According to multiple reports, Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount are in talks of a potential merger. As first reported by Axios, sources say the CEOs of the two companies met over lunch on Tuesday, Dec. 19, at Paramount’s New York City headquarters for several hours, where they discussed the possible deal. The merger between the…

Ten Americans and a fugitive are released from Venezuelan custody as part of a prisoner exchange between the two countries. And two media giants begin talks about a potential merger. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023. 10 Americans, fugitive released from Venezuelan custody in prisoner swap Ten Americans…

On Friday, Dec. 15, a federal jury ruled that former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani must pay a sum of $148 million to defamation victims Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss. The two Georgia election workers were forced to flee their homes and hide their identities after Giuliani and others deliberately spread lies about them…

A powerful storm wreaked havoc along the Eastern Seaboard, unleashing heavy rain, flooding, road washouts, and strong winds. The aftermath left cities and hundreds of thousands of people in New England without power. The storm also resulted in at least five fatalities.  The National Weather Service sounded the alarm with dangerous rainfall warnings for New…

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), known for advocating for more progressive causes in its efforts to protect individual rights and liberties, is now siding with America’s most well-known gun rights group. The ACLU announced that it is representing the National Rifle Association in its Supreme Court case, which alleges New York’s Department of Financial…

More electric school buses are set to hit American roadways than ever before, jumping by more than 200% since the start of 2022. There are now electric school bus commitments in 49 states, simulated by an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rebate program, which awarded over $900 million for thousands of these vehicles across the nation.…

With additional funding for Ukraine in limbo, Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to meet with leaders in Washington D.C. And, amid backlash following her testimony on antisemitism on college campuses, Penn’s president resigns. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Dec. 11, 2023.  Zelenskyy to meet with Biden in D.C. on Tuesday Ukraine President…

The White House warns the U.S. is running out of money to aid Ukraine. And, a house explodes in Virginia as police attempt to execute a search warrant. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023. White House warns U.S. is running out of Ukraine aid A letter the White…

New York City officials are considering implementing the first congestion pricing program in the United States. The Traffic Mobility Review Board released a proposal on Thursday, Dec. 1 revealing the details. The plan aims to address the persistent issues of congestion and air pollution in Manhattan’s Central Business District while generating approximately $1 billion annually…

As Israel and Hamas prepare for the final day of the limited cease-fire, there are talks of extending the hostage release deal. And, the world’s largest iceberg, grounded for decades, is on the move. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Nov. 27, 2023. Israel, Hamas open to extend pause on final day of…