Spotify Shares Jump After It Reports Adding Record Monthly Active Users
Spotify’s stock opened at a 9 percent increase today after the company reported earnings before the bell.
The Adani Group Is Just the Latest Target for Nathan Anderson’s Hindenburg Research
Hindenburg Research, the short seller going after Gautam Adani, has successfully uncovered wrongdoings at a number of companies in recent years.
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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Penguin Random House U.S. CEO Madeline McIntosh Is the Latest Company Executive to Quit
Madeline McIntosh is the third Penguin Random House executive to depart the company in the months following the failed merger with Simon & Schuster.
Hermes Is Going to Court Over ‘MetaBirkin’ NFTs in a Landmark Trademark Case
The landmark NFT trial between Hermes and a collection of digital Birkin bags has begun.
CEO Mary Barra Confirms GM’s Electric Vehicle Ambition After Record 2022 Earnings
General Motors reported better-than-expected earnings for the last quarter of 2022, paving ways for the automaker’s foray into electric vehicles, said CEO Mary Barra.
Streaming Is the New Frontier for Cultural Protectionism
Streaming is the latest medium to be hit with decades-old quotas to show local content as it becomes an increasingly dominant entertainment channel across the world.
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew Will Testify in Front of Congress in March
Shou Zi Chew, TikTok’s CEO, will testify in front of Congress on March 23. TikTok has been the target of bipartisan attacks in recent months regarding its relationship to ByteDance, its Chinese parent company.
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‘Maybe I Do’ Review: Seasoned Pros Can’t Save This Alleged Romantic Comedy
Diane Keaton, Richard Gere, Susan Sarandon and William H. Macy each get a star-turn at pretentious blather in this talky mediocrity.
‘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.
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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
Review: David Graeber Argues that the Enlightenment Was Heavily Influenced by Pirates
The late anthropologist maintains that the pirate culture of Madagascar was a major influence on thinkers like Hobbes and Locke.
Museums Rebrand ‘Mummy’ as ‘Mummified Persons’ to Humanize Egyptian Remains
Numerous museums are replacing the supposedly outdated term “mummy” with “mummified remains or persons”, although the human remains are mostly still on public display.
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.
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.
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The Most Decadent Chocolate Gifts for the Sweetest Valentine’s Day
You can’t go wrong with an indulgent chocolate box on February 14.
Jet Set: How to Put Together the Best Airport Outfits to Travel in Style
From a flowing white button-up and comfy leather sneakers to a soft cashmere sweater and the best classic t-shirt, here’s what we’re loving and coveting right now.
These Are the Most Opulent Places to Stay in Lake Como
These are the best hotels to book when you’re seeking lavish accommodations set in the beautiful landscape of Lake Como.
The Most Romantic and Thoughtful Valentine’s Day Jewelry Gifts
Treat her to a sparkly piece of jewelry this February 14.
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.
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Asia’s Richest Man Gautam Adani Lost $28 Billion Last Week After Hindenburg Report
Gautam Adani, the founder of Indian industrial conglomerate Adani Group, has lost more than $28 billion in a week amid an ongoing battle with U.S. short seller Hindenburg Research.
After Layoffs, Twitter Sales Reps Are Ghosting Advertisers
The cuts that Elon Musk made to Twitter are forcing some advertisers to pull back on spending.
‘Stranger Things’ Was 2022’s Most Streamed Show as Netflix Titles Dominated Rankings
Netflix’s “Stranger Things” earned the most streaming minutes in 2022 by a landslide, according to Nielsen’s year-end streaming rankings. Netflix’s original and acquired titles accounted for many of the top spots on the lists.
Despite the Digital Wallet Revolution, Credit Cards Aren’t Going Anywhere
Even as digital wallets grow, tens of millions of American consumers still prefer to use their plastic.
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.
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.
‘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.
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’.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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‘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.
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.
‘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.