RedBird Drops £500m Telegraph Bid Over China Concerns
The RedBird IMI consortium has withdrawn its £500m offer for The Telegraph, creating fresh uncertainty for the media group. Discover the inside story behind this dramatic collapse.
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ITV Shares Surge 35% on Comcast Takeover Talks
Broadcasting giant ITV sees stock surge 35% as US media titan Comcast enters exclusive talks to acquire its production and streaming divisions in landmark deal.
ITV in exclusive sale talks with Sky
Exclusive talks between ITV and Sky could reshape UK broadcasting landscape as traditional TV giants explore transformative partnership deal.
ITV in talks to sell broadcasting arm to Sky
Exclusive: ITV considers historic sale of broadcasting division to Sky as Bank of England holds interest rates steady amid market uncertainty.
Comcast in £2bn talks to buy ITV broadcasting arm
Sky owner Comcast is in advanced negotiations to purchase ITV's broadcasting division in a landmark £2 billion deal that could reshape Britain's media landscape.
Elon Musk to become Twitter's sole director
Elon Musk is poised to take complete control of Twitter's board just days after his monumental $44 billion acquisition, dissolving the current governance structure in a bold power move.
Telegraph bidder reported for editorial rule breach
RedBird IMI faces investigation after reportedly failing to notify government about potential breach of editorial protection rules during Telegraph acquisition bid, raising concerns about press freedom.
Bezos Confronts White House Pressure Over NBC Bid
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos faces political scrutiny as the White House reportedly pressures Comcast to reject his bid for NBCUniversal, with Donald Trump allegedly seeking revenge through media acquisitions.
Paramount's £2.3bn Activision Blizzard acquisition bid
Paramount Pictures makes strategic £2.3 billion move to acquire Activision Blizzard, creating entertainment powerhouse amid industry consolidation.
Trump's Secret TikTok Seizure Plan Exposed
Exclusive: Trump administration considered extreme measures to force TikTok's transfer from Chinese ownership, including freezing assets and shareholder control, according to former official Miles Bessent.
M&S Acquires Fashion Brands from Frasers Group
Marks & Spencer expands its fashion empire with the acquisition of clothing brands from Frasers Group, including Nobody's Child and Gieves & Hawkes, marking a significant shift in UK retail strategy.
Telegraph sale turmoil over Chinese bidder spy allegations
The controversial sale of The Telegraph faces unprecedented chaos as Redbird Capital's Chinese-backed partner becomes embroiled in espionage accusations, triggering government intervention.
Warner Bros Discovery Eyes Paramount in Mega Media Merger
Exclusive: Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav explores potential acquisition of Paramount Global, signalling massive consolidation in streaming and entertainment sectors.
Warner Bros Discovery Eyes Paramount in Blockbuster Merger
Exclusive: Warner Bros Discovery explores acquiring Paramount Global in a move that could reshape the entertainment landscape and create a streaming superpower.
Joe Mansueto acquires Time Out Chicago magazine
Billionaire investor Joe Mansueto, founder of Morningstar, makes unexpected return to Chicago media scene by purchasing Time Out Chicago magazine from Time Out Group.
Dominion Voting Systems Sold in Major Acquisition Deal
The controversial voting machine company at the heart of 2020 election conspiracy theories has been acquired by private equity firm Staple Street Capital, raising questions about election security and political influence.
Barron Trump in talks to acquire TikTok platform
Donald Trump's youngest son Barron is reportedly considering a major move into social media ownership, with talks of acquiring TikTok amid US political pressure on the Chinese-owned platform.
Burnley owners complete shock Espanyol takeover
In a stunning football power play, Burnley's ALK Capital has acquired struggling La Liga side Espanyol, creating a groundbreaking multi-club network
Man Utd unaware of Saudi takeover plans - shock revelation
Exclusive investigation reveals Manchester United hierarchy had no prior knowledge of Saudi Arabia's secret plans to acquire the club, despite ongoing takeover speculation.
Elon Musk Settles Twitter Legal Battle With Major Concessions
Billionaire Elon Musk reaches settlement in Twitter acquisition legal dispute, avoiding courtroom showdown and agreeing to major concessions in dramatic U-turn.
Trump's Greenland Purchase Bid Exposed in EU Hearing
Former US President Donald Trump's controversial attempt to purchase Greenland revealed in European Parliament hearing, exposing unprecedented diplomatic tensions with Denmark.
Trump's Greenland Purchase Bid: Diplomatic Crisis
Exclusive look at Donald Trump's controversial attempt to purchase Greenland from Denmark, causing diplomatic turmoil and revealing unprecedented territorial ambitions.
Trump: Ban TikTok Unless US Company Takes Full Control
Former President Donald Trump demands complete American ownership of TikTok through a US tech giant acquisition, threatening to ban the popular app if his conditions aren't met, in a dramatic intervention that could reshape social media landscape.
Three takeover bids submitted for Tottenham Hotspur
Exclusive: Tottenham Hotspur face potential ownership change as three separate investment groups table formal offers to acquire the North London club from ENIC and Joe Lewis.
Asahi buys Britvic in £3.2bn beverage mega-deal
In a landmark move shaking up Britain's beverage industry, Japanese brewing titan Asahi has sealed a £3.2 billion acquisition of British soft drink manufacturer Britvic, creating a formidable drinks conglomerate.
Paramount acquires The Free Press in media shake-up
In a surprising media industry development, Paramount Global has acquired Bari Weiss's media startup The Free Press, signalling a major shift in digital media strategy and free speech advocacy.
US Consortium in Advanced Tottenham Takeover Talks
Exclusive: American investment group Firehawk Holdings enters advanced negotiations to purchase Tottenham Hotspur in a deal that could reshape North London football. Get the inside story on the potential £multi-billion takeover.
Sabadell rejects BBVA's £1.7bn takeover bid
Banco Sabadell's board unanimously rejects BBVA's acquisition offer, declaring it undervalues the bank amid Spanish banking consolidation talks.
Vet's Urgent Warning About How People Are Getting Pets
An experienced veterinarian reveals the alarming trend of irresponsible pet acquisition and shares crucial advice for prospective pet owners in the UK.
Asahi Acquires Premium Spirits Portfolio in Strategic Expansion
Japan's Asahi Group announces strategic acquisition of premium spirits brands from global beverage giant, marking significant expansion beyond beer market dominance.
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