The New York Times – Music:
Women in the industry are speaking out about what they feel are cancellations motivated by their appearance rather than sound, even as there is a belief that pregnancy and childbirth have positive effects on the voice.
Category: Labor and Jobs
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Hollywood Directors Reach Deal With Studios as Writers’ Strike Continues
The New York Times – Film:
The tentative agreement includes improvements in wages and guardrails around artificial intelligence.
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Predawn Picket Lines Help Writers Disrupt Studio Productions
The New York Times – Film:
Workers from other unions have shown solidarity with the strikers, catching entertainment companies off guard.
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Do You Have What It Takes to Be Kendall Roy’s Assistant?
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
In “Succession,” Jess quits, and Kerry was in tears. What is it actually like to be an assistant to the ultra wealthy?
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Airlines and F.A.A. Try to Head Off Summer Travel Meltdowns
The New York Times – Travel:
Having angered travelers and lawmakers, airline executives and aviation officials said they were reducing flights, hiring staff and making other changes to avoid disruptions this summer.
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Interested in Polyamory? Somerville, Massachusetts May Be the City for You
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Somerville, Mass., has passed laws granting rights to people in polyamorous relationships — and it’s just getting started.
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How the Last Writers’ Strike Changed Things Onscreen
The New York Times – Film:
The impact included promising shows that lost their audiences, films rushed into production with flimsy scripts and turbocharging reality programming.
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Hollywood Writers Strike Is ‘Going to Be a While’
The New York Times – Film:
The writers and entertainment companies remain far apart on several key issues, including money, and the standoff could last for months.