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The Guide #236: Is celebrity casting a cynical marketing stunt or does it help to democratise theatre?

Celebrity casting in UK theatre is increasingly common but faces criticism for overshadowing smaller productions and new talent.

California

fromLos Angeles Times

1 month ago

California reserved $165 million for Tesla to electrify its trucking industry. The result may stifle EV innovation

California allocated nearly $165 million in vouchers to subsidize Tesla's long-delayed Semi, prompting industry claims of preferential treatment and market distortion.

Marketing

fromGameSpot

3 months ago

Here's How Much It Could Cost To Show A Game At The Game Awards

The Game Awards charges up to $450,000 for 60-second trailers and up to $1 million for three-minute trailers, supported by a 154 million livestream audience.

Cocktails

fromPUNCH

5 months ago

The World's 50 Best Bars, by the Numbers

The 50 Best bars list, based on anonymous votes by 800 industry experts, concentrates in Europe and major cities while facing criticism for bias and popularity effects.

Video games

fromGameSpot

5 months ago

Elon Musk's AI Game Plans Called Out By Larian Studios Lead

Elon Musk claims xAI will deliver a 'great' AI-generated game by end of 2026, prompting criticism that leadership and human vision, not AI loops, matter.