FCC Chairman Threatens Media Mergers Over Corporate Diversity Programs
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warns that companies' diversity, equity and inclusion policies could block merger approvals, potentially affecting major deals like Paramount-Skydance. The controversial stance represents a significant shift in regulatory approach toward corporate diversity initiatives.
MSNBC's Major Programming Overhaul: New Shows and Leadership Under Rebecca Kutler
MSNBC is undergoing a comprehensive programming reset across all time slots, with high-profile changes including Joy Reid's show cancellation and Jen Psaki's expanded role. The shake-up comes as the network prepares to separate from NBC News as part of Comcast's cable channels spin-off.
Trump Attacks Comcast and Seth Meyers in Late-Night Media Tirade
Former President Trump unleashes a scathing critique of NBC's Seth Meyers and parent company Comcast in an early morning social media rant. The outburst highlights ongoing tensions between Trump and media companies as Comcast prepares for potential business restructuring.
Warner Bros. Discovery and Comcast Settle Harry Potter TV Rights Dispute
Warner Bros. Discovery and Comcast's Sky have resolved their legal battle over content partnership rights, including the upcoming Harry Potter series. The settlement includes a renewed distribution deal allowing Comcast to offer Max and Discovery+ while securing Sky's access to the Harry Potter series in the UK.
Comcast Rejects Musk's Interest in MSNBC Purchase Amid Restructuring Plans
Comcast firmly denies plans to sell MSNBC despite speculation fueled by Elon Musk's public interest. The media giant aims to spin off its news channels into a new company while maintaining ownership, even as the network faces declining viewership.
Comcast's Strategic Shift: Major Networks Spinoff Keeps Only Bravo Under NBCUniversal
Comcast announces plans to spin off most of its cable networks into a new $7 billion company, retaining only Bravo. The restructuring comes amid cord-cutting pressures, with the separation process expected to take one year while maintaining crucial sports and news content arrangements.