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Juneteenth Black Book Fair promotes literacy and diverse voices in Nashville
This Juneteenth, hundreds of children in North Nashville will receive their first book by a Black author, thanks to a grassroots effort at the Black Book Fair.

Illinois's 10% digital ad tax sparks debate, faces legal challenges
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker just signed a nearly $56 billion budget that includes a new 10% tax on targeted digital advertising services.

States Double Down on Film Incentives, Economic Benefits Disputed
Despite claims of massive economic returns, a study on Louisiana and New Mexico's film incentives found they increased feature film production but failed to boost TV series filming, employment, or new

UK government proposes social media ban for under-16s, economists predict impact
The UK's plan to bar under-16s from social media could wipe out millions in advertising revenue for platforms and creators, forcing a generation to find new, potentially unregulated, digital homes.

Cascade AI tool streamlines film TV production workflows
A new AI platform, Cascade, launched in 2026, now offers an end-to-end solution for film and TV.

Carlyle, Content Partners Launch New Media Asset Financing Vehicle
Content Partners, a firm that has deployed nearly $2 billion since inception acquiring rights to film and TV libraries, just secured fresh investment capital from Carlyle Global Credit.

Electronic Arts Taps New Platform for Sports Advertising Revenue
In EA Sports College Football 26, players will encounter 'DEW University,' a playable team experience featuring PepsiCo's Mountain Dew.

Knicks Capture 2026 NBA Championship, Sparking Collectibles Boom
Just hours after the New York Knicks clinched their first NBA Championship since 1973, Fanatics began selling Jalen Brunson autographed basketballs for $900 each.

Shanghai Film Festival Spotlights Emerging Talent Amid AI Wave
The 28th Shanghai International Film Festival is undergoing a notable change.

Milagros Mumenthaler Prepares First Male-Led Project
Milagros Mumenthaler, an acclaimed director recognized for her intimate female-led dramas, is preparing a new project that will center on a young male protagonist for the first time in her...

Watch the 24 Hours of Le Mans 2026 live stream starting June 10
A staggering 62 cars, including a debut entry from Genesis, will challenge Ferrari's three-year winning streak at the 2026 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Tony Leung Chairs 28th Shanghai Film Festival Jury
All 12 films vying for the Golden Goblet at the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival are world premieres, setting an unprecedented bar for the jury led by cinematic icon Tony Leung Chiu-wai.
David Hockney, iconic British artist, dies at 88
David Hockney's 1972 masterpiece, Portrait of an Artist (Pool With Two Figures) , sold for $90.

Heaven's Gate Cult: A Warning for Today
In March 1997, 39 members of the Heaven's Gate cult died in a mass suicide in Rancho Santa Fe, California.

Jane Eyre Musical's Gothic Production Receives Rave Reviews
Despite rave reviews from The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, the Jane Eyre musical sold only 60% of its available seats during its opening week at the Elysian Theater.

How to Shop for Pitch Deck Layout Ideas Without Regret — And Where the Moon Unit Fits
Finding the right partner for director treatments and pitch decks is a critical decision for agencies and production companies. The layout and narrative of a pitch can determine whether a multi-million dollar project get…

Emily Watson to Receive Honorary Heart of Sarajevo Award
British actress Emily Watson will not only chair the jury at the 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival but will also be honored with the prestigious Honorary Heart of Sarajevo award, though the festival's exact

Jinkx Monsoon's 'Oh, Mary!' arrives in London's West End
"Oh, Mary!", the Broadway sensation that has broken its own box office record twelve times and earned its creator a Tony Award, is bringing its unique blend of historical satire and drag artistry to L

Australian screen producers demand new rules from streaming giants
New Australian children's programming on commercial free-to-air television has plummeted from 391 hours pre-deregulation to just 48 hours in 2024.

Jimmy Kimmel rents Spencer Pratt a U-Haul for a stunt
After losing the Los Angeles mayoral primary, reality TV star Spencer Pratt was gifted a U-Haul by late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, a literal nudge to fulfill his promise to leave the city, according to

BBC Cancels Doctor Who Christmas Special Amid Strategic Shifts
On Wednesday, the BBC confirmed the 2026 Doctor Who Christmas special is cancelled.

Platforms Prioritize Data for AI Amidst New Privacy Laws
In a rare unanimous vote, the Massachusetts House passed a sweeping Consumer Data Privacy Act, granting residents new rights over their data.

Shared Books Aid Grieving Parents in Community Building
In a quiet Ohio community center, parents grappling with child loss discovered an unexpected path to healing.

Fiverr Sees 938% Surge in Demand for Claude Code Specialists
Demand for Claude Code specialists on Fiverr surged an astonishing 938% over the last six months, report Markets Businessinsider and Stock Titan .