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Paramount launches hostile bid for Warner Bros Discovery
The studio was one of three suitors for WBD alongside Comcast – owners of Universal and Sky – and Netflix.
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BBC and ITV confirm World Cup 2026 coverage plans
The tournament kicks off on 11th June 2026 and UK audiences will be able to watch every match for free.
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Rafe Spall to lead Steven Moffat’s Downing Street comedy drama
Rafe Spall is to play the UK’s Prime Minister in ‘Number 10’, Steven Moffat’s upcoming new Channel 4 comedy drama set inside Downing Street.
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The Ladies European Tour to remain on Sky Sports until 2030
Sky Sports will remain the exclusive home of the Tour, including the next three editions of the Solheim Cup, until the end of 2030.
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Disney+ UK sets air date for Paradise season 2
Disney+ has confirmed that season two of Sterling K. Brown’s Paradise will debut for UK viewers on February 23rd.
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Ofcom publishes final rules on satellite smartphone calls
The media regulator first set out its plans to bring the technology to UK users in March, since when mobile operators have been busy signing partnerships with satellite operators.
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Netflix to buy Warner Bros. in $82bn deal
The talks follow several rounds of bidding in which WDB was also being courted by Comcast, owners of Sky, Peacock and Universal Studios, and Paramount.
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Disney+ UK sets air date for Paradise season 2
Disney+ has confirmed that season two of Sterling K. Brown’s Paradise will debut for UK viewers on February 23rd.
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How to get free Apple TV+ from Currys, EE, Sky and Barclays
The iPad and iPhone maker’s video streaming service offers a growing selection of exclusive high-end dramas, comedies and films.
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How to get free Disney+ in the UK – round up of the latest offers
For those looking to save on their streaming bills, several major brands are currently offering free access to Disney+.
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How to sign up to the standalone Prime Video plan on Amazon UK
As well as the regular ‘full fat’ version of Prime, Amazon also offers a standalone Prime Video option costing £5.99 per month.
