UFC loses $30 million on Freedom 250 event at White House
UFC reported a $30 million loss from its Freedom 250 event held at the White House. The financial setback underscores the high costs and risks of staging large-scale sports promotions in iconic venues. Despite generating attention, the event failed to break even.
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Filmmakers Condemn Discrimination in Film Funding at Tokyo Festival
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Sportspeople back Dobbin's plea to PM for ME funding
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