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Writers Guild Sues to Block Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger

Writers Guild Sues to Block Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger

The WGA has filed a federal lawsuit to stop the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount, arguing the deal would create a single "mega-buyer" of programming.

Culture ·15 Jul 2026, 07:02 ·Maya Calder 4 min read
Paramount to exit Universal joint venture for EU merger approval

Paramount to exit Universal joint venture for EU merger approval

Paramount Skydance has committed to withdrawing from United International Pictures to resolve antitrust concerns raised by the European Commission.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 01:03 ·Priya Raman 3 min read
UK government may intervene in Paramount's Warner Bros. Discovery merger

UK government may intervene in Paramount's Warner Bros. Discovery merger

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is minded to intervene in the Paramount-WBD merger due to concerns regarding media plurality and control in the UK.

Culture ·30 Jun 2026, 16:03 ·Maya Calder 3 min read