SAG-AFTRA reaffirms 'unwavering commitment' to DEI as Hollywood studios scale back

Hollywood's DEI commitments were slipping even before Trump. Now they're vanishing fast

There's been a slow retreat for years from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives at studios and entertainment companies, experts say.

Los Angeles Times - Mar. 7

Rays say they 'cannot move forward' with new stadium: 'Our commitment ... is unwavering'

Owner Stu Sternberg blamed events 'no one could have anticipated'

CBS Sports - 5d

Catherine O'Hara has power, Kathryn Hahn wants money: 'The Studio' team tells all at SXSW

Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg and the cast of Apple TV+'s inside-baseball Hollywood comedy 'The Studio' stopped by the L.A. Times studio at SXSW.

Los Angeles Times - Mar. 9

Cheltenham is back on track – this year was the best I have been to

The Cheltenham Festival reaffirmed itself as the greatest sporting event in the world last week.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

‘I Love It Here, I’ve Said I Want To Stay’: John Tavares Reaffirms Commitment To Maple Leafs Amid Contract Uncertainty Following Loss To Avalanche

After rumors surfaced following the NHL’s trade deadline that the Toronto Maple Leafs had considered trading Mitch Marner to the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for Mikko Rantanen, John Tavares was ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 9

Penn State 2026 running back commit schedules an official visit to see Notre Dame

Notre Dame football is looking like they could flip Penn State running back commit Messiah Mickens, who has scheduled an official visit to South Bend.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Bruno Fernandes Confirms He Considered Leaving Manchester United Last Summer

Bruno Fernandes: The Leader Manchester United Cannot Afford to LoseFernandes’ Commitment Amid Uncertain TimesBruno Fernandes has reaffirmed his commitment to Manchester United, revealing he had an ...

Yahoo Sports - 4d

5-star Ohio State commit Chris Henry Jr. visits Oregon

Mater Dei 5-star receiver Chris Henry Jr., an Ohio State recruit and ESPN's No. 1 recruit in the class of 2026, visited Oregon last week.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Companies should resist political pressures and stick to ESG, DEI commitments: Incoming DBS CEO

"Don't chop and change just because you're trying to ingratiate yourself with another administration," says DBS Deputy CEO Tan Su Shan.

CNBC - 6d

From Ben Affleck to Seth Rogen, Hollywood finds a 'spiritual home' at SXSW

The lineup of the 2025 SXSW Film and TV Festival in Austin is full of returning talent. The Times spoke to organizers and filmmakers about why they keep coming back.

Los Angeles Times - Mar. 6

Misty Copeland Is Not Backing Down From DEI Amid Trump Pushback

The boundary-breaking ballet dancer and serial entrepreneur says this debate is not about acronyms. It’s about peoples’ lives.

Inc. - Mar. 10

With mass rehirings ordered and a plea to the Supreme Court, Trump's court fights scale new heights

Judges this week ordered the government to reinstate thousands of workers, while the administration turned to the Supreme Court for help rolling back judicial powers.

NBC News - 4d

Talented CB Stevenson gives Jackets first 2026 commit

Brooks County 3-star defensive back picks Georgia Tech over offers from double-digit schools, several in the Power 4

Yahoo Sports - 2h

Clemson football recruiting: Are the Tigers back? Two reasons to pump the brakes on Dabo Swinney's 2026 class

Clemson is up to a dozen 2026 football commits and second in the industry-generated 247Sports Composite Team Rankings, but are the Tigers all the way back?

CBS Sports - 1d

Samuel Boyer Commits To Vermont

College Charles-Lemoyne Riverains forward Samuel Boyer has committed to Vermont, it was announced earlier this week.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 9

Pacey Adduono Commits To UMass

Oakmoor Academy forward Pacey Adduono has committed to UMass, it was announced earlier this week.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

The Biggest US Banks Have All Backed Out of a Commitment to Reach Net Zero

In the lead up to the inauguration, the six largest US banks left a voluntary alliance with the UN to reach net zero by 2050. Now, critics are calling for new climate laws.

Wired - Mar. 8

Former MTV host Matt Pinfield says he's recovering from stroke

The former VJ told the Hollywood Reporter that he "intends to come back swinging" after two months in a coma.

Los Angeles Times - 5d

Keywords Studios provides AI-assisted innovation for game devs

Keywords Studios, the international provider of external development for games and entertainment, is launching Keywords Studios AI Solutions.

VentureBeat - 5d

5 Years After Covid Closed the Theaters, Audiences Are Returning

Broadway is almost back, and pop music tours and sports events are booming. But Hollywood, museums and other cultural sectors have yet to bounce back.

The New York Times - 6d

Sources: WR Brown back to K.C. on 1-year deal

Free agent wide receiver Hollywood Brown is returning to the Chiefs on a one-year deal worth up to $11 million, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN - Mar. 8

Trump’s Anti-DEI Effort Leads to Investigations at Dozens of Universities

The Department of Education announced investigations in a memo warning schools over DEI practices.

Inc. - 1d

The Anti-DEI Agenda Is Reprogramming America

President Trump’s anti-DEI playbook doesn’t just affect the makeup of America’s workplaces. It also impacts cultural production. Just ask Netflix’s former head of diversity.

Wired - 1d

Investigation Into Scale AI Also Targets Its HR Partners HireArt and Upwork

According to former contract workers, HireArt, Scale AI’s employer of record, altered language in job offer letters to retroactively change their employment status.

Inc. - Mar. 11

Douglas Kiker, the 'Singing Garbage Man' who wowed 'American Idol' judges, dies at 32

Doug Kiker of 'American Idol' fame is dead. The 'Singing Garbage Man' made it to Hollywood, was eliminated early, then came back to sing with Rascal Flatts.

Los Angeles Times - 4d

Americans deeply divided over DEI programs: Survey

Americans are deeply divided over diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, with significant differences emerging depending on voters' political affiliation, according to a survey published ...

The Hill - 11h

ZA/UM Studio unveils Project [C4] as its upcoming espionage RPG

ZA/UM Studio today introduced its next game, codenamed Project [C4], a new mind-warping espionage RPG.

VentureBeat - Mar. 11

Apple Mac Studio (M4 Max, 2025) Review: Small but Mighty

For creatives who need the very highest level of performance, the Mac Studio delivers it—and then some.

Wired - Mar. 11

Why Europe cannot rely on French nuclear umbrella alone

France’s president opens debate over using country’s atomic arsenal as a deterrent against Russia if US scales back its presence

Financial Times - 21h

Elite wide receiver commits to Georgia Bulldogs

Four-star wide receiver Brady Marchese announced his intention to commit to the Georgia Bulldogs, according to Hayes Fawcett.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

California WR Cynai Thomas commits to Oregon State

Oregon State has picked up the fourth commitment of their 2026 recruiting class as on Sunday evening...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Poland's Tusk plans large-scale military training for all adult males

Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk says his government is working on a plan to prepare large-scale military training for every adult male in response to the changing security situation in Europe

ABC News - Mar. 7

Why has Israel resumed large-scale airstrikes on Gaza?

Officials claim attacks will bring release of more hostages, but some suggest political factors at play for Netanyahu. Middle East crisis – live updates Israel has resumed large-scale attacks ...

The Guardian - 16h

Hollywood creatives urge government to defend copyright laws against AI

More than 400 Hollywood creatives, including director Guillermo del Toro, comedian Chris Rock and "Wicked" actor Cynthia Erivo, signed a letter urging the White House Office of Science and ...

Los Angeles Times - 8h

NIH terminating active research grants related to LGBTQ+, DEI studies

The National Institutes of Health is terminating several active research grants related to studies involving LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity and DEI.

ABC News - Mar. 7

Appeals court allows Trump administration to enforce ban on DEI programs, for now

The court temporarily allowed a ban on DEI programs at federal agencies and businesses with government contracts, which had been blocked by a judge.

NBC News - 4d

Appeals Court Allows Trump to Enforce DEI Program Ban

An appeals court ruled that Trump could temporarily implement his DEI program ban.

Inc. - 3d

Judge orders reinstatement of education grants axed by Trump in DEI sweep

A judge ordered the Trump administration to reinstate education grants it had nixed as part of its work to end DEI initiatives.

CNBC - 7h

Appeals court reinstates portions of Trump’s DEI orders

A federal appeals court Friday reinstated portions of President Trump’s executive orders targeting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs that were blocked by a lower court. The unanimous ...

The Hill - 4d

SAG-AFTRA reaffirms 'unwavering commitment' to DEI as Hollywood studios scale back

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