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SiriusXM shareholders approve stock combinations
The plan calls for unifying two of Liberty Global's tracking stock with that of SiriusXM.
Disney to expand ad-supported tier across more European countries
Starting in October, streamers in three additional European territories will have the option of streaming Disney Plus content with ads.
Fubo debuts new FAST channel for Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship
Fubo has debuted a new free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel dedicated to a combat sport.
Google’s plan to fund California newsrooms draws scorn from journalism groups
While some executives are praising the move as helping to fund grassroots journalism, unions say they're disappointed that Google is getting an easy out after destroying the local news business model for years.
Skydance lawyers complain about Paramount’s evaluation of Bronfman’s bid
Attorneys for Skydance say Paramount's board committed a "material breach" of their transaction agreement by expanding the "go-shop" window from 45 days.
Charter begins offering Paramount Plus to Spectrum TV customers
Charter is now offering free access to the ad-supported tier of streaming service Paramount Plus to some subscribers of its Spectrum TV service.
Nexstar moves CW Network to more of its own stations
Nexstar Media Group has announced five new affiliates for its CW Network, and all of them are owned by the company.
Awful Announcing debuts sports media podcast “Play-By-Play”
Awful Announcing is transforming its unique flavor of reporting, analysis and commentary from written articles to the spoken word.
Scripps working on Tablo device for broadband operators
Scripps is working on a version of its Tablo DVR that can support a pay TV package, with plans to distribute the device through broadband and cable operators.
TV5 Monde Plus integrates with Echostar’s Sling TV
Fans of French documentaries, TV series and films can now watch TV5 Monde Plus through Sling TV without a separate app.
Bronfman raises bid for Paramount, now offers $6 billion
The former Warner Music chairman has sweetened his offer for Paramount, which includes allowing non-voting shareholders to cash in their stock.
Almin Karamehmedovic appointed to top spot at ABC News
Almin Karamehmedovic has been appointed to the role of president of Disney's ABC News, the network said this week.
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Walt Disney Company (press release)