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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…

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Paramount-Warner Bros merger temporarily halted by federal judge

The ruling follows a lawsuit filed last week by twelve states, led by California

The Independent UK

Judge says Paramount and Warner must halt merger for at least two weeks, granting states' request

A federal judge on Monday ordered Paramount and Warner Bros

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The VC betting $5.4 billion that Suno is the future of music

Menlo's Amy Wu Martin says the AI music startup's real business isn't hit songs—it's a new habit of making music just for yourself.

Fortune

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

Writers Guild of America seeks to block Paramount's buyout of Warner in latest merger challenge

The Writers Guild of America has become the latest group to challenge Paramount’s $81 billion acquisition of Warner Bros

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

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California, 11 other states sue to block Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros

Twelve states challenged Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros

The Independent UK

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.

The Economic Times

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…

The Economic Times

Netflix Turns Your Subscription Into a $45 Billion Business: Spends Less Than Half on Content

Netflix's record $45.2B revenue in 2025 impacts your subscription cost. Learn why less than 40% is spent on content and how rising prices and adverts affect subscribers.

International Business Times UK

Madonna was always anti-nostalgia. But looking back on Confessions II has revitalised her music

The veteran pop diva has pressed rewind to move forward on her new record – and beneath the bangers fizz a host of emotionally charged memories

The Guardian - UK

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

There are some factors to consider.

Cinemablend

Paramount Faces a $7M-a-Day Hit as UK Threatens to Stall Warner Bros Deal

Paramount WBD deal delay now costs $7M a day as UK ministers threaten to stall it. See which channels and streaming services UK viewers could lose.

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Evening Standard

Government ‘minded to intervene’ over £83bn Warner Bros Discovery takeover

In February, Paramount agreed to buy the studio after triumphing over Netflix in a lengthy bidding battle.

The Economic Times

UK may intervene in $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros Discovery deal

Britain is considering intervening in Paramount's proposed $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery, potentially delaying the deal despite approvals from the US and China. The UK's culture minister has set a July 6 deadline for responses, citing potential impacts on news and on-demand services. This move could trigger reviews…

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Delightful new Warner Bros Animation logo reveal is the perfect antidote to CGI saturation

A celebration of hand drawn animation.

AAP

Paramount Skydance merger with Warner Bros. Discovery won't harm competition, consumers, DOJ says

The U.S. Justice Department has determined that Paramount Skydance's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros

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‘Main Street vs The Merger’: Hollywood workers rally against $110 bn Paramount-Warner deal

A major media merger faces opposition from industry professionals and politicians. They fear the Paramount Skydance acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery will threaten jobs and cultural output. Regulators are expected to approve the deal, but states are preparing lawsuits. Concerns are high for creative talent and behind-the-scenes workers facing declining…

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"Some kids wanted to come up onstage, chaos ensues and the people in charge seemed to panic and cut the power." How a cult hardcore punk band shut down one of rock's most legendary festivals after bagging an unlikely major label deal

Biohazard were swept up in the major label hysteria that swamped rock and metal in the 90s

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Red Hot Chili Peppers flog music catalogue to Warner in mega £240m deal

Red Hot Chili Peppers have cashed in on their entire recorded catalogue, selling it back to Warner Music Group in a deal worth more than £240 million ($300 million).

Newslaundry

What a combined Paramount-Warner would mean

HBO Max, “Harry Potter” and CNN may soon find themselves under a new roof: Paramount.

Evening Standard

Warner Bros investors give thumbs up to £81.4bn Paramount takeover

Paramount agreed to buy Warner Bros Discovery in February after triumphing over Netflix in a lengthy bidding battle.

International Business Times

Warner Bros Shareholders Overwhelmingly Approve Paramount Takeover

Warner Bros shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the $81 billion offer from Paramount to take over the Hollywood giant, a deal that will reshape the media landscape in the U.S.

The Independent UK

What a combined Paramount-Warner would mean for streaming, news and film

HBO Max, "Harry Potter," and CNN could soon find themselves under the ownership of Paramount, following a significant vote by Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders.

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