forecasted for the start of the new week, including snow showers and snow squalls, as a low-pressure system moves through.
Zootopia 2 is projected to surpass $150 million over the holiday weekend, with a record-breaking $104 million single-day gross in China, boosting its international total to around $525 million. Meanwhile, Wicked: For Good and other films are performing variably, with some success and others underperforming, amidst a quiet box office weekend.
A Quinnipiac University poll shows that a majority of Americans support moving the Super Bowl to President's Day weekend and expanding the NFL regular season to 18 games, with significant support among NFL fans. The poll also highlights approval for Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show, varying opinions on NFL injury prevention efforts, and mixed reactions to the new kickoff rule.
A nor'easter is expected to impact Boston during the holiday weekend, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and minor coastal flooding, especially on Monday, with the heaviest effects along the coast and in southern New England.
College football returns with a packed schedule of games on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, offering about 14 hours of continuous action each Saturday for the upcoming months, just before the NFL season begins.
Warm and increasingly humid conditions are expected for the holiday weekend, with highs in the mid-80s and chances of afternoon or evening showers and storms.
Northern California is expected to experience several rounds of rain and snow over the holiday weekend, with Saturday being an "Impact Day" for travel, especially in the mountains. Less than a half-inch of rain is expected in the Valley, with heavier rain and snow arriving on Sunday afternoon and evening. The heaviest rain is anticipated late Sunday night into Monday morning, potentially causing scattered flooding issues. Snow levels in the Sierra are expected to fluctuate, with up to a foot of snow possible between Sunday evening and Monday morning.
Flight delays and cancelations have stabilized at the start of the holiday weekend, providing some relief after a week of travel disruptions.
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice has issued an executive order declaring Monday, July 3, a state holiday, giving state workers a four-day weekend for the second time in three weeks. This follows the previous holiday on June 19 and 20 for Juneteenth and West Virginia Day. Governor Justice emphasized the importance of reflecting on the sacrifices made by veterans and active duty military members and encouraged state employees to spend time with their families and explore the state during the long weekend.
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice has issued an executive order declaring Monday, July 3, a state holiday, giving state workers a four-day weekend for the second time in three weeks. This follows the previous holiday on June 19 and 20 for Juneteenth and West Virginia Day. Governor Justice emphasized the importance of reflecting on the sacrifices made by veterans and active duty military members and encouraged state employees to spend time with their families and explore the state during the long weekend.
Delays and cancellations at U.S. airports are worsening ahead of the long July 4 holiday weekend, posing a significant challenge for airlines struggling to handle the surge in passenger numbers. Thunderstorms along the East Coast have been causing the most disruptions, with over 2,000 flights delayed and more than 700 canceled. The FAA temporarily grounded flights to major airports in the New York City area and the Washington D.C. region due to the weather. Additionally, the possibility of 5G wireless service interfering with airline operations in bad weather further complicates the situation. United Airlines and JetBlue have been particularly affected, with United canceling over 300 flights and JetBlue canceling 9% of its flights. Passengers have expressed frustration with the lack of customer service and assistance from airlines. The number of air travelers is expected to reach a pandemic-era record over the holiday weekend, with Thursday predicted to be the busiest day. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has criticized airlines for their customer service and scheduling practices, while airlines have blamed FAA staffing shortages for the disruptions.
Flight delays and cancellations are causing disruptions at U.S. airports, particularly along the East Coast, as the July 4 holiday weekend approaches. Thunderstorms have exacerbated the situation, with over 900 flights delayed and more than 670 flights canceled. The surge in travel, up 11% from last year, has put airlines under strain, leading to complaints from frustrated passengers on social media. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has criticized airlines for their customer service and scheduling practices, while United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby blamed staffing shortages at the FAA for the disruptions. The FAA admits to being understaffed and lacking a plan to address the issue.
Widespread flight delays and cancellations are expected to worsen as the long July 4 holiday weekend approaches, posing a significant challenge for airlines struggling to handle the surge in passenger numbers. Thunderstorms in the Northeast have compounded the delays, with disruptions spreading westward. On Tuesday, over 6,500 flights were delayed and 1,900 were canceled on the East Coast. Travel is expected to peak on Thursday, with more than 52,500 total flights. Passengers have taken to social media to express frustration, blaming airlines for the lack of customer service. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has criticized airlines for scheduling more flights than they can handle, while United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby blamed a shortage of air traffic controllers for disruptions. The FAA has admitted to being understaffed and lacking a plan to address the issue.
Airline delays and cancellations are worsening ahead of the July 4 holiday weekend, with nearly 1,300 flights delayed and 700 flights canceled in the US. Thunderstorms in the Northeast have compounded the disruptions, and the situation is expected to spread westward. On the East Coast, about 6,500 flights were delayed and 1,900 were canceled on Tuesday. The surge in travel, with passenger numbers nearing pre-pandemic levels, has put pressure on airlines struggling to keep up. Frustrated passengers have taken to social media to vent their frustrations, and if large numbers are stranded or delayed this weekend, federal officials and airlines may blame each other. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has criticized airlines for their customer service, while United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby blamed a shortage of air traffic controllers for disruptions at its Newark hub. The FAA has admitted to being understaffed and lacking a plan to address the problem.