PBS Commits $3.6 Million to Fund for Nurturing Diverse Creators

Jennifer Maas TV Business WriterNBC Sports says 16 million viewers tuned in to watch the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics opening ceremony on Friday, an all-time low for Olympic ceremonies on linear television.That’s around 43% down compared to the 28.3 million viewers that watched the PyeongChang Winter Olympics opening ceremony in February 2018.Friday’s torch-lighting in Beijing aired live on NBC and the streaming service Peacock beginning at 6:30 a.m. ET yesterday morning and was replayed again in primetime.

Brent Lang Executive Editor of Film and MediaWith much of the country bracing for or digging out from a nasty winter storm, two new releases are hoping to provide so much sizzle that moviegoers will brave the ice and snow to hit up their local multiplexes.In one corner: Lionsgate’s “Moonfall,” a disaster epic from Roland Emmerich, one of the most successful purveyors of cinematic destruction. In the other: Paramount’s “Jackass Forever,” the latest entry in the long-running series in which Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O and Wee Man risk life, limb and nether regions in the service of comedy. “Jackass Forever” scored a stronger Thursday previews showing, netting $1.7 million.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief“The Battle at Lake Changjin II” passed the $200 million landmark at the China box office at midday local time on Thursday, the film’s third day of release. Data from Alibaba’s Beacon data tracking service showed the film lying comfortably on top of the mainland Chinese box office chart with RMB166 million (26.1 million) earned on the third morning of the Lunar New Year holidays.

a commercial featuring a same-sex couple canoodling, showing affection, and sharing a piece of toast slathered with peanut butter.OMM has alleged that the commercial, titled “Here for Real Love,” is attempting to “normalize and glorify the LGBTQ lifestyle by featuring a homosexual couple hugging, feeding each other, and wiping the other one’s mouth.”“By promoting same sex relationships, eHarmony wants to make it clear where they stand on this controversial topic instead of remaining neutral in the culture war,” the group wrote in an online petition it’s been asking supporter to sign. “There is concern about the way this advertisement is pushing the LGBTQ agenda, but an even greater concern is that the commercial is airing when children are likely watching television.“This eHarmony ad brainwashes children and adults by desensitizing them and convincing them that homosexuality is natural, when in reality it is an unnatural love that is forbidden by Scripture just like love rooted in adultery is forbidden,” the petition continues.

Having cracked Hollywood in the 1980s and 1990s, Bridget Fonda was one of the most memorable pin-ups of the time. But after twelve years out of the spotlight, the star’s life looks a lot more different, swapping red carpets for a quieter time. Here’s everything we know about her lifestyle change… Who is Bridget Fonda? Bridget Fonda is a former American actress, hailing from a family of renowned actors - her father is Peter Fonda, her aunt is Jane Fonda and her grandfather is Henry Fonda.

Halle Berry has revealed she has had a commitment ceremony with her longtime partner Van Hunt, 51, according to a new interview.The 55 year old Hollywood actress, who just starred in Netflix’s thought-provoking drama Bruised, in November, has been busy making career moves while keeping her relationship on the down-low. But during a heartfelt chat, the star, who recently fooled fans into thinking she'd gotten married to Van, revealed she and musician boyfriend Van tied the knot in a sweet ceremony led by her son Mateo.The Oscar-winner also gushed over her “new amazing love”, whom she confirmed her relationship with in September 2020. Speaking to American publication AARP, Halle shared: “My son, Maceo, of his own volition did this little commitment ceremony for us in the back seat of the car.

Rihanna has donated $15 million to several climate change organizations, focusing on vulnerable communities, including Black, indigineous, and LGBTQ groups, through her Clara Lionel Foundation named after her grandparents in 2012.The 33-year-old star is known for supplying relief for different causes, recently giving millions of dollars for COVID-19 relief support groups worldwide.This time Rihanna has donated money to the Climate Justice Alliance, the Indigenous Environmental Network, the Movement for Black Lives, the Black Feminist Fund, the Caribbean Youth Environment Network, among others, fighting for climate justice in the Caribbean and the United States.“Climate disasters, which are growing in frequency and intensity, do not impact all communities equally, with communities of color and island nations facing the brunt of climate change,” Rihanna explained.The generous donation was made in partnership with Twitter co-founder Jack Dorse’s #StartSmall fund, with the Clara Lionel Foundation inviting other organizations to support these vulnerable communities.“These grants support entities focused on and led by women, youth, Black, Indigenous, people of color and LGBTQIA+ communities,” the Clara Lionel Foundation stated; “We invite others to join us in elevating, funding and supporting these groups and others who are on the frontlines of the climate justice movement.”The singer and entrepreneur was reported to have an estimated net worth of $1.7 billion in 2021, followed by Oprah as the wealthiest female entertainer.

The YouTuber who was this week ordered to pay Cardi B a neat $4 million in damages after being found liable for defamation has vowed to appeal the ruling. She is now spinning the whole dispute as a big old battle against the sinister Hollywood machine and a full-on mission to protect the free speech rights contained in the First Amendment of the US Constitution.

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Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorRihanna is putting $15 million behind her belief that climate change is a social justice issue by making that sizable donation to the movement through her Clara Lionel Foundation.On Tuesday the singer announced that the money will be distributed between 18 climate justice organizations working in seven Caribbean nations and the United States, including the Climate Justice Alliance, the Indigenous Environmental Network, and the Movement for Black Lives, according to the Associated Press.“Climate disasters, which are growing in frequency and intensity, do not impact all communities equally, with communities of color and island nations facing the brunt of climate change,” Rihanna said in a statement. The grants, which were made in partnership with Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey’s #StartSmall fund, are focused on groups with female, LGBTQ and Black and indigenous leaders because their communities are at the greatest risk.“Funders must build partnerships with grassroots organizations, acknowledging their deep understanding of what is necessary to achieve climate justice in their own communities,” said Justine Lucas, Clara Lionel Foundation’s executive director.During the height of the pandemic in 2020, Rihanna and Dorsey together donated $15 million to mental-health services as well as $2.1 million each to aid victims of domestic violence in Los Angeles.Earlier this week, Rihanna’s  Savage X Fenty lingerie line announced a new funding round of $125 million led by Neuberger Berman.Rihanna was officially named a billionaire last year when Forbes estimated her net worth at $1.7 billion.

While the 7-day average of new Covid cases in the U.S. is trending down, the daily number of new cases topped 1 million for only the second time in the 733 days since the first infection was reported stateside. Monday numbers posted today by the CDC and Johns Hopkins University came in at 1,140,580 and 1,007,511 new daily cases, respectively. The only other day that compares, according to the CDC was January 10 of this year.

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Rihanna is backing her belief that climate change is a social-justice issue by pledging $15 million to the movement through her Clara Lionel Foundation.

Rihanna is backing her belief that climate change is a social justice issue by pledging $15 million to the movement through her Clara Lionel Foundation.The “We Found Love” singer Tuesday announced the donation to 18 climate justice organizations doing work in seven Caribbean nations and the United States, including the Climate Justice Alliance, the Indigenous Environmental Network, and the Movement for Black Lives.“Climate disasters, which are growing in frequency and intensity, do not impact all communities equally, with communities of color and island nations facing the brunt of climate change,” Rihanna said in a statement, adding that is the reason her foundation prioritizes both climate resilience and climate justice work.The grants, made in partnership with Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey's #StartSmall philanthropic initiative, are focused on groups with female, LGBT, and Black and Indigenous leaders because their communities are at the greatest risk.“Funders must build partnerships with grassroots organizations, acknowledging their deep understanding of what is necessary to achieve climate justice in their own communities.” Justine Lucas, Clara Lionel Foundation's executive director, said in a statement.————The Associated Press receives support from the Lilly Endowment for coverage of philanthropy and nonprofits. The AP is solely responsible for all content.

EXCLUSIVE: The Cherokee Nation Film Office has announced a $1 million incentive geared at enticing more film and television productions to shoot within the boundaries of Cherokee Nation.