INDUSTRY

Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Venezuela and the U. S. face a tricky legal battle over frozen assets

Two sides of Venezuela’s government—its socialist leaders and the opposition—might team up to protect the country’s money in the U. S. after a recent surprise move by Washington. A judge in New York paused for six weeks a case where creditors want to grab cash tied to Venezuela’s state oil company,

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Apr 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Writers and studios agree on a quick deal after past fights

After months of tense standoffs last year, screenwriters and major studios surprised many by reaching a quick agreement on a new contract. The Writers Guild of America, which represents over 10, 000 writers, pushed hard for better health benefits after their fund lost around $200 million in recent y

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Apr 05 2026CRIME

Psychiatrist’s Oxycodone Deal Leaves Family Griefful

The case came to light when a Manhattan court heard that a psychiatrist, Marianne Gillow, had supplied thousands of oxycodone pills to the staff of an ESPN producer in 2019. Gillow had been treating Maura Mandt, a well‑known executive who was not allowed to use opioids. She admitted that she illegal

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Apr 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The squeeze on musicians: why touring is getting harder and who’s really to blame

The fight over Live Nation isn’t just about one big company. It’s about whether the whole system that puts artists on stage is stacked against the people making the music. For years, bands have watched ticket prices climb while their own earnings from each show shrink. When Tigers Jaw’s Ben Walsh sa

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Apr 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

AI in Indian films: cheaper, faster, but is it better?

India makes more movies than anywhere else, yet fewer people are buying tickets lately. Big names still fill seats, but crowds aren’t spending as much on tickets or snacks. Studios face a tough choice: lower prices or lose viewers completely. Some are trying a different fix—swapping real actors for

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Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

The Bottle Bill Debate: Who Bears the Cost?

Maine’s bottle bill has kept millions of bottles out of trash for decades. It also built a system where people can return empty containers and get money back. The program costs a lot. Every year the state must collect, sort and process about 850 million containers. That work costs more than $70 mil

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Apr 04 2026ENVIRONMENT

When Green Groups Go Too Far: Clash Over Antarctica's Tiny Sea Creatures

Deep in Antarctica’s icy waters, a quiet but fierce battle is playing out. The star of this show is krill, tiny shrimp-like animals that feed whales and store carbon—making them key players in ocean health. But they’re also big business. Factories turn krill into supplements, fish food, and other pr

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Apr 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

Students Learn to Mix Human Beats with AI at Berklee

The music world is changing fast. New computer programs can write songs, mix tracks and even suggest new ideas for musicians. At Berklee College of Music in Boston, a special lab is letting students test these tools and think about what it means for their future careers. The lab, called the Emergin

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Apr 03 2026SPORTS

Giannis Antetokounmpo's smart business moves beyond basketball

Giannis Antetokounmpo isn't just dominating on the court, he's building a smart financial future off it. At 31, the Bucks star understands that NBA careers don't last forever, so he's making smart investments to secure his family's wealth. His latest move? Partnering with IM8 Health, a nutrition com

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Apr 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The Band Perry Joins a New Management Family

A fresh partnership has formed for the country trio The Band Perry, who have recently added a new song to their catalog after nearly a decade. They now partner with Borchetta Entertainment Group, a management arm that has been expanding under the leadership of music executive Scott Borchetta. The

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