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Byron Allen files another lawsuit against McDonald’s over ads
The lawsuit is the latest in a string of litigation brought against McDonald's by the Allen Media Group owner.
Warren Buffett criticizes Paramount for cutting dividend
"It's not good news when any company cuts its dividend dramatically," the Berkshire Hathaway chairman and CEO said.
New York TV anchor John Roland dies
John Roland, one of New York City's most-recognizable television news anchors, died over the weekend.
David Owens to oversee mobile products at Charter
A former Sprint executive is joining Charter Communications to service as its senior vice president of mobile products
Nexstar to spend $35 million acquiring KUSI-TV in San Diego
The purchase will create a duopoly with the area's Fox affiliate, KSWB, with CW programming moving to KUSI later this year.
Amazon offers to pay Australians to stream podcasts
Amazon is offering Australian users the opportunity to snag a $5 promo code if they stream one podcast through Amazon Music in May.
Dish Network, Sling TV lose more than 550,000 subscribers
Dish Network saw more than 550,000 customers leave its two pay television products during the previous financial quarter.
Dish says no customer data breached during cyberattack
Dish Network says no customer data was obtained during a cybersecurity incident that took internal systems down in mid-February.
WBD offers preview of Max streamer in Apple App Store
The new Max service is expected to launch May 23, according to a new listing on the Apple App Store.
South Dakota TV reporter charged with pranking governor
A South Dakota television news reporter was fired this month after making a prank phone call to a Republican politician.
Scripps says ad market improving, execs focused on sports deals
Continued ad market woes contributed to lower revenue for Scripps, though the company said conditions are improving.
Leaked Fox content could impact Dominion settlement
Fox Corporation has called on attorneys for Dominion Voting Systems to probe the release of confidential records to the media.