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Captain America

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  In 2024, the world of comic book movies witnessed a seismic shift as the iconic mantle of Captain America found its new bearer. Breaking stereotypes and challenging conventions, a groundbreaking decision was made to cast a black actor as the symbol of justice and freedom. With this bold move, Marvel Studios not only diversified its roster of superheroes but also made a resounding statement about inclusivity and representation in Hollywood. The journey to this historic moment was paved with years of advocacy for diversity in entertainment. Audiences had long clamored for more representation on screen, urging studios to reflect the rich tapestry of the real world in their storytelling. Marvel, known for pushing boundaries and embracing progressive narratives, heeded this call with the utmost sincerity. Enter David Okoye, a rising star with an undeniable charisma and talent that captivated audiences worldwide. With a background in theater and a passion for storytelling, Okoye was th...

The Billionaires Behind The Workplace

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  Plus: A Diversity Report Card | March Madness Corporate Spending | 30 Under 30 Europe ADVERTISEMENT BECOME A MEMBER  •  NEWSLETTERS  •  MYFORBE S A total eclipse and the men’s championship game to cap off March Madness? What a start to the week! There should be plenty to discuss around the proverbial water cooler.  In other news,  Forbes  released its  annual list of billionaires  last week, highlighting the  richest people in the world . Tech remained a major contributor to the wealth on the list, with artificial intelligence startups  minting two new billionaires  in Ivan Zhao of Notion and Brett Adcock of Figure. And what about the billionaires who started, own or run the products and software most of us use during the workday? Take Google cofounders Larry Page and Sergey Brin, worth $114 billion and $110 billion respectively. From Google search to the Google Workspace offerings that include Gmail, Drive and Google Do...

Meet The Entrepreneur Pulling In Millions From A Black Unicorn

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  Plus: This Deep-Sea Mining Company Will Sweep The Ocean Floor For Battery Materials—If It Doesn’t Go Broke First ADVERTISEMENT BECOME A MEMBER  •  NEWSLETTERS  •  MYFORBE S Good morning, Those chocolate eggs and rabbits  might come with a higher price tag this Easter .  The price of cocoa is skyrocketing, topping $10,000 per metric ton for the first time Tuesday. Around 70% of the world’s cocoa is grown in West Africa, where El Niño has led to lackluster crop yields.  Hershey and Cadbury maker Mondelēz have  said they plan to raise prices as a result , while companies like Mars have shrunk the size of their chocolates.  Avoiding chocolate may not be enough to protect your wallet: Retail prices for sugar and sweets are predicted to increase by 5.6% in 2024. Let’s get into the headlines, Danielle Chemtob  Staff Writer, Newsletters Follow me on  Forbes.com BREAKING NEWS Pulmonary arterial hyptertension disproportionately impacts...