Warner Bros Discovery
Coverage of Warner Bros Discovery in the Nexus archive.
- Scott Pelley fired from "60 Minutes" following testy exchange
Scott Pelley was fired from '60 Minutes' by new executive producer Nick Bilton after a confrontational meeting where Pelley criticized Bilton and Bari Weiss. Bilton cited incivility and a hostile display in front of staff as reasons for the termination, which adds to recent departures of veteran talent from the show.
- Paramount expresses support for CBS News leader Bari Weiss amid criticism
Paramount is supporting CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss amid controversies and lagging ratings. A report suggested senior leadership discussed changing her role to lessen oversight of CBS News and potentially CNN. Paramount released a statement backing Weiss.
- CNN legend Christiane Amanpour expresses concern about Ellison take-over
Christiane Amanpour expressed concern about Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, citing potential ideological realignment of CBS News. The merger may impact CNN and its programming. Amanpour spoke at the Truth Tellers summit, honoring Sir Harry Evans.
- Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount’s takeover
Warner Bros shareholders have approved Paramount’s takeover. The focus now shifts to regulatory reviews in Washington and London to assess the merger's implications.
- Warner Bros shareholders to vote on Paramount’s $81 billion takeover of the Hollywood giant
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.
- Warner Bros and Paramount merger could reshape US media landscape
Warner Bros Discovery and Paramount Global are considering a merger that could significantly impact the US media landscape. The deal is under regulatory scrutiny due to concerns about media consolidation and foreign investment influence.
- Co-founder Reed Hastings to step down from Netflix board
Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings will step down from the board in June, citing a focus on philanthropy and other pursuits. The company stated his departure is not due to disagreements and comes as Netflix recovers from losing its $72 billion Warner Bros Discovery deal.
- Co-founder Reed Hastings to step down from Netflix board
Reed Hastings, Netflix's co-founder and chair, will step down from the board in June, focusing on philanthropy and other pursuits. The company stated his departure is not due to disagreements and comes as Netflix regains stability after losing a $72 billion deal with Warner Bros Discovery.