[ad_1] CNN — The unexpected passing of television star and social media darling Leslie Jordan has spurred a flood of heartfelt tributes. The actor died on Monday, his talent agent Sarabeth Schedeen told CNN in a statement. He was 67. Jordan’s most recognizable credit was his time on “Will & …
Read More »Leslie Jordan, beloved actor and social media star, dead at 67
[ad_1] CNN — Leslie Jordan, beloved comedian and actor known for his work on “Will and Grace,” has died, his agent announced. He was 67. “The world is definitely a much darker place today without the love and light of Leslie Jordan. Not only was he a mega talent and …
Read More »Bank of America downgrades Meta, says lower ad spending could hurt Reels
[ad_1] Investors should hold off on Meta as it heads into earnings this week, according to Bank of America. Analyst Justin Post downgraded shares of Meta to neutral from buy, saying there is likely greater ad spending pressure ahead that could hurt Meta’s Reels business. “[While] 4Q & 2023 expectations …
Read More »Kanye West: Los Angeles officials condemn demonstrators seen in photos showing support of rapper’s antisemitic remarks
[ad_1] CNN — Los Angeles officials are condemning the display of banners from a freeway overpass this weekend by a group of demonstrators seen in bystander photos showing support for antisemitic comments recently made by rapper Kanye West, also known as Ye. West has recently made a series of antisemitic …
Read More »Your dog can earn $10,000 a year as a pup influencer
[ad_1] CNN — If you’re one of those people who created a social media page for your dog, then keep reading … Yappy.com, an online retailer of pet gifts, is searching for its next “Chief Fluff Officer,” a gig that pays up to $10,000 a year. “The successful pup will …
Read More »Iranian rock climber Elnaz Rekabi thanks supporters via Instagram, amid fears of house arrest
[ad_1] CNN — A female Iranian rock climber, who competed without a hijab at an international competition in South Korea, has taken to social media to thank her supporters – amid conflicting reports over whether she has been put under house arrest. “I am endlessly grateful for the support of …
Read More »Stocks soar on hopes that Fed will slow rate hikes
[ad_1] New York CNN Business — A disastrous earnings report from Snap and less than inspiring results from Dow components American Express and Verizon weren’t enough to keep the Wall Street bulls at bay Friday. Stocks surged on hopes that the Federal Reserve may soon come to the rescue by …
Read More »Bernstein downgrades Snap, says it’s unclear what’s next for the social media stock after latest earnings
[ad_1] It’s hard to say where Snap will go from here after its third-quarter results, according to Bernstein. Analyst Mark Shmulik downgraded the social media stock to market perform from outperform, after Snap reported a disappointing third-quarter revenue results and softening user engagement numbers. The analyst also lowered his price …
Read More »Opinion: Are Kanye West and Elon Musk the Rush Limbaughs of social media?
[ad_1] Editor’s Note: Kara Alaimo, an associate professor in the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication at Hofstra University, writes about issues affecting women and social media. She was spokeswoman for international affairs in the Treasury Department during the Obama administration. The opinions expressed in this commentary are her own. View …
Read More »Elon Musk reverses course, says SpaceX will keep funding Ukraine Starlink service for free
[ad_1] Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. CNN — US billionaire Elon Musk tweeted on Saturday that SpaceX will continue funding Starlink internet service in war-torn Ukraine, apparently reversing course after SpaceX asked the United States …
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