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Disney Bullish on Streaming After Upbeat Quarter

Disney spent a bulk of its earnings call Wednesday talking about the announcement of a new theme park resort opening in Abu Dhabi, but streaming continued to generate momentum as the House of Mouse gets ready for a big test with ESPN going direct-to-consumer in the fall.

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Weir On the Art of Paramount’s Hitmaking

Paramount Global’s made plenty of headlines over its pending Skydance merger as well as a “60 Minutes” interview with Kamala Harris. So you might not have noticed the steady stream of hits it’s delivering.

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Mom’s the Word at Hallmark Channel

When it comes to reality TV, motherhood is often portrayed in a harsh or under-respected light.

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Scripps Isn’t Stopping Women’s Sports Investment

Scripps Sports may already have the NWSL and WNBA in its portfolio, but that doesn’t mean the company isn’t continuing to bolster its women’s sports offerings.

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MLS, Apple TV+ Go Behind the Scenes in ‘Onside’

Apple and Major League Soccer signaled turning points when they signed a 10-year rights deal through 2032.

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New York Minute: YES, Comcast Spar Over Carriage Standstill

Carriage negotiations involving YES Network and Comcast were the talk of NYC over the weekend, and the battle over a new deal has grabbed the attention of some big names beyond the five boroughs.

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UFL Kicks Off Second Season

Year two of the United Football League got underway this weekend in a sign that maybe spring football has a place in the sports ecosystem after all.

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What We’re Reading: ‘What She’s Hiding’

What happens when a former Court TV and Comedy Central exec writes a thriller? A pretty good mystery with legal doings intertwined with steady, dry wit.

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