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Careful what you bid for: The Ellisons' Paramount/WBD deal is slipping toward a costly legal and financial cliff

With free cash flow at just $96 million, the $110 billion Warner Bros. bid faces a ticking fee Paramount can barely afford as states want a 2027 trial.

Fortune

No TV experience? At CBS News, that’s no problem

The conservative columnist Ross Douthat is the network’s latest perplexing hire – but the move is in line with the new leadership

The Guardian - US

Paramount-Warner Bros. $111 billion merger: Benedict Cumberbatch, Alan Cumming and Benedict Wong urge UK to block deal, warn of job losses and fewer films

Actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Alan Cumming and Benedict Wong have called on the UK government to block the proposed $111 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, warning that the deal could cause "immense harm on the British public" by threatening jobs, independent filmmaking and media diversity. Their comments come as Paramount agreed…

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Trump wears '2028' cap at White House dinner, says 'third time will be better'

US president Donald Trump on Friday (local time) joked about seeking a third term while addressing the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) Dinner, before quickly clarifying that he was "only kidding."

The Times of India

Donald Trump running in 2028 US presidency race? A joke and a hat spark widespread buzz

US President Donald Trump joked about serving a third term while speaking at the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Association dinner, saying “the third time will be better yet” before clarifying he was “only kidding.”

The Economic Times

Paramount agrees to pause $110bn Warner Bros merger as case plays out

Twelve states led by California had obtained temporary restraining order blocking merger from closing for 28 days

The Guardian - US

After CNN Exit Rumors Swirl Around Anderson Cooper, Sources Claim A Correspondent Will Follow Suit

If new management comes in, with another veteran leave?

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Judge says Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery must halt merger for at least two weeks

A federal court has intervened to temporarily suspend the merger of Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery following objections from twelve states concerned about competitiveness in the film industry. The judge’s restraining order will pause the merger for a minimum of two weeks, providing the states the opportunity to argue their…

The Economic Times

MAGA merger will make movies boring

The Paramount/Warner Bros. merger will suck the joy out of TV and movies

Salon

The Paramount-WBD merger: bad news for Hollywood, great news for Tennessee?

Yet more consolidation means one less studio, inevitable redundancies and a blow to this city’s cultural heritage

The Guardian - US

The Most Controversial Hollywood Merger Just Hit A Huge Obstacle — What Does It Mean?

Twelve states have filed lawsuits against Paramount's merger with Warner Bros. Here's what that means for creators and for you.

Inverse

12 States Sue, Call Paramount–Warner Bros. Merger an Antitrust Violation

If successful, it could do more harm than good to the entertainment industry.

Reason

Hollywood still has time to avoid the gaming industry's disastrous consolidation endgame

It's already bad times in movies & TV, but blocking the Paramount and Warner Bros. merger would stop another disaster in the making.

PC Gamer

A CNN Alum Didn't Hold Back About Bari Weiss And How She'll ‘Murder’ The Network

Another veteran journalist is sharing thoughts on Weiss.

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The Independent UK

Paramount could soon ditch Hollywood headquarters and head out of state under Trump-allied new owner: report

The merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery would see CBS, CNN, HBO, Nickelodeon and the Warner Bros. and Paramount film studios, among other properties, all under the same roof

The Economic Times

California, 11 states suing to block Paramount's $110 billion Warner Bros deal

California and eleven states are suing to block Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. They allege the deal would lessen competition in film distribution and cable television markets. This lawsuit poses a serious threat to Paramount's bid to compete with Netflix and Disney. Paramount claims the deal will allow more…

Cinemablend

CNN Insiders Weigh In On The Main ‘Problem’ CBS News’ Bari Weiss Would Have If She Ran The Network

CNN's corporate future is sparking discussions.

The Economic Times

US states could sue next week to block Paramount-Warner Bros deal

Several U.S. states are preparing to sue and block Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. California is leading the investigation into potential antitrust violations and harm to competition. Actors, writers, and theater owners also oppose the merger, fearing job losses and reduced consumer choice.

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US states could sue next week to block Paramount-Warner Bros deal, sources say

Several U.S. states are preparing to sue Paramount over its Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition. California is leading the investigation into potential competition law violations. This merger faces opposition from Hollywood actors and theater owners fearing job losses. Paramount argues the combination will help it compete for audiences and talent. A…

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Ex-CNN Host Doesn’t Hold Back About CBS’ Bari Weiss Possibly Running The Network: ‘Let Me Be Clear’

He has a lot of thoughts about this potential change.

Cinemablend

Will CBS News’ Bari Weiss Run CNN After The Paramount/Warner Bros. Merger? Here’s The Latest

There are some factors to consider.

Fortune

How Paramount’s theater commitments could boost local economies across the nation

A proposed Paramount–Warner Bros. tie-up is drawing antitrust scrutiny, but we see a surge of up to $20 billion in annual economic activity.

The Independent UK

Top CNN star to leave network ahead of Paramount takeover and possible Bari Weiss leadership

The merger would put both CBS and CNN under the same ownership, causing worries for CNN staff

The Independent UK

Trump bought up to $5M of stock in Taser company right before $220M ICE bid

Police technology manufacturer stands to benefit from administration’s plans to massively expand immigration enforcement

International Business Times UK

Why Anderson Cooper Resists Working for Bari Weiss After the CNN-CBS Merger

Anderson Cooper reportedly resists working under Bari Weiss amid a potential CNN-CBS merger, raising concerns about editorial independence and political influence in the media landscape.

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