X Man Apocalypse: Is Elon Musk Really Buying MSNBC?

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X Man Apocalypse: Is Musk Really Buying MSNBC?

As a longtime follower and admirer of Elon Musk, I must say that his antics never cease to amuse me. The man is a modern-day Renaissance figure, constantly pushing boundaries and challenging norms. His latest flirtation with purchasing MSNBC is just another chapter in the Musk saga, a tale as captivating as it is unpredictable.

If you’re among Elon Musk’s 206 million followers, you might be aware that he has been considering buying MSNBC, or at least that was his playful conversation with Donald Trump Jr. on social media leading up to Thanksgiving. In a series of posts, it appeared as if they were exchanging jests about the possibility of MSNBC being sold, potentially ruining Rachel Maddow’s holiday. “Hey Elon, I have an idea that’s sure to crack you up,” Donald Trump Jr. teased, referencing a rumor about the cable news channel being on the market. To this, Musk replied with what seemed like playful banter: “How much does it cost?” However, as Shakespeare once said in fewer than 280 characters, many a true word is oft spoken in jest. Some astute observers noted that Musk had used similar joking language just before he bought Twitter for $44 billion in 2022.

Could Elon Musk be seriously considering purchasing MSNBC this time around? It’s quite unlikely. Firstly, unlike Twitter in 2022, MSNBC isn’t up for sale. Although its parent company, Comcast, has announced a spinoff of its cable properties, these channels will still be owned by the same shareholders. Secondly, despite Musk’s estimated $350 billion fortune, much of it is tied up in Tesla and SpaceX stocks, with his $13 billion Twitter loan consuming $1.5 billion in interest annually. Given this financial situation, now might not be the ideal time for another expensive impulse purchase, especially considering MSNBC’s declining audience since Trump’s election. However, as unpredictable as Musk is, anything could happen, which may explain why Trump-endorsing podcaster Joe Rogan seems to be preparing for a sudden career shift. He even jokingly offered to take over Rachel Maddow’s job on MSNBC, promising to wear the same outfit and glasses. – ALEX WEPRIN (paraphrased)

Yes, Virginia, There Is a San Vicente Bungalows. The Latest on Jeff Klein’s New York Moves

The New York opening of San Vicente Bungalow, long-awaited and highly anticipated, could potentially take place in January, February, or March, but it’s assured to happen soon, or at least relatively soon, according to Rambling Reporter. This project, originally planned for June 2022, has faced numerous obstacles such as construction problems, bureaucratic hurdles with the city’s landmarks preservation agency, and permit issues. Despite these challenges, nightlife mogul Jeff Klein believes this will be his most remarkable achievement in his career, stating that it is “spectacular, singular, and special.” However, at this point, we can’t predict how much longer the wait may continue due to pending permits and potential holiday delays. English designer Rose Uniacke has been diligently transforming the 116-year-old space, adding a rooftop terrace and garden, a screening room, a basement disco, and a restaurant with a view of the Hudson River. Membership, which will be by invitation or nomination from current members, will cost between $1,800 and $4,200 annually, with an additional invitation fee of up to $15,000. — EMILY SMITH (paraphrased)

You’ve Been Verified … by Flavor Flav? BlueSky’s Biggest Fan Becomes Its Busiest Gatekeeper

It turns out that the U.S. women’s Olympic water polo team’s sponsor wasn’t just a chance pick. Rapper-turned-reality star Flavor Flav, aged 65, has taken on an unexpected role for himself: he’s now the unofficial celebrity verifier for BlueSky, a new social media platform aiming to be a friendlier version of Twitter. Flavor Flav explained that his involvement started when his Public Enemy partner Chuck D introduced him to BlueSky, wanting everyone to know he was genuine on the site. Since then, Flav has been verifying other celebrities like Jordan Chiles and Dee Snider, welcoming them to the platform and confirming their identities. With 7 million users added in November, growing to 20 million, BlueSky seems to be gaining momentum, though it still lags far behind Twitter’s 611 million users. Flavor Flav is clearly on board with the platform’s growth, hosting a livestream with BlueSky’s top executives to promote what he calls “the new Instagram” and “the next Twitter.” He predicts that in two years, this platform will see significant expansion.

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2024-12-04 21:26