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Streaming Shake-Up! Paramount CEO Confirms HBO Max and Paramount+ Merger
BUSINESS
Streaming Shake-Up! Paramount CEO Confirms HBO Max and Paramount+ Merger
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery paves the way for a new streaming giant aiming for over 200 million global subscribers.
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Defy Gravity! 'Wicked: For Good' Soars to Peacock March 20
FILM
Defy Gravity! 'Wicked: For Good' Soars to Peacock March 20
The highly anticipated second part of the musical film saga, starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, lands exclusively on Peacock with bonus content.
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Micro-Dramas Steal the Spotlight, Outperforming Netflix and Disney+ in Daily Mobile Viewing
BUSINESS
Micro-Dramas Steal the Spotlight, Outperforming Netflix and Disney+ in Daily Mobile Viewing
Ultra-short, serialized dramas like ReelShort are captivating US audiences, with mobile users spending more time on these apps than traditional streaming giants.
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"A Fundamental Change": Disney CFO Hugh Johnston Outlines $30 Billion Growth Plan
BUSINESS
"A Fundamental Change": Disney CFO Hugh Johnston Outlines $30 Billion Growth Plan
Disney is ditching subscriber counts for profits as Josh D’Amaro prepares to take over the CEO role on March 18.
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"Organic Growth is Our North Star": Netflix Swaps Warner Bros. Bid for $20B Content Spend
BUSINESS
"Organic Growth is Our North Star": Netflix Swaps Warner Bros. Bid for $20B Content Spend
The streaming giant walks away from a Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition, opting for a massive 2026 content budget and a $2.8 billion breakup fee.
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"The Netflix Bet Pays Off!" Actor Awards Surge to Top 3 After Historic Live Stream
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"The Netflix Bet Pays Off!" Actor Awards Surge to Top 3 After Historic Live Stream
Host Kristen Bell leads the 32nd Annual Actor Awards to record viewership as 'Sinners' and 'The Pitt' claim the night's biggest honors on March 1.
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Disney CFO Hugh Johnston Breaks Down $1 Billion OpenAI Megadeal
BUSINESS
Disney CFO Hugh Johnston Breaks Down $1 Billion OpenAI Megadeal
The landmark three-year agreement brings over 200 iconic characters from Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar to OpenAI's Sora and ChatGPT platforms.
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Alex Warren’s ‘Fever Dream’ Eyes #1 Debut After Viral Paris Hilton Music Video
MUSIC
Alex Warren’s ‘Fever Dream’ Eyes #1 Debut After Viral Paris Hilton Music Video
The Atlantic Records artist dominated the Official Trending Chart after his TikTok campaign generated 100 million views leading up to the February 27 release.
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Streaming Bills on the Rise: Spotify, Paramount+, and Crunchyroll Hike Subscription Prices
BUSINESS
Streaming Bills on the Rise: Spotify, Paramount+, and Crunchyroll Hike Subscription Prices
Subscribers to top music and video streaming services will see higher monthly costs in early 2026 as Spotify, Paramount+, and Crunchyroll implement price adjustments.
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SAG-AFTRA Demands AI Protections as Hollywood Contract Talks Heat Up
BUSINESS
SAG-AFTRA Demands AI Protections as Hollywood Contract Talks Heat Up
National Executive Director Duncan Crabtree-Ireland pushes for digital replica guardrails before the June 30, 2026 deadline.
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BUSINESS
Josh D’Amaro Set to Take the Reins as Disney’s New CEO
Following a unanimous board vote, the Parks chief will succeed Bob Iger on March 18, while Dana Walden steps into a dual President and Chief Creative Officer role.
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Roku Expands Free TV Lineup with 17 New Live Channels This February!
TV
Roku Expands Free TV Lineup with 17 New Live Channels This February!
Cord Cutters News confirms Roku has rolled out a fresh batch of 17 free, ad-supported channels, enhancing The Roku Channel's diverse offerings for all users.
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RTL Deutschland Secures Blockbuster Sony Films for RTL+ and Free-TV
TV
RTL Deutschland Secures Blockbuster Sony Films for RTL+ and Free-TV
New agreement grants early and exclusive streaming access to upcoming titles like 'Venom: The Last Dance' and '28 Years Later', bolstering RTL's content lineup.
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Get Ready to Slime! 'Tears of the Azure Sea' Hits North American Theaters This May
FILM
Get Ready to Slime! 'Tears of the Azure Sea' Hits North American Theaters This May
Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment confirm May 1, 2026, release for the new anime film 'That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Tears of the Azure Sea' in the US and Canada.
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BAFTA Backlash: Racial Slur Broadcast Sparks Outcry and BBC Apology
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BAFTA Backlash: Racial Slur Broadcast Sparks Outcry and BBC Apology
The unedited broadcast of a racial slur during the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards has drawn significant criticism towards the BBC and prompted broader industry discussions on cultural sensitivity and
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Act Fast! Peacock Pulling Critically Acclaimed Films and Classics This February
TV
Act Fast! Peacock Pulling Critically Acclaimed Films and Classics This February
Twenty-one movies, including the Oscar-nominated 'American Fiction' and the iconic thriller 'Basic Instinct,' are set to depart from Peacock's streaming library after February 28, 2026.
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BAFTA and BBC Apologize After Racial Slur Broadcast During Awards
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BAFTA and BBC Apologize After Racial Slur Broadcast During Awards
Controversy erupts as a Tourette Syndrome campaigner's involuntary tic causes an uproar during the recent BAFTA Film Awards, leading to apologies and content removal.
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Hollywood Giant Makes Blockbuster European Studio Play!
FILM
Hollywood Giant Makes Blockbuster European Studio Play!
A major American media conglomerate has acquired a prominent European film production studio in a multi-billion dollar deal, poised to dramatically boost its presence across the continent and expand
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BAFTA and BBC Apologize After Racial Slur Mars Awards Ceremony; Judge Resigns
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BAFTA and BBC Apologize After Racial Slur Mars Awards Ceremony; Judge Resigns
A racial slur targeting Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo at the recent BAFTA Awards has led to apologies from BAFTA and the BBC, and a filmmaker quitting as a judge.
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