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Paramount May Overhaul WBD's Sports Strategy After Merger

Turner Sports' recent investments in smaller sports rights may not fit Paramount's priorities.

Hallmark Media to Open Operations in Burbank

The company is establishing a new 60,000-square-foot office space in the city's Media District.

Audible Launches Cheaper 'Standard' Subscription Plan

New $8.99 per month plan challenges Spotify's audiobook offerings

Paramount's $110 Billion Warner Bros Deal Backed by Arab Sovereign Funds

Mega-merger raises concerns over influence and media independence

Skydance Rises From Box Office Bomb to Media Powerhouse

Billionaire founder David Ellison's company poised to take over Warner Bros. Discovery after merging with Paramount

OUTFRONT Media Reports Solid Q4 Results, Expects High-Single-Digit Revenue Growth in Q1 2026

CEO Nick Brien and CFO Matthew Siegel outline strategic initiatives and financial outlook for the year ahead

TAIT Acquires Silent House, Creating a Giant Combined Force for Technology and Creative Direction of Concert Touring and Other Live Experiences

The two industry leaders aim to seamlessly unify creative, technical, and delivery expertise to build productions at any scale.

Concerns Over Blurred Lines Between Editorial and Advertising

History shows the risks when the independence of journalism is compromised by financial incentives.

Netflix Abandons $73B Warner Bros. Deal After Tampon Incident

GOP lawmakers' discovery of tampons in Netflix's men's room fueled political opposition to the proposed merger.

California Vows 'Vigorous' Review of Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger

State AG says $110 billion deal could threaten Hollywood jobs and economy

KTLA Journalists Speak Out Against Layoffs

Employees say they were 'blindsided' by Nexstar Media Group's decision.

Netflix Walks Away From $83B Warner Bros. Deal, Focuses on AI Competition

The streaming giant opts to invest in more original content instead of acquiring the media conglomerate's assets.

Salem Media Posthumously Honors Dr. John MacArthur with 2026 Stuart Epperson Award

The award recognizes MacArthur's over 50 years of faithful Gospel ministry and global impact through Christian media.

Netflix CEO to Meet with White House After Trump Threats

Ted Sarandos will make his own address to the president, two days after his rival CEO cheered on the president's State of the Union.

Paramount Revises Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Netflix has 4 days to counter Paramount's new offer for the entertainment giant.

Paramount Raises Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery Amid DOJ Probe

Paramount CEO David Ellison's higher offer comes as Netflix faces scrutiny over its own $83 billion deal

U.S. Video Streaming Market to Reach $156.53 Billion by 2033

Growth driven by rising consumer demand, tech advancements, and expanding streaming services

Judge Rejects Live Nation's Bid to Dismiss Lawsuit Alleging Ticketmaster Monopoly

The decision clears the way for a potential antitrust trial over Live Nation's alleged dominance of the live concert industry.

Impact Podcast with John Shegerian Announces All-Star Roster for New Season

Webby Award-winning show features sustainability and impact leaders from top global brands

Judge Rejects Live Nation's Bid to Dismiss Ticketmaster Monopoly Lawsuit

Federal judge clears way for antitrust trial over Live Nation's alleged dominance of live concert industry

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