White House Threatens CBS Over Trump Interview
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt warned CBS News to air a Trump interview in full or face legal action. The network complied, amid scrutiny over its editorial independence.
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Trump buys $1m in Netflix and Warner Bros bonds
Donald Trump purchased over $1m in bonds from Netflix and Warner Bros Discovery just days after stating he would be 'involved' in their proposed $82.7bn merger. Explore the ethical and political implications.
City of London warns of service review after funding slashed
The City of London Corporation warns of a 'bottom up' review of local authority services after a 76% cut in its government funding assessment. Discover the impact on budgets and council tax.
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Review - A Horny High-School Spinoff
The new Paramount+ series Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, starring Holly Hunter and Paul Giamatti, offers a transgressive, hormone-fuelled take on the iconic franchise. Read our full review.
Betar to End NY Operations After Violent Conduct Probe
New York Attorney General Letitia James secures settlement with far-right group Betar US, forcing its closure after findings of bias-motivated harassment and assaults.
Netflix Plans All-Cash Offer for Warner Bros Discovery
Netflix is reportedly switching to an all-cash offer to speed up its $83bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, facing a rival bid from Paramount. The deal could reshape the streaming landscape.
Trump: CBS Anchor Wouldn't Have Job if Harris Won
In a CBS News interview, Donald Trump claimed anchor Tony Dokoupil's job relied on his election win. The exchange highlights media tensions and the network's new direction under Bari Weiss.
Israel's new West Bank road severs Palestinian areas
Israel is set to start construction on a controversial bypass road in the occupied West Bank's E1 area, a move critics label annexation that will fragment Palestinian territory. Read the full analysis.
Paramount Skydance sues Warner Bros Discovery in takeover battle
Paramount Skydance has filed a lawsuit to force Warner Bros Discovery to disclose financial data in a hostile takeover battle involving Netflix. A deal would be one of the biggest media mergers in history.
Letterman calls CBS News a 'wreck' under new bosses
Former late-night host David Letterman has launched a scathing attack on CBS News, calling it a 'wreck' under its new leadership amid the Paramount-Skydance merger. Read his full comments and the fallout.
Parmount challenges Warner Bros Discovery Netflix deal
Paramount Skydance plans to nominate board directors at Warner Bros Discovery to vote against its $82.7bn Netflix agreement and files lawsuit for financial disclosure. Read the latest on the media takeover battle.
Girl Taken: Alfie Allen Thriller Terrifies TV Fans
Paramount+ drama Girl Taken, starring Alfie Allen as a creepy kidnapper, is terrifying viewers. The abduction thriller has an 80% Rotten Tomatoes score. Stream all episodes now.
UK settles with tortured Guantánamo detainee Abu Zubaydah
The UK government has paid a substantial out-of-court settlement to Abu Zubaydah, a Guantánamo Bay detainee, over claims of complicity in his CIA torture. Read the full report on the legal and moral implications.
Media Mega-Deals Pose Danger to Democracy, Hearing Warns
A US congressional hearing warns that both Netflix's $82.7bn and Paramount's $108bn bids for Warner Bros Discovery threaten free speech and democratic integrity through market power and political capitulation.
Trading Firm Settles Lawsuit Over iPad Secret Theft
A London trading firm has settled a High Court case against a former quant it accused of using an iPad to copy confidential trading strategies. Read the full details.
Migrant workers slam Labour's 'performative' visa proposals
Visa-holding migrants and British families condemn the government's 'earned settlement' consultation, warning it fuels anti-immigrant sentiment and creates prolonged uncertainty. The public consultation closes on 12 February.
Google Settles AI Chatbot Lawsuits Over Teen Suicide
Google and Character.AI have settled lawsuits alleging their AI chatbots harmed minors, including a Florida teen's suicide. Read the full story on the landmark case.
HSBC Settles French Tax Fraud Probe for £230m
HSBC agrees to a €268m settlement over 'cum-cum' dividend tax fraud claims in France. The banking giant also secures shareholder approval to privatise Hang Seng Bank.
Warner Bros urges no to Paramount's $108bn takeover bid
Warner Bros Discovery's board advises shareholders to reject a risky $108.4bn hostile bid from Paramount Skydance, backing a rival Netflix offer instead. Get the full analysis.
Warner Bros Rejects $108bn Paramount Hostile Takeover
Warner Bros Discovery urges shareholders to reject a $108.4bn hostile bid from Paramount Skydance, claiming investors have been misled. The board backs a rival Netflix deal.
Israel pushes vast West Bank settlement, imperilling Palestine
Israel quietly tenders 3,401 homes in the E1 West Bank settlement, a move experts say aims to 'bury' a Palestinian state. Construction could start within a year.
Steve Coogan's Baby Cow back in profit before court settlement
Steve Coogan's production company, Baby Cow, posted a £358k profit as revenue rose to £2.6m. This preceded a settled High Court defamation claim over the film 'The Lost King'. Read the full details.
BBC settles with family over unauthorised filming
The BBC has reached a settlement with a family who survived the Hamas attacks after a news crew filmed inside their wrecked home without permission. Read the full story on the broadcaster's latest controversy.
MTV shuts down UK music channels after 44 years
MTV is closing five of its UK music channels, including MTV 80s and 90s, from January 2026. Find out why the iconic broadcaster is making these sweeping cuts.
Warner Bros shares slide ahead of takeover deadline
Warner Bros Discovery shares slip to $28.79 as investors weigh competing bids from Netflix and Paramount Skydance ahead of the 21 January deadline. Discover the risks and rewards.
New Orleans Archdiocese Reaches $305m Clergy Abuse Settlement
After a protracted five-year bankruptcy, the New Orleans archdiocese agrees to a $305m settlement with clergy abuse survivors, amidst allegations of secrecy and delayed justice. Read the full investigation.
All Star Trek series leaving Netflix in 2026
Every Star Trek TV show is set to exit Netflix in 2026, moving exclusively to Paramount+. Discover what this means for UK fans and the future of streaming.
Ellison's $40bn Guarantee in Warner Bros Battle
Tech titan Larry Ellison personally backs Paramount's $108bn bid for Warner Bros Discovery with a $40.4bn guarantee, challenging Netflix's rival offer. The high-stakes corporate drama reshapes Hollywood.
Ellison's $40bn Guarantee in Paramount's WBD Takeover Fight
Tech titan Larry Ellison personally backs Paramount's $108.4bn bid for Warner Bros Discovery with a $40.4bn guarantee, challenging a rival Netflix deal. Read the latest on the epic media battle.
Dollar General $15m Price-Gouging Settlement
Dollar General agrees to pay at least $15m to settle claims it overcharged customers across the US. Find out if you are eligible for a repayment.
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