• Sat, April 12, 2025

by: AOL

I stopped watching movies and TV shows and only use social media for work. Now I stress less and sleep better.

I gave up social media except for work and stopped watching movies and TV shows. At least for now, I don't miss screens for entertainment.

by: IGN

We Live in a Brave New World - What Teens Want (Astrid Entertainment & Roblox) | DICE 2025 Summit

Teens today are growing up in an unprecedented reality—a world shaped by the constant presence of social media, rapid digital advancements, and increasingly complex challenges. While they're more connected than ever online,

by: AfroTech

Charles D. King Was The First Black Partner At WME And Went On To Build A Multi-Media Empire Championing Underrepresented Voices

Charles D. King has changed the entertainment landscape for the better. The Journey Born in Harlem, NY, and raised on the outskirts of Atlanta, GA, he showed early signs of being a businessman by selling supplies at school and even cutting neighbors' grass,

by: AOL

Joseph Gordon-Levitt on emailing his fans, hating the algorithm and why he still loves '500 Days of Summer'

Joseph Gordon-Levitt started a free Substack newsletter called "Joe's Journal" to keep up with fans in spite of "attention-maximizing algorithms."
  • Sun, April 13, 2025

by: AOL

Vanessa Trump Makes Subtle 1st Reference to Her and Tiger Woods' Romance on Social Media

Vanessa Trump proudly supported her new boyfriend, Tiger Woods, on social media. Woods, 49, posted an announcement via his Instagram page on Monday, April 7, sharing that his foundation is teaming up with the Augusta National Golf Club to launch a state-of-the-art STEAM education facility for local students.

by: BBC

Baller League's 'nonsense' rules bridge sport and entertainment

With its celebrity managers, high-tempo matches and slick production, Baller League could bridge the gap between sport and entertainment one player says - even if some of the new rules are "nonsense".
  • Mon, April 14, 2025

by: GeekWire

The future of media is intelligent and interactive: How AI will change how we consume content

This is a guest post written by Oren Etzioni, former CEO of the Allen Institute for AI, co-founder of Seattle startup Vercept, and founder of deepfake identifier non-profit TrueMedia.org.

by: Variety

AI, Entertainment Jobs, Tariffs Fueled Discussion at National Association of Broadcasters Show

AI, entertainment jobs, tariffs were among the subjects addressed by Hollywood at this week's National Association of Broadcasters Show.

by: AdNews

Media companies Trumpled and downgraded

This is echoed by Shai Luft, co-founder and COO at Bench Media. "Brands are pausing campaigns, retailers are reassessing stock and pricing strategies, and media budgets are being rewritten on the fly," he said. "Confidence is crumbling, not just in financial markets, but in households around the world.
  • Tue, April 15, 2025

by: People

Coachella Attendees Stunned by Festival's 'Diabolical' Food and Drink Prices: 'Miserable Money Trap'

Several Coachella attendees went viral on social media after they showed off their expensive meals — with one festivalgoer revealing that two taco dinners and lemonades cost her $102.

by: news4sanantonio

San Antonio Digital Discoveries | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

WOAI NBC News Channel 4 San Antonio provides local news, weather forecasts, traffic updates, investigations, and items of interest in the community, sports and entertainment programming for San Antonio and nearby towns and communities in South Central Texas, including Windcrest, Uvalde, Universal City, Somerset, Seguin, Schertz, San Marcos, Sabinal, Poth, Poteet, Pleasanton, Pearsall, Braunfels, Live Oak, Kerrville, Hondo, Helotes, Goliad, Fredericksburg, Floresville, Eagle Pass, Devine, Del Rio, Cuero, Crystal City, Converse, Cibolo, Castroville, Carrizo Springs, Boerne, Bandera.

by: AOL

News, Politics, Sports, Mail & Latest Headlines

Discover the latest breaking news in the U.S. and around the world — politics, weather, entertainment, lifestyle, finance, sports and much more.

by: wjla

Arlington Let's Talk | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

WJLA is the local ABC affiliate for the greater Washington DC area. From our studios in Arlington, VA ABC7 covers national and local news, sports, weather, traffic and culture and carries entertainment and sports programming. WJLA serves Alexandria, Springfield, Annandale, Tysons, Reston, Ashburn, Centreville and Manassas, Virginia and Bethesda, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, Wheaton, Beltsville, Greenbelt, Bowie, College Park, Largo, Crofton, Annapolis, Hyattsville and Takoma Park, Maryland, and all the communities in between.

by: Fortune

OpenAI can't afford to ignore Hollywood's warning

OpenAI's Hollywood misadventure is reminiscent of an earlier dispute between the media industry and Silicon Valley.

by: legit

Meta news ban intensifying Canadians' legacy media break

As Canada heads into an election this month, voters looking for campaign news on Facebook or Instagram will find material filtered through online creators and influencers -- and no links to articles from major media outlets.

by: WGME

Portland Entertainment | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

WGME CBS 13 provides news, sports, weather and local event coverage in the Portland, Maine area including Lewiston, Augusta, Brunswick, Westbrook, Biddeford, Saco, Sanford, South Portland, Kennebunk, Bangor, Freeport, Buxton, Windham, Auburn, Waterville, Scarborough, Gorham, Yarmouth, Standish, Falmouth, Poland, Rockland, Bath.

by: NME

Marvel's six-hour long cast reveal for 'Avengers: Doomsday' is confusing people

Marvel is announcing the cast of Avengers: Doomsday in unusual fashion, and it's safe to say fans have been taken by surprise.

by: ThePrint

IPRS Brings Together Global and Indian Voices for a Landmark IP Dialogue with World Intellectual Property Organization

NewsVoir Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 15: In a landmark moment for India's entertainment and creative industry, the Indian Performing Right Society Ltd. (IPRS) hosted an exclusive closed-door roundtable in Mumbai with Sylvie Forbin, Deputy Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), during her first official visit to India. The high-level gathering convened prominent […]

by: Reuters

New US Justice Dept policy cracks down on social media posts

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -President Donald Trump's administration has ordered U.S. Justice Department employees not to post anything on social media related to their government work, after a wave of new political appointees took to cheerleading Trump and castigating his opponents online. The directive, which was emailed to U.S. Attorneys' offices late on Monday, appears to prohibit the types of social posts that Trump's political appointees routinely make on their official government accounts. The change was made by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, who has become frustrated by some of the rhetoric being posted by political appointees, according to one person familiar with the matter.

by: KUTV

How social media is shaping the world's view of the Ukraine-Russia war

KUTV CBS 2 provides local news, weather forecasts, traffic updates, notices of events and items of interest in the community, sports and entertainment programming for Salt Lake City and nearby towns and communities in the Great Salt Lake area, including Jordan Meadows, Millcreek, Murray, Holladay, Kearns, West Valley City, West Jordan, South Jordan, Sandy, Draper, Riverton, Bluffdale, Herriman, Magna, Bountiful, Centerville, Cottonwood Heights, Alpine, Highland, Summit Park, Park City, Heber City, Grantsville, Farmington, Kayville, Layton, Syracuse, Clearfield, Morgan, Roy, Ogden, American Fork, Orem, Provo, Springville, Spanish Fork, Payson, Nephi, and Tooele.

by: TheWrap

Stocks Surge Higher on Hopes for Potential Tariff Deals

Turnaround Tuesday? It looks that way for Wall Street, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones all jumping more than 3.40% in early trading
  • Wed, April 16, 2025

by: EURweb

Gen Zers Prefer Content Creator Content vs. Entertainment's Big Budgeted Best, New Survey Reveals

Big budget entertainment is not on the watchlist of Gen Zers, according to a new Deloitte study. The Hollywood Reporter cites the study in revealing findings from Deloitte's 19th annual digital media trends survey.

by: People

Jordon Hudson Reportedly Asked UNC to Filter Comments 'Harassing' Bill Belichick and Calling Him a 'Predator'

Jordon Hudson reportedly asked a Tar Heels employee to monitor comments made about her boyfriend Bill Belichick, calling him a 'predator' on the school's social media pages, according to emails obtained by The Athletic.

by: Newsweek

Cynthia Nixon Responds to 'And Just Like That' 'Palestinian' Shirt Backlash

The outfit choice in a promotional video for the show's third season, which airs in May, prompted a mix of backlash and support.

by: Kotaku

Erenshor Turns The MMO Experience Into A Surprisingly Fun Single-Player Game

Erenshore might be the loneliest 'MMO' on the planet, but maybe that's what you're looking for?

by: news4sanantonio

San Antonio Entertainment | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

WOAI NBC News Channel 4 San Antonio provides local news, weather forecasts, traffic updates, investigations, and items of interest in the community, sports and entertainment programming for San Antonio and nearby towns and communities in South Central Texas, including Windcrest, Uvalde, Universal City, Somerset, Seguin, Schertz, San Marcos, Sabinal, Poth, Poteet, Pleasanton, Pearsall, Braunfels, Live Oak, Kerrville, Hondo, Helotes, Goliad, Fredericksburg, Floresville, Eagle Pass, Devine, Del Rio, Cuero, Crystal City, Converse, Cibolo, Castroville, Carrizo Springs, Boerne, Bandera.

by: wjla

Arlington Entertainment | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

WJLA is the local ABC affiliate for the greater Washington DC area. From our studios in Arlington, VA ABC7 covers national and local news, sports, weather, traffic and culture and carries entertainment and sports programming. WJLA serves Alexandria, Springfield, Annandale, Tysons, Reston, Ashburn, Centreville and Manassas, Virginia and Bethesda, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, Wheaton, Beltsville, Greenbelt, Bowie, College Park, Largo, Crofton, Annapolis, Hyattsville and Takoma Park, Maryland, and all the communities in between.

by: fox17online

Entertainment News: April 16, 2025

The first all-female space crew, a local high school band documentary, and OK Go returns: here is your entertainment news for April 16, 2025

by: KUTV

Salt Lake City Entertainment | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

KUTV CBS 2 provides local news, weather forecasts, traffic updates, notices of events and items of interest in the community, sports and entertainment programming for Salt Lake City and nearby towns and communities in the Great Salt Lake area, including Jordan Meadows, Millcreek, Murray, Holladay, Kearns, West Valley City, West Jordan, South Jordan, Sandy, Draper, Riverton, Bluffdale, Herriman, Magna, Bountiful, Centerville, Cottonwood Heights, Alpine, Highland, Summit Park, Park City, Heber City, Grantsville, Farmington, Kayville, Layton, Syracuse, Clearfield, Morgan, Roy, Ogden, American Fork, Orem, Provo, Springville, Spanish Fork, Payson, Nephi, and Tooele.

by: Movieguide

LA Times Sparks Heated Debate With New Tools. Should Other Media Take Note?

The Los Angeles Times has sparked a debate in the entertainment industry after incorporating an AI feature that ...

by: Forbes

Formula One Racing Is Seeking A New Media Rights Deal For 2026

The U.S. media rights for Formula One is up after this year. The races have been airing on ESPN since 2018. F1 is seeking between $150 million to $180 million a year.

by: Deadline

'Bosch' Producer Fabel Entertainment Promotes Jasmine Russ Following Melissa Aouate's Move To Blumhouse

EXCLUSIVE: Fabel Entertainment, the company behind the Bosch universe, has a new SVP. The company has promoted Jasmine Russ to the role following the departure of Melissa Aouate, who joined Blumhouse Television as President. Australian Russ has been at Fabel Entertainment since 2018, having moved to the U.S. in 2014. She will be responsible for …

by: BBC

How the BBC is fusing entertainment and education closer together than ever before

On Monday, we hosted a preview screening of a new show that will have children laughing and learning in equal measures - Horrible Science. At BBC Children's and Education, our mission is to inform, educate and entertain and we've always believed in the power of storytelling to inspire learning.
  • Thu, April 17, 2025

by: GhanaWeb

Social media in shock as CEO of Chez Amis reportedly buys new Rolls-Royce

Social media erupted in a frenzy after videos and pictures showing popular restaurateur and owner of Chez Amis, Belinda 'Big Chezzy' Amis, purchasing a purple Rolls-Royce Cullinan valued at over $450,

by: legit

2025 weddings: 5 possible celebrity nuptials to look forward to

Legit.ng in this article lists possible celebrity weddings to look forward to in 2025 including Iyabo Ojo's daughter Priscilla'srn Nigerian nuptials.

by: TheWrap

Fox News Scores Best Ratings Quarter Ever With 2.2 Million Daily Viewers

The right-leaning cable channel drew more weekday primetime viewers than both ABC and NBC during Q1

by: BBC

Fyre Festival 2 location and dates uncertain, US media reports

The organisers of the failed 2017 Fyre Festival are reportedly looking for a new location for the reboot.

by: Impacts

The Impact and Evolution of Live TV Coverage in Modern Media

In the fast-paced digital world, live TV coverage has become an integral part of our daily lives. From breaking news to sporting events and cultural celebrations, live broadcasts connect audiences worldwide, delivering real-time updates and fostering a sense of shared experience. This article delves into the significance, evolution, and future trends of live TV coverage […]

by: KUTV

Salt Lake City Talkin Sports | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

KUTV CBS 2 provides local news, weather forecasts, traffic updates, notices of events and items of interest in the community, sports and entertainment programming for Salt Lake City and nearby towns and communities in the Great Salt Lake area, including Jordan Meadows, Millcreek, Murray, Holladay, Kearns, West Valley City, West Jordan, South Jordan, Sandy, Draper, Riverton, Bluffdale, Herriman, Magna, Bountiful, Centerville, Cottonwood Heights, Alpine, Highland, Summit Park, Park City, Heber City, Grantsville, Farmington, Kayville, Layton, Syracuse, Clearfield, Morgan, Roy, Ogden, American Fork, Orem, Provo, Springville, Spanish Fork, Payson, Nephi, and Tooele.

by: BBC

Goats entertain children in Bristol's Barton Fields and St George

Pupils have been meeting and feeding the goats on school trips and with their families.

by: BBC

Entertainer Roy Hudd's grave gets theatre poster-style headstone

Roy Hudd's widow praises the "fantastic" tribute created for the late comic and actor.
  • Tue, April 8, 2025

by: Insider

How Trump's return has shaken the media and entertainment business, from DEI to tariff fears

Trump's return has affected the news media and entertainment business in major ways. Here's a breakdown.

by: TVBEurope

How will the new US tariffs impact the media and entertainment industry?

Because of the nature of this sort of sliding scale of tariffs, there are opportunities that weren't there before," analyst Alice Enders tells TVBEurope

by: Deadline

Redbox, Crackle And Other Chicken Soup For The Soul Entertainment Assets Set For Post-Bankruptcy Auction

Redbox's signature DVD kiosks will soon light up again, at least in a legal sense. The video retailer went bankrupt last year along with the rest of its parent company, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment.

by: tyla

Hailey Bieber responds after unfollowing husband Justin Bieber on social media

Back in January, Justin unfollowed his wife on social media, as people questioned whether this was the 'modern way of announcing a breakup'. However, the star later revealed that his Instagram account had been hacked, causing a stir online.
  • Wed, April 9, 2025

by: People

Billy Idol Explains Why Getting Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Would Be an 'Incredible Honor'

Billy Idol is nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's class of 2025 alongside Mariah Carey, Cyndi Lauper, Oasis, OutKast and others.

by: Forbes

Hollywood & Entertainment

Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars' "Die With a Smile" returns to No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200, marking its tenth week at the top and cementing its place among the chart's biggest hits. The heart ...
  • Thu, April 10, 2025

by: MusicRadar

Trump's tariffs: What's the real cost to music and how come K-Pop is weathering the storm?

When cash dries up, musical luxuries such as streaming services and gig tickets are among the first to feel the bite

How Trump's return has shaken the media and entertainment business, from DEI to tariff fears

Trump's return has affected the news media and entertainment business in major ways. Here's a breakdown.
Since Donald Trump's return to the political scene, the media and entertainment industry has experienced significant shifts, as detailed in a Business Insider article. Trump's influence has led to increased viewership and engagement for media outlets covering his activities, with networks like Fox News and conservative media platforms seeing a surge in interest. Conversely, entertainment companies are facing challenges due to Trump's policies, such as proposed tariffs on digital products and services, which could increase costs and disrupt global content distribution. Additionally, Trump's stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives has prompted some companies to reevaluate their DEI programs, fearing potential backlash or reduced government support. Overall, Trump's return has created a complex landscape for the media and entertainment business, balancing heightened audience interest with operational and policy-related uncertainties.

Read the Full Insider Article at:
https://www.businessinsider.com/how-trump-return-has-impacted-media-entertainment-business-tariffs-dei

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