Bennett, an adjunct professor at UNC Chapel Hill, and Whitener, a former instructor at The Creative Circus, mentor junior creatives at agencies and brands. Their work has earned industry recognition, including 15 Cannes Lions, with notable campaigns like Coca-Cola's "1,000 Song Celebration" and the Travelocity Roaming Gnome's first live-action TV campaign. Guesthouse, an agency founded by Bennett and Whitener, is on pace to more than double its first-year revenue growth in its second year, prioritizing simplicity, great work, fast execution, and lasting client relationships built on kindness and creativity.
https://www.adweek.com/agencies/indie-agency-guesthouse-expands-adding-every-man-jack-and-first-full-time-hire/A majority of Brits and MPs believe that Big Tech companies should pay artists and writers for the content their artificial intelligence systems consume. A new ChatGPT image generator is generating high-quality images in the style of Studio Ghibli, while fashion chain H&M has rolled out AI-generated 'twins' of real-life models, including successful models like Vilma Sjöberg and Mathilda Gvarliani. The Mail is leading a campaign against government plans to exempt AI firms from copyright laws, with 92% of MPs supporting transparency about the materials used to train their models. Research shows that 69% of the public and 85% of politicians think Silicon Valley giants should compensate creators when they use their work to train AI models.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14555165/Artificial-intelligence-firms-pay-artists-musicians-using-work-amid-uproar-Labours-plans-exempt-copyright-laws-according-new-poll-Brits.htmlThe article discusses how to create free Ghibli-style images using ChatGPT and Grok, a step-by-step guide provided for users to turn their Eid wishes into visually appealing images inspired by Studio Ghibli's style. The process involves inputting the desired text or phrase into ChatGPT, then using Grok to generate an image based on the output. This technique allows users to create unique and personalized designs without requiring extensive artistic skills.
https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/how-to-turn-your-eid-ul-fitr-wishes-into-ghibli-style-ai-art-using-chatgpt-and-grok-heres-a-step-by-step-guide-11743387265798.htmlThe Czech government is introducing a new decree that would directly address music as a form of noise, closing a loophole that has allowed some venues to bypass noise restrictions since 2015. The draft requires event organizers to notify authorities in advance for events with over 300 attendees and introduces exceptions allowing music to continue beyond the standard 10 p.m. curfew in designated areas, potentially extending performances to 11 p.m.
https://www.expats.cz/czech-news/article/prague-may-extend-open-air-music-events-in-prague-to-beyond-10-p-mThe 32nd annual Days of European Film festival is coming to Czechia, featuring award-winning films, special showcases, and events across the country. Screenings will take place in Prague (Světozor, Edison, Přítomnost cinemas), Brno (Kino Art), and Ostrava (Minikino) from April 2-16.
https://www.expats.cz/czech-news/article/ahoj-monday-5-tips-for-surviving-the-week-ahead-in-czechia-17The Hong Kong Arts Festival presented a visually stunning production of Bizet's opera "Carmen" to mark the 150th anniversary of its composer's death and the original staging in 1875. Director Romain Gilbert drew on Prosper Merimée's novella to highlight the violent side of the story, with Kevin Amiel delivering a searing performance as Don José. The production offered a refreshing contrast to modern adaptations and was a powerful reading in its own right.
https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3304523/visually-stunning-bizets-carmen-hong-kong-recreates-original-1875-staging?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionAt the Nikola-Lenivets art park in Russia, thousands gathered to celebrate the end of winter with a unique spectacle. The event featured a massive wooden fortress being set ablaze, accompanied by traditional folk costumes and music. This annual festival is part of the park's efforts to showcase Russian cultural heritage and provide an immersive experience for visitors.
https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2025/03/31/in-photos-muslims-celebrate-eid-al-fitr-in-russia-a88541The Shanghai Museum has launched an exhibition featuring lyrics from the Chinese working class movement of the past century, which includes an AI melody-generating machine that allows visitors to compose music for the lyrics. The exhibition is scheduled to run until June 8, with a goal of immersing young visitors in the vibrant power of this historical movement.
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202503/1331240.shtmlResidents of Spalding, Lincolnshire, have criticized the £43,000 cow and sheep statues unveiled to celebrate the area's agricultural heritage, calling them "pointless" and "made of papier-mâché". The sculptures, funded by a grant from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, were met with skepticism, with some questioning whether taxpayers' money could be spent better on improving the town's infrastructure. Local resident Frank Caswell, 48, described the statues as "just a bit pointless" and said they are more suited for taking selfies than serving any practical purpose.
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