• Thu, December 19, 2024

by: BBC

Strictly Come Dancing's ballroom and behind the scenes stars reveal how the show keeps it sparkle and celebrate 20 Fabulous Years of dance magic

Strictly Come Dancing: 20 Fabulous Years is a sparkling celebration of two decades of Strictly Come Dancing, the iconic dance competition that has captured the hearts of millions since its debut in 2004.

by: vg247

Sony becomes the "largest shareholder" in FromSoftware owner Kadokawa, as the two put an Elden Ring on a "strategic capital and business alliance"

Sony has become the "largest shareholder" in FromSoftware owner Kadokawa, as the two have agreed a "strategic capital and business alliance"

by: Castanet

In Montreal, one man is fighting to stop DVDs from going the way of the dodo

The Luddites were a 19th-century group of British textile workers who destroyed the mechanized looms and knitting frames they saw as a threat to their livelihoods.

by: Deadline.com

Asylum Entertainment Rebrands As Pantheon Media With Jen O'Connell Named As CEO

Asylum Entertainment Group is rebranding and has a new CEO. The company is rebranding to Pantheon Media Group and former HBO Max unscripted boss Jennifer O'Connell has been named CEO. O'Connell launched Velvet Hammer Media last year with Rebecca Quinn ...

by: Tuko

TikToker Wambui Kidkora Goes Viral with Her Fierce Criticism of Alma Mutheu: "Mfunike Uchi Wake"

A TikToker Wambui Kidkora went viral after criticising Alma Mutheu for exposing her lover's weaknesses. Wambui opined that they should have been discusses privately.

by: Oneindia

Aishwarya Rai And Abhishek Bachchan Walk Hand-in-Hand To Aaradhya's School Day Function Amid Divorce Rumors

Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan were seen walking hand-in-hand accompanied by her father-in-law, Amitabh Bachchan at Aaradhya's school day event at Mumbai's Dhirubhai Ambani International School,

by: Polygon

Sony to become largest shareholder in FromSoftware parent company Kadokawa

On Jan. 7, 2025, Sony will become Kadokawa's largest stockholder by purchasing 12,054,100 new Kadokawa shares for 50 billion yen (around $320 million). This purchase, combined with a previous round of share acquisition in February 2021, will bring Sony's total holding in Kadokawa to 10% of the company.

by: Hindustan Times

Cardi B asks Offset to sign divorce papers after heated social media exchange

by: Yen.com.gh

Confusion Erupts As Video Of Sick Dr UN Happily Sharing Huge Plans For 2025 Surfaces

Ghanaian man, Kwame Owusu Fordjour popularly known as Dr uN who is belived to be recovering from a critical health condition has shared hisplans for 2025

by: Variety

Evan Spiegel and will.i.am Join Variety Entertainment Summit at CES

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by: The New York Times

Wizards, Capitals commit to D.C. as Capital One Arena gets approved for $515 million renovation

Internal and external renovations for the Capital One Center are expected to be completed before the 2027-28 NBA and NHL seasons.

by: SignalSCV

Are You Facing YouTube Video Not Playing? Fix Now!

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by: Oregonian

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by: Townhall

My God, There Is Light

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by: Dexerto

Sony becomes biggest shareholder of FromSoftware owner in massive deal

Sony has become the biggest shareholder of FromSoftware owner Kadokawa, forming a "strategic capital and business alliance".

by: Yahoo

Old-School Decor Clues That Say 'This Home Needs a Makeover'

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by: WHO Magazine

The Block's Dan and Dani Reilly announce devastating passing of their daughter Billie

by: The Australian Financial Review

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Nia Long's New SKIMS Campaign Sends Social Media into a Frenzy

Social media erupted with praise and reactions to Nia Long's stunning debut in Skims' 2024 shapewear campaign.

by: Yahoo

Ethan Slater's Ex Lilly Jay Shares Update on Coparenting After Split

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by: Variety

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by: Tuko

NTV Presenter Takes HIV Test On Instagram Live to Dispel Rumours: "Are You Happy?"

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by: Yahoo

Asylum Entertainment Rebrands As Pantheon Media With Jennifer O'Connell Named As CEO

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Benzino Claps Back At 50 Cent While Addressing Domestic Abuse Rumors

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by: Yahoo

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by: Yahoo

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Sony now owns a much bigger piece of FromSoftware's parent company

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by: MSN

For travellers and workers 'Music for Airports' is now a thing of the past

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by: MSN

For airports, background music no longer is an afterthought

Background music is no longer an afterthought at many airports, which are hiring local musicians and carefully curating playlists to help lighten travelers' moods. London's Heathrow Airport built a stage to showcase emerging British performers for the first time this summer.
  • Mon, December 23, 2024

by: Indiatimes

CV Anand apologizes for his controversial remarks on media over Allu Arjun stampede controversy

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by: Yahoo

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  • Tue, December 24, 2024

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Stingray Acquires Loupe Art to Enhance Connected TV and Digital Signage Offerings

Loupe Art's platform includes over 10,000 original artworks from more than 750 artists across 50 countries. It offers expertly curated art collections and themed episodes that combine visual art with music,

by: Forbes

Vivendi Completes Spin-Off Of Canal+, Havas And Louis Hachette

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by: AOL

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by: AOL

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by: AOL

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by: AOL

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by: Tuko

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by: Yahoo

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by: Yahoo

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by: MSN

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For airports, background music no longer is an afterthought

Background music is no longer an afterthought at many airports, which are hiring local musicians and carefully curating playlists to help lighten travelers' moods. London's Heathrow Airport built a stage to showcase emerging British performers for the first time this summer.
The article from MSN discusses the evolving role of background music in public spaces, particularly in airports, where it has transitioned from being an overlooked element to a carefully curated aspect of the traveler's experience. Airports are now employing sophisticated sound design to enhance the ambiance, reduce stress, and even influence passenger behavior. Music curators and sound designers are using a mix of genres, from classical to ambient electronic, tailored to different times of the day and specific areas within the airport to create a more pleasant and calming environment. This shift acknowledges the psychological impact of music, aiming to improve the overall mood, manage the flow of passengers, and provide a sense of place or escape. The article highlights how this attention to auditory detail reflects broader trends in soundscaping, where background music is no longer just background noise but an integral part of the experience design.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/music/for-airports-background-music-no-longer-is-an-afterthought/ar-AA1w9SM9