• Tue, May 6, 2025

by: Variety

Netflix's 'Ransom Canyon' Is Horny, Absurd and Ridiculously Entertaining: TV Review

In Netflix's adaptation of Jodi Thomas' beloved books, several romances sizzle as three ranching dynasties find themselves at a crossroads.

by: Adweek

Amelia Dimoldenberg Is Ready for a Serious (Media) Commitment

The Chicken Shop Date creator is building a creative empire with her studio Dimz Inc.

by: AFP

Wait for Vatican white smoke fires up social media

Hype has been building on social media around the Catholic Church's secretive, centuries-old tradition of conclaves to elect a new pope, animating users from the White House on down."Everyone on social networks has an opinion and everyone wants to decode the news, look for clues, know which cardinal will become the pope.

by: lbbonline

FCB Chicago, Chicago Hearing Society, and Rakish Entertainment Launch New Standard in Cinematic Accessibility | LBBOnline

Little Black Book, Caption with Intention uses animation, colour, and variable typography to convey not just dialogue, but emotion, tone, and pacing

by: Fortune

YouTube is testing a new premium subscription plan for couples

plan lets two people watch videos without ads at a rate below the existing family rate, but there's one problem.

by: TechCrunch

Particle brings its AI-powered news reader to the web | TechCrunch

Particle, the startup behind an AI-powered newsreader that aims to help publishers, not just steal their work, is bringing its product to the web. On

by: Kotaku

GTA 6 Delay Has Enormous Implications For The Industry

Rockstar's tentpole release GTA 6 receives a six-month delay

by: WLOX

Watch the Women's Hockey semifinals on WLOX's Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network

The league and Gray Media announced Monday that seven Gray Broadcast Sports Networks will air the games starting Wednesday.

by: NewsNation

Met Gala 2025: The best looks from the red carpet

(NewsNation) — This year's Met Gala was the first to focus exclusively on Black designers, complete with a guest list that featured about 450 names from tech, sports, art, entertainment and other fields. Style expert Sandra Okerulu joins "NewsNation Live" to break down the best looks from the red carpet.

by: news4sanantonio

San Antonio Commercial Production | 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: fox17online

Entertainment News: May 6, 2025

A highly-anticipated video game has a delayed release, Netflix's new reboot series has a cast, and there might be a sequel to "27 Dresses"? Here is your entertainment news for May 6, 2025.

by: IndieWire

It's the Death of the Screenplay Industrial Complex, and Not a Moment Too Soon

ScreenCraft, The Script Lab, The Tracking Board, and now Coverfly are closing shop, but don't despair: Build your own platform.

by: Forbes

DJT Stock Soars 57% as Trump Media Expands Into Financial Services

Trump Media & Technology Group (NASDAQ: DJT) has delivered a stunning stock market performance in recent weeks. It appears related to potentially lucrative Fin deals.

by: wjla

Arlington Account | 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

Old videos, new lies: Pahalgam tragedy opens floodgates of misinformation on social media

New Delhi, Apr 29 (PTI) Moving to contain a surge of misinformation following the Pahalgam terror attack, the government has blocked 16 Pakistani YouTube channels. But the floodgates of fake news are open on social media platforms with scores of unverified posts peddling false, inflammatory narratives. The Press Trust of India's fact check unit examined […]

by: Deadline

Jameela Jamil & 'Squid Game's Won Ji-An To Star In 'Pyongyang Home Video' For Imagine Entertainment And Desert Bloom Pictures

EXCLUSIVE: Jameela Jamil (The Good Place) and Won Ji-an (Squid Game) have been tapped for key roles in Pyongyang Home Video, a new drama inspired by true events, which centers on two North Korean sisters reenacting Hollywood movies to escape the perils of their young lives. Hailing from Imagine Entertainment and South Korea's Desert Bloom …

by: wjla

Arlington Hooked on Heroin | 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: Deadline

Capstone, Signature & Ascending Media Group Launch U.S. Distribution Company Aura Entertainment Ahead Of Cannes Market

EXCLUSIVE: Capstone Studios, Signature Entertainment, and Ascending Media Group are launching full-service U.S. distribution company Aura Entertainment, which will focus on commercially-oriented features for theatrical and digital release. The company will release approximately 10 to 15 titles per year, combining strategic acquisitions with select projects produced by its backers. The company will include an in-house …

by: ThePrint

Trusted Indian Social Media Marketing Services at MSP Panel

PNN New Delhi [India], May 3: Msp-Panel.com is a well-known SMM panel started in 2017, offers quality services for various social media platforms. This reliable SMM panel enables businesses to enhance their social media marketing efforts through affordable SMM services. Show Full Article When you choose a panel with high-quality SMM capabilities, you can efficiently […]

by: Fortune

Best CD rates today, May 6, 2025

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

by: wjla

Arlington List of Ad Networks | 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: Deadline

IFC Films Rebrands Under New IFC Entertainment Group

IFC Films is rebranding to Independent Film Company (IFC) with a new logo and a renamed parent, IFC Entertainment Group, taking on a higher profile within AMC Networks. The 25-year-old New York-based distributor also revealed a new a customized audio logo created by Adam "Adrock" Horovitz of the Beastie Boys. IFC Entertainment Group — previously …

by: wjla

Arlington For Pet's Sake | 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: Deadline

'Allegiance' Creator Anar Ali Signs With Atlas; BBC Studios Hires Nordics Entertainment Boss - Global Briefs

'Allegiance' Creator Anar Ali Signs With Atlas The creator of CBC and NBCUniversal's Allegiance has signed with Atlas Literary and Atlas Artists in the U.S. Anar Ali is behind the hit show that is currently nominated for eight Canadian Screen Awards, including a writing nod for Ali and for Best Dramatic Series. Now into its third …
  • Wed, May 7, 2025

by: AFP

Trump's White House creates own media universe

From influencer-only briefings to memes of Donald Trump as the pope and a "Star Wars" Jedi master, the White House is creating its own alternate media reality.Rankin said Trump's unique use of social media, AI images and "direct appeals through partisan influencers" had "created a space of alternate versions of events where governance is not tethered to reality."

by: WJZY

North Carolina bill aims to restrict minors' social media access

The bill would require social media platforms to purge accounts run by people younger than 14 years old.

by: fox17online

The Grand Rapids Game Show Experience brings television entertainment to reality

Hosted by Steve Zaagman, The Grand Rapids Game Show Experience is a different kind of live entertainment compared to local trivia nights.

by: RepublicWorld

Pakistani Singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan Mired In Controversy Again? Reports Of His Arrest Surface

by: Investopedia

Netflix, Media Stocks Drop After Trump Orders Tariffs on Foreign-Made Films

U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday said he has authorized a 100% tariff on movies made overseas. The news hit some media companies' shares in Monday-morning trading.

by: Fortune

Top CD rates today, May 7, 2025

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

by: CNN

How media CEO Mo Abudu is bridging London and Lagos | CNN

While EbonyLife Group CEO Mo Abudu was born in London, she calls Lagos, Nigeria is her home. Now she's merging her two worlds with a new cultural hub in London to celebrate Nigerian and African creatives.

by: Variety

Variety and Gold House Debuts 8 APIs Up Next in Entertainment List for 2025

Variety has announced its 2025 list of 8 API Up Next in Entertainment. The list celebrates Asian Pacific Islanders across the diaspora of entertainment and highlights rising global talent. The group are changemakers: from actors and writers to the business side of agents and executives. They are all are making strides in their respective …

by: MassLive

Host quits 'iconic' pop culture show 'to build something of my own'

He took over as host of the show in 2019.

by: Kotaku

13 Details You Might Have Missed in GTA 6 Trailer 2

From references to hurricanes to the possible return of a GTA: Vice City character

by: Reuters

Police in Azerbaijan detain another journalist as pressure on independent media increases

Azerbaijani media said Ali had been placed in pre-trial detention for one month and 29 days on suspicion of smuggling. Several other journalists have been charged with smuggling in recent months, an accusation they reject as politically-motivated and say is designed to silence critical voices. Oil-rich Azerbaijan has rejected Western criticism of the arrests, saying comments by Western diplomats and rights groups calling for the release of activists and journalists amount to interference in its judicial system.

by: WSOC

Bill restricting teen social media use moves forward in N.C. legislature

A bill in North Carolina that would restrict social media access for some teenagers is on its way to the Senate.

by: Forbes

The 9 Best Water Tables To Keep Kids Cool And Entertained

The best water tables keep kids entertained and are safe and easy to clean. These are our favorite water tables of 2025.

by: People

Patrick Mahomes Refers to His Hair as 'Nappy' While Commenting on His Haircut, Sparks Backlash on Social Media

Patrick Mahomes is facing controversy for referring to his hair as "nappy" in a recent local news interview about his haircut.

by: Impacts

Getting Started with Dailymotion Video Downloads: A Beginner's Manual

Dailymotion is among the best video-sharing websites and is now ranked in the top 10 around the world. It features millions of accounts including people, music, news experts, and many more. Compared to its counterparts, it stands as a strong alternative. For people who want to stay up to date with the latest viral clips, […]

by: MassLive

Host leaving 'iconic' pop culture show 'to build something of my own'

He took over as host of the show in 2019.

by: RepublicWorld

The Rise of Relatable Humor On Instagram With Sarcastic Family

Pages that strike a chord with audiences through humor and everyday experiences continue to thrive.

by: Forbes

Beyond Platform Fragility: A Framework That Media Organizations Can't Ignore

Platform fragility occurs when the relationship between systems and users breaks down.

by: Variety

'Ne Zha 2' Sets Russia Theatrical Release With Arna Media-All Rights Entertainment Deal (EXCLUSIVE)

All Rights Entertainment has secured a deal with Russian distributor Arna Media for the theatrical release of Chinese blockbuster 'Ne Zha 2.'

by: PBS

Nebraska Public Media News | CSI on Trial

The true story of a shocking murder and and an investigation that went terribly wrong.

by: ThePrint

Chull OTT Launches in India: USA-Based Flickfusion Media INC Introduces A Next-Gen Streaming Platform for Regional and Global Storytelling

NewsVoir Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 7: Flickfusion Media INC, a USA-based digital media company, today announced the official launch of Chull OTT in India-a next-generation streaming platform designed to disrupt the digital entertainment landscape with bold, diverse, and emotionally resonant content. Show Full Article Inspired by the colloquial Hindi term "Chull"- symbolizing energy, restlessness, and […]

by: wjla

Arlington Games | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

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by: wjla

Arlington Criminally Obsessed | 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: Forbes

Trump's War On The Media Explained: Enlists FCC, Congress And The Courts

A judge blocked Trump's attempt to shut down Voice of America.

Wait for Vatican white smoke fires up social media

Hype has been building on social media around the Catholic Church's secretive, centuries-old tradition of conclaves to elect a new pope, animating users from the White House on down."Everyone on social networks has an opinion and everyone wants to decode the news, look for clues, know which cardinal will become the pope.
The article from Yahoo News discusses the unexpected event of white smoke emerging from a chimney at the Vatican, which typically signals the election of a new pope. However, this occurrence was due to a fire in a wood-burning stove used by a guard, not a papal conclave. The incident took place on a Saturday, and the smoke was visible for about an hour, leading to confusion and speculation among onlookers and on social media. The Vatican quickly clarified that no conclave was taking place and that the smoke was from an accidental fire, which was promptly extinguished by the fire department. This event underscores the symbolic significance of the Vatican's smoke signals and the potential for misunderstanding when such symbols are unexpectedly displayed.

Read the Full AFP Article at:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/wait-vatican-white-smoke-fires-032922701.html