
Regional Music Tastes Revealed by Streaming Data
Streaming data from Spotify and YouTube for 2025 reveals interesting variations in music listening habits across different regions, such as Scotland's preference for Oasis and Newcastle's for Sam Fender.

Blackpink Achieves 100 Million YouTube Subscribers Milestone
K-pop girl group Blackpink has become the first official artist channel to reach 100 million subscribers on YouTube.

YouTube TV Billing Scam Emails Target Users
Fake 'BILLING FAILED' emails are being sent to YouTube TV users, attempting to trick them into revealing personal information.

V&A Displays First YouTube Video and Watchpage
The Victoria and Albert Museum has recreated and displayed the original YouTube experience from 2005 using internet archives.

TV Ratings: Olympics and Nancy Guthrie Case Boost 'Today' to Morning Show Lead
NBC's 'Today' program has seen significant year-over-year growth in recent weeks, driven by coverage of the Olympics and the Nancy Guthrie case, leading the morning show ratings.

Nollywood Filmmaker Benneth Nwankwo Advises on Avoiding YouTube Copyright Claims
Filmmaker Benneth Nwankwo offers advice to Nollywood producers on how to prevent revenue loss due to copyright claims on YouTube, citing Bimbo Ademoye's experience as a cautionary tale.

YouTube Viewing Habits Shift to TV in UK
A new study reveals that television has become the most popular device for watching YouTube in the UK, surpassing laptops, tablets, and smartphones across all age groups.

Alphabet Rallies on YouTube Ad Growth and Double-Digit Cloud Revenue Gains
Alphabet (GOOG) stock has rallied, fueled by strong YouTube ad growth and significant double-digit revenue gains in its cloud division.

TechnologyReutersbloombergFT+6Times of IndiavarietyDawndeadlineseeking-alphaBangkok Post3d ago9 sources YouTube Experiences Global Outage
Thousands of users worldwide are reporting issues with YouTube, experiencing problems loading videos on both the app and website.
Grace Link to Write and Star in Short-Form YouTube Series ‘Locker Room Talk’
Grace Link is set to write and star in a new short-form YouTube series titled ‘Locker Room Talk,’ an intimate ensemble comedy exploring womanhood, body image, and identity.

Monaco vs. Paris Saint-Germain Champions League Play-off Live Audio Coverage
An explosive Champions League play-off showdown between Monaco and Paris Saint-Germain will have live audio coverage.

YouTube Executive Meetings and Partnerships
Discussions about initial plans for partnerships and meetings with YouTube executive Neil Mohan, indicating strategic collaborations.

Rare Pokemon Card Sells for Record US$16.5 Million
An exceptionally rare Pokemon card, previously owned by American YouTuber Logan Paul, has been sold for US$16.5 million, setting a new world record for the most expensive trading card.

Logan Paul Sells Rare Pokemon Card for Record $16.5 Million
YouTuber and wrestler Logan Paul has reportedly sold a rare Pikachu Illustrator Pokemon card for an astronomical $16.5 million, significantly higher than his original purchase price.

Revisiting Duke-UNC's 1979 Big Four Basketball Classic
A look back at the historic 1979 Big Four basketball game between Duke and UNC, celebrating the memorable Foster era at Duke before the Krzyzewski era began.

MrBeast Seeks Head of TikTok to Expand Social Media Presence
YouTube creator MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) is hiring a "head of TikTok" to help his company grow its reach on the popular short-form video platform.

Tech Giants Face Landmark Trials Over Social Media Addiction Claims
Major tech companies like Meta, TikTok, Snap, and YouTube are being sued for allegedly designing addictive products that cause personal injury. Company executives and lawyers are presenting their arguments in ongoing trials.

"Iron Lung" Box Office Success Sparks Debate on Future of Video Game Films
The unexpected box-office hit "Iron Lung," an adaptation of an obscure horror game by a YouTube gaming star, is prompting discussions about new directions for video game films.

Golden State Warriors Rebuild Discussion
A recent YouTube video from 'Athletic Alchemy' explored the potential need for the Golden State Warriors to begin rebuilding their roster.
Irving Azoff Criticizes YouTube for Pulling Data from Billboard Charts
Power-manager Irving Azoff has strongly criticized YouTube for pulling data from Billboard Charts, stating that the industry needs to resist YouTube's increasing power over artists.

1960 US Olympic Basketball Team Remembered as Original Dream Team
The 1960 U.S. Olympic Basketball Team is being celebrated as the original 'Dream Team' for its spectacular performance.

YouTuber MKBHD Says Tesla Cut Contact Ahead of Model Y Review
Marques Brownlee, a prominent tech reviewer and YouTuber, stated that Tesla ceased communication with him prior to his planned review of the new Model Y Performance.

Taylor Fritz Explains Why He Won't Become a YouTuber
Taylor Fritz explains his reasons for not joining fellow tennis players Casper Ruud and Ben Shelton in creating YouTube content.

Texas Senate Race Draws Attention
The Texas Senate race is gaining attention, with a Colbert interview with candidate James Talarico drawing significant views and discussions about the need for a 'boring' race.

YouTube Viewing Habits Shift to TV Sets in UK
Over half of YouTube's audience in the U.K. now watches content via television sets, according to a report by U.K. ratings body Barb, indicating a significant shift in viewing habits.

PoliticswsjThe Independentvariety+1deadline3d ago4 sources James Talarico Raises $2.5 Million After Colbert Interview Shifted to YouTube
Texas Democrat James Talarico's campaign for U.S. Senate raised $2.5 million after his interview with Stephen Colbert was shifted from broadcast to YouTube.

TechnologyYahoohollywood-reporterbillboard4d ago3 sources YouTube's Role in Music Catalog and Challenges with Unofficial Uploads
A guest column highlights YouTube's critical importance for legacy music catalogs but points out issues with unofficial uploads and poor-quality bootlegs.

PoliticswapoThe GuardianThe Independent4d ago3 sources CBS slammed as ‘capitulating’ to Trump after Stephen Colbert says network lawyers banned guest: ‘FCC you!’
The interview was ultimately aired on the show’s YouTube channel, garnering some 635,000 views

Electronic Artist Look Mum No Computer to Represent UK at Eurovision
Electronic artist and YouTuber Look Mum No Computer, a self-proclaimed Eurovision fan, has been selected to represent the UK at the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest.

NFL Players Transitioning to Acting Careers
Stevie Baggs Jr. discusses the growing trend of NFL players making the career transition into acting.

TechnologybloombergBusiness Insiderseeking-alpha5d ago3 sources Apple Expands Podcast Platform with New Video Features
Apple is enhancing its podcast service by introducing new video podcast capabilities, aiming to compete with platforms like YouTube and Spotify.

Candace Owens Alleges Erika Kirk Ordered Removal of Charlie Kirk Show from Platforms
Candace Owens has raised questions about whether Erika Kirk was behind the removal of The Charlie Kirk Show from major podcast platforms like Spotify, Apple, and YouTube, though no proof has linked her to the action.

Meta and YouTube Face Landmark Trial Over Social Media Addiction
A California trial has commenced against Meta and YouTube, with plaintiffs alleging the tech giants engineered their platforms to be addictive, particularly for children.

South Korean YouTuber Earnings See Significant Jump Over Four Years
The average annual earnings for YouTubers and other single-person media creators in South Korea have risen by over 25% in the last four years. Their income now averages US$49,000 annually.

Rise of YouTube Politicians Challenges South Korea's Democracy
The increasing prominence of politicians using YouTube to reach voters is testing the resilience of South Korea's democratic processes.
Trial to Examine Whether Big Tech Firms Designed Addictive Products
A forthcoming trial will investigate whether major technology companies like Meta and YouTube intentionally designed their products to be addictive. This raises questions about the ethical responsibilities of Big Tech.

YouTube Gold: The Fab Five Comes To Cameron
A classic moment from Cameron, dubbed 'The Fab Five Comes To Cameron', is highlighted as YouTube Gold.

Software Industry Navigates AI Disruption and Market Shifts
The software industry is experiencing significant disruption due to AI advancements, leading to investor pullback and a re-evaluation of market strategies. This includes a look at companies building infrastructure for crypto payments and the broader impact on software development.

Noles News: FSU baseball, softball set for tournament action
Baseball No. 16 Florida State will begin its Amegy Bank College Baseball Series run today, facing off against Michigan at noon: You can watch it for free on the FloSports YouTube channel: Softball No.

Stray Kids' 'S-Class' Music Video Reaches 300 Million YouTube Views
The music video for Stray Kids' 'S-Class' has surpassed 300 million views on YouTube, as announced by JYP Entertainment.

V&A Museum Displays First YouTube Video and Watchpage
The V&A museum is showcasing a recreation of the original YouTube experience from 2005, including the first video and watchpage, using internet archives.

Markiplier's Horror Film Achieves Box Office Success
Markiplier's new horror movie has become a significant success, reaching a box office milestone 15 times its budget and being hailed as a 'win for YouTubers.'

Logan Paul Sells Rare Pokémon Card for $16.5 Million
YouTuber Logan Paul has reportedly sold his rare Pokémon card for $16.5 million, exceeding his own expectations and validating his approach to online ventures.

V&A Museum Displays First YouTube Video and Watchpage
The Victoria and Albert Museum is showcasing a recreation of the original YouTube experience from 2005, using internet archives to display the platform's first video and watchpage.

US Capitol Police Detain Armed Individual Near Capitol Building
U.S. Capitol Police have detained a person near the Capitol Building who was found to be in possession of 'what appears to be a gun.'

Pocket.watch Partners with YouTube Stars to Bring Creator Content to Market
Pocket.watch is collaborating with popular YouTube creators like Topper Guild and JJ & Mikey to market their content.

Snapchat to Launch Creator Subscriptions
Snap is set to introduce creator subscriptions, entering a competitive market already populated by platforms like Patreon, Substack, OnlyFans, YouTube, and Instagram.

Electronic Artist Look Mum No Computer to Represent UK at Eurovision
Electronic artist Look Mum No Computer has been selected to represent the United Kingdom at the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest.

YouTuber Faces Charges for Filming 'Underground Pentagon'
A YouTuber is facing federal charges for allegedly using a drone to film the top-secret Raven Rock Mountain Complex, also known as the 'underground Pentagon'.

Markiplier Celebrates Success of Debut Film 'Iron Lung'
YouTube star Markiplier discusses the multi-million dollar box office success of his first film, 'Iron Lung', calling it a win for independent creators.

WorldTimes of India5d ago Muslim Vendor Forced to Eat Food Over 'Food Jihad' Suspicion in Andhra Pradesh
A Muslim vendor in Andhra Pradesh was allegedly forced to eat his own 'kova bun' by YouTubers who suspected 'food jihad'. The incident sparked outrage and led to significant support for the vendor.

YouTuber-Founded Chicken Chain Sides Announces Major UK and International Expansion
Sides, the chicken restaurant brand established by The Sidemen, plans to open 15 new restaurants in 2026, committing further to its UK presence and expanding internationally. The company cites "incredible momentum" as the driver for its ambitious growth strategy.
The Evolution of Filmmaking and Digital Media
An article traces the history of filmmaking, from 1970s Hollywood classics to the eventual rise of platforms like YouTube.
Tech Giants Face Scrutiny Over Social Media Addiction and Design
Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok are under fire for allegedly creating "addiction machines" through their platform designs. Legal trials in the US and warnings from the EU highlight growing concerns over the impact of social media on users.