• Wed, January 15, 2025

by: Metro

Netflix viewers counting down the days for 'sinister' drama based on true story

Netflix viewers are eagerly awaiting the release of a drama series based on the shocking true story of a wellness influencer who lied about having cancer. The six-part series Apple Cider Vinegar will hit screens next month and has been described as a 'true-ish story based on a lie'.

by: Yahoo

Eagles fan at center of viral incident during Packers game banned from stadium: source

The Philadelphia Eagles are investigating after video surfaced on social media of a fan's foul-mouthed rant aimed at a Green Bay Packers fan on Sunday. A source says the fan has since been banned from attending future events at Lincoln Financial Field.

by: Forbes

'Severance' Pop-Up Sends The Internet Into A Meltdown

The Ben Stiller directed television show 'Severance' had an event in New York—and the internet got very, very excited about it.

by: ABC

Supreme Court hears porn sites' bid to strike down online age-verification laws

The Supreme Court will decide whether laws requiring adult entertainment websites to conduct electronic age verification violate the First Amendment.

by: BBC

Gladiators Series 2 - Meet the new additions to the Gladiators Class of 2025

Series two promises to be back tougher and more powerful than ever and will not only see the long-awaited return of the legendary Atlaspheres and introduction to brand-new event, Unleash, but two brand new Gladiators will be entering the arena during the series and are ready to put up a fight.

by: Newsweek

'90 Day Fiance' Season 11 Trailer Features a Marriage With One Major Twist

The popular TLC series released the season 11 trailer on Monday, January 13, featuring a major bombshell surprise.

by: AOL

Sheinelle Jones' Family Guide: Meet the 'Today' Host's Husband, Kids, Siblings and More

Courtesy of Sheinelle Jones/Instagram Sheinelle Jones has a big family both on and off the Today show. Born in 1978 to parents Sheila Kinnard and Judge C. Darnell Jones, who are divorced, Sheinelle is one of five siblings,

by: briefly

NPA Releases More Info on Musa Khawula's Arrest, SA Reacts: "This is Why We Longer Take NPA Serious"

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) recently released a statement detailing more information regarding the arrest of the controversial Musa Khawula.

by: onmanorama

Kareena Kapoor Khan's team issues statement following attack on Saif Ali Khan

As per reports, Saif bravely confronted the intruder without a weapon to protect his family..Saif ali khan, kareena kapoor, saif ali khan stabbing, saif ali khan stabbing case, saif ali khan hospitalised,

by: Tuko

Bien Baraza thrills fans with electrifying performance at CHAN 2024 draw event

Sauti Sol's Bien Aimé Baraza delivered a captivating performance at the CHAN final draw at KICC, showing support for Harambee Stars in the tournament.

by: MSN

ITV Grantchester fans 'in tears' over Tom Brittney's 'heartbreaking' exit: 'Crying my eyes out'

Grantchester continued on Wednesday, with the beloved ITV drama airing some emotional scenes as Will Davenport (Tom Brittney) told Geordie Keating (Robson Green) he would be leaving the village. Fans have been preparing for the Reverend's exit,

by: Tuko

Rachel Otuoma's Best Maid Shares Emotional Clip of Her Walking on Red Carpet at Hubby's Burial

Rachel Otuoma's best maid Nelly recalled the day she walked her down the aisle and seeing her walking towards her late hubby's casket and asked God to guide her.

by: MSN

When Anne received a message from 'Brad Pitt', she could never have predicted what happened next.

"It's a woman like you that my son needs."If only Anne knew that this message would lead to her losing €800,000 (about $1.3million AUD), she no doubt would have deleted it. Instead, she responded. The French woman had joined Instagram in February 2023 to share pictures from a skiing holiday in the French Alps.

by: Forbes

Creator Economy M&A Forecast To Surge In Second Growth Cycle

After a turbulent period of irrational exuberance followed by skepticism, creator economy M&A activity is forecast to accelerate significantly in 2025.

by: ABC

'Time to bring the country together': Village People defend decision to perform during Trump inaugural events

Village People, the American disco group whose hits like "Y.M.C.A" have been staples at Trump rallies, defended their decision to perform during Trump's inauguration.

by: Newsweek

Ben Affleck Confronts Police Outside His $20 Million Home Amid LA Wildfires

The Oscar-winning actor was spotted speaking with police from his car outside his home in Brentwood, California, amid the LA wildfires.

by: Tuko

Man Dumps Lady Asking for Help Paying Rent After Refusing to Cook for Him Chapatis

A Kenyan man on Reddit asked netizens whether he made the right decision by refusing to pay rent for a woman who turned down his request to prepare chapati.

by: MSN

2mbili's lover, Jackie Ogaga confidently says she wouldn't leave him if he cheats: "Niende wapi?"

Jackie Ogaga, girlfriend of comedian 2Mbili, addressed questions about her relationship during a Q&A, declaring she wouldn't leave even if he cheats.

by: MSN

Fun moment as ladies visit their friend who gave birth, vibrantly dance in hospital

Netizens were tickled by a group of ladies who visited their friend in hospital after she gave birth. They energetically danced and had fun to cheer her up.

by: Tuko

Annita Raey Warns Parents Against Drinking Alcohol at Home, Narrates Battling Addiction

Former Radio Jambo host Anita Raey revealed her battle with alcohol addiction and urged parents to shield children from exposure to drinking habits.

by: MSN

Corey Graves Deletes His Tweets About Move To NXT

Corey Graves took to social media this past week and expressed dissatisfaction with his move to NXT's announcing team, but he has now deleted the posts. After teasing that he had something to say on NXT's broadcast,

by: MSN

NBCUniversal Content Distribution Chairman Matt Bond Announces Retirement Ahead Of Media Group Revamp

NBCUniversal distribution chief Matt Bond has announced his retirement, citing the pending revamp of the NBCU Media Group led by Matt Strauss. That reorg, which has not been finalized, also played a role in the exit earlier this month of former Peacock boss Kelly Campbell.

by: MSN

TikTok is set to be banned in the US this weekend. Here's what that actually means

With TikTok due to be blocked in the United States this weekend, we speak to an expert to help us unpack the likely ramifications.

by: MSN

Drake sues Universal over Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us'

The rapper Drake has sued Universal Music Group for defamation, alleging the music empire of promoting a diss track against him last spring.

by: MSN

Leonardo Di Caprio pledges one million dollars after 'devastating' LA fires

The donation from Di Caprio will also benefit the California Community Foundation's wildlife recovery fund, which also saw a substantial pledge from Desperate Housewives star Ev

by: MSN

Ohio State kicks TikTok star off team ahead of national championship game

Social media star and Ohio State walk-on Caden Davis was dismissed by the Buckeyes, according to a report from the university newspaper The Lantern. Davis, a defensive lineman who amassed hundreds of thousands of followers across TikTok,

by: MSN

'Bigg Boss 18': Media Grills Avinash Mishra And Eisha Singh's Gameplay & Strategies

With only 7 contestants left in the show, Bigg Boss 18 is all set for its finale week. Every season, the Bigg Boss house faces the fury of the media as the season inches towards its conclusion. From accusations of backstabbing to demands for clarity on hidden agendas,

by: MSN

Yorkshire city's heartache after death of TikTok star 'exploited for likes'

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by: MSN

Here's what South Africans said about DBN Gogo's performance

Music producer and DJ DBN Gogo recently received a cold feedback when she performed in Mexico. South Africans took to social media to empathise with her.

by: MSN

Reflecting on Thanos: Ex-Big Bang member faces 'shameful past' with 'Squid Game' character

Actor Choi Seung-hyun says he saw himself in his "Squid Game" character of Thanos — "a failed rapper" and "pathetic loser." And that is why he chose the role.

by: MSN

NBCUniversal Content Distribution Chief Matt Bond Set to Retire

Matt Bond, head of content distribution for NBCUniversal, is stepping down from his post after more than 20 years at NBCU and Comcast. "In the spirit of leaving on a high note, I have decided that it is the right time professionally and personally for me to retire,

by: MSN

Squid Game Season 3 Theories So Good They Might Be True

Now that "Squid Game" Season 2 is in the books, there's lots of speculation about what might happen in Season 3. And some of it sounds pretty awesome.

by: MSN

Priyanka Chopra's 'Heart Is Heavy' As She Extends Support For LA Wildfire Victims: Many Have Lost So Much...

Priyanka Chopra, the actress who resides in Los Angeles with her husband Nick Jonas and daughter Maltie Marie, took to social media to express her anguish and extend her support to those affected.

by: MSN

Zach Bryan Enlists Matthew McConaughey to Announce 'Motorbreath' Film and 'One Final Major Label Album'

Zach Bryan is teasing an upcoming film and "one final major label album," according to a voice note from actor Matthew McConaughey that he posted on social media earlier this morning. In a clip posted to Instagram,

by: MSN

Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster spark romance buzz

Colorful tabloids have long speculated about an alleged romance between Hugh Jackman and Broadway star Sutton Foster. The couple has not confirmed the media rumors, but paparazzi have documented their steamy kisses in a parking lot.

by: MSN

Andrew Cohen, Keith McCalmont Win Harness Writers Media Awards

A ndrew Cohen and Keith McCalmont were named winners of the 2024 John Hervey Awards for excellence in harness racing journalism while Clive Cohen and Walter Wlodarczyk were named

by: MSN

'We are not doing political films': Why award-winning documentaries are being frozen out

The story of the first successful Amazon facility union and a film about Palestinian resistance in the West Bank are among the award-winning documentaries from last year that you can't find on a major streaming platform.

by: MSN

Payal Kapadia's Oscar Contender 'All We Imagine as Light' Drives Young Audiences to Theaters Across India

Payal Kapadia's "All We Imagine as Light" has struck a chord with young Indian audiences, exploring themes of urban displacement and chosen family that resonate deeply with a generation navigating life in metropolitan cities.

by: MSN

Washington Post staffers urge owner Jeff Bezos to meet in scathing letter: 'We are deeply alarmed'

Hundreds of Washington Post staffers sent a letter to owner Jeff Bezos on Wednesday expressing grave concern at recent leadership decisions and the ensuing exodus of high-profile colleagues, asking for a meeting with the billionaire so the newspaper could retain its "competitive edge.

by: MSN

'Isn't her tour over?' Fans laugh as Shanghai officials hint at a Taylor Swift concert in China this year

Taylor Swift had the internet by storm with her Eras Tour that started in 2023 and won millions of hearts. The buzz around Eras was undeniable, and now that another buzz surfaced on social media after Shanghai officials hinted at a Taylor Swift concert in China this year,

by: MSN

Learn more about Plex's media server features and abilities

Viewers might simply think of Plex as just another free streaming service, but that's just a small fraction of its capabilities. How familiar are you with Plex? You can be forgiven if you're not terribly familiar with the service beyond its free streaming capabilities.

by: MSN

Gervonta Davis, Terence Crawford Get In A Verbal Brawl About Their Bank Accounts

Gervonta "Tank" Davis and Terence "Bud" Crawford got into an all-out verbal brawl on social media, as the boxing champions traded jabs regarding their respective bank accounts and resumes. The drama between Davis and Crawford began when Crawford seemingly reacted to Davis expressing his ire over not receiving an invitation to The Ring Awards,

by: MSN

10 Best Modern Day Scream Queens

The history of horror is quite rich and as much as final girls are always worth discussing, scream queens have their place in the genre as well. The post 10 Best Modern Day Scream Queens appeared first on But Why Tho?

by: MSN

Orville Peck to Make Broadway Debut in 'Cabaret,' Replacing Adam Lambert as Emcee

Orville Peck is headed to the Kit Kat Club in New York City to make his Broadway debut as Emcee in "Cabaret." It was announced Wednesday that the county singer will replace Adam Lambert in the role, while two-time Tony nominee Eva Noblezada will play Sally Bowles,

by: MSN

Hugh Jackman blasted by fans days after confirming Sutton Foster romance

X-Men star Hugh Jackman and has been slammed over his relationship with his new girlfriend Sutton Foster after sharing a seemingly innocuous social media post. The actor, who was seen passionately kissing the actress on an outing in Los Angeles,

by: MSN

Why are users commenting 'Nice Try Diddy' under Instagram ads?

Why are users commenting 'Nice Try Diddy' under Instagram ads? - You may have seen a surge in Nice Try Diddy comments under social media advertisements in the last couple of months
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by: MSN

Christina Applegate slams 'sick' people laughing at LA wildfires and destroyed homes

Christina Applegate has hit out at the people who are laughing at the wealthy celebrities who have lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires.

by: MSN

Saif Ali Khan attacked: From fight with thieves to stabbing, here's what happened at Bollywood star's house in Mumbai?

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was hospitalized after an intruder with a knife attacked him at his Bandra residence in Mumbai. The incident happened around midnight, and Khan was injured during a scuffle with the unidentified attacker.

Creator Economy M&A Forecast To Surge In Second Growth Cycle

After a turbulent period of irrational exuberance followed by skepticism, creator economy M&A activity is forecast to accelerate significantly in 2025.
The article by Ian Shepherd on Forbes, published on January 15, 2025, discusses the anticipated surge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) within the creator economy. It highlights that after an initial growth phase, the creator economy is entering its second growth cycle, driven by increased interest from investors and established companies looking to capitalize on the expanding digital content market. The piece forecasts a significant uptick in M&A activities as platforms, tools, and services that support creators become prime targets for acquisition. This trend is fueled by the need for companies to scale quickly, enhance their technological capabilities, and capture a larger share of the market. The article also notes that this cycle is characterized by a more mature understanding of the creator economy's value, leading to strategic investments and partnerships aimed at long-term growth and sustainability.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/ianshepherd/2025/01/15/creator-economy-ma-forecast-to-surge-in-second-growth-cycle/