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Media industry
fromForbes
18 minutes ago

Publicists Are Becoming The Talent They Once Managed

Media insiders are leveraging their expertise to succeed in the creator economy, which is becoming increasingly competitive and top-heavy.
#defamation
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 hours ago

Did Kash Patel's Lawyers Have ChatGPT File A $250 Million Lawsuit? - Above the Law

Kash Patel's lawsuit against The Atlantic appears to be a poorly constructed defamation claim with questionable legal merit.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 hours ago

Did Kash Patel's Lawyers Have ChatGPT File A $250 Million Lawsuit? - Above the Law

Kash Patel's lawsuit against The Atlantic appears to be a poorly constructed defamation claim with questionable legal merit.
#meta
fromWIRED
3 hours ago
Privacy professionals

Meta Is Sued Over Scam Ads on Facebook and Instagram

Consumer Federation of America sues Meta for allowing fraudulent ads on its platforms, violating DC consumer protection laws.
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
Law

Op-ed | A jury told Meta its platforms harm children. Here's what New York parents need to know. | amNewYork

Meta was ordered to pay $375 million for harming children's mental health and failing to prevent child exploitation.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 hours ago

Meta Is Sued Over Scam Ads on Facebook and Instagram

Consumer Federation of America sues Meta for allowing fraudulent ads on its platforms, violating DC consumer protection laws.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-ed | A jury told Meta its platforms harm children. Here's what New York parents need to know. | amNewYork

Meta was ordered to pay $375 million for harming children's mental health and failing to prevent child exploitation.
NYC startup
fromVulture
4 hours ago

South Korean Police Want to Arrest HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyuk

HYBE founder Bang Si-hyuk is under investigation for misleading investors, leading to a potential arrest warrant.
#defamation-lawsuit
fromAbove the Law
23 hours ago
Intellectual property law

Kash Patel's $250 Million Defamation Lawsuit Looks Better With Beer Goggles - Above the Law

fromFast Company
1 day ago
Media industry

FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for $250 million over excessive drinking claims

Intellectual property law
fromAbove the Law
23 hours ago

Kash Patel's $250 Million Defamation Lawsuit Looks Better With Beer Goggles - Above the Law

FBI Director Kashyap Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over allegations of excessive drinking and erratic behavior.
Media industry
fromFast Company
1 day ago

FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for $250 million over excessive drinking claims

Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over claims of mismanagement and excessive drinking.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 hour ago

Marketing Roundup: Wading Into Politically Charged Waters, Culture Differentiation, And The Push And Pull Of AI - Above the Law

Law firms must navigate politically charged messaging by grounding their communication in values and leveraging culture as a competitive advantage.
Independent films
fromConsequence
2 hours ago

Michael Director Antoine Fuqua Isn't Convinced by the Allegations Against Michael Jackson

Antoine Fuqua expresses skepticism about Michael Jackson's child molestation allegations and highlights potential double standards for Black artists.
fromwww.dw.com
13 hours ago

South Korea police seek arrest of BTS agency head over fraud

Bang Si-hyuk is suspected of violating capital market laws by misleading early investors of the HYBE agency in 2019, prompting them to sell shares to a private equity fund linked to his associates.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

Man, 47, pleads not guilty to stalking and harassing Jess Phillips

Lee Owens pleaded not guilty to stalking and harassing Jess Phillips, sending her 94 aggressive emails that caused her significant distress.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Tory Lanez sues California officials for $100m over prison stabbing

Tory Lanez filed a $100 million lawsuit after being stabbed in prison, alleging negligence by California corrections officials in housing him with a violent inmate.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
22 hours ago

X Factor finalist charged with attempted murder after influencer hit by car in Soho 'fights for life'

Gabrielle Carrington, 29, was charged with attempted murder, grievous bodily harm with intent, actual bodily harm and drink driving after a car hit pedestrians in London.
London politics
Women in technology
fromJezebel
22 hours ago

Does Charlize Theron's Internet Run a Month Behind?

Charlize Theron criticized Timothée Chalamet's comments on ballet and opera, emphasizing the importance of these art forms.
#elon-musk
France news
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Elon Musk is summoned to Paris over allegations of child sexual abuse images on X

Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino are summoned for interviews regarding misconduct allegations related to the social media platform X.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

French prosecutors summon Elon Musk over alleged child abuse images on X

Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino are summoned in Paris for interviews regarding misconduct allegations related to X, including child abuse material and deepfake content.
France news
fromFortune
1 day ago

French prosecutors summon Elon Musk over X's alleged "complicity" in spreading child abuse materials | Fortune

Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino are summoned in Paris for interviews regarding misconduct allegations related to the social media platform X.
France news
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Elon Musk is summoned to Paris over allegations of child sexual abuse images on X

Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino are summoned for interviews regarding misconduct allegations related to the social media platform X.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

French prosecutors summon Elon Musk over alleged child abuse images on X

Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino are summoned in Paris for interviews regarding misconduct allegations related to X, including child abuse material and deepfake content.
France news
fromFortune
1 day ago

French prosecutors summon Elon Musk over X's alleged "complicity" in spreading child abuse materials | Fortune

Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino are summoned in Paris for interviews regarding misconduct allegations related to the social media platform X.
fromVulture
19 hours ago

Brianna LaPaglia Says Alex Cooper 'Capitalized' on Breakup with Grace O'Malley

Posting old DMs from 2022-2023 when I didn't know any of these things about you. When you didn't try to poach a vulnerable person, my ex-best friend, and capitalize off of a very real situation between the two of us.
Podcast
Television
fromVulture
1 day ago

Dakota Mortensen 'Does Not Agree' With Perception of Domestic-Abuse Allegations

Dakota Mortensen prioritizes his son and reflects on past challenges after Taylor Frankie Paul's domestic situation.
#kash-patel
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

FBI Director Kash Patel Files $250 Million Lawsuit Against The Atlantic Over Article on Alleged Excessive Drinking and Unexplained Absences'

Kash Patel filed a $250 million lawsuit against The Atlantic for defamation over claims of excessive drinking and absences.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

The Atlantic calls Kash Patel's $250 million defamation lawsuit 'meritless'

Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over claims of excessive drinking and erratic behavior.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Kash Patel sues the Atlantic over article alleging excessive drinking

Kash Patel is suing the Atlantic for $250 million over defamation claims related to allegations of misconduct while he was FBI director.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

FBI Director Kash Patel Files $250 Million Lawsuit Against The Atlantic Over Article on Alleged Excessive Drinking and Unexplained Absences'

Kash Patel filed a $250 million lawsuit against The Atlantic for defamation over claims of excessive drinking and absences.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

The Atlantic calls Kash Patel's $250 million defamation lawsuit 'meritless'

Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over claims of excessive drinking and erratic behavior.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Kash Patel sues the Atlantic over article alleging excessive drinking

Kash Patel is suing the Atlantic for $250 million over defamation claims related to allegations of misconduct while he was FBI director.
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Singer D4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old girl found in car

D4vd has been charged with the murder of Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose remains were found in his abandoned Tesla.
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

I Respect the Move': Bill Maher Spills on Trump Trying to Block His Kennedy Center Award

Bill Maher admires Trump's serious rivalry, noting attempts to block his Mark Twain prize, but he remains confident about receiving the award on June 28.
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Zionist Doxxing Campaigns Upended Their Lives. Now They're Suing for Damages.

"This case represents addressing a broader harm caused by organized doxxing and harassment campaigns," said Laila Ali, a plaintiff in the lawsuit, emphasizing the need for accountability.
Social justice
NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Soccer star admits he was wrong about Chappell Roan hotel incident & people are furious at him - LGBTQ Nation

Jorginho misinterpreted an incident involving Chappell Roan, leading to public criticism without an apology.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Eight activists charged after Crown Jewels and The Ritz targeted

Take Back Power, which describes itself as a nonviolent civil resistance group, appears to be an offshoot of Just Stop Oil and has previously claimed responsibility for both incidents.
UK news
Fundraising
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Behind the Coachella glamour: How much influencers actually get paid

Influencers often pay their own way to Coachella, seeking networking opportunities despite varying compensation from brands.
NYC music
fromAllHipHop
3 days ago

Danity Kane Internal War Breaks Out Over False Advertising For LA Block Party Show

D. Woods and Aundrea Fimbres booked a show without informing other Danity Kane members, leading to internal conflict and fan confusion.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Is Meghan Markle really the most trolled person in the world? | Arwa Mahdawi

The global energy crisis persists despite Iran reopening the strait of Hormuz, with significant damage to power infrastructure and ongoing criticism of Meghan Markle.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
4 days ago

Jacob Tierney's HIV discussion is part of a proud tradition of powerful celebrity disclosures - Queerty

Jacob Tierney's disclosure of his HIV status highlights the ongoing stigma and misinformation surrounding HIV, emphasizing the importance of celebrity openness.
Pets
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

'Baywatch' heartthrob accused of Malibu hit-and-run after killing dog: report

David Charvet is accused of hitting and killing a dog with his truck in Malibu and then leaving the scene.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

Good Morning, News: Jury Finds Live Nation a Harmful Monopoly, Oregon National Guard Members Headed to Middle East, and AI Val Kilmer Still Seems Bad - Portland Mercury

Portland's local news includes ethics complaints, weather updates, and military deployments.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Court rules trans people have right to accurate IDs: "Trans discrimination is sex discrimination" - LGBTQ Nation

Trans residents in Montana can update legal documents to reflect their gender identity, affirming their rights against discrimination.
SF politics
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Biglaw Firm's PAC Donated To Swalwell... After Rape Allegations Dropped - Above the Law

Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress and his gubernatorial campaign following serious allegations of sexual misconduct from multiple women.
#katy-perry
NYC LGBT
fromPitchfork
6 days ago

Katy Perry Under Police Investigation for Alleged Sexual Assault of Ruby Rose

Katy Perry is under police investigation following Ruby Rose's allegations of sexual assault at a Melbourne nightclub in 2010.
NYC LGBT
fromPitchfork
6 days ago

Katy Perry Under Police Investigation for Alleged Sexual Assault of Ruby Rose

Katy Perry is under police investigation following Ruby Rose's allegations of sexual assault at a Melbourne nightclub in 2010.
#harvey-weinstein
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
35 minutes ago

Harvey Weinstein's Manhattan retrial opens with clashing arguments over his relationship to accuser | amNewYork

Harvey Weinstein's third rape trial centers on allegations of rape against Jessica Mann in 2013, with complex dynamics of their relationship being examined.
NYC LGBT
fromABC7 San Francisco
9 hours ago

Jurors set to hear opening statements in Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial in New York

Harvey Weinstein's New York rape retrial begins, focusing on a 2013 incident amid ongoing legal battles and the #MeToo movement.
fromTheWrap
5 hours ago

YouTube Expands AI Likeness Detection Access to Celebs, Talent Agencies

"With support from leading talent agencies and management companies, including CAA, UTA, WME, and Untitled Management, we've worked to refine how likeness detection can best serve talent."
Privacy technologies
Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Lisa Rinna & Harry Hamlin snag Pelosi LGBTQ+ Ally Award. They warn of 'authoritarian takeover'

Lisa Rinna warns that the U.S. is experiencing an authoritarian takeover, threatening democracy and equality.
#fbi
Media industry
fromPoynter
8 hours ago

Kash Patel sued The Atlantic. Can he actually win? - Poynter

FBI Director Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over allegations of erratic behavior and excessive drinking.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Kash Patel Says He's Suing Over Report Claiming He's Repeatedly Been Intoxicated in Public While FBI Director

FBI Director Kash Patel plans to sue The Atlantic over a report questioning his fitness for the job and alleging intoxication issues.
Media industry
fromPoynter
8 hours ago

Kash Patel sued The Atlantic. Can he actually win? - Poynter

FBI Director Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over allegations of erratic behavior and excessive drinking.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Kash Patel Says He's Suing Over Report Claiming He's Repeatedly Been Intoxicated in Public While FBI Director

FBI Director Kash Patel plans to sue The Atlantic over a report questioning his fitness for the job and alleging intoxication issues.
#trademark-law
fromThe IP Law Blog
3 days ago
Intellectual property law

The Briefing: Taylor Swift, Trademark Law, and the Fight Over 'Life of a Showgirl'

A trademark dispute over the phrase 'The Life of a Showgirl' highlights complexities in trademark law and First Amendment rights.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
22 hours ago

Enraged Trump appointee sues media for reporting on his drunkeness. His lawyer is a "legal clown." - LGBTQ Nation

Kashyap Patel is suing The Atlantic for defamation over allegations of misconduct, while his lawyer has a history of unsuccessful lawsuits.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Survivors of alleged sexual abuse by former owner of Harrods want enablers to face justice

Survivors of abuse by Mohamed Al Fayed demand accountability and regulation to prevent future incidents, emphasizing the need for meaningful consequences.
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Hulu's biggest reality stars will be under one roof for Hulu's Get Real event and livestream

Hulu's Get Real House returns with a livestream event featuring reality stars and new announcements on April 22.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

New details emerge about the arrest of singer D4vd in the killing of teenage girl

Musician D4vd, real name David Anthony Burke, was arrested in connection with the 2025 murder of teenager Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
#ticketmaster
Intellectual property law
fromFast Company
5 days ago

What's next for Live Nation? Jury reaches verdict in antitrust case over Ticketmaster fees

A jury found Live Nation guilty of monopolistic practices, potentially costing them hundreds of millions and impacting ticket prices for consumers.
Intellectual property law
fromFast Company
5 days ago

What's next for Live Nation? Jury reaches verdict in antitrust case over Ticketmaster fees

A jury found Live Nation guilty of monopolistic practices, potentially costing them hundreds of millions and impacting ticket prices for consumers.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

A single Epstein email shines a light on myths about American justice and art | Alex Duran

Jes Staley's email reflects a racist view on cultural pacification and the role of hip-hop in society.
Law
fromVulture
16 hours ago

Megan the Stallion Denied a Permanent Injunction Against Milagro Cooper

Megan Thee Stallion was denied a permanent injunction against Milagro Cooper by a federal judge.
Intellectual property law
fromAdExchanger
1 day ago

Why A 1967 Privacy Law Is Powering A New Wave Of Ad Tech Lawsuits | AdExchanger

CIPA, a 1967 law, has become a significant challenge for ad tech due to its private right of action and potential for high damages.
Television
fromJezebel
5 days ago

Taylor Frankie Paul Will Not Face New Charges

Domestic violence allegations between Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen led to halted production and legal investigations, but no new charges were filed.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The rape case that became one of Britain's greatest miscarriages of justice

A young woman was brutally raped in 2003, leading to a miscarriage of justice for an innocent man who spent 17 years in prison.
Film
fromThe Independent
5 days ago

Hunger Games actor Ethan Jamieson arrested for alleged assault with intent to kill

Ethan Jamieson was arrested for felony assault after allegedly firing a gun at a moving vehicle in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Lawsuit against gay activist could help destroy the right to protest, judge & lawyers say - LGBTQ Nation

A federal appeals court ruling may deter individuals from participating in protests, impacting free speech and assembly rights.
NYC music
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Kanye West sued for battery, emotional distress over 'cowardly' altercation at Chateau Marmont

Ye faces a civil lawsuit for allegedly punching a man in West Hollywood, resulting in serious injuries and medical expenses.
US politics
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
2 days ago

Judge sides with plaintiffs in case against online ICE trackers

A judge granted a preliminary injunction allowing a Facebook group to continue monitoring ICE activities, citing First Amendment rights against government suppression.
Law
fromJezebel
22 hours ago

You Might Want to Check That Your Lawyer Isn't Submitting AI Slop Briefs

Commercial AI has eroded trust in professionals, raising concerns about reliance on AI for critical tasks like medical diagnoses and legal representation.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

TMZ Turns Its Pitiless Lens on Politicians

TMZ has expanded its focus to include politicians, highlighting their perceived irresponsibility while enjoying leisure activities during government crises.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Claims Epstein's Victims or Whatever' Have Refused To Go Under Oath'

Trump stated that Epstein's victims refused to testify under oath, despite Melania Trump's call for public hearings.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.20.26 - Above the Law

The Supreme Court's shadow docket reflects John Roberts' prioritization of personal interests over legal precedent.
#blake-lively
Television
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Blake Lively Speaks About 'Unfathomably Painful' Lawsuit

Blake Lively expresses gratitude for the court's ruling allowing her case against Justin Baldoni to proceed to trial, emphasizing the importance of speaking up against retaliation.
Law
fromThe Independent
2 weeks ago

Blake Lively pledges to continue Justin Baldoni lawsuit after harassment setback

Blake Lively will continue her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni despite most claims being dismissed, focusing on retaliation and breach of contract.
Television
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Blake Lively Speaks About 'Unfathomably Painful' Lawsuit

Blake Lively expresses gratitude for the court's ruling allowing her case against Justin Baldoni to proceed to trial, emphasizing the importance of speaking up against retaliation.
Law
fromThe Independent
2 weeks ago

Blake Lively pledges to continue Justin Baldoni lawsuit after harassment setback

Blake Lively will continue her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni despite most claims being dismissed, focusing on retaliation and breach of contract.
Media industry
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Big advertisers agree to settle FTC probe of alleged boycott against X, others

Three major ad agencies settled an FTC probe for allegedly boycotting online platforms based on political content, violating antitrust laws.
fromVulture
6 days ago

Taylor Frankie Paul Is Not Being Charged With Domestic Assault

The remaining incidents lack sufficient evidence to support filing criminal charges where the state must be able to prove such allegations beyond a reasonable date. Such incidents lack specificity as to when and what actually occurred or corroboration.
NYC LGBT
#kevin-spacey-settlement
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Some Law Firms Got Paid, Others Still Waiting By The Mailbox- See Generally - Above the Law

Some law firms have successfully converted billable hours into significant wealth, while others face financial and ethical challenges.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Ruby Rose vs. Katy Perry: Australia police confirm investigation into reported 2010 incident

Ruby Rose accused Katy Perry of sexual assault in a series of social media posts, stating, 'Katy Perry sexual assaulted me at spice market nightclub in Melbourne.' Rose mentioned that the incident occurred when she was in 'my early 20s'.
NYC LGBT
fromJezebel
1 month ago

Kevin Spacey Avoids His Next Trial

The disgraced actor was due to stand trial again reports the BBC later this year at Britain's High Court. The allegations stemmed from his last criminal trial in the country, which saw Spacey found not guilty of nine charges brought against him by four different men in 2023.
UK news
Law
fromABA Journal
4 days ago

Magicians Penn & Teller file Supreme Court brief questioning use of 'investigative hypnosis'

Penn & Teller challenge the validity of 'investigative hypnosis' in criminal cases, arguing it misleads witnesses and lacks scientific support.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Celebrity on celebrity: are we losing the art of the big star interview?

Wealthy businesspeople are increasingly held accountable, yet interviews among elites lack critical perspective and often become mutual admiration sessions.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.
Law
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Jenner Meme Coin Lawsuit Dismissed Under Howey Test by Los Angeles Federal Judge

A federal judge ruled Caitlyn Jenner's JENNER meme coin is not a security, dismissing all related claims in a class action lawsuit.
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Former Adult Film Star Passes The Bar Exam - Above the Law

Asia Carrera, whose real name is Jessica Steinhauser, graduated from St. Mary's Law in 2024 and cleared the Texas bar exam after a previous near miss by just two points.
Law
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Live Nation says it will fight monopoly suit loss

The jury found that Ticketmaster overcharged consumers $1.72 per ticket. Live Nation argues the up to $280 million it pledged in its settlement with the Justice Department and a handful of states will ultimately prove larger than the sum based on the jury award.
Law
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Man used AI to make false statements in effort to shut down London nightclub

A businessman pleaded guilty to using AI-generated false statements to shut down a nightclub, highlighting a growing issue of AI misuse in complaints.
Law
fromAbc
4 days ago

Australian billionaire Andrew Forrest battles Meta over fake ads

Andrew Forrest is suing Meta for using his likeness in scam ads without permission, challenging Section 230 immunity.
Law
fromSan Diego Union-Tribune
6 days ago

Google faces mass arbitration as advertisers seek billions

Google faces billions in damage claims from advertisers due to illegal monopoly rulings on its search and advertising technology.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Look Who's Back! Former Lawyer Of The Year Out Of Prison And Back In Hollywood. - Above the Law

Michael Avenatti, once a prominent lawyer, is now in a halfway house after serving time for multiple crimes including extortion and embezzlement.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Afroman And Elon Had Very Different Trial Experiences - Above the Law

Afroman's music response to a police raid led to a jury rejecting officers' $3.9 million lawsuit against him.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Commentary: Yes, Wasserman should go. But what about all those other guys in the Epstein files?

Casey Wasserman faces mounting calls to resign as head of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic organizing committee over a salacious email exchange with Ghislaine Maxwell.
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