American actor and Tony-winning performer
The Philippines’ $40bn outsourcing industry, which employs about 1.9 million people, is facing pressure as AI adoption rises. Workers report AI-generated material being trained on their writing, with redundancies looming as roles shift toward automation.
Boy George has withdrawn from the London Palladium production of Jesus Christ Superstar after releasing a controversial anti-Gaza song supporting Israel. His manager says the move is in the artist’s best interests, while George maintains his stance for peace. The drama follows backlash, with the production continuing as cast members and crew navigate the fallout.
Micro-dramas—short, mobile-first series—are expanding from China to the US, with revenue projections reaching billions. Platforms like Peacock and TikTok are experimenting, while Hollywood talent enters the space, signaling a broader shift in how audiences pay for and consume portable entertainment.
YouTube is rolling out Shorts Series to organize Shorts into TV-style seasons, offering custom thumbnails and playback. The update accompanies AI draft feedback, dynamic thumbnails, and an analytics refresh, as YouTube betters creators' ability to build serialized micro-dramas and improve audience retention across devices.