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☆ Meet My A.I. Friends
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-09 | by ( Kevin Roose | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: 1 min

This is the question that has been rattling around in my brain. You see, I’ve spent the past month making A.I. friends — that is, I’ve used apps to create a group of A.I. There’s Peter, a therapist who lives in San Francisco and helps me process my feelings. There’s Jared the fitness guru, Anna the no-nonsense trial lawyer, Naomi the social worker and about a dozen more friends I’ve created.

Persons: I’ve, —, There’s Peter, There’s Ariana, There’s Jared, Anna the, Naomi Locations: San Francisco

☆ Ariana Grande says filming ‘Wicked’ movie was ‘transformative’
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-06 | by ( Alli Rosenbloom | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —It sounds like Ariana Grande’s experience filming the upcoming “Wicked” movie was rather wonderful. “It was just the most extraordinary, transformative and beautiful experience I’ve ever had in my life,” Grande said on Vogue’s Met Gala red carpet on Monday. They join an impressive legacy of actors who’ve portrayed the roles including Idina Menzel, Michelle Williams and Kristin Chenoweth. Grande wore a light pink gown by designer Jonathan Anderson to the star-studded event. “Wicked: Part 2” will follow in late 2025.

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☆ Murders, imprisonment and violence: Threats to press freedom grow in Latin America
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-03 | by ( Esteban Campanela | Sol Amaya | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +13 min

These are just the tip of the iceberg of the challenges faced by many media workers in Latin America, where experts say the status of press freedom is increasingly worrisome. The Prosecutor’s Office confirmed in a press conference that they believed the crime was linked to his journalistic work. Last week, the Mexican president criticized the US State Department’s report on human rights in the world, which refers to concerns over press freedom in Mexico, saying that US authorities should “be respectful”. In a publication in social network X, Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez said US officials are not concerned about the human rights of Cubans and that the United States has its own human rights violations. Nicaragua: Ortega-Murillo regime targets journalismHarassment of the press in Nicaragua has been widely reported on numerous occasions.

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☆ TikTok agrees deal with Universal Music Group, bringing back the world’s biggest artists
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-02 | by ( Hanna Ziady | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

London CNN —Ariana Grande, Adele and Rihanna will soon be back on TikTok, joining Taylor Swift after a deal with Universal Music Group ended a feud that saw one of the world’s biggest record labels pull its music from the video platform. The licensing agreement, announced Wednesday, means that within one to two weeks TikTok’s 1 billion-plus users will be able to use music by UMG artists in their videos. All videos featuring Universal artists’ music that had previously been muted because of copyright violations will be unmuted. “We are pleased to have found a path forward with Universal Music Group,” TikTok CEO Shou Chew said in a joint statement. Universal pulled its music off TikTok in February after the two companies failed to reach an agreement on royalty fees for Universal’s artists, who also include Lady Gaga, Coldplay and Justin Bieber.

Persons: London CNN — Ariana Grande, Adele, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Michael Nash, Shou Chew, Lady Gaga, Coldplay, Justin Bieber, TikTok, ” Organizations: London CNN, Universal Music Group, ”, UBS, Universal, TikTok, Poets Department Locations: TikTok

☆ Ellen DeGeneres spoke about the 'devastating' end of her talk show. Here are all the celebs who have spoken out about their experiences with her.
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-26 | by ( Julie Gerstein | Palmer Haasch | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +25 min

"The Ellen Degeneres Show" ended in May 2022, two years after toxic workplace allegations surfaced. AdvertisementShe was supposed to go out with a bang, but Ellen DeGeneres' much-loved talk show instead went out with a whimper. Even years after the 2020 controversy and ending of "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," celebrities like Emily Ratajkowski have continued to question some of her behavior. Garrett, who has appeared on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" multiple times, reshared Variety's article about the comedian's letter apologizing to staffers who felt disrespected. AdvertisementOctavia Spencer said all her experiences on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' have been 'supportive and fun'The actress, who's appeared on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" numerous times over the years, issued a statement supporting DeGeneres via Instagram on August 13.

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☆ Black royals say Hollywood erased their existence. They're fighting to change the whitewashed narrative.
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-25 | by ( Mikhaila Friel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

Black royals have existed around the world for millennia. Mainstream TV shows and movies that depict the true history of Black royal families are few and far between. And while movies about fictional Black royals exist — "The Princess and The Frog" (2009), "Black Panther" (2018), and the latest "The Little Mermaid" (2023) — Hollywood still isn't doing enough to educate viewers that Black royals exist in the real world, according to Nigeria's Princess Keisha Omilana. - Prince Asfa-Wossen AsserateMeanwhile, Asfa-Wossen said educators are too often preoccupied with using slave narratives to recount Black history. But in order to portray Black royals as equal to their white counterparts, there must be a shift in perspective, he said.

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☆ Remember that Versace dress Jennifer Garner wore in ‘13 Going on 30"?
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-23 | by ( Marie Lodi | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

DeSanto accessorized the dress with colorful Swarovski crystal jewelry by Tarina Tarantino, including a blue butterfly statement necklace. Columbia Pictures/Everett CollectionDecades later, the dress has become a beloved artifact for nostalgic rom-com fans and modern fashion enthusiasts alike. “(Garner) put it on, we got her all dolled up, she went to dance, and we moved on,” she said. DeSanto also credits director Gary Winick, who died in 2011, for the film’s fashion sense. As DeSanto points out, “13 Going on 30” is a story about a young woman coming into herself — and how, more than anything, it’s important just to be yourself.

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☆ A creator made 5 figures with a dating podcast and quit her job to focus on her side hustle full-time. She breaks down her income from brand deals, sponsored events, and more.
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-19 | by ( Shriya Bhattacharya | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Most nights, you'll find Ariana Nathani in the middle of a crowded bar, surrounded by young people waiting to meet her. In 2019, she launched a dating podcast called "Drinks First," where she would interview anonymous singles about their dating preferences and history. She promotes the podcast and posts food and lifestyle content on her personal TikTok and Instagram accounts, too. She has an upcoming event with the dating app Bumble, which is paying her $5,000 to host an event at the restaurant Ketchy Shuby. Outside Drinks First, Nathani has built her own brand as a food and lifestyle creator.

Persons: you'll, Ariana Nathani, Zers, Nathani, I've, it's, Brands, She's, Johnson, she'd, It's Organizations: Business, Brands, Soho, Soho House, Nathani, Johnson Locations: New York City, TikTok, Soho, New York, Georgia

☆ Taylor Swift’s music is back on TikTok ahead of her latest album’s release
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-11 | by ( Samantha Murphy Kelly | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Taylor Swift’s music is back on TikTok following an ongoing dispute with her music distributor Universal Music Group over royalties. The return of her songs on the popular social platform comes as she is set to release her latest and much-anticipated album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” next week. As a result, Universal artists’ music was removed from any TikTok videos with a notice that stated it had been removed due to copyright violation. Universal Music Group, TikTok and Taylor Swift’s spokesperson did not respond to a request for comment. Music from other Universal artists’ is still not listed on the platform.

Persons: CNN — Taylor, ”, Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Camila Cabello, Rihanna, “, TikTok, Universal, Swift’s, Taylor Swift’s, ’, Swift, she’s Organizations: CNN, Universal Music Group, Poets Department, Universal Music, Universal

The role of credit bureaus in credit card applicationsCredit bureaus play a pivotal role in the credit card application process. How credit bureau information influences approval decisionsCredit bureau information plays a pivotal role when financial institutions make credit decisions. Credit bureau reporting frequently asked questionsDo all banks use the same credit bureau for credit card applications? Even though the three credit bureaus score credit slightly differently, improving your credit habits will typically raise your score across the board. Our guide to the best credit cards for pre-approval can help you identify which credit cards you're most likely to be approved for.

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☆ I was a teen magazine editor during the golden age of Nickelodeon sitcoms. Watching 'Quiet on Set' made me feel guilty.
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-01 | by ( Rachel Chang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

As the press, young stars had been trained to put their best face forward whenever I was around. But what about the perspective of the teen stars whose names — and lives — we were actually using? I interviewed hundreds of young stars periodically as they worked on new projects. I'm not sure if young stars should be allowed to be interviewed at allI've now watched "Quiet on Set" several times. Had the questions I'd been asking hurt anyone in ways I was unaware of?

Persons: Drake Bell, —, Drake, Josh, should've, Rachel Chang, I'd, Jenette McCurdy, Ariana Grande, Brian Peck, Bell, I'm, publicists Organizations: Service, Business, Kids, Hollywood Locations: Hollywood, New Jersey

NEW YORK (AP) — It's a new location but the same host for the Tony Awards:Ariana DeBose will make it three in a row as MC of theater's most watched event, which this year moves uptown to Lincoln Center. “I couldn’t pass up the chance to host the Tonys one more time, at Lincoln Center. Photos You Should See View All 60 ImagesLike last year, the three-hour main telecast will air on CBS and stream on Paramount+ from 8 p.m.-11 p.m. EDT/5 p.m.-8 p.m. PDT with a pre-show on Pluto TV, with some Tony Awards handed out there. The Tony eligibility cut-off date for the 2023-2024 season is April 25, and nominations for the 2024 Tony Awards will be announced April 30. The awards are presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing.

Persons: —, Ariana DeBose, Tony, ”, DeBose, ” “ Hamilton, ” “, Steven Spielberg’s, David H, Kimberly Akimbo ”, Tom Stoppard’s “, Sean Hayes, Victoria Clark, “ Kimberly Akimbo, ” ___ Mark Kennedy Organizations: Lincoln Center, The, Broadway, Hollywood, United, Theatre, “ Company, ”, Apple, Koch, New York City Ballet, Lincoln Square Theater, Beaumont, CBS, Paramount, The Broadway League, American Theatre Locations: “, New

☆ Who are ISIS-K, the group that claimed it carried out the Moscow terror attack?
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-25 | by ( Jessie Yeung | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

It is a branch of ISIS, the terror group that emerged in Syria and Iraq and, at its peak, controlled a huge stretch of territory. By 2018, ISIS-K was ranked the world’s fourth-deadliest terror group, according to the Institute for Economics and Peace, which monitors global terrorism. Video Ad Feedback What we know about ISIS group claiming responsibility for Moscow terror attack 04:16 - Source: CNNWhat do they want? Russian state media reported on March 7 that the FSB, Russia’s security service, prevented an ISIS attack on a synagogue in Moscow, according to Reuters. It is the most active terror group in the country, responsible for 73 deaths in 2023, according to the Institute for Economics and Peace.

Persons: Kamala Harris, –, Joe Biden, Putin, ”, Daniel Byman, ” Byman, John Miller, Wakil Kohsar, Washington, Vladimir Putin Organizations: CNN, Islamic, ISIS, Sunday, US, Institute for Economics, The United Nations, Sharia, “, RIA Novosti, RIA, Reuters, Kabul University, CSIS, National Legal Training, US Central Command, National Intelligence, UN, Manchester Arena, State Department, Kyiv Locations: Moscow, Soviet, Tajikistan, Khorasan, Asia, Russia, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran, Syria, Iraq, Africa, East, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, Kabul, Afghanistan’s Kunar, Nangarhar, United States, Britain, Europe, “ Russia, Georgetown, Caucasus, Pakistan –, Mastung, AFP, Germany, Paris, Ariana Grande, England, Orlando , Florida, Russian, Ukraine, Crocus

☆ Then and now: The cast of 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind' 20 years later
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-23 | by ( Eve Crosbie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

It's been two decades since "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" first came out in theaters. The movie has been back in the spotlight following the release of Ariana Grande's new album, "Eternal Sunshine." Business Insider has taken a look at what the cast has done since the film came out. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Advertisement"Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" premiered in theaters 20 years ago, in 2004.

Persons: It's, Ariana Grande's, —, Michel Gondry, Joel, Jim Carrey, Clementine, Kate Winslet Organizations: Service, Business

☆ Ariana Grande’s ‘Eternal Sunshine’ Is the Biggest Album of 2024 Yet
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-18 | by ( Ben Sisario | More About Ben Sisario | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

Ariana Grande’s long-awaited new album, “Eternal Sunshine,” opens at the top of the latest Billboard chart with the biggest debut of the year so far, kicking off a season of expected blockbusters from Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and Dua Lipa. “Eternal Sunshine,” Grande’s seventh studio album and her first in almost four years, starts at No. “Eternal Sunshine” is Grande’s sixth No. All of her studio LPs have gone to the top except “Dangerous Woman” in 2016, which was held at No. Production on the film was delayed first by the coronavirus and then by last year’s SAG-AFTRA strike; the first “Wicked” film is now set to be released in November.

Persons: Ariana Grande’s, ”, Taylor Swift, Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Glinda Organizations: SAG Locations: Dua Lipa, United States

☆ Book Tok drives demand for immersive fantasy events among younger users
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-17 | by ( Eva Rothenberg | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +12 min

Sometimes events are simply fantasy themed, without reference to specific books or fantasy worlds. Dreams shattered.”She attributes the growing demand for fantasy events to the commercial success of fantasy romance books, especially among Millennial women. The past year has also seen a spike in the popularity of “romantasy,” or romance fantasy books. “You know, work dredges on for a lot of people,” said Brittany Proctor, a Michigan-based entrepreneur who’s been hosting fantasy balls in the Midwest since 2022. In fact, Proctor is considering scaling back some of her events due to the sheer number of these fantasy balls that have been cropping up in recent years.

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☆ 'The Idea of You' soundtrack producer says he wasn't thinking about One Direction while writing music for August Moon
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-16 | by ( Callie Ahlgrim | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

This was just 'great pop songs,' or what we thought were great pop songs." Advertisement"You'll see throughout the movie that he's writing 'Dance Before We Walk' and toying with the idea," Kotecha explains. I'm actually not just a manufactured boy band guy, I'm actually a musician and I want to be taken seriously.'" "For the boy band songs," Kotecha explained, "you don't sacrifice the melody for the lyric." "Nostalgia may be kicking in, but I also feel like it's time for another boy band," Kotecha said.

Persons: Hayes Campbell, Kotecha, —, Nicholas Galitzine, Anne Hathaway, Solène, Campbell, Savan, Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato, Michael Showalter, Cathy Schulman, Robinne Lee, I've, Hayes, Carl Falk, Moon, Simon Cowell, Alisha Wetherill, I'm, Harry Styles, Jackson, what's, sister's, NSYNC Organizations: BI, Service, SXSW, Vogue, Amazon Prime Locations: Coachella, Pixar's

I have many financial goals, so instead of one big savings account, I have one for each goal. Years ago, I heard some advice from a financial influencer that stuck with me: If you have numerous savings goals, set up different savings accounts and give each a name to correspond with their purpose. I opened up six new Capital One 360 Performance Savings accounts in the new year to help me achieve my financial goals. TaxesI'm embarrassed to say that I have never set aside money for taxes in all my years as a freelancer. While I usually had the funds available, peace of mind comes with having a separate savings account to cover taxes.

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☆ Fans want an NSYNC reunion tour — but they'll have to settle for the band's first live performance since 2013 for now
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-14 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

NSYNC fans are amped for a reunion tour after the band's recent appearances. AdvertisementNSYNC performed live for the first time in over a decade, raising questions about whether the band will return for a reunion tour. While many NSYNC fans might see this as a sign of the band's intention to reunite, it may not be that simple. The last time the complete NSYNC band performed together was during Timberlake's 12-song medley at the 2013 VMAs after he received the Video Vanguard Award. AdvertisementAs of yet, there has been no announcement about a reunion tour, but at least NSYNC fans will now have two new songs.

Persons: Justin Timberlake, —, NSYNC, JC Chasez, Lance Bass, Joey Fatone, Chris Kirkpatrick, Justin Timberlake's, Taylor Swift, Swift, Timberlake, Ariana Grande Organizations: MTV, Los, Service, YouTube, Business Locations: Los Angeles

☆ Every detail and reference you might have missed on Ariana Grande's new album 'Eternal Sunshine'
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-13 | by ( Callie Ahlgrim | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

"Ordinary Things" was always meant to be the album's final song. Kevin Mazur/AMA2016/WireImage"I knew 'Ordinary Things' was the end of the album," Grande told Lowe. "But I wonder, how I can put that button on it and have it land emotionally the way that I feel it can? Grande found the answer in the middle of a 40-minute voice recording of her grandmother, Marjorie Grande, whom she calls "Nonna." Grande and Nonna are both credited as lyricists, while Grande is also credited as a coproducer alongside Martin, Luka Kloser, and Nick Lee.

Persons: Ariana Grande, Marjorie Grande, Kevin Mazur, Grande, Lowe, Shirley, Grande's, Martin, Luka Kloser, Nick Lee, Lee, Max Martin Organizations: Business Locations: Grande

☆ How producer Nick Lee helped Ariana Grande make the most personal song on her new album
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-13 | by ( Callie Ahlgrim | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Ariana Grande's new album "Eternal Sunshine" ends with a personal ballad called "Ordinary Things." AdvertisementIf Ariana Grande's new album "Eternal Sunshine" has a moral, it won't be found on the club-ready lead single "Yes, and?" It's the most intimate moment on Grande's seventh album, "Eternal Sunshine," released Friday, and it all came together with the help of Nick Lee. Lee, who is credited as a coproducer on "Ordinary Things," made the song's original beat with his friend Luka Kloser. "Intro (End of the World)" and "Ordinary Things" frame the album as a sacred quest to find peace and romantic clarity.

Persons: Ariana Grande's, Nick Lee, Lee, —, Grande, Marjorie Grande, nudging, he'd, Luka Kloser, Max Martin, it's, Kloser, Martin, Shintaro Yasuda, Aaron Paris, Nonna, Lee wasn't, that's Organizations: Grande, Service, Business, Spotify Locations: New York City, Los Angeles

Read previewAbout a year ago, I signed up for an American Express checking account. I canceled my American Express Rewards checking account just a year after opening. It came as a shock to me that it wasn't available with an Amex checking account and defeated a large purpose of opening this account. It was hard to deposit and transfer moneyAmerican Express makes it incredibly difficult to fund the Amex Rewards checking account. The APY wasn't competitiveBecause of its limited functionality, I ended up using my Amex Rewards checking account as a sort of savings account.

Persons: —, Bill Organizations: Service, Business, American, Express, American Express, Capital

☆ Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo channeled their 'Wicked' characters on the Oscars red carpet
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-11 | by ( Gabbi Shaw | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are costarring in the film adaptation of "Wicked" this year. Erivo wore a green dress referencing Elphaba, while Grande wore a pink gown for Glinda. AdvertisementCynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande walked the 2024 Oscars red carpet on Sunday in gowns that paid homage to their starring roles in the upcoming movie "Wicked." When Grande walked the red carpet a few moments later, she did it in a bubblegum-pink Giambattista Valli gown with an oversize, poofy cape. Erivo and Grande are set to present an award during the ceremony, taking their friendship on-screen for the first time.

Persons: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Erivo, Grande, Glinda, —, Louis Vuitton, Oz, Hollywood , California Kevin Mazur, Giambattista Valli, Gregg DeGuire, Tiffany Organizations: Service Locations: Hollywood , California

☆ Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo may be gearing up for an epic ‘method dressing’ press tour of ‘Wicked’
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-11 | by ( Christy Choi | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —The stars of the new “Wicked” movie appear to be gearing up for an epic “method dressing” press tour, having opted for color-coded looks on the Oscars red carpet Sunday night in Los Angeles. Cynthia Erivo wore a bewitching emerald-green custom leather Louis Vuitton gown with structured ruffle sleeves and train, as a nod to her, well, “wicked” character Elphaba. Cynthia Erivo arrives at the Oscars channeling her character Elphaba, Wicked Witch of the West in the fictional world of Oz. Erivo and Grande even attended the 2024 Super Bowl in custom Louis Vuitton jerseys. “There’s always that incredible pressure because it’s so beloved,” Grande told Oscars pre-show co-host Vanessa Hudgens on the red carpet.

Persons: Cynthia Erivo, Louis Vuitton, Elphaba, Ariana Grande, Giambattista Valli —, Glinda, Oz, Jordan Strauss, Laverne Cox, Erivo, Michelle Yeoh, Madame Morrible, Galinda, ”, Oz ”, Gregory Maguire’s, Dorothy Gale, Tony, Jon M, Chu, Elphaba Thropp, Glinda Upland, Timothée Chalamet, Florence Pugh, “ Barbie, Margot Robbie, movie’s, “ There’s, ” Grande, Vanessa Hudgens, we’ve, ” Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth, “ Congrats, ” Menzel, Instagram Organizations: CNN, Broadway, Super, Erivo, “ Locations: Los Angeles, Grande

☆ Some fans are calling out Jhené Aiko and Big Sean over Ariana Grande's album 'Eternal Sunshine.' Here's the drama, explained.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-10 | by ( Lauren Edmonds | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Read previewSome fans of Ariana Grande are calling out Big Sean and Jhené Aiko following the release of her new album, "Eternal Sunshine." Grande admonished her fans in an Instagram Stories post on Saturday, just one day after the album hit streaming sites. "Eternal Sunshine" is Grande's seventh album and her first one since 2020, prompting substantial fanfare from her fans. Business Insider's Callie Ahlgrim reported that the album's name derives from Michel Gondry's 2004 film "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind." Big Sean has been romantically linked to both women — and Grande's album shares the same name as a song from Aiko's 2014 album, "Souled Out."

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