The creators and stars of Netflix show "Beef" released a statement in response to backlash for casting David Choe, who had previously made graphic comments about coercing a woman into a sexual act. The statement acknowledged Choe's apology and mental health support, and said they take seriously the responsibility of telling stories that reflect the world we live in and creating a safe and inclusive environment. They also said they are committed to learning from this experience and being better moving forward.
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Elon Musk has come under fire for paying for three celebrities to keep their blue check marks on Twitter without subscribing to the new Twitter Blue service, which costs $8 a month. This has caused controversy, as it appears to be preferential treatment and circumvents the system. Twitter has yet to comment on the situation, and the three celebrities will be able to keep their check marks without paying.
BuzzFeed Inc. announced a 15% workforce reduction, including the closure of its news division, due to CEO and co-founder Jonah Peretti's overinvestment in the news division and failure to hold the company to higher standards for profitability. The closure has been met with wisecracks online, but Peretti said the company had produced a huge amount of amazing reporting and that it was a difficult decision to make.
Alec Baldwin's attorneys have announced that charges against him in the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of his Western movie "Rust" have been dropped. The incident occurred in 2021 when Baldwin was rehearsing a scene with a gun, which went off and killed Hutchins and wounded director Joel Souza. The office of New Mexico First Judicial District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies has declined comment and it is unclear if charges against co-defendant and "Rust" armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, are still in play. Baldwin's attorneys have encouraged a proper investigation into the facts and circumstances of the incident.
Michelle Obama Shades President Trump During “Tonight Show” Appearance, Discusses Marriage Struggles
Michelle Obama Shades President Trump During “Tonight Show” Appearance, Discusses Marriage Struggles
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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