“The recent move against TikTok misses the larger point: Americans’ sources of information have declined in quality, and the problem goes beyond any one social media platform." - Fast Company
After the artist’s death, the collective wants to remind the world of Ringgold’s dream: “I have a dream that one day the art world will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: that the art of all people is created equal." - Hyperallergic
It’s a sad tale about a sudden, depressing end to the feisty - and revived - digital news publication, and a cautionary discussion about management and public radio. - Washingtonian
Before Strangers with Candy, there was TV comedy, sure, and also true, not many people watched the show while it was on. But it rewrote the rulebook, and “although it’s unlikely anyone could — or should — remake the show in 2024, its filthy, irreverent spirit lives on." - Los Angeles Times (MSN)
"In total, police laid more than 40 charges against eight people in March 2023. The investigation led to the seizure of more than 1,000 pieces of forged artwork.” Now, Benjamin Morrisseau will take part in restorative justice measures, the court says. - CBC
And New Yorkers love an actor who is moving to Broadway from Hollywood; though Molina has been nominated for three Tony Awards, it’s been 15 years since he was on a New York stage. But let him explain why he loves the city, including the secret to “the best breakfast in New York." - The New York Times
Davis and her husband Julius Tennon are opening JVL Media, adding to their TV and movie production business - their company that has brought out hits like TV's How I Got Away with Murder and the 2022 action movie The Woman King. - The Hollywood Reporter
"It occurred to me that in Iowa you don’t need a permit to carry a gun — open or concealed. A current of people was funneling into the library, and I joined them. I sensed, eerily, that some who were entering alongside me were protesters." - Los Angeles Times (MSN)
“The exhibition’s top prizes both went to Indigenous artists, with the Golden Lion for the main curated exhibition going to the Mataaho Collective, which consists of four Māori women artists. ... The Golden Lion for the National Pavilion was given to Archie Moore (Kamilaroi/Bigambul), who was Australia’s representative." - ARTnews
It would be a mistake to think that the algorithms in the room will remain mere observers. AI is more like an ambitious virtual worker seeking a promotion, or at least a more active role in the proceedings. One day an AI-powered service might actually run the meeting for you. And why not? - Wired
David Zaslav’s 2023 pay consisted of a $3 million salary, and more than $23 million in stock awards, as well as $22 million in non-equity incentive compensation and $1.6 million in other compensation, including security costs. - The Hollywood Reporter
A book is different from a pair of shoes or a scented candle—but is it that different? The kinds of excess we permit—even exalt—for books is unheard of for other categories of possessions. - The Walrus
This is not just a Bay Area problem. Film festivals all over the world are hurting, no matter how well-established. The two biggest film festivals in North America, Sundance and Toronto, have each experienced a dramatic drop in revenue, with Toronto losing its biggest sponsor. - San Francisco Chronicle (MSN)
