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The more commodified your job, the more likely AI can do it - lessons from online freelancing
Not long ago, if you needed a speech polished, a document translated or a logo designed, you would probably have hired a freelancer online. Millions of people did exactly that. They went to platforms such as Fiverr and Upwork and paid someone…
Upwork Brings Its Freelance Marketplace to ChatGPT
Upwork is doubling down on its partnership with OpenAI by integrating its Work Marketplace directly into ChatGPT. Using natural language, businesses can describe their project needs, discover relevant talent, and draft job posts—all without…
Nicole Kidman's Latest Red Carpet Look Is Giving...Glam Penguin?!
As it pertains to red carpet fashion, Nicole Kidman has been on a wacky streak. There was the see-through jellyfish skirt at the Scarpetta premiere. She flocked together with other actresses on the Oscars red carpet in a trendy feather peplum gown.
Russia brands Nobel-winning rights group Memorial an extremist movement
LONDON — Russia's Supreme Court designated human rights group Memorial as an 'extremist' movement on Thursday, a move the group said marked a new phase of oppression in the country. The ruling - the latest in a sweeping, years-long…
I graduated from college with my dream job. I don't know if I'll ever feel that level of success again.
Growing up, I always dreamed of working in the media industry, so I did everything I could to set myself up for success after college. In school, I majored in film and spent years taking on multiple internships at once, often sacrificing pay for…
Comedian Diane Morgan to reunite with Black Mirror's Charlie Brooker for returning BBC satire
Diane Morgan and Charlie Brooker are set to reunite for a brand-new Philomena Cunk series titled Cunk on Cinema. Following on from the likes of Cunk on Britain and Cunk on Earth, the new show will 'examine the world's love affair with movies'. The…
Calling All Vogue Book Club Members: We're Hosting a Special Screening of 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'!
Real Vogue Book Club fans likely already have a copy of Lauren Weisberger's 2003 fashion-world roman à clef The Devil Wears Prada on their bedside tables—but a big group read isn't the only thing we've planned. Vogue Book Club members…
LIZ JONES: As a magazine editor, my staff said I was a nightmare boss
Barely two weeks into my tenure as editor-in-chief of glossy magazine Marie Claire, the 30-odd members of staff had already given me a nickname. I was known as ‘Face The Front', thanks to my frequent reminders that they were there to work…
Vibe coding is becoming part of the solo business owner's toolkit
When Cody Luongo left his job last year to become a freelance media consultant, he needed a way to quantify the public relations impact he achieved for his clients. He signed up for a free trial of the marketing tool Semrush, but ultimately decided…
You, Me & Tuscany review - slick romcom offers solidly charming getaway
You, Me & Tuscany is a perfectly wholesome and harmless meet-cute that starts by asking: “What if the Little Mermaid had a Lady and the Tramp-style hookup with the season one heart-throb from Bridgerton, spaghetti and all?” Halle…
Will Doctor Cox return to Scrubs, after character reveal in 'one of the best half hours of TV'?
Doctor Cox made a proper return to Scrubs in the revival's latest episode – but will he return full-time to the medical comedy? John C McGinley's classic character was last seen in the season premiere, where he handed over the reins as Chief…
Ravi: Outdated regulations hindering tourism inflows, digital services, SME-led exports
National Democratic Front MP Ravi Karunanayake yesterday (08) urged the Government to modernise Sri Lanka's foreign exchange and payment systems, warning that outdated regulations were hindering tourism inflows, digital services and SME-led…
QOTD: Time For A New Pony-Car War?
The Chevrolet Camaro is coming back. The Dodge Challenger isn't, as of now, but the Dodge Charger underwent a major makeover and can be had with two doors. The Ford Mustang never left. Seems like it might be time, once again, for the Detroit Three…
Top Influencers' Secret Weapon for Engagement Might Be Replaced by AI
It wasn't quite The Social Network, but Evan Stanfield knew he had to leave the University of Kansas when his income exceeded a few hundred thousand dollars. Last year, the 20-year-old dropout founded a marketing agency, Clipping Culture. Despite…
InformationWeek Podcast: New IT architecture, cloud, edge and AI
Joao-Pierre S. Ruth, Senior Editor,InformationWeek April 9, 2026 The idea of transformation has blown past 'simply' lifting and shifting to the cloud. Naturally, it can be easier for newer companies to go cloud-, edge- or even AI-native. It might…
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