Comcast’s Sky in Talks to Acquire U.K. TV Giant ITV’s Media Unit in Deal Valuing It at $2.1 Billion
The ITV Studios production arm would not be part of the possible transaction. Source: Comcast’s Sky in Talks to Acquire ITV Media Unit
Ukrainians would like to watch comedies – but for now their culture is defined by war
At the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022, as society mobilised to defend itself, Ukraine had little capacity for culture. Venues were closed or repurposed, some were attacked, and artists became refugees or soldiers.Almost four years on, the arts … Continued
UK union accuses GTA maker Rockstar Games of firing employees attempting to organise
According to The Independent Workers’ Union of Great Britain, the developer fired more than 30 staff last week for being members of a union-affiliated Discord channel. Source: UK union accuses GTA maker Rockstar Games of firing employees attempting to organise … Continued
Metro stations, country homes and a picnic shelter: Australia’s 2025 National Architecture award winners – in pictures
More than 40 projects were recognised in the national awards, identifying contemporary designs that offer solutions to critical national issues, including housing shortages, affordability and the climate crisis… Source: Metro stations, country homes and a picnic shelter: Australia’s 2025 National … Continued
Lee Tamahori, director of Once Were Warriors and James Bond movie Die Another Day, dies aged 75
New Zealand film-maker became a Hollywood fixture in the 90s and 00s, including making Pierce Brosnan’s last 007 movie, before returning to his home country. Source: Lee Tamahori, director of Once Were Warriors and James Bond movie Die Another Day, … Continued
BBC ‘100% fake news’, says Donald Trump’s press secretary
Donald Trump’s press secretary has described the BBC as “100% fake news” and a “propaganda machine” in an outspoken interview that comes after allegations of bias at the broadcaster. Source: BBC ‘100% fake news’, says Donald Trump’s press secretary | … Continued