President raises concerns over streaming dominance US President Donald Trump warns that Netflix’s planned $72 billion acquisition of Warner Brothers Discovery could create serious challenges. He tells an audience in Washington that Netflix already controls a large portion of the streaming market. He cautions that combining the two companies might intensify competition issues. On Friday, both firms announce an agreement to bring major Warner franchises, including Harry Potter and Game of Thrones, to Netflix. The deal still requires approval from regulators. Requests for comment to the companies and the White House remain unanswered. Netflix seeks to secure global leadership Netflix…
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Salah Feels Pushed Aside Mohamed Salah says Liverpool no longer defend him and claims his relationship with Arne Slot has broken down. He stays on the bench for the entire 3-3 draw at Leeds. It is his third straight match without a start. After the match, he says the club blame him for recent problems. He says he once shared strong communication with Slot. Now he says that link has disappeared. He cannot explain the sudden collapse. He believes someone inside the club wants him removed. Salah says he loves Liverpool deeply and always will. He says his children feel…
A defining moment for global media Netflix plans to buy the film and streaming units of Warner Bros Discovery for 72 billion dollars. The company wins the heated contest against Comcast and Paramount Skydance. Warner Bros controls major franchises such as Harry Potter and Game of Thrones. It also operates HBO Max. The merger would create a powerful entertainment leader, though regulators still need to approve it. Industry groups already warn of serious risks. Netflix co-chief Ted Sarandos says he remains confident about the process. He says joining both libraries will expand storytelling across the world. He argues that Warner…
Putin Stands Firm on Donbas Vladimir Putin again demands that Ukrainian forces leave the Donbas. He warns that Russia will seize the region by force if Kyiv refuses. He tells India Today that Moscow now holds about 85% of the territory. Volodymyr Zelensky rejects any proposal that surrenders Ukrainian land. Trump Envoys Sense Limited Space for Progress Putin’s remarks follow Donald Trump’s claim that his envoys detected some interest from Moscow in ending the conflict. Negotiator Steve Witkoff plans to meet Ukraine’s team soon in Florida. Trump calls his Kremlin talks “reasonably good” but says both sides must show readiness.…
Meta removes young users ahead of official banMeta has started removing Australian children under 16 from Instagram, Facebook, and Threads. The company acts one week before the national youth ban begins. Last month, Meta notified users aged 13 to 15 that their accounts would close starting 4 December. About 150,000 Facebook accounts and 350,000 Instagram profiles are expected to be affected. Threads also restricts young users because it requires an Instagram login. Australia’s new law, effective 10 December, mandates that platforms block under-16s. Companies face fines up to A$49.5m if they fail to comply. Meta calls for better age verificationA…
Prada Expands Its Luxury Portfolio Prada announced on Tuesday that it acquired Versace, uniting two major Italian fashion houses under one roof. The company paid $1.38bn, well below the roughly $2bn Capri Holdings invested in Versace in 2018. The acquisition strengthens Prada’s portfolio, which includes Miu Miu, and boosts its position against competitors like LVMH, owner of Dior, Fendi, and Louis Vuitton. Versace Begins a New Era Donatella Versace stepped down in March after 27 years leading the brand with glamorous designs and the iconic Medusa logo. She assumed control in 1997 following the murder of her brother Gianni and…
Diplomatic Efforts Intensify in MoscowRussian President Vladimir Putin will meet US special envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow on Tuesday. The White House expressed strong optimism about advancing a deal to end the war in Ukraine. Jared Kushner, Donald Trump’s son-in-law and informal adviser, will also participate in the talks. The meeting follows two days of negotiations in Florida between Ukrainian and US officials. Witkoff and Kushner refined a US-backed peace plan previously seen as favourable to Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called the talks constructive but emphasized that major issues remain unresolved. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed that Putin will…
McLaren mistake costs race victoryFormula 1 enters a rare three-driver championship showdown after Max Verstappen wins a dramatic Qatar Grand Prix, caused by a critical McLaren strategy error. Lando Norris calls it “not our greatest day,” understating the loss of a race that once seemed certain. His championship lead falls to 12 points ahead of Abu Dhabi, while teammate Oscar Piastri drops another four points behind. Piastri stands stunned as a likely victory turns into second place, and his second in the standings becomes third. “It’s pretty painful,” he admits. Norris remains the favourite because he only needs third place…
Caracas Denounces “Illegal Threat” Venezuela condemned Donald Trump after he claimed the country’s airspace should be treated as completely closed. The foreign ministry called his statement “another extravagant, illegal and unjustified aggression against the Venezuelan people”. Officials said the United States holds no authority to restrict another nation’s airspace. They accused Trump of issuing a “colonialist threat”. The United States expanded its regional military presence and carried out at least 21 strikes on boats it linked to drug trafficking, killing more than 80 people. Washington has offered no evidence. President Nicolás Maduro says these actions aim to remove him from…
Global Fleets Halted Amid Safety ConcernsAirbus grounds thousands of aircraft after discovering that intense solar radiation can disrupt essential flight control computers, causing worldwide delays. Approximately 6,000 A320-family jets are affected, representing half of the company’s global fleet. Most planes can return to service after a quick three-hour software update. The UK aviation regulator warns of potential delays and cancellations, though airports report limited impact. October Incident Triggers InvestigationAirbus uncovers the problem after examining an October incident in which a plane flying between the US and Mexico suddenly lost altitude. The JetBlue aircraft makes an emergency landing in Florida after…