MAGA influencer: Netflix deal is Obama media takeover
A conservative influencer with 10 million followers alleges the Obamas aim to control media via Netflix's $82.7bn Warner Bros deal. Read the full story and the antitrust concerns raised.
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Unions Demand Block on Netflix-Warner Bros $72bn Merger
US unions call for regulators to block Netflix's $72bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, warning it will eliminate jobs, cut wages, and reduce content diversity for viewers.
Unions call for Netflix-Warner Bros merger to be blocked
US unions urge regulators to block Netflix's $72bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, warning of job losses and higher prices for consumers. Full analysis inside.
Netflix agrees $82.7bn Warner Bros Discovery takeover
Netflix has agreed to purchase Warner Bros Discovery in a colossal $82.7bn deal, reshaping the streaming landscape. Discover what this means for shareholders and the industry.
Paramount fumes at 'unfair' Warner Bros. sale as Netflix leads
Paramount alleges the Warner Bros. Discovery sale process is 'tilted' as Netflix emerges as the frontrunner with a $70bn bid. Read the latest on the high-stakes media acquisition battle.
Farage Eyes Tory Pact for Reform UK Victory
Nigel Farage reportedly tells donors a deal with the Conservatives is likely to avoid splitting the right-wing vote and beat Labour. Explore the potential for a 'mega party' merger.
Sheffield United owners fail to deny Wednesday merger claim
Sheffield United's American owners have not denied claims they suggested a merger with rivals Sheffield Wednesday. Mike Ashley has submitted a £20m bid for the Owls.
Sheffield United owners fail to deny Wednesday talks
Sheffield United's US owners, COH Sports, have failed to deny contacting administrators about rivals Sheffield Wednesday, sparking fan fury. Read the full statement and fallout.
Daily Telegraph's £500m Sale to Daily Mail Owner Approved
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy approves the £500 million acquisition of the Daily Telegraph by DMGT, ending a 19-month period of uncertainty for the historic broadsheet.
BHP walks away from new Anglo American takeover bid
Mining giant BHP has ended its pursuit of Anglo American, leaving the path clear for Anglo's planned £39bn copper merger with Teck Resources. Discover the implications for the global mining sector.
DMGT agrees £500m Telegraph takeover deal
Lord Rothermere's DMGT secures £500m deal to acquire Telegraph Media Group, creating a right-leaning publishing powerhouse. Read the full analysis of this major media acquisition.
Meta Wins EU Antitrust Case Over WhatsApp-Instagram
Meta secures major victory as EU court overturns €1.2bn antitrust fine. The ruling protects WhatsApp and Instagram integration plans. Discover the implications for tech regulation.
Kimberly-Clark in Merger Talks with Kenvue
In a seismic shift for consumer healthcare, household goods titan Kimberly-Clark is reportedly in advanced discussions to acquire Kenvue, the company behind Tylenol and Band-Aid, in a deal that could reshape the global market.
McDowell's LIV Golf future hangs in balance
Northern Irish golf star Graeme McDowell faces career uncertainty as PGA Tour and Saudi PIF negotiations reach critical stage, potentially reshaping professional golf forever.
CBS News Layoffs Following Paramount-Skydance Merger
Exclusive report reveals sweeping layoffs at CBS News following Paramount's merger with Skydance Media, signalling dramatic restructuring in media landscape.
LIV Golf and PGA Tour Reach Historic Peace Deal
After years of bitter conflict, LIV Golf and the PGA Tour have announced a groundbreaking merger that will reshape professional golf forever. Discover the stunning details of this unprecedented agreement.
Greencore Faces CMA Probe Over £15m Merger Deal
The Competition and Markets Authority launches investigation into Greencore's acquisition of bakery firm, raising concerns about reduced competition in UK food manufacturing sector.
UK watchdog probes Greencore-Bakkavor merger
The Competition and Markets Authority launches in-depth investigation into proposed £1.7bn merger between food manufacturing giants Greencore and Bakkavor, citing serious competition concerns.
Global stocks rally as US-China trade tensions ease
World stock markets rally on renewed US-China trade optimism while UK competition watchdog scrutinises major food manufacturing merger between Greencore and Bakkavor.
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.
Rory McIlroy's shock PGA Tour board exit revealed
Northern Irish golf sensation Rory McIlroy makes shock exit from PGA Tour policy board, citing personal and professional pressures as LIV Golf merger talks continue to reshape professional golf.
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.
Paramount-Skydance merger cuts 2,000 US jobs
The landmark merger between Paramount Global and Skydance Media will result in significant workforce reductions across the United States as the entertainment giants streamline operations.
Vodafone and Three Confirm UK Mobile Network Merger
Vodafone UK and Three UK confirm landmark merger to create Britain's largest mobile network, promising better coverage and 5G investment while facing regulatory scrutiny over competition concerns.
CBS sued for $14bn over failed merger amid Bari Weiss row
Media giant CBS and parent company Paramount Global confront staggering legal action as shareholders allege deception over failed merger plans amid political firestorm involving journalist Bari Weiss.
CMA Launches Probe into Nationwide-Virgin Money Merger
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has initiated a formal 'phase 1' investigation into the proposed £2.9 billion acquisition of Virgin Money by Nationwide Building Society, scrutinising potential impacts on consumer choice and competition.
DC Mayor Bowser Faces Federal Investigation Over Funds
Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser confronts mounting pressure as federal investigators probe allegations of improper fund allocation and ethical breaches within her administration.
FTC Launches Major Probe Into OpenAI's ChatGPT
The FTC has launched a comprehensive investigation into OpenAI, demanding extensive records on how ChatGPT handles data, privacy, and potential consumer harm. The probe could have significant implications for AI regulation.
Nigel Farage Faces Fresh HMRC Tax Investigation Scandal
Exclusive: HMRC launches new investigation into Nigel Farage's tax affairs amid allegations of undisclosed income and offshore accounts. The Reform UK leader faces mounting pressure as financial scrutiny intensifies.
Paramount Agrees to £2.4bn Skydance Merger, Ends Redstone Era
In a dramatic media industry shake-up, Paramount Global agrees to a monumental £2.4 billion merger with Skydance Media, shutting out a rival bid from Warner Bros Discovery and concluding the Redstone family's decades-long control.
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