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"We Are a Vital Input": News Corp Secures Massive $150 Million AI Deal With Meta
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"We Are a Vital Input": News Corp Secures Massive $150 Million AI Deal With Meta
CEO Robert Thomson confirms a three-year agreement to license Wall Street Journal and Times content for Meta's generative AI models.
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Sony Pictures Wins Fierce Bidding War for Sandra Bullock’s Next Action-Comedy
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Sony Pictures Wins Fierce Bidding War for Sandra Bullock’s Next Action-Comedy
After the global success of 'The Lost City,' Sandra Bullock is reuniting with writer Dana Fox for a secret new project at Sony Pictures.
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“I’ve Had Enough”: Jackie O Quits KIIS FM After On-Air Blowout With Kyle Sandilands
BUSINESS
“I’ve Had Enough”: Jackie O Quits KIIS FM After On-Air Blowout With Kyle Sandilands
Jackie 'O' Henderson officially ends her 22-year partnership with Kyle Sandilands, leading ARN Media to suspend the breakfast show and issue a misconduct notice.
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"The Industry is Changing": iPic Theaters Files for Second Bankruptcy and Shuts Locations
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"The Industry is Changing": iPic Theaters Files for Second Bankruptcy and Shuts Locations
Luxury cinema chain iPic Entertainment enters Chapter 11 to pursue a sale, announcing layoffs and the closure of its Redmond theater as ticket sales slump.
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"I Got Paid Zero Dollars": Nicole Kidman Reveals Viral AMC Ad Was Done for Free
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"I Got Paid Zero Dollars": Nicole Kidman Reveals Viral AMC Ad Was Done for Free
The Oscar winner told Jimmy Fallon she and the 'Being the Ricardos' crew filmed the iconic cinema commercial with 'the purest of intentions' to save movie theaters.
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The $196 Billion Takeover: Retail Media Set to Dethrone TV Ads by 2026
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The $196 Billion Takeover: Retail Media Set to Dethrone TV Ads by 2026
Retail media investment is expected to reach $196.7 billion this year as brands shift budgets from traditional television to commerce-driven digital channels.
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"Organic Growth is Our North Star": Netflix Swaps Warner Bros. Bid for $20B Content Spend
BUSINESS
"Organic Growth is Our North Star": Netflix Swaps Warner Bros. Bid for $20B Content Spend
The streaming giant walks away from a Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition, opting for a massive 2026 content budget and a $2.8 billion breakup fee.
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‘I’m My Own Best Product’: Charli xcx Satire ‘The Moment’ Hits Digital Platforms
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‘I’m My Own Best Product’: Charli xcx Satire ‘The Moment’ Hits Digital Platforms
The singer's meta-commentary on the 'Brat' era is now available on Apple TV and Amazon following its January theatrical release.
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“They’re Not Going to Bust Us, Ever”: Amy Madigan’s Viral ‘Weapons’ Win
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“They’re Not Going to Bust Us, Ever”: Amy Madigan’s Viral ‘Weapons’ Win
The actress mimicked her terrifying ‘Aunt Gladys’ run before delivering a fiery pro-union speech at the 32nd Annual Actor Awards.
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“We’re Making History”: Ella Langley and Megan Moroney Sweep Billboard Charts
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“We’re Making History”: Ella Langley and Megan Moroney Sweep Billboard Charts
Megan Moroney’s 'Cloud 9' and Ella Langley’s 'Choosin’ Texas' crown the Billboard 200 and Hot 100 simultaneously in a historic first for female country artists.
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"Clear your schedules": Lollapalooza 2026 Dates Confirmed for Chicago's Grant Park
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"Clear your schedules": Lollapalooza 2026 Dates Confirmed for Chicago's Grant Park
The iconic four-day music festival officially returns from July 30 to August 2, 2026, as fans wait for the star-studded lineup reveal this April.
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“A Gothic Sensation”: Wuthering Heights Approaches $200 Million Milestone At Global Box Office
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“A Gothic Sensation”: Wuthering Heights Approaches $200 Million Milestone At Global Box Office
Starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, Emerald Fennell's adaptation holds firm against Scream 7 with a massive $192 million total in week three.
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"I Remember When" Everything Was Simple: MISSIO Unveils Shimmering New Single
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"I Remember When" Everything Was Simple: MISSIO Unveils Shimmering New Single
Texas duo Matthew Brue and David Butler return with a nostalgic synth-driven track ahead of their upcoming Hollow Crown Tour.
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Alex Warren’s ‘Fever Dream’ Eyes #1 Debut After Viral Paris Hilton Music Video
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Alex Warren’s ‘Fever Dream’ Eyes #1 Debut After Viral Paris Hilton Music Video
The Atlantic Records artist dominated the Official Trending Chart after his TikTok campaign generated 100 million views leading up to the February 27 release.
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Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ Is a Massive Hit With Critics: Best Reviews Since ‘Coco’
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Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ Is a Massive Hit With Critics: Best Reviews Since ‘Coco’
The new sci-fi comedy from director Daniel Chong holds a 97% Rotten Tomatoes score ahead of its March 6 debut.
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Warner Music CEO Robert Kyncl Declares AI the Next Major Growth Engine
BUSINESS
Warner Music CEO Robert Kyncl Declares AI the Next Major Growth Engine
In a 2026 stockholder letter, WMG outlines partnerships with Suno and Udio while targeting profit margins in the high 20s through digital licensing and superfan monetization.
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Oscars See Five-Year Viewership High and Stellar Ad Engagement for 2025 Ceremony
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Oscars See Five-Year Viewership High and Stellar Ad Engagement for 2025 Ceremony
The 97th Academy Awards, hosted by Conan O'Brien, drew nearly 19.7 million viewers and delivered exceptional results for advertisers amidst an evolving media landscape.
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Streaming Bills on the Rise: Spotify, Paramount+, and Crunchyroll Hike Subscription Prices
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Streaming Bills on the Rise: Spotify, Paramount+, and Crunchyroll Hike Subscription Prices
Subscribers to top music and video streaming services will see higher monthly costs in early 2026 as Spotify, Paramount+, and Crunchyroll implement price adjustments.
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Hollywood Slams Trump's Iran Strikes: Stars Like Ruffalo and Fonda Voice Strong Opposition
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Hollywood Slams Trump's Iran Strikes: Stars Like Ruffalo and Fonda Voice Strong Opposition
Celebrities including Mark Ruffalo, Jane Fonda, John Cusack, and Rosie O'Donnell criticize President Donald Trump's military actions against Iran, arguing they contradict his past promises.
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Pro Wrestling Grapples with Streaming Future: Multi-Billion Dollar Deals Reshape the Industry
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Pro Wrestling Grapples with Streaming Future: Multi-Billion Dollar Deals Reshape the Industry
WWE, AEW, and TNA ink massive media rights agreements, sending flagship shows and Premium Live Events to Netflix, ESPN's new DTC service, Max, and AMC+.
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