Thu, December 12, 2024

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: USA Today

Taylor Swift reacts to Selena Gomez's engagement announcement with funny comment

Gomez showed off the ring on Instagram with a three-word caption: "forever begins now." And of course Taylor Swift — who's been close friends with Gomez for a long time — had to give a shoutout in the comments section: "yes I will be the flower girl."

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Couriermail

Aussie media legend Clive Robertson dead aged 78

Tributes have begun to flow in for the Aussie broadcast legend described as a 'trailblazer'. Robertson, who worked at the ABC in the 70s before moving to Seven in the 1980s, died from cancer last week. Aussie radio broadcaster Margaret Throsby called Robertson a "brilliant broadcaster" in a tribute posted to X on Thursday.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Variety

Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu Joins Tiger Shroff, Sanjay Dutt in 'Baaghi 4' - Global Bulletin

India's Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment has tapped Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Sandhu for her Bollywood debut in 'Baaghi 4.'

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: briefly

SA Reacts to Video of Shebeshxt Seemingly Overspeeding While on the Phone: "He Never Learns"

A video showing Shebeshxt seemingly driving too fast while on the phone has angered social media users. Many said the star should learn from his mistakes.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Newsweek

Fortnite Ballistic Is Counter-Strike for Normies, and That's a Good Thing

Fortnite Ballistic may be the first step for casual gamers into the world of competitive tactical shooters, and it's a good start.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: India.com

Keerthy Suresh - Antony Thattil are married, first pics scream love and only love, don't miss her tears

First official photos from Keerthy Suresh and Antony Thattil, private wedding in Goa. They dated for almost 15 years.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: ITV

ITV announces major new entertainment series, The Assembly where celebrities face an interview like no other

ITV has commissioned Rockerdale Studios to produce a major new entertainment series, The Assembly for ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player. The 4 x 30' series will see celebrities being questioned by a remarkable group of inquisitive interviewers who are autistic,

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Oneindia

2024's Most Popular Divorces That Shook Fans

Explore the significant separations in Bollywood during 2024, highlighting notable couples and their amicable decisions to part ways.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Teen Vogue

Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco Are Engaged!

After months of speculation, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco announced their engagement on December 11, 2024, via Instagram. "Forever begins now," Gomez wrote on her main Instagram grid, showing off a picture of her marquise diamond ring with a simple manicure.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: THE WEEK

'Bharat users' driving the short video boom

Short video content is the fastest-growing segment in entertainment. An analysis by Redseer revealed that small-town users are the biggest consumers of short videos

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Tuko

Diana Marua Flaunts 8 Title Deeds She Acquired in 2024: "What A Year"

Rapper Diana Marua had an epic year, and she showcased some of the tittle deeds she acquired in 2024. Kenyans on social media celebrated her success.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: pinkvilla

Dhanush pens a birthday note for ex-father-in-law and superstar Rajinikanth; calls him 'my thalaiva'

As Rajinikanth turned 74, his former son-in-law and superstar Dhanush penned an affectionate birthday wish for him.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Press Gazette

UK's biggest online publishers: Reddit growing fast, Mail sees sharp traffic drop

Reddit has seen the biggest audience growth in a year among the 25 biggest website publishers in the UK, according to data provider Ipsos iris. The social media forum's audience was up by 48.2% in October compared to the same month the previous year, reaching 27.4 million people (internet population aged 15 and over) in the UK.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: FOX59 News

Brandi Glanville spending 'all of my money' looking for answers to mystery illness that left her disfigured

After posting a photo of her disfigured face on social media, former "Real Housewives" star Brandi Glanville is shedding light on what she thinks is wrong.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Independent Online

2024 Year in Search reveals South Africa's online interests and trends

Leading search engine Google has unveiled its 2024 Year in Search (YIS) findings for South Africa, providing a window into the evolving landscape of public interests. This annual analysis not only highlights the top trending searches but also reflects the significant cultural conversations that captivated the nation over the past year.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: MSN

Rashmika Mandanna Grateful For All The Love For 'Srivalli' And 'Pushpa 2 The Rule'

Actress Rashmika Mandanna is overwhelmed with the response her character Srivalli and her latest release "Pushpa: The Rule" is getting and has expressed her gratitude on social media. For the caption,

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Reuters

Australia to charge tech companies for news content if they don't pay

Australia plans new rules to "create a financial incentive" for big tech firms to pay Australian media companies for news content on their platforms, Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Financial Services Stephen Jones announced on Thursday.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Sydney Morning Herald

Hugh Cornish, Brisbane's 'Mr Television', dies aged 90

The first person to appear on Queensland television screens, Hugh Cornish AM, has died at a nursing home in Hamilton, Brisbane, aged 90.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Athlon Sports

NFL Reporter Laura Rutledge's ESPN Outfit Captures Attention

ESPN reporter Laura Rutledge took to social media to showcase her outfit for NFL Live, while revealing the festive Christmas decorations in the studio.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: The Daily Star

Chanchal Chowdhury slams false house arrest rumours spread by Indian media

Renowned actor Chanchal Chowdhury has slammed rumours circulating in Indian media that claim he was detained at an airport and placed under house arrest. The report, published by West Bengal-based Sangbad Pratidin,

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: MSN

New Jersey Politican Fakes Spotify Wrapped Results to Champion Bruce Springsteen

"This would be my Spotify Wrapped if I didn't share my account with my 12 and 15-year-old kids," said Josh Gottheimer.

[ Thu, Dec 12th 2024 ]: Yahoo

Taylor Swift Marks End of Eras Tour With Photos From Vancouver and a Brief Nod to 'All Too Well'

Tell a friend to tell a friend … She's back. Kelly Clarkson made her long-awaited return to The Voice for the season 26 finale and blew fans away with her stunning ensemble for the evening. The talk show host, 42, appeared on the Tuesday, December 10, episode of NBC's singing competition to perform her holiday...
Wed, December 11, 2024

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Couriermail

Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie finally reveal what really caused their famous feud in the 2000s

Paris Hilton has revealed fake tabloid news was the main catalyst that led to her feud with best friend Nicole Richie in the early noughties.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: The Highland County Press

WC students give up cell phones for 24 hours in media exclusion exercise

Recently, this was a reality, as more than two dozen Wilmington College students were asked to go a day without their phones. Punishment? No. This was a hands-on learning and living experience assigned by Professor of Social Science and Communication Arts Dr. Audrey Wagstaff.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: The Straits Times

ST Picks: Keeping records - vinyl collecting is here to stay, say S'pore fans

All subscriber-only content on ST app and straitstimes.com. Easy access any time via ST app on 1 mobile device. E-paper with 2-week archive so you won't mis

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Associated Press

Get to know The Associated Press' Breakthrough Entertainers of 2024

Get to know The Associated Press' Breakthrough Entertainers of 2024. The AP has been choosing breakout stars of the year since 2017.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Seattle Times

The Associated Press names its Breakthrough Entertainers of 2024

All seven have ended 2024 with critical and popular attention and have been named The Associated Press' Breakthrough Entertainers of the Year. The latest class join a range of Breakthrough Entertainers anointed since 2017, including Ayo Edebiri, SZA, Rachel Zegler, Megan Thee Stallion and Daniel Kaluuya.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Naija Gist - Latest

Nigerians now run to VDM for help, not the government - Skales

Nigerian singer Skales has voiced his concerns about the inability of citizens to rely on the government for assistance, highlighting the growing dependence on individuals like self-proclaimed activist VeryDarkMan (VDM).

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: The Independent

Succession actor expresses 'empathy' towards Murdoch family amid real-life drama

Strong, 45, who played Kendall Roy in Succession, the heir apparent to his father Logan Roy, appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live and was asked about the show's role in Murdoch's real-life drama.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Newsweek

Kim Kardashian Fans Lobbying Her to Make Bold Move in Luigi Mangione's Case

After Mangione was revealed as the suspect in custody for the UHC shooting, fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to lobby for Kardashian's involvement. Some tagged the star in their posts, while others made jokes about the suspect's looks, saying he could model for Kardashian's brand.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: People

Foxy Brown Fans Are Convinced She's Reacting to Jay-Z Rape Allegation with Cryptic Social Media Posts: 'WOW'

Jay-Z and Foxy Brown collaborated on several songs together in the 1990s. Jay-Z was recently accused of raping a 13-year-old in 2000, which he denies.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Dallas Morning News

Netflix CEO addresses streaming issues that occurred during Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight

We hate to disappoint members for one second," Ted Sarandos, co-CEO of the streaming platform, said Tuesday in New York.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Los Angeles Times

MSNBC ratings collapse post-election, Fox News surges as cable faces an uncertain future

Viewers have fled left-leaning MSNBC since Vice President Kamala Harris lost the general election to former President Trump on Nov. 5. The audience for the Comcast-owned channel is down 46% compared to the first 10 months of 2024.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: AOL

Jay-Z's rape lawsuit: Could a criminal complaint follow? Will Jane Doe's identity be revealed? Legal experts weigh in.

Since he was named on Dec. 8 in the civil lawsuit — in which a Jane Doe alleged the two rappers raped her at an MTV Video Music Awards after-party — he's denied the allegations in a stinging statement and accused Doe's lawyer Tony Buzbee of trying to "blackmail" him by pressuring him to settle out of court.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Forbes

Riding On Trump's Victory, Indonesian Media And Property Mogul Rejoins The Ranks Of The Country's Richest

Media and property mogul Hary Tanoesoedibjo, executive chairman of Media Nusantara Citra (MNC) group, who dropped out of the ranks last year, is back on the list, boosted by his business associate's imminent return to the White House.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Click2Houston

Louisiana rapper NBA Youngboy gets nearly 2 years in jail for gun-related charges

A federal judge in Utah has sentenced Louisiana rap artist NBA Youngboy to just under two years in prison on gun-related charges after he acknowledged having possessed weapons despite having a felony conviction.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Cosmopolitan

Nara Smith Gets Candid About Severe Eczema Flare Ups

Being a social media star may seem like the high life but Nara Smith, fashion model-turned-TikTok creator just pulled back the curtain on all that appears glitz and glam by getting candid about her struggles with eczema, which, more recently, led to a lupus diagnosis.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Fugitive dog gains fame in New Orleans eluding dart guns and nets

Scrim, a 17-pound mutt that's mostly terrier, became a folk hero after leaping from a second-story window in a now-viral video.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Sports Illustrated

Atlanta Hawks Named One Of The Best Employers in Sports For 2024 By Front Office Sports

Front Office Sports, the multi-platform media and news organization covering the business of sports, announced their recipients for the 20

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Yahoo

50 Cent Takes Another Jab At Jay-Z With A Shocking Comment Amid Rape Allegations

Cent once again trolled Jay-Z over his rape allegations after the accused rapper appeared at the "Mufasa: The Lion King premiere."

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: bolavip

FIFA confirms Argentina and five more countries to host 2030 World Cup

FIFA has confirmed that the 2030 World Cup will, for the first time, be played across six different countries, including Argentina and Uruguay, in celebration of the tournament's 100th anniversary.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: San Diego Union-Tribune

Chula Vista OKs new parternships with SDSU, film production company

Plans yet to be negotiated include bringing nursing programs and building a virtual production studio in Otay Ranch

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: FOX59 News

50 Cent taunts Jay-Z, 'Diddy' with AI arrest video following sexual assault allegations

Cent shared an AI-video of Jay-Z being arrested in the wake of a sexual assault lawsuit against the rapper. Jay-Z has denied the allegations that he sexually assaulted a 13-year-old.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Rolling Out

Snoop Dogg teams up with Shaquille O'Neal for Fortnite Winterfest celebration

This year's festivities carry special significance with the confirmed participation of both Snoop Dogg and Shaquille O'Neal.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: moneycontrol.com

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli's wedding anniversary: A Look at Virushka's Bond

As Virushka celebrated their 7th wedding anniversary today, their love story continues to be a symbol of their commitment and a perfect family.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: MSN

UFC Tampa media day live stream

The UFC Tampa media day live stream features eight of the 26 fighters competing at Saturday's UFC event, including welterweight headliners Colby Covington and Joaquin Buckley, and featherweight co-headliners Cub Swanson and Billy Quarantillo.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Us Weekly

The Rise and Fall of Chappell Roan in 2024: How a Midwest Princess Confronted Fame and Fans

If one musician kept Us talking throughout 2024, it was Chappell Roan.

[ Wed, Dec 11th 2024 ]: Variety

USC Annenberg Norman Lear Center Study Examines Portrayals of Jews in Contemporary Scripted TV

About half of the Jewish characters featured in scripted TV series were played by Jews, according to a study by USC Annenberg Norman Lear Center.

Paramount Consolidation of U.S. TV and Streaming Distribution Teams Results in Staff Cuts

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Paramount Global is undergoing additional restructuring leading up to its expected merger with Skydance Media in 2025. The media conglomerate is integrating the group that handles distribution for the Paramount+ and Pluto TV streaming services with its U.

Paramount Global is undergoing a significant restructuring of its domestic TV media networks and streaming distribution teams, resulting in layoffs affecting approximately 25% of the staff in these divisions. This move is part of a broader cost-cutting initiative led by CEO Bob Bakish, aiming to streamline operations and reduce expenses. The layoffs primarily impact the ad sales department, with the company focusing on integrating its cable networks and streaming services more closely. Paramount is also shifting its strategy towards a more centralized approach to content distribution, emphasizing direct-to-consumer models and reducing reliance on traditional cable bundles. This restructuring comes amidst a challenging economic environment for media companies, with Paramount seeking to adapt to the evolving landscape of television and streaming.

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