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In a strong start to the year, consumer spending on mobile entertainment apps reached a staggering $3.8 billion in the first quarter. This significant financial commitment underscores the growing importance of digital entertainment in our daily lives. A substantial portion of this spending, over $2 billion, went to streaming services. These platforms continue to dominate the entertainment industry, offering everything from movies and TV shows to exclusive series, catering to a wide range of tastes and preferences. Meanwhile, short-form video platforms, including TikTok, have seen significant financial involvement, with spending close to $0.9 billion. These platforms have become particularly popular for their dynamic content and ability to engage users in creative and interactive ...

Disney has announced the appointment of Adam Smith as the new Chief Product & Technology Officer for Disney Entertainment and ESPN. The announcement was made by Disney Entertainment Co-Chairmen Alan Bergman and Dana Walden, along with ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro. In his new role, Smith will lead a comprehensive global product and technology division, encompassing both Disney’s entertainment businesses and its sports media operations. He will lead the technology vision and execution, focusing on advancing the company’s streaming services, digital consumer interfaces, in-house advertising technology and cutting-edge technology innovations. Smith’s team will include a diverse group of professionals ranging from engineers and product managers to designers, data scientists and technica...

Phish is adding some extra spice to their upcoming Mondegreen festival with a series of late-night entertainment options. In addition to the main event featuring nightly sets from the band itself, festival-goers can expect DJ sets, comedy performances and more after the music ends. The festivities kick off with The Woodlands in Dover, Delaware, hosting Mondegreen beginning Thursday, August 15. Each night, Phish will perform two sets, starting at 6:30 p.m. Complementing the main event, Phish has announced DJs for Friday, August 16 through Sunday, August 18. Kicking off the night will be the Flying Mojito Brothers, who will play Thursday and Friday nights. Saturday’s slot will be filled by Made of Oak, a project by Sylvan Esso’s Nick Sanborn, a familiar presence at Phish shows. Ro...

Explore the wide range of entertainment options available in Naperville and surrounding cities. Friday 9th August Comedy Night with Dr. Bill Miller: 8 PM, CG's Comedy Club, 619 E. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. Tickets: $25, 21 and older only. Call (630) 410-8906 or visit cgscomedyclub.com. Open Air Concert with Brian Kovacs: 4:30 PM, Cantigny Park South Grove, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission: $5. For details, call (630) 668-5161 or visit cantigny.org. Elton Rohn Tribute Performance: 7:30 PM, Lakeside Pavilion, McAninch Arts Center, College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Free admission. Call (630) 942-4000 or visit atthemac.org. Saturday 10th August Millennium Carillon Concert: Noon at 443 Aurora Ave., Naperville. Free event. For more information, call (63...

Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA), a leading media and entertainment giant in the United States, emerged in 2019 from the merger of Viacom and CBS. Primarily controlled by National Amusements, Inc., which holds a substantial portion of the voting and non-voting shares, Paramount has recently been in the spotlight of the market. The company's shares are currently trading 64% below book value, despite analysts' expectations for earnings growth in 2024 and 2025, making it a potentially undervalued investment. A significant development is the proposed merger with Skydance Media, which aims to alleviate Paramount's significant debt burden and improve its financial stability. This merger is expected to generate synergistic benefits, increasing Paramount's revenues and earnings per share (EPS) in ...

Stay up to date on live entertainment events in our community for the week of August 6, 2024. Listings are based on space availability, with a full list available online. Events this week: Live Music at Hood Crest Winery Family Activities at the Park Special Events at Trout Lake Hall "Charlotte's Web" Show at the Bingen Theater Bird watching walks Live Music at Clark & ​​Lewie's Live Music at The Pines Outdoor movie nights at Daubenspeck Park Live Music at the Hood River Hotel Music and movies at Mt. Hood Meadows Live Music at Ferment Brewing Summer concert at Walking Man Brewing 240 W First Street, Stevenson August 8, 6:00 PM — Joe Schlick and the New Brohemians: Mike Grodner, Rob Barrick, Dan Boller. Free admission.

In a significant turn of events, Hollywood power couple Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck made headlines again on May 31, 2024. The famous American actress and singer, Jennifer Lopez, announced the cancellation of her highly anticipated summer tour. This decision, as revealed by Lopez herself, was motivated by her desire to devote more time to her family. The duo, known for their on-again, off-again relationship, had been setting tongues wagging with rumors of a possible breakup circulating in the media. Lopez's abrupt decision to step away from her professional commitments only fueled speculation about their relationship. The Lopez and Affleck saga has been the subject of intense public fascination for years. Their red carpet appearances, joint projects, and personal ups and downs...