‘Diversity Fatigue’? Hollywood Loses 4 DEI Leaders in Less Than 2 Weeks

Raffia heels are some of this summer’s must-have shoes, with designers everywhere releasing their own version of the braided platforms, including Dolce & Gabbana, which released a sky-high version with its Keira raffia platform sandals, £750 here. However, with designer items comes luxury price tags, and with some pairs costing as much as £1080 here (we’re looking at you, Bottega Veneta), the coveted heels are out of reach for most of us.

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Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. As brutal heat waves ripple through the country — with more than 50 million people in the U.S alone suffering triple-digit temperatures this week — it’s never been more important to be outfitted with devices that can keep you cool. While air conditioning units and standing fans are a must in a heat wave, another handy, portable and more affordable device has taken over the streets over the past month: handheld fans.

New research from Standard Life suggests one in seven (14%) retirees received less money from their State Pension than they were expecting, indicating a possible need for more accessible information on how the contributory benefit is calculated - in advance of reaching retirement age.

departure of EVP Shawn Finnie, the fourth Black executive to exit the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in a year, Academy CEO Bill Kramer and president Janet Yang sent a letter to members on Friday affirming their commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, saying there is “still much more work to do.”“We have heard from some of you who have asked about our Academy DEAI programs as these efforts across our film community and other industries have been called into question,” the letter began. “In addition, a number of Black executives in Hollywood have exited their roles, including within the Academy, and we recognize the concern this creates.

Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences sent a letter to its members on Friday evening, addressing the recent departure of multiple Black executives from its organization over the past few weeks. Signed by Academy CEO Bill Kramer and president Janet Yang, the statement, obtained by Variety, includes an affirmation of the organization’s commitment to its diversity and inclusion programs, as well as efforts to “expanding” their promotion. “We have heard from some of you who have asked about our Academy DEAI programs as these efforts across our film community and other industries have been called into question,” the letter begins. “A number of Black executives in Hollywood have exited their roles, including within the Academy, and we recognize the concern this creates. Given all of this, we want to reiterate, in the strongest possible terms, the Academy’s commitment to not only continuing, but expanding our efforts to promote diversity and inclusion within our organization and the film industry at large.”

It’s a Wednesday lunchtime and the rain is coming in sideways. Nevertheless, here at a world-famous market in Greater Manchester, the winding pathways and narrow streets between stalls are packed out - it takes more than a bit of bad weather to deter these seasoned shoppers.

officially went on strike after they were unable to reach an agreement with major Hollywood studios and streamers by the July 12 deadline. Because of this, nearly all productions in Hollywood have been forced to shut down, which have already had an immediate impact in the industry with canceled premieres, axed publicity tours, delayed projects and abandoned sets.Actors like Jason Sudeikis, Susan Sarandon, Olivia Wilde, Allison Janney, Josh Gad, Ginnifer Goodwin, Josh Dallas, Mandy Moore, Ben Schwartz and Sharon Lawrence were among those joining the writers — who have been on strike since May 2 — on the picket line beginning July 14.

fashion essentials that are still available after Prime Day. With temperatures heating up, the most important item to have on hand this season is a breezy dress that will keep you feeling cool and comfortable all day.

Watch video of the press conference here.They were referring to a wave of sudden exits of executives that kicked off June 20 when Disney’s chief diversity officer and senior vice president Latondra Newton, left, according to Disney to pursue “other endeavors.” Then on June 28 Netflix announced that Vernā Myers, head of inclusion strategy, will leave the role in September after five years in the job in order to focus attention on her consulting company, The Vernā Myers Company.The next day, Warner Bros. Discovery laid off SVP of diversity, equity and inclusion Karen Horne, and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Science’s EVP of Impact and Inclusion Jeanell English stepped down.

Amazon customers are heaping praise on a pair of wireless and noise-cancelling Beats Studio3 Over-Ear Headphones, which have seen an eye-watering price drop in the Prime Day flash sale. Retailing at a staggering £349.95 on Apple and John Lewis, the headphones are currently on offer for just £194.99 on Amazon.

If you have upcoming birthdays, Amazon Prime Day is the perfect time to get some cheap video games cheap for the gamer in your life.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Gamers are in for a treat today as the highly coveted Xbox Series S console is down to the cheapest price we’ve seen for Prime Day.  A white version of the console is available for $199, $70 less than the upmarked prices seen on retailers for much of the year.

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Danielle Jonas has opened up in a new podcast about being part of the “Jonas Wives”, and how at certain times she feels a bit less than compared to Sophie Turner and Priyanka Chopra.

Graduates from the poorest parts of Scotland earn an average of 11 per cent less than their more affluent counterparts five years after finishing their studies, figures show. Statistics published by the Scottish Government show those from the wealthiest backgrounds earn a median of £31,000, while those from the poorest areas pocket £27,400.

Crater has been pulled from Disney+ less than two months after its release.The film – which premiered on May 12 and came from Stranger Things‘ producers Dan Cohen and Shawn Levy – is about a recently bereaved boy growing up on a lunar colony who takes a trip to a legendary crater with his four best friends.Directed by Kyle Patrick Alvarez and starring Isaiah Russell-Bailey, Mckenna Grace and Billy Barratt, it reportedly cost $53.4million (£42million), but was only on the streaming service for 48 days before it was removed.“@DisneyPlus can you guys give us heads up when you’re gonna yank shows or films off,” one Twitter used said in response.“The ultimate result of movies become a product instead of art is this,” another added.“I was JUST about to watch it!” a third shared. “This is the worst thing now about streaming,” another insisted.Tried to rewatch the excellent Crater on @DisneyPlus only to find it’s been inexplicably deleted.

Avril Lavigne and ex Tyga sparked reconciliation rumors after being spotted attending the same Independence Day party post-split.

Deadline’s Strike Talk podcast is now in its ninth week, coming at a critical day with the expiration of the SAG-AFTRA contract. Deadline has revealed a high likelihood that the union agrees to kick the can down the road and beyond the holidays, but the tension is growing after more than 1000 major actors signed a solidarity letter that they are serious and will go on strike. That development would put every part of Hollywood in a deep sleep, because there will be no one to make projects, or promote the ones that are done. The Emmys also are threatened.