• Tue, April 29, 2025

by: Variety

DJ Khaled Strikes Nine-Figure Deal With Influence Media for Music Catalog and Two New Joint Ventures

DJ Khaled and Influence Media Partners have announced the launch of two new joint ventures: The Grammy-winning recording artist, producer and entrepreneur is teaming up with Influence to develop and produce original content across film and television, as well as secure legacy-defining commercial ventures; and Influence will also expand commercial opportunities for Khaled with name, …

by: Deadline

CAA Signs Run-A-Muck Media, Company Founded By Pamela Drucker Mann, Ilene Chaiken & Jennifer Beals

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by: Shacknews

Respawn Entertainment announces layoffs and the cancellation of two games

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by: ZDNet

Meta's new AI app delivers a chatbot with a social media twist

Beyond asking questions and generating content, you can see how other people are using AI and also share how you're using it.

by: Reuters

Trump called Bezos to complain about Amazon report, media reports say

U.S. President Donald Trump called Amazon Executive Chairman Jeff Bezos on Tuesday morning to complain about a report the company planned to display prices that show the impact of tariffs, according to multiple media outlets. Amazon denied the story from Punchbowl News and said it never considering listing tariff prices on its main retail site nor had anything been put into place.

by: PBS

Nebraska Public Media News | Nebraska Schools: A Taxing Dilemma

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by: MLB

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Boardroom, the premier media brand co-founded by Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman covering the business of sports and entertainment, announced today an expanded strategic partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB). Building on their successful 2024 collaboration, the partnership will deliver new immersive fan experiences, groundbreaking activations, and player-led storytelling across

by: Fortune

What viral ER drama 'The Pitt' gets right about America's nursing shortage

The HBO show highlights a health-care crisis we can no longer afford to ignore—and the risk to patients is very real.

by: fox17online

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by: KUTV

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The Salt Lake County Council voted to approve the sale of 6.5 acres of the Salt Palace Convention Center to Ryan Smith and the Smith Entertainment Group for the

by: TheWrap

Donald Trump Responds to New Articles of Impeachment in First 100 Days Speech: 'What the Hell Did I Do?'

Trump responded to new articles of impeachment by asking, "What the hell did I do?" to a crowd of cheering supporters in Warren, Michigan.

by: news4sanantonio

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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: Forbes

Maury Povich Has Some Thoughts About The Media Business Today

Daytime talk show host and longtime journalist Maury Povich opens up about his life today, his new podcast and shares his thoughts about the ways we get our news lately.

by: WHTM

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by: PBS

Nebraska Public Media News | Speaking of Nebraska: College Athletics

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by: fox17online

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by: Forbes

Exclusive: Behind The DJ Khaled And Influence Media Deal

Having been friends a quarter of a century, DJ Khaled has entered into multiple joint ventures with Influence Media. I spoke to them about the partnership.

by: Deadline

Actor-Filmmaker Micaela Wittman Signs With Brillstein Entertainment Partners

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by: Forbes

Behind The DJ Khaled And Influence Media Deal

Having been friends a quarter of a century, DJ Khaled has entered into multiple joint ventures with Influence Media. I spoke to them about the partnership.

by: PBS

Nebraska Public Media News | Capitol Conversations: Paul Schumacher

Senator Paul Schumacher discusses his idea for a brand new city in western Nebraska.
  • Wed, April 30, 2025

by: TheWrap

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by: Moneycontrol

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by: Firstpost

Mrunal Thakur reveals how the media ran after a starkid in the middle of her interview: 'I was being awarded the same night as Janhvi Kapoor and...'

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by: Movieguide

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by: Bossip

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Compilation of media mesmerizers, moment makers, and mavens redefining storytelling while elevating the entertainment industry

by: Telegram

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by: HoopsHype

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by: Fortune

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by: MLive

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The collection includes free media highlighting the moments and events that shaped the Grand Rapids community as far back as 1893.

by: Gainesville

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by: news4sanantonio

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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: abc13

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by: BroBible

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It's been around a year since the Arizona Coyotes ceased to exist before the NHL welcomed its newest franchise in the form of the Utah Hockey Club. That

by: Deadline

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by: ThePrint

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by: Variety

Andrew Karpen, Bleecker Street Founder and Respected Independent Film Executive, Dies at 59

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by: PBS

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Behind The DJ Khaled And Influence Media Deal

Having been friends a quarter of a century, DJ Khaled has entered into multiple joint ventures with Influence Media. I spoke to them about the partnership.
The article from Forbes, published on April 29, 2025, by Steve Baltin, discusses the recent partnership between DJ Khaled and Influence Media Partners. This deal involves Influence Media acquiring a significant portion of DJ Khaled's music catalog, including hits like "Wild Thoughts" and "I'm the One." The agreement not only highlights the financial aspect but also emphasizes a strategic collaboration aimed at expanding DJ Khaled's influence in the music and entertainment industries. Influence Media's CEO, Lynn Hazan, expressed enthusiasm about working with DJ Khaled, citing his unique ability to connect with audiences and his entrepreneurial spirit as key factors in the partnership. The deal is seen as a move to leverage DJ Khaled's brand for new ventures and opportunities in media and beyond.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/stevebaltin/2025/04/29/behind-the-dj-khaled-and-influence-media-deal/