Disaster, catastrophe, nightmare. Hollywood’s creative workforce describes Warner Bros’ collapse in stark terms. The once-powerful studio now faces a breakup or acquisition. Netflix and Paramount Skydance battle for control. The industry braces for job losses and uncertainty. Warner Bros’ decline strikes an already fragile entertainment sector. A historic production slump has battered film and television. The studio’s potential disappearance threatens thousands of jobs. It also removes a major buyer for new films and TV projects. For decades, Warner Bros shaped global cinema. The studio produced Casablanca, Goodfellas, Batman, and Harry Potter. Many workers fear its cultural legacy could be dismantled.…
Author: Grace Johnson
A billionaire investor seeking TikTok’s US operations says uncertainty continues as a new deadline approaches. The United States has postponed the app’s forced sale several times. Officials warn the platform could face a ban without a completed deal. President Donald Trump appears ready to extend the deadline again on Tuesday. This would mark the fifth delay since Congress passed the law. Investor Frank McCourt said his group remains on standby. He said the investors are prepared to act immediately. McCourt said they already secured the funding needed for a purchase. He added that repeated delays prevent proper planning. The prolonged…
High Court challenge questions sweeping under-16 restrictions Reddit files a High Court case against Australia’s new law blocking users under 16 from joining major social platforms. The law took effect on Wednesday and forces ten companies to deny accounts to young Australians. Supporters argue the measure protects minors from harmful content and manipulative algorithms. Reddit follows the rule but warns it poses serious risks to privacy and political rights. Two teenagers also prepare a separate challenge awaiting a High Court hearing. Company says law misjudges youth online behavior “Despite good intentions, this law misses the mark,” Reddit writes on its…
A Million-Dollar Route to Citizenship President Donald Trump introduces a visa aimed at affluent foreign nationals. The programme targets applicants ready to pay at least one million dollars. Trump promises a direct path to citizenship for vetted candidates. He says the plan helps US companies keep essential international talent. He presents the initiative as a major boost for the national economy. The Gold Card Programme Explained The Gold Card offers an accelerated US visa for applicants who deliver strong economic value. The official website says the programme focuses on people who bring substantial benefit to the United States. The launch…
Massive Rule Changes Set to Redefine the Sport The 2025 season ends with McLaren winning both championships, but 2026 promises a complete transformation. Formula 1 introduces sweeping technical regulations and expands the grid to eleven teams. A major British sports outlet highlights the changes fans should watch as the sport enters a bold new era.The new rules represent the largest overhaul in years. Cars shed 30 kilograms, shrink by ten centimetres, and become far more efficient. Power units now split output nearly evenly between electric and combustion power. Fully sustainable fuels complete the transformation.The impact on racing remains uncertain. Chassis…
US Updates Policy on Advanced Tech Exports US President Donald Trump now allows Nvidia to sell its H200 AI chips to “approved customers” in China. He says the move protects national security, supports American jobs, and maintains US leadership in artificial intelligence. The policy also covers other US chipmakers like AMD and follows lobbying from Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, who recently visited Washington. Nvidia Navigates Pressure from Washington and Beijing Nvidia, the world’s most valuable chipmaker, sits at the center of growing US–China tensions. The firm previously faced a ban on selling its most advanced chips to China. Trump lifted…
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…
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.…