WBD rejects Paramount takeover, favours Netflix
Warner Bros Discovery has spurned a $108.4bn hostile bid from Paramount, calling it a 'significant risk' and backing a Netflix deal instead. Discover the seismic shift in the entertainment landscape.
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Warner Bros to Reject Paramount's $108bn Hostile Bid
Warner Bros Discovery's board is poised to reject a $108bn hostile takeover by Paramount, paving the way for Netflix's $82.7bn acquisition of key film and TV assets. Read the full analysis.
Teens React to Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban
As Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s begins on 10 December, five teenagers share their mixed feelings on the 'delay' policy, its impact on connection, and what they believe the government should do instead.
800,000 UK nursery children on social media
Shocking analysis shows hundreds of thousands of children aged 3-5 are on social media. Experts warn of adult-targeted algorithms and call for urgent action to protect young minds.
New Study Debunks Social Media Addiction Myth
New research reveals excessive social media use is often a habit, not an addiction. Discover the real impact on mental health and why so many feel hooked. Read the full story.
Study: Instagram use is habit, not addiction
New research finds excessive social media use is often a conditioned habit rather than a true addiction. Discover how this changes responsibility and what it means for UK teens.
Houston's oil exodus leaves offices empty, housing struggling
Massive oil industry consolidations totalling $450bn have left Houston's offices deserted and housing prices falling. Discover how Texas's energy capital is adapting.
Influencers flee to UK over Australia social media ban
An Australian influencer family has relocated to the UK to circumvent Australia's proposed social media ban for children under 16, sparking debate about digital parenting and regulation.
Australia considers social media ban for under-16s
The Australian government is debating a controversial proposal to ban social media access for children under 16, sparking intense debate about online safety versus digital rights.
John Dickerson exits CBS News for The Free Press
In a stunning career move, esteemed journalist John Dickerson leaves CBS News after eight years to join The Free Press, founded by former New York Times writer Bari Weiss. The political commentator's exit marks another high-profile departure from mainstre
Media faces backlash over Trump shooting coverage
Conservative figures and Republican communications director Karoline Leavitt condemn mainstream media's portrayal of Trump assassination attempt as political rhetoric escalates
Bari Weiss's CBS News Role: 50-Year Media Shift Complete
A seismic shift in American journalism culminates as conservative commentator Bari Weiss joins CBS News, marking the endpoint of a half-century ideological migration within mainstream media.
Podcaster Beats MAGA Media in Ratings War
Podcaster Ben Meiselas reveals his strategy for taking on right-wing media giants and winning the battle for listeners in this exclusive interview.
Bari Weiss's CBS exit sparks media bias debate
Controversial journalist Bari Weiss's abrupt departure from CBS News after just one interview raises serious questions about media censorship and ideological conformity in mainstream broadcasting.
AP journalist fired over unauthorised pro-Hamas posts
The Associated Press has terminated a journalist after an internal investigation revealed unauthorised pro-Hamas posts from their official AP account during the recent Israel-Gaza conflict.
Denmark plans social media ban for under-16s
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announces radical plan to prohibit social media access for children under 16, citing mental health crisis and 'stolen childhoods' in major policy address.
Denmark plans social media ban for under-15s
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announces radical plan to prohibit social media access for children under 15, warning platforms are 'robbing children of their childhood' in major digital wellbeing initiative.
Partiful App: The Hidden Cost of Digital Party Invites
The viral party planning app Partiful is facing scrutiny as experts reveal how our digital invitations come with hidden costs to personal privacy and data security.
GB News plans US expansion with Trumpian politics
GB News is planning a major US expansion, aiming to bring its provocative British perspective to American viewers while facing criticism over its political agenda and controversial presenters.
CBS News staff revolt over Bari Weiss appointment
CBS News faces internal rebellion as veteran journalists express outrage over hiring controversial commentator Bari Weiss, citing concerns over editorial direction and journalistic integrity.
Instagram Rings: Meta's New Creator Awards System
Meta introduces Instagram Rings, an innovative awards system recognising top creators with exclusive profile features and enhanced visibility on the platform.
Instagram suffers major global outage disrupting millions
Millions of Instagram users were left disconnected as a major platform outage disrupted service across the UK and globally, triggering widespread social media reactions and highlighting our digital dependency.
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.
Bari Weiss Joins CBS News Amid Controversy
CBS News faces internal backlash after hiring former New York Times journalist Bari Weiss, known for her polarising views on free speech and campus culture wars.
British Advertising's Diversity Obsession Exposed
An incisive analysis revealing how modern British advertising has become dominated by diversity dogma that bears little resemblance to actual UK demographics and alienates mainstream audiences.
AI Influencers: Social Media's New Digital Stars
Computer-generated personalities are amassing millions of followers and lucrative brand deals, raising questions about authenticity and the future of social media influencing.
Brentford's YouTube beats Premier League giants in views
In a stunning digital upset, Brentford's official YouTube channel has surpassed viewing figures of football titans including Manchester United, Liverpool, and Arsenal, proving the Bees are buzzing online.
CBS News staff backlash over Bari Weiss hiring
CBS News encounters significant internal criticism following the controversial hiring of journalist Bari Weiss, with staff expressing concerns over political impartiality and editorial direction.
TikTok child accounts can access pornographic content
Shocking investigation reveals TikTok's child safety failures as pornographic material remains readily available to under-13 accounts, sparking urgent calls for regulation.
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