Michelle Obama appeared on the "Tonight Show" and threw shade at President Donald Trump for not inviting the Obamas back to the White House for the unveiling of their official portraits. She also discussed her marriage struggles, emphasizing the importance of compromise and commitment in successful marriages.
Grammy-winning hip-hop artist Pras Michel is on trial in Washington, D.C. for allegedly conspiring to make illegal campaign contributions and failing to register as an agent of China. He has taken the stand in his own defense, claiming that he accepted $20 million from a Malaysian businessman and used it to pay friends to donate to a political campaign. Prosecutors allege that Michel was attempting to gain access, peddle influence, and make money. Michel's testimony is ongoing and will provide insight into the case.
Berlin-based artist Boris Eldagsen has rejected an award from the Sony World Photography Awards after revealing that his submission was generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI). His decision has sparked a debate about the role of AI in art, with some arguing it is a valid form of expression and others believing it undermines human creativity. Eldagsen's actions have highlighted the need for a discussion around the use of AI in art, as technology continues to evolve and create meaningful works of art.
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David Choe, star of Netflix's "Beef", has come under scrutiny after a 2014 clip from his podcast resurfaced, seeming to describe coercing a Black massage therapist into performing oral sex on him. The clip has sparked a conversation about the prevalence of sexual assault in the entertainment industry and the need for accountability, but it is unclear what the next steps will be for Choe and Netflix.
Nearly 98% of Writers Guild of America members voted in favor of authorizing a work stoppage, signaling their willingness to strike if they cannot reach a satisfactory deal with the major studios on a new contract. The union is pushing for changes to the way writers are compensated, including residuals for streaming services, health care benefits, and pension contributions, as well as more transparency in the industry. The deadline for a new labor deal is May 1.
Budweiser's new patriotic ad has been met with mixed reactions, prompting conservative dad and entrepreneur John Smith to launch a new beer called "Ultra Right" as a symbol of the American spirit and a way to celebrate the values of the conservative community. Smith is in the process of finding a brewery to partner with and is confident that Ultra Right will be a success.
Bay Area hip-hop star Earl ‘E-40’ Stevens was ejected from a Sacramento Kings playoff game on Saturday, claiming "racial bias" was the reason. The Kings have since released a statement saying they are investigating the incident and the Warriors have expressed their support for Stevens in his fight against racism and discrimination.
