Pink, Chance the Rapper scale back tours to focus on family
Several high profile recording artists are retreating from the stage lights to make 2020 about family.
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Now fake Facebook accounts are using fake faces
Artificially-generated faces of people who don't exist are being used to front fake Facebook accounts in an attempt to trick users and game the company's systems, the social media network said Friday. Experts who reviewed the accounts say it is the first time they have seen fake images like this being used at scale as part of a single social media campaign.
'Rise of Skywalker' to cap off Disney's year at the box office
Disney is about to end its landmark year with yet another box office milestone as the final chapter of the Skywalker saga storms into theaters this weekend.
Evangelical editor who criticized Trump doesn't think he'll change minds
The editor in chief of a leading Christian magazine who wrote an op-ed that called for Donald Trump to be removed from office said Friday he doesn't believe his comments will shake the President's strong hold on evangelicals, which is a critical part of his political base.
For Spotify, music might not actually be the key to success
The music-streaming space is competitive and crowded, with Apple, Google, Amazon, Pandora, Tidal, iHeart Radio and dozens more battling for ears. But Spotify is the lead player, with more than 113 million paid subscribers.
Evangelical publication calls for Trump's removal from office
A leading Christian magazine founded by late evangelist Billy Graham -- father of key presidential supporter Franklin Graham -- published an op-ed on Thursday calling for President Donald Trump to be removed from office and urging evangelicals not to support him.
How to watch tonight's Democratic presidential debate
PBS NewsHour and Politico are co-hosting the last primary debate of 2019, which will show seven presidential contenders facing off against each other less than 50 days before voting starts in Iowa.
Washington Post editor says critics are distorting 'Impeachmas' photo
The Washington Post says that a photo of its reporters unwinding after a long day of impeachment proceedings is being misconstrued by Trump White House officials and allies.
Publishers prepare for new California law that puts limits on freelancers
Freelance journalists in California will either be out of work or face limitations on how much content they can produce for one publication. Those are seemingly the only options for media outlets that must soon abide by a California law, going into effect Jan. 1, that affects independent contractors.
IMAX had its best year yet
Hollywood is hurting with a down year at the box office. Instead of going to traditional theaters, many moviegoers are streaming from the comfort of their couches. But IMAX still had its best year yet in 2019.
'Fifty Shades' trilogy tops best-selling novels of decade
At the beginning of the decade, British author E.L. James's erotic
Bank of England press conferences leaked to traders before broadcast
UK regulators are looking into the unauthorized use of audio feeds from Bank of England press conferences that could have given traders access to market-sensitive remarks by policymakers seconds before the rest of the world.
Why are Star Wars droids so lovable? It's science
In November 2014, a little orange and white ball named BB-8 rolled across the screen in the first "The Force Awakens" trailer, the next generation of plucky droids in the Star Wars universe.
Japanese #MeToo symbol wins civil court case
A freelance journalist who became a symbol of Japan's #MeToo movement has won a civil case against the high-profile journalist she accused of raping her.
Homegrown films drive China's box office to record highs
China's box office brought in a record haul in 2019, propelled in large part by domestic movies that took the lion's share of the market.
Welcome to your thirties, 'The Simpsons'
Seems like just yesterday that a five-member family from Evergreen Terrace moved into America's television neighborhood, but, in fact, it was 30 years ago this week that
There's hope for a Beyoncé performance at the Oscars
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced a shortlist of nominations in consideration for nine of its categories for the upcoming Oscars.
Mariah Carey's 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' raking in big bucks
This time of year, it's hard to go a day without hearing Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You," whether it's playing in a store, in an Uber or on your holiday playlist.
49 journalists murdered in 2019, lowest death toll in 16 years
Forty-nine journalists were killed this year, 57 are being held hostage and 389 are currently in prison, nonprofit group Reporters Without Borders said Tuesd
Global gender equality could take another 100 years to achieve
Most of us won't live to see gender equality achieved worldwide, according to a new study, which predicts the milestone is almost 100 years away.
Beijing calls for Chinese journalists to align with Xi Jinping
China has issued an updated code of ethics for journalists that calls on reporters to uphold the authority of the Communist Party and be guided by the ideology of President Xi Jinping.
Feds shut down illegal streaming sites that rivaled Netflix, Hulu
As the streaming wars continue to heat up, the Department of Justice says two men behind some of the largest illegal streaming services have been taken out of play.
Boris Johnson may go after BBC's funding
Fresh off a thumping election victory, Prime Minister Boris Johnson may be preparing to target one of his country's most recognizable institutions: The BBC.
NBCUniversal chief Steve Burke says he will step down
The streaming era of NBCUniversal will be led by Jeff Shell, the chairman of NBC's film and network television businesses.
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