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Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
The Arena Group Joins Russell 2000® Index
NEW YORK, July 01, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE American: AREN) ("Arena"), a technology platform and media company home to hundreds of media brands, including TheStreet, Parade, Men's Journal, Athlon Sports, Surfer, Powder and more, today announced it has been added as a member of the Russell 2000® Index, effective as of June 30, 2025 as part of the 2025 Russell U.S. Indexes reconstitution. Membership in the Russell 2000® Index reflects inclusion in the broader Russell 3000® Index, which captures the 4,000 largest U.S. stocks as of April 30, ranking them by total market capitalization. Companies are also included in the appropriate growth and value style indexes as well. FTSE Russell determines membership for its Russell indexes primarily by objective, market-capitalization rankings and style attributes. "Being added to the Russell 2000® Index reflects the tangible progress we've made in strengthening our business and delivering shareholder value," said Paul Edmondson, CEO of The Arena Group. "Our inclusion is the result of growth in our market capitalization – driven by improved profitability and the momentum we've built through investing in our brands and adopting a more efficient, performance-based publishing model that is generating results. We believe this milestone will help broaden our visibility among investors as we continue to execute." Russell indexes are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors for index funds and as benchmarks for active investment strategies. According to data as of the end of June 2024, approximately $10.6 trillion in assets are benchmarked against the Russell U.S. indexes which belong to FTSE Russell, the global index provider. For more information on the Russell 2000® and 3000® Indexes and the Russell indexes reconstitution, visit the FTSE Russell website at About The Arena Group The Arena Group (NYSE American: AREN) is an innovative technology platform and media company with a proven cutting-edge playbook that transforms media brands. Our unified technology platform empowers creators and publishers with tools to publish and monetize their content, while also leveraging quality journalism of anchor brands like TheStreet, Parade, Men's Journal, Athlon Sports, Surfer, Powder and more to build their businesses. The company aggregates content across a diverse portfolio of brands, reaching over 100 million users monthly. Visit us at and discover how we are revolutionizing the world of digital media. Forward Looking Statements This press release includes statements that constitute forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as "forecast," "guidance," "plan," "estimate," "will," "would," "project," "maintain," "intend," "expect," "anticipate," "prospect," "strategy," "future," "likely," "may," "should," "believe," "continue," "opportunity," "potential," and other similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters, and include, for example, statements related to the Company's anticipated future expenses and investments, business strategy and plans, expectations relating to its industry, market conditions and market trends and growth, market position and potential market opportunities, and objectives for future operations. These forward-looking statements are based on information available at the time the statements are made and/or management's good faith belief as of that time with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or suggested by the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, the ability of the Company to expand its verticals; the Company's ability to grow its subscribers; the Company's ability to grow its advertising revenue; general economic uncertainty in key global markets and a worsening of global economic conditions or low levels of economic growth; the effects of steps that the Company could take to reduce operating costs; the remaining effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and impact on the demand for the Company products; the inability of the Company to sustain profitable sales growth; circumstances or developments that may make the Company unable to implement or realize the anticipated benefits, or that may increase the costs, of its current and planned business initiatives; and those factors detailed by the Company in its public filings with the SEC, including its Annual Reports on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Should one or more of these risks, uncertainties, or facts materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those indicated or anticipated by the forward-looking statements contained herein. Accordingly, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Forward-looking statements should not be read as a guarantee of future performance or results and will not necessarily be accurate indications of the times at, or by, which such performance or results will be achieved. Except as required under the federal securities laws and the rules and regulations of the SEC, we do not have any intention or obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. 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Business Wire
a day ago
- Business
- Business Wire
The Arena Group Joins Russell 2000 ® Index
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE American: AREN) ('Arena'), a technology platform and media company home to hundreds of media brands, including TheStreet, Parade, Men's Journal, Athlon Sports, Surfer, Powder and more, today announced it has been added as a member of the Russell 2000 ® Index, effective as of June 30, 2025 as part of the 2025 Russell U.S. Indexes reconstitution. Membership in the Russell 2000 ® Index reflects inclusion in the broader Russell 3000 ® Index, which captures the 4,000 largest U.S. stocks as of April 30, ranking them by total market capitalization. Companies are also included in the appropriate growth and value style indexes as well. FTSE Russell determines membership for its Russell indexes primarily by objective, market-capitalization rankings and style attributes. 'Being added to the Russell 2000 ® Index reflects the tangible progress we've made in strengthening our business and delivering shareholder value,' said Paul Edmondson, CEO of The Arena Group. 'Our inclusion is the result of growth in our market capitalization – driven by improved profitability and the momentum we've built through investing in our brands and adopting a more efficient, performance-based publishing model that is generating results. We believe this milestone will help broaden our visibility among investors as we continue to execute.' Russell indexes are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors for index funds and as benchmarks for active investment strategies. According to data as of the end of June 2024, approximately $10.6 trillion in assets are benchmarked against the Russell U.S. indexes which belong to FTSE Russell, the global index provider. For more information on the Russell 2000 ® and 3000 ® Indexes and the Russell indexes reconstitution, visit the FTSE Russell website at About The Arena Group The Arena Group (NYSE American: AREN) is an innovative technology platform and media company with a proven cutting-edge playbook that transforms media brands. Our unified technology platform empowers creators and publishers with tools to publish and monetize their content, while also leveraging quality journalism of anchor brands like TheStreet, Parade, Men's Journal, Athlon Sports, Surfer, Powder and more to build their businesses. The company aggregates content across a diverse portfolio of brands, reaching over 100 million users monthly. Visit us at and discover how we are revolutionizing the world of digital media. Forward Looking Statements This press release includes statements that constitute forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as 'forecast,' 'guidance,' 'plan,' 'estimate,' 'will,' 'would,' 'project,' 'maintain,' 'intend,' 'expect,' 'anticipate,' 'prospect,' 'strategy,' 'future,' 'likely,' 'may,' 'should,' 'believe,' 'continue,' 'opportunity,' 'potential,' and other similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters, and include, for example, statements related to the Company's anticipated future expenses and investments, business strategy and plans, expectations relating to its industry, market conditions and market trends and growth, market position and potential market opportunities, and objectives for future operations. These forward-looking statements are based on information available at the time the statements are made and/or management's good faith belief as of that time with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or suggested by the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, the ability of the Company to expand its verticals; the Company's ability to grow its subscribers; the Company's ability to grow its advertising revenue; general economic uncertainty in key global markets and a worsening of global economic conditions or low levels of economic growth; the effects of steps that the Company could take to reduce operating costs; the remaining effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and impact on the demand for the Company products; the inability of the Company to sustain profitable sales growth; circumstances or developments that may make the Company unable to implement or realize the anticipated benefits, or that may increase the costs, of its current and planned business initiatives; and those factors detailed by the Company in its public filings with the SEC, including its Annual Reports on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Should one or more of these risks, uncertainties, or facts materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those indicated or anticipated by the forward-looking statements contained herein. Accordingly, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Forward-looking statements should not be read as a guarantee of future performance or results and will not necessarily be accurate indications of the times at, or by, which such performance or results will be achieved. Except as required under the federal securities laws and the rules and regulations of the SEC, we do not have any intention or obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Fast and Furious' Brian O'Conner to return in final film, Vin Diesel says
Brain O'Conner, the cop-turned-outlaw played by the late Paul Walker, will return for the final Fast and Furious movie, franchise star Vin Diesel said Saturday at the Fuel Fast event in Los Angeles. In a short speech that's made the rounds on social media, Diesel said that, when asked by Universal Studios to lock in a release date of April 20, 2027, for the Fast and Furious finale, he responded with three conditions. One was a return to Los Angeles, the second was a return to the street racing that was the focus of the first film. "The third thing was reuniting Dom and Brian O'Conner," Diesel said, referring to his own character Dominic Toretto. "That is what you are going to get in the finale." Walker starred opposite Diesel in the first six Fast and Furious movies before he was killed in a car crash on November 30, 2013. Filming of Furious 7 was already underway at that time, so things were changed to write O'Conner out of the franchise. That included a final scene in which Walker's brother Cody stepped in as O'Conner, with digital effects to make the switch less obvious. Cody Walker stood next to Diesel during the announcement, along with Tyrese Gibson, who plays Roman Pearce in the franchise. Diesel didn't elaborate on how the production team would accomplish his wish list, but digital effects to change an actor's appearance, including superimposing the likenesses of dead actors onto living ones, has only become more common since the release of Furious 7. So it's not difficult to imagine Brian O'Conner making his return this way. The upcoming movie will be the 11th in the main Fast and Furious storyline, not including the 2019 spinoff Hobbs & Shaw. Expected to be Called Fast X Part Two (as it picks up on the storyline from 2023's Fast X) its scheduled release date will be 26 years after the 2001 release of The Fast and the Furious. That's an impressive record for any movie franchise, and explains the eagerness to bring back Brian O'Conner for one last ride. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
McDonald's Just Added a Brand-New Burger to Their Menu -- And Fans Couldn't Be Happier
More so than most iconic fast food chains across the globe, McDonald's is always finding new ways to bring back certain fan-favorite menu items while also testing out brand-new products. Fresh off the success surrounding the long-awaited return of the widely loved Snack Wrap, McDonald's has just introduced an exciting new spin on the classic burger formula with their Daily Double Burger. In many ways, the Daily Double Burger offers a fairly traditional burger recipe involving layers of double-patty burgers, gooey cheese, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, diced onions and a healthy smear of creamy mayonnaise. While it might not sound like McDonald's has entirely reinvented the wheel with this new burger, it's worth noting the key differences that separate the Daily Double Burger from most other products on McDonald's menus. In particular, the Daily Double Burger is one of the few burgers offered at McDonald's that utilizes mayonnaise in lieu of the restaurant's signature ketchup and mustard topping combo. Additionally, it's one of the only new burgers to come equipped with lettuce and mayo -- an honor typically reserved for iconic McDonald's fare like Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe and, of course, the Big Mac. In its earliest incarnation, the Daily Double Burger was tested out in select McDonald's locations in Miami, Chicago and Seattle earlier this year. After a successful testing phase, the item quietly expanded to nationwide McDonald's locations starting on June 26. Dedicated patrons of McDonald's will be able to secure the Daily Double Burger from now until the end of 2025. Additionally, the burger will soon find itself taking center stage in the McValue Meal Deal combo. In said platter, diners can order the double-patty burger, french fries, Chicken McNuggets and an accompanying beverage for as little as $6 or $7, depending on the specific location of the restaurant in question. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Natalie Portman's Rarely Seen Son's Random Meeting With a Famed YouTuber Results in a FaceTime with Her
A chance encounter on the streets of Paris recently unfolded into a surprising celebrity interaction, as Natalie Portman's son Aleph, 13, sparked an impromptu FaceTime call with his Academy Award-winning mother. The serendipitous moment began when the boy approached popular content creator Marlon, leading to an unforgettable exchange that quickly captivated social media. The renowned YouTuber, known for his engaging online content, found himself in a remarkable situation when the boy approached him and made an astonishing revelation. "You know Star Wars? Padme Amidala?" the boy asked, before delivering the surprising line, "Well, that's my mom. Can you give a shoutout to my mom?" After showing Marlon family pics on his phone to verify the family connection, the YouTuber's immediate reaction captured the sheer disbelief: "That's your mom?!" The boy calmly confirmed, "Yeah, that's my mom." The YouTuber wasted no time in seizing the unique opportunity. He quickly agreed to a FaceTime call, bringing the global superstar into their street-side interaction. As Natalie Portman appeared on the screen, her son, clearly excited by the moment, introduced his newfound acquaintance. "Mom, do you want to say hi to Marlon?" he asked. The YouTuber then directly addressed the actress, acknowledging the unusual nature of the call. "Hi, I'm sorry for disturbing you, I just want to say hi real quick. I'm here with your son, we're about to play a little football." Portman responded warmly to the unexpected interruption. "Nice to meet you. I hope you're having a great day. Have a good one," she shared, before the call concluded. The brief but memorable exchange left a lasting impression, particularly on the YouTuber. After the call, the YouTuber reflected on the surreal experience and his long-standing admiration for the actress. He shared his candid thoughts, stating, "When I was growing up and used to watch Star Wars very heavily, she was my biggest crush. Very beautiful woman, very good son. I just want to respectfully say that. That's insane." His genuine reaction highlighted the impact of encountering someone he admired from a young age through such an unusual set of circumstances. The impromptu interaction quickly made its rounds on social media platforms, with fans and followers expressing their amusement and amazement. An Instagram comment perfectly encapsulated the wonder: "He looks just like her too! Imagine saying 'Padme Amidala is my mom'" Other reactions flooded in on X, with users calling it the type of memorable moment only a chance celebrity encounter could create. One X user remarked, "unexpected celebrity encounters make the best stories," while another celebrated, "what a serendipitous moment, connecting in such a unique way." The overwhelming sentiment was positive, with many simply stating, "I love this interaction." Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
