Why the huge bidding war over Warner Bros?

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete December 13, 2025 at 03:18 PM

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In December 2025, Warner Bros., a major Hollywood studio, is the subject of a billion-dollar bidding war between Netflix and Paramount Skydance. The outcome of the acquisition by either company is viewed with concern. Separately, Australia became the first country to ban social media for children under 16, a move intended to protect children from Big Tech, though some young people circumvented the ban. Also, despite being imprisoned for two years, Imran Khan remains a prominent figure in Pakistan, with rumors of his death circulating after the army restricted access to him. Pressure from supporters led to the restrictions being lifted, highlighting the power dynamics between Khan and Field Marshal Asim Munir.

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Australia 40% Donald Trump 50% Paramount Skydance 60% Netflix 70% Warner Bros ×280%

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