Thu, December 12, 2024

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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,

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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,

by: 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.

by: 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

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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).

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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

by: 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."

by: 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

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: Gizmodo

What's Next for Riot's Media Future After Arcane?

Co-founder Marc Merrill talks to io9 about how the game studio turned media empire strives to live up to its philosophies after a year of successes and layoffs.

by: legit

Shallipopi Quits Dapper Music Label, Says There's No Transparency About His Earnings: "Broken Trust"

Nigerian singer Shallipoppi has quit his record label, Dapper Music. The Plutomania star spilled the messy details that led to his decision and how he was exploited.

by: New York Post

50 Cent trolls Jay-Z and Diddy again with AI-generated arrest video after child rape lawsuit

50 Cent is mocking Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs on social media after they were accused of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000. The "Baby by Me" rapper, 49, shared a fake AI video, originally posted by the account @manmeetsmachine, on Instagram Tuesday that shows Jay-Z, 55, and Combs, 55, getting arrested and sent to jail.

by: Tuko

Faith Therui: Kalenjin Star Opens up On Failed Marriage, Paying Fees for Ex

Popular Kaenjin musician Faith Therui opened up about her failed marriage. The musician got married in 2022 to Addison Cheruiyot. She and Addison parted ways.

by: Rolling Out

Sinister secrets emerge from Jay-Z's and Diddy's alliance

The rise and potential fall of Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs offers a sobering look at power, influence and accountability in entertainment.

by: Cosmopolitan

Fans think they've spotted an unrecognisable Cillian Murphy in 28 Years Later trailer

Many stars are expected to appear in the movie, which is a sequel to the popular 28 Days Later movie (released back in 2002) and 28 Weeks Later (2007). Jack O'Connell, Jodie Comer, Ralph Fiennes and Aaron Taylor-Johnson are just some of the big names set to appear and many fans hoped Cillian Murphy would be back to reprise his role of Jim.

by: Medicine Buffalo

Sports law blog attracts attention while strengthening students' writing, research skills

Posts on the UB Law Sports & Entertainment Forum have gained notice while helping students' improve their research and writing.

by: WHO Magazine

Love Island fans think they already know who wins

by: Polygon

How The Game Awards voting works

The accounting firms that tabulate the votes that decide the Emmys, Grammys, Oscars, and Tonys are often dealing with tens of thousands of votes that will decide the winners. In the case of The Game Awards, the main voting body consists of a little over 100 votes.

by: MSN

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli's son Akaay ranks second in Google's Year in Search 2024 for 'Meaning' Category

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli welcomed their second child, a son named Akaay, in February 2024. The name's meaning became a popular Google search. The couple has relocated to London for privacy. Sharma is set to return to acting after a hiatus with the film Chakda Xpress,

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.

The Associated Press has named its Breakthrough Entertainers of 2024, highlighting a diverse group of talents making significant impacts in the entertainment industry. This year's list includes Kris Bowers, a composer known for his work on "The Color Purple" and "Origin," showcasing his ability to blend classical and modern music. Charles Melton, an actor who has transitioned from teen roles to more complex characters in "May December," has also been recognized. Ayo Edebiri, celebrated for her role in "The Bear," has impressed with her comedic timing and dramatic depth. Reneé Rapp, who has made waves in both acting and music, particularly with her role in "The Sex Lives of College Girls" and her debut album, is another honoree. Lastly, the list features the K-pop group NewJeans, which has rapidly gained international fame with their unique sound and style, marking a significant breakthrough in the global music scene.

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