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Meet David Ellison, the CEO of Skydance and Paramount’s New Owner

He left college to try out acting. Now, he’s set to become one of the most powerful people in Hollywood.

Skydance Reaches Deal to Merge With Paramount

The tentative deal, said to be approved by Paramount’s special committee, sets the stage for a new chapter for the company, which owns CBS and…

Paramount and Skydance Are Said to Resume Merger Talks

Just weeks after the two media companies scuttled their talks about a potential deal, they have resumed their conversations.

Editor Tapped to Lead Washington Post Won’t Take the Job

Robert Winnett will stay at The Daily Telegraph, after reports raised questions about his ties to unethical news gathering practices.

The Washington Post Delves Into a Difficult Story: Itself

The newspaper has been reeling from successive revelations about Robert Winnett, its incoming editor, and Will Lewis, its chief executive.

How Jeff Bezos Is Trying to Fix The Washington Post

The Amazon founder has expressed his support to Will Lewis, the C.E.O., who has faced widespread criticism this month.

Paramount’s Deal With Skydance Falls Apart

There were several hitches in the last week as Skydance, Paramount and its parent company, National Amusements, reached the final stages of negotiations

Washington Post Leaders Look to Quell Anxiety

Will Lewis, the chief executive, pledged to employees to “improve how well I listen,” while Matt Murray, the new editor, tried to reassure staff members.

Clash Over Phone Hacking Article Preceded Exit of Washington Post Editor

Will Lewis, the chief executive of The Washington Post, objected to coverage of a legal development involving him in a phone hacking case.

Washington Post Newsroom Reacts to Sally Buzbee Exit

Sally Buzbee, who has been editor of The Washington Post since 2021, chafed at a major reorganization by newspaper’s chief executive.