• Sun, April 13, 2025

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

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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

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  • 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.

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by: Fortune

OpenAI can't afford to ignore Hollywood's warning

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by: legit

Meta news ban intensifying Canadians' legacy media break

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by: NME

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

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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.

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

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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

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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?

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Entertainment News: April 16, 2025

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by: Movieguide

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

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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

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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

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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: HuffPost

Social Media Sickened Over Fox News Host's Absolutely 'Gross' Pete Hegseth Story

Ainsley Earhardt dropped a nauseating anecdote about her "tough" former colleague.

by: PBS

White House starting new media policy sharply curtailing wire service access

The White House has put forward a new media policy that sharply curtails access to Donald Trump by the news agencies that serve media outlets around the world.

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Entertainer gets theatre poster-style headstone

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Taste of Wellington: Food, live music, entertainment

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Fyre Festival 2 location and dates uncertain, US media reports

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The Impact and Evolution of Live TV Coverage in Modern Media

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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

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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".
The article from MSN discusses the rise of "baller leagues" like the BIG3 and Overtime Elite, which blend traditional sports with entertainment elements to attract younger audiences. These leagues feature unique rules such as a 4-point shot and a 14-second shot clock, aiming to create a faster-paced and more exciting game. The BIG3, founded by Ice Cube and Jeff Kwatinetz, has gained popularity by offering a condensed, high-energy version of basketball, while Overtime Elite focuses on developing young talent with a mix of competitive play and media exposure. Both leagues are part of a broader trend where sports are increasingly intertwined with entertainment, using innovative formats and digital platforms to engage fans and reshape the sports industry.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/baller-leagues-nonsense-rules-bridge-sport-and-entertainment/ar-AA1Cwiqp

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