• Wed, June 4, 2025

by: OPB

Federal funding for OPB and public media is at extreme risk. Here's what you can do.

Joined with member support, federal funding plays a critical role in helping OPB provide universal access to factual information especially in often overlooked rural communities.

by: Fortune

A smuggled North Korean smartphone reveals how the regime censors information

Including screenshotting users activities every five minutes.

by: CoinTelegraph

South Korean media firm to raise $500M for Bitcoin treasury

In a move emulating Japan's Metaplanet, K Wave Media signed a $500 million securities deal to support its Bitcoin-focused corporate treasury strategy.

by: Patch

Danvers Essex Tech's 'The Larkin' Entertainment License Approved With Conditions

The Danvers Select Board placed some key restrictions on how often the new Larkin Center can be used for non-school events.

by: WAFB

New Orleans Saints sign 5-year extension with Gray Media

Deal kicks off with 3 preseason games starting Aug. 10 on WAFB

by: ESPN

Rory defends snubbing media, cites 'weird week'

Rory McIlroy defended his decision not to speak to the media at the PGA Championship, saying he was upset about news leaking about his driver during what was already a "weird week."

by: WLBT

WLBT, Gray Media bolsters broadcast partnership with the New Orleans Saints

Gray Media and the New Orleans Saints have signed a 5-year extension to their long-standing broadcast partnership with local affiliates like WLBT-TV through the conclusion of the 2029 NFL season

by: AFP

Brazil's top court tackles social media regulation

Brazil's Supreme Court resumed a long-awaited review of social media regulation Wednesday in a groundbreaking case for Latin America on the spread of fake news and hate speech.After a months-long pause, the court resumed its interrogation of four cases that focus on the accountability of online platforms for illegal content posted by users.

by: rnz

Run It Straight turns brute force into entertainment, with fatal consequences

As pulverising hits flood social media, the spectacle is also drawing criticism for glorifying "harmful forms of masculinity".
  • Thu, June 5, 2025

by: NewsNation

Impressionist Matt Friend riffs on politics, Cuomo brothers

"I love comedy. I've always loved the history of show business and entertainment," Matt Friend says of his meteoric rise.

by: bjpenn

Anatoly Malykhin entertains idea of potential transition to wrestling after MMA career | BJPenn.com

Anatoly Malykhin continues his reign as ONE Championship's two-division MMA titleholder while exploring potential future opportunities.

by: BBC

BBC Spotlight NI wins Amnesty Media Award

The BBC won the award for a documentary about the murder of showjumper Katie Simpson.

by: ABC

Trump and China's Xi spoke on the phone, Chinese state media reports

President Donald Trump spoke with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the phone on Thursday, according to Chinese state media.

by: Semafor

Trump holds phone call with Xi, Chinese media says

The call comes a day after US President Trump called the Chinese leader 'extremely hard to make a deal with' in a social media post.

by: Forbes

The Spread Of Misinformation Is Getting Worse On Social Media

Photo manipulation isn't new, but until recently, it took some degree of skill to make it convincing. Now, AI can create photos of events almost instantly.

by: AFP

Media groups urge Israel to allow Gaza access for foreign journalists

More than 130 news outlets and press freedom groups called Thursday for Israel to immediately lift a near-total ban on international media entering Gaza, while calling for greater protections for Palestinian journalists in the territory.The letter added that many Palestinian journalists -- whom news outlets have relied on to report from inside Gaza -- face a litany of threats.

by: Variety

Dealmaker Tom Ara Exits DLA Piper to Joins Weil's Entertainment, Sports and Media Legal Practice in L.A.

Tom Ara has left law firm DLA Piper for a new gig leading Weil, Gotshal & Manges' L.A.-based entertainment, sports and media practice.

by: People

Donald Trump Speaks of Elon Musk in the Past Tense in Harsh First Comments About Their Escalating Feud

Donald Trump fired back at former adviser Elon Musk on June 5 after the tech billionaire's three-day social media rampage about the president's 'Big, Beautiful Bill'

by: fox17online

Entertainment News: June 5, 2025

Get caught up on the latest in Hollywood, technology, and more with FOX 17 Morning Mix's Entertainment News.

by: news4sanantonio

San Antonio Lifestyle Newsletter | 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: news4sanantonio

San Antonio Armstrong Army Strong | 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: news4sanantonio

San Antonio Local Sports | 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.
  • Fri, June 6, 2025

by: Variety

Brainstorm Media Takes U.S. on Erika Christensen and Penelope Ann Miller Drama 'After All' (EXCLUSIVE)

Brainstorm Media has acquired North American rights to "After All" a generational drama set in Austin, Texas, starring Penelope Ann Miller ("Carlito's Way") and Erika Christensen ("Will Trent"). The indie movie directed by Kerstin Karlhuber ("Fair Haven") and executive-produced by Christensen depicts the journey of a woman named Ellen (played by Christensen) who returns home

by: TheWrap

3 Arts Entertainment Acquires Olivia Metzger's OManagement

The deal will combine its production resources with the talent management firm's roster of clients, including Craig Melvin, Kristen Welker, Harris Faulkner and Steve Kornacki

by: BBC

Bees rehomed in hives above Bournemouth entertainment venue

Their new home ion top of Bournemouth International Centre was arranged by local charity Bee Mission.

by: TSN

Bell Media and PGA TOUR Extend Media Rights with New Multi-Year Agreement | TSN

by: WCAX3

New York lawmakers vote to preserve media access to encrypted police radio communications

New York state lawmakers have passed a bill to preserve media access to police radio feeds as law enforcement agencies increasingly encrypt their communications.

by: AFP

New push in Europe to curb children's social media use

From dangerous diet tips to disinformation, cyberbullying to hate speech, the glut of online content harmful to children grows every day.It is currently investigating Meta's Facebook and Instagram, and TikTok under its mammoth content moderation law, the Digital Services Act (DSA), fearing the platforms are failing to do enough to prevent children accessing harmful content.

by: fox17online

Entertainment News: June 6, 2025

Get caught up on the latest in Hollywood, technology, and more with FOX 17 Morning Mix's Entertainment News.

by: ABC

Social media users react to Musk-Trump feud

Social media users around the world took out their popcorn, flocked to their devices and chimed in as the feud between the president and the billionaire played out.

by: TMJ4

New Orleans jail escapee who is still at large posts videos on social media

A man who identifies himself as a New Orleans jail escapee released videos on social media while still on the run from authorities.

by: Parade

'Trailblazing' Adult Entertainer Dead at 39

Fans mourned the 'incredibly tragic news.'

by: Forbes

Casino Tycoon Lawrence Ho's SPAC Swings Wildly After Merger With 'Media And Entertainment Group'

Shares of the Generation Essentials Group surged as high as 234% before ending flat on their first day of trading after the de-SPAC on Thursday.

by: wjla

Arlington The Triple Option | 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: Euronews

A very public feud: Entertainment world reacts to Donald Trump and Elon Musk fallout

Celebrities, politicians and social media influencers have taken to social media to provide their takes on the rapidly escalating public feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk.View on euronews

by: purewow

The 15 Absolute Best Science Shows for Kids, According to Entertainment Experts and PureWow Editors

By now we all know the importance of STEM education for kids, but not every parent is a born scientist (daughter of two scientists and unabashed lib-arts major raises hand). Fortunately, it's pretty easy to incorporate some extracurricular learning into our kids' days with an activity most of us gravitate towards to some extent: screen time. Without further ado, here are the absolute best science shows for kids, according to experts (hello, Common Sense , an independent source

by: KUTV

Salt Lake City 2News Investigates | 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: AFP

New Europe push to curb children's social media use

From dangerous diet tips to disinformation, cyberbullying to hate speech, the glut of online content harmful to children grows every day.- EU investigations - It is currently investigating Meta's Facebook and Instagram, and TikTok under its mammoth content moderation law, the Digital Services Act (DSA), fearing the platforms are failing to do enough to prevent children accessing harmful content.

by: Variety

3 Arts Acquires Independent News Talent Agency OManagement, Led by Olivia Metzger

Olivia Metzger, the independent agent who represents Craig Melvin and Kristen Welker, among others, is no longer running solo. After leaving CAA in 2017 and building her own agency to represent news anchors and producers, Metzger is selling her OManagement to 3 Arts Entertainment, the production house that has been involved in series ranging from

by: BBC

How social media is transforming wedding days in Norfolk

Wedding creator Beth Denman says more couples want content from their big day to be shared online.

by: Forbes

How Foreign Governments Control Entertainment Content

This article discusses government censorship.

by: wjla

Arlington Datasphere | 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: BBC

Culture and collaboration at the Celtic Media Festival in Newquay

Media folk from Celtic countries and communities all over Europe gathered in Newquay this week.

by: Variety

How Gamers and Category Experts Are Influencing Brands and Shaping the Creator Economy

How do brands reach Gen Z consumers? Get yourself to gaming platforms, as Havas Play executives explain on the Variety podcast 'Strictly Business.'

by: BBC

How social media is transforming wedding days

Wedding creator Beth Denman says more couples want content from their big day to be shared online.
  • Sat, June 7, 2025

by: Cleveland

Maui Sands: Former indoor water park to be turned into new hotel, entertainment center

Workers have begun demolishing a portion of Maui Sands, a former indoor waterpark in Erie County, and local officials are excited to get the property cleaned up after a few years of being condemned.

by: WLKY

Entertainment Destination Center proposed to boost vibrancy of downtown Louisville

The Louisville Downtown Partnership, in collaboration with Metro's Cabinet for Economic Development, is considering implementing an Entertainment Destination Center.

by: Kotaku

Kotaku's Biggest Gaming Culture News For The Week June 07, 2025

From mergers to memes, the landscape of interactive entertainment is always in motion. Here's your cheat sheet for the week's most important stories in gaming.

Federal funding for OPB and public media is at extreme risk. Here's what you can do.

Joined with member support, federal funding plays a critical role in helping OPB provide universal access to factual information especially in often overlooked rural communities.
The webpage at https://www.opb.org/federal-funding/ details the federal funding received by OPB (Oregon Public Broadcasting) in 2022, which amounted to $2,975,796. This funding, primarily from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, supports various aspects of OPB's operations, including television and radio programming, digital content, and community engagement initiatives. The funds are used to enhance educational and cultural programming, ensuring that OPB can continue to provide high-quality, non-commercial content to its audience across Oregon and Southwest Washington. The page also emphasizes OPB's commitment to transparency and accountability in the use of these federal funds.

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https://www.opb.org/federal-funding/

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