Sunday, July 20 Evening Cable News Ratings: CNN Secures 2nd Place Thanks to Live Aid Docuseries
On Sunday, July 20, Fox News maintained its top position in cable news ratings, driven by the Big Weekend Show, while CNN achieved second place aided by its Live Aid docuseries.
Saturday Evening Cable News Ratings: 'The Big Weekend Show' Dominates
On Saturday, July 19, 'The Big Weekend Show' won the night in cable news ratings, with 5 p.m. ET being the peak viewing hour for CNN and MSNBC.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media Merger Approved by FCC
Paramount Global and Skydance Media merger has received approval from the FCC. Meanwhile, BBC News and other agencies report a severe starvation crisis in Gaza, emphasizing the critical humanitarian situation.
Meta to Cease Political Advertising in the EU Starting October
Meta has announced it will stop serving political ads in the EU from October, following Alphabet's earlier decision to do the same. This move reflects growing scrutiny over political advertising in the region.
Streaming Ratings for the Week of June 23: Netflix's Squid Game Tops the Chart
Netflix led the streaming ratings during the week of June 23, featuring seven titles in the chart with only one having shared distribution rights. This underscores Netflix's dominance in the streaming industry through original content.
WBZ Boston Offers Voluntary Buyouts Amid Paramount-Skydance Merger
WBZ Boston is providing buyouts to photographers and engineers, likely due to corporate restructuring following Paramount's $8 billion acquisition of Skydance Media. This move is seen as part of the changes stemming from the recent major merger in the media industry.
Jack Webb Appointed as Sports Director at Fox and ABC Affiliate in Bangor, Maine
Jack Webb took on the role of Sports Director at the Fox and ABC affiliate station in Bangor, Maine, starting in July 2024, marking a significant addition to their sports broadcasting team.
FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez Criticizes Paramount Merger as Exceeding Authority
FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez has expressed strong criticism of the Paramount merger, stating that the agency overstepped its authority in approving the deal. She highlighted concerns that the merger was linked to a payout for settling an unfounded lawsuit and included other troubling concessions.
Instagram Did Not Suspend Zohran Mamdani’s Account for Being 'Too Socialist'—Claims Proven False
Claims that Instagram suspended Zohran Mamdani's account for being 'too socialist' are false. Meta and Mamdani's campaign confirmed no suspension occurred, and a supposed leaked memo is fake. The story originated from a dubious source called 'NYC Journals' and has been widely discredited.
Intel to Lay Off 24,000 Employees and Scale Back Operations in Germany, Poland, and Costa Rica
Intel is laying off approximately 24,000 employees and retreating from major projects in Germany, Poland, and Costa Rica to streamline operations and reduce costs. CEO Lip-Bu Tan is realigning growth with market demand and focusing on new chip development amidst financial losses and industry competition.
Week of July 14 Cable News Ratings: MSNBC Shows Growth; Fox News Remains Number One
In the cable news ratings for the week of July 14, MSNBC was the only network to grow across all measured categories, while Fox News maintained its status as the top cable news channel.
Tesla to Launch More Affordable Model Y Variant in 2025
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced a new, more affordable version of the Model Y electric vehicle, aimed at customers who want a Tesla but can't afford the current models. This variant is in development and will be produced in volumes starting in late 2025.
Sinclair Acquires Two TV Stations in Kentucky and Missouri
Sinclair has acquired two TV stations, WDKA in Kentucky and KBSI in Missouri, agreeing to provide them with programming, technical, and management services as part of the deal.
Anna Werner, Former CBS Investigative Reporter, Joins Gray
Anna Werner, who formerly worked as an investigative reporter for CBS, is set to join the company Gray starting in late August. This marks a new career move for Werner within the media sector.
Commerce Secretary Warns TikTok May Become Inaccessible in the US Without Greater Control
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has indicated that TikTok could be banned in the US if the Chinese side does not cede more control over the app to American authorities, potentially leading to the app becoming unavailable to users in the country.
Investors Continue to Fund Alternative Protein Startups Despite Decline in Lab-Grown Meat Interest
While the lab-grown meat market has cooled off among investors, alternative protein startups continue to attract considerable investment, reflecting ongoing demand for innovative protein sources and protein-rich food products.
Alphabet CEO Highlights AI's Positive Impact on Business Growth and Increased Investment
Alphabet's CEO confirms AI is driving business growth, citing strong performance of AI features and increasing capital spending to meet cloud demands. The company's Q2 2025 revenue was $96.4 billion, boosted by AI user engagement and new AI technologies showcased at recent events. Google also faces antitrust scrutiny and updated its logo.
Tesla Reports Significant Revenue and Profit Declines Amid Political and Market Challenges
Tesla's Q2 earnings reveal notable declines in revenue, net income, and car deliveries, compounded by political distractions involving CEO Elon Musk and regulatory changes reducing credit revenues. The company plans affordable EV models for 2025 and faces challenges from global competition and diminishing federal EV incentives, prompting sales incentives to counteract the demand slump.
Trump's Policies on Energy and AI Impact Environmental Goals
President Trump and his administration have taken steps to expedite permits for large electric plants and exempt coal-fired power plants and some industrial sites from Biden-era environmental regulations. This move, presented at a summit with tech and energy leaders, highlights the growing link between AI industry demands and fossil fuel reliance, raising environmental concerns.
Tracking the 2024-2025 Tech Industry Layoffs via Crunchbase
Over 95,000 U.S. tech workers were laid off in 2024, with job cuts continuing into 2025. Crunchbase News provides an ongoing tracker of the latest layoffs at tech companies.