• Wed, December 18, 2024

by: Politico

A look back at 2024 with Florida's road safety boss

THE OTHER HALF — Florida's banner law of 2024 — restricting social media access for minors and requiring age verification for adult websites — is now facing a second lawsuit, this time from an adult entertainment trade group.

by: The Express Tribune

Arshad Nadeem, 'Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum' & Everything Indian: Google Reveals Pakistan's Year in Search

Sports fans were glued to their devices, with the ICC T20 World Cup and the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024 making waves in searches. Arshad Nadeem, the historic Olympic gold medalist, also sparked significant interest after his historic win, earning Pakistan's first gold medal in nearly three decades.

by: USA Today

Ana Orsini, beloved Arizona TV news anchor, dies at 28 of brain aneurysm: 'Devastated'

The station declined comment beyond what is in the story. But Orsini's co-workers expressed their shock and sadness on social media. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. "She was truly one of a kind," Ty Butler, a KOLD anchor ...

by: radaronline

Luigi Mangione Indicted for First-Degree Murder and 'Act of Terrorism' Over Fatal Shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

Luigi Mangione has been indicted for first-degree murder just weeks after the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

by: MARCA

Netflix impacts WWE for logo change in its Raw brand: What is it like now and when does it premiere?

by: NBC Chicago

Teachers are sharing the one holiday gift they do NOT want

"First of all, teachers always appreciate gifts, whether it's art from a student or a handwritten card," Natalie Parmenter tells TODAY.com. "It means a lot, because we work really hard and don't always get recognition." But according to Parmenter, educators do not want another coffee mug … ever.

by: Yahoo Finance

Bell Media and Shopsense AI Bring Curated Shoppable TV to Canadian Viewers

Bell Media has partnered with Shopsense AI to bring innovative second-screen shopping experiences to millions of Canadian viewers.

by: NewscastStudio

Media organizations rethink storage security as content value rises

The media and entertainment industry is experiencing a fundamental shift in how organizations approach content ... Read More

by: WFLA News Channel 8

Pro basketball returns to Tampa: Tryouts this weekend for the Titans

Pro basketball is making a comeback in Tampa with the return of the Tampa Bay Titans for the 2025 season. Under new ownership, the team aims to bring fresh excitement, local

by: Vanity Fair

Hollywood's DEI Programs Have Begun to D-I-E. How Hard Did the Industry Really Try?

I knew not to expect much," says a TV creator, "but it's still pretty disheartening when even the façade totally falls away."

by: ITV

LIVERPOOL SET COMEDY G'WED WILL RETURN FOR SERIES TWO AND THREE ON ITVX

Reece (Dylan Thomas-Smith), Christopher (Jake Kenny-Byrne), Connor (Max Ainsworth), Ted (Dominic Murphy), Mo (Zak Douglas), Aimee (Amber Harrison) and Mia-Louise (Gemma Barraclough) are back to portray the lovable scousers as we explore the themes of consent, age gap relationships and the acceptable way to make money while still at school.

by: Insider Monkey

12 Best News and Digital Media Stocks To Buy

To compile our list, we consulted online sources and ETFs to select 15 top news and digital media stocks. We then chose the top 12 stocks that were the most popular among hedge funds. We sourced the hedge fund data from Insider Monkey's database. The stocks are arranged in ascending order of the number of hedge funds that hold stakes in them.

by: 11Alive

Article suggesting Steve Harvey died is from apparent AI-generated content site

The article was recirculated by a popular news app Wednesday morning, leading some to believe Harvey had passed away.

by: Seattle Times

Harry and Meghan's 'Polo': What 'unintentionally hilarious' show about world's 'stupidest' sport might say about them

Polo" was supposed to be Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's latest effort to fulfill their end of their reported $100 million deal with Netflix.

by: Hindustan Times

Chainsaw Man Chapter 188: Exact release date, time, where to watch and more

The popular Shonen manga Chainsaw Man is gearing up for its next thrilling chapter, with the official release date now confirmed through MANGA Plus. Fans are eagerly awaiting the next twist in Denji's story,

by: Tuko

Liz Jackson Shows Off Her New Mercedes Benz Days after Bashing Broke Men

Media personality Liz Jackson acquired a new Mercedes Benz. She disclosed that she was filled with so much gratitude. Her followers congratulated her.

by: CNET

New Netflix 'Moments' Feature Is Now Available on Android and iOS

First launched on iOS in October, the feature lets you share favorite unforgettable scenes on social media, or bookmark them to revisit.

by: BBC

BBC NI and Northern Ireland Screen launch new scripted initiative for companies with a base in Northern Ireland

BBC Northern Ireland and Northern Ireland Screen have launched the new collaboration Green Lit. Green Lit will support emerging writing, production, directing and acting talent from Northern Ireland through the production of three new standalone scripted drama or comedy-drama films.

by: Couriermail

ABC's secret masterplan revealed as staff speak from inside the national broadcaster

A masterplan to reinvent the ABC has been tossed out the window and abandoned as turmoil bubbles inside the national broadcaster amid a string of high-profile departures and decisions that one on-air host has compared to a "midlife crisis".

by: Variety

How D.C. Regulators Made 2024 the Year That Big Hollywood Deals Didn't Happen

Dealmakers were behind some of the biggest headlines in showbiz, but hostility from D.C. regulators made 2024 a slow year for M&A

by: Mumbrella

The 2024 roundup: These were the standout media pitches of the year

Frustrations over the state of pitching have grown over the past year, with many arguing the process has significantly worsened.Defined as the competitive process through which advertising agencies and consultancies win new business,

by: Sports Illustrated

Atlanta Braves Announce New TV Deal with Gray Media

Select Atlanta Braves games will be available outside to fans across the southeast region without needing FanDuel Sports Network

by: manilatimes

Winvest Group Limited Stock Leaves the Pink And Makes the Leap to OTCQB

Winvest Group Limited (OTCQB: WNLV) ("Winvest"), an investment holding company with diverse media, entertainment, and technology portfolios, is thrilled to announce that its stock - currently traded on the OTC Markets under the ticker WNLV - was upgraded from "Pink Sheets" status to OTCQB,

by: Rolling Out

Summer Walker and Sexyy Red spark fierce debate over modern love

Apple Music's new show *Over It Radio* sparked conversation as host Summer Walker and guest Sexyy Red discussed infidelity.

by: Variety

OWN Sets Premiere Date for 'Ready to Love' Season 10 (EXCLUSIVE)

Reality dating series " Ready to Love " will return for its Season 10 season, the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) announced on Wednesday. Hosted by comedian and actor Thomas "Nephew Tommy" Miles, the series will gather a new cast of 20 singles in Philadelphia as they couple up and compete in challenges on their journey to find love.

by: BBC

Strictly Come Dancing Christmas 2024 celebrities reveal why they signed up and share their surprising festive traditions

The Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special is back! As the Ballroom is once again transformed into a magical winter wonderland. Expect festive cheer, jingle bells, mistletoe madness, bedazzling baubles and six celebrities all sleighing their way to Elstree in a bid to be crowned the Strictly Christmas Champion 2024.

by: Seattle Times

KIRO radio hosts Dave Ross and Colleen O'Brien stepping down

From his first assignment in the late '70s covering anadromous fish in the Pacific Northwest, Ross went on to cover major world events for KIRO Newsradio, including the fall of the Berlin Wall, political transformation in then-Czechoslovakia, the fall of the Soviet Union, and the second intifada.

by: CNET

14 Unmissable Movies to Stream on Netflix Right Now

Here are 14 of the best movies you can watch on Netflix right now, including some fun holiday favorites for the season. If you'd rather go with a series, check out our picks for the best TV shows to watch on Netflix.

by: Tuko

Venessa Mdee Claims Music Industry Is Full of Satanic Rituals: "Watu Wanatumia Miungu Sana"

Former Bongo Flava star Vanessa Mdee has revealed the satanic rituals and questionable practices she encountered in the music industry, which led her to leave.

by: Yahoo

Cardi B Demands Offset Signs Divorce Papers Amid Heated Social Media Exchange: 'You Sound Like a Dummy'

The Grammy-winning rapper didn't take kindly to Offset's suggestions and Cardi hopped on X Spaces, claiming she gave Set "spite time" and "attention for one day" but it didn't mean anything as far as a possible future together.

by: Yahoo

Blake Lively And Ryan Reynolds Face Backlash Over Claim They 'Grew Up Very Working Class'

Hollywood power couple Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds have found themselves at the center of a heated social media debate.

by: Yahoo

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Don't Think That Their 'Separate Lives' Are a 'Big Deal'

It's a part of my life that I never thought I was going to live," Harry, 40, confessed at a NYC media summit on December 4. "I feel as though it's the life that my mom [the late Princess Diana] wanted for me. To be able to do the things I'm able ...

by: Yahoo

Why Fans Think Home Alone 3: Kevin's Revenge Sequel Is Real

A seemingly new poster for Home Alone 3 has generated excitement among fans, sparking rumors about the return of Macaulay Culkin's iconic character Kevin. Titled Home Alone 3: Kevin's Revenge, the poster has been the subject of discussion among fans on social media.

by: MSN

Kai Trump Pokes Fun at Grandpa and Reveals Celeb Crush

Kai Trump gave a glimpse into her life as President-elect Donald Trump's granddaughter in a new video, sharing her reaction to his election victory to what thinks of how the media portrays him. In the video published Tuesday,

by: MSN

Adam Brody Says His "Email Is Fuller Than It Was" With New Offers After 'Nobody Wants This' Success

"I've gotten a lot of interesting stuff," the star says of the past few months, following the breakout success of the Netflix rom-com.

by: Yahoo

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Review: Gotta Go Fast to the Theater

It seems like just yesterday when the internet lost their minds over Sonic's frighteningly realistic human teeth. Director Jeff Fowler made the wise decision in 2019 to redesign the speedy blue hedgehog,

by: Yahoo

Luigi Mangione is the new true crime obsession. Here are the 4 upcoming documentaries about him.

An Emmy nominee and an Oscar winner are working on separate documentaries about Luigi Mangione and the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

by: MSN

Adam Silver Breaks Silence on Declining NBA Ratings and the Leagues Future

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver offers a fresh perspective on why television ratings are down while explaining how the league plans to adapt to a changing media landscape.

by: MSN

Rhea Ripley has WWE fans wishing she would toss them around after viral post

The top wrestling star is widely beloved by the WWE Universe, so much so that some wish for her to perform maneuvers on to them.

by: MSN

Bruce Springsteen to release retrospective with 'never heard material' and more in 2025

Fans have speculated about a sequel to 1998's "Tracks" for decades. The wording of a media release suggests something "Tracks"-ish, so well see.

by: MSN

Music Industry Moves: Hugh Forrest Promoted to President of SXSW

South by Southwest Conference and Festivals has upped Co-President and Chief Programming Officer Hugh Forrest to president of the company. Forrest will continue to oversee the programming departments while taking over current Co-President and Chief Brand Officer Jann Baskett's role.

by: MSN

Italy's 'The Boy With Pink Pants' Is Biggest Local Hit of 2024,' Beating 'Wicked,' 'Gladiator 2'

Highlighting the power of local stories, Italy's box office has been taken by storm by "The Boy With Pink Pants," Margherita Ferri's intimate film telling the harrowing true tale of a 15 year old boy who took his own life after enduring bullying at school and online.

by: MSN

German magazine publisher Hubert Burda to step aside for children

German publisher Hubert Burda, whose magazines include the celebrity gossip weekly Bunte and news magazine Focus, announced on Wednesday his plans to retire and turn over leadership of the family firm to his two children.

by: MSN

Society Of Composers & Lyricists Cues Up 2025 SCL Awards Nominations

The Society of Composers & Lyricists has charted the nominees for its 2025 SCL Awards, which celebrate excellence and innovation in music for visual media. Emilia Pérez composers Clément Ducol and Camille and Challengers and ShÅ?gun composer Atticus Ross lead the field with three noms each.

by: MSN

Atlanta Braves to broadcast games free in 2025 after multi-year deal with Gray Media

The Atlanta Braves and Gray Media have agreed on a multi-year partnership starting in 2025 for Gray to simulcast 15 regular season games alongside FanDuel Sports Network, the Braves' rightsholder partner.

by: MSN

Atlanta Braves to broadcast games free on FOX Carolina and Palmetto Sports & Entertainment

The Atlanta Braves are coming back to broadcast TV in 2025! The Atlanta Braves and Gray Media have agreed on a multi-year partnership starting in 2025 for Gray to simulcast 15 regular season games. You'll be able to watch the team play on FOX Carolina 21.

by: MSN

Atlanta Braves to broadcast games free on PeachtreeTV in 2025 after multi-year deal with Gray Media

The Atlanta Braves and Gray Media have agreed on a multi-year partnership starting in 2025 for Gray to simulcast 15 regular season games alongside FanDuel Sports Network, the Braves' rightsholder partner.

by: MSN

"The Ultimatum" Season 3: Who Got Engaged and Who Split

Scotty and Aria, Dave and Vanessa, Caleb and Mariah, Micah and Chanel, Nick and Sandy, and Zaina and J.R. Warning: this story contains spoilers from The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On's season 3 finale and reunion.

A look back at 2024 with Florida's road safety boss

THE OTHER HALF — Florida's banner law of 2024 — restricting social media access for minors and requiring age verification for adult websites — is now facing a second lawsuit, this time from an adult entertainment trade group.
The article from POLITICO's Florida Playbook, published on December 18, 2024, provides a retrospective look at the year's road safety initiatives in Florida, focusing on insights from the state's road safety boss. It discusses the implementation of new safety measures, the impact of these policies on reducing traffic fatalities, and the ongoing challenges faced by the state in managing road safety. Key points include the introduction of advanced traffic management systems, increased enforcement against distracted driving, and public education campaigns aimed at promoting safer driving behaviors. The article also touches on the political aspects of road safety, with mentions of legislative support and funding for these initiatives, as well as the collaboration between state agencies and local governments to enhance road safety across Florida.

Read the Full Politico Article at:
https://www.politico.com/newsletters/florida-playbook/2024/12/18/a-look-back-at-2024-with-floridas-road-safety-boss-00195006

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