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Newark’s New Media High School to Launch Amid New Jersey’s $833M Film Boom
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Newark’s New Media High School to Launch Amid New Jersey’s $833M Film Boom
Opening in September 2026, the specialized school will train students for careers at major nearby hubs like Lionsgate Studios Newark and Netflix.
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Labels Sue and Sign: The High-Stakes Battle Over AI Music Licensing
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Labels Sue and Sign: The High-Stakes Battle Over AI Music Licensing
While Sony and Universal sue AI startups Suno and Udio, they are simultaneously striking deals with YouTube to monetize voice cloning technology.
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Commercials Are Back: Ad-Supported Plans to Drive All Streaming Growth by 2026
BUSINESS
Commercials Are Back: Ad-Supported Plans to Drive All Streaming Growth by 2026
New data shows Netflix, Disney+, and Max will rely entirely on ad-supported tiers for U.S. expansion as premium subscription prices continue to climb.
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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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Move Over, Malibu! New Jersey is Officially 'Hollywood East'
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Move Over, Malibu! New Jersey is Officially 'Hollywood East'
Major studios like Netflix and Lionsgate are flocking to the Garden State as production spending hits a record $833 million in 2024.
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Hollywood vs. AI: SAG-AFTRA and WGA Launch High-Stakes 2026 Contract Talks
BUSINESS
Hollywood vs. AI: SAG-AFTRA and WGA Launch High-Stakes 2026 Contract Talks
Actors are demanding a 'Tilly tax' on digital clones while writers seek stronger protections as negotiations with the AMPTP officially heat up.
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"I’m Back": Bob Odenkirk’s 'Nobody 2' Punches to #1 on Netflix
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"I’m Back": Bob Odenkirk’s 'Nobody 2' Punches to #1 on Netflix
The high-octane sequel from Universal Pictures dominates the U.S. streaming charts on March 16, 2026, following its August 2025 theatrical release.
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Krafton Ordered to Reinstate Subnautica CEO After Using ChatGPT to Plot His Firing
BUSINESS
Krafton Ordered to Reinstate Subnautica CEO After Using ChatGPT to Plot His Firing
A Delaware court ruled that Krafton CEO CH Kim used AI to fabricate reasons for firing Unknown Worlds founder Charlie Cleveland to dodge a $250 million payout.
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Fox News Digital Crushes Records with 3.5 Billion Minutes in February
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Fox News Digital Crushes Records with 3.5 Billion Minutes in February
The platform celebrated its 60th consecutive month at the top, boasting a massive 37% jump in unique visitors year-over-year.
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Charli XCX’s ‘360’ Sparks Viral Instagram Trend After ‘Bridgerton’ Feature
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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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Fox Nation Revisits the Chilling Chris Watts Case in New True Crime Special
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Fox Nation Revisits the Chilling Chris Watts Case in New True Crime Special
The documentary, which premiered March 16, 2026, dives into the digital footprint and psychological profile of the Colorado family murderer.
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Lewis Hamilton Fuels Kim Kardashian Romance Rumors After Oscars Party
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Lewis Hamilton Fuels Kim Kardashian Romance Rumors After Oscars Party
The F1 champion and the SKIMS mogul have fans buzzing following a flirty social media interaction and a string of high-profile 2026 appearances.
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Peacock Goes Vertical With AI NBA Streams and Virtual Andy Cohen
BUSINESS
Peacock Goes Vertical With AI NBA Streams and Virtual Andy Cohen
The streaming service will launch a beta for 9:16 aspect ratio NBA games this spring alongside a personalized Bravo experience hosted by an AI Andy Cohen.
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Too Lost Scores Nine-Figure Investment from TA Associates and GoldState Music
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Too Lost Scores Nine-Figure Investment from TA Associates and GoldState Music
The independent music platform will use the massive capital injection to fund artist advances, catalog acquisitions, and tech development while founders retain control.
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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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No Robots Allowed: Supreme Court Shuts Down AI Art Copyright Bid
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No Robots Allowed: Supreme Court Shuts Down AI Art Copyright Bid
The high court declined to hear Stephen Thaler’s appeal, solidifying the rule that only humans can be legal authors of creative works.
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Oscars at Home: Stream Nominees 'Hamnet' and 'It Was Just an Accident' Now
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Oscars at Home: Stream Nominees 'Hamnet' and 'It Was Just an Accident' Now
As the 98th Academy Awards approach, top contenders find homes on Peacock, Hulu, and Disney+ for viewers to catch up before the big night.
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Artists Fight Back: EU Moves to Make AI Companies Pay for Training Data
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Artists Fight Back: EU Moves to Make AI Companies Pay for Training Data
The European Parliament's Legal Affairs Committee has adopted a report demanding 'fair remuneration' and transparency from AI developers using copyrighted creative works.
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“The Fan Edit Is the New Trailer”: How Lionsgate and HBO Are Hacking the TikTok Algorithm
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“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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TikTok Edits Take Over Hollywood: Why Studios Are Hiring Their Biggest Fans
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TikTok Edits Take Over Hollywood: Why Studios Are Hiring Their Biggest Fans
Major players like Lionsgate and Netflix are ditching traditional trailers for fan-made 'velocity edits' to capture Gen Z's attention and drive box office numbers.
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