Disney weighs several thousand layoffs as managers told to cut costs by up to 20%
The cost-cutting push, reported ahead of Disney's November 17 earnings, would be the latest in a year of reductions under new leadership.
CNBC · +15 outlets
Virgin Media O2 to cut thousands of jobs under plan targeting 800 million pounds in savings
The UK telecom and media group is preparing a new strategic plan to simplify the business as it seeks 800 million pounds in cost savings.
The Guardian · +13 outlets
Midterm exit polls show Trump at 38% approval, lowest for a president in a midterm
The early CBS News exit poll figure is the lowest for a president in a midterm since tracking began in 2006.
Mediaite · +9 outlets
BAFTA unveils 2026 Breakthrough UK cohort of 21 rising creatives, backed by Netflix
Now in its 13th year, the Netflix-supported talent program spotlights emerging UK creatives across film, television and games.
Variety · +4 outlets
WWE and Disney expand partnership with two-day takeover of ESPN Wide World of Sports
The event features the John Cena Classic and a Marvel Studios 'Avengers: Doomsday'-themed Worlds Collide, deepening WWE's ties with Disney's sports and entertai
Barrett Media · +13 outlets
Netflix adds AI-driven 'AI Discover' recommendation tab to its TV app
The feature starts with a subset of US subscribers watching in English on supported TVs, building on Netflix's earlier recommendation efforts.
Thewrap · +14 outlets
Snap settles with two teens during trial over claims social media caused depression and eating disorders
The mid-trial settlement avoids a verdict in one of the first cases testing social media harm claims.
Firstpost · +14 outlets
Roku beats on Q3, advertising revenue up 23%, offers no guidance ahead of Fox deal
The streaming platform's ad business grew even as it withheld guidance pending its deal with Fox.
Benzinga · +5 outlets
Reddit argues Australia's social media ban is 'ill-thought-out' in high court challenge
The platform is contesting the law that bars younger teens from social media.
The Guardian · +12 outlets
James Wan and Jason Blum rename merged horror business Blumhouse Atomic
Blumhouse and Atomic Monster will continue as distinct labels under the new umbrella name.
Thewrap · +3 outlets
Meta settles teen's social media harm claims
The settlement addresses allegations that social platforms contributed to harm to minors.
Movieguide · +14 outlets
Trump lashes out at Fox News host Jessica Tarlov, says he is turning the channel off
The president attacked 'The Five' co-host on Truth Social during election-night coverage but said he would be back.
Mediaite · +8 outlets
Cinemark posts sharply higher Q3 results amid a Hollywood box office rebound
The exhibitor's gains came as the wider theatrical market showed renewed strength.
The Hollywood Reporter · +1 outlets
Publishers push back on Meta's AI scraping terms but say they cannot quit Facebook
The dispute tests publishers' leverage over a platform they still depend on for distribution.
Digiday · +14 outlets
'The One About Matthew Perry' tops Netflix English TV chart with 9.5 million views
The three-part documentary led Netflix's English-language rankings as 'Lupin' Part 4 topped all series.
Thewrap · +6 outlets
Netflix orders YA drama 'Prep' from Nicole Taylor based on Curtis Sittenfeld novel
The straight-to-series coming-of-age adaptation follows scholarship student Lee Fiora at an elite boarding school.
Variety · +6 outlets
Australian box office crosses $1 billion for the first time since 2019
The milestone reflects audiences returning to cinemas after years of post-pandemic weakness.
IF Magazine
Versant earnings beat expectations as digital platforms drive growth
The media group's Q3 results topped forecasts, and its shares rose as the EPS beat offset in-line revenue.
CNBC