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ABC News fires Terry Moran over social media post
ABC News is parting ways with its correspondent Terry Moran, several days after he posted a message on X that violated the network's policies.

Bango buys a black hole to demonstrate “subscriber acquisition” strategies
Executives feel direct marketing like search and social media ads are producing few results.

Sources: Fox execs discuss Fox One bundling opportunities with Max, ESPN
Fox has discussed bundling Fox One with a number of streaming apps like Max, Disney Plus and Hulu, according to sources familiar with the talks.

ESPN Plus for Business renews Joe Hand Promotions deal
Joe Hand Promotions has renewed its partnership with the Walt Disney Company's ESPN to continue offering ESPN Plus events to subscribers.

WBD to split cable networks from streaming business
WBD on Monday confirmed plans to spin off the company's cable networks unit from its streaming and studios business.

Dish parent Echostar prepares bankruptcy filing
Echostar, the parent of Dish Network and Sling TV, is preparing a bankruptcy filing to shield its wireless spectrum from regulators.

Appeals court: Trump can continue to block AP reporters from events
The White House and its offices are not public forums, and the administration is free to restrict access, the Trump-appointed judges ruled.

DirecTV offering more loyalty perks, charity donations in June
DirecTV is celebrating its 31st anniversary with additional loyalty perks and charitable donations throughout the month of June.

Fubo adds pay-per-view sports to streaming platform
Fubo is offering live soccer and boxing matches through a new pay-per-view feature on most supported TV platforms.

Scripps promotes Stephanie Rey to lead content licensing pacts
The E. W. Scripps Company this week promoted Stephanie Rey to oversee the broadcaster's content licensing and co-production agreements.

