Democrats Win Control of House and Senate in 2026 Midterm Rout of GOP
Democrats flipped both chambers in a backlash election to President Trump, a result that will reshape the political backdrop for the entertainment industry.
Variety · +14 outlets
Xavier Becerra Elected California Governor, First Latino to Win the Office
The Democratic former attorney general defeated Republican Steve Hilton in a state whose policies heavily affect Hollywood production.
Deadline · +14 outlets
Karen Bass and Nithya Raman in Dead Heat as L.A. Mayor Vote Counting Continues
The Democrat-versus-Democrat race for Los Angeles mayor may not be called for days, with the outcome relevant to the city's entertainment industry.
Deadline · +13 outlets
Texas Turns Blue: James Talarico Wins Senate Seat, Gina Hinojosa Projected Governor
The wins broke Democrats' 36-year statewide losing streak in the conservative stronghold.
The Hollywood Reporter · +14 outlets
Paramount+ Drama Slate Options Weighed Post-Merger, Including HBO Moves
A month into Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, Skydance is sorting out oversight of its direct-to-consumer content operations.
Deadline · +2 outlets
Weta FX and Taiwan's TAICCA Partner to Build AI Screen Production Hub in Asia
The Lord of the Rings and Avatar visual effects house is betting on Taiwan as a regional center for AI-driven production.
Variety · +2 outlets
CISAC Reports Record Global Creator Royalties, Warns AI Poses Biggest Test
Digital now generates 45.6% of publishing royalties, while the collecting society body flags AI as the sector's largest looming challenge.
Billboard · +1 outlets
Hollywood Reacts as Democrats Post Midterm Wins, Kimmel and Others Celebrate
Late-night hosts and A-list celebrities weighed in on the blue wave, underscoring the industry's partisan alignment.
The Hollywood Reporter · +6 outlets
NBCUniversal and Hornbill Capital Co-Lead $80M Round in India's Story TV
The Bengaluru-based EloElo Group, parent of microdrama platform Story TV, drew backing from NBCUniversal and MIT Investment Co.
Variety · +10 outlets
Keisha Lance Bottoms Becomes First Black Woman Elected Governor in Georgia
The win was Georgia's first Democratic governorship in more than two decades.
Rolling Stone · +13 outlets
Netflix Launches AI Discover Feature to Help Users Find What to Watch
The function rolled out to select U.S. users as streaming platforms increasingly deploy AI for discovery.
Indiewire · +13 outlets
Australian Consumer Group Blasts Ticketmaster and Ticketek for 'Fleecing Fans'
CHOICE's Shonky Awards highlighted ticketing practices, and both companies have responded.
Billboard · +1 outlets
Shah Rukh Khan's 'King' to Get International Release via Phars Film on Dec. 24
The Siddarth Anand-directed film opens day-and-date with its India release, where Pen Marudhar holds distribution rights.
Deadline · +8 outlets
'Resident Evil' Lands on Digital After Historic $400M Box Office Run
Zach Cregger's adaptation set a franchise record before moving to streaming.
IGN · +4 outlets
Chris Pappas Becomes First Openly Gay Man Elected to the U.S. Senate
The result was among several history-making outcomes in the 2026 midterms.
The Hollywood Reporter · +13 outlets
'King' Secures Rs 665 Crore in Pre-Release Deals Ahead of Release
Shah Rukh Khan's most expensive film has locked in major pre-sales, with analysts tracking how much it must earn to be profitable.
The Times of India · +8 outlets
Kathy Hochul's New York Win Assures Continued Hollywood Production Home
The pro-entertainment governor's reelection preserves New York's production incentives for the industry.
The Hollywood Reporter · +1 outlets
BAFTA Unveils 2026 Breakthrough U.K. Cohort of 21 Emerging Creatives
The Netflix-supported talent program, in its 13th year, named honorees including Ella Bruccoleri and filmmaker Imran Perretta.
Variety · +2 outlets