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44‘Not a done deal’: California vows ‘vigorous’ review of Paramount-Warner Bros takeover
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has vowed a "vigorous" review of the proposed $111 billion takeover of Paramount by Warner Bros. Discovery. The investigation will focus on potential monopoly power and job losses resulting from the merger.
The Paramount-Warner Bros Deal Explained: How Netflix Got Beat Out
Paramount accepted a deal with Skydance Media backed by RedBird Capital and KKR, beating out an offer from Warner Bros. Discovery. The deal involves Skydance merging with Paramount, which will benefit from reduced debt and new leadership, while Warner Bros. Discovery will miss out on acquiring Paramount's assets.
Paramount acquires UFC rights in 7-year, $7.7 billion deal with TKO Group
Paramount secured a 7-year deal worth $7.7 billion with TKO Group to broadcast all UFC events in the U.S. The deal, starting in 2026, may include a July 4 event broadcast from the White House, according to UFC CEO Dana White.
60 Minutes producer quits, citing loss of journalistic independence
Bill Owens, a producer for "60 Minutes," has resigned, citing a loss of journalistic independence. His departure occurs amidst President Trump's $20 billion lawsuit against the show, CBS, and Paramount.
Departing CBS News producer claims political bias as Paramount poised to buy Warner Bros
A departing CBS News producer, Mary Walsh, alleges that staffers were instructed to slant their reporting towards a specific part of the political spectrum. This claim surfaces as Paramount is poised to acquire Warner Bros.
Paramount condemns Israeli film boycott signed by nearly 4,000 Hollywood folk
Paramount Pictures has condemned a boycott of Israeli films signed by nearly 4,000 Hollywood professionals, including some Oscar winners. The "Film Workers For Palestine" pledge calls for a refusal to collaborate on films funded by the Israeli government.
Netflix drops Warner Bros bid, clearing way for Paramount takeover
Netflix has withdrawn its bid for Warner Bros., paving the way for Paramount to potentially win the takeover battle. This decision simplifies the competitive landscape for Paramount to acquire the company.
CNN CEO Urges Employees To Not "Jump To Conclusions" About Paramount
CNN CEO Mark Thompson is urging employees to stay focused on their work after Paramount emerged as the winner in the bidding for Warner Bros. Discovery, CNN's parent company. He cautioned them against jumping to conclusions about the acquisition.
Money wins again, as Netflix backs out of Warner Bros. acquisition plans
Netflix has opted out of pursuing the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The streaming giant declined to match Paramount's offer, effectively ending its bid for the media conglomerate.
David Zaslav Tries To Sell Paramount Deal At Town Hall Amid Bad Mood
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav addressed employees at a town hall meeting to promote a potential deal with Paramount. Despite employee concerns, Zaslav asserted that WBD is "the envy of all of the industry."
Paramount to lay off 2,000 workers shortly after merging with Skydance
Paramount will lay off 2,000 employees after completing its $8 billion merger with Skydance Media. The layoffs are part of a company restructuring effort after the merger earlier this year.
Movie Theaters to Lobby Against Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
Movie theater chains are preparing to lobby against the potential merger of Warner Bros. and Paramount. This opposition comes after Netflix ended its pursuit of Paramount, and theaters fear the combined entity would further reduce theatrical release windows.
David Ellison's Hollywood Takeover: First Paramount. Is Warner Bros Next?
The Variety cover story focuses on David Ellison's potential Hollywood takeover, starting with Paramount and possibly extending to Warner Bros. Discovery. It explores his strategic moves and industry influence within the entertainment landscape.
Max Landis Returns with G.I. Joe Movie for Paramount
Max Landis, whose career stalled in 2019 due to allegations of sexual abuse, is reportedly working on a G.I. Joe movie for Paramount. This marks Landis's first Hollywood project since the allegations surfaced.
Netflix Declines to Match Paramount's Warner Bros. Bid
Netflix declined to match the bid from Paramount and Warner Bros. to acquire an unstated company. The streaming giant deemed the deal "no longer financially attractive" after Paramount upped its offer to $31 per share.
Netflix Backs Out of Warner bros. Deal, Paramount Poised to Win
Netflix has reportedly backed out of a deal with Warner Bros., positioning Paramount to win the rights. This development marks a shift in the competitive landscape of content acquisition and distribution within the entertainment industry.
Paramount might be slowly winning Warner Bros. Discovery over
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD)'s board is reconsidering Paramount's bid to be acquired by the studio after receiving an upgraded offer. The article suggests Paramount's offer is becoming more appealing to WBD.
Scream VI review: One of the franchise's best (and most brutal) sequels
The AV Club reviews "Scream VI," calling it one of the best and most brutal sequels in the franchise. The review suggests the film delivers on both the suspense and gore that fans expect.
Scream 7 review: Its gnarliest casualty is the series' dignity
A.V. Club reviews *Scream 7*, calling it the "flimsiest film in the franchise" due to the absence of Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega. The reviewer argues that the film's biggest casualty is the series' dignity.
Netflix ditches deal for Warner Bros. Discovery after Paramount’s offer is deemed superior
Netflix abandoned its pursuit of a deal with Warner Bros. Discovery to acquire studio and streaming assets. The decision came after Warner Bros. Discovery's board deemed a revised bid from Paramount to be superior.
MAGA-Curious TV Boss David Ellison Goes to SOTU Courtesy of Trump Suck-Up
David Ellison, the head of Skydance Media which is in talks to buy CNN's parent company Paramount, attended the State of the Union address as a guest of J.D. Vance. Ellison's attendance raises questions about Paramount's potential overhaul of CNN.
WBD Says Paramount Sweeter Offer Might Lead To Better Deal Than Netflix
Warner Bros. Discovery stated its board determined that the revised proposal from Paramount could likely lead to a better deal than the one offered by Netflix. This suggests a potential acquisition or merger of Paramount by Warner Bros. Discovery.
Netflix's Ted Sarandos "disappointed" at James Cameron for joining "the Paramount disinformation campaign"
Ted Sarandos, Netflix's co-CEO, expressed disappointment with James Cameron for allegedly contributing to a "Paramount disinformation campaign." This stems from Cameron's opposition to Netflix acquiring Warner Bros., though the specific reasons for his opposition are not detailed in this article.
Mark Ruffalo (@markruffalo) on Threads
Mark Ruffalo posted on Threads questioning whether Mr. Cameron (likely David Cameron, UK Foreign Secretary) opposes the monopolization a Paramount acquisition would create. The post suggests a concern about media consolidation.
Face/Off 2: Adam Wingard Exits Sequel as Paramount Seeks New Director
Adam Wingard has exited the director's chair for "Face/Off 2", the sequel to the 1997 John Travolta-Nicolas Cage action film. Paramount is now searching for a new director for the project.
Paramount beats Netflix to clearing anti-trust hurdle in Warner Bros. acquisition
Paramount has cleared the anti-trust regulatory waiting period for a potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), despite not having a deal in place. This unusual move comes ahead of Netflix, who is also reportedly interested in acquiring WBD.
Ted Sarandos Rips James Cameron For "Paramount Disinformation Campaign"
Netflix's Ted Sarandos criticizes James Cameron for believing that Netflix buying Warner Bros.' assets would be disastrous. Sarandos expressed disappointment and betrayal over Cameron's remarks, which he characterized as a "Paramount disinformation campaign."
UFC Fighter Sean Strickland Rants About Bad Bunny and Ronda Rousey
UFC fighter Sean Strickland made bigoted comments during the MMA league's Media Day. Strickland's rant included offensive statements about Bad Bunny and Ronda Rousey.
Unsung - Waxy.org
This blog post from Waxy.org provides a collection of various news, cultural observations, and internet ephemera from the past week. It covers a wide range of topics, including AI, sports, media, business, and various cultural trends.
The Hollywood Reporter
The Hollywood Reporter delivers movie, TV, awards, lifestyle, and business news. It provides coverage of the entertainment industry, lifestyle trends, and relevant business developments.
CBS is canceling Colbert's Late Show next year, calling it "a financial decision"
CBS is reportedly canceling Stephen Colbert's *Late Show* in 2026 due to financial reasons. CBS executives deny the decision is connected to Colbert's earlier criticisms of parent company Paramount.
Warner Bros to Engage With Paramount but Recommends Netflix Deal at March 20 Shareholder Vote
Warner Bros. Discovery's board will engage in merger and acquisition talks with Paramount Skydance to gain clarity on its final offer. At the same time, WBD's board is recommending shareholders vote for the Netflix deal at a March 20th meeting.
Warner Bros. Discovery is reportedly now mulling Paramount's offers
Warner Bros. Discovery is reportedly considering Paramount's offers after Paramount sweetened its deal last week. The move indicates potential consolidation within the media and entertainment landscape.
Paramount gives Trump $16 million, no apology
Paramount Global gave former President Donald Trump $16 million to settle a lawsuit he filed in October 2024. Trump sued over a *60 Minutes* segment he claimed was misleadingly edited to favor Kamala Harris, but the settlement included no apology from the media conglomerate.
Warner Bros. Weighs Reopening Sale Negotiations With Paramount
Warner Bros. Discovery is reportedly considering re-engaging in sale negotiations with Paramount Skydance Corp. after receiving an amended offer from Paramount's hostile suitor. The potential talks suggest a renewed interest in consolidation within the media landscape.
Warner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount's 8th buyout attempt
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) rejected Paramount's eighth buyout offer, deeming it "inadequate." This marks the latest development in Paramount's search for a strategic partner amidst the evolving media landscape.
WBD May Engage With Paramount After Ellisons’ Sweetened Offer
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is considering engaging with Paramount Global after a sweetened offer from the Ellison family. WBD already has a deal with Netflix, and the M&A drama surrounding Paramount continues to escalate.
Paramount, Disney Send ByteDance Seedance AI Cease-and-Desist Letters
Paramount and Disney have issued cease-and-desist letters to ByteDance over copyright infringement, alleging its Seedance video and Seedream image generative AI platforms are using their intellectual property without permission. The studios accuse ByteDance of "blatant infringement."
Paramount All In on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles With YouTube Show
Paramount is doubling down on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise, including a new YouTube show. This strategic move comes as Skydance-owned Paramount evaluates the franchise's potential.
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The document appears to be a listing of search results, potentially related to a media monitoring or business intelligence activity. The entities listed are a mixed bag of brands, people, and organizations that likely featured in the search query.
Bari Weiss Signs Huge Deal To Usher CBS News Into Its Vichy Era
Paramount CEO David Ellison acquired The Free Press, a blog run by Bari Weiss, who will become the editor-in-chief of CBS News. The article heavily criticizes this move, framing it as ushering CBS News into a "Vichy Era."
@maxtani.bsky.social on Bluesky
The Bluesky post links to David Ellison’s note to staff regarding Paramount's acquisition of The Free Press. The acquisition indicates potential changes and integration within the Paramount structure.
Tiffany Valentine
This Wikipedia entry profiles Tiffany Valentine, a fictional character from the *Child's Play* horror franchise. She is a doll possessed by the soul of a serial killer who is also the romantic partner of Chucky.
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