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BUSINESS
"I'd Cancel Over $5": Most Streamers Now Choose Ads as Prices Climb
A new Deloitte report finds that 68% of viewers now opt for ad-supported tiers, driven by frustration over rising costs and a willingness to trade time for savings.
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BUSINESS
LiveOne Hits 60 Million LG TVs in Massive New North American Distribution Deal
The NASDAQ-listed media giant partners with LG Electronics to bring music and podcasts to living rooms across the continent.
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Goo Goo Dolls’ 'Iris' Hits 5 Billion Streams as TikTok Trend Goes Diamond
MUSIC
Goo Goo Dolls’ 'Iris' Hits 5 Billion Streams as TikTok Trend Goes Diamond
The 1998 hit from 'City of Angels' is having a massive social media moment, connecting new fans and earning the band one of music's highest honors.
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Oscars Ratings Slip: 2026 Ceremony Draws 17.9 Million Viewers
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Oscars Ratings Slip: 2026 Ceremony Draws 17.9 Million Viewers
The 98th Academy Awards saw a 9% viewership decline on ABC and Hulu, marking the lowest audience numbers for the prestigious ceremony since 2022.
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Charli XCX’s ‘360’ Sparks Viral Instagram Trend After ‘Bridgerton’ Feature
MUSIC
Charli XCX’s ‘360’ Sparks Viral Instagram Trend After ‘Bridgerton’ Feature
A new orchestral cover of the 'Brat' hit by Peter Gregson is inspiring fans to recreate Hyacinth Bridgerton’s recital dance moves on social media.
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History at the 98th Oscars: ‘The Singers’ Grabs Best Live Action Short in Rare Tie
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History at the 98th Oscars: ‘The Singers’ Grabs Best Live Action Short in Rare Tie
Director Sam A. Davis leads his 18-minute musical drama to a shared victory with ‘Two People Exchanging Saliva’ at the 2026 Academy Awards.
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“The Fan Edit Is the New Trailer”: How Lionsgate and HBO Are Hacking the TikTok Algorithm
FILM
“The Fan Edit Is the New Trailer”: How Lionsgate and HBO Are Hacking the TikTok Algorithm
Major studios like Lionsgate and Netflix are ditching traditional teasers for viral, fan-made aesthetics to capture Gen Z audiences through authentic, high-energy digital content.
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Static on the Airwaves: Music Broadcast Ltd Stock Plummets to Record Lows
BUSINESS
Static on the Airwaves: Music Broadcast Ltd Stock Plummets to Record Lows
The Radio City parent company saw shares drop nearly 5% this week following a 28.91% year-on-year decline in quarterly net sales.
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"I Never Said She Was Boring": Jack White Sets Record Straight on Taylor Swift Comments
MUSIC
"I Never Said She Was Boring": Jack White Sets Record Straight on Taylor Swift Comments
The White Stripes frontman slams "clickbait" interpretations of his Guardian interview, insisting his critique of autobiographical lyrics was a personal creative preference.
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Jay Walker Podcast Hits Global Top 1% in Massive Media Milestone
CULTURE
Jay Walker Podcast Hits Global Top 1% in Massive Media Milestone
The media executive's hit show, produced by Audio One and distributed by iHeartPodcast, officially entered the elite tier of global podcasts on March 8, 2026.
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Micro-Dramas Steal the Spotlight, Outperforming Netflix and Disney+ in Daily Mobile Viewing
BUSINESS
Micro-Dramas Steal the Spotlight, Outperforming Netflix and Disney+ in Daily Mobile Viewing
Ultra-short, serialized dramas like ReelShort are captivating US audiences, with mobile users spending more time on these apps than traditional streaming giants.
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Alex Warren’s ‘Fever Dream’ Eyes #1 Debut After Viral Paris Hilton Music Video
MUSIC
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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Pro Wrestling Grapples with Streaming Future: Multi-Billion Dollar Deals Reshape the Industry
BUSINESS
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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Demi Moore's Actor Awards Look Sparks Viral Health Concerns From Fans
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Demi Moore's Actor Awards Look Sparks Viral Health Concerns From Fans
While stunning in Schiaparelli at the 32nd Annual Actor Awards, the 63-year-old actress left social media users worried over her "fragile" appearance.
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