Nexstar finalizes acquisition of Tegna’s TV stations, despite opposition

KTLA-owner Nexstar Media Group said it has closed its deal to acquire rival Tegna’s TV stations, despite opposition from eight state attorneys general who filed a lawsuit to block the merger. The acquisition was approved by the Federal Communications Commission’s Media Bureau and the Justice Department, Irving, Texas-based Nexstar said Thursday. “This transaction is essential…

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Taylor Frankie Paul Speaks Out After ‘Bachelorette’ Cancellation

Taylor Frankie Paul is speaking out following news that her season of “The Bachelorette” has been canceled. A statement from Paul’s spokesperson obtained by TODAY.com on Thursday, March 19 reads, “Taylor is very grateful for ABC’s support as she prioritizes her family’s safety and security. After years of silently suffering extensive mental and physical abuse…

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"The Bachelorette" season with Taylor Frankie Paul canceled after 2023 video surfaces, ABC says

“The Bachelorette” season with Taylor Frankie Paul canceled after 2023 video surfaces, ABC says

ABC has scrubbed the upcoming season of “The Bachelorette,” starring Taylor Frankie Paul, citing a newly released video from 2023. Thursday’s unprecedented cancellation of the already filmed season of the long-running reality television show comes days before it was to premiere, on Sunday.  “In light of the newly released video just surfaced today, we have…

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An Elegy for the Kennedy Center

An Elegy for the Kennedy Center

Tempting as it is to blame Trump for the Kennedy Center’s fate, he does not bear sole responsibility. The idea of a national arts center was always more of a noble dream than a reality. Kennedy’s own reputation as an arts patron rang a little hollow; most of the work was done by his impeccably…

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