Netflix says its growth is falling short of expectations, with co-CEO Ted Sarandos suggesting live programming could play a bigger role in attracting and retaining subscribers.
Netflix recorded growth of 13.4 percent between April and June, its slowest pace in nearly three years, while viewing hours increased by just two percent during the first half of the year.
Sarandos says live programming currently accounts for only a small portion of Netflix’s content spending and viewing, but has proven effective at generating new subscriptions, retaining customers and attracting advertising.
He stressed, however, that professionally produced films and television series will remain the......
Dancehall Star Masicka continues to revel in the success of Forever Reign, his third studio LP which dropped in August.
This, as Forever Reign continued an impressive chart run for Masicka, making him the first male Dancehall artist of the decade to have his first three studio albums land inside the Top 5 of the Billboard Reggae Albums Chart.
His debut album, 438, reached No. 2 in 2021, followed by Generation of Kings at No. 2 in 2023 and Forever Reign at No. 4 in 2026.
Dancehall Superstar Vybz Kartel has announced the release of a brand new body of work entitled "The Sun".
Set to drop on December 18, the project would serve as the follow-up to "God & Time" released June 5 via TJ Records/Vybz Kartel Muzik.
There are numerous projects in the works by the dancehall giant who also promises to release a deluxe edition of the acclaimed 14-track "God & Time" project which features the title track, collabs with the likes of Spice, Wizkid, Skillibeng, Shenseea, Mavado & Farruko.
Shakira surprised fans during her Madrid residency Saturday night by bringing Dua Lipa on stage for a special performance.
The two global stars performed Shakira’s classic “Antología” together, with Shakira praising Lipa and thanking her for accepting the invitation.
The collaboration follows Dua Lipa’s performance of “Antología” during a concert in Bogotá last year, which drew praise from Shakira at the time.
Shakira is currently performing a 12-show Madrid residency as part of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, which continues through October 11....
Drake is reportedly being considered as a headliner for the 2027 Coachella music festival in California.
The report comes from industry publication HitsDailyDouble, which says the rapper is “in the Coachella discussion.”
Drake previously headlined Coachella in 2015 and made a guest appearance at the festival in 2017.
A 2027 headline slot would come as Drake prepares for a world tour and promotes his latest music.
Rand B singer Chris Brown’s former housekeeper Maria Avila has accepted a reduced $9.5-million award over a 2020 dog attack at the singer’s Los Angeles home.
A jury had initially awarded Avila $12.9 million, but a judge ruled that amount was excessive.
The judge found evidence of lasting emotional distress and some persistent pain, but insufficient evidence for extensive permanent nerve damage.
Avila’s sister will retain her separate $885,000 award for emotional distress after witnessing the attack.
Halle Berry is facing temporary restrictions on visitation with her 12-year-old son following allegations made by her ex-husband, Olivier Martinez.
A Los Angeles County judge granted Martinez a temporary restraining order after he alleged that Berry physically assaulted their son during an argument in September. The allegations have not been proven in court, and Berry’s attorney strongly denies them.
Berry will continue to have visitation twice during the week and every other weekend. The judge declined Martinez’s request for Berry’s sobriety to be monitored, citing insufficient information.
The temporary order remains in effect until an October 16 hearing, while the......
The agency behind Ye’s cancelled concerts in Russia is reportedly under investigation for possible fraud following complaints from ticket holders.
Russian authorities are examining the actions of Say Agency after fans alleged they have been unable to secure refunds for the cancelled October concerts in St. Petersburg.
More than 100,000 tickets were reportedly sold after the shows were announced. However, Gazprom Arena later said no agreement had been finalised to host the performances.
Police are now reviewing complaints before determining whether a criminal case should be opened. Say Agency and Ye have not publicly commented on the reported investigation....
The International Soca Monarch competition is returning to Trinidad and Tobago for Carnival 2027 after a six-year absence.
Scorch Events has announced that the competition will take place on February 5, with artistes competing for three titles — Power, Groovy and a new Steam category.
This year’s competition will also honour late calypso legend Slinger “Mighty Sparrow” Francisco, with all finalists required to incorporate a tribute to Sparrow into their performance.
Qualifiers are expected to begin in December, followed by semi-finals in January. The venue and prize money have not yet been announced.
A Florida woman accused of opening fire at Rihanna’s Los Angeles property has been indicted on 14 felony charges, including attempted murder.
Thirty-six-year-old Ivanna Ortiz has pleaded not guilty to one count of attempted murder, 10 counts of assault with a deadly weapon and three counts of shooting at an inhabited dwelling or camper. Her bail has been set at $2.6 million.
Prosecutors allege Ortiz fired 10 shots at the property in March while Rihanna, A$AP Rocky and members of their family were there. No one was injured.
Ortiz was arrested shortly after the shooting and has since been found mentally competent to stand trial.
