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☆ 2 YouTube employees explain how to make a podcast stand out on the platform, from strategies for branding to playlists to shorts
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-06 | by ( Amanda Perelli | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

The platform wants to capitalize on this trend by helping more video podcasts to break through. AdvertisementThe execs said they've seen an increase in viewers for YouTube podcasts, in part because more people are watching them on TV. If your YouTube channel only features podcast episodes, Chan recommends placing those videos into a playlist and marking the playlist as a podcast in YouTube Studio. Related storiesChan said, however, that these playlists should only contain full podcast episodes, not clips or unrelated content. Creators can link to a podcast episode from a short to direct viewers to the full-length episode.

Persons: —, Stephanie Chan, Emma Sweet, Sweet, they've, Chan, we'll, Nick Viall, Emma McIntyre, Chain Organizations: Service, YouTube, Business

☆ Celine Dion opens up about life with stiff person syndrome
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-23 | by ( Lianne Kolirin | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

Stiff person syndrome (SPS) is a rare neurological condition that is characterized by muscle rigidity and spasms, heightened sensitivity to stimuli such as sound and lights, and emotional distress that can cause muscle spasms, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Is this my fault?’”Celine Dion attends the 66th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 04, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. It’s morally hard to live from day to day. It’s hard, I’m working very hard and tomorrow will be even harder. It’s the determination.”An upcoming documentary titled “I Am: Celine Dion” is set to stream on Prime Video later this year.

Persons: Celine Dion, ”, Dion, Emma McIntyre, “, I’ve, What’s, ” Dion, ’, Celine Dion ” Organizations: CNN, Vogue France, National Institute of Neurological Disorders, Crypto.com Arena, Eiffel Locations: Canadian, Los Angeles , California

☆ All the surprise guest appearances at Coachella 2024, from Shakira to Paris Hilton
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-15 | by ( Eammon Jacobs | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Voices of a generationWatch more from the Coachella Stage all weekend on the @Youtube livestream at https://t.co/369m1pWQBo pic.twitter.com/CHCyTBKcuX — Coachella (@coachella) April 13, 2024Will Smith performed 'Men in Black' during J. Balvin's set, wearing a very appropriate suit. Olivia Rodrigo performed with No Doubt. Gwen Stefani of No Doubt and Olivia Rodrigo perform at the Coachella Stage during the 2024 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival at Empire Polo Club on April 13, 2024 in Indio, California. AdvertisementKesha also joined Rapp during her setReneé Rapp and Kesha perform onstage together. Peso Pluma Brings Out Becky G to Perform "Chanel" at Coachella 🖤 • @iambeckyg pic.twitter.com/niypTDldVK — ERIKA ❤️‍🔥 (@beckygchanel_) April 14, 2024Paris Hilton played games with Vampire WeekendParis Hilton at Neon Carnival during Coachella.

Persons: —, Lana Del Rey, Sabrina Carpenter, Barry Keoghan, Megan Fox, Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, Jeff Bezos, Del Rey, Lauren Sánchez, Billie Eilish, Shakira, Lana Del Rey's, Christina House, 369m1pWQBo, Will Smith, Balvin's, Arturo Holmes, Olivia Rodrigo, Gwen Stefani, John Shearer, Rodrigo, Bizarrap, Valerie Macon, Childish Gambino, Charlie Wilson, Tyler, Gambino, Donald Glover, Igor, Reneé Rapp, Leisha Hailey, Jennifer Beals, Katherine Moennig, Ilene Chaiken, Rapp, Kesha, Emma McIntyre, ToK, l1TbBn9Mnq — Courtney Howard, Becky G, Chanel, Becky, RIKA ❤ ️‍🔥 ( Organizations: Service, Colorado, Business, Machine, Guardian, Los Angeles Times, Del, Coachella, Valley Music, Arts Festival, Empire Polo Club, Vogue, Bizarrap, WHO Locations: Coachella, Black, Indio , California, AFP, LA

☆ A sexual health company has sued Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop for copyright infringement, saying the association is 'harmful' to its brand
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-03 | by ( Lauren Edmonds | Kenneth Niemeyer | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewGwyneth Paltrow's wellness and lifestyle brand, Goop, is facing a trademark infringement lawsuit related to a collection of its sexual health products. Good Clean Love Inc. filed its lawsuit against Goop on March 28, according to court documents obtained by Business Insider. Goop then used that trademark with sexual health products, which Good Clean Love described as "the core" of its business, according to the lawsuit. GOOP threatens to foreclose Good Clean Love from expanding into product lines related to its sexual health and wellness products. Related storiesRepresentatives for Good Clean Love and Goop did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Business Insider.

Persons: —, Gwyneth, Goop, Gwyneth Paltrow, Emma McIntyre, Stefanie Keenan, Paltrow, Stefanie Keenan Goop Organizations: Service, Inc, Goop, Business, NBC News Locations: California

☆ The 'Barbie' cast wore all-black to celebrate America Ferrera, not protest their Oscar snubs
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-11 | by ( Anneta Konstantinides | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

AdvertisementBut these fans were ignoring the fact that one "Barbie" star was wearing Barbie pink — America Ferrera. America Ferrera attends the 2024 Oscars. It was a showstopping dress that finally gave Ferrera — who mostly wore black during the "Barbie" press tour — her big red-carpet moment. America Ferrera presenting at the 2024 Oscars with her "Barbie" costar Kate McKinnon. AdvertisementFerrera received her first Oscar nomination for "Barbie."

Persons: —, Margot Robbie, Robbie, strapless Versace, Mike Coppola, Barbie, Ryan Gosling, Kate McKinnon, Simu Liu, Issa Rae, Greta Gerwig hadn't, Jeff Kravitz, America Ferrera, Arturo Holmes, Ferrera —, Gerwig's snubs, Gosling, Hillary Clinton, Gerwig, America, Rich Polk, Ferrera, Rita Moreno, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Emma McIntyre Organizations: Service, Academy, Business, AMI, ABC, Hollywood, America, Variety, Latina

☆ 10 celebrities who brought their children to the Oscars this year
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-11 | by ( Mykenna Maniece | Gabbi Shaw | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Best actor winner Cillian Murphy attended the Oscars with his wife and teenage sons. Cillian Murphy and his wife, Yvonne McGuinness, followed by their sons Malachy and Aran. Emma McIntyre/Staff/Getty ImagesThe notoriously private "Oppenheimer" actor brought his wife, Yvonne McGuinness, and their sons, Malachy, 17, and Aran, 16, to the awards. During his acceptance speech for best actor, Murphy made sure to thank his family. The Murphys certainly had a lot to celebrate, as "Oppenheimer" brought home seven awards, including best picture.

Persons: Cillian Murphy, Yvonne McGuinness, Malachy, Aran, Emma McIntyre, Oppenheimer, Murphy, Craig Bankey, Brendan Murphy, Mary Murphy, Murphys Organizations: Staff Locations: Aran

☆ Crowdfunding Hollywood: How studio Legion M taps fans-turned-investors to make movies
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-03 | by ( Sarah Whitten | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

Emma Mcintyre | Getty ImagesWhen Paul Scanlan and Jeff Annison first dreamed up their production studio, Legion M, they set out to build not just a company, but a community. While crowdfunding is not a new concept, Legion M is taking it to the next level — giving ordinary moviegoers a seat at Hollywood's table. That's what sets Legion M apart. For Legion M's "My Dead Friend Zoe," the company collected funds from Legion M investors and from larger, more traditional Hollywood financiers, including Kansas City Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce. He said working with Legion M "felt very natural from the first call."

Persons: William Shatner, Emma Mcintyre, Paul Scanlan, Jeff Annison, Jay, Bob, Anne Hathaway, Jason Sudeikis, Simon Pegg, Minnie Driver, Nandor Fodor, Zach Braff's, Rob Thomas, Veronica Mars, Annison, Zoe, Travis Kelce, Chris Temple, Glauber Contessoto, Zach Ingrasci, Erik Tanner, Frazer Harrison Organizations: Legion, San Diego, Theatre, Business, Amazon Prime, Kansas City Chiefs, Spring Studio, Getty, Angel Studios, Con, Paramount Theater Locations: San Diego , California, Hollywood, New York City, Austin , Texas

☆ Kieran Culkin and his wife Jazz Charton have 2 children. Here's what you need to know about the 'Succession' star's family.
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-16 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Read preview"Succession" star Kieran Culkin asked his wife, Jazz Charton, for more children following his first Emmy win on Monday night. Jazz Charton met Kieran Culkin in 2012 after an "impulsive" move to New York City. Kieran Culkin and Jazz Charton at the season 4 premiere of "Succession." Kieran Culkin and Jazz Charton attend the 29th Annual Critics Choice Awards at Barker Hangar on January 14, 2024, in Santa Monica, California. In April 2022, Charton wrote in one post that she got a tattoo based on one of her daughter's drawings.

Persons: —, Kieran Culkin, Roman Roy, Culkin, — Kinsey, Wilder Wolf, Charton, Jazz Charton, Matt Sayles, Invision, Coco Charton, We've, Charton's, Kinsey, Steve Granitz, Instagram, Nina Westervelt, Kinsey Sioux, Zissou, I've, we've, Kieran, Emma McIntyre, Wolf, The Beverly Hilton, Bauer, Griffin, Taika Waiti, I'd Organizations: Service, Business, Jazz, Warner Bros, Beverly Hilton Hotel, King's College, Hollywood, Globe, Golden Globe, Barker, Choice, The Beverly, Axelle Locations: New York City, Beverly Hills , California, London, Iowa, Santa Monica , California, Instagram

☆ Dan Levy said turning down the opportunity to play one of the Kens in 'Barbie' still haunts him: 'That was a tough day'
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-13 | by ( Lauren Edmonds | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewDan Levy recently dropped a major bombshell after revealing he turned down a role in the blockbuster film "Barbie," which he called "a tough day." "Logistically could not make it work despite desperately trying to," Levy told the outlet. "I think Greta had such a like wonderfully bizarre and and magical aesthetic idea of of what that movie was," Levy told People. Although Robbie played the titular role, Amy Schumer and Anne Hatheway nearly played the beloved doll. Robbie told Vogue in May 2023 that she initially wanted Gal Gadot to play Barbie.

Persons: —, Dan Levy, Levy, People's Jason Sheeler, Ryan Gosling, Simu Liu, Eugene Levy, Emma McIntyre, Margot Robbie, Barbie, Jaap Buitendijk, America Ferrera, Will Ferrell, Kate McKinnon, Issa Rae, Robbie, Greta Gerwig, Greta, Levy's, Amy Schumer, Anne Hatheway, Gal Gadot, Gadot Organizations: Service, Business, Warner Bros, Vogue, Netflix Locations: Levy

☆ Blackpink's contract renewal sent YG shares on a wild ride. Why K-pop contracts matter
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-21 | by ( Lim Hui Jie | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

(Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Coachella)In the oversaturated K-pop music scene, groups come as quickly as they go. Most contract renewals take place without much fanfare — but not for Blackpink, one of the biggest girl groups in the world. When members of the girl group were due to renew their contracts, shares of their label YG Entertainment went on a wild ride. In September, shares of the Kosdaq-listed YG Entertainment plunged on two separate occasions. Shares of YG climbed about 3% on that news.

Persons: Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa, Emma McIntyre Organizations: Coachella, Valley Music, Arts Festival, YG Entertainment, Ilbo, YG Locations: INDIO , CALIFORNIA, Indio , California, Korean

☆ YG Entertainment shares climb 3% after Blackpink reportedly agrees to continue as a group
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-20 | by ( Lim Hui Jie | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

(Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Coachella)Shares of K-pop agency YG Entertainment climbed over 3% on Monday after South Korean media reported that girl group Blackpink has agreed to continue group activities under the label. According to an exclusive by South Korean outlet Munhwa Ilbo, individual members will not be renewing their exclusive contracts with YG but the group agreed to continue group activities as Blackpink under the label. In the future, they plan to carry out individual activities and come together only for Blackpink activities," according to a Google translation. The report added that two members already signed a contract "agreeing to continue Blackpink's activities," without naming the members. It's the latest development in a long-running contract saga involving the four-member group made up of members Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa.

Persons: Lisa, Jennie, Emma McIntyre, Blackpink, Munhwa Ilbo, Jisoo, Rosé Organizations: Coachella, Valley Music, Arts Festival, YG Entertainment, South, Munhwa Ilbo, YG, Munhwa Locations: INDIO , CALIFORNIA, Indio , California

☆ Dolly Parton ‘Rockstar’ album takeaways
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-18 | by ( Dan Heching | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

CNN —It’s already a vital American truth that Dolly Parton is a national treasure, and has been for decades. From there, Parton saw a challenge to become a rockstar in her own right, and after her husband suggested she do a rock album, she embarked on the journey, culminating with Friday’s release of her appropriately titled forty-ninth (!!) Cover of "Rockstar" by Dolly Parton. Butterfly Records/APThe second track is also an original song, “World on Fire,” which dutifully tries to ruffle some feathers (like a rockstar would) by commenting on the state of the world today. Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus perform onstage at the 61st annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center on February 10, 2019 in Los Angeles, California.

Persons: CNN — It’s, Dolly Parton, Parton, Rockstar ”, Richie Sambora, Dolly, Carl, Ann Wilson, John Fogerty, Kid, Prince, Miley Cyrus, Stevie Nicks, Melissa Etheridge, Ronnie McDowell –, Elvis Presley –, Cyrus, Emma McIntyre, Pink, Brandi Carlile, Peter Frampton, “, Kevin Cronin, Frampton, Cronin, Elton John’s “, Sasha Flute, Linda Perry, Pat Benatar, Neil Geraldo Organizations: CNN, Hall of Fame, rockstar, Rockstar, Butterfly, Staples Center, The Recording, REO, Zeppelin Locations: Los Angeles , California

☆ Idris Elba says he’s a ‘workaholic’ and is in therapy to tackle ‘unhealthy habits’
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-03 | by ( Issy Ronald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —British actor Idris Elba has said that he’s an “absolute workaholic” and is in therapy to tackle “unhealthy habits.”Speaking to the “Changes with Annie Macmanus” podcast in an episode released Monday, Elba said he’s been in therapy for about a year. “In my therapy I’ve been thinking a lot about changing,” he said. It’s just that I have some unhealthy habits that have just really formed.”“I work in an industry that I am rewarded for those unhealthy habits,” Elba added: “I’m a workaholic. I’m an absolute workaholic. On the same podcast, Elba spoke about how becoming a father to his three children “grounded [him] massively” and the self-reflection that it has prompted.

Persons: Idris Elba, Annie Macmanus ”, Elba, he’s, ”, “ It’s, ” Elba, ‘ I’m, ” Idris Elba, Presley Ann, Stringer Bell, Luther, Emma McIntyre, “, Idris Organizations: CNN, “, Getty, HBO, BBC, Glastonbury Festival, University Locations: British, Coachella, Bergen, Norway

☆ Shares of YG tumble over 13% after report three Blackpink members will not renew contracts
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-21 | by ( Lim Hui Jie | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

INDIO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 22: (L-R) Rosé, Jennie, Jisoo, and Lisa of BLACKPINK perform at the Coachella Stage during the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 22, 2023 in Indio, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Coachella)Shares of K-pop agency YG Entertainment tumbled 13.28% on Thursday after South Korean media reported that three of the four members of girl group Blackpink will not sign new contracts with the label. South Korean outlet Sports Seoul reported, citing "multiple music industry officials," that members Jisoo, Jennie and Lisa will sign contracts with other labels, while Rosé will renew her contract with YG. Reuters reported that YG said contract talks are ongoing and nothing has been decided. This comes after Thailand-born Lisa allegedly rejected two contract renewal offers from YG last week, with the size of the contract reportedly worth 50 billion South Korean won ($37.6 million).

Persons: Rosé, Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa of BLACKPINK, Emma McIntyre, Lisa Organizations: Coachella, Valley Music, Arts Festival, YG Entertainment, South, Sports Seoul, YG, Reuters, South Korean Locations: INDIO , CALIFORNIA, Indio , California, Blackpink, Thailand

☆ AI feature Dream Screen unveiled for Youtube Shorts
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-21 | by ( Catherine Thorbecke | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

The video platform, under the Alphabet-Google umbrella, teased a new generative AI feature dubbed Dream Screen specifically for its short-form video arm and TikTok competitor, YouTube Shorts. Dream Screen is an experimental feature that lets creators add AI-generated video or image backgrounds to their vertical videos. YouTube's Dream Screen tool, which allows users to create AI-generated video or image backgrounds by typing an idea into a prompt. YouTubeTo use Dream Screen, creators can type their idea for a background as a prompt and the platform will do the rest. Chikin Chow currently boasts the title of the most-watched YouTube Shorts creator in the world.

Persons: ” Neal Mohan, Mohan, YouTube Alan Chikin Chow, Chikin Chow, ” Chikin Chow, Alan Chikin Chow, Beverly Hilton, Emma McIntyre, clark, Dick Clark, he’s, ” Organizations: CNN, YouTube, Beverly Locations: Los Angeles, ANGELES , CALIFORNIA, Los Angeles , California, Silicon Valley

This is Blackswan, a K-pop group whose members hail from around the world. Gabi agreed, chiming in: “Everything that a K-pop group has, we have.”Trained the Korean wayThe four members may not be Korean, but their journey to Blackswan followed a well-worn, uniquely Korean path that involved auditioning to become trainees in a hyper-competitive program. Emma McIntyre/Getty ImagesBy contrast, some of the newer Blackswan members have been training for a year or less. “When I was 15, my friend showed me a K-pop music video … and since then, I kind of got stuck on the K-pop genre,” Fatou said. But the Blackswan members say most of the criticisms come from international observers, while Korean fans and artists have been largely supportive.

Persons: South Korea CNN —, Gabi, Fatou, UNIQ, Blackswan, ”, “, ” Fatou, –, Yoon Deung, “ presentable, Yoon, Blackpink, Emma McIntyre, Lee Gyu, aren’t, they’re, Lee, ” Lee, Kevin Winter, I’m, I’ve, Lee Wool Organizations: South Korea CNN, DR, CNN, Korean, DR Management, Coachella, George Mason University Korea, South, Hockey Locations: Seoul, South Korea, Brazil, United States, India, Senegal, Belgium, Waterbomb, Europe, South America, Indio , California, South Korean, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Los Angeles, West Africa, America

CNN —Tory Lanez, the man convicted of shooting rapper Megan Thee Stallion in 2020, was sentenced on Tuesday to 10 years in prison, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office told CNN. Stallion accused Lanez of shooting her in the foot after she exited a vehicle they had been riding in following an argument. At a press conference following the sentencing on Tuesday, LA County District Attorney George Gascón explained how Lanez attempted to “silence” Stallion after she accused him of shooting her in 2020. But if it can happen to me, imagine those who lack the resources and support systems to help them,” Stallion said, according to the district attorney. Megan Thee Stallion performs onstage at 2023 LA Pride in the Park festival at Los Angeles Historical Park on June 09, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.

Persons: Tory Lanez, Megan Thee Stallion, Lanez, George Gascón, ” Gascón, “, ”, Gascón, I’m, Megan Thee, Emma McIntyre, Jose Baez, ” Baez, Baez, Savage, Elle Organizations: CNN, Los Angeles County, Stallion, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Attorney, ”, Los, Historical Park Locations: Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, LA, Los Angeles , California

☆ Sandra Bullock's sister mourns death of actress's longtime partner Bryan Randall
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-08 | by ( Lisa Respers France | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Gesine Bullock-Prado, the sister of Sandra Bullock, paid tribute Monday to the actress’s longtime partner, photographer Bryan Randall. Randall “passed away peacefully” following a private three-year battle with ALS, his family said in a statement to People magazine. “Bryan chose early to keep his journey with ALS private and those of us who cared for him did our best to honor his request,” his family said in their statement. We share two beautiful children – three children, [Randall’s] older daughter,” Bullock said. “It’s the best thing ever.”Bullock is mother to a 13-year-old son, Louis, and a 10-year-old daughter, Laila.

Persons: CNN — Gesine Bullock, Sandra Bullock, Bryan Randall, Randall “, Bullock, Prado, Randall, “ I’m, Bry, Gesine Bullock, Emma McIntyre, ”, Bryan, ” Randall, “ Bryan, ” Bullock, “, Louis, Laila, Skylar Organizations: CNN, Prado, ALS, Los Angeles, Regency Village Theatre, ALS Association, Massachusetts General Hospital Locations: Los Angeles

☆ TikToker says she spotted the prime minister of the UK at her 7 a.m. Taylor Swift-themed SoulCycle class in Santa Monica
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-05 | by ( Alia Shoaib | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

A TikToker said she saw Rishi Sunak at a Taylor Swift-themed SoulCycle class in LA. The UK PM has previously confessed to being a Swiftie and is on vacation in Santa Monica. UK officials wouldn't be drawn on Sunak's exercise routine, but Sunak was on vacation in Santa Monica at the time described in the post. The TikToker — Hannah Harmelin — said she realized somebody important was in the class because of heavy security there. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Anoushka Sunak, Akshata Murty and Krishna Sunak at Santa Monica Pier on August 03, 2023 in Santa Monica, California.

Persons: Rishi Sunak, Taylor Swift, Santa Monica –, wouldn't, Sunak, Hannah Harmelin —, Swift, Spears, Anoushka, Akshata Murty, Krishna Sunak, Emma McIntyre, Akshata Murthy, Oppenheimer Organizations: PM, Downing, Service, LBC, Santa Monica Pier, Stanford, Infosys Locations: LA, Santa Monica, Wall, Silicon, California, Santa Monica , California, Coachella

☆ Starbucks teams up with Blackpink, betting on the power of K-pop
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-19 | by ( Michelle Toh | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

Hong Kong CNN —Starbucks is teaming up with Blackpink, one of the world’s hottest musical acts. The centerpiece of the lineup is the Blackpink Strawberry Choco Cream Frappuccino, a drink that is an aptly hued blend of black and pink. Like other major global brands, Starbucks is leaning into the frenzy around K-pop, hoping that it will translate to a boost in sales. The company has partnered with Blackpink before, launching a collection of merchandise in Thailand two years ago. In 2022, the group was named Time magazine’s Entertainer of the Year, becoming just the second K-pop group to receive the title.

Persons: ”, Blackpink, Emma McIntyre, Kan, they’ve, —, Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa, Rosé —, Dior, Bang, Hyuk, “ Organizations: Hong Kong CNN, Starbucks, Coachella, Blackpink, South, Netflix, BTS, Disney, CNN, HYBE Locations: Hong Kong, Indonesia, South Korea, Philippines, Indio , California, Asia, Thailand, South Korean

☆ K-pop stock falls 7% amid questions over Blackpink member's contract renewal
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-12 | by ( Lim Hui Jie | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

(Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Coachella)Shares of K-pop management agency YG Entertainment dropped almost 7% after reports emerged that the contract renewal for a member of girl group Blackpink is in doubt. YG shares traded at 73,900 Korean won at 2.41pm KST. At this level, the stock is at its lowest since May 11, when it closed at 66,700 Korean won apiece. According to an exclusive report by South Korean media outlet Munhwa Ilbo, Thailand-born member Lisa has "not been able to find an agreement" regarding a contract extension with YG Entertainment. Blackpink — made up of members Jisoo, Jennie and Rosé, in addition to Lisa — has been one of YG Entertainment's most successful K-pop groups.

Persons: Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa, Emma McIntyre, —, Rosé, Lisa — Organizations: Coachella, Valley Music, Arts Festival, YG Entertainment, YG, 2.41pm, Korean, South, Munhwa, Munhwa Ilbo Locations: INDIO , CALIFORNIA, Indio , California, South Korean, Munhwa Ilbo, Thailand, Korean

☆ Fan Bingbing spotlights Asian designers at Cannes
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-25 | by ( Oscar Holland | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

Making her first appearance at Cannes since 2018, Fan arrived at last Tuesday’s opening event (the premiere of Johnny Depp’s new film “Jeanne du Barry”) wearing a creation by Christopher Bu. Fan Bingbing attends the Red Sea International Film Festival's "Women's Stories Gala" wearing an outfit by South Korean label Miss Sohee. Fan Bingbing in a golden gown by Vietnamese fashion designer Chung Thanh Phong. Her looks at Cannes have not been exclusively by Asian designers. Fan attending the Oscars in March 2023, one of her first public appearances outside China since a tax controversy threatened to derail her career.

Persons: Fan Bingbing, Louis Vuitton, Fan, Johnny Depp’s, Jeanne du Barry ”, Christopher Bu, Sohee, Daniele Venturelli, Miss Sohee, Chung Thanh, Jimmy Choo, Harvey Cenit, Chung Thanh Phong, Arnold Jerocki, FanBingbingCannes, Mikael D, Mikael Derderian, Wes Anderson’s, Tamara Ralph, Ralph, Russo, ”, Emma McIntyre, Jessica Chastain, Penélope Cruz, Tony Ward Couture Organizations: CNN, Cannes, South, Palais des, Red Sea, Miss, Sohee, Canadian, Forbes, Global Times, The Berlin, Fashion Locations: China, South Korean, Korean, Weibo, Lebanese, Charleston

☆ I was the first woman to be hired as a pilot by a major US airline in 1973. When I first started, they called me 'the little girl' and a uniform for women didn't even exist.
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-28 | by ( Bianca Giacobone | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

When American Airlines hired her in 1973, Bonnie Tiburzi was the only woman among 214 new hires. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Bonnie Tiburzi, the first woman to fly with American Airlines as a pilot in 1973. A Boeing 727 jet in American Airlines livery similar to the one Tiburzi would have operated. Look like a female pilotWhen Tiburzi first started working for American Airlines, there was no uniform for female pilots. After 26 years with American Airlines, I retired in 1999.

☆ Jennifer Grey says anxiety stopped her reprising ‘Friends’ role
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-24 | by ( Issy Ronald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Jennifer Grey has revealed that “bad anxiety” prevented her from reprising her role in “Friends,” as she opened up about her time on the show. Grey appeared in the classic 1987 film "Dirty Dancing," which catapulted her to fame. Emma McIntyre/WireImage/Getty Images“It’s very hard to be a guest star because you’re not a part of it, and you’re really trying to figure it all out,” she added. “They were trying to figure out what the character was, what the scene was, and it was changing, and changing, and changing. It makes me sad that I would say no to continuing on Friends…because of my anxiety.

☆ A timeline of Elon Musk's and Grimes' relationship, from making their debut at the Met Gala to co-parenting two kids together
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-26 | by ( Avery Hartmans | Jyoti Mann | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

"I would probably refer to him as my boyfriend, but we're very fluid," Grimes told Vanity Fair. "We live in separate houses. She also said that they plan to have one or two more kids together. But after the interview was published, Grimes said she and Musk had already broken up again. Elon Musk and Grimes Pascal Le Segretiain/Getty Images, left, and Emma McIntyre/Getty ImagesSource: Insider, @Grimezsz/Twitter

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