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The UK culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, plans to request regulators to review Paramount's $110bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, citing concerns over media plurality and competition. The merger would combine assets including Channel 5, CNN, TNT Sports, and streaming services Paramount+ and HBO Max.

The U.S. Justice Department concluded that Paramount Skydance's $81 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery will not harm competition or consumers, closing its antitrust investigation. The merger, opposed by critics and industry professionals over consolidation risks, is expected to boost competition in media and streaming, though it will involve significant job cuts due to duplication.

Noah Wyle, star of 'The Pitt', is leading a healthcare rally on Capitol Hill to push for bipartisan legislation focused on healthcare workers. The actor, who plays Dr. Michael Robinavitch, will join lawmakers at the event. The rally aims to support healthcare workers through legislative action.

Aurzen’s Zip Tri-Fold Portable Mini Projector is on sale for $259.99 (40% off) at Amazon and Aurzen, offering 720p resolution, 100 lumens of brightness, and wireless connectivity. Despite limitations like short battery life and DRM restrictions, it supports AirPlay, Miracast, and Bluetooth. Garmin’s Venu 4 and Google’s TV Streamer are also highlighted as discounted tech products.

YouTube TV introduced a customizable multiview feature allowing subscribers to watch up to four live sports channels simultaneously, including NFL and college football games. The update includes a new $64.99 'Sports Plan' with major sports networks, and the NFL's Sunday Ticket package is now exclusive to YouTube TV.

Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders approved a $81 billion sale to Paramount Skydance, combining HBO Max and Paramount+ into a single streaming platform. The merger would consolidate media power, creating a major player with access to libraries like 'Harry Potter,' 'Game of Thrones,' and 'Top Gun.' Regulatory approval remains pending.

Warner Bros Discovery shareholders are set to vote on Paramount's $81 billion takeover, which would merge HBO Max, CNN, and other assets with Paramount's CBS and Paramount+. The deal faces regulatory hurdles and opposition from industry professionals and lawmakers.

HBO Max is offering a 50% discount on subscriptions through April via promo codes and special deals. The promotion allows users to stream favorite shows at a reduced cost.

The BBFC has implemented an AI tool to assist in classifying HBO Max TV shows, resulting in age ratings for Game of Thrones and Euphoria in the UK. The tool flags content for human review, addressing compliance issues like violence and nudity.

HBO Max is launching in India through an exclusive partnership with JioHotstar, offering subscribers access to its content library for ₹49 per month. The service will include programming from HBO, Warner Bros., and DC Studios, expanding streaming options in the region.