‘Hidden Figures’ is a hit, nearly tying ‘Rogue One’ for No. 1 box-office spot

LOS ANGELES — The new movie “Hidden Figures” tells the uplifting true story of a trio of women who defied expectations as they helped the U.S. space program. Now the tale is also beating the odds at the box office. The Oscar hopeful surpassed industry projections in its wide-release debut over the weekend, collecting $21.8 million…