Wed, May 7, 2025

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: ThePrint

Time to pull up my socks as an actor: Vikrant Massey on audiences' growing appetite for entertainment

Mumbai, May 3 (PTI) Actor Vikrant Massey says it is important for performers to stay on their toes and adapt to the rapidly changing demands of viewers in the ever-evolving world of entertainment. Massey said he feels fortunate to have worked across all platforms, from television, films, to OTT. Over years, they have all evolved […]

by: Eater

Here Are the 2025 James Beard Awards Restaurant, Chef, and Media Award Finalists

See the full list of this year's nominees

by: wjla

Arlington On The Road | 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

Ben and Dan Newmark & Their Grandma's House Entertainment Sign With UTA

EXCLUSIVE: Ben and Dan Newmark - and their production company Grandma's House Entertainment have signed with UTA for representation in all areas. Since its launch, Grandma's House has delivered a range of hit series across network, cable, and streaming platforms -creating high-concept formats that span genres. This includes high-stakes social experiment The Trust for Netflix, …

by: deseret

How social media reacted to the Utah Mammoth name reveal

As always, the fans on social media have strong opinions. Here's what they think of the Utah Mammoth's new name and branding.

by: Salon

TikTok's "Jesus glow" trend exposes the emptiness of social media religion

Conservative Christians are hawking faith like it's the hot new beauty treatment

by: PBS

NJ Spotlight News | The role of social media in spread of vaccine misinformation | Season 2021

Interview with Dr. Corey Basch of William Paterson University

by: ABC7

Anthony Anderson, Cedric The Entertainer open new barbecue restaurant in Century City

Anthony Anderson and Cedric The Entertainer are known for their comedy. Now, they also want to be known for something culinary! The two opened their first restaurant together - AC Barbeque at the Westfield Century City Mall.

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: 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: 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: MassLive

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

He took over as host of the show in 2019.

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.
Thu, May 8, 2025

by: TheBlast

Anna Wintour's Strict No-Social Media Policy Kicked To The Curb At 2025 Met Gala

Anna Wintour, known as a stickler for perfection, now has to deal with some MET Gala attendees who broke the rules.

by: AFP

Trump to announce trade deal with UK on Thursday: US media

Donald Trump will announce a trade deal with the United Kingdom on Thursday, US media reported, after the president touted a "major" upcoming agreement on social media.Trump wrote earlier on Wednesday the "major trade deal" would be announced with a "big, and highly respected country."

by: ThePrint

Quantext Media Partners with Gazprom-Media Holding to Co-Develop Cross-Border Content and Creator-Brand Collaborations

PRNewswire Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 8: In a significant step toward fostering global collaboration in media and entertainment, Quantext Media, a leading Indian digital content and distribution company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gazprom-Media Holding, the largest media conglomerate in the Russian Federation. This strategic partnership aims to explore mutually beneficial collaborative […]

by: KUTV

Salt Lake City Sports Newsletter | 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: Newsweek

The Rise of AI and the End of Hollywood as We Know It

Media analyst Doug Shapiro explains how generative AI is transforming entertainment economics and redefining what "quality" means to consumers.

by: Reuters

FBI probes New York AG James over mortgage fraud allegations, media reports

James has joined attorneys general from other states in challenging Trump's second-term agenda. After Trump's first term in office, she brought a civil fraud lawsuit against him that resulted in millions of dollars of penalties.

by: Deadline

Mel Rodriguez Signs With Innovative Artists Entertainment

EXCLUSIVE: Innovative Artists Entertainment has signed actor Mel Rodriguez for representation in all areas. Most recently, Rodriguez was seen recurring on Shonda Rhimes' Netflix series The Residence as White House engineer Bruce Geller, a deceptively central figure in the show's murder mystery. The actor is perhaps best known for his role as Todd on Fox's …

by: SheKnows

Amazon Has a Prime-Exclusive Deal on This Top-Rated Toy That Keeps Hyperactive Cats Entertained for Hours

Is your cat the type who could play all day long? If she's constantly bringing you catnip mice, tinsel balls, and feather toys to entertain her in the middle of a workday, you may need to invest in a toy that's a bit more interactive. Potaroma, the company behind the bestselling flopping fish toy, has …

by: Variety

'Squid Game' and 'Adolescence' Bosses Among 2025 PGA Produced by Conference Speakers

The Producers Guild of America has unveiled the first round of speakers for the 2025 Produced By Conference, held May 31 at the Universal Studios Lot in Los Angeles. The Produced By Conference, which features sessions with top producers across film,

by: TheWrap

Hollywood Insiders Say 'Depression-Era Level' Production Crisis Makes State Incentives Urgent | Exclusive Video

Producers, labor leaders and lawmakers go inside the process of overhauling California's entertainment tax incentive.

by: news4sanantonio

San Antonio Crisis in the Classroom | 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

First American Pope Received Mixed Reception On Social Media

Cardinal Robert Prevost was chosen to be the new pope and his greatest challenge may be in unifying the church faithful

by: Parade

Anthony Anderson and Cedric the Entertainer Have 'Huge' Culinary Career Moment Thanks to Oprah and Don Cheadle (Exclusive)

Parade caught up with the longtime friends in an exclusive interview at the grand opening of their AC Barbeque restaurant in Los Angeles.

by: People

Jelly Roll Showcases New Look, Reveals Who He Wants to Win Entertainer of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards (Exclusive)

Speaking with PEOPLE on the 2025 ACM Awards red carpet, Jelly Roll reveals that he is rooting for Cody Johnson to win Entertainer of the Year at this year's event, where he also showcased a new look.

by: Veranda

This Colorful Bahamas Home Features a "Party Grotto" Made for Entertaining

In an excerpt from her latest book, Island Dreaming, designer Amanda Lindroth restores a Lyford Cay estate to its rollicking glory.

by: HuffPost

New Pontiff Gets 'American Pope' Trending On Social Media

Many people celebrated Pope Leo XIV's Chicago background with a new hashtag: #DaPope.

by: wjla

Arlington Connect To Congress | 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: Billboard

Lainey Wilson Talks About 'Imposter Syndrome' After Winning Entertainer of the Year at 2025 ACM Awards

Lainey Wilson wins the 2025 ACM Award for entertainer of the year.

by: Fortune

Exclusive: Meta in talks to deploy stablecoins three years after giving up on landmark crypto project

The social media giant is exploring how to use stablecoins to pay content creators, among other uses, according to sources familiar with the matter.

by: WSAZ

2025 entertainment lineup for Live on the Levee announced

We now know who will hit the stage at Haddad Riverfront Park in Charleston this summer for the Live on the Levee concert series.

by: bjpenn

Dricus Du Plessis opens up on rumors of injury delaying Khamzat Chimaev fight: "I found it all very entertaining" | BJPenn.com

UFC middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis has shut down any concerns of him being injured, after a rumor started.

by: Variety

CAA Leaders Talk Agency's Evolution, Social Media 'Game Changers' and Content Biz Growth: 'Our Job Description Has Expanded So Much'

Top CAA insiders discuss the evolution of the agency and its leadership in a candid conversation on Variety's 'Strictly Business' podcast.

by: HuffPost

How Social Media Reacted To Announcement Of New Pope

Before the selection of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was announced, people offered their predictions on who would become the next pontiff.

by: Newsweek

The Future of Media Is Bright and More Evenly Distributed

How GenAI could rebuild entertaiment's hollowed-out center with creator-driven content that combines Hollywood production values with social media authenticity

by: Deadline

Ex-Gordon Ramsay & Channel 4 Execs Unveil Entertainment & Brands Venture Baby Teeth

Creative execs with backgrounds working with Gordon Ramsay, Channel 4 and Yorgos Lanthimos are launching a UK-based company working in "the intersection of brands, entertainment and talent." Former Channel 4 and Conde Nast exec Lynsey Atkin has teamed with Chris Watling and Rebecca Lewis, the latter of whom worked for celebrity chef Ramsay, to form …

by: news4sanantonio

San Antonio Promotions | 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: HuffPost

Dozens Of Social Media Influencers Rescued From Sinking Yacht

Witnesses described a dramatic scene as first responders arrived, but passengers were reportedly "nonchalant."
Fri, May 9, 2025

by: wjla

Arlington Bottom Line With Boris | 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.

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.

Mo Abudu, a prominent Nigerian media mogul, has significantly influenced the creative economy in both Nigeria and London through her work in film and television. In an interview with CNN, she discusses her journey from a corporate background to becoming a key figure in the entertainment industry, founding EbonyLife TV and producing content that resonates with African audiences. Abudu emphasizes the importance of telling authentic African stories and the role of the diaspora in shaping global perceptions of Africa. Her efforts have not only boosted the Nigerian creative sector but also fostered collaborations between African and international talents, contributing to a more interconnected global creative economy.

Read the Full CNN Article at:
https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/07/world/video/mo-abudu-nigeria-london-creative-economy-spc