Sky
Coverage of Sky in the Nexus archive.
- OPEC+ raises output but cartel's future hangs in balance
OPEC+ countries have agreed to increase oil output from August, but the cartel's stability is threatened by the UAE's recent departure. Meanwhile, a French company is utilizing the Seine to cool Paris buildings, and Sky has acquired ITV's broadcast channels and streaming service for £1.6bn.
- Comcast's Sky to buy Britain's ITV in $2.1 billion deal
Comcast's Sky unit has agreed to acquire Britain's ITV in a $2.1 billion deal. This follows Comcast's recent announcement to separate its NBCUniversal and Sky units into a new public company.
- Comcast buys the UK's biggest commercial broadcaster, ITV
Comcast subsidiary Sky plans to acquire ITV, the UK's largest commercial broadcaster.
- Sky agrees to buy British broadcaster ITV for up $2.1 billion to compete with streaming giants
Sky, owned by Comcast, agreed to acquire ITV's media and entertainment arm for up to $2.1 billion to form a competitor to global streaming platforms. The deal includes ITV's terrestrial TV channels and streaming service, while ITV Studios remains independent. The combined entity will become part of NBCUniversal after Comcast's split.
- Sky agrees to buy British broadcaster ITV for up $2.1 billion to compete with streaming giants
Sky, owned by Comcast, agreed to acquire ITV's media and entertainment arm for up to $2.1 billion to create a major competitor to global streaming platforms. The deal includes ITV's terrestrial TV channels and streaming service, while ITV Studios will remain independent. The combined entity will become part of NBCUniversal after Comcast's split.
- Sky agrees to buy British broadcaster ITV for up $2.1 billion to compete with streaming giants
Sky, the UK-based TV, internet and mobile phone provider owned by Comcast, has agreed to buy ITV’s media and entertainment arm for up to $2.1 billion to compete with streaming giants.
- ITV sells media and entertainment arm to Sky for £1.6bn
ITV has sold its media and entertainment arm to Sky for £1.6 billion. The transaction involves the transfer of ITV's media and entertainment division to Sky.
- Sky owner announces £1.6bn takeover of ITV’s broadcasting arm
Sky, owned by US telecoms company Comcast, has agreed to a £1.6bn deal to acquire ITV’s broadcasting and streaming arm, including free-to-air TV channels and the ITVX platform. The transaction includes an initial £1.2bn cash payment and up to £200m additional payment in 2028 based on 2027 advertising revenues.
- Sky call handler sacked after hanging up on customers she was fed up dealing with after telling them to wait 'just a second'
A Sky call handler was dismissed after hanging up on customers she was frustrated with, following her instruction for them to wait 'just a second'.
- Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky. The remaining Comcast entity will continue providing internet services to residential and business customers.
- Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast plans to split into two publicly-traded companies: one focusing on media (including NBCUniversal and Sky) and another on broadband and wireless services. The split aims to allow each business to pursue growth independently, with completion expected in about a year pending approvals. Executives stated the move is not a step toward potential strategic transactions.
- Roundup: First Tuesday volunteers / Hybrid sales surge / Comcast splits
Over 200 volunteers from Greater Baton Rouge businesses will assist The Emerge School for Autism in campus improvements. Hybrid vehicle sales have surged as federal EV incentives ended, prompting automakers to shift production. Comcast plans to split into two publicly traded companies, separating its media and telecom operations.
- Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast plans to split itself into two separate publicly traded companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky.
- Comcast to split into two companies
Comcast will split into two publicly traded companies, separating its broadband and wireless business from NBCUniversal and Sky. The split will take about a year, with Comcast retaining a 19% stake in NBCUniversal. Mike Cavanagh will lead NBCUniversal, while Michael Angelakis will oversee the new Comcast entity.
- Read the memo Comcast sent employees about its plans to spin off its media business
Comcast announced plans to split its media and tech businesses into separate publicly traded companies, citing strong business prospects and leadership. The company shared a memo with employees outlining the new structure, with Mike Cavanagh leading NBCUniversal and Sky, and Michael Angelakis set to become CEO of the new company. Shares rose 25% in premarket trading following the announcement.
- Comcast is spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky as its stock soars
Comcast is spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky, creating two independent companies focused on broadband and wireless, and media and entertainment. The company's stock is rising following the announcement.
- Comcast plans to split into two companies, will spinoff NBC and Sky
Comcast plans to split into two companies and spinoff NBC and Sky. The transaction is expected to close in about a year, subject to regulatory and board approval.
- Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast plans to split into two publicly traded companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky. The separation aims to let each entity pursue strategic priorities and create shareholder value, with Mike Cavanagh leading NBCUniversal and Michael Angelakis becoming CEO of the new Comcast. Shareholders will own shares in both companies after the transaction, expected to complete in about a year.
- Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast plans to split into two publicly traded companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky. The separation will create two distinct public entities.
- Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast plans to split into two publicly traded companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky. The separation aims to allow each entity to focus on strategic growth and shareholder value, with the transaction expected to complete in about a year after regulatory approvals.
- Comcast soars 23% after announcing it will spin off media and tech wings into separate public companies
Comcast announced it will spin off NBCUniversal and Sky into separate public companies through a tax-free spin-off, leading to a 23% surge in its stock price.
- Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning of NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast is planning to split itself into two separate publicly traded companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky. The restructuring involves dividing the corporation into two distinct public entities.
- Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast plans to split into two publicly traded companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky, aiming to enhance strategic focus and shareholder value. The separation, expected in about a year, will see Mike Cavanagh lead NBCUniversal and Michael Angelakis take over Comcast, with shareholders owning shares in both.
- Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky. The separation aims to allow each entity to focus on strategic priorities and growth, with Comcast retaining internet services and NBCUniversal/Sky handling media and entertainment. Shareholders will own shares in both companies post-transaction.
- Comcast stock surges after it said it's spinning off its media businesses
Comcast announced plans to spin off its media businesses, including NBCUniversal and Sky, into two separate publicly traded companies through a tax-free process. The move caused its stock price to surge more than 25% in premarket trading, as the separation aims to provide greater strategic focus and growth opportunities for each business.
- Comcast to spin off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast plans to spin off NBCUniversal and Sky, separating its studio and broadcast business into distinct public companies.
- Comcast to split into two companies, spin off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast is restructuring by splitting into two companies and spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky. The article references a Comcast corporate logo at 30 Rock in New York City.
- Sky makes £2bn spending pledge as it prepares takeover of ITV broadcasting arm
Sky has pledged £2bn over five years to ITV’s studios business as it prepares to acquire ITV’s broadcasting arm, a move expected to secure the future of shows like Coronation Street and Love Island. The £1.6bn takeover deal could be announced in early July, involving ITV’s free-to-air UK TV channels and the ITVX streaming platform.
- Brothers allegedly abducted off the street by armed strangers left traumatized
Two young brothers, Sky and Sevyn, were abducted by armed strangers Juantez Ruffin and James Barnes in Omaha. The suspects threatened the boys with harm as part of a revenge plot, leading to charges of kidnapping and felony child abuse. The incident has left the family traumatized, with the boys refusing to go outside alone.
- Brothers allegedly abducted off the street by armed strangers left traumatized
Two 9- and 10-year-old brothers in Nebraska were abducted by armed strangers who threatened them with harm if they didn’t assist in a revenge plot. The suspects, Juantez Ruffin and James Barnes, were later arrested after a car was pulled over. The boys were unharmed but traumatized, and their mother expressed fear for their psychological well-being.
- Brothers allegedly abducted off the street by armed strangers left traumatized
Two 9- and 10-year-old brothers were abducted by armed strangers in Omaha, Nebraska, who threatened to harm them if they didn’t assist in a revenge plot. The suspects, Juantez Ruffin and James Barnes, were arrested after police pulled their vehicle over, and the boys were returned home unharmed but traumatized. Ruffin and Barnes face charges of kidnapping and felony child abuse.
- One of the sky's rarest phenomena is back: How to see rare night-shining clouds this summer
A rare celestial event featuring silver-blue, glowing clouds is occurring this summer. These night-shining clouds appear in darkening skies and are described as one of the sky's rarest phenomena.
- UK government to pay £1.3bn to help fund Universal Studios theme park in Bedfordshire
The UK government will provide £1.3bn in funding to support Universal Studios' first European theme park in Bedfordshire. The deal is expected to create tens of thousands of jobs in construction, hospitality, creative, and technology sectors.
- Ofcom ex-chair: broadcasters embarrassed by GB News following ‘majority agenda’
Michael Grade, ex-chair of Ofcom, accuses broadcasters of being embarrassed by GB News due to its majority agenda. He dismisses impartiality concerns, stating GB News is subject to the same rules as BBC, Sky, and ITN.
- Sky exits UAE news venture after genocide denial accusations
Sky is exiting its joint venture with the UAE, Sky News Arabia, following accusations of genocide denial in its coverage of the Sudan war. The UK-based broadcaster will retain the brand name through a licensing deal but relinquish strategic and operational control of the Arabic-language news service.
- Why has the public been largely kept in the dark since the govt warned of the threat of war?
The article questions why the public has not been adequately informed about a government-issued war threat warning. It references Sky's Deborah Haynes and Nick Gould as contributors.
- Sky kept charging us after our fridge exploded and we had to live in hotels: SALLY SORTS IT
A family's fridge exploded, forcing them to live in hotels, and they were still charged by Sky. The family is seeking resolution for the ongoing issue. They had to relocate due to the explosion.