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Jamie Lee Curtis Blasts Mark Zuckerberg Over AI-Generated Commercial Using Her Likeness Without Consent

2 days ago | whatstrending.com | Andy Lalwani

Academy Award-winning actress Jamie Lee Curtis publicly called on Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to take down an unauthorized advertisement that used artificial intelligence to generate a video featuring her likeness—without her consent. The 66-year-old actress posted a direct message to Zuckerberg on Instagram on Monday, criticizing the platform for hosting what she called a “totally AI fake commercial” using manipulated footage of her.
U.S. Safety Regulators Demand Answers from Tesla on Robotaxi Plans and Full Self-Driving System

2 days ago | whatstrending.com | Andy Lalwani

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a detailed set of questions to Tesla regarding its upcoming robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, scheduled for launch in June. This inquiry is part of a broader investigation into the performance of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, particularly in low-visibility conditions.
Rapper Tory Lanez in Stable Condition Following Prison Stabbing

2 days ago | whatstrending.com | Andy Lalwani

Rapper Tory Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, was stabbed multiple times during an altercation with another inmate at the California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi on May 12, 2025. The 32-year-old artist, currently serving a 10-year sentence for the 2020 shooting of Megan Thee Stallion, sustained injuries that led to the collapse of both lungs. He was transported by ambulance to a hospital in Bakersfield and is now reported to be in stable condition.
SoundCloud Updates Terms of Service to Include AI Use, Prompting Concerns from Artists

5 days ago | whatstrending.com | Andy Lalwani

SoundCloud, the global audio streaming platform known for supporting independent artists and underground music, has quietly updated its terms of service to allow user-uploaded content to be utilized in artificial intelligence development — a move that has raised questions among musicians and digital rights advocates.
Taylor Swift Subpoenaed in Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni Legal Dispute Over ‘It Ends with Us’ Film Conflict

5 days ago | whatstrending.com | Andy Lalwani

Pop superstar Taylor Swift has been drawn into the escalating legal battle between actress Blake Lively and director Justin Baldoni over the film It Ends with Us, though her representatives insist her connection to the project is minimal and the subpoena is a publicity ploy.
NBC Cancels ‘Suits: L.A.’ After One Season Despite Franchise Buzz

5 days ago | whatstrending.com | Andy Lalwani

NBC has pulled the plug on Suits: L.A., officially canceling the legal drama after just one season, What’s Trending has confirmed. The decision marks a swift end to the much-anticipated spinoff of the popular Suits franchise, which originally aired on USA Network and found renewed popularity on Netflix in recent years. The cancellation comes just months after the series premiered in February, backed by considerable anticipation and franchise name recognition.
Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected as First American Pope, Takes Name Leo XIV

6 days ago | whatstrending.com | Andy Lalwani

In a historic event on May 8, 2025, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected as the 267th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, marking a significant milestone as the first American-born pontiff in the Church’s 2,000-year history. Prevost, who chose the papal name Leo XIV, was selected by 133 cardinals during a conclave held in the Sistine Chapel. The election was confirmed when white smoke emerged from the chapel’s chimney, signaling the cardinals’ decision.
Lea Michele Shuts Down Rumor She Can’t Read, Says It’s Been ‘Frustrating’

6 days ago | whatstrending.com | Andy Lalwani

Lea Michele, the acclaimed actress and singer known for her roles in Glee and Broadway’s Funny Girl, has once again addressed the persistent and unfounded rumor that she cannot read. In a candid interview on the “Therapuss with Jake Shane” podcast, Michele directly confronted the conspiracy theory that has circulated online for years.
President Trump Appoints Jeanine Pirro as Interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C.

6 days ago | whatstrending.com | Andy Lalwani

President Donald Trump announced on May 8, 2025, the appointment of Jeanine Pirro, a former judge, prosecutor, and Fox News host, as the interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia. Pirro, 73, is set to replace Ed Martin, who withdrew his nomination after facing bipartisan criticism over his lack of prosecutorial experience and partisan views. Pirro brings a wealth of legal experience to the position.
Four Women File Lawsuit Against Smokey Robinson, Alleging Sexual Assault and Hostile Work Environment

1 week ago | whatstrending.com | Andy Lalwani

Four women have filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court against Motown legend Smokey Robinson and his wife, Frances Robinson, alleging years of sexual battery, assault, false imprisonment, and the creation of a hostile work environment. The lawsuit, filed Tuesday by four Jane Does, seeks a trial and general damages of no less than $50 million.