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Arts
fromColossal
1 hour ago

An Interactive Archive Celebrates the Wide Ranging Projects Inviting 'Unruly Play'

Play fosters creativity, connection, and challenges fixed ideas through interactive and participatory art projects.
Podcast
fromThe Atlantic
52 minutes ago

How Short-Form Clips Took Over the Internet

Short video clips from long-form content have become the dominant unit of online media, surpassing traditional promotional roles.
Humor
fromwww.dw.com
1 hour ago

The silent power of memes

Memes significantly influence political discourse, shaping perceptions and opinions, particularly in the US since 2016.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The cinema lab: brain activity tracked to find secret to creating immersive films

Researchers at the University of Bristol study audience reactions to films using biometric data to improve filmmaking techniques.
Film
fromConsequence
52 minutes ago

Stream On This Week: Zach Galifianakis Connects with Nature, and an Animated Cat Speaks His Truth

New streaming recommendations include 'This Is a Gardening Show' on Netflix and 'Ramy Youssef: In Love' on HBO Max.
#ai
Marketing tech
fromeLearning Industry
1 day ago

D-ID Launches "Agentic Videos" For Interactive AI Experiences

D-ID launched Agentic Videos, transforming traditional video into interactive experiences with real-time AI agents for enhanced viewer engagement.
Marketing tech
fromeLearning Industry
1 day ago

D-ID Launches "Agentic Videos" For Interactive AI Experiences

D-ID launched Agentic Videos, transforming traditional video into interactive experiences with real-time AI agents for enhanced viewer engagement.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Children and teens roundup the best new picture books and novels

A variety of children's books explore themes of culture, identity, and emotions through engaging stories and illustrations.
Remodel
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 hours ago

Inside a YouTube Magician's Fun House

Justin Flom's creatively designed home features unique magic-themed elements that have gained immense popularity on social media platforms.
#ai-in-journalism
fromPoynter
6 hours ago
Media industry

Talking buildings and Pixar-like avatars: Cleveland Plain Dealer AI videos draw criticism - Poynter

Media industry
fromPoynter
1 hour ago

Why can't newsroom leaders just be normal about AI? - Poynter

Leaders must address real problems and engage audiences to effectively implement AI in journalism.
Media industry
fromPoynter
6 hours ago

Talking buildings and Pixar-like avatars: Cleveland Plain Dealer AI videos draw criticism - Poynter

The Plain Dealer faces criticism for using AI-generated content, including videos, without proper disclosures, raising concerns about journalism integrity.
#instagram
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
6 hours ago

Instagram has launched another Snapchat clone

Instagram is testing a new app called Instants for Snapchat-like photo sharing with disappearing media features.
Photography
fromTechCrunch
21 hours ago

Instagram tests a new 'Instants' app for sharing disappearing photos | TechCrunch

Instagram is testing a new app called Instants for sharing disappearing photos that focus on real-life snapshots and casual connections.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
6 hours ago

Instagram has launched another Snapchat clone

Instagram is testing a new app called Instants for Snapchat-like photo sharing with disappearing media features.
Photography
fromTechCrunch
21 hours ago

Instagram tests a new 'Instants' app for sharing disappearing photos | TechCrunch

Instagram is testing a new app called Instants for sharing disappearing photos that focus on real-life snapshots and casual connections.
Video games
fromFuturism
4 hours ago

Google Exec Says Your Favorite Video Games Are Secretly Made With AI

AI is widely used in game development, with 90% of developers acknowledging its role in creating popular games.
#instructional-design
UX design
fromeLearning Industry
1 day ago

How AI Prompts Are Redefining Creativity In Instructional Design

AI prompts enhance the efficiency and creativity of Instructional Designers in crafting effective learning experiences.
fromeLearning Industry
2 months ago
Education

Storytelling In Instructional Design: Turning Information Into Talent Transformation

Storytelling-based instructional design turns information into authentic, job-real experiences that activate emotion and memory, producing lasting behavior change.
UX design
fromeLearning Industry
1 day ago

How AI Prompts Are Redefining Creativity In Instructional Design

AI prompts enhance the efficiency and creativity of Instructional Designers in crafting effective learning experiences.
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Why Your Story, Engagement, And Empathy Matter More Than Ever - Above the Law

Trust begins with realness. When lawyers share their story and the reason behind their work, clients see themselves reflected in that narrative. Clients are not simply hiring legal skill; they are looking for alignment, empathy, and shared values. Storytelling bridges that gap.
Online marketing
World news
fromPrx
20 hours ago

The World

Israeli forces killed Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil, prompting accusations of a war crime from Lebanese officials.
Science
fromFast Company
20 hours ago

NASA's awe-inducing iPhone moon video is a free ad for Apple, but there's a catch

NASA released a video of Earthset filmed by the Artemis II crew, showcasing the beauty of Earth from the lunar surface using an iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Games
fromEngadget
23 hours ago

Titanium Court mashes together genres and cultural references to tell a strange, funny tale

Titanium Court combines match-three mechanics with tower defense elements in a roguelite format, emphasizing strategic resource management and tactical gameplay.
Berlin
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
1 day ago

Dive Into the Future of Art: Discover Queer Unframing - KALTBLUT Magazine

QUEER UNFRAMING is a transformative exhibition celebrating queer narratives and challenging conventional art perspectives during Gallery Weekend Berlin 2026.
Apple
fromCSS-Tricks
1 day ago

Recreating Apple's Vision Pro Animation in CSS | CSS-Tricks

CSS can replicate Apple's complex product animations responsively, showcasing advancements in CSS scrolling animation capabilities.
Typography
fromPiccalilli
1 day ago

The end of responsive images

Responsive image markup significantly enhances web performance and user experience, stemming from years of collaborative development efforts.
fromMashable
1 day ago

X custom timelines: What users are saying

"It's powered by Grok's understanding of every post with the algorithm's personalization - meaning every timeline is made just for you. And it works even better when it's a topic you already engage with."
Social media marketing
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Threads introduces 'live chats' for following live events

Meta's new live chats feature enables real-time conversations about live events within Threads communities, allowing users to post photos, videos, and text messages.
Online Community Development
#social-media
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago
Digital life

Psychology says people who use social media but never post about themselves have separated the value of staying informed from the cost of participating in the performance - and that quiet withdrawal isn't disinterest or insecurity, it's one of the most deliberate digital choices a person can make in an era that treats visibility as currency - Silicon Canals

Digital life
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Psychology says people who use social media but never post about themselves have separated the value of staying informed from the cost of participating in the performance - and that quiet withdrawal isn't disinterest or insecurity, it's one of the most deliberate digital choices a person can make in an era that treats visibility as currency - Silicon Canals

Many social media users prefer to observe rather than participate, valuing privacy and learning over broadcasting their thoughts.
Digital life
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

The surprising origin of 4 features that superglue kids and adults to screens

Social media companies are liable for harming children through addictive design features similar to those in gambling.
Digital life
fromForbes
4 days ago

Agencies Must Refresh Stale Media Mixes To Retain Relevance

Social media engagement is declining, particularly among Gen-Z and Millennials, signaling a shift in advertising strategies.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

Polished Personas Are Out - People Want Authenticity Instead

Great leadership requires clear communication, self-confidence, authenticity, and the ability to connect with diverse audiences.
fromApaonline
2 days ago

Writing Matters

GenAI offers visions of a hopeful future, as it is a powerful tool that enables us to more clearly articulate our thoughts to others. However, the necessity of putting thoughts down on paper remains a crucial skill that risks disappearing altogether.
Philosophy
Privacy professionals
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Future of TV Briefing: The ambitious and alarming proposal fix to TV and streaming's identity crisis

Identity Infrastructure 2.0 aims to improve identity mechanisms in TV and streaming but raises significant privacy concerns for viewers.
Vue
fromForbes
3 days ago

How To Vibe Code A Viral YouTube Video Machine

Vibe coding a YouTube dashboard streamlines content strategy by utilizing data to inform video creation decisions.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

If Your Audience Isn't Interacting, Your Brand Is Just an Illusion

Building a meaningful brand requires patience, genuine value, and trust, focusing on audience engagement rather than vanity metrics.
fromNonprofit Tech for Good
3 days ago

7 Steps to Turn Your SMS Program into a Storytelling Engine

SMS is one of the most underused answers to that problem. Texts get opened, they feel personal, and the barrier to respond is lower than almost any other channel. When you ask a question, people answer. And what comes back can become some of your most compelling content.
Fundraising
Television
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
4 days ago

Microdramas Platform Verza TV Shifts Strategy Just 4 Months After Launch (Exclusive)

Verza TV is evolving to include horizontal videos and user-generated content while maintaining a focus on mobile entertainment.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
5 days ago

AI Company Known for Teen Suicides Launches New Feature to Turn Books Into Roleplaying Experiences

Character.AI introduces 'c.ai Books' to create interactive storytelling experiences using classic literature, despite past controversies and a ban on underage users.
Chicago Blackhawks
fromDefector
4 days ago

Someone Appears To Be Stuck On The Jumbotron | Defector

Virginia Tech's spring game faced unexpected chaos with a skydiver incident, overshadowing the new coaching era under James Franklin after a challenging previous season.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Gen Z to the rescue! Zoomers are ditching doomscrolling and saving cinema

Generation Z is leading a cinema revival, with 2026 projected to be the best year for global box office since the pandemic.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
12 hours ago

Streaming Platforms Are Embracing Vertical Video. But At This Point, Is It Worth It? | AdExchanger

Streaming services are adopting vertical video features to enhance content discovery, but currently lack advertising opportunities.
#branding
Marketing
fromThedrum
15 hours ago

Using digital tools to make branding decisions

Branding has evolved into a complex process that utilizes digital tools and data, particularly search engine data, for informed decision-making.
Marketing
fromThedrum
20 hours ago

Using digital tools to make branding decisions

Branding has evolved into a complex process that utilizes digital tools and data for informed decision-making and competitive advantage.
Marketing
fromThedrum
15 hours ago

Using digital tools to make branding decisions

Branding has evolved into a complex process that utilizes digital tools and data, particularly search engine data, for informed decision-making.
Marketing
fromThedrum
20 hours ago

Using digital tools to make branding decisions

Branding has evolved into a complex process that utilizes digital tools and data for informed decision-making and competitive advantage.
Marketing tech
from9to5Google
1 day ago

YouTube teams up with SiriusXM for audio ads on podcasts, more

SiriusXM becomes the exclusive advertising representative for YouTube's audio-first content in the US, enhancing ad offerings for podcasts and similar media.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 day ago

Your Documentary Is Not Enough. The Nonfiction Hot List Has a Plan.

Innovative marketing strategies can enhance documentary projects, such as co-branding with a product like a sex toy alongside the film.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Eight Biographies That Really Bring Their Subjects to Life

Literary biography requires a delicate balance of reverence and creativity to portray a subject's life authentically and humanely.
fromEngadget
2 days ago

X finally adds custom timelines

Nikita Bier described the custom timelines feature as 'one of the biggest changes to X' and a 'huge undertaking' that required 'many months' of development.
Mobile UX
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Muslim kids are really underrepresented': the animated movie where medieval maths meets eager young minds

The children Abdullah, Aysha, Khalid and Layla stumble across a time-travel device in a lab, only to find themselves pursued by a rogue alchemist who has discovered its power.
Philosophy
UX design
fromMedium
4 days ago

AI is ruining the way you talk about your work

AI design tools influence how designers communicate their ideas and feedback.
#storytelling
Marketing
fromInc
3 days ago

The Brand Storytelling Trend: Why It's Happening and How to Win at It

Investing in a compelling brand narrative is essential for cutting through content noise and achieving lasting audience resonance.
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Writing

7 things people do when telling stories that make others tune out immediately without realizing it - Silicon Canals

Marketing
fromInc
3 days ago

The Brand Storytelling Trend: Why It's Happening and How to Win at It

Investing in a compelling brand narrative is essential for cutting through content noise and achieving lasting audience resonance.
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Writing

7 things people do when telling stories that make others tune out immediately without realizing it - Silicon Canals

Writing
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

Why Would You Ask AI To Tell The Story Of Your Own Life? | Defector

Writing is a challenging profession with many aspiring writers and few opportunities for steady income.
Film
from48 hills
18 hours ago

Screen Grabs: SFFILM Fest hits 69. Nice. - 48 hills

The San Francisco International Film Festival celebrates global cinema with diverse programming, marking its 69th year as the longest-running festival in the Western Hemisphere.
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Vibes over metrics: Why more creators are holding IRL events to own their audience

IRL creator events are essential for creators to engage and build their brands beyond social media.
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

What have I done? I forced my kid to listen to Usha Vance's podcast - now she's a fan | Arwa Mahdawi

Usha Vance's podcast promotes literacy through storytelling, despite criticisms of her delivery and the political context surrounding her.
Digital life
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

It's not just one thing - it's another thing | TechCrunch

The phrase 'It's not just this - it's that' has dramatically increased in corporate communications, indicating a trend in AI-generated writing.
Television
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Seven Documentaries for Fans of Fiction

Documentaries can effectively tell engaging stories, appealing even to those typically averse to the genre.
Media industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

MrBeast reveals his current entertainment obsession in his quest to level up his videos

MrBeast, focused on storytelling, is expanding his media company and exploring consumer products while maintaining a unique approach to content creation.
Social media marketing
fromVogue
2 days ago

Will AI Kill the Creator Economy?

AI-generated influencers like Aitana Lopez are reshaping the fashion and beauty industries, blurring the lines between reality and digital creation.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
2 days ago

AI + human ingenuity: Where creative and technical teams meet | MarTech

Balancing AI adoption with maintaining a human brand identity is crucial for successful marketing.
Independent films
fromInsideHook
5 days ago

Did an Unexpected Culprit Hurt Modern Filmmaking?

American cinema faces a paradox of thriving box office revenues while struggling with the decline of mid-budget films and the impact of YouTube.
Marketing
fromVariety
22 hours ago

Variety's Entertainment Marketing Summit Takeaways: How to Market at the Speed of AI, Work With Creators and Make Campaigns Authentic Because 'Fans Are Smart, It Has to Feel Real'

Live experiences are central to marketing, with brands treating audiences as distribution channels and emphasizing authenticity and originality.
Media industry
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Why live streaming is a borderless $4 billion global opportunity

The shift to streaming platforms is transforming live event viewing, requiring advanced programmatic advertising solutions for global audiences.
Social media marketing
fromInc
3 days ago

Why the Most Viral Brand Posts All Have 1 Thing in Common (It's Not the Algorithm)

Creating viral social media content requires understanding audience engagement and incorporating elements like humor and relatability.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Two super hosts team up for a fun new series: best podcasts of the week

The first episode challenges Shakespeare's vision of a villainous Richard III, while a future episode will consider the Ross and Rachel of early modern history, Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn.
Podcast
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Beyond breaking news: local reporter follows his passion for film making

Sean Au emphasizes the emotional connection movies create between characters and audiences, inspiring his journey as a filmmaker.
fromMedium
1 day ago

What improv taught me about why innovation falls out of sync

When performers fall out of sync, even the best improv starts to break down. Innovation is a team sport, and skill alone won't yield favourable results.
Marketing
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
3 days ago

Erstwhile Competition; What We Lose By Gamifying The News | AdExchanger

ChatGPT Ads currently lacks advanced targeting options and news publishers are experimenting with gamified news prediction markets.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Adobe's new AI experiment can whip up a website custom designed for Gen Z

Adobe's Asset Amplify tool generates tailored marketing materials for specific audience segments, enhancing brand design with AI-driven personalization.
Marketing
fromInc
2 days ago

The 4 Rules Brands Must Follow to Win in a TikTok-First World

Execution on community, content, creative, and culture is essential for beauty brands to succeed in a fragmented market.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
1 week ago

Reclaiming the power of the story - fueled by data and AI | MarTech

Marketing teams can enhance storytelling and authenticity by integrating AI without sacrificing human connection.
Marketing
fromExchangewire
3 days ago

Ingenuity, Originality, Thoughtful Execution, and Cultural Relevance: What The Wires Judges are Looking For

Judges for The Wires 2026 seek authenticity, trust, and measurable outcomes in entries.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
2 weeks ago

How newsrooms are bringing their archives to life

News organizations are repurposing archives to create new stories and engage audiences, moving beyond simple reprints.
Marketing
fromForbes
3 weeks ago

To Get Powerful Publicity, Build A Narrative Strategy

Building a clear, consistent narrative strategy is essential for organizations to connect with stakeholders and achieve sustainable success.
Coffee
fromMedium
2 months ago

The art of unnecessary story

Humorous and intentionally unnecessary website copy on an Amsterdam coffee roastery's site increases customer enjoyment and strengthens brand appeal.
US news
fromNieman Lab
2 months ago

A scrappy story-sharing tool with local newsroom DNA gains traction

Plucky Wire provides a simple platform enabling local news organizations to find and share republishable stories, reducing costs and easing collaboration across publishers.
fromBig Think
1 month ago

From myth to machine: The technological evolution of storytelling

I wanted to write a book about how the smartphone changed the world, but the more I researched, the clearer it became that phones were actually the latest step in this evolution of storytelling technology that stretches all the way back to prehistoric times.
Books
Podcast
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The surge of video podcasts raises an awkward question for the industry: Why do we still call them 'podcasts'?

The definition of 'podcast' has expanded from asynchronous talk radio to any episodic audio or video content with people speaking, making the original term increasingly obsolete as consumption shifts toward video-based formats.
Social media marketing
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

5 Storytelling Tricks to Build a Personal Brand No One Overlooks

Use storytelling, creativity, and strategic imagination to build a distinctive personal brand that attracts attention, fosters authentic connections and drives audience growth.
fromDigiday
2 months ago

WTF is liquid content?

Publishers' adoption of generative AI is reducing the friction between content and format, making it easier for the same story to appear as shorter summaries, audio, or video, often in real time. To some publishers, a text article may soon be more of a vehicle for original reporting, not a final product. That information could become no longer available strictly in a static piece of content, but transformed into different shapes and formats, based on a reader's signals and preferences.
Media industry
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Why vertical video content is helping news publishing stay the right side up

Advertisers should use the open internet and vertical video, prioritizing content quality and consumption behavior over exclusive social-platform spending to boost attention and performance.
#short-form-video
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Marketing

The 5-shot formula successful content creators use to turn boring posts into stories people actually watch - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Marketing

The 5-shot formula successful content creators use to turn boring posts into stories people actually watch - Silicon Canals

Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

How to create video content your audience wants to see

Video advertising is underused despite smartphone and social-video dominance; advertisers must tailor mobile-friendly, attention-grabbing videos and measure ad performance.
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