Celine Song’s ‘Materialists’ sells to Sony in another big EFM deal

After Sony Pictures acquired Big Bold Beautiful Journey, it onboarded another of the European Film Market’s most in-demand projects, director Celine Song‘s Materialists, which is being sold by A24. As … Continue reading Celine Song’s ‘Materialists’ sells to Sony in another big EFM deal

Tesco transfers banking arm to Barclays in a deal worth £1bn

The UK’s largest retailer Tesco has struck a deal with Barclays to sell the majority of its banking arm for £1bn, including the transfer of approximately 2,800 employees to Barclays … Continue reading Tesco transfers banking arm to Barclays in a deal worth £1bn

Disney+ loses 1.3M subscribers due to price hike; streaming loss cut by $300m

In the final quarter of 2023, Disney+ lost 1.3 million subscribers. This fall in subscribers came amid a hefty price hike that went into effect last fall, Variety reported. However, … Continue reading Disney+ loses 1.3M subscribers due to price hike; streaming loss cut by $300m

‘Diabolical actions’: Snoop Dogg, Master P sue Walmart over breakfast cereal row

Rappers Snoop Dogg and Master P have sued US supermarket chain Walmart and food manufacturer Post Consumer Brands. The rappers claimed that the two companies tried to sabotage the success … Continue reading ‘Diabolical actions’: Snoop Dogg, Master P sue Walmart over breakfast cereal row

Universal to remove songs from TikTok over “bullying” behaviour

Universal Music will be pulling down millions of its songs from TikTok after a breakdown in talks over payments. This move would mean that songs by artists including Taylor Swift, … Continue reading Universal to remove songs from TikTok over “bullying” behaviour

Leading Diversity Media Agency, MEDIA HOUSE, Shortlisted For ‘Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Award’ At PR WEEK AWARDS

Benchmark, diversity media and brand communications agency, Media House, has been shortlisted for the Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Award at the coveted PR Week Awards 2021. Winners will be announced at the award ceremony taking place on Wednesday 20th October at the Grosvenor House … Continue reading Leading Diversity Media Agency, MEDIA HOUSE, Shortlisted For ‘Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Award’ At PR WEEK AWARDS

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Autistic voices speak out about “concerning” new research study

We’ve come a long way from the days of unethical experimentation on – and routine institutionalisation of – autistic people, but critics of the Spectrum10K study fear it has murky … Continue reading Autistic voices speak out about “concerning” new research study

Baked in oppression: how the racism of ‘things’ perpetuates injustice

Recent discussions on racism have moved us away from ideas around tolerance and being “not racist” and towards an aim of being “anti-racist”. That’s why it’s absolutely crucial we now tackle the more insidious – and dangerous – racism inherent in the products and technology we use every day.

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Electric cars not sparking joy for motoring Brits

There’s a shocking amount of resistance towards going electric – but why?  There’s nine years left until we reach the government’s proposed 2030 target for the end of new petrol … Continue reading Electric cars not sparking joy for motoring Brits

The great NHS Digital Data Grab

Changes are coming with how GPs handle your sensitive information but privacy campaigners are uncomfortable with the plans. What’s happening and what do you need to do if you’re unhappy with the idea? You can opt out – should you, and how?

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Entertaining the idea of bringing back gigs – ‘Let the Music Play’ campaign unites an industry

There aren’t many people who don’t enjoy a good singalong. The power of a song to transport you back in time is legendary. Only the other week, a medley of … Continue reading Entertaining the idea of bringing back gigs – ‘Let the Music Play’ campaign unites an industry

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Are you being gaslit by your own government? A million ways to tell

The British public are being held in contempt by those who deign to rule us. Dominic Cummings and his employee, Boris Johnson, have already been held in contempt once by … Continue reading Are you being gaslit by your own government? A million ways to tell