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Brothers91/Getty Images via ETX Daily Up Streaming platforms often boast of having created sophisticated algorithms, which line up with the musical tastes of each user. No matter whether they like folk music, rock or even drill and “ethereal.” However, these recommendation systems are far from perfect, as highlighted by a recent study led by Christine Bauer from Utrecht University in the Netherlands and Xavier Serra and Andres Ferraro from Pompeu Fabra University in Spain. These researchers found that recommendation algorithms neglect songs performed by female artists and promote the generation of playlists dominated by their male counterparts. Before coming to these conclusions, the researchers combed through the listening habits of 330,000 users over nine years. It turns out that only a quarter of the artists they used to listen to were women. But what is the reason for this apparent lack of interest in female musicians? The answer: the algorithms. Indeed, the researchers ... » Learn More about Does your playlist only contain tracks by male artists? Blame the algorithms

More and more Spotify users listen to podcasts on the streaming platform. Image: GaudiLab/IStock.com via AFP Relaxnews Spotify announced that 21% of its active users (free or premium) listened to podcasts during the second quarter of the year. Podcast consultations grew by 5 points in only 6 months. Isolation linked to lockdowns implemented due to the covid-19 pandemic may explain this surge on the audio streaming platform. While they had to stay home for several months, internet users had more time to look for new types of content, especially new kinds of podcasts. Spotify also put its new content in the spotlight on its platform, highlighting its educational, informative and entertaining podcasts. This may have also contributed to augmenting its podcast listening base compared to its musical audience. In May 2020, 15% of worldwide users acknowledged listening to more podcasts than before lockdown. Over 31% of US users, mostly Millennials, also contributed to this increase. ... » Learn More about 1 Spotify user out of 5 listens to podcasts

Are you looking for the iPhone XS price and the cost of other previous models? You’re not alone, as more people are buying secondhand devices during the pandemic. Apple fans can check out a list of refurbished gadgets with significant discounts. You’ll find iPhone XS and XS Max along with other Apple goodies at lower prices. Before you buy an iPhone XS, you should check out its features. Check its original price and its much lower refurbished price this year. If you have the iPhone 12 already, getting this older model might not be a good decision. Otherwise, this is a great time to get an Apple smartphone for much cheaper! Most people know Apple products for their super high prices, so they grab Android phones instead. Thankfully, you can buy secondhand phones from their website. As you’ll soon find out, the iPhone XS beats the latest models in some ways. You could get an iPhone that’s like the iPhone 12, but for much less! Isn’t the iPhone XS a previous model? The Apple ... » Learn More about The iPhone XS price in 2021

You will soon be able to try your luck in the ‘Big Brother’ program through a new video game, designed by 9th Impact. Image: courtesy of Big Brother Game via AFP Relaxnews Philippines, Brazil, Canada, France, Tanzania, Uganda, Russia… After having been exported all over the world, the “Big Brother” franchise is now heading into the virtual realm as a video game adaptation is on the horizon. “Big Brother: The Game” offers gamers from all over the world the chance to become one of the contestants of the famous isolation-themed reality show, and win a mysterious grand prize. According to British developer 9th Impact, video game enthusiasts will be able to choose whether to activate the “Spectator” or “Housemate” game mode to play “Big Brother: The Game”. In the latter case, gamers will be able to get a glimpse of community life and will be faced with several strategic choices to avoid being eliminated by the other candidates. While “Big Brother: The Game” will be available for ... » Learn More about 20 years after debut, reality TV program ‘Big Brother’ is getting a video game

Alex Gonzaga. Image: Instagram/@cathygonzaga Alex Gonzaga got candid when she revealed that she had a minimally invasive thread lift and lip procedure with celebrity doctor Vicki Belo. The doctor to the stars prodded Gonzaga to make the admission on her YouTube vlog last April 8, claiming that the video will get millions of views if Gonzaga made the revelation. “Aamin na si Cathy (Gonzaga’s real name) kung ano’ng ginagawa niya sa Belo,” Belo said, pushing the actress to talk about the procedure. (Cathy’s going to admit what she does with Belo [Medical Group]) “Nagpa-dede ako. Charing,” Gonzaga quipped. But she eventually admitted that had something changed on her face. “Nagpa-thread lift ako saka lips, okay? Don’t judge me.” She also added that when she had the procedure, the changes were minimal because Belo discouraged her to change a lot with her lips. “Very slight lang kasi ayaw ni doktora. Pero gusto ko talaga ‘yung parang patusok,” she revealed. ([The changes were] ... » Learn More about Alex Gonzaga admits getting thread lift, lip procedure: ‘Don’t judge me’

Husband and wife Mikee Morada and Alex Gonzaga. Image: screengrab via YouTube/Alex Gonzaga Official Alex Gonzaga may already be living in wedded bliss, but her family is still very much in the picture — even when it comes to her honeymoon with husband Mikee Morada. The actress recorded her trip to the island resort Amanpulo in a vlog released yesterday, Jan. 23. Besides Morada, Alex’s parents Pinty and Bonoy, sister Toni and her husband Paul Soriano along with their son Seve joined the vacation, turning it into a “familymoon.” Unlike previous trips, such as when Alex and Morada traveled to Hong Kong — where they got engaged — the couple got their own room in the resort. However, even if they had their privacy, Alex had to vie for attention from her husband’s favorite mobile game, Call of Duty. Among Alex’s amusing commentary was tips on how to survive on Amanpulo without buying the resort’s expensive food, such as skipping merienda or not buying any of the fruit juices. ... » Learn More about WATCH: Alex Gonzaga joined by family in Amanpulo honeymoon

In this file photo actress Carey Mulligan attends the 2020 Sundance Film Festival – “Promising Young Woman” Premiere at The Marc Theatre on January 25, 2020 in Park City, Utah. – Carey Mulligan attended the 2020 Sundance Film Festival of “Promising Young Woman,” but in 2021 the stars will be staying at home. This year, due to the pandemic, Indie film extravaganza Sundance, beginning January 28, will take place largely online. Photo by Dia DIPASUPIL / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / AFP LOS ANGELES — In normal years, the Sundance Film Festival kicks off in late January with Hollywood’s award season already in full swing. Producers, stars and journalists meet in the spectacular Utah mountains to swap last-minute Oscar tips, and catch a first glimpse of the next year’s batch of contenders. This year, due to the pandemic, everything has been turned upside-down. Indie film extravaganza Sundance, beginning Thursday, will take place largely online. And with the Oscars delayed to their ... » Learn More about Sundance enters uncharted waters in unique Oscar season

Image: Instagram/@celestinegonzaga Actress and television star Toni Gonzaga gave away her talent fee to ABS-CBN workers who were displaced following the denial of the network’s franchise renewal bid. ABS-CBN Film Productions Inc. managing director Olivia Lamasan revealed to the public Gonzaga’s good deed during the Jan. 17 episode of the latter’s talk show, “I Feel U,” for her upcoming birthday on Jan. 20. “Happy birthday Tin. I am sending you my heart so full of love and gratitude for everything, for all the support that you have given ABS-CBN, ABS-CBN Films, Star Cinema,” Lamasan told Gonzaga in a recorded video greeting. “Sobrang maraming salamat anak (Thank you very much, child). Thank you so much for staying on with us,” she added. While Gonzaga received a heartwarming surprise from family and friends for the birthday special, the Ultimate Multimedia Star became more emotional after hearing Lamasan’s greeting. “Alam niyo po mga kaibigan, ito pong si Toni gave a ... » Learn More about Toni Gonzaga gave her talent fee to displaced ABS-CBN workers, Olivia Lamasan reveals

Mikee Morada got down on one knee in front of Alex Gonzaga during a vacation in Hong Kong.  Image: YouTube/Alex Gonzaga Official After YouTube star and actress Alex Gonzaga announced yesterday her engagement to boyfriend Mikee Morada, she shared what happened behind the scenes in a vlog today, Jan. 17. Alex detailed her trip to Hong Kong last December, which came with a chaperone of course, given her parents’ strict rules about dating even if she is already 32. Her parents, Bonoy and Pinty Gonzaga, followed on the trip too. The video showed Alex up to her usual funny antics and being sweet to the Lipa City councilor as they toured Hong Kong, eating at Michelin-star restaurants and visiting shopping destination Harbour City. Finally, the proposal took place on the evening of Dec. 27. While strolling along the garden of 1881 Heritage, which was filled with Christmas lights, Morada worked up the courage to ask her to marry him. The moment was funny in its own way, with ... » Learn More about WATCH: How Mikee Morada proposed to Alex Gonzaga in Hong Kong

It is no surprise that the late Prince Philip, who passed away just two months short of his 100th birthday, was the subject of numerous portraits by artists and photographers of the past decades. In fact, his retirement from public engagements in 2017 was marked with a portrait painted by Austrian artist Ralph Heimans. But did you know that he was a painter too? One of his most well-known paintings is an informal portrait of the queen enjoying her breakfast while reading the newspaper in the dining room at Windsor Castle. Painted in 1965, this artwork was featured in The Royal Portrait: Image And Impact book published in 2010. The couple has celebrated more than 73 years of marriage - the longest of any British monarch. Another painting by Prince Philip, of his friend English artist Edward Seago (1910-1974), was shown together with Seago’s portrait of the prince working with oil paints, at the Portrait Of The Artist exhibition at Buckingham Palace in 2016. Prince ... » Learn More about A man of many talents: Prince Philip’s passion as a painter