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July 13, 2026
A dozen states file lawsuit to block Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. Discovery merger
State attorneys general from a dozen states, including California, New York and Washington, filed a lawsuit to block Paramount Skydance's $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. Why it mat...
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June 16, 2026
Fox enters new era with Roku deal
Data: Nielsen; Chart: Axios VisualsFox's $22 billion deal to buy Roku marks a turning point in the streaming wars and a new era for the Murdoch media empire. Why it matters: Streaming is no longer ...
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June 13, 2026
ABC's FCC fight could redefine press freedom
The outcome of ABC's legal battle with the Federal Communications Commission could set a landmark precedent around press freedom and the role businesses play in supporting American democracy. Why ...
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June 3, 2026
Scott Pelley fired from "60 Minutes" following testy exchange
Nick Bilton, the newly installed executive producer of "60 Minutes," has fired Scott Pelley after the veteran anchor assailed him in front of staff members during a meeting on Bilton's first day on...
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June 2, 2026
New "60 Minutes" head faces blowback as staffers rebuke changes
Nick Bilton, the newly installed executive producer of "60 Minutes," faces a crisis of confidence as senior CBS News staffers openly rebuke his appointment amid broader backlash to changes at the s...
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May 21, 2026
Spotify bets on taste as differentiator in the AI era
Spotify believes it will become much more profitable over the next four years by leveraging AI to build a "large taste model" that supports interactive sharing over passive listening. Why it matter...
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May 12, 2026
Byron Allen strikes deal to buy controlling stake in BuzzFeed and become CEO
Data: Financial Modeling Prep; Chart: Christine Wang/AxiosByron Allen, a media entrepreneur known for aggressively trying to roll up various media assets, on Monday announced a deal to buy a majori...
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May 11, 2026
Bumble plans a reset to lure Gen Z back
Whitney Wolfe Herd changed the way millions of people around the world found love when she created Bumble in 2014. Now, she says the novelty of online dating has worn off, and Bumble needs a major ...
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May 5, 2026
Federal employment agency sues NYT for discrimination
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has sued the New York Times for discriminating against a white, male employee who claims to have been denied a promotion based on his demographic attribu...
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April 28, 2026
FCC orders review of ABC's broadcast licenses
The Federal Communications Commission on Tuesday ordered an accelerated review of ABC's local station broadcast licenses as it investigates whether those stations violated the FCC's rules that are ...
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April 26, 2026
Welcome to Washington's new media landscape
White House Correspondents' Dinner weekend has always been a reflection of the changing news ecosystem, but this year's event shows just how fast the media industry is being disrupted.Why it matter...
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April 26, 2026
Future of White House Correspondents' Dinner in limbo
For decades, the White House Correspondents' Dinner has been a treasured tradition, uniting the press and politicians under one roof at the storied Washington Hilton. Now, the future of that ritual...
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April 23, 2026
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders approve Paramount Skydance deal
Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders on Thursday voted "overwhelmingly" in favor of the merger with Paramount Skydance, clearing a critical hurdle.Yes, but: Shareholders did not approve the executiv...
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April 23, 2026
Meta to lay off 8,000 as part of AI efficiency push
Meta told staff Thursday it plans to lay off roughly 8,000 people, or around 10% of the company, two sources confirmed to Axios. Why it matters: The cuts come as Meta looks to offset rising AI infr...
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April 20, 2026
Judge orders Nexstar-Tegna to pause merger
A U.S. district judge on Friday issued a preliminary injunction requiring Nexstar and Tegna to remain separate, despite closing their $6.2 billion megamerger last month. Why it matters: The ruling ...
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