Andrew Limbong

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AI Brought Anthony Bourdain's Voice Back To Life. Should It Have?

Friday, July 16, 2021

The director of the new Anthony Bourdain documentary Roadrunner says he used AI to generate Bourdain reading from letters he'd never spoken aloud, triggering a debate about technology and ethics.

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LGBTQ Characters Got More Movie Screen Time In 2020, GLAAD Study Finds

Friday, July 16, 2021

The advocacy group just released its annual film survey, which found the percentage of LGBTQ characters of color also increased. But it still cited issues with lack of transgender representation.

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What's Making Us Happy: A Guide For Your Weekend Watching, Listening And Reading

Friday, July 16, 2021

Each week, the guests and hosts on Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. Today it's The White Lotus, KennyHoopla's song "Estella," Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis' first album and more.

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Emmett Till Funeral Site, Other Black Landmarks Share $3 Million Preservation Grant

Thursday, July 15, 2021

A $3 million grant from the African American Cultural Heritage Fund is aimed at helping 40 landmarks across the country address repair, renovation, and other preservation needs.

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Judge: Britney Spears Can Choose Her Own Lawyer In Conservatorship Case

Thursday, July 15, 2021

A Superior Court judge has cleared Britney Spears to hire her own lawyer in the battle over her conservatorship. She picked a prominent Hollywood lawyer and ex-federal prosecutor to take up her case.

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Britney Spears Can Choose Her Own Lawyer In Conservatorship Case, A Judge Has Ruled

Wednesday, July 14, 2021

Former federal prosecutor Mathew Rosengart will now represent the pop star in the fight over her conservatorship.

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Spears' Case Goes Back To Court — Here's What Could Be Next For Her Conservatorship

Monday, July 12, 2021

While a flurry of petitions and requests were made after the popstar's testimony, no one has filed a petition to end the conservatorship.

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The Key To Flirting? It's Not About You

Sunday, July 11, 2021

Flirting can be scary. What if you get rejected? Reframing that mindset is key to an enjoyable flirting experience, according to experts. Their first tip: Remember that it's not about you.

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Britney Spears' Lawyer, Samuel Ingham III, Requests To Resign

Tuesday, July 06, 2021

The court appointed lawyer has represented the pop star since the beginning of her conservatorship. At Spears' explosive hearing last month, she expressed wishes to hire her own lawyer.

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Telenovela Pioneer Delia Fiallo Dead At 96

Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Fiallo was known as the "mother of the telenovela," writing hugely popular stories that were packed with torrid love affairs, amnesia, murders, and more.

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Actor Allison Mack Sentenced To 3 Years In Prison For NXIVM Case

Wednesday, June 30, 2021

The actor known for her role in Smallville was one of the lead recruiters for the cult. Federal prosecutors had asked for leniency on Mack's behalf, for her cooperation with the case.

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Britney Spears Tells A Judge That She Wants Her Life Back

Thursday, June 24, 2021

Addressing a Los Angeles Superior Court judge via a remote connection, pop star Britney Spears called for an end to her long-running conservatorship, which has controlled her life since 2008.

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Britney Spears Asks Court To End Conservatorship, Detailing Its Control Over Her Life

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Addressing a judge personally for the first time, the pop star called for an end to her long-running conservatorship.

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As Grants For Shuttered Venues Trickle Out, Many Owners Are Still Waiting

Wednesday, June 02, 2021

The Shuttered Venue Operators Grant was meant to help small independent venues, theaters and other entertainment spaces hit hard by the pandemic. But it's taken six months to get up and running.

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Live Music Is Back, But You Might Still Have To Wait On That Arena Show

Friday, May 28, 2021

Live music giants AEG Presents and Live Nation say they've got a surplus of acts wanting to play as soon as possible.

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Music Industry Pushes Play On Big Festivals

Saturday, May 22, 2021

Summer music festivals and concerts are coming back after a long pause. Big festivals like Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo and Governors Ball have all announced their lineups. But will they be safe?

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Foo Fighters Headline Lollapalooza As Chicago Summer Festival Season Opens Up

Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Lollapalooza is back this summer, with proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test required for entry. With Pitchfork Festival and Riot Fest also returning, Chicago prepares for a loud reopening.

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Pervis Staples, Founding Member Of The Staple Singers, Dies At Age 85

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Staples, a tenor vocalist, helped to ease his family's iconic gospel group into secular territory, and later found success as a manager and club owner.

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Tina Turner, Jay-Z, Foo Fighters Among Those Inducted Into Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame

Wednesday, May 12, 2021

It's the most diverse collection of inductees in the Hall of Fame's 36-year history, according to the organization.

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A Black Samurai Fighting Giant Mechas? 'Yasuke' Asks, Why Not?

Friday, May 07, 2021

The new Netflix series mashes up the story of a real-life Black samurai with giant mechas and wizards — Thomas calls it "Trojan horse-ing" the real history through the medium of Japanese anime.

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