Wed, June 18, 2025

by: Forbes

Google AI Mode May Kill Online Media As New Ads Boost Reddit Stock

Google's AI Overview and AI Mode could slash the revenue of online content providers. Reddit which saw Q1 revenue soar 61% may win by monetizing direct user contact.

by: Variety

HarbourView Equity Leads $85M Investment in Animaj, the AI-Powered Kids and Family Media Company (EXCLUSIVE)

HarbourView Equity Partners is leading a $85-million investment in Animaj, the AI-powered media company specializing in kids & family entertainment. France's Bpifrance, which plays a role in bankrolling the French tech and AI ecosystem,

by: CNN

Fox News takes pro-war position amid MAGA media feud over Israel-Iran conflict | CNN Business

President Trump's television habits once again have serious foreign policy implications as his administration weighs further US involvement in Iran.

by: wjla

Arlington Fighting Back | 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: Newsweek

Iran's Revolutionary Guard chief killed in Israel strike, state media says

Israel struck capital city Tehran early Friday morning local time and warned of potential drone and missile strikes at Israel and civilians.

by: ESPN

De Minaur backs fiancee over abusive social media

Katie Boulter, the British tennis star engaged to Aussie No.1 Alex de Minaur, has highlighted the social media abuse she and many other tennis players receive.
Tue, June 17, 2025

by: Yahoo

As DEI Comes Under Attack, Inkwell Beach Stands Resilient Against the Storm in Year 5 at Cannes Lions: 'To Be Able to Show Up Is a Win in Itself'

Adrianne C. Smith chose carefully the hat she wore on Monday to open the fifth annual Inkwell Beach installation on the sand at the Cannes Lions festival. Smith is the chief inclusion and impact officer at Fleishman Hillard,

by: Axios

Candle Media's Kevin Mayer eyes exits for Moonbug and other brands vs. holding company

Candle Media co-CEO Kevin Mayer said the Blackstone-backed media company plans to sell or IPO its individual brands rather than the overall company. Why it matters: The strategy marks a departure from Candle's original plan and exemplifies growth potential for diversified individual brands versus holding companies.

by: KLTV

UT Tyler Cowan Center announces 'Big Names, Big Entertainment' lineup

The Cowan Center has announced their 2025-26 season will include some big names, such as Rob Lowe, Randy Rogers Band, Robert Earl Keen, Mavis Staples and Darlene Love.

by: BBC

Alessia Russo: 'Social media could be really damaging during Euros'

Alessia Russo and some of her England team-mates will not use social media during Euro 2025 because online abuse can be "really damaging."

by: Time

TIME Studios and Partners In Kind Announce Partnership to Produce Impact-Driven Documentary Features

The Emmy-winning studio is partnering with the powerhouse media and entertainment firm to co-finance a shared slate of feature documentaries.

by: Variety

Chuck E. Cheese Animated Christmas Special Starring Nathan Kress in the Works From 'Phineas and Ferb' Vets, HappyNest (EXCLUSIVE)

Per Chuck E. Cheese IP owner Chuck E. Cheese Entertainment, the special, which does not currently have a streamer or network attached to air the project, "is not just a seasonal moment it's the beginning of a long-term vision to transform beloved characters into a storytelling universe for today's kids and families."

by: Outlookindia

Pre-Trial Injunction Against News Publication May Have Severe Ramifications For Freedom Of Speech: SC

Setting aside a trial court's order directing international media group Bloomberg to take down an allegedly defamatory news article against Zee Entertainment, the top court said injunctions against the publication of material should be granted only after a full fledged trial.

by: Deadline

Innovative Artists Entertainment Signs Alex Russell

EXCLUSIVE: Innovative Artists Entertainment has inked Australian actor and filmmaker Alex Russell in all areas. Most recently, Russell starred on the CBS series S.W.A.T. across 129 episodes and toplined the critically acclaimed indie drama feature Under My Skin, which he also produced. The film debuted at the Raindance Film Festival, received nominations from both the

by: Reuters

Trump Media seeks SEC approval for bitcoin and ethereum ETF

(Reuters) -Trump Media & Technology Group is seeking to launch an exchange-traded fund that will invest in both bitcoin and ethereum, the two largest cryptocurrencies, according to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday. This marks the second cryptocurrency ETF filing from the social media company associated with President Donald Trump in less than two weeks. If approved, the Truth Social Bitcoin ETF and the Truth Social Bitcoin & Ethereum ETF would join a crowded an

by: wjla

Arlington Business | 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: Patch

Mohegan Sun Recognized For Entertainment, Dining In New England Guide

Yankee Magazine has given the nod to Mohegan Sun in its 2025 Travel Guide, naming it as a standout in the region.

by: TechCrunch

Own, a new social media app, aims to tokenize the creator economy | TechCrunch

Own is the latest alternative to TikTok to emerge in the market, featuring blockchain technology and a token economy.

by: Movieguide

House Votes to Slash Federal Funding for Public Media

Last week, the House of Representatives voted to discontinue federal funding for public media outlets including National...

by: fox17online

Entertainment News: June 17, 2025

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

by: Mashable

Americans now use social media as their primary news source, research shows

Sorry, TV.

by: CNN

Social media videos capture damage from latest Iranian strikes on Israel | CNN

Social media videos, verified by CNN, show the damage from Iranian strikes in Israel overnight. Footage shows part of an Iranian missile in the central city of Ibthan, and a burning bus in the central coastal city of Herzliya.

by: RepublicWorld

Mr India 2: Boney Kapoor Hints At Sequel Again, Says 'Can Still Do It Again'

Mr India 2: There has been a lot of buzz surrounding the sequel to Mr India after Boney Kapoor hinted at it in a cryptic social media post.

by: 9to5Mac

Social media is now the top news source in the U.S. - 9to5Mac

Social media has overtaken TV as the number one way Americans get their news. Whether that's a good thing depends on who you ask.

by: AFP

Dutch suggest social media ban for under-15s

The Dutch government Tuesday advised parents to forbid children under 15 from using social media apps like TikTok and Snapchat, the latest country to propose curbs over mental health concerns."Intensive screen and social media use can be bad for the (mental) health and development of children," said the Dutch ministry for health, wellbeing and sport.

by: ZDNet

This $80 Lenovo tablet is fantastic for portable entertainment - get it while the deal lasts

The Lenovo Tab M9 is a solid tablet for watching shows and movies. Right now, it's 50% off as part of a new clearance sale.

by: Forbes

2025 Forbes Iconoclast Summit: The Great Content Convergence: Shaping the Future of Global Entertainment

Forbes Editor-At-Large and Iconoclast Founder Maneet Ahuja is joined by Netflix Chief Content Officer Bela Bajaria and Mark Shapiro, President & Managing Partner, WME Group and President & COO, TKO at the 2025 Forbes Iconoclast Summit in New York City.
Mon, June 16, 2025

by: Eater

Here Are the 2025 James Beard Foundation Media Award Winners

Congratulations to all the winners

by: Reuters

US news consumers are turning to podcaster Joe Rogan and away from traditional sources, report shows

(Reuters) -Prominent podcasters like Joe Rogan are playing a bigger role in news dissemination in the United States, as are AI chatbots, contributing to the further erosion of traditional media, according to a report released on Tuesday. In the week following the January 2025 U.S. presidential inauguration, more Americans said they got their news from social and video networks than from TV and websites and apps - the first time that shift has occurred, the report said. Traditional U.S. increasingly risks being eclipsed by online personalities and creators, the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism said in its annual Digital Report, which is based on an online survey of almost 100,000 people in 48 markets, including the United States.

by: Movieguide

This Latest Hollywood Trend Could Change Entertainment as We Know It

Hollywood workers turn to "Verticals," one-to-three-minute videos meant for phone viewing, as more projects leave LA.

by: fox17online

Entertainment News: June 16, 2025

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

by: Engadget

Obsidian Entertainment has big ambitions for Grounded 2's small world

Shortly after Grounded 2's reveal during the Xbox Games Showcase, I got to play the opening of the sequel. It's already showing some promise as the bigger and better sequel.

by: Variety

Vice Media Taps NBCU Veteran Adam Stotsky as CEO; Former Chief Exec Bruce Dixon Exits

Vice Media hired NBCU veteran Adam Stotsky as CEO and said Bruce Dixon, who had served as CEO and co-CEO since February 2023, will leave the company.

by: ClutchPoints

Lakers' LeBron James teases retirement decision with cryptic social media post

Lakers superstar LeBron James catches people's attention with his latest X post, which puts the focus back on his eventual retirement

by: KTTC

North Star Sports & Entertainment Network: Coming soon

This new channel will feature local and regional sports organizations from around the Midwest.

by: KUTV

Salt Lake City Studio Guests | 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: rnz

NZ Media Council upholds complaint over RNZ heatwave story headline

A Media Council ruling has upheld complaints against RNZ over a February 2025 article.

by: Forbes

Forbes' 2025 Top Creators List Features The World's Most Influential Social Media Creators That Are Reshaping The Way People Consume Entertainment And Engage With Brands

Alex Cooper, Addison Rae, Alix Earle, Jake Shane, Adam W and Ms. Rachel Earn Spots on the 2025 List.

by: HoopsHype

Only Wizards and Hawks entertained the idea of Bradley Beal trade

Two things here became abundantly clear during all of the Suns' attempts to do just that leading up to the Feb. 6 trade deadline: There were few teams then that were even willing to entertain

by: ThePrint

Ravi Krishnan Launches Abler Sports & Entertainment (ASE) to 'Challenge Status Quo' of the Sports & Entertainment Industry

NewsVoir Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]/ London [UK], June 16: Sports marketing pioneer and entrepreneur Ravi Krishnan announced today the launch of Abler Sports & Entertainment (ASE, pronounced 'ACE') -an IP and data-driven enterprise focused on sports, media, entertainment, music, fashion, food and lifestyle. The company will support ambitious rightsholders, brands and celebrities that are not fully [ ]

by: WPXI

Pittsburgh Fourth of July celebration: Full entertainment schedule announced

The City of Pittsburgh has announced its full entertainment schedule for the 2025 Independence Day Celebration on July 4.

by: Deadline

Vice Media Installs NBCUniversal And Dick Clark Productions Vet Adam Stotsky As CEO

Adam Stotsky, a former longtime NBCUniversal exec and president of Dick Clark Productions, has been installed as CEO of Vice Media.

by: RepublicWorld

Anupamaa: Sudhanshu Pandey Quit Rupali Ganguly Show To Participate In Bigg Boss 18?

by: Mashable

What Wes Anderson thinks of social media imitations of his aesthetic

Flattering or frustrating? "The Phoenician Scheme" director weighs in on the memes.

by: BBC

Social media singer soars from Bury to Graceland

Elliot James Reay says he is keen to tour after becoming a social media star with his retro music.

by: CoinTelegraph

Trump Media's Bitcoin treasury registration 'declared effective' by SEC

According to a June 13 filing, the SEC "declared effective" TMTG's S-3 registration statement connected with its Bitcoin treasury deal.

by: Newsweek

Rory McIlroy shows 'frustration with media,' entitled to 'do what I want'

Rory McIlroy finally spoke to the media after his third round at the U.S. Open and opened up about why he hasn't been talking to the press at the majors.

by: wjla

Arlington Feeding the DMV | 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.

Salt Lake City Studio Guests | 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.

The webpage at the URL https://kutv.com/features/studio-guests showcases a variety of guests who have appeared on KUTV's studio programs. It features segments with notable personalities such as Chef Alex Govern, who shares culinary tips and recipes, and Dr. Kim Mulvaney, who provides health and wellness advice. The page also includes appearances by local authors, community leaders, and experts in various fields, offering insights and discussions on topics ranging from lifestyle and entertainment to education and public affairs. Each guest segment is designed to engage viewers with informative and entertaining content.

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