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45 Best Anime For Beginners

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45 Best Anime For Beginners


Anime has rapidly become one of the most popular forms of entertainment in the world, naturally leading many to wonder what the best anime for beginners are. The medium has a long and storied history, with some series quite difficult for new viewers to get into due to references to other anime, cultural differences, and quirks of the medium.

However, just because some anime might be difficult to understand for new viewers doesn’t mean all anime are. The best anime for beginners covers universal themes that any viewer should be able to get behind. These series range from action to romance to thrillers to comedy, delivering a wide variety of anime sure to fit any one person’s tastes.

Bleach

Bleach is a long-running shonen anime series, adapted from the manga by Tite Kubo. Bleach follows Ichigo Kurosaki, a boy who can see spirits, as he’s suddenly thrust into the role of a Soul Reaper, whose job is to fight dangerous negative spirits known as Hollows and guide righteous spirits to the afterlife.

When Ichigo’s friend Rukia is punished for giving him her power, he goes on an extreme mission to rescue her, pitting him against other Soul Reapers so powerful that he can scarcely imagine it.

Bleach is a long series, and it has more than its share of filler (and Bleach filler you can and should skip). Still, it’s a perfect representative of what a shonen series can be like, full of exciting battles, insane powers, and dramatic turns in the plot that change everything.

Pluto

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Pluto is a series based on a manga by Naoki Urasawa, which is in turn an adaptation of a story arc from Osamu Tezuka’s original Astro Boy. That gives Pluto strong ties to the very foundations of anime as a medium, and the story has persisted for so long because it’s just that entertaining.

The story follows Gesicht, a robot detective, tracking a serial killer of both robots and humans who leaves a bizarre trademark: objects jammed into their heads, as if to look like horns.

Pluto is a beautifully animated new series, and its mystery is a compelling one, with a story worthy of standing alongside classics of the sci-fi genre. It tackles the ideas of robots and humans and what separates the two, but does so in unusual and innovative ways that make it stand out.

Neon Genesis Evangelion

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Neon Genesis Evangelion is an infamous anime series by Gainax that delves deeply into psychology and bizarre symbolism. On an Earth that’s under endless assault by beings known as Angels, Shinji Ikari is recruited by his estranged father to serve as a pilot for an EVA, a kind of bio-robot designed specifically to kill Angels.

Shinji has little desire to fight, but circumstances force him to take part, with disastrous consequences. Joined by the emotionless girl Rei and the fiery Asuka, Shinji is the front line of defense against the Angels, but are these kids really equipped for what they’re about to experience?

Evangelion is admittedly a deconstruction of the mecha genre’s tropes, and is thus enhanced by some familiarity with other mecha series. However, it can just as easily be watched and enjoyed by those who have no experience with mecha at all, as its focus on characters and their psychologies is what’s really important.

Berserk

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Berserk is a dark fantasy anime series based on Kentaro Miura’s manga of the same name. It’s from the 1990s, but don’t let the age scare you away, as it’s widely regarded as an excellent anime.

The story follows Guts, a swordsman who joins a mercenary group known as the Hawks, led by Griffith. Guts earns their trust, but eventually decides to go his own way, prompting Griffith to make a terrible mistake that sends the course of both of their lives, and the fate of the world, into turmoil.

Berserk is extremely dark and deals with graphic content that may be disturbing to some, such as sexual assault and torture. However, for those who enjoy darker fantasy stories, Berserk is renowned for its high-quality character development and a compelling story that dissects the quest for revenge.

Delicious in Dungeon

Senshi, Laios, Chilchuck and Marcille waiting for the Scorpion and Walking Mushroom Hotpot on Delicious in Dungeon-1

Delicious in Dungeon is a unique fantasy anime based on a manga by Ryoko Kui. It follows Laios, a young adventurer whose sister was eaten by a dragon, but might still be alive.

Questing to save her with little resources, Laios, Chilchuck, and Marcille head into the dungeon, planning to eat monsters to stay alive (which Laios is secretly excited for). On the way, they meet Senshi, a Dwarf who specializes in cooking monster meat, and together they resolve to delve deep and save Laios’ sister before it’s too late.

Delicious in Dungeon’s gimmick of cooking monsters is an amusing one that gives it a tone quite unlike any other fantasy anime. The characters are quite lovable, and the series draws heavily from Western fantasy sources, such as Dungeons and Dragons, making it relatively easy for those unfamiliar with anime to watch.

Mob Psycho 100

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Mob Psycho 100’s Mob using his psychic powers in front of a multi colored background.

Mob Psycho 100 is a perfect introduction to the world of anime. The series focuses on a young boy named Mob whose psychic powers are so immense that he has to close off his emotions to avoid setting them off. Together with his conman mentor Reigen, Mob battles evil spirits and other psychics obsessed with world domination.

More so than almost any other anime, Mob Psycho 100 is a series that balances action, humor, and heart. The bond between Mob and Reigen is genuinely sweet and is sure to resonate with new fans of anime.

Jujutsu Kaisen

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Currently one of the most popular anime series, Jujutsu Kaisen is easily approachable for beginning anime fans. The series follows a young man named Yuji who is inducted into a secret society of sorcerers who are involved in a never-ending quest to destroy cursed spirits.

Right alongside current hits like Demon Slayer and My Hero Academia, Jujutsu Kaisen is undeniably responsible for ushering in a new generation of anime fans with its thrilling fights and breathtaking animation. Beginning anime fans certainly can’t go wrong with Jujutsu Kaisen.

Hunter x Hunter

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Hunter x Hunter is a beloved shōnen series about a young boy named Gon who uses the search for his father as a springboard to become a Hunter and go on an adventure. With a lovable cast of characters and an approachable story, Hunter x Hunter is easy to jump into without much knowledge of other anime.

The series is well-paced, as well, starting rather simply before unveiling one of the most intricate and fascinating power systems in anime history. Potential anime fans who want an entry point into classic shōnen battle anime shouldn’t pass up Hunter x Hunter.

Pokémon

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Ash with pikachu on his shoulder surrounded by action lines
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One of the longest-running anime series ever, it’s no understatement to say that Pokémon is at least partially responsible for anime growing as popular as it is outside of Japan. Despite its lengthy episode count, each season of Pokémon is largely standalone, so new viewers can jump into the charming and simplistic series at any point.

Pokémon is especially beginner-friendly thanks to its recent soft reboot, Pokémon Horizons, so new fans can get into the series there and see why it’s been so beloved for decades without getting bogged down by what little continuity there is.

One Piece

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Another long-running anime that’s easy to recommend for beginners is One Piece. With its goofy characters combined with surprisingly mature, intense writing and fight scenes, One Piece has long been established as one of the best and notorious anime in the entire world.

With over 1000 episodes, One Piece certainly does warrant a lot of investment on the part of the viewer, but the incredible story it tells makes that more than worthwhile. The incredibly vibrant art and animation of recent One Piece seasons have done a lot to sell its strengths to its best degree in years.



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Jack Osbourne has a fiery response to Roger Waters’ diss of Ozzy

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Jack Osbourne has a fiery response to Roger Waters’ diss of Ozzy


Jack Osbourne fired back this week at the insults that Roger Waters hurled last month at his late father Ozzy Osbourne, who died in July at the age of 76.

During an interview with the Independent Ink, Waters had expressed his feelings about the “Prince of Darkness” and his music.

“Ozzy Osbourne, who just died, bless him in his whatever that state that he was in his whole life,” the 81-year-old rocker told host Dwayne Booth. “We’ll never know. The music, I have no idea, I couldn’t give a f—.”

He added: “I don’t care about Black Sabbath, I never did. Have no interest in biting the heads of chickens or whatever they do. I couldn’t care less, you know.”

Osbourne’s son, Jack, caught wind of Waters’ words and turned on the war machine. He took to his Instagram on Tuesday to defend his dad.

“Hey Roger Waters F— You,” Jack posted on his page, using white lettering on a red background. “How pathetic and out of touch you’ve become.”

Waters, who co-founded the band Pink Floyd in 1965 and has toured as a solo act since 1999, typically posts politically driven messages in a similar style on his account.

“The only way you seem to get attention these days is by vomiting out b— in the press. My father always thought you were a c— thanks for proving him right,” he added. He ended the post with a clown emoji.

The youngest of the Osbourne clan appeared alongside his father in the MTV reality series “The Osbournes” from 2002 through 2005 and the History Channel’s “Ozzy & Jack’s World Detour” from 2016 through 2018.

The Black Sabbath frontman revealed to David Letterman in an episode of “Late Night” in 1982 that he had beheaded a bat onstage by accident, a feat that had added to the considerable lore built around the heavy metal legend.

Ozzy Osbourne made his last public appearance during the band’s farewell concert, “Back to the Beginning,” on July 5 at their hometown of Birmingham, England. He died on July 22 of a heart attack.




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Jorma Taccone Recovering From 20-Foot Fall Off a Ladder

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Jorma Taccone Recovering From 20-Foot Fall Off a Ladder


Ladder safety is no laughing matter.

Saturday Night Live vet Jorma Taccone, a member of The Lonely Island comedy troupe, shattered his pelvis and detached his sacrum in a fall from a 20-foot ladder at his farmhouse in Connecticut.

The accident was on Aug. 31, his daughter’s 5th birthday. “It wasn’t the coolest way to start the day,” Taccone said.

Taccone, 48, recounted the scary incident from his hospital bed during Tuesday’s episode of The Lonely Island & Seth Meyers podcast, which he co-hosts with fellow Lonely Island members Andy Samberg and Akiva Schaffer and late-night talk show host Seth Meyers.

“There’s a barn, and the back half of the barn has a big white wall. And I was like, ‘Oh, this is great. We can do a big mural.’”

Taccone said that he borrowed ladders to hang lights around the barn to highlight the mural when he fell 20 feet onto his butt. “I literally have enough time as I’m falling to be like, ‘I’m going to die,’” he said.

While the injuries were serious, Taccone said his doctors expect him to walk again within three to six months, which was a huge relief to his Lonely Island colleagues – friends since childhood.

“It’s been a really scary week, and we’re glad that you didn’t hit your head and that you’re not dead,” Schaffer said.

The Lonely Island have proved highly successful at blending music and comedy. They put seven songs on the Billboard Hot 100, topped by “I Just Had Sex” (featuring Akon), which reached No. 30 in 2011. Their other Hot 100 hits featured T-Pain, Nicki Minaj, Michael Bolton, Adam Levine & Kendrick Lamar and Tegan & Sara.

They released three studio albums, all of which made the top 15 on the Billboard 200: Incredibad (No. 13 in 2009), Turtleneck & Chain (No. 3 in 2011) and The Wack Album (No. 10 in 2013).

In February 2025, the group performed a medley of their greatest hits on SNL50: The Homecoming Concert.

They won a Primetime Emmy for co-writing “Dick in a Box,” which Justin Timberlake and Samberg performed on SNL in 2007. They subsequently received five additional Primetime Emmy nods for outstanding music & lyrics for co-writing “Motherlover,” “Shy Ronnie,” “I Just Had Sex,” “Jack Sparrow” and “3-Way (The Golden Rule).”

They also received three Grammy nominations: best rap/sung collaboration for “I’m on a Boat” (featuring T-Pain), best comedy album for Turtleneck & Chain, and best song written for visual media for “Everything Is Awesome!!!,” on which they backed Tegan & Sara. They wrote the latter song for The Lego Movie.

Taccone has also received four Primetime Emmy nods for writing for SNL and one as an executive producer of Pen15, which was nominated for outstanding comedy series in 2021.

In 2010, Taccone co-wrote and directed MacGruber, which was his directorial debut. He directed his second feature alongside Schaffer, the musical comedy Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, which he also co-wrote and co-starred in with Schaffer and Samberg.

Taccone’s latest film Over Your Dead Body, which he directed, was acquired by IFC in May, according to Deadline.



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James Gunn, Stars on That Rick Reveal, What It Means for Harcourt (Exclusive)

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James Gunn, Stars on That Rick Reveal, What It Means for Harcourt (Exclusive)

[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 3, “Another Rick Up My Sleeve.”]

Peacemaker delivers a massive twist in Season 2’s third installment, “Another Rick Up My Sleeve,” as Joel Kinnaman reprises his role as Rick Flag Jr. in two forms, one the version fans met in The Suicide Squad and the other the “jarhead” hinted at in Peacemaker‘s alternate dimension.

While the episode opens with a flashback scene revealing that Rick Jr. and Harcourt (Jennifer Holland) were having an affair, it goes on to reveal that alternate dimension Harcourt is also involved with the Rick from her universe amid Christopher Smith’s (John Cena) attempt to woo her when he wakes up in that world at the start of this episode following his boozy night with the 11th Street Kids.

The revelation of Harcourt’s bond with Rick Jr. explains a lot when it comes to her initial hatred towards Peacemaker in Season 1; after all, Chris killed Rick Jr. during their mission in Corto Maltese. When it came to Kinnaman’s return and incorporation into this storyline, series creator and DC Comics co-head James Gunn tells TV Insider that was part of the plan “since before we shot Season 1, that Harcourt and Rick Flag had had an affair and were having an affair when he got killed… but beyond that they were also friends, and Economos is friends with him too.”

“That’s the reason they’re so negative towards Peacemaker when he comes on board at the beginning,” Gunn explains, “even though morally, obviously, Harcourt is as fluid as Peacemaker is throughout Season 1.”

As for having Kinnaman step into the alternate dimension as “jarhead” Rick Flag, Gunn was excited to allow the actor to have some more comedic moments as he nervously tiptoes around Chris. “Joel and I are good friends, so I asked him to do me a favor, but I also wanted to give him an opportunity to do something that’s purely comedic, because he’s a really funny guy,” Gunn explains.

“He’s never been in a comedy his entire life, so being able to show him doing this sort of namby-pamby version of Rick Flag Jr. … every time I watch those scenes, I laugh out loud,” Gunn admits.

While the alternate dimension allowed for a Peacemaker-Rick reunion of sorts, it also opened Chris’s eyes to the reality of this new world, in which Harcourt is less jagged around the edges and he’s a beloved hero. See what Holland has to say about embracing that other side of Harcourt in the alternate dimension, David Denman talk about donning Keith’s super suit, and Steve Agee talk about Economos’s reunion with Judomaster in the full video interview above.

Peacemaker, Season 2, Thursdays, HBO Max




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Powerball goes 41 straight draws without a winner, sending jackpot to $1.7 billion

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Powerball goes 41 straight draws without a winner, sending jackpot to .7 billion

The Powerball jackpot has jumped to an eye-popping $1.7 billion, after yet another drawing passed without a big winner Wednesday.

The numbers selected were: 3, 16, 29, 61 and 69, with the Powerball number being 22.

Since May 31, there have been 41 straight drawings without a big winner.

The next drawing will be Saturday night, with the prize expected to be the third-largest in U.S. lottery history.

Powerball’s terrible odds of 1 in 292.2 million are designed to generate big jackpots, with prizes becoming ever larger as they repeatedly roll over when no one wins. Lottery officials note that the odds are far better for the game’s many smaller prizes. There are three drawings each week.

The estimated $1.4 billion jackpot from Wednesday night’s drawing would have been for a winner who had opted to receive 30 payments over 29 years through an annuity. Winners almost always choose the game’s cash option, which would have been an estimated $634.3 million.

The cash option for Saturday night’s drawing is an estimated $770.3 million.

Powerball tickets cost $2 and the game is offered in 45 states plus Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

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Legendary fashion designer Giorgio Armani dies | World News

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Legendary fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died aged 91 – with the worlds of fashion and showbiz paying tribute to a “giant” and a “master of his craft”.

The Italian billionaire died at home surrounded by his family on Thursday.

“With infinite sorrow, the Armani Group announces the passing of its creator, founder, and tireless driving force: Giorgio Armani,” his fashion house said.

Tributes flood in for Armani – as it happened

“Il Signor Armani, as he was always respectfully and admiringly called by employees and collaborators, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones.

“Indefatigable to the end, he worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, the collections, and the many ongoing and future projects.”

A funeral chamber will be set up at Milan’s Armani Teatro for people to pay tribute between 9am and 6pm this weekend.

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Armani did not appear at his runway shows in Milan for the first time ever in June as he recovered from an unknown illness.

Only a week ago, when he was interviewed by the Financial Times, he revealed he “oversaw every aspect of the show remotely via video link”.

“My greatest weakness is that I am in control of everything,” he told the newspaper. “Everything you will see has been done under my direction and carries my approval.”

‘A symbol of the best of Italy’

Italy’s President Giorgia Meloni was among the first to pay tribute.

“Giorgio Armani leaves us at 91 years old,” she wrote on X.

“With his elegance, sobriety, and creativity, he was able to bring lustre to Italian fashion and inspire the entire world. An icon, a tireless worker, a symbol of the best of Italy. Thank you for everything.”

At the Royal Academy in London in 2003. Pic: Reuters
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At the Royal Academy in London in 2003. Pic: Reuters

Fellow fashion mogul Donatella Versace followed, saying: “The world has lost a giant today. He made history and will be remembered forever.”

American designer Ralph Lauren said he “always had the deepest respect and admiration” for Armani.

Dame Anna Wintour, who this year stepped down as head of American Vogue after 37 years, said the designer “understood power and attitude and elegance as well as anyone ever has in fashion”.

Julia Roberts, who famously wore Armani menswear to the Golden Globe awards in 1990, shared a picture of the pair together on Instagram with the caption: “A true friend. A Legend.”

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American model Cindy Crawford called him a “master of his craft” – while the Italian football world also offered its condolences.

Juventus described him as a “timeless icon of elegance and Italian style”.

Inter Milan, who Armani supported, said he was “an icon of our city, a fashion legend who, with his creativity and elegance, knew how to tell the story of Italianness around the world”.

Legendary film director Martin Scorsese also paid tribute, heralding Armani as “more than a clothing designer”.

“He was a real artist, and a great one – people use the term ‘timeless’ quite often, but in his case it happens to be true,” said Scorsese.

Armani contributed to the wardrobe design for the director’s 1995 film Casino, creating suits for Robert De Niro’s character, Ace Rothstein.

The pair came together again for The Wolf of Wall Street (2013), where Armani this time suited up Leonardo DiCaprio.

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‘Colossus’ Armani ‘brought gravitas’ to the fashion industry

‘King Giorgio’

Born in the small northern Italian town of Piacenza in July 1934, Armani originally wanted to be a doctor but changed his mind after a part-time job as a window dresser at a Milan store exposed him to fashion for the first time.

As one of the most influential designers of the 20th century, he is often credited with spearheading red carpet fashion and was planning a major event during Milan Fashion Week this month to mark 50 years of his brand.

He put Italian ready-to-wear style on the map in the late 1970s with his signature ‘Armani suit’ before adapting its classic style for women with the launch of the female ‘power suit’ in the 1980s.

He also dressed Hollywood and music stars, including Julia Roberts, George Clooney, Cate Blanchett, and Lady Gaga.

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With actors Richard Gere and Lauren Hutton in 2003. Pic: Reuters

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With Robert De Niro in Milan in 2000. Pic: Reuters

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With singer Beyonce in 2003. Pic: Reuters

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With David Beckham in Milan in 2009. Pic: Reuters

Armani, or Re Giorgio (King Giorgio) as he was widely known, worked on more than 200 films, most notably earlier in his career on American Gigolo with Richard Gere in 1980.

He was awarded both the French Legion of Honour and Italian Order of Merit for Labour for his contributions to the fashion industry.

With an empire of more than £7.44bn at the time of his death, his work expanded beyond clothes to home furnishings, perfumes, books, flowers, bars, clubs, and restaurants.

He also owned the basketball team EA7 Armani Milan, better known as Olympia Milano.

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Armani sparked controversy in 2015 for comments he made about fashion choices among gay men – and previously in 2009 when his company was forced to settle with the Italian tax authorities over its offshore subsidiaries.



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Trump to rename Defense Department as Department of War : NPR

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A view of the Pentagon on Dec. 13, 2024, in Washington, D.C. President Trump has said he would like to rename the Department of Defense the Department of War.

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President Trump will sign an executive order on Friday to give the Department of Defense a new name: the Department of War.

The change would return the department to a name that it carried for much of its history, until it became the Department of Defense in the wake of World War II. The executive order was confirmed to NPR by a White House official who was not authorized to discuss the matter.

A White House fact sheet explains that under the executive order, the name “Department of War” will serve as a “secondary title” for the Department of Defense.

According to the fact sheet, the order will also authorize Defense Department officials to substitute the word “war” into their titles. For example, the Secretary of Defense could use the title Secretary of War.

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth appeared to acknowledge the change in a post on social media on Thursday, writing simply, “DEPARTMENT OF WAR.”

President Trump has previously signaled that a change was in the works. During an appearance in the Oval Office last month, Trump said that War Department “just sounded to me better.”

It’s not clear whether Trump can officially change the name without congressional action, but he told reporters, “We’re just gonna do it.”

“I’m sure Congress will go along if we need that. I don’t think we even need that. But if we need that, I’m sure Congress will go along,” Trump said.

Almost from the country’s founding, the military was overseen by the War Department, but the sprawling agency took on its current name following an act of Congress in 1949. At the time, the change marked the culmination of an effort by President Harry Truman to unify the Air Force, Army and Navy under the umbrella of a single department.

As the largest department in the U.S. government, even just changing signs, seals and titles could prove costly. In 2023, an Army official told Congress that an effort to rename only nine Army bases would cost taxpayers $39 million.

Danielle Kurtzleben and Quil Lawrence contributed to this report.



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What’s going on with the Jet2 share price now?

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What’s going on with the Jet2 share price now?


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As I write on 4 September, the Jet2 (LSE:Jet2) share price is down around 14% on the day. That’s because it published a trading update in the morning and the market didn’t like it very much.

The sharp fall came after Jet2 warned that annual earnings are now expected to land towards the bottom end of market forecasts. Management said that since its last update in July, the trend of customers booking much closer to departure has become even more pronounced, making forward visibility more difficult.

To the end of August, flown package holiday customers rose just 2%, while flight-only passengers grew 17%. Average package holiday pricing is still showing modest growth, with flight-only yields becoming increasingly attractive.

But with much of its summer season and winter capacity still unsold, the group expects earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) for the year to March 2026 to be at the lower end of the £449m-£496m consensus range.

In response to the weaker backdrop, Jet2 has trimmed its planned winter capacity from 5.8m to 5.6m seats. Even so, this remains a 9% increase compared to the previous winter season.

Chief executive Steve Heapy struck a more positive tone, stressing that Jet2’s flexible capacity management and award-winning service provide a strong foundation for long-term growth.

The guidance has effectively wiped out the company’s share price gains for the year, with the late booking pattern continuing to cloud earnings visibility for the industry.

Still a favourite of mine

Warren Buffett says he likes it when his favourite stocks fall in value. It means he can buy more. And that’s what I’m seeing today. I like Jet2, and this falling share price may be an opportunity for me to top up.

With the market cap falling to £2.65bn today, Jet2’s net income is only 1.05 times its enterprise value — that’s the market cap adjusted for adjusted for net cash. The EV-to-EBITDA ratio is also around 0.65. That’s also incredibly cheap when compared to peers, notably IAG around 3.8 times.

Of course, I do appreciate that the company’s huge net cash pile also includes customer deposits. So, it’s not a perfect calculation. But it’s still worth recognising that the company’s balance sheet is incredibly strong. And it’s expected to get stronger throughout the medium term, reaching a net cash position of £2.5bn in 2026.

What’s more, it’s steadily growing its fleet and replacing less efficient aircraft with the Airbus A321 neo. The cost of this fleet overhaul appears to be sustainable given the company’s revenue forecast, and it should make Jet2 one of the largest fleet operators in the UK.

However, like other businesses in the UK, it’s struggling with increasing costs of employment and an uncertain economic backdrop. Last year, it said the Budget would cost the company £25m annually. With potentially more pain to come in November, it’s worth watching.

Despite this, I believe Jet2 shares are cheap and worth considering as an investment. It’s well represented within my portfolio and I wouldn’t be surprised to see it on the FTSE 100 one day. That’s subject to the stock moving to the main market.



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Ava Max Stuns In Voluminous Red Gown During Venice Photoshoot

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Ava Max Stuns In Voluminous Red Gown During Venice Photoshoot


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In the most recent capture, Max can be seen in a photograph in the sight of Venice City while wearing a bright red dress, a departure from her known fashion. On the taxi water, the singer’s attire is very different and like the words used, the caption is a no-brainer indeed because “Had a ball” was the term, which, in my eyes, translates to a fun and simple performance. The capture can be tagged to carefree moments with the photographer.

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The photograph of Max in her Venice escapade signals a welcome change from her appearances. Wearing a crimson red gown, her outfit is a mismatch to the Venice waters, which is a pretty image on its own. The singer Max has her usual smile expanded, and the day was clear which seems to highlight a plainly happy attitude. The context, together with the clothes and the model, carries a visually appealing attire.

Unquestionably, compliments and words of adoration flooded in from her supporters in the comments section. A fan used the abbreviation “Omfgggg” which, in the slang of today’s hyperbole, means “opening my fucking God gracious grinning jaws” to communicate her incomparable stunning looks. Another wrote “Trop belle Ava !!!!” in the French section. This was translated in “So beautiful Ava!!!!” While in her international comments, the comments were also translated and stated that she “looks so perfect with a smile.” In my opinion, this can resonate easily with her fan base as they were enchanted with her image, especially with the ravishing red dress.

Moreover, Max garnered praises from film and photo professionals who were spellbound by her looks. One other professional even went so far posting that he dreams of working with her as a celebrity and hails her as one of the easiest to click pictures of. This praise is quite huge as she has unlocked something many would not have, something seasoned photographers would appreciate.

In her posts, the followers tend to link various things to her musical career, which is not entirely wrong. As per a follower’s comment, there was only one in the comments section, “Your album is all I listen to, queen!!” seemed to link her to her music as her fan. Nonetheless, there is one comment that has no music link but instead talks about her amazing looks and her musical gift, “Beautiful person, soul, great vocals and octaves,” is a comment that singles out her amazing looks and music talent.

The followers were represented through the Brazilian base, with a comment stating, “hope to see you in brazil 🇧🇷 we love u,” while the Moroccan supporters displayed their love through a series of comments. “Thank you for helping me remember… ❤️❤️❤️” is a good example, showing a deep emotional connection towards her music.

In relation to the photo, the singer’s public appearance inclines fans to remember the times Ava has entertained them, and such a message as “we all missed you sooo much so happy you’re back” refers to the fact that fans were always expected to drop such comments considering Ava’s silence.

The growing number of Ava Max fans is quite evident, and the post is set as a good starting point, allowing people to pay more attention to her from that moment onwards. People are thrilled to hear her music, and everyone can see the hard work she puts in to please her fans. Both in the music industry and for her fan base, she is unique with her music style.

I mean, every photo puts a different book in the shelves of the mind of her fans, let alone the ones in her album, and one song adds another shelf with a new forth. A photo that had nothing to do with Ava’s new music works, even so, was the “Trop belle Ava !!!!” accompanied with “So beautiful Ava!!!!”.

But it’s not only a praise for the moment, I think that Ava is sincere in what she does. It’s almost one of the reasons I admire her. It’s been a while since I’ve seen Ava of any nature and, with the praise, she’s received, I am sure that whatever work that she’s cooking up is meaningful and has sufficient thought put towards it. Ava sometimes serves and a bit of art, and the world definitely breeds more geniuses like that.

The one that most certainly resonated is “thank you for helping me remember”… to myself … my upbringing in the world of music, “auras les sons du monde.” This certainly took a happy blast from the past. “Auras les sons du monde,” in English, translates to “you will have the sounds of the world,” making me regain my admiration for the unexplainable aura that the world of art holds.

Her fans warmly welcomed her return, acknowledging her work for years, something that appeared to be an outing for fans to appreciate. The Ava Max is a person and an artist quite different from what was essentially brought to the world to gold and meat people tend to see.

Ava Max is not only known in America; in fact, she is a popular musical artist worldwide. Fans seem to adore every image she shares on different social media platforms as well as her musical identity. Miss Max’s presentation is always peculiar, as she tries to distinguish the style of her attire and make sound in pop music with the help of today’s social media.

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Social media is the greatest encouragement tool, and the team supporting it has definitely done an amazing work here. They were able to manage the emotions of the fans with a brilliantly set display of the photos. Nothing was out of the ordinary and everything went as expected so they were able to maintain the fans’ attention with dignity along with the well over-simplified pictures that seemed to get the job done.



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Frank Ocean Drops Cryptic Hint About Sexuality as Dating Speculation Grows

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Frank Ocean Drops Cryptic Hint About Sexuality as Dating Speculation Grows


Frank Ocean recently shared a cryptic post on his Instagram story that has left his fans guessing why the singer is reiterating his sexuality. This comes amidst rumors of him being involved with UFC bantamweight contender Payton Talbott. So, what was this Instagram story, and what could it mean?

Frank Ocean posts about sexuality on Instagram story

In a new development, the “Novacane” singer shared a vague Instagram Story post seemingly aimed at reiterating his sexuality.

Frank Ocean shared the story of what appears to be a screenshot from an online quiz. It read, “Overall: Bi: Homosexual-Leaning.” (via Complex) This is too cryptic to decipher anything meaningful. Yet, many fans have linked it to Ocean’s romance rumors with Payton Talbott. However, this post could also not be about his sexuality but that of someone close to him. Thus, it is not really clear what the post implies.

Ocean has not shied away from discussing his sexuality in the past. Before the release of his debut album Channel Orange in 2012, he opened up about his first true love, a man he had feelings for when he was 19, in a letter he posted on Tumblr. The R&B artist previously also reiterated that he did not like putting labels on sexuality.

“I’ll respectfully say that life is dynamic and comes along with dynamic experiences, and the same sentiment that I have towards genres of music, I have towards a lot of labels and boxes and shit. I’m in this business to be creative—I’ll even diminish it and say to be a content provider,” the “Thinkin Bout You” crooner told GQ.

“People should pay attention to that in the letter: I didn’t need to label it for it to have impact. Because people realize everything that I say is so relatable, because when you’re talking about romantic love, both sides in all scenarios feel the same shit. As a writer, as a creator, I’m giving you my experiences,” shared Ocean.

While rumors continue to swirl about Frank Ocean’s possible romance with Payton Talbott, he has not publicly commented on the rumors. Meanwhile, the latter has also abstained from any comments.

Originally reported by Sourav Chakraborty on Mandatory.



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