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Skydance merger completes, forming new media giant

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Latest: Skydance mandates five-day office week and offers employee buyouts

The $111 billion merger between Paramount Global and Warner Bros. Discovery has officially closed, forming a new media conglomerate named Skydance Corporation. Led by Chairman and CEO David Ellison and co-CEO Ynon Kreiz,

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DC Studios Clayface film release and box office performance

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Latest: Clayface debuts at number one with $43 million global opening

DC Studios is preparing for the release of ‘Clayface,’ an R-rated psychological body-horror film directed by James Watkins. The film stars Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen, a Gotham City street youth who achieves Hollywood

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Financial failure and reception of Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s ‘

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Latest: Digger film faces massive box office loss and critical divide

The reception for Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s ‘Digger’ remains deeply divided. The dark satirical comedy, featuring Tom Cruise as eccentric oil tycoon Digger Rockwell, continues to draw polarized reviews. While some critics

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Oracle AI spending, workforce restructuring and debt risks

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Latest: Oracle commits $1 billion to AI and partner ecosystem

Oracle’s aggressive pivot toward large-scale AI infrastructure continues to drive growth and financial volatility. While the company maintains a massive contracted backlog, its debt-heavy strategy to fund AI data center

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California 2026 gubernatorial runoff: Becerra vs. Hilton

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Latest: Steve Hilton closes gap in California gubernatorial poll

The California gubernatorial runoff between Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton has intensified following a CNN debate. While polling has fluctuated, Becerra has maintained a lead, though the margin has s

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Skydance media merger and market debut

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Latest: Elon Musk reportedly invests $1 billion in Skydance

Following the $110 billion merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, the newly formed Skydance conglomerate has begun implementing significant operational changes. Under CEO David Ellison and co-CEO Ynon Kreiz, the

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Christiane Amanpour and Bianna Golodryga departure from CNN

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Latest: Christiane Amanpour to depart CNN after four decades

CNN is undergoing a significant talent shakeup within its international news division following the consecutive announcements of high-profile departures. Christiane Amanpour, the network’s chief international anchor, w

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AEW response to Skydance-Paramount merger

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Latest: AEW's Will Ospreay and Tony Khan discuss title responsibilities and Skydance partnership

AEW President Tony Khan has expressed optimism regarding the promotion’s future following the merger of Paramount and CBS under Skydance leadership. Khan reported having “encouraging discussions” with Skydance CEO David

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Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery merger

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Latest: DC Comics enters new era under Josh Silverman following Paramount-Warner merger

Following the merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, a new entertainment conglomerate named Skydance has been formed. Under the leadership of Chairman and CEO David Ellison and co-CEO Ynon Kreiz, the merger has

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Skydance formation through Paramount and Warner merger

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Latest: Skydance formed through Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery merger

Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery have officially completed their US$ 111 billion merger to form a new entertainment conglomerate named Skydance. Led by Chairman and CEO David Ellison and Co-CEO Ynon Kreiz, the entity

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Barbie film sequel development

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Latest: Skydance acquisition may revive Barbie sequel plans

Negotiations for a sequel to the 2023 film ‘Barbie’ have gained momentum following the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Skydance. The project had previously faced delays stemming from high production costs and di

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Paramount completes $110 billion merger with WBD

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Latest: Mark Ruffalo criticizes Paramount and Warner Bros. merger

Paramount Skydance has completed its $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, a deal backed by billionaire Larry Ellison. The transaction consolidates major brands, including HBO, CBS, Paramount Pictures, and CNN

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Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery merger

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Latest: Paramount Skydance clears final legal hurdle for $110B Warner Bros. Discovery merger

Paramount Skydance, owned by Larry and David Ellison, is nearing the finalization of its approximately $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), with reports suggesting the merger could close as early as

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Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery merger

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Latest: Bari Weiss faces potential removal amid Paramount Skydance merger

The media landscape is undergoing significant restructuring due to a massive merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery, valued at approximately $110–$111 billion. The deal, expected to close by October

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