Drake has sparked rumours that he’s set to release new music soon by sharing an image taken in a recording studio.As Music-News.com reports, the Canadian star suggested that he is currently working on the follow-up project to last year’s ‘Certified Lover Boy’ by sharing a behind-the-scenes photo on his Instagram Stories this week.The post in question, which was uploaded without a caption, sees an unknown producer working at a mixing desk in a dimly-lit studio space. A keyboard sits beside the console beneath a large speaker stack, and it appears that Drake took the shot while sitting on a sofa.Check it out here:Drake hints new music is coming as he hits the studio https://t.co/nxqbOH8kBW pic.twitter.com/DC3n9vXM4k— Showbiz News Reel (@showbiznewsreel) March 31, 2022Earlier this month, Drake revealed that he was planning some “highly interactive shows” in New York and Toronto.
Motion Picture Association Seeks Vast Expansion of California Tax Credit
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Gene Maddaus Senior Media WriterThe Motion Picture Association unveiled a report on Friday that calls for a vast expansion of the California film and television tax credit.The report contends that the credit generates billions of dollars in economic benefits for the state and produces a positive return in state and local tax revenue. The report advocates expanding the state credits for film and TV production and for the construction of soundstages, as well as creating a new credit for visual effects work.The report also argues for making the existing credits refundable or transferrable, which would allow studios to benefit even if they do not have tax liability in the state.The MPA represents six studios — Disney, Netflix, Warner Bros., Sony, Universal and Paramount — and has led the charge in pushing for increases in state tax credits across the country over the last two decades.
The organization funded the report, which was prepared by the Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation. The report studied “Program 2.0,” the $330 million annual credit that ran from 2015 to 2020.
The authors used a multiplier to estimate the direct and indirect economic benefits from the credit, finding that the program generated $12.4 billion in direct spending and $21.8 billion in total economic output.The California Film Commission, the state agency that administers the credit, has also studied Program 2.0, but came up with a significantly lower estimate. In a report in December 2020, the state agency estimated that the program’s $1.5 billion in credits was on track to generate $11.2 billion in direct spending.
Motion Picture Academy Says It Will Take a Few Weeks to Determine ‘Appropriate Action’ for Will Smith
Dear Members,Sunday’s telecast of the 94th Oscars was meant to be a celebration of the many individuals in our community who did incredible work this past year. We are upset and outraged that those moments were overshadowed by the unacceptable and harmful behavior on stage by a nominee.To be clear, we condemn Mr.
Georgia Mulls Capping Its $900 Million Film Incentives & Barring Sale Of Tax Credits
A bill pending in the Georgia legislature would put a cap of $900 million on the amount of tax incentives the state gives to filmmakers each year, which has turned Georgia into one of the nation’s top filming destinations. That $900 million, which is about what the state pays out now each year, is more than any other film rebate in the country, and more than double California’s current $440 million in tax credits.
Gavin Newsom Names First-Ever Transgender Appointee As Judge In California
the vacancy left by retiring Judge Benjamin Davidian, reports The Press Democrat. She follows in the path of Alameda Superior Court Judge Victoria Kolakowski, who became the first openly transgender judge in the state after she was elected to her current position in 2010. Kolakowski later praised Murdyk’s appointment on Twitter.“Andi Mudryk is a great appointment and will be a wonderful judge,” Kolakowski tweeted.
Cardi B takes daughter Kulture to Disneyland for a day of fun
a lot of them still enjoy a simple day at Disneyland just like the rest of us.The latest celeb to make their way to the Happiest Place on Earth was Cardi B, who brought her 3-year-old daughter Kulture Kiari for a magical day at the park. While most of the entertainment industry was in Los Angeles for the 94th Academy Awards on Sunday, March 27, Cardi and her little one were about an hour away at Disneyland.
Florence + The Machine announce expansive 2022 North American tour
Florence + The Machine have announced an expansive North American tour kicking off this September in Montreal – tickets will be available here.The tour, which includes arena stops at New York City’s Madison Square Garden and Los Angeles’ Hollywood Bowl, will be joined by Arlo Parks, Sam Fender, King Princess, Yves Tumor, Japanese Breakfast and Wet Leg on select dates. See the full tour schedule below.The run of massive gigs are in support of the Florence Welch-led band’s forthcoming album ‘Dance Fever’, which drops on May 13.
1st transgender judge appointed to bench in California
Andi Mudryk is the first openly transgender judge appointed to the judicial bench in California. She will serve in Sacramento County Superior Court. Photo: Office of Gov. Gavin Newsom
'90 Day Fiancé's Kim Explains Why She Knows Usman Isn't Using Her for Money or a Green Card (Exclusive)
aka musician Sojaboy in his home country of Nigeria — on this season of, and she addressed some fans' suspicions that he's dating her for reasons other than love.When 50-year-old Kim arrived from San Diego, California, to meet 32-year-old Usman in person in Tanzania, where he was shooting a music video, she gave him two expensive gifts — a PS5 and a MacBook Pro. Usman was not surprisingly overjoyed at the gifts, and at the time, Kim jokingly asked if the gifts made her «girlfriend status.» Kim told ET's Melicia Johnson that she definitely wasn't buying Usman's affection.«I don't need to buy a man's love for anything. I don't need to do that,» she says.
Charles 'desperate' to see Archie and Lilibet as Harry delays UK visit, says expert
Prince Charles is growing increasingly “desperate” to see Archie and Lilibet after Prince Harry announced further delays on a trip back to the UK this month, an expert has said. It’s been a while since the Prince of Wales has physically seen his grandson or even met his baby granddaughter after parents Prince Harry and Meghan Markle moved to the US in 2020. According to Royal editor Russel Myers, it looks like it could still be quite some time yet before Prince Charles gets to reunite with his grandchildren as son Harry has delayed a visit back to his home country with his family over fears of their safety.
Inside Love Island's Millie Court's sun-soaked Los Angeles trip for fashion shoot
Love Island winner Millie Court has given a glimpse inside her sun-soaked trip to Los Angeles. The 24 year old, who recently broke her silence following split rumours from Liam Reardon, has shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse of her trip to Los Angeles while shooting campaigns for ASOS and sports brand Puma.
Beyonce in talks for Compton tennis court performance for Oscars
Beyonce is reportedly in talks for a performance during the Oscars. The R B superstar is nominated for Best Original Song for 'Be Alive' from 'King Richard', the biopic about tennis aces Venus and Serena Williams and their father and coach Richard Williams. According to Variety, the 'Run the World' hitmaker could perform the song from a tennis court in Compton, where the sporting icons used to practice with their parent, which would be beamed into the ceremony.
California Bill Would Protect Transgender Children That Receive Gender-Affirming Healthcare
A bill introduced in the California legislature would protect out-of-state trans youth and their families from legal action, if they come to California for gender-affirming healthcare. California State Senator Scott Wiener, a Democrat representing San Francisco, introduced the bill on Thursday, March 17.The bill would make any out-of-state judgements that aim to remove “trans kids from their parents based on parents allowing their kids to receive gender-affirming healthcare” unenforceable in California.
Tennis Star Nick Kyrgios Drags Ben Stiller Into His On-Court Exchange With Heckler
Ben Stiller was minding his own business, taking in a day of tennis at the Indian Wells tournament in California on Thursday, March 17, when he found himself dragged into an exchange between one of the players and a heckler in the crowd.
Johnny Depp & Amber Heard’s $100M Legal War Calls James Franco, Paul Bettany, Elon Musk, Disney & Warner Bros Reps As Witnesses At Trial; Jason Momoa & Bryan Lourd Emails Added To Court Docket
There likely won’t be a red carpet rolled out in front of the Fairfax County courthouse, but some big names are coming to Johnny Depp’s now $100 million defamation battle with ex-wife Amber Heard when the long delayed trial starts next month.
California brunette is the perfect sunkissed look to ask your hairdresser for this summer
Changing up our hair colour in favour of a lighter shade for the summer months is nothing new, so it’s no surprise that one of the latest viral hair trends is a variation of that exact phenomenon. A video shared by Hollywood Hills salon Treehouse Studio has been viewed more than four million times after showcasing our new summery hair trend obsession: California brunette.
California community college’s LGBTQ Pride flag burned
KSBW. “It can be so infuriating and really scary all at the same time.”Some of the speakers at the flag-raising said it was important to show that members of the college community aren’t afraid of the vandals and will stand strong together.“Very frankly, I was told, ‘Oh, Steve, you’re not going to run openly gay are you? You haven’t been here long enough. You’re not going to get elected.’ Well, guess what? I’m here,” Cabrillo College trustee Steve Trujillo said.