• Tue, April 29, 2025

by: WTVF

Exploring the Local Drag Scene While Entertainers in Government Crosshairs

Trans community members react to discrimination against their businesses during President Trump's DEI decision.

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Arlington Sports | 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: ThePrint

SC refuses to entertain fresh pleas challenging Waqf (Amendment) Act

New Delhi, Apr 29 (PTI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to entertain 13 more petitions challenging constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, saying it cannot add any more pleas as they would become difficult to "handle". "We are not going to increase the number of petitions now…This will keep on piling and […]

by: Impacts

TDPel Media Establishes New U.S. Office in Springfield, Illinois

TDPel Media is excited to announce the launch of our new office located in Springfield, Illinois, USA — a major move in our ongoing expansion to better serve audiences across North America. Strengthening Our Presence in the United States As part of our commitment to delivering accurate, timely, and diverse news coverage, opening a U.S. […]

by: AFP

China deploys army of fake NGOs at UN to intimidate critics: media probe

China is deploying a growing army of organisations masquerading as NGOs to monitor and intimidate rights activists at the UN, a new investigation by the ICIJ media consortium said on Monday.Dubbed "China Targets", the fresh investigation involving 42 media organisations delves into the various tactics Beijing uses to silence critics beyond its borders.

by: legit

A look at Howard Stern's net worth: how The King of All Media made his fortune

What is Howard Stern's net worth? He has been in the entertainment industry for decades and has amassed a significant wealth. Here is all about the broadcaster.

by: NME

PENTAGON's Jinho leaves CUBE Entertainment after nine years

PENTAGON vocalist Jinho has parted ways with CUBE Entertainment after nine years with the company, making him the seventh member to do so.

by: WTKR

Easter entertaining hacks with Chef Cara Di Falco on Coast Live

Culinary journalist and Chef Cara Di Falco joins Coast Live with some pro tips for anyone planning to do a little entertaining for the Easter holiday, or any springtime get-together!

by: Deadline

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

EXCLUSIVE: CAA has signed Run-A-Muck Media, the company founded by Pamela Drucker Mann, Ilene Chaiken and Jennifer Beals. Launched in February, Run-A-Muck has a mission to transform bold storytelling into cultural phenomena and monetized franchises across all platforms.

by: Shacknews

Respawn Entertainment announces layoffs and the cancellation of two games

The studio behind Apex Legends and the Star Wars Jedi series is going through 'difficult changes.'

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: 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: WHTM

Pennsylvania bill proposes establishing media literacy school curriculum

(WHTM) — A new bill proposed in the Pennsylvania State Senate would establish a media literacy curriculum for students enrolled in kindergarten through 12th grade to combat the rise of "fake news" in today's world. The bill, proposed by Senator Katie Muth (D-144), intends to help students learn about the credibility of news sources and […]

by: PBS

Nebraska Public Media News | Nebraska Schools: A Taxing Dilemma

Panel discussion on schools and property taxes

by: MLB

Boardroom named MLB strategic cultural partner in comprehensive partnership expansion

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

Entertainment News: April 29, 2025

A legendary director honored, a decades-old question gets an answer, and the Rock Hall's class of 2025 is here. Here is your entertainment news for April 29, 2025.

by: KUTV

Salt Lake County approves sale of 6.5 acres of Salt Palace for new entertainment district

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

San Antonio Instagram | 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: 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: Deadline

Actor-Filmmaker Micaela Wittman Signs With Brillstein Entertainment Partners

EXCLUSIVE: Micaela Wittman, the multi-hyphenate behind indies like Clairevoyant and Remy & Arletta, has signed with Brillstein Entertainment Partners for representation. Wittman was recently announced to be starring alongside Julia Fox and Ashley Moore in Millicent Hailes's queer romance, Perfect. In the film, Wittman will portray a town local who helps Moore's character navigate the …

by: PBS

Nebraska Public Media News | Speaking of Nebraska: College Athletics

Issues impacting Nebraska and major college athletics programs

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: fox17online

Entertainment News: December 31, 2024

What're the latest happenings with celebrities, music, and events coming to West Michigan, and beyond? Find out in today's Entertainment News.

by: Variety

'Paddington in Peru' and 'Bridget Jones' Boost Canal+ as Media Giant Reports Solid Q1 Growth

Canal+ reported a solid start to 2025, with first-quarter revenues hitting $1.77 billion, up 1.5% organically compared to the same period last year.

by: Fortune

Best CD rates today, April 29, 2025

We've rounded up today's highest available CD rates, many of which are above 4%.

by: Reuters

Harvard University sues Trump administration, media reports say

Harvard University sued President Donald Trump's administration on Monday, The New York Times and The Harvard Crimson reported, in the latest escalation between the educational institution and the government.

by: AFP

Cardinals run the media gauntlet ahead of conclave

Catholic cardinals will be locked up for the papal conclave but for preparatory meetings this week they must run the gauntlet of journalists desperate for insights into who will be the next pope.The Catholic Church's 252 cardinals have been called back to Rome following the death on April 21 of Pope Francis, the charismatic reformer who had led the world's 1.4 billion Catholics since 2013.

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.

by: Forbes

Tariff Shock May Drive Major Shift In Retail Media Spending

Tariffs are forcing brands to rethink retail media strategy, with new patterns emerging in Amazon and retail media ad spend, industry insiders say.

by: PBS

Nebraska Public Media News | Speaking of Nebraska: COVID-19 Town Hall Governor Ricketts

Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts will answer questions in Covid 19 Town Hall Meeting.

by: PBS

NJ Spotlight News | Tom Kean Jr. gives cold shoulder to media | Season 2022

'I've never seen a campaign like this where the candidate won't talk'

by: PBS

Nebraska Public Media News | Speaking of Nebraska: Teaching in a Pandemic

Speaking of Nebraska discusses teaching in a pandemic and more.

by: PBS

Nebraska Public Media News | Speaking of Nebraska: Hunger in Nebraska

Hunger in Nebraska; where it happens, who is impacted, what is being done about it.

by: PBS

Nebraska Public Media News | Speaking of Nebraska: 2020 Election

Local experts review the results of key races in the 2020 election .
  • Wed, April 30, 2025

by: TheWrap

Trump Jump: Fox News Hits Record Viewership for President's First 100 Days

Fox News' ratings increased 13% during the first 100 days of President Trump's second term compared to 2017, while MSNBC and CNN declined

by: Moneycontrol

Coldplay in concert: Generates business of Rs 641 crore and 15,000 jobs

Chris Martin's band held five concerts in India in January. Coldplay's three concerts in Ahemdabad were the biggest in-stadium events the country, injecting Rs 392 crore into the local economy, an EY

by: Telegram

Selections from what customers at That's Entertainment are reading

Selections from what customers at That's Entertainment are reading

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...'

The actress added, 'I was not even handed the speech. I'm not saying that I'm jealous or something, I'm saying that it's not their fault, stop pointing nepotism.'

by: Movieguide

LOONEY TUNES Movie Heads to Theaters, and Star Couldn't Be More 'Thrilled'

Star Will Forte is "thrilled" COYOTE VS. ACME was saved by Ketchup Media and will head to theaters. "I never thought it

by: Bossip

Media Baddies Stunning On The Entertainment Scene, Vol. 1

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

by: ThePrint

Deepak Pareek Wins 'Best Show Host' Award in the Arts & Entertainment Category in India Audio Summit & Awards 2025 for his Podcast- 'The Chill Hour'

NewsVoir Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 30: Deepak Pareek, storyteller, media entrepreneur, and the voice behind the much-loved podcast 'The Chill Hour', has been awarded 'Best Show Host' in the Arts & Entertainment category at the prestigious India Audio Summit & Awards 2025. With this honour, Deepak Pareek's heartfelt podcast journey has earned national recognition which […]

by: Variety

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

Andrew Karpen, a widely respected film executive and founder of Bleecker Street Films, died on Monday. He was 59.

by: PBS

Nebraska Public Media News | Speaking of Nebraska: University of Nebraska

Future, priorities, challenges and funding for the University of Nebraska.

by: PBS

Nebraska Public Media News | Speaking of Nebraska: Future of Libraries

Libraries adapt to a changing world to maintain and expand public services.

Exploring the Local Drag Scene While Entertainers in Government Crosshairs

Trans community members react to discrimination against their businesses during President Trump's DEI decision.
The article from NewsChannel5 discusses the vibrant local drag scene in Nashville, Tennessee, while highlighting the challenges drag performers face due to recent legislative actions targeting the drag community. It features interviews with drag entertainers like Britney Banks and Vivica Steele, who share their experiences and the importance of drag as an art form and a means of self-expression. The piece also covers the community's response to proposed laws, such as Tennessee's anti-drag bill, which has been temporarily blocked by a federal judge. Despite the political pressures, the drag community remains resilient, continuing to perform and support each other, emphasizing the role of drag in fostering inclusivity and joy.

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https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/out-and-about-today/exploring-the-local-drag-scene-while-entertainers-in-government-crosshairs

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