Decline in Filming Activity in Los Angeles

A new report by FilmLA reveals that studios in Los Angeles had the fewest number of onstage shoot days in recorded history, with a significant decline in soundstage occupancy over the past two years due to strikes and global production crunch.

Stellantis Pauses Production Due to Automotive Tariffs

Stellantis pauses production at assembly plants in Canada and Mexico due to new 25% automotive tariffs imposed by President Trump, impacting about 900 U.S. employees and 4,500 hourly workers in Canada. The company is reviewing its options and engaging with key stakeholders.

Tesla Inc.'s Registrations in Germany

Tesla Inc.'s registrations in Germany plummeted due to CEO Elon Musk's support for a far-right party before a federal election. Sales are down in Germany and France, while up in the UK. Other factors impacting Tesla include production suspensions, competition, and attacks on infrastructure.

Hyundai and Kia's Strategy to Avoid Trump's Auto Tariff

Hyundai Motor Company and Kia plan to increase American automobile production by 70% to avoid President Trump's proposed 25% auto tariff. South Korea's auto exports could drop to 18.6% if the tariff is imposed. Nissan CEO also considers moving automobile production out of Mexico due to potential tariffs.

Netflix's $1 Billion Investment in Mexico's Film Industry

Netflix commits to investing $1 billion in Mexico for the production of series and films over the next four years. This investment aims to benefit Mexican production companies and contribute to the growth of the local audiovisual industry.

Global Coal Demand and Production in 2024

Global demand for coal and coal production broke records in 2024, largely driven by China despite being the world's worst polluter. The International Energy Agency's study highlights China's significant increase in coal consumption and production, with the country approving hundreds of new coal power plants. The report also discusses the rebound of global coal use after the pandemic, with coal prices remaining high. Despite the high coal usage, the IEA expects coal demand not to increase significantly through 2027 and credits China with diversifying its power sector with renewable energy.

U.S. Navy Shipbuilding Challenges

The U.S. Navy is facing challenges with shipbuilding, falling behind China in production pace due to design changes, cost overruns, and workforce issues. The Navy is exploring creative solutions to address the problem.

Reality Television Production in Los Angeles

Reality television production in the Los Angeles area experienced a significant drop in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, with a nearly 57% decrease in shoot days. The decline in reality TV production contributed to an overall 28% decline in the television category.

Antonio Brown's Hall of Fame Candidacy

Former NFL linebacker Bobby Carpenter argues whether Antonio Brown deserves to be in the Hall of Fame based on his impressive production despite his controversial behavior on and off the field.

Challenges in the Nonfiction TV Industry

Development and production in the nonfiction TV industry have slowed down, leaving many workers struggling to find jobs. A storytelling event called 'Hollywood Horror Happy Hour' was organized to raise money for needy peers. Budgets are being slashed, salaries are decreasing, and job opportunities are limited. The industry is facing a downturn similar to the scripted TV space, with fewer buyers for unscripted content. However, fresh sports-related ideas and successful franchises are still being greenlit. Some production companies are diversifying revenue streams to navigate the challenging market.

Kevin Costner addresses drama and delays on 'Yellowstone' set

Kevin Costner addresses behind-the-scenes drama and delays in filming "Yellowstone," expressing frustration over lack of support from production.

General Motors ending production of Chevrolet Malibu for electric vehicles

General Motors will end production of the gasoline-powered Chevrolet Malibu car to focus on producing new electric vehicles. The company is investing $390 million to build next-generation Chevrolet Bolt EVs at its Kansas assembly plant.

Florida Bans Cell-Cultivated Meat Production

Florida has banned and criminalized the production and sale of cell-cultivated meat, which is meat grown from animal cells in a production facility.

Tesla's First-Quarter 2024 Report

Tesla's first-quarter vehicle production and deliveries report for 2024 showed a decline in deliveries and production compared to the previous year and the fourth quarter. Various challenges, including production issues, competition in China, and mixed reviews for new models, contributed to the decline. Analysts had lower expectations than Tesla's actual performance, and the company faced disruptions due to the Red Sea conflict and an arson attack at Gigafactory Berlin.

Updates on the TV series 'Yellowstone' and Kevin Costner's involvement

Country singer Lainey Wilson expresses excitement to start filming for the series 'Yellowstone' again, but is unsure about the current status of the show. Kevin Costner's involvement in the show's production is a topic of discussion.

Camembert cheese production and the impact of fungus losing ability to reproduce

Camembert cheese production may be affected in the future due to fungus losing ability to reproduce.

Impact of AI on Hollywood Production

Artificial intelligence technology is poised to revolutionize Hollywood by providing a digital alternative to physical production, potentially reducing costs but threatening the livelihoods of many blue-collar and post-production workers.