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Wed, May 14, 2025

by: Reuters

Tajikistan decriminalises 'liking' social media posts deemed extremist

Tajik President Emomali Rakhmon signed a law on Wednesday removing criminal liability for "liking" posts on social media containing material that publicly calls for terrorism or other serious crimes, his press service said. Official figures show more than 1,500 people have been jailed for liking and commenting on articles that the authorities consider extremist, including videos and posts by opposition figures. Tajikistan is a landlocked country of some 10 million people sandwiched between Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and China.

by: Impacts

The Rise of Micro-Influencers in Black Entertainment Circles

In an era where social clout often translates to opportunity, the entertainment industry is shifting its gaze away from mega-celebrities and spotlighting a new, agile class of tastemakers: micro-influencers. For Black entertainment circlesâ€”where cultural innovation thrives and authenticity is currencyâ€”this shift isn't just a trend; it's a recalibration of power. Micro-influencers, typically defined as individuals [â€¦]

by: Fortune

Top CD rates today, May 14, 2025

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

by: CNN

'Wicked' live musical special coming to NBC with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande

"Wicked," released last year, featured Erivo as Elphaba and Grande as Glinda. A poster for the special shared by the social media accounts for the movie states that the special is scheduled to air on NBC and stream on Peacock this fall.

by: Newsweek

Carlos King: The media mogul making diversity reality on TV

Carlos King, who runs Kingdom Reign Entertainment, speaks to Newsweek about shaping the future of unscripted programs

by: Variety

Variety Nominated for 92 SoCal Journalism Awards, Including Best Website and Five Nods for Journalist of the Year

Variety was recognized in dozens of categories, from editorial to journalism to design.

by: WAVE3

LIVE : Mayor Greenberg's weekly media briefing

Today's briefing includes emergency services investments and honors for three high school students.

by: Eater

Eater and Punch Nominated for 6 James Beard Media Awards

The brands received nominations for distinguished writing, local coverage, foodways, video, and beverage

by: Truthout

Trump Says Foreign Movies Are "Propaganda," Orders 100 Percent Tariff

The announcement comes as Trump is fighting to suppress the news media on numerous fronts.

by: wjla

Arlington Washington Commanders | 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: Adweek

Gray Media Names GMs of Nebraska Stations

Shannon Booth will take over for Jim McKernan at WOWT

by: WLOX

Free Flowin' Fest brings entertainment to Pascagoula's Beach Park

Live music echoed through Beach Park in the Flagship City, bringing dozens to soak in the free entertainment at the annual Free Flowin' Festival.

Tue, May 13, 2025

by: BBC

Arrest over social media post about mosque plan

The Glen pub has been shut since 2022 and can now be converted into a place of worship.

by: Patch

Huntington Director To Be Honored At LI Music And Entertainment Hall Of Fame

The director is set to screen his latest film, "Screamwalkers." He called it a "privilege" and "beyond a dream."

by: TechRadar

"A win for privacy" - Florida rejects the encryption backdoor law for social media

The Social Media Use By Minors bill was "indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration"

by: Out

Social media companies are failing LGBTQ+ community, GLAAD reports

A new GLAAD report shows failing grades for Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X/Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok.

by: HoopsHype

Mavericks plan to draft Cooper Flagg No. 1 overall, will not entertain trading the pick

After making the biggest leap in NBA draft lottery history to land the No. 1 overall pick, the Dallas Mavericks plan to select Duke forward Cooper Flagg and will not entertain the possibility of trâ€¦

by: WMUR

Florida Panthers vice chairman Doug Cifu suspended by NHL over comments on social media

The NHL has suspended Florida Panthers vice chairman and alternate governor Doug Cifu from any involvement with the team or the league, doing so in response to inappropriate posts on Cifu's now-shuttered social media account.

by: Reuters

Google has launched new film and TV production wing, Business Insider reports

Google has launched a new film and TV production initiative to scout projects it could fund or co-produce, Business Insider reported, a move that could help it capitalize on an industry reeling from rising production costs and potential U.

by: Adweek

Billionaire Brooklyn Nets Owners Launch Media Company, Type.Set.Brooklyn

The publisher will focus primarily on video content, launching with a slate of four original series that it will distribute across social media.

by: fox17online

Entertainment News: May 13, 2025

A new menu item in honor of Pope Leo, a piece of literature history found, and a celebrity health update: here are your entertainment headlines for May 13, 2025

by: Forbes

Why Compelling, Newsworthy And Relevant Stories Are Key To Getting Earned Media Coverage

Good stories are compelling, newsworthy and relevant. Compellingness consists of having hooks that draw audiences in. Newsworthiness comes down to being timely. Relevance involves being a topical or geographic fit for an outlet. On a broad level, most outlets focus on a specific topic or geographic area.

by: PennLive

Rachael Ray's latest social media post leaves fans concerned and asking if she's 'okay'

Fans of Rachael Ray expressed concern after a recent post to Instagram left fans questioning her health. Ray posted to Instagram on Mother's Day (May 11), highlighting her mother's impact on teaching her "more than how to cook."

by: TSN

Entertainer Lilly Singh joins ownership group of Toronto's WNBA expansion team | TSN

Entertainer Lilly Singh has joined the ownership group of the Toronto Tempo, the WNBA's expansion franchise, the team announced Tuesday.

by: news4sanantonio

San Antonio Cowboys | 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: The Advocate

LGBTQ+ people's safety has plummeted across social media platforms: report

The 2025 Social Media Safety Index from GLAAD reveals widespread failures by major tech platforms to protect LGBTQ+ users.

by: Newsweek

Nancy Mace sues businessman over social media posts

Representative Nancy Mace is suing a man named in her House speech on sexual assault for defamation due to his posts on social media.

by: Variety

Goldfinch, Digital Genesis Launch $20 Million Web3 and AI Entertainment Venture at Cannes (EXCLUSIVE)

British film financier Goldfinch and Digital Genesis to launch $20 million Web3 and AI entertainment partnership at Cannes.

by: Chicago Tribune

4 things we learned at Chicago Sky media day, including Angel Reese's new playmaking role

As Saturday's season opener against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever looms, the Chicago Sky are on a mission to return to contention in the WNBA sooner rather than later. The Sky finished the preseason 2-1, dominating the Brazilian national team and splitting two games against the Minnesota Lynx. The team's style of play is night and day compared with last season and should be something ...

by: Cleveland.com

Frustrated by pace of power plant approval, Matt Huffman entertains leaving PJM: Capitol Letter

PJM Interconnection is a massive network that helps power 13 states and Washington, D.C.

by: Ghanaweb.com

TGMA 2025: Two 'flopped' performances that got social media talking

The just-ended 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMAs) has become the talk of the town, with music lovers and entertainment critics sharing their opinions across social media platforms.

by: Missouri Independent

Why cutting public broadcasting huts Missouri communities

When most Americans think of public broadcasting, they think of Sesame Street or All Things Considered â€” educational programs, in-depth journalism, and community storytelling that has shaped generations. For many Missourians, especially in rural or low-income areas, public radio and television are far more than entertainment. They're essential services. Now, those services are under threat. [â€¦]

by: KUTV

Salt Lake City Soar | 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: Fortune

Best CD rates today, May 13, 2025

by: wjla

Arlington Capital Insider | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

by: ThePrint

Bright Outdoor Media Official Outdoor Media Partner of India @ 2047 Summit

PNN Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 13: Bright Outdoor Media Limited, (BSE - 543831), a leading name in India's out-of-home advertising, is proud to have served as the Official Outdoor Media Partner for the ABP News India @ 2047 Summit at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on 6th May 2025. The summit brought together luminaries from politics, [â€¦]

by: Berkshire Eagle

Addressing the one-sided media coverage of the Knicks-Celtics series

Haters gonna hate.

The article from Yahoo Sports, titled "Addressing One-Sided Media Coverage," discusses the issue of biased reporting in sports media, particularly focusing on how certain teams or athletes receive disproportionate attention and coverage. It highlights the need for a more balanced approach in sports journalism, where all teams and players are given fair and equal coverage regardless of their popularity or market size. The piece also touches on the impact of such biases on fans and the sports community, suggesting that media outlets should strive for objectivity and inclusivity in their reporting to better serve their audience and promote a healthier sports culture.

Read the Full SB Nation Article at:
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/addressing-one-sided-media-coverage-142139539.html

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