Does the Metaverse Need Burritos? Chipotle Went on Roblox to Find Out
Many businesses are creating metaverse experiences to engage with their customers, but because the technology is so new, there isn’t a clear set of instructions on how to do it. Here’s how Chipotle created and launched their games on Roblox.
Stripe, a $95 Billion Fintech Unicorn, Is Exploring an IPO
Digital payment giant Stripe says it will decide whether to go public within the next 12 months.
The PR Power List 2023
2022 was yet another year of waiting for a “return to normal” that never entirely arrived. But the best agencies are the ones that can ride out change and take advantage of even adverse times. Here are the 25 best PR agencies in the United States right now.
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The TikTok Executive Who Connects Creators to Companies
Adrienne Lahens heads global operations for TikTok’s Creator Marketing Solutions, which connects creators to companies looking for exposure.
Bored Apes Were at the Center of the NFT Boom. Now They’re Mired in Lawsuits and Plunging in Value
In the past few months, the Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT collection has been the target of SEC probes, falling sales and questions regarding copyright protection.
Layoffs Are Sending Big Tech Stocks Soaring
Meta, Google, Amazon and Microsoft have seen their share prices jump in recent weeks after a rare wave of layoffs.
Goldman Sachs Slashed CEO David Solomon’s Pay by 30% to $25 Million
Goldman Sachs cut CEO David Solomon’s pay by 30 percent to $25 million last year. Solomon’s pay fell more more than other investment bank chief executives’.
Intel’s PC Chip Business Is Falling Off a Cliff and There’s No Sign of Recovery
Intel posted worse-than-expected earnings for the quarter ended Dec.31 as its personal computer chip business suffers.
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‘The Man In the Basement’ Review: A Provocative, Intelligent And Suspenseful French Film
A real estate dispute becomes an ideological battle — online and in court — in a film that should be required viewing on both sides of the Congressional aisle.
‘Blood’ Review: Dog Bites Boy, Boy Drinks Blood In This Creep-Show Bomb
This adolescent vampire tale goes downhill so fast it turns inadvertently from horror to comedy.
‘One Fine Morning’ Review: An Extraordinary Movie That Shakes You Quietly
In small ways, this film from Mia Hansen-Løve — starring Léa Seydoux as a widowed single mother caring for her ill father — will break your heart.
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PR Power List Honor Roll 2023
Excellence in PR sometimes takes the form of a firm dedicated to a particular sector. Here is the 2023 PR Power List Honor Roll, recognizing specialist firms.
PR Power Rising Stars 2023
The PR business is constantly recruiting new talent, and the nature of media is that the best of the younger staff end up informing and reforming their firms. Here are this year’s rising stars.
The PR Power List 2023
2022 was yet another year of waiting for a “return to normal” that never entirely arrived. But the best agencies are the ones that can ride out change and take advantage of even adverse times. Here are the 25 best PR agencies in the United States right now.
Arts
Antiquities Seized From Billionaire Michael Steinhardt Repatriated to Italy
Pieces seized from the Metropolitan Museum of Art and collector Michael Steinhardt were among 60 artifacts returned to Italy.
Review: ‘Carmélites’ Is a Nuanced Meditation on Fear and Devotion
A star-studded cast of female voices, including Jamie Barton and Alice Coote, grace this classic production.
Orlando Museum of Art Sanctioned After Basquiat Scandal
After its controversial Basquiat collection was seized by the FBI, the Orlando Museum of Art has been placed on probation by a museum accrediting body.
Picasso-Obsessed Art Thief Sentenced in 2012 Athens Museum Heist
An art-loving construction worker who stole a Picasso and Mondrian 10 years ago from an Athens museum has finally been sentenced for the heist.
Review: God And Man At Applebee’s In ‘Field of Mars’
Riffing on the origin of humanity, Richard Maxwell crams a lot into a family restaurant.
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The Best Ski Hats for All Your Snowy Getaways
From beanies and balaclavas to trapper hats and headbands, these are the best winter hats to shop for your next ski trip.
Here Are the Best Luxury Resorts in Montana
When you crave both tranquility and adventure, these are the best resorts to consider for your getaway.
13 Pieces To Pull off the Racing Trend Like an Expert
Racing has infiltrated popular culture, including fashion.
The Best Beanies To Keep You Warm and Cozy All Season Long
Complete your winter look with one of these stylish hats.
Can We Separate Art from the Artist? Should We?
Actors, musicians, and comedians are much more closely identified with their art than novelists are. So what happens when a talented performer turns out to be a horrible human being?
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BuzzFeed Stock More Than Doubled Following Reports it Will Invest in AI-Created Content
BuzzFeed’s stock more than doubled after announcements it will aid Meta in content creation and begin using ChatGPT creator OpenAI to aid its quizzes and other articles.
Meta Has a TikTok Problem, and It’s Hiring BuzzFeed to Help
Meta contracting BuzzFeed could mean its own initiatives to attract creators aren’t working.
What to Watch on Streaming This Week: January 27-February 2
Jennifer Lopez, Natasha Lyonne, and Eddie Murphy are just some of the stars studding streaming this week.
Elon Musk Promises to Boost Tesla Profitability—and Investors Believe Him
Tesla’s profitability on electric cars is taking a hit from its recent price cuts, but CEO Elon Musk said he has a plan to fix it.
New York’s Attorney General Investigates MSG’s Use of Facial Recognition to Ban Lawyers
NY AG Letitia James wants answers from Madison Square Garden over its use of facial recognition technology to bar entry for lawyers involved in litigation against the company.
What You Need to Know About the M1 Abrams Tank Headed to Ukraine
The M1 Abrams tank first saw combat in 1990 during the Persian Gulf War. Now, 31 of them will be sent to aid in the Ukrainian war effort.
Mike Tyson Among the Latest To Be Sued Under New York’s Sexual Assault Law
Mike Tyson faces a $5 million lawsuit under New York’s Adult Survivors Act, which has seen numerous individuals and institutions hit with decades-old sexual assault charges.
Elon Musk Is Trying to Raise $3 Billion to Pay Off Twitter’s Debt But No One Seems Interested
Elon Musk is looking to raise $3 billion to pay off a high-interest loan he took out last year to fund his acquisition of Twitter.
IAC’s Dotdash Meredith Will Lay Off 7% of its Staff, or 274 Employees
Dotdash Meredith, which owns People, Travel + Leisure and Better Homes & Gardens, is laying off 7 percent of its staff, or 274 people.
Tesla Posts Record High 2022 Earnings but Profits Are Hurt by Price Cuts
Tesla reported a net profit of $4.1 billion, or $1.19 per share, on $24.3 billion in revenue for the three months ended Dec. 31.
Microsoft’s ChatGPT Deal Means Bing and Office Could Get Smarter Faster
Through new investment in OpenAI, Microsoft is looking to integrate ChatGPT with its popular consumer software.
Microsoft’s Cloud Business Is Booming But Device Sales Continues Its Free Fall
Microsoft’s cloud business grew 18 percent in the last months of 2022 while device sales fell 19 percent.
‘Poker Face’ Review: A Playful Revival of Star-Studded ’70s Movie-of-the-Week Mysteries
Director Rian Johnson and star Natasha Lyonne put a modern polish on the old Columbo formula.
Vice Media Will Create Arabic Content with Saudi-Backed MBC Group
Vice Media finalized a deal with a Saudi Arabia-backed media giant MBC Group to bring Arabic content to the Middle East. Its reporters raised concerns last year about doing business with the company.
Boeing Posts a Surprise Loss Despite Booming Aircraft Sales in 2022
Boeing posted a loss of $663 million, or $1.75 per share, for the fourth quarter of 2022. Analysts had expected a positive net earning.
The Most Stylish Dresses for Every Type of Valentine’s Day
Get a head start on your February 14 ensemble with one of these fashionable frocks.
Billionaire Gautam Adani Accused of “Brazen Stock Manipulation” by U.S. Research Firm
Adani Group stocks have lost $12 billion after Gautam Adani, the world’s third richest person, was accused of widespread fraud.
Where to Stream 2023’s Oscar Nominees
From blockbuster smash hits to powerful indies, here are some of this year’s nominees and where to watch them.
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What to Watch on Streaming This Week: January 20-26
Mads Mikkelsen, Keanu Reeves, Octavia Spencer, and more stars anchor your top streaming picks of the week.
What to Watch on Streaming This Week: January 13-19
HBO’s newest big-budget drama is here, plus Netflix has a new sitcom guaranteed to make you feel nostalgic.
What to Watch on Streaming This Week: January 6-12
Murder mysteries with the likes of Edgar Allan Poe and Mystery Inc. make up some of this week’s flashier titles, but there’s plenty more where those came from.
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‘Plane’ Review: A First-Rate Action Thriller
A prisoner on airplane, a crash landing, a desperate attempt to save hostages — there’s nothing new here, but Gerard Butler shines in this vastly entertaining genre film.
‘Saint Omer’ Review: A Gripping Courtroom Drama About Motherhood, Race And Gender
French filmmaker Alice Diop attended the real-life trial of a woman convicted of killing her daughter, then drew on it to create a powerful movie you will not be able to tear your eyes away from.
‘The Last of Us’ Review: A Post-Apocalyptic Journey Familiar to Gamers (And Everyone Else)
This big-budget HBO adaptation of the PlayStation game is well made, but treads well-worn territory.