Paramount's Warner Bros. offer insufficient, investor says
A key investor has rejected Paramount's new acquisition offer for Warner Bros. Discovery as inadequate. Get the latest details on this major media merger standoff.
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Couric Condemns CBS Censorship of 60 Minutes Report
Former CBS anchor Katie Couric denounces network's censorship after a 60 Minutes report on El Salvador's CECOT prison was pulled. She warns of compromised journalism under new leadership.
Ellison's $40.4B Guarantee for Paramount's Warner Bid
Oracle's Larry Ellison provides a massive $40.4 billion financial guarantee to bolster Paramount Global's acquisition bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. Details on the deal.
Ex-Disney Strategist Sees Paramount Winning Warner Bros.
Former Disney executive Kevin Mayer forecasts Paramount will raise its bid and acquire Warner Bros. Discovery. Key investors are pushing for a higher offer in the high-stakes media merger.
CPKC Warns of Risks in U.S. Rail Merger
Canadian Pacific Kansas City highlights significant dangers in a major U.S. railroad consolidation plan. Read the full analysis of the potential impacts on cross-border trade and competition.
Markets Prevail as Anglo-Teck Deal, EV Policies Shift
Analysis: The approval of the Anglo-Teck merger and global EV sales slowdown highlight the enduring power of market forces over government industrial policy in Canada and abroad.
Trump Media Merges with Nuclear Fusion Company
Trump Media, parent of Truth Social, announces a strategic merger with a nuclear fusion firm. Explore the details and potential impact of this unexpected business move.
Warner Bros. Rejects Paramount Bid as 'Inferior' to Netflix Deal
Warner Bros. Discovery's board advises shareholders to reject Paramount's hostile takeover, citing 'inadequate' value and financing risks. The board unanimously backs the existing Netflix merger agreement.
Warner Bros. Discovery Rejects Paramount Bid
The board of Warner Bros. Discovery has formally rejected an unsolicited takeover bid from rival Paramount Global. The decision, announced on December 17, 2025, leaves the media giant's current strategic path intact.
Corcoran's BS Rating for 'Rogers v. Rogers' Theatre Play
Financial Post columnist Terence Corcoran reviews the new satirical play 'Rogers v. Rogers,' critiquing its portrayal of the telecom battle and the glorification of Canada's competition commissioner. Read his take.
Eby Calls $50B Teck-Anglo Merger 'Great News for B.C.'
B.C. Premier David Eby praises the historic $50-billion merger of Teck Resources and Anglo American, highlighting its significance for the province's mining sector and economy. Read the full details.
Canada approves Teck Resources and Anglo American merger
The Canadian government has given the green light to the merger of Teck Resources and Anglo American, a major consolidation in the global mining industry announced on December 16, 2025.
Netflix Buys Warner Bros. Discovery for $83 Billion
Streaming giant Netflix announces a landmark $83 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, gaining HBO Max and a vast film library. The deal reshapes the entertainment industry.
Comcast Bids to Merge NBCUniversal with Warner Bros.
Comcast Corp. has made a renewed offer to merge NBCUniversal with Warner Bros. Discovery, aiming to create an entertainment giant. The deal includes a management role for Warner CEO David Zaslav.
Australia bans children from YouTube accounts Dec 10
Australia will bar children from creating YouTube accounts starting December 10 in a major social media experiment. Learn what this means for digital youth access and online safety policies.
McIlroy: PGA-LIV Golf Merger 'Very Difficult'
Golf star Rory McIlroy calls LIV Golf's spending 'irrational' and expresses deep skepticism about a potential merger with the PGA Tour, citing fractured sports history.
Lawsuit: Social Media Hid Teen Mental Health Research
Major school districts and attorneys general sue Meta, TikTok, YouTube and Snapchat, alleging they concealed research showing harm to youth mental health. Learn the details.
Poll: Vancouver split on megacity, supports Langley merger
A new Research Co. poll reveals Metro Vancouver is evenly divided on creating a megacity, while showing strong 70% support for merging the Langleys. Discover the regional divides.
ISS Backs Anglo-Teck Merger Ahead of December Vote
Institutional Shareholder Services recommends investors approve the $50 billion Anglo American and Teck Resources merger. The deal, creating a global mining leader, faces a December 9th vote and regulatory hurdles.
Australia bans social media for children under 16
Australia implements landmark social media ban for children under 16, facing court challenges while prioritizing youth mental health and online safety. Learn about the global implications.
X Feature Reveals Foreign-Linked US Political Accounts
X's new transparency feature raises concerns about foreign influence in US politics as popular accounts show questionable origins. Discover the implications for digital democracy.
Ford merger plan risks Windsor-Essex flooding, development
ERCA chair warns merging conservation authorities could exacerbate flooding and delay development and farm projects in Windsor-Essex region. Learn about the local impacts.
BHP walks away from Anglo American takeover attempt
BHP withdraws from Anglo American acquisition, creating opportunity for Teck Resources merger. Canadian mining sector faces major restructuring as global giants reposition.
SWB Financial Lists on NYSE in $8.1B SPAC Deal
Financial services firm SWB announces landmark $8.1 billion SPAC deal to list on New York Stock Exchange, marking one of 2025's major financial market developments.
Malaysia bans social media for under-16s next year
Malaysia announces sweeping social media ban for children under 16 effective next year. Learn how this digital safety measure will impact youth access to online platforms.
Trump Urges Ellison to Revive Rush Hour Franchise
Donald Trump reportedly pressures Oracle CEO Larry Ellison to produce a new Rush Hour movie. Explore the political ties and Hollywood deals shaping this potential revival.
Senator Warren Challenges Media Consolidation on TV
Senator Elizabeth Warren condemns Skydance's $8.4B Paramount acquisition and potential Warner Bros. Discovery bid during Colbert interview, highlighting antitrust concerns.
Daily Mail in $654M Talks for Telegraph Buyout
The publisher of Britain's Daily Mail enters exclusive negotiations for a US$654 million acquisition of Telegraph Media Group, reshaping UK media landscape. Read the full story.
Glass Lewis Backs Teck-Anglo Mining Merger
Shareholder advisory firm Glass Lewis recommends approval of the Teck-Anglo merger, creating a US$50B mining giant. The deal awaits regulatory approval and a December 9 shareholder vote.
Joly's Intervention Threatens Anglo-Teck Mine Merger
Canada's Industry Minister Mélanie Joly threatens the $70B Teck-Anglo American merger, demanding more Canadian control. Teck shares fell 10% on the news.
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