• Thu, March 13, 2025

by: Insider

The age of streaming inequality

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by: Glamsham

The wait is over! Alia Bhatt confirms her Cannes debut and we can't wait to see her glamorous avatar

Alia Bhatt, the Bollywood star known for her impeccable style and talent, is all set to make her debut at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival 2025. This marks yet another significant international milestone for the actress,

by: NDTV

Alia Bhatt And Ranbir Kapoor Head To Alibaug To Celebrate Actress's 32nd Birthday

Bollywood star Alia Bhatt is all set to ring in her 32nd birthday in Alibaug amidst her close friends and family on March 15. The actress has left for Alibaug, where she will be celebrating Holi on Friday and then her birthday on Saturday, said a source close to IANS.

by: PennLive

Are Joy Behar and Whoopi Goldberg being fired by 'The View'? Behar breaks her silence

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by: LondonWorld

Creative hubs boost housing demand in London

Research reveals that the UK's media and entertainment sector could be worth £53 billion to the UK economy in 2033 . In 2024, the UK Government confirmed that the creative industries including film, TV and video,

by: Firstpost

Was 'Queen of Tears' actor Kim Soo-hyun dating Kim Sae-ron, who died by suicide?

South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun, known for his performance in popular Kdramas like 'It's Okay to Not Be Okay' and 'Queen of Tears' is now at the centre of a dating controversy. Allegations have surfaced claiming he was secretly in a six-year-long relationship with the late actress,

by: Adweek

Investing in Our AI-Powered Future With Jeffrey Katzenberg an Justin Wexler of WndrCo

A legend in entertainment and media, Jeffrey Katzenberg has shaped some of the most influential brands in film and television, from revitalizing Disney Animation to co-founding Dr

by: MassLive

Sleep Token 'Even In Arcadia' 2025 Tour: Where to buy tickets

Sleep Token has announced its 2025 tour, which includes a stop in Worcester, MA. Here is everything you need to know about buying tickets.

by: IOL

Fame's price: the mental health crisis behind South African celebrity losses

The tragic loss of figures like Riky Rick, Patrick Shai, Shoki Mokgapa, and HHP has exposed the growing mental health crisis in the industry and in broader society. More recently, the death of Ebenhaezer Dibakwane has sparked an urgent revisit to the conversation.

by: MLive

Feel the luck this St. Patrick's Day at these events in Washtenaw County

St. Patrick's Day falls on Monday, March 17, but there are plenty of celebrations happening this weekend around Washtenaw County.

by: Billboard

Doechii, Durand Bernarr, Maren Morris & More Set to Attend the 2025 GLAAD Media Awards

LGBTQ+ non-profit organization GLAAD announced the list of attendees, including presenters and performers, for the 2025 GLAAD Media Awards. The event - which is set to take place on Thursday, March 27,

by: Newsweek

Patrick and Brittany Mahomes Celebrate Major Relationship Milestone

The lovebirds, who met in high school, tied the knot in Maui on March 12, 2022, with daughter Sterling, now 4, serving as their flower girl. Since then, they've expanded their family, welcoming son Bronze, 2, and daughter Golden, born in January.

by: People

Judge Rules on Blake Lively's Protective Order Request in Justin Baldoni Case, Notes Risk of 'Gossip' on Both Sides

Reps for both Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reacted to the judge's decision and shared their plans moving forward in discovery

by: SlashGear

10 Bluetooth Gadgets That Are Actually Worth Buying

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by: Variety

Sean Penn-Produced Political Thriller 'Words of War' Sells Globally, Including to Signature for U.K. (EXCLUSIVE)

Words of War," the upcoming political thriller based on the life of murdered Russian journalist Anna Politkovskaya and a film that boasts Senn Penn among its exec producers, has been acquired for a number of international territories.

by: HuffPost

Trump Shows Off 'Real' Laugh In Resurfaced Clip, And The Internet Can't Believe It

Good news, I've found a Celebrity Apprentice clip that has haunted me for 13 years," Toronto-based writer Will Sloan wrote alongside the clip, which has already amassed 700

by: CNN

Judge in 'It Ends With Us' case grants Blake Lively further protections to limit sensitive information from being made public

The judge overseeing Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's legal battle granted much of Lively's request for an expanded protective order that aims to prevent some information, such as medical records and trade secrets related to future business projects,

by: Time

Breaking Down Netflix's Crime Drama Adolescence

The gripping four-part series begins with a 13-year-old boy being arrested for murdering his female classmate.

by: Enstarz

TikToker Accuses Blake Lively of Cyberbullying After Run-in at Joanna Gaines' Hotel

A TikToker has accused actress Blake Lively and her team of harassment and cyberbullying following an encounter at a boutique hotel owned by Joanna Gaines.

by: Reuters

Exclusive: Major US toymaker speeds up plan to move manufacturing out of China

A major supplier of toys to Walmart and Target is accelerating its shift out of China as it reshapes production amid President Donald Trump's intensifying trade war with the country.

by: sportscasting

Lions' Terrion Arnold Shares Massive Bill For Rookie Dinner

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by: GoldDerby

'Black Mirror' releases buzzy S7 trailer, 'Babygirl' sets Max streaming release, 'Dexter: Resurrection' adds to cast (again), and more of today's top stories

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by: Bizcommunity

MSC Musica: A journey of relaxation and adventure on the open seas

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by: Yahoo

Justin Bieber Shares Cryptic Message About Feeling Like a "Fraud" and Being "Unworthy"

In a cryptic new social media post, Justin Bieber shares a vulnerable message where he confesses to feeling like "a fraud" and "unworthy."

by: AsiaOne

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by: Moneycontrol

Dhanashree Verma says 'Main bahut emotional feel kar rahi hu abhi' at film screening amidst divorce rumours with Yuzvendra Chahal

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by: CNN

Ayo Edebiri says she got death threats because of Elon Musk

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by: Variety

Yes Network and Sportico to Launch New Monthly Program 'Sportico Sports Business'

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by: Yahoo

Clean Up Your Messy Cables With These 9 Simple Tips

Organizing a tangle of cords is easier and less expensive than you might think. We show you how to tidy up your work and living spaces using household items you likely already have.

by: People

Meghan Markle Announces New Podcast, and the Title Promises She'll Spill Bold 'Confessions'

There are tons of twists and turns," the Duchess of Sussex told PEOPLE of her entrepreneurial journey Meghan Markle is adding a podcast to her growing portfolio of ventures. Fresh off the debut of her Netflix series With Love,

by: Newsweek

Video of 'Disturbing' McDonald's Play Area Goes Viral

A viral video of a McDonald's PlayPlace sparked nostalgia and disappointment, showing an almost empty play area at the restaurant.

by: NDTV

Alia Bhatt And Ranbir Kapoor Head To Alibaug To Celebrate Her 32nd Birthday

Bollywood star Alia Bhatt is all set to ring in her 32nd birthday in Alibaug amidst her close friends and family on March 15. The actress has left for Alibaug, where she will be celebrating Holi on Friday and then her birthday on Saturday, said a source close to IANS.

by: PennLive

Ex-ESPN analyst, football star shares heartbreaking health news about wife

"I do not share much of my personal life on social media but today is gonna be different," he wrote on X. "If you are the praying type please lift up my wife Lindsey. She has brain cancer and surgery is Wednesday at Duke. So thankful to serve a loving God that meets us in our struggles."

by: Firstpost

Amid divorce proceedings with Yuzvendra Chahal, Dhanashree Verma makes rare appearance: 'I am feeling very...' WATCH

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by: Moneycontrol

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by: NDTV

Explained: The Kim Soo-Hyun And Kim Sae-Ron Controversy, With "Dating A Minor" Allegations. It's Complicated

Kim Sae-Ron died by suicide at her residence in Seoul on February 16, coinciding with ex-boyfriend Kim Soo-Hyun's birthday.

by: Yahoo

As a comic fan I've always wanted to know what makes Marvel and DC Comic's Stanley 'Artgerm' Lau's art style work - now I know

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by: Yahoo

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Chinese blockbuster Ne Zha 2 recently became the first non-Hollywood movie to cross $2B worldwide, and in so doing joins an exclusive group of only six other titles to click past the threshold globally.
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by: NDTV

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After Kim Sae Ron's Tragic Death, Calls for YouTube Regulation Approach Critical Threshold

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by: Reuters

LIV Golf announces broadcast partnership for much of world

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SA Cringes at Old Video of Gogo Maweni and Husband Sabelo Mgube: "He's Forcing Love for Survival"

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The age of streaming inequality

Streaming apps like Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube are adding more tiers, pushing people to upgrade, and increasingly focusing on rich customers.
The article from Business Insider discusses the increasing costs and perceived inequalities in the streaming industry, focusing on services like Spotify and Netflix. It highlights how these platforms, while offering vast libraries of content, are becoming more expensive for consumers. The piece points out the disparity in earnings between artists and streaming services, exemplified by Taylor Swift's negotiations with Spotify for better royalty rates. It also touches on how the bundling of services and the introduction of ad-supported tiers are strategies to manage costs, but they often lead to consumer frustration due to rising subscription fees and the complexity of managing multiple subscriptions. The article suggests that as streaming services continue to raise prices, consumers might start to reconsider the value they receive, potentially leading to a shift in how content is consumed and paid for in the future.

Read the Full Insider Article at:
https://www.businessinsider.com/streaming-tv-movies-music-expensive-unequal-spotify-netflix-taylor-swift-2025-3

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