‘Sinners’ Is a Box Office Success (With a Big Asterisk)

Ryan Coogler’s original horror film was expected to sell a strong $40 million-plus in tickets over the weekend. But its profitability remains a long way off.

Trump-Allied Prosecutor Sends Letters to Medical Journals Alleging Bias

An interim U.S. attorney is demanding information about the selection of research articles and the role of N.I.H. Experts worry this will have a chilling effect on publications.

CJR Editor Sewell Chan Is Fired

Sewell Chan, who started as executive editor of the publication in September, said his firing after several staff complaints was “baffling.”

Don Mischer, Master of Live Television, Is Dead at 85

He produced and directed major events like the Oscars, Emmys and Tonys, as well as Super Bowl halftime shows and Olympic opening ceremonies.

Judge Rejects A.P.’s Challenge to New White House Press Policy, for Now

The judge said that he needed more time to determine whether the new policy was discriminatory, but said that the elimination of rotating access for newswires was “facially neutral.”

CBS Los Angeles Names Rudabeh Shahbazi Evening Co-Anchor

Shahbazi joins Pat Harvey for the 5, 9 and 11:00 p.m. newscasts.

‘Complete AdX-Ad Manager Separation:’ Here’s What Ad Experts What From a Google Breakup

Adtech industry leaders want to see Google spin off parts of its adtech business or allow for greater integrations across the ecosystem.

Will Ferrell Belts Another Fleetwood Mac Tune in New PayPal Ad

The comedian’s musical number highlights multiple payment options.

Skittles Asks Gen Z to ‘Legally Acknowledge the Rainbow’ for New Pop’d Candy

After freeze-dried candy went viral on TikTok in 2024, the Mars brand created its own version called Skittles Pop’d, a complete 180 from its regular chewy Skittles.

Why Coachella’s OOH Campaigns Have Such Lasting Appeal

A cryptic ad with the right context can spark conversation faster than a paragraph of copy ever could.

Why Coachella’s OOH Campaigns Have Such Lasting Appeal

A cryptic ad with the right context can spark conversation faster than a paragraph of copy ever could.

Why Hacks’ Season 4 Marketing Campaign Is So (Jean) Smart

HBO and Warner Bros. Discovery are supporting Hacks with activations, partnerships, and plenty of Jean Smart

Hallmark Embraces Reality Programming, Immersive Experiences for Upfront

Hallmark looks to present all its offerings under a unified brand

Hallmark Embraces Reality Programming, Immersive Experiences for Upfront

Hallmark looks to present all its offerings under a unified brand

Netflix Boasts That It’s Stable, Even in a Tough Economy

The streaming giant brought in $10.5 billion in revenue in the first three months of the year. For the first time, it didn’t disclose its quarterly subscriber figures.

Tariffs Impact Hyundai and Nissan’s Ad Plans, But It’s Business As Usual for Kia

On March 26, President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on imported automobiles and specific automobile parts. Now, with a potential reprieve in sight, brands including Hyundai and Nissan have […]

Streaming Ratings, Week of March 17: Netflix’s Adolescence Jumps to No. 1

Netflix took the top spots in the chart, with original drama series The Residence at No. 2.

Francis Davis, Sharp-Eared Jazz Critic and Husband of Terry Gross, Dies at 78

He wrote prolifically about various aspects of the arts and popular culture. But he kept his focus on jazz, celebrating its past while worrying about its future.

The Ad Council Appoints 17 New Members to Its Board of Directors

?Carla Hassan, chief marketing officer at JPMorgan Chase, has been elevated to vice chair of the nonprofit’s board.

Former Times Editor Testifies in Sarah Palin Defamation Case

James Bennet, the former New York Times Opinion editor, took responsibility for an error in an editorial at the center of the case.