Caitlin Clark Adds Author to Resume With Children’s Book

Caitlin Clark is turning her rise into a children’s book. The Indiana Fever star will release EXTRAordinary! A Little EXTRA to Reach BIG Dreams on Nov. 3, a rhyming picture book about effort, support, and chasing big goals. Inspired by a childhood mantra, Clark hopes to encourage kids to give “a little extra” in pursuit of their dreams. The project comes ahead of her third WNBA season and adds publishing to her growing list of off-court ventures.

Spotify shares dropped more than 13% on Tuesday after soft second-quarter subscriber guidance overshadowed a solid earnings report. Revenue rose 8% to $5.3 billion, with monthly users reaching 761 million and premium subscribers at 293 million. But the company expects 299 million paid subscribers next quarter, missing Wall Street forecasts. Lighter profit guidance and uncertainty around growth added to investor concerns about its near-term trajectory.

BMG and Concord are merging in a deal valued around $6.6–$7 billion, creating a scaled independent player seen as a “fourth major” in music. The combined company, operating under the BMG name, will span publishing, recorded music, and distribution, with headquarters in Nashville. Backed largely by Bertelsmann, the deal highlights continued consolidation and the growing value of music catalogs.

Dave Chappelle is teaming up with Netflix again for three shows during the Netflix Is a Joke Fest in Los Angeles. He’ll headline the Hollywood Palladium on May 7–9 with performances blending stand-up and music. The shows continue Chappelle’s long-running partnership with Netflix, where he’s released multiple specials over the past decade, representing one of comedy’s most high-profile streaming deals.

Ted Lasso will officially return for Season 4 on Aug. 5 on Apple TV, with new episodes releasing weekly on Wednesdays. A teaser and first-look image confirm the show’s comeback after strong anticipation, with Jason Sudeikis returning alongside key cast members including Hannah Waddingham, Brett Goldstein, and Juno Temple, plus new additions to the ensemble.

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The Tribeca Festival will honor Bruce Springsteen with its 2026 Harry Belafonte Voices for Social Justice Award, alongside a conversation featuring Bono and tributes from Robert De Niro and Patti Smith. The June event will feature a mix of music, film, and cultural retrospectives, including a premiere of Katy Perry’s concert film, anniversary screenings of Bridget Jones’s Diary, Taxi Driver, and more.

The FCC is moving to fast-track a review of The Walt Disney Company’s broadcast TV licenses, an unusual step tied to ongoing investigations into its compliance with federal rules. The early review, years ahead of schedule, comes amid political pressure and scrutiny over Disney’s DEI practices. Any challenge to the licenses would likely face legal battles, with critics already calling the move unprecedented and politically motivated.

Elon Musk took the stand on the second day of his high-profile trial against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in federal court in Oakland, marking a pivotal moment in the case over OpenAI’s nonprofit mission and alleged “wrongful gains.” Musk, the first witness called, testified about AI’s risks and his long-standing involvement in the industry. The lawsuit, which also names Microsoft, centers on claims worth up to $134 billion and OpenAI’s shift toward a for-profit structure.

Ariana Grande announced her eighth studio album, Petal, on Tuesday, dropping on July 31. The project follows her 2024 album, Eternal Sunshine, and is expected to be part of her upcoming summer tour, which was announced last year. Vince Staples also revealed a new album, Cry Baby, set for release June 5. The 10-track project leans into live instrumentation as he enters a new creative phase.

JPMorganChase has become the first global banking partner in Olympic history, joining the International Olympic Committee in a long-term deal spanning the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games and the French Alps 2030 Winter Games. The partnership also names JPMorganChase the official bank of Team USA and LA28, as well as a founding partner of the LA28 Games.

Office demand is rebounding to its strongest level since the pandemic, with in-person and virtual tours at a post-COVID high, per the VTS Office Demand Index. The index rose 18% quarter-over-quarter and 13% year-over-year, led by New York and San Francisco, while Los Angeles also posted gains. AI, finance, and legal sectors are driving activity, while national vacancy eased to 22.2%. However, recovery remains uneven, with weaker demand in Boston, Seattle, Washington, D.C., and Chicago.

InStudio Ventures is expanding its push into sports, performance, and ownership with the launch of its Sports & Performance Fund. Led by Danny Cortenraede, the strategy spans stakes in NFL teams like the Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles Chargers, plus the Aston Martin F1 team and data-driven platforms in analytics, health, and athlete development. The firm aims to own the ecosystem around sports while bringing in athletes like Jameis Winston as partners.

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