Wed, March 5, 2025

by: Reuters

Disney to cut nearly 6% staff across two units, source says

Disney is planning to reduce headcount by roughly 6% of the total workforce of ABC News Group and Disney Entertainment Networks, a person familiar with the matter said on Tuesday, as the entertainment giant grapples with declining TV audience.

by: BGR

Netflix's Toxic Town exposes a shocking true story - and has a perfect 100% critics' score

Netflix's new series Toxic Town is already one of the year's best-reviewed shows, with a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score.

by: Reuters

TKO, Saudi's Alalshikh and Sela join forces in new promotion

TKO Group Holdings, owners of mixed martial arts' UFC and wrestling's WWE, announced on Wednesday a new boxing promotion with the backing of Saudi Arabia's Turki Alalshikh and entertainment conglomerate Sela.

by: People

Octomom Natalie 'Nadya' Suleman Reveals 'I've Been Celibate for 25 Years' as She Opens Up About Asexuality (Exclusive)

The mother of 14, who gave birth to the world's first surviving octuplets, gets candid about life as an asexual woman and why she has never desired a romantic partnership.

by: Variety

Tyler Perry Studios and Pantheon Media Group Seal Unscripted Development Deal With A+E Global Media

Tyler Perry Studios and Pantheon Media Group have signed an unscripted development deal with A+E Global Media.

by: Deadline

TelevisaUnivision And DirecTV Reach Multi-Year Carriage Renewal, Expanding Distribution To New Pay-TV Packages

EXCLUSIVE: TelevisaUnivision and DirecTV have reached a multi-year carriage renewal, expanding their distribution agreement to encompass new pay-TV packages. The deal provides the roughly 11 million customers of DirecTV with networks from the Hispanic media giant,

by: LionhearTV

Chloe San Jose's cryptic comment sparks speculation amid Raquel Pempengco controversy

Gymnast Carlos Yulo's girlfriend, Chloe San Jose, has stirred curiosity online after leaving a cryptic comment on social media, seemingly taking a swipe at a certain "mother figure". On March 3, 2025,

by: Forbes

If 2025 M&A Media Market Slows, What Alternatives Might Come Next

The November election was supposed to have ushered in a brave new world of media and entertainment M&A, but so far not so much. So, what's a media CEO to do?

by: Deadline

Disney Layoffs To Impact Almost 200 Employees Across News Division And Entertainment Networks

The Walt Disney Co. is going through a round of layoffs today, impacting just under 200 employees, or almost 6% pf the workforce in the ABC News Group and the company's entertainment networks. The majority of the impacts will be at ABC News,

by: Variety

A Lifeline for Indie Venues: Can a New Tax on Arena and Stadium Concert Tickets Save the U.K.'s Grassroots Circuit?

With U.K. independent music venues closing at an alarming rate, a new steers £1 from each arena and stadium concert ticket to indies. Can it work?

by: manilatimes

Elev8 New Media Returns as a Sponsor for the 2025 Annual Roth Conference

Elev8 New Media ("Elev8"), an award-winning boutique public and media relations agency specializing in securing earned media and press coverage for its client companies, today announced its sponsorship of the 37th Annual Roth Conference,

by: Newsweek

Why This Actor Is Issuing a Public Apology to Millie Bobby Brown

Millie Bobby Brown has received a public apology from British actor Matt Lucas.

by: pinkvilla

Kagurabachi Chapter 71: Chihiro Takes Down Hirohiko; Recap, Release Date, Where To Read And More

Kagurabachi Chapter 71 will see the aftermath of Chihiro's battle after he understood the Iai White Purity Style, so don't miss it. Get the release date, recap and more here.

by: pinkvilla

Sakamoto Days Chapter 204: Sakamoto Breaks Shin And Heisuke Out Of Jail; Recap, Release Date, Where To Read And More

Sakamoto Days Chapter 204 will likely see Sakamoto, Shin, Heisuke, Atari and Hoshi continue to make their escape from the JAA Jail, so don't miss it. Get the release date, recap and more here.

by: LionhearTV

Fyang Smith: From Tiktok Star to PBB Big Winner and Emerging Mainstream Sensation

The age of social media has ushered in exceptional success stories for personalities aspiring to join the local entertainment realm, and in a time where online content creation reigns supreme, few success stories shine as brightly as that of Fyang Smith.

by: legit

Nathaniel Bassey and Hallelujah Challenge Team Go on Sumptuous Dinner Date, Video Warms Hearts

Gospel singer Nathaniel Bassey melted the hearts of fans and netizens as he took his Hallelujah Challenge team on a dinner days after the first 2025 edition.

by: Zawya

Apparel Group bolsters CSR and sustainability efforts with Dubai Holding's Gift It Forward initiative this Ramadan

This collaboration supports mindful giving by repurposing new inventory items into meaningful gifts for low-income beneficiaries

by: legit

Asake Celebrates Mother's Birthday With Old Photo and Emotional Message: "I'm Grateful Everyday"

Nigerian singer Asake recently celebrated his mother's birthday on social media. The music star's emotional post raised a series of reactions from netizens.

by: timesnownews

Shraddha Kapoor's 38th Birthday Was All About Unlimited Cakes, Chai, Pakodas, And More. Check Out

Shraddha Kapoor celebrated her 38th birthday on March 3, leaving fans in disbelief as she seems to age in reverse. She shared glimpses of her celebration filled with delicious cakes, chai, pakodas, coffee,

by: Firstpost

Yuzvendra Chahal shares cryptic post amid divorce proceedings with Dhanashree Verma: 'Karma never loses an...'

Amid divorce proceedings with Dhanashree Verma, Yuzvendra Chahal shared a fresh set of pictures of himself and captioned the post, "Karma never loses an address," along with an evil eye emoji

by: pinkvilla

LE SSERAFIM faces KBS disqualification: Multiple HOT album songs deemed unsuitable for broadcast due to lyrics

LE SSERAFIM's upcoming mini-album HOT faces setbacks as multiple songs, including Ash, are banned by KBS. Will HYBE modify the lyrics? Find out all the details!

by: Firstpost

Yuzvendra Chahal's shares cryptic post amid divorce proceedings with Dhanashree Verma: 'Karma never loses an...'

Amid divorce proceedings with Dhanashree Verma, Yuzvendra Chahal shared a fresh set of pictures of himself and captioned the post, "Karma never loses an address," along with an evil eye emoji

by: Metro

Inside Liam Payne and Kate Cassidy's two-year whirlwind relationship before his death

Two days before Liam Payne 's death his girlfriend of two years Kate Cassidy boarded a flight home after spending a fortnight with him in Argentina. Taking to social media as she left the South American country the influencer, 25 - not knowing that she would never see Payne again - explained her decision to go home back to the US.

by: Mint

No Other Land OTT release: When and where to watch the Oscar-winning documentary on Palestine

No Other Land, recognized at international film festivals, documents the violence faced by Palestinians. Other than the Oscar, the documentary has won multiple awards. Here's where you can watch it in

by: AOL

Influencer Javiera Ortiz Dead at 34 After Getting Hit by Speedboat Ahead of Wedding Day

Courtesy of Javiera Ortiz/Instagram Social media influencer Javiera Ortiz died on February 21 after being involved in a speedboat accident on the coast of Chile. According to local news outlet 24 Horas,

by: Newsweek

'Traitors' Star Apologizes for Comments About Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce

Traitors' star Wes Bergmann has issued a public apology after comments that he made about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.

by: AOL

'FBI International' and 'FBI: Most Wanted' Stars React After CBS Cancels Both Shows

Most Wanted are "sad" just like Us — and the FBI fanbase — after the spinoff was axed by CBS alongside FBI: Most Wanted on Tuesday, March 4. "Of course I'm sad the show must come to an end, but I want

by: legit

Mohbad's Wife Cries Out, Exposes Pictures of Man Threatening to Harm Her and 2 Year Old Son

Mohbad's wife Wumi shared the pictures of her father-in-law's attorney who is allegedly after her life and that of her son. The widow cried out to the public.

by: briefly

Manaka Ranaka's Daughter Katlego's Final Hospital Photo Before Her Death Shared on Social Media

The Ranakas have shared Katlego Ranaka's final hospital picture on her Instagram page. The radio personality passed away in January due to natural causes.

by: Tuko

20 richest comedians in the world as of 2025: Who ranks top?

Who are the richest comedians in the world? Who ranks the top? Discover interesting details about the comedian's sources of income and net worth here.

by: Zawya

Seven Media and Joe Lewis Company announce strategic partnership to elevate brand experiences in the UAE and KSA

Leveraging global event expertise with regional communications insight, the agreement will offer a seamless, end-to-end solution for brands looking to create unforgettable experiences

by: Tuko

Tanzanian Singer Phina Bashed for Teaming Up with Willy Paul after His Feud with Their Artistes

Phina faced backlash for collaborating with Willy Paul after his 2024 feud with Tanzanian artistes, including Diamond Platnumz and Rayvanny, at Furaha City Festival.

by: onmanorama

Have Tamannaah Bhatia and Vijay Varma split? This is what latest reports suggest

Star couple Tamannaah Bhatia and Vijay Varma who made their relationship public last year have reportedly parted ways, though they remain friends. A.tamannah bhatia split, tamannah bhatia vijay varma split,

by: Mint

Inflated 'Kim Kardashian' takes over New York's Times Square in SKIMS swim set; social media reacts, 'Ok for children?'

SKIMS unveiled its new swimwear collection in Times Square featuring a large balloon of Kim Kardashian. The line includes versatile swimsuits and accessories available in five colours.

by: Yen

Regina Daniels Gets A $30k Rolex, Flaunts The Watch Amid Rumours About Her And Ned Nwoko

Ned Nwoko's wife Regina Daniels has showcased a new luxury Rolex watch worth $30k amid marital rumours. The video has sparked mixed reactions from fans.

by: MSN

Drake Drops iHeartMedia Lawsuit And Accepts Settlement After Learning They Weren't in 'Wrong'; Here's What Happened

Toronto rapper Drake has officially withdrawn his petition against iHeartMedia after reaching a settlement with the media company. The move comes after iHeartMedia provided documents showing they had no involvement in an alleged pay-to-play scheme linked to Kendrick Lamar's song Not Like Us.

by: Reuters

Star Entertainment nears collapse as cash to last until end of week, ABC reports

Australia's Star Entertainment could fall into administration as early as Wednesday and has hardly enough cash to last until the end of the week, the Australian Broadcasting Corporation reported.

by: MSN

Karla Sofia Gascon congratulates winners, expresses gratitude to Academy

Actress Karla Sofia Gascon took to social media on Monday to express her gratitude to the Academy and congratulate the 2025 Oscar winners. Gascon, who made history as the first openly transgender woman to be nominated for Best Actress,

by: Tuko

Nadia Mukami and Arrow Bwoy Set to Tie the Knot, Details Leak

Nadia Mukami said that she and her partner Arrow Bwoy were set to tie the knot. The mother of one said that they had already invited their friends and family.

by: MSN

WAVES India: A Bird's Eye View Challenge showcases India's beauty through aerial cinematography

Tue, March 4, 2025

by: Reuters

Disney to cut nearly 6% staff across units, WSJ reports

Disney is planning to cut about 200 position or 6% of staff at ABC News Group and Disney Entertainment Networks unit, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing unnamed sources.

by: Variety

Disney's Dana Walden on New Ways to Reach Kids, Streaming Growth, International Expansion and What's Next for 'Shogun'

Disney is looking at new ways to engage young fans, Dana Walden told the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference on Tuesday. Walden, the co-chairman of Disney Entertainment at the Walt Disney Co.

by: TechRadar

PSG vs Liverpool live stream: How to watch the Champions League game online

Here's where to watch PSG vs Liverpool live streams online from anywhere.

by: MSN

Gypsy Rose Tells Menendez Bros to Enjoy Freedom Before Hollywood If They Get Out

Gypsy Rose Blanchard says the Menendez Brothers should pump the brakes before going full Hollywood if they are released from prison ... advising them to enjoy their freedom first.

by: Yahoo

After viral 'drunk' national anthem, Ingrid Andress returns to sing 'Star-Spangled Banner'

Ingrid Andress, whose panned performance of the national anthem at the MLB Home Run Derby went viral last year, has returned to sing the song again.

by: MSN

'Outlander' Star Sam Heughan Teases Series Finale: 'You're Gonna Love It'

Outlander's eighth and final season may not air for some time on Starz, but leading man Sam Heughan shared an emotional update on the final chapter's progress in a video message to fans on social media.

by: bleedingcool

Darkwing Duck 2 #1 Preview: The Avian Auteur's Tall Tales

Darkwing Duck 2 #1 hits stores this week, featuring the possibly exaggerated origin story of St. Canard's most theatrical vigilante, as told to his daughter Gosalyn.

by: timesnownews

R Madhavan finally addresses rumors about him chatting with young girls on social media

R Madhavan finally addresses rumors about chatting with young girls on social media. He shares that a young fan praised his acting in a message filled with heart emojis. Feeling obliged, he responded kindly.

Apparel Group bolsters CSR and sustainability efforts with Dubai Holding's Gift It Forward initiative this Ramadan

This collaboration supports mindful giving by repurposing new inventory items into meaningful gifts for low-income beneficiaries

Apparel Group has partnered with Dubai Holding's "Gift It Forward" initiative for Ramadan, focusing on enhancing its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and sustainability efforts. This collaboration aims to promote a circular economy by encouraging the donation of pre-loved items, which are then refurbished and redistributed to those in need. The initiative not only helps in reducing waste but also supports community welfare by providing essential items to underprivileged families. Apparel Group's involvement includes setting up donation points across its stores in the UAE, where customers can contribute clothes, toys, and other household items. This move aligns with the group's broader commitment to environmental sustainability and social responsibility, fostering a culture of giving and recycling within the community.

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