Category Archives: Entertainment

03Feb/26

Lanyards, Latex, and Algorithms: The Adult Industry Confronts the Age of AI

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02, Feb. 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ —  The 2026 AVN Expo in Las Vegas, widely considered the adult entertainment industry’s equivalent to the Oscars, illustrates a sector grappling with the rapid integration of artificial intelligence. The conference presents a surreal juxtaposition of standard corporate logistics—such as lanyards and coffee queues—against the backdrop of an industry defined by explicit content, evidenced by dress codes that regulate body concealment rather than formal attire

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28Jan/26

Pop-Reggae Legends UB40 Announce Massive 40-City “Unstoppable” North American Tour and New Summer Album

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Jan. 28, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — The provided text details the announcement of The Unstoppable Tour, a major concert series by the legendary British reggae-pop group UB40 scheduled for late 2025. This extensive 40-city trek will cover numerous locations across the United States and Canada, marking the band’s fifth straight year of North American performances. Fans can expect a setlist featuring iconic hits like “Red Red Wine” alongside material from a forthcoming studio album slated for release this summer. The current lineup includes original founding members and lead vocalist Matt Doyle, who has fronted the group since 2021. Beyond the tour logistics, the sources highlight the band’s enduring global influence, noting their massive record sales and multiple Grammy nominations earned over a career spanning nearly five decades. Continue reading →

20Jan/26

From Antarctica to the Amazon: Will Smith Captivates Dubai with New National Geographic Series

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The Middle East hosted the debut of a National Geographic documentary series titled Pole to Pole with Will Smith. The celebratory event took place in Dubai at the SEE Institute, a venue chosen for its status as a net-zero emissions facility. The project captures a 100-day expedition across all seven continents, emphasizing the importance of environmental conservation and global discovery. During the premiere, the actor participated in a discussion with the specialised explorers and scientists who joined him on the journey. Strategic consultancy KS Konnect facilitated the high-profile launch, further cementing the region’s reputation as a growing international media hub. In the United Arab Emirates, audiences can access the cinematic series via Disney+ or National Geographic broadcast channels. Contine reading

06Jan/26

Copyright infringement, artist compensation

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Jan. 6, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — In 2025 and early 2026, the  BBC Talking Business  series and wider BBC reporting have extensively covered the transformative and controversial role of AI in the music industry. Continue reading →

23Dec/25

International Holocaust Survivors Night

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The Claims Conference annoncement regarding the International Holocaust Survivors Night is scheduled for December 2025. This a global virtual event designed to acknowledge the fortitude and persistence of those who lived through the Holocaust, featuring participation from prominent world leaders and famous personalities. Key speakers and dignitaries from numerous countries offer tributes and musical performances to emphasise the ongoing importance of historical remembrance and education. Continue reading

18Dec/25

AI’s Future in Filmmaking: Creativity and Ethics

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming global filmmaking by redefining creative roles, accelerating technological adoption, and introducing complex ethical challenges, as debated by industry leaders at the Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia (SSFF & ASIA) international conference. The conference explored how artificial intelligence is changing cinema, noting a significant increase in AI-related film submissions to the festival between 2024 and 2025. Key discussions centred on viewing AI as a creative partner rather than just a technical tool, addressing concerns about ethics and copyright, and sharing an overall optimistic outlook that AI will expand human creativity in filmmaking.  Continue reading

14Dec/25

Mixtape Vs Album

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Dec. 14, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — A mixtape is a compilation of songs, originally homemade on cassette tapes, now often digital, used by artists for promotion or by fans for personal enjoyment, featuring a mix of original tracks, remixes, and freestyles, often released for free with fewer restrictions than a traditional album. In hip-hop, it’s a vital tool for artists to build buzz, experiment, and showcase skills, sometimes using uncleared samples or rapping over others’ beats. Continue reading →

23Nov/25

Games of the Future 2025: New Game Titles and Media Partnerships

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The Games of the Future (GOTF) 2025 held in Abu Dhabi by Phygital International, the event’s custodian, announces three new gaming titles—Just Dance, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), and HADO—that will be featured in the pioneering phygital sports tournament. These additions broaden the scope of the competition to include mobile esports, dancing, and augmented reality (AR) gameplay. Furthermore, the announcement highlights major new global media partnerships with platforms like Sportworld, Huya, SOOP, StarTimes, and TV BRICS to ensure the event is broadcasted worldwide. The announcement underscores the GOTF’s mission to be an annual, international event that fuses the worlds of physical and digital sports. Continue reading

17Nov/25

Netflix House Philadelphia Grand Opening Details

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Netflix announced the grand opening of Netflix House Philadelphia on 12 November 2025, which represents the company’s first physical, immersive entertainment centre. The 100,000-square-foot location at the King of Prussia mall featues experiences based on popular shows like Wednesday and Stranger Things, as well as dining at Netflix BITES and a retail Netflix Shop. The announcement also highlights the economic investment and creation of nearly 300 permanent jobs in the region, mentions the earlier Housewarming Party and Key Ceremony with state dignitaries, and confirms future locations opening in Dallas in December 2025 and Las Vegas in 2027. Continue reading

01Nov/25

Maria Stalin-Andriasova: Global Peace Ambassador for Culture and Art

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Maria Stalin-Andriasova has been named the Global Ambassador of Peace for Culture and International Relations, recognising her work in fostering international understanding through music and art. The text outlines her extensive international career as a pianist and composer, highlighting her education at The Juilliard School and her artistic projects with global reach, specifically citing her work related to Japan’s Hiroshima legacy and her collaborations with her husband, The Vatican Artist Guillermo Esparza. Furthermore, the source details her distinguished family history, noting that her relatives co-established and sponsored three Nobel Peace Prize-winning organisations, positioning her as a representative of this extraordinary lineage in the arts and human rights. Her work is presented as a unique blend of Russian and Western traditions, used to promote peace and preserve cultural heritage globally. Continue reading