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Republican State Attorneys General Join Federal Lawsuit to Block Nexstar-Tegna $6.2B Merger
Five additional states challenge massive television station consolidation that would create dominant local news powerhouse.
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Republican Attorneys General Join Federal Lawsuit to Block $6.2B TV Station Merger
Five additional states join antitrust lawsuit aimed at stopping massive Nexstar-Tegna media consolidation deal.
BusinessUSDA Crop Estimates Miss by 4.5 Million Acres as Data Reliability Questioned
Agriculture Department admits corn acreage was significantly undercounted last year due to lack of survey responses, raising concerns about accuracy of government agricultural data.
BusinessIran's Supreme Leader Vows Nuclear Protection as Energy Prices Hit 4-Year High
Ayatollah warns Trump's naval blockade is 'doomed to fail' as oil prices soar amid ongoing standoff over critical Strait of Hormuz shipping route.
BusinessGas Prices Surge to $4.23 Per Gallon as Iran War Disrupts Energy Markets
Fuel costs hit new 2026 high as ongoing Middle East conflict continues to threaten global oil supplies.
BusinessUber Expands Into Hotel Bookings as CEO Pushes 'App for Everything' Strategy
The ride-sharing giant will soon allow users to book hotels and vacation rentals directly through its platform as it seeks to become a comprehensive travel service.
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Gas Prices Hit $4.23 Per Gallon as Iran War Stalemate Pushes Costs to 4-Year High
U.S. drivers face highest fuel costs since 2022 as ongoing Middle East conflict disrupts global oil markets ahead of summer travel season.
BusinessFCC Orders Disney TV Stations to File Early License Renewals Over DEI Policy Concerns
The Federal Communications Commission has directed Disney's eight owned-and-operated television stations to submit broadcast license renewals years ahead of schedule, citing questions about diversity policies.
BusinessWarner Bros. Shareholders Approve Paramount Skydance Merger in Multibillion-Dollar Deal
The approval clears a major hurdle for the entertainment industry consolidation, though the complex merger still faces additional regulatory reviews.
BusinessBudget Airlines Seek $2.5 Billion Bailout as Fuel Costs Skyrocket
Industry trade group requests federal assistance to offset dramatic jump in jet fuel prices since U.S.-Israeli attacks against Iran began.
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Warner Bros. Shareholders Approve Massive Paramount Skydance Merger
Multibillion-dollar entertainment deal clears major hurdle as investors back industry consolidation.
BusinessSpotify Partners with Peloton to Launch Global Fitness Content Hub
Strategic collaboration opens new revenue streams for streaming giant while expanding Peloton's reach beyond its hardware ecosystem.
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Warner Bros. Shareholders Approve Landmark Paramount Skydance Merger
Massive entertainment industry consolidation clears major hurdle as stockholders back multibillion-dollar acquisition deal.
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Warner Bros. Shareholders Approve Paramount Skydance Merger
Stockholder vote clears another major hurdle for the multibillion-dollar entertainment industry consolidation deal.
BusinessKamala Harris to Blame Both Parties for Economic Failures at Democratic Dinner
Former Vice President expected to call for 'revival of the American dream' while criticizing failed policies across party lines.
BusinessPolymarket Seeks Regulatory Redemption Through Insider Trading Case
The prediction market platform attempts to demonstrate compliance capabilities as a U.S. soldier faces charges for trading on classified information about Venezuela operations.
BusinessTrump to Attend First White House Correspondents' Dinner as President
Commander-in-chief will face journalists he routinely berates and threatens in unprecedented appearance at annual media gathering.
BusinessJetBlue Accused of Using Private Customer Data to Set Ticket Prices Without Consent
Airline allegedly collected internet browsing history and personal information to implement discriminatory pricing strategies, lawsuit claims.
BusinessPatriots Coach Mike Vrabel to Miss NFL Draft for Counseling Following Media Scandal
New England head coach announces he will seek professional counseling this weekend after photos emerge showing him with former NFL reporter Dianna Russini.
BusinessWarner Bros. Discovery Shareholders Approve Paramount Skydance Merger
Landmark entertainment industry deal clears another hurdle as shareholders vote to approve multibillion-dollar acquisition.
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Warner Bros. Discovery Shareholders Approve Landmark Paramount Skydance Merger
Media giants clear major hurdle in multibillion-dollar deal that will reshape Hollywood's streaming and entertainment landscape.
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Patriots Coach Mike Vrabel to Miss Draft for Counseling After Russini Scandal
New England's head coach will undergo counseling and skip portions of the NFL Draft following emergence of photos with former reporter Dianna Russini.
BusinessSpirit Airlines Nears $500 Million Rescue Deal with Trump Administration
Discount carrier seeks government bailout after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy twice in under a year amid industry-wide financial pressures.
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Trump Administration Negotiates $500 Million Spirit Airlines Bailout
The struggling discount carrier, in its second bankruptcy in two years, is in advanced talks with the government for a rescue package.
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Apple Names John Ternus as New CEO as Tim Cook Transitions to Chairman
The tech giant announces leadership succession with Ternus taking over September 1st after Cook's 15-year tenure leading the world's most valuable company.
BusinessFBI Director Kash Patel Sues The Atlantic for $250 Million Over Drinking Allegations
The lawsuit challenges a magazine report alleging excessive drinking and frequent absences from bureau duties during his tenure as director.
BusinessApple Names John Ternus as New CEO, Tim Cook Transitions to Executive Chairman
The tech giant's hardware chief will take over from Cook on September 1st, ending Cook's 15-year tenure as the company's leader.
BusinessThe Onion Relaunches InfoWars Amid Ongoing Legal Battle with Alex Jones
Satirical news outlet moves forward with controversial acquisition as court fights continue over InfoWars' bankruptcy and asset sale.
BusinessKash Patel Sues The Atlantic for $250 Million Over FBI Leadership Claims
The FBI director alleges defamation over article reporting excessive drinking and workplace absences. The lawsuit represents the latest clash between Trump administration officials and news media.
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The Onion Moves Closer to Taking Over Infowars as Legal Battle Continues
The satirical news organization is one step closer to acquiring Alex Jones' conspiracy theory platform amid ongoing legal wrangling over the controversial purchase.
