On June 18, 2024, BLACKPINK's Rosé officially signed a management contract with The Black Label, helmed by longtime producer Teddy Park. The announcement, confirmed by The Black Label to SportsWorldi via Soompi, emphasized the deep trust between Teddy Park and Rosé. Known for producing BLACKPINK's major hits like 'Pink Venom' and 'Kill This Love', Teddy Park also contributed to Rosé's solo debut album 'R'.Rosé, the only BLACKPINK member not to establish her own label after...

Donald Trump, in an interview for a forthcoming book, praised Taylor Swift's beauty while labeling her as "liberal," speculating she doesn't support him. Despite acknowledging her star quality and beauty, Trump admitted unfamiliarity with her music. He questioned Swift's authenticity as a liberal, expressing surprise at a successful country star holding such views. Swift, previously rumored to support Republicans, publicly endorsed Democratic candidates in 2018 and backed Joe Biden in 2020. She explained...

In a groundbreaking move, Apple announced at its Worldwide Developers Conference keynote the introduction of the Calculator app to the iPad, eliciting widespread excitement. Despite being a staple on other Apple devices, the iPad has notably lacked this feature since its inception in 2010. With the impending release of iPadOS 18 this fall, users can bid adieu to relying on web browsers or third-party apps for math computations. The new app not only handles basic calculations but also offers unit...

In a recent episode of The Diary of a CEO podcast, Simon Cowell confessed his sole "regret" concerning the creation of One Direction. Reflecting on his career milestones, Cowell acknowledged forming the British boy band after their solo auditions on The X Factor in 2010 as one of his greatest achievements. However, he lamented not retaining ownership of the band's name, acknowledging that the members now possess the rights. Cowell humorously expressed his willingness to repurchase the name from them....

New York state is considering groundbreaking legislation to prevent social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok from using algorithms for feeds viewed by children. Supported by Governor Kathy Hochul, the bill mandates that posts be shown to minors in chronological order, eliminating algorithm-driven content. The proposal also seeks to ban late-night notifications to minors without parental consent. Proponents argue that algorithms contribute to social media addiction and harm children's mental...

Singer-songwriter Halsey, real name Ashley Nicolette Frangipane, shared on Instagram that she has been battling serious health issues. In a series of videos, Halsey documented her medical treatments without specifying her diagnosis. She expressed determination to overcome her health challenges by the age of 30. Halsey announced her new song, "The End," and a forthcoming album, a follow-up to 2021’s If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power. Proceeds from her latest single will benefit The Leukemia...

In an effort to address Japan’s declining birth rate, the Tokyo Metropolitan government will launch a fee-based dating app this summer. The app aims to promote marriage by requiring thorough registration, including proof of single status, annual salary, and a commitment to marriage. Users must provide 15 personal details and undergo an interview. The initiative, backed by a budget of 200 million yen for 2023 and 300 million yen for 2024, seeks to offer a secure platform for those hesitant about...

Miley Cyrus has expressed disappointment towards the Grammy Awards for not acknowledging her musical contributions over her 20-year career until recently. Despite releasing her debut single in 2007, she felt that it was not until the release of her 2023 song Flowers that the prestigious award show took her seriously. While Flowers earned her Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance awards at the 2024 Grammys, it was her first significant win after multiple nominations. Cyrus highlighted her...

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has urged the public to avoid posting the 2023 (2024) GCE Advanced Level Examination results on social media. UGC Chairperson Prof. Sampath Amaratunge cautioned that sharing results online could jeopardize students' university application opportunities. He highlighted the risk of personal information, such as index numbers and National Identity Card (NIC) numbers, being misused for unauthorized admissions. Prof. Amaratunge emphasized that rectifying such incidents...

Kanye West is being sued by his former assistant, Lauren Pisciotta, for sexual harassment, breach of contract, and wrongful termination. Pisciotta alleges that West sent her explicit texts, engaged in sexual acts while on the phone with her, and did not pay her severance package. She claims West initially allowed her to continue her OnlyFans business but later demanded she delete her account for a monetary reward. Pisciotta also accuses West of masturbating in front of her and trapping her in a private...