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  • Thursday, Jun. 6, 2024
U.S. antitrust enforcers will investigate leading AI companies Microsoft, Nvidia and OpenAI
The Federal Trade Commission building is seen, Jan. 28, 2015, in Washington. U.S. antitrust enforcers have decided to investigate the roles Microsoft, Nvidia and OpenAI have played in the artificial intelligence boom, according to people familiar with the pending actions. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)
By Matt O'Brien

U.S. antitrust enforcers have decided to investigate the roles Microsoft, Nvidia and OpenAI have played in the artificial intelligence boom, according to people familiar with the pending actions.

The Department of Justice will launch an investigation of chipmaker Nvidia, while the Federal Trade Commission will scrutinize close business partners Microsoft and ChatGPT-maker OpenAI, according to two people who were not authorized to publicly discuss details of the investigations and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity.

Nvidia and OpenAI declined to comment Thursday. Microsoft didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.

The New York Times was first to report Thursday on a deal between antitrust regulators at the two agencies.

Emboldened by President Joe Biden's push for tougher scrutiny of Big Tech's business practices, federal officials have signaled for more than a year that they've been watching More

  • Thursday, Jun. 6, 2024
A new "Hunger Games" book — and movie — is coming
Suzanne Collins arrives at the Los Angeles premiere of "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1" at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on Nov. 17, 2014. Collins is returning to the ravaged, post-apocalyptic land of Panem for a new “The Hunger Games” novel. Scholastic announced Thursday that “Sunrise on the Reaping” will be published March 18, 2025. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)
By Hillel Italie, National Writer
NEW YORK (AP) -- 

Inspired by an 18th century Scottish philosopher and the modern scourge of misinformation, Suzanne Collins is returning to the ravaged, post-apocalyptic land of Panem for a new "The Hunger Games" novel.

Scholastic announced Thursday that "Sunrise on the Reaping," the fifth volume of Collins' blockbuster dystopian series, will be published March 18, 2025. The new book begins with the reaping of the Fiftieth Hunger Games, set 24 years before the original "Hunger Games" novel, which came out in 2008, and 40 years after Collins' most recent book, "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes."

Lionsgate, which has released film adaptations of all four previous "Hunger Games" books, announced later on Thursday that "Sunrise on the Reaping" will open in theaters on Nov. 20, 2026. Francis Lawrence, who has worked on all but the first "Hunger Games" movie, will return as director.

The first four "Hunger Games" books have sold more than 100 million More

  • Wednesday, Jun. 5, 2024
Mattel Films partners with Universal Pictures and Akiva Goldsman for Monster High feature
Monster High dolls (courtesy of Mattel)
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. -- 

Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) has partnered with Universal Pictures and Academy Award-winning producer/screenwriter Akiva Goldsman under his banner, Weed Road, to develop Monster High, a live-action theatrical film featuring an original story based on the popular fashion dolls imagined as the children of legendary monsters.

First introduced in 2010, Monster High immediately became a beloved expansive universe rich with inclusive storytelling and doll play, fostering a fandom that spans generations. The brand continues to encourage fans of all ages to embrace their authentic selves and what makes them unique.

Robbie Brenner, president of Mattel Films, said, “Monster High helps fans discover the great beauty in being true to yourself and celebrates the unique sensibilities at the core of who we are as individuals. We’re proud to partner with Universal Pictures and the brilliant Akiva Goldsman to usher this important message to More

  • Wednesday, Jun. 5, 2024
YouTube toughens policy on gun videos and youth; critics say proof will be in enforcement
The YouTube app is seen on an iPad, March 20, 2018, in Baltimore. YouTube announced Wednesday, June 5, 2024, that it is changing its policies about firearm videos in an effort to keep potentially dangerous content from reaching underage users. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)
By David Klepper
WASHINGTON (AP) -- 

YouTube is changing its policies about firearm videos in an effort to keep potentially dangerous content from reaching underage users.

The video sharing platform owned by Google said Wednesday it will prohibit any videos demonstrating how to remove firearm safety devices. In addition, videos showing homemade guns, automatic weapons and certain firearm accessories like silencers will be restricted to users 18 and older.

The changes take effect June 18 and come after gun safety advocates have repeatedly called on the platform to do more to ensure gun videos aren't making their way to the site's youngest users, potentially traumatizing children or sending them down dark paths of extremism and violence.

Katie Paul, director of the Tech Transparency Project, said the change was welcome news and a step in the right direction. But she questioned why the platform took so long to issue a new policy, and said her group will look to see how More

  • Wednesday, Jun. 5, 2024
District attorney in Alec Baldwin's case wins New Mexico Democratic primary race
Political campaign supporters greet voters as they turn into a polling location in Santa Fe, N.M., Tuesday, June 4, 2024. New Mexico voters were picking their partisan favorites in the state's primary election to reshape a Democratic-led Legislature, with all 112 seats up for election in November. (AP Photo/Morgan Lee)
By Morgan Lee
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) -- 

An incumbent district attorney pursuing an involuntary manslaughter charge against Alec Baldwin fended off a Democratic challenger in New Mexico's primary election on Tuesday to ensure her reelection.

In other results, two Republicans who have stoked Donald Trump's failed efforts to overturn the 2020 election won GOP nominations for state Senate, advancing to competitive general election contests. And Democrats ousted a state senator accused of sexual harassment as voters picked their partisan favorites to reshape a Democratic-led Legislature, with all 112 seats up for election in November.

The votes in the first Senate election since redistricting in 2021 hold implications for Native American communities, the state's oil industry and the #MeToo movement.

New Mexico has a closed primary system that limits participation to voters who register with major parties, leaving out Independent or unaffiliated voters, but not Libertarians. More

  • Wednesday, Jun. 5, 2024
Michael Glaser, Michael Wesley elected to Location Managers Guild's Board of Directors
Michael Glaser
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. -- 

The Location Managers Guild International (LMGI) has two newly elected members on its 2024 Board of Directors--Michael Glaser and Michael Wesley, both highly acclaimed location professionals from Los Angeles.

Glaser and Wesley bring a wealth of experience and award-winning expertise to the LMGI Board of Directors. Wesley’s resume includes work on major productions such as “Transformers 2, 3 & 4,” “Inception,” and “The Dark Knight Rises.” Glaser’s credits include “Interstellar,” “The Hateful Eight,” and “The Dark Knight Rises.”
 
Glaser and Wesley will serve alongside returning members Jimmy Ayoub (NY), Danny Finn (CA), Mac Gordon (GA), Eric Klein (NY), Angus Ledgerwood (UK), Edward Mazurek (CA), David McKinney (CA), Robin Macdonald (CAN), John Rakich (CAN), Ryan Schaetzle (GA), Lisa Scope (AUS), Alison A. Taylor (CA) and Scott Trimble (CA).

The 2024 Officers of the Executive Committee were also confirmed at the June 2nd Board More

  • Wednesday, Jun. 5, 2024
AB InBev, McDonald’s, Omnicom, McCann Worldgroup among top ranked companies in 2023 Effie Index
Logos of top ranked companies in the 2023 Effie Index
NEW YORK -- 

Effie Worldwide has unveiled the 2023 Effie Index®, the 13th annual ranking of the companies behind the world’s most effective marketing initiatives. 

FMCG/CPG, fast food and beverage companies dominated this year’s rankings, with 3 out of the Top 5 Most Effective Brands being QSRs.   

AB InBev and McDonald’s demonstrate their dedication to effectiveness by taking top spots in the Marketer and Brand rankings, respectively, for the third year running. 

The competition for Most Effective Agency Office showcases the global breadth and strength of agencies in relation to effectiveness.  The Top 10 Most Effective Agency Offices span the globe, representing Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, India, New Zealand, Ukraine, and United Arab Emirates. Similarly, the Top 10 ranking for Most Effective Independent Agencies include Argentina, Brazil, China, Denmark, India, New Zealand, Peru, and the United States. 

“The Global Effie Index has More

  • Wednesday, Jun. 5, 2024
Vico Sharabani, Dr. Russ Andersson to receive VES NY Awards
Vico Sharabani
NEW YORK -- 

The New York Section of the Visual Effects Society (VES) will honor Vico Sharabani, director, VFX supervisor and founder of The-Artery, with the VES NY Empire Award, and Dr. Russ Andersson, creator and developer of Boris FX SynthEyes, with the VES NY Empire Technology Award. The 10th Annual VES NY Awards will take place on Thursday evening, June 27, at 230 Fifth (Rooftop Bar) in Manhattan.

The VES NY Empire Award, celebrating its 10th anniversary, recognizes individuals who have made significant and impactful contributions to visual effects artistry in film, animation, television, commercials, video games, and special venues throughout the greater New York area. The VES NY Empire Technology Award honors outstanding achievement in visual effects technological innovation. During the event, VES New York section members whose work in recent years has been recognized at the prestigious VES Awards will also be celebrated for their creative excellence More

  • Wednesday, Jun. 5, 2024
Now that the fight with DeSantis appointees has ended, Disney set to invest $17B in Florida parks
A guest wears a Pride-themed Mickey Ears hat at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., Saturday, June 3, 2023. Pride Month starts Saturday, June 1, 2024, across the U.S. and the globe, an annual celebration of LGBTQ+ people and culture. The main events are parades and festivals held in cities large and small. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel via AP, File)
By Mike Schneider
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- 

Months after Disney and Gov. Ron DeSantis' appointees agreed to end a protracted legal fight, the two sides are set to approve an agreement that could result in the company investing up to $17 billion into its Florida resort and opens the door to a fifth major theme park at Walt Disney World.

The five DeSantis-appointed supervisors who oversee the Disney World district voted Wednesday to give initial approval to a new development agreement that both sides had agreed to negotiate after a March settlement ended their state court lawsuits against each other.

A second vote was required for final approval, and that was set for next week.

"We are heading towards a brand new day, and I'm excited about where this is going," said Charbel Barakat, vice chair of the district's board. "I only wish we could have gotten here sooner."

Woody Rodriguez, director of external affairs for the Disney parks, told board members that the agreement More

  • Wednesday, Jun. 5, 2024
Former prosecutor settles lawsuit against Netflix over Central Park Five series
In this May 20, 2019 file photo, Director Ava DuVernay, center, with the Central Park Five: Raymond Santana, from left, Kevin Richardson, Korey Wise, Anthony McCray and Yuesf Salaam, attend the world premiere of "When They See Us," at the Apollo Theater in New York. (Photo by Donald Traill/Invision/AP, file)
NEW YORK (AP) -- 

Former Manhattan prosecutor Linda Fairstein and Netflix announced Tuesday they've settled the defamation lawsuit she filed four years ago over her portrayal in the streaming service's miniseries about the five Black and Latino teenagers known as the now-exonerated Central Park Five.

Fairstein had argued that the 2019 four-part series "When They See Us" defamed her by portraying her as a "racist, unethical villain" and attributed actions, responsibilities and viewpoints that were not hers.

The case was expected to go to trial later this month. Fairstein said in a statement that "the decision to conclude this fight was not an easy one," expressing confidence she would have presented a "compelling case to the jury." While Fairstein will not receive any money as part of the settlement, Netflix has agreed to donate $1 million to the Innocence Project, a nonprofit that works to exonerate people who've been wrongly convicted.

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