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Louis Tomlinson and Ricky Martin Celebrate Birthdays
Musician Louis Tomlinson turns 34 today, while Ricky Martin turns 54, among other famous birthdays on December 24. These milestones mark notable events in the music world. Fans are acknowledging the stars' achievements on social media.
Prince William Seeks to Modernize Royal Christmas Traditions
Prince William wants to replace hierarchical gag gift exchanges with a random barrel draw and rethink the public Christmas Day church walk for privacy. King Charles resists these changes, per royal expert Neil Sean. William favors informal family chaos inspired by the Middletons.
Netflix and Paramount Battle for Warner Bros. Control
Netflix's $82.7 billion bid targets HBO, Warner Bros. studios, and more, while Paramount launches a hostile $108.4 billion takeover including CNN and cable assets. Warner Bros. Discovery favored Netflix, prompting Paramount's escalation with Middle Eastern funds. Antitrust concerns loom over both mega-deals.
2025 Media M&A Boom Sets Stage for 2026
2025 saw landmark deals like Omnicom's $13.5B Interpublic takeover and Paramount-Skydance $8B merger, with total M&A at $4.3T, up 39%. Adtech activity rose 13%, per JP Morgan and Pitchbook. 2026 predicts multibillion AI and holdco deals.
Bam Margera Agrees to $2,500 Monthly Child Support
Jackass star Bam Margera will pay $2,500 monthly starting January for his 8-year-old son Phoenix with estranged wife Nikki Boyd. This follows her initial $15,000 request citing his $55M net worth; Nikki covers healthcare. The agreement resolves ongoing disputes.
Warner Bros. Bidding War Intensifies with Sweetened Offers
Netflix upped its bid to $27.75 per share, while Paramount countered at $30 per share in the contest for Warner assets. Three bidders including Comcast met deadlines; Paramount's deal backed by Ellison Trust and sovereign funds. FCC approved Skydance for Paramount amid settlements.
Royal Gag Gifts Face Overhaul Under William
William dislikes the hierarchical nature of royal Christmas gag exchanges, pushing for inclusivity with palace staff via a present barrel. Expert Hilary Fordwich notes his aim for less pomp. Traditions include silly gifts exchanged on Christmas Eve.
Ad Tech Deals Dominate 2025 Entertainment Landscape
A comprehensive list details notable ad tech, agency, and digital content acquisitions throughout 2025, reshaping the industry. These moves parallel broader media consolidations. Activity surged amid tech-media convergence.
Euronews Covers Latest Entertainment Bulletin
Euronews' December 24 morning bulletin includes key entertainment stories alongside world news. It features breaking developments in culture and media. Viewers can access multilingual updates.
Paramount's Hostile Bid Shakes Hollywood
Paramount's $108B offer for all Warner assets challenges Netflix's focused HBO/Warner Bros. deal, potentially combining studios and news outlets. Larry Ellison's involvement adds stakes. The saga reorders Hollywood power dynamics.
Royal Christmas Walk to Church Under Review
Prince William views the traditional Sandringham church walk as intrusive on a sacred day, preferring private celebrations. Sources say he seeks radical rethink despite public popularity. This aligns with his modernizing vision.
'16 & Pregnant' Star Whitney Purvis Avoids Arrest
Whitney Purvis dodges arrest over back child support in latest celebrity legal news. Details emerge amid ongoing personal challenges. TMZ reports follow Bam Margera's settlement.