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☆ I'm Gen Z and my parents help me financially. My dad says it's a loan against my inheritance.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-15 | by ( Katie Kasperson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

When I moved to the "Big Smoke," my mom and dad offered to send me $1,000 every month, mainly to help with rent. Related storiesWithout my parents' help, I'd just about be breaking even, living paycheck-to-paycheck — which many people are forced to do. AdvertisementI feel bad about taking my parents' money, especially when I can technically afford to live without it. My parents didn't receive much financial help during their 20s; their circumstances were different, as was the economy some 30 years ago. My dad suggested I think of their help as a loan — not one I'm borrowing from them, but one I'm borrowing from my future self, from my inheritance.

Persons: I'd, —, I'm, we're Organizations: Service, Business, Disney World Locations: London, New Jersey, —

☆ Disney Has a Problem: Kids Are Watching YouTube Instead of Disney+
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-15 | by ( Lucia Moses | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +12 min

Kids increasingly prefer to zone out for hours watching free short-form videos instead of full-length TV episodes and movies. In April, Nielsen estimated, kids 2 to 11 watched three times as much YouTube as Disney+ content. Kids watching Disney clips on YouTube may have no need for Disney+. 5 spot for kids' entertainment on YouTube in 2023, according to Tubular, a social video analytics company. Kids preferring short-form videos on YouTube over full-length episodes and movies is a problem that Disney doesn't seem to be able to solve.

Persons: Bob Iger, Bob Chapek's, Iger, Taylor Swift, Nelson Peltz, Disney, Alexia Raven, it's, Gen Alpha, —, Liz Huszarik, Nick Macknight, King, Aladdin, Justin Timberlake, Zendaya, Ariel, Bernstein, Discovery's Max, Florida's Gov, Ron DeSantis, Macknight, Lucia Moses Organizations: Disney, Epic Games, Investors, Disney Channel, Nielsen, YouTube, Warner Bros, Discovery, Media, Comcast, Paramount, Google, Netflix, Moonbug Entertainment, Disney's, Hulu, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Florida's, Pixar, Dallas, Business Locations: WarnerMedia, Dallas

☆ Hacker group claims it leaked internal Disney Slack messages
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-15 | by ( Ramishah Maruf | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

New York CNN —An activist hacking group claimed it leaked thousands of Disney’s internal messaging channels, which included information about unreleased projects, raw images computer codes and some logins. Nullbulge, the “hacktivist group,” claimed responsibility for the breach and said they leaked a gigantic, roughly 1.2 terabytes of information from Disney’s Slack, a communications software. In an email on Monday to CNN, the group claimed it gained access through “a man with Slack access who had cookies.” The email also claimed the group was based out of Russia. The hackers said they leaked the data because making demands of Disney would be futile. “If we said ‘Hello Disney, we have all your slack data’ they would instantly lock down and try to take us out.

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This page has everything you need to show you how to watch the Wimbledon final for free, wherever you are. It's pretty simple, really, thanks to the Wimbledon final live stream being broadcast on TV and online for free in the UK via the BBC. Watch Wimbledon online. How to watch Wimbledon final in the USAIf you don't already have a bunch of cable channels, the best option to watch Wimbledon for most people in the USA is ESPN+. Where to watch Wimbledon final in AustraliaThe most popular option is the free one on 9Now.

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☆ See the $10M New Orleans mansion with a grisly past that lured a potential new buyer in less than a day
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-13 | by ( Maria Noyen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

History, however, is why some say they wouldn't dream of living in one particular house in the heart of New Orleans' French Quarter. Later that day, the Zillow listing said the property, wnown as the LaLaurie Mansion, was already "pending sale," which broker Patrick Knudsen confirmed to Business Insider. Regions Bank scooped up the mansion for $2.3 million at auction before selling it to Whalen a year later. AdvertisementThe property has a dark history of torture and slaveryAs the Journal reported, the home was built to replace the original LaLaurie Mansion, which burned down in 1834. AdvertisementThe original LaLaurie Mansion was ransacked and destroyed when people found out the owner was torturing people inside.

Persons: —, Michael Whalen, Patrick Knudsen, Whalen, Nicolas Cage, Cage, Delphine LaLaurie Organizations: Service, Street, Business, Blum, Regions Bank, British, Post, New, University of New Locations: New Orleans, Houston, University of New Orleans

☆ Slowing Down Like Scarlett
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-13 | by ( David Leonhardt | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +2 min

With Melissa Kirsch — the regular writer of our Saturday newsletter — off today, we’re going to turn to another source for some life guidance: Scarlett Johansson. Despite all this, as Maureen explains, Johansson manages to carve out a surprising amount of normalcy in her life. “She goes to the supermarket,” Colin Jost, the Saturday Night Live star, who’s married to Johansson, said. As I read the profile, I was struck that Johansson also rejects modern normalcy in some important ways. Her large green eyes stay trained on me for nearly two hours, asking nearly as many questions as she fields.

Persons: Melissa Kirsch —, Scarlett Johansson, Maureen Dowd, Johansson, Maureen, Colin Jost, who’s, “ She’s, Read Organizations: Times, Disney Locations: New York, Central Park

☆ 'Barbie' and 'Doctor Who' star Ncuti Gatwa says he has to 'fight' to protect his mental and physical health
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-13 | by ( Ayomikun Adekaiyero | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewNcuti Gatwa has had a busy year between starring in "Barbie" and taking on the lead role in "Doctor Who." But with success comes pressure, and the actor told Business Insider he has to "fight" to protect his physical and mental health as his star continues to rise. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Last winter, Gatwa took the reigns as the new lead of "Doctor Who," the longest-running sci-fi series of all time. Ncuti Gatwa plays the 15th Doctor on "Doctor Who."

Persons: —, Who, David Harbour, Jonathan Bailey, Jenna Ortega, Gatwa, Eric Effiong, Ken, Ryan Gosling, Barbie, Ncuti Gatwa, David Copperfield, I've, he's, Kens, Gosling, Greta Gerwig, Greta, Margaret Organizations: Service, Netflix, Business, BBC

☆ Why David Ellison should think twice about abandoning Paramount+ once the Skydance merger goes through
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-12 | by ( James Faris | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewParamount's flagship streaming service gets less attention and respect than it deserves — including, perhaps, from its new owners. Skydance, led by aspiring media mogul David Ellison, publicly unveiled its plan to invest billions into the so-called "New Paramount." Those lines likely have employees in Paramount's streaming division shaking in their shoes. It certainly sounds like Skydance is keen on trimming spending on the service or shacking it up with another streaming service like Warner Bros. Paramount's streamer had the highest share of subscriptions added in the first quarter in the US, according to data from Antenna.

Persons: —, Skydance, David Ellison, Ellison, Discovery's Max, Max, there's, Puck's Matthew Belloni Organizations: Service, Paramount, CBS, Nickelodeon, Business, Warner Bros, Netflix, Amazon Prime Locations: Canada, Mexico, Australia, Europe, Latin America, South America

☆ Democratic megadonor Ron Conway took his concerns about Biden directly to Pelosi
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-12 | by ( Brian Schwartz | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Venture capitalist and Democratic megadonor Ron Conway has spoken directly with former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi about President Joe Biden's disastrous debate performance, according to three people familiar with the matter. Representatives for both Pelosi and Conway did not deny that the California Democrat and unofficial dean of the House Democratic caucus had spoken to Conway about Biden. "Like many others, since the debate Ron has had many conversations with Democratic party leaders and other major donors about the best path forward for victory. He's given over $400,000 to the Biden Victory Fund throughout the 2024 election cycle, according to Federal Election Commission records. Conway gave over $200,000 to the Nancy Pelosi Victory Fund during the 2022 congressional midterm elections, according to OpenSecrets.

Persons: Nancy Pelosi, Ron Conway, Joe Biden's, Conway, Donald Trump, Pelosi, Conway's, Biden, Ron, He's, Biden's, Kamala Harris, Trump, George Stephanopoulos, bundlers, Stewart Bainum Jr, he's, Abigail Disney, Disney Organizations: SV Angel, Conference, Venture, Democratic, CNBC, MSNBC, California Democrat, House Democratic, Trump, ABC News, Biden, Fund, Commission, House Democrats, Choice Locations: California, San Francisco , California, U.S, Silicon Valley, OpenSecrets, Chicago

☆ Ellen DeGeneres said she's 'done' with fame after her upcoming Netflix special. Here's a complete timeline of the backlash she's faced since 2020.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-12 | by ( Olivia Singh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +32 min

Read previewThe talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has long been considered a beloved celebrity for her friendly and funny public demeanor. "Maybe I'm being naive, but I expected them to welcome me with confetti: Welcome to 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show'!" Next thing we know, we literally hear Steve Jobs pick up and say, 'Hi, Ellen' … Ellen told him the iPhone should have a bigger font," the producer said. I have been getting calls asking me about the Ellen Degeneres Show and I would like to address the time I spent there. AdvertisementPaytas appeared on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" in 2010 when she was 22 years old to showcase her speed-reading talent during an audience talent segment.

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☆ What we can expect from 'Captain America 4: Brave New World'
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-12 | by ( Olivia Singh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Julius Onah will direct the fourth Cap film, "Captain America: Brave New World" (previously titled "New World Order"). AdvertisementAnthony Mackie will be joined by familiar faces from the MCU and new additionsMackie, Carl Lumbly, and Danny Ramirez star in "Captain America: Brave New World, directed by Julius Onah. AdvertisementGiancarlo Esposito will make his MCU debut as a villainGiancarlo Esposito plays a mysterious, villainous character in "Captain America: Brave New World." 'Captain America: Brave New World' is set for release on February 14, 2025Harrison Ford and Anthony Mackie costar in "Captain America: Brave New World." Then in May, The Hollywood Reporter said that "Brave New World" would undergo reshoots over the course of 22 days.

Persons: —, America, Anthony Mackie, Mackie, I've, Julius Onah, Carl Lumbly, Danny Ramirez, Corey Nickols, Isaiah Bradley, Joaquin Torres, Tim Blake Nelson, Samuel Sterns, He's, Liv Tyler, Betty Ross, Thaddeus Ross, Shira Haas, Sabra, Xosha Roquemore, Sebastian Stan, Bucky Barnes, Mackie's, he'll, Florence Pugh's Yelena Belova, David Harbour's, Wyatt Russell's, Anthony, Stan, Chris Evans, Steve Rogers, Variety, Chris, I'm, Sebastian, Wyatt, Harrison Ford, William Hurt, Ford, Ross, Sam Wilson, Kevin Feige, Tim Blake Nelson's, Stern, Bruce Banner's, Sam, Onah, Brandon Davis, Giancarlo Esposito, Esposito, he'd, Jesse Grant, Eli Adé, Marvel Studios Onah, Marvel, Matthew Orton, Hulk, Haas, Ruth Bat Organizations: Service, Disney, Marvel, Business, Guardian, Entertainment, Marvel Studios, America, Universal Pictures, ComicBook.com, Hollywood Reporter, Government Locations: Anaheim , California, United States, CCXP, Brazil, CinemaCon

☆ Proxy advisor backs activist Politan nominees in scathing Masimo report
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-12 | by ( Rohan Goswami | In Rohangoswamicnbc | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Proxy advisory firm Glass Lewis on Thursday recommended that shareholders of Masimo , the medical technology firm best known for its Apple Watch patent litigation, elect dissident Politan's two nominees, Bill Jellison and Darlene Solomon. Masimo's board includes Kiani, former Disney CEO Bob Chapek and Politan managing member Quentin Koffey, who overwhelmingly won the election last year. Glass Lewis tacitly endorsed that criticism in its report, writing that the company displayed "de minimus responsibility" and "poor governance." Alongside its larger peer Institutional Shareholder Services, though, Glass Lewis reports are considered highly important to passive investors. Glass Lewis responded to RTW with an offer to meet on July 8, shortly after Politan's allegations were publicized in an SEC filing.

Persons: Joe Kiani, Glass Lewis, Politan's, Bill Jellison, Darlene Solomon, Kiani, Bob Chapek, Quentin Koffey, Kiani —, Politan, Jellison, RTW, Christopher Chavez, RTW's Organizations: Enercare, Masimo, Apple Watch, CNBC, Disney, Services, ISS, Kiani, SEC Locations: Toronto, Canada, Solomon, Politan

☆ Tractor Supply warned climate change and a lack of diversity would hurt business. Now it’s ignoring those risks
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-11 | by ( Nathaniel Meyersohn | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

Hal Lawton, the chief executive of the Brentwood, Tennessee-based company, had said these initiatives “make great business sense for Tractor Supply.”But Tractor Supply has decided that all of those risks are now worth ignoring. By walking away from diversity and climate goals, Tractor Supply has become the latest corporate giant to retreat from progressive initiatives it once promoted, joining Bud Light, Target and others. Tractor Supply declined to comment on these statements. Tractor Supply’s customer base has historically been primarily older men, who lean Republican, but Tractor Supply has increasingly tried to draw Millennials and women, who tend to favor Democrats. Tractor Supply’s reversal could hurt it with these customers, who could be crucial as the company’s historic base ages out of the market.

Persons: Hal Lawton, Bud, ”, Nooshin Warren, “ They’re, ” John Boyd, Steve Helber, Robby Starbuck, “, It’s, ” Boyd, Donald Trump, Joe Biden, ” Lawton, ” Eric Bloem, George Floyd, Bill Ackman, Elon Musk, They’ve, Chick, Bud Light, Jeff Chiu, Bud Light’s, influencer Dylan Mulvaney, CNN’s Eva Rothenberg Organizations: New, New York CNN, Tractor Supply, Supply, Human Rights, Bud Light, University of Arizona, National Black Farmers Association, AP Tractor Supply, Human, Tennessee’s, Congressional District, ”, Black Farmers Association, CNN, “, Tractor, Republican, Pew, Democratic, Disney, Nike, Anheuser, Busch InBev, Target Locations: New York, Brentwood , Tennessee, United States, America, Minneapolis

☆ Opinion | The Strongest Case for Biden Is His Resilience in the Face of the Onslaught
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-11 | by ( Charles M. Blow | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

Joe Biden is still standing, refusing to bow out — he reiterated that once again in a lengthy and mostly successful news conference on Thursday night. Some may view it as selfish and irresponsible. Some may even see it as dangerous. But I see it as remarkable. Despite sending a clear message — in his recent flurry of interviews and rallies, in his stalwart address this week to members of the NATO alliance and in his letter on Monday to congressional Democrats, in which he assured them that “I wouldn’t be running again if I did not absolutely believe I was the best person to beat Donald Trump in 2024” — there’s still a slow drumbeat from luminaries, donors and elected officials trying to write Biden’s political obituary.

Persons: Joe Biden, —, Donald Trump, Ari Emanuel, Rahm Emanuel, Biden “, Stephen King, ” Abigail Disney, Walt Disney, “, Biden Organizations: NATO Locations: Japan

☆ Shelley Duvall, star of ‘The Shining,’ dead at 75
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-11 | by ( Lisa Respers France | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Shelley Duvall, best known for her roles in “The Shining” and several acclaimed Robert Altman films, has died, according to reports, citing a family spokesperson and her longtime partner. Duvall died in her sleep at their home in Blanco, Texas of complications of diabetes, Dan Gilroy, her life partner of more than 30 years, told The Hollywood Reporter. She returned to screens and in 2023 for the horror film “The Forrest Hills.”“I wanted to act again. And then this guy kept calling, and so I wound up doing it,” Duvall quipped in her interview with the Times. “If you ever do a horror film, other horror films are going to come to you, no matter what you do.”

Persons: CNN — Shelley Duvall, Robert Altman, Duvall, Dan Gilroy, ” Gilroy, Shelley, ”, Jack Nicholson, Robin Williams, Altman, “ Brewster, ” Shelley Duvall, Warner, Shutterstock Duvall, Hall ”, “ McCabe, Miller, Shelley Duvall, Williams, “, Phil, Walt, hadn’t, it’s, Gilroy, ” Duvall Organizations: CNN, Hollywood, Warner Bros, Hawk Films, ”, Cannes, Boca Raton, Walt Disney, Paramount, New York Times, Times Locations: Blanco , Texas, ”, Texas, Forrest

☆ Hollywood turns on Biden as major supporters and fundraisers call on him to withdraw from race
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-11 | by ( Oliver Darcy | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

New York CNN —Joe Biden is losing a particularly influential corner of support: Hollywood. “I love Joe Biden. “It’s devastating to say it, but the Joe Biden I was with three weeks ago at the fund-raiser was not the Joe ‘big F-ing deal’ Biden of 2010. He wasn’t even the Joe Biden of 2020. I’m told that the Biden campaign has actively been making phone calls to Hollywood supporters, working to maintain their support in this turbulent moment.

Persons: New York CNN — Joe Biden, George Clooney, Joe Biden, ” Clooney, he’s, ”, Joe ‘, ’ Biden, wasn’t, “ Joe Biden, Clooney, Biden, Rob Reiner, Donald Trump, Reed Hastings, Damon Lindelof, Biden “, Abigail Disney, Ari Emanuel, “ Donald Trump, ‘, ” Emanuel, “, I’m, won’t, ’ Organizations: New York CNN, Hollywood, New York Times, City of Angels, Democratic, CNN, Netflix, Trump, Democratic Party, Biden Locations: New York, Hollywood

☆ CBS News president Ingrid Ciprián-Matthews abruptly steps down amid Paramount merger
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-10 | by ( Oliver Darcy | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

New York CNN —Ingrid Ciprián-Matthews, a three-decade veteran of CBS News who ascended to the role of president in 2023, abruptly announced Wednesday that she will step down from her role as the news organization’s parent company prepares for a complex merger. But today, I have some news of my own to share,” Ciprián-Matthews announced in a memo to employees. The announcement also comes days after Paramount Global, the parent company of CBS News, accepted an offer from Hollywood production studio Skydance Media that will see the two companies merge. Following the merger, Skydance Media plans to install its own leadership team. When she took over as CBS News president, Ciprián-Matthews became the first Latina to hold the influential post at the network’s news division.

Persons: New York CNN — Ingrid Ciprián, Matthews, ” Ciprián, I’ve, ”, Tiffany, Wendy McMahon, Ciprián, I’m, “, ” “ Ingrid, ” McMahon, Neeraj Khemlani, Disney, Kim Godwin Organizations: New, New York CNN, CBS News, “, CBS, Paramount Global, Hollywood, Skydance Media, Ciprián, ABC News Locations: New York

☆ Here's the who's who of business moguls descending on Sun Valley in rural Idaho for a weeklong summer camp for billionaires
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-10 | by ( Hannah Getahun | Kwan Wei Kevin Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The Allen & Co. Sun Valley Conference draws the ultrawealthy to Idaho for a weeklong retreat. & Co. draws the ultrawealthy to Idaho for a weeklong retreat. The event allows business leaders to connect — and potentially strike some deals. AdvertisementInvestment firm Allen & Co.'s Sun Valley Conference is again drawing in the world's ultra-wealthy for a weeklong retreat in the idyllic Idaho wilderness from July 9 to July 13. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: Sam Altman, Shari Redstone, Bob Iger, — Organizations: Allen, Co, Sun Valley Conference, Disney, Service, Investment, Sun, Conference, Business Locations: Idaho

☆ Japan's next big tourist craze: Disney cruises
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-10 | by ( Shubhangi Goel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Tokyo Disneyland's owner, Oriental Land, will invest $2 billion to bring Disney cruises to Japan. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementTokyo Disneyland's owner is doubling down on the Disney magic with a new investment in cruises. Oriental Land, which owns and operates Disney Resorts in Tokyo, said on Tuesday it will invest $2 billion to launch Disney cruises in Japan.

Persons: — Organizations: Disney, Service, Disney Resorts, Walt Disney Company, Business Locations: Tokyo, Oriental, Japan

☆ Sun Valley: Welcome to the secret summer camp for billionaires
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-09 | by ( Allison Morrow | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

The vibe is trail-dad chic — think puffy Patagonia vests and Apple watches and stealth-wealth cashmere pullovers. Sun Valley is also widely believed to be the place where Jeff Bezos decided to buy The Washington Post, and the site of the meet-cute between Comcast and NBC Universal. There are also some notably absent names from the guest list this year. Bob Iger, CEO of Disney and one of the most recognizable business leaders on the planet, wore a name tag and aviators at last year's Sun Valley summit. Questions about President Joe Biden’s ability to campaign have wealthy donors and Democratic officials in a tizzy.

Persons: ”, Jeff Bezos, Warren Buffett, Sam Altman, Bob Iger, Tim Cook, Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg, Google’s Sundar Pichai, Rupert Murdoch, Oprah Winfrey, David Zaslav, Zaslav, Kevin Dietsch, There’s Buffett, Greg Abel, Buffett, Astrid, Elon Musk, Joe Biden’s, Gretchen Whitmer, Josh Shapiro, Wes Moore, Biden, it’s, Hamilton Nolan Organizations: New, New York CNN, Friedman, Allen & Company, Washington Post, Comcast, NBC Universal, Idaho Mountain Express, Disney, Warner Bros, Bloomberg, Variety, Discovery, Paramount, Democratic Locations: New York, Hailey , Idaho, Sun Valley , Idaho, Idaho, America, Sun

Billionaires and business moguls are touching down in Sun Valley for the Allen & Company conference. The annual event, known as 'summer camp for billionaires,' draws the biggest names in tech and media. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementThe annual cacophony over Sun Valley, Idaho, has officially begun as billionaires and business moguls descend to coopt the small town — population: 1,783 — for the annual Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference.

Persons: —, Jeff Bezos Organizations: Allen & Company, Service, Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference, Washington Post, ABC, Disney Locations: Sun Valley, Sun Valley , Idaho, Sun

☆ Meet the motorcycle-riding, dog-loving 'Bachelorette' star Sam M., who just nabbed Jenn's first impression rose
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-09 | by ( Olivia Singh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewWarning: Spoilers ahead for the season 21 premiere of "The Bachelorette." At the end of the night, Jenn gave him the first impression rose. Related storiesPrior to "The Bachelorette," Sam was single for almost a year. Jenn gave Sam her first impression rose after feeling an 'undeniable connection'"The Bachelorette" star Jenn Tran and contestant Sam M. on the season 21 premiere. New episodes of season 21 of "The Bachelorette" premiere on Mondays on ABC and stream the next day on Hulu.

Persons: —, Jenn Tran's, Sam McKinney, Jenn, Sam M, Sam, Jenn Tran, John Fleenor, Disney Sam doesn't Organizations: Service, Business, Myrtle Beach , South Carolina Sam, Socastee High School, Wofford College, Disney, ABC Locations: Myrtle Beach , South Carolina, Hulu

☆ Biden didn't show up for an early evening meeting with the German chancellor because he had to go to bed: report
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-09 | by ( Hannah Abraham | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewPresident Joe Biden canceled an early evening meeting with the German chancellor Olaf Scholz at the last minute because he had to go to bed, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. According to the report, the chancellor and his aides were surprised by Biden's absence and Blinken's appearance. Related storiesThe Journal report said that the White House has consistently reduced Biden's daily schedule and shielded him from impromptu meetings. AdvertisementBoth CNN and The New York Times have reported that Biden told governors he needed to get more sleep and stop holding events after 8 p.m. The White House has not responded to these claims.

Persons: —, Joe Biden, Olaf Scholz, Antony Blinken, Biden, Axios, Donald Trump, ABC's George Stephanopolous, Abigail Disney, Walt Disney's grandniece Organizations: Service, Wall Street, Business, State Department, White, CNN, The New York Times, Democratic, Senate Foreign Relations, Trump, Alliance, Biden Locations: Germany, Ukraine, China, Russia, Washington

☆ Hollywood theater owners are worried a Paramount-Skydance merger will usher in too much consolidation
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-08 | by ( Sarah Whitten | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

More consolidation, more problems — that's the latest fear gripping the theatrical industry. After a monthslong negotiation process, Paramount and Skydance have struck a merger agreement. Namely, that continued consolidation in the industry will exacerbate production woes that have led to fewer film releases in recent years. Skydance founder David Ellison during an investor call Monday touted that Paramount and Skydance have produced 30 feature films together. However, each company has other producing partners, and it is unclear how this merger could affect production going forward.

Persons: —, Michael O'Leary, David Ellison, Shawn Robbins, Paul Dergarabedian Organizations: Paramount, National Association of Theatre Owners, NATO, Disney, Century Fox

☆ Media, tech titans head for Sun Valley with streaming alliances top of mind
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-08 | by ( Lillian Rizzo | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

In past years, media companies chased high subscriber numbers in an attempt to best each other. Nathaniel S. Butler | National Basketball Association | Getty ImagesWith the NBA's media rights negotiations still ongoing, sports will remain a topic of conversation at this year's gathering. League commissioners, especially the NFL's Roger Goodell, are often attendees of the Sun Valley conference. Discovery has been weighing whether to match a competing offer for the media rights as the league looks to finalize smaller package deals. Sports remain the glue holding the traditional pay-TV bundle together, and has proven invaluable for streaming services, too.

Persons: Drew Angerer, Discovery's David Zaslav, Bob Iger, Dana Walden, Alan Bergman, Josh D'Amaro, Hugh Johnston, Ted Sarandos, Greg Peters, Andy Jassy, Jeff Bezos, Tim Cook, it's, Shari Redstone, Neil Begley, Redstone, David A, Barry Diller —, Paramount —, Jeff Shell, Max, Jonathan Miller, Begley, Sun, Mark Boidman, Dwyane Wade, Nathaniel S, Butler, Roger Goodell, Miller, Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Andrew Harnik Organizations: Getty Images Media, titans, Allen, Co, Warner Bros, Netflix, Apple, Amusements, Paramount Global, Paramount, Moody's Investors Services, Co . Media, Technology Conference, Grogan, CNBC, Media, Shell, Disney, Hulu, ESPN, Fox Corp, Integrated Media, Hollywood, Solomon Partners, Sports, NBA, National Basketball Association, Getty, League, Sun, NFL, YouTube, Amazon Locations: Sun Valley , Idaho, Sun, Idaho, Atlanta

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