Hollywood Actors Poised to Strike After Union Negotiations Fail
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Hollywood Actors Poised to Strike After Union Negotiations Fail
Hollywood Actors , Poised to Strike , After Union Negotiations Fail.
NBC reports that thousands of Hollywood
actors could go on strike as early as July 13.
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The news comes after the actors' labor guild and
a trade group representing major film and television
studios failed to make a deal on a new contract.
On July 13, the Screen Actors Guild-American
Federation of Television and Radio Artists
(SAG-AFTRA) will hold a vote on striking.
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SAG-AFTRAâs Television/Theatrical/
Streaming contracts have expired
without a successor agreement, SAG-AFTRA statement, via NBC.
NBC reports that the guild is looking to secure
a contract with higher base compensation and
safeguards regarding the use of artificial intelligence.
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According to SAG, despite four weeks of negotiation,
the trade association representing Disney
and Netflix, among other major studios, , âremains unwilling to offer a fair deal on the key
issues that are essential to SAG-AFTRA members.â.
The AMPTPâs responses to the unionâs
most important proposals have been
insulting and disrespectful of our
massive contributions to this industry, Fran Drescher, SAG-AFTRA President, via NBC.
NBC reports that the strike would impact
both film and television productions.
Two months after the Writers Guild of America went
on strike, many television productions have been halted
and numerous high-profile films have been delayed.
NBC reports that a strike by actors is likely
to exacerbate the problems facing the industry,
with many other productions forced to go dark.
In a groundbreaking legal move, Amal Clooney, the renowned human rights lawyer and wife of Hollywood star George Clooney, played a crucial role in helping the International Criminal Court (ICC) prepare arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, as well as three senior Hamas leaders. This unprecedented action has sparked significant controversy and debate in both Israel and the United States. Watch as we delve into the details of Clooney's involvement and the implications of these ICC warrants.
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Sean Combs Apologizes , for 'Inexcusable' 2016 , Hotel Security Video.
On May 19, Sean "Diddy" Combs issued
an apology after a 2016 video surfaced
of him abusing his ex-girlfriend Cassie. .
NBC reports that the video appears to match
the description of an incident that was detailed
in a lawsuit that has since been settled.
In a video statement released on Instagram, Combs said his , "behavior on that video is inexcusable.".
Itâs so difficult to reflect
on the darkest times in
your life, but sometimes
you got to do that. I was
f---ed up â I mean, I hit rock
bottom â but I make no excuses, Sean Combs, via Instagram.
Itâs so difficult to reflect
on the darkest times in
your life, but sometimes
you got to do that. I was
f---ed up â I mean, I hit rock
bottom â but I make no excuses, Sean Combs, via Instagram.
My behavior on that video
is inexcusable. I take full
responsibility for my actions
in that video. I'm disgusted.
I was disgusted then when
I did it. Iâm disgusted now, Sean Combs, via Instagram.
My behavior on that video
is inexcusable. I take full
responsibility for my actions
in that video. I'm disgusted.
I was disgusted then when
I did it. Iâm disgusted now, Sean Combs, via Instagram.
In November, Combs' ex-girlfriend
Casandra Ventura alleged in a federal lawsuit
that Combs raped and physically abused her. .
In November, Combs' ex-girlfriend
Casandra Ventura alleged in a federal lawsuit
that Combs raped and physically abused her. .
At the time, Combs denied the accusations
and stressed that the settlement was
in "no way" an admission of guilt.
The lawsuit included allegations that Combs
attacked her in a hotel, which would appear to
be supported by the 2016 video released by CNN. .
The video was reportedly captured
in a hotel hallway in March 2016 and
includes multiple angles of the incident. .
Combs is currently the subject of a federal investigation
and a number of civil lawsuits, which include accusations
of sexual assault, trafficking and other criminal activities
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Red Lobster Says , Locations Will Stay Open , After Filing For Bankruptcy.
On May 19, Red Lobster confirmed in
a statement that the company has filed for
voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Florida. .
NBC reports that the largest seafood chain in
the United States said that filing for Chapter 11 will , "drive operational improvements, simplify the business
through a reduction in locations, and pursue a sale
of substantially all of its assets as a going concern.".
In a so-called stalking horse arrangement, Red Lobster
will sell the entire business to a new entity that is
completely owned and controlled by lenders. .
According to the company, lenders have
provided $100 million in financial commitments
to fund the chain's ongoing operations.
According to the company, lenders have
provided $100 million in financial commitments
to fund the chain's ongoing operations.
NBC reports that the company's bankruptcy
petition lists Red Lobster's assets at a value
between $1 billion and $10 billion.
The chain stressed that despite closing around
99 locations across the U.S., remaining locations
will remain open during the bankruptcy process.
The company added that it has been , "working with vendors to ensure
that operations are unaffected.".
This restructuring is the best path
forward for Red Lobster. It allows
us to address several financial and
operational challenges and emerge
stronger and re-focused on our growth, Jonathan Tibus, Red Lobster CEO, via NBC.
The 56-year-old chain was founded back in 1968.
By 2019, Red Lobster had expanded to include
nearly 700 locations across the country.
NBC reports that the company has struggled
under a growing debt load after failing to regain
a foothold following the COVID-19 pandemic.
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New Analysis Suggests , Long-Term Effectiveness , for Wegovy Users .
NBC reports that patients taking
Novo Nordisk's obesity treatment maintain
an average of 10% weight loss over four years.
The news potentially boosts the
drugmaker's push for Wegovy to be
covered by insurers and governments. .
The company submitted long-term
findings at the European Congress
on Obesity in Venice, Italy. .
This is the longest study
weâve conducted so far of
semaglutide for weight loss, Martin Holst Lange, Novoâs head of development, via NBC.
We see that once the majority
of the weight loss is accrued,
you donât go back and start
to increase in weight
if you stay on the drug, Martin Holst Lange, Novoâs head of development, via NBC.
According to another analysis published by
the drugmaker, approximately 17% of trial participants stopped using the treatment
due to side effects like nausea. .
The costly treatment ranges from $200
to nearly $2,000 per month in the ten
countries where the drug is available.
NBC reports that Novo Nordisk was the
first drugmaker to market GLP-1 agonists,
originally developed as a diabetes treatment,
to address record high obesity rates.
NBC reports that Novo Nordisk was the
first drugmaker to market GLP-1 agonists,
originally developed as a diabetes treatment,
to address record high obesity rates.
Rival Eli Lilly launched its drug
Zepbound in the United States
in December of 2023. .
Neither drugmaker has managed
to produce enough of the
treatment to meet surging demand
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Red Lobster Announces, Nearly 100 Locations , Will Be Shut Down.
NBC reports that approximately 99 Red Lobster locations
will be auctioned off as the seafood chain faces
questions regarding the company's long-term future.
Founder and CEO of the liquidation firm TAGeX Brands,
Neal Sherman, said he would lead the closure of over
50 locations in a May 13 LinkedIn post.
Sherman said equipment from the
locations will be auctioned off.
Locations will reportedly be closed across
the United States, including Denver,
Indianapolis, California and New York.
On May 14, Restaurant Business Magazine reported
a total of 99 locations would close, representing
about 15% of the company's 700 locations. .
NBC reports that the largest seafood
restaurant in the U.S. has struggled with debt,
unfavorable leases and executive turnover.
The chain's troubles also stem from ill-advised
strategies like an all-you-can-eat-shrimp promotion
in 2023 that resulted in a significant loss.
Earlier in 2024, the chain's largest investor,
Thai Union, announced that it would
seek to exit its position. .
The combination of Covid-19 pandemic,
sustained industry headwinds, higher
interest rates and rising material and
labor costs have impacted Red Lobster,
resulting in prolonged negative
financial contributions to
Thai Union and its shareholders, Thiraphong Chansiri, Thai Union Groupâs CEO, via NBC.
After detailed analysis, we have
determined that Red Lobsterâs
ongoing financial requirements
no longer align with our capital
allocation priorities and
therefore are pursuing an exit
of our minority investment, Thiraphong Chansiri, Thai Union Groupâs CEO, via NBC
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âHappy Gilmore 2â , Officially Confirmed at Netflix.
Netflix confirmed the sequel
on May 15, 'Variety' reports.
Adam Sandler will reprise one of his most popular roles as Happy Gilmore, a hockey player who becomes a golfer.
Christopher McDonald, who played
Shooter McGavin in the original film,
first sparked sequel rumors in March.
I saw Adam [Sandler] about two
weeks ago, and he says to me,
âMcDonald, youâre gonna love this.â, Christopher McDonald, via 'Variety'.
I said, âWhat?â He says, âHow about
that,â and he shows me the first
draft of âHappy Gilmore 2.â , Christopher McDonald, via 'Variety'.
I thought, âWell, that would be
awesome.â So, itâs in the works.
Fans demand it, dammit!, Christopher McDonald, via 'Variety'.
Drew Barrymore teased the
news on her talk show as well.
This just in, I have breaking newsâŠ.
Iâll just say this, from my source, that
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Comcast to Bundle , Peacock, Netflix and Apple TV+.
On May 13, Comcast chief Brian Roberts announced the company's newest bundle, StreamSaver, NBC News reports. .
Peacock, Netflix and Apple TV+ will be
included in the bundle "at a vastly reduced
price to anything available today," Roberts said. .
This will be a pretty
compelling package, Brian Roberts, Comcast chief, via statement.
As streaming prices continue to climb,
other media companies have also started
to offer bundles, NBC News reports. .
Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery recently announced a bundle consisting of Max, Disney+
and Hulu which will be available this summer.
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and Hulu which will be available this summer.
Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery recently announced a bundle consisting of Max, Disney+
and Hulu which will be available this summer.
The prices for both companies'
bundles have yet to be revealed.
Comcast's bundle will be made available before Peacock raises its standalone price by another $2 ahead of the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games. .
The ad-free service will now cost $13.99 per month. .
The tier with ads will increase to $7.99 each month. .
Meanwhile, Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery and
Fox Corp. have teamed up to create a streaming sports bundle that is scheduled to debut this fall.
but critics allege that the venture
violates antitrust laws, NBC News reports.
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