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"I'm trained in mixed martial arts. I started when I was 14 and did my first competition at 18. It was a grappling competition against all guys a weight category above me, and I got first place"

"I slalom ski. I wakeboard. I hike and rock climb" Sydney Sweeney

"I honestly don't think I have one specific style. One day, I could be wearing a workout track suit, and another day, I could be wearing overalls and a tank top. Or I love a slip with corset. It just honestly depends on where I am in the world and what I'm doing and how I'm feeling that day" Sydney Sweeney

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Sweeney's star power shows no signs of dimming, blending bold career moves with personal headlines.

Recent News on Sydney Sweeney (as of October 12, 2025)

Sydney Sweeney, the 28-year-old Euphoria and The White Lotus star, continues to dominate headlines with her rising career milestones, high-profile romance, and ongoing brand endorsements. Here's a roundup of the latest developments from the past couple of weeks:

Career Highlights and Awards

Achievement in Acting Award at Hamptons International Film Festival: On October 4, Sweeney received this honor for her role in the upcoming biographical sports drama Christy, where she portrays real-life boxer Christy Martin. She revealed gaining 35 pounds through intense three-month training and shared her immersive acting philosophy: "I try to lose myself completely for a role, so I try not to carry any of my own stuff into their life." The film is set for release on November 7, 2025, and is already generating early Oscar buzz.

Spotlight Award at SCAD Savannah Film Festival:

Announced on October 3, Sweeney will be honored at the 2025 event for her contributions to film.
Variety's Power of Women Honoree: Sweeney was named one of the 2025 recipients on October 3, supporting the National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence. The event is scheduled for October 29 in Beverly Hills.

Upcoming 2025 Films: Sweeney has four projects slated for release this year, including Eden and Americana.

These diverse roles showcase her range in drama, comedy, and thriller genres, building on her breakout success.

Romance Rumors with Scooter Braun

Sweeney has been spotted multiple times with music executive Scooter Braun (44), fueling dating speculation that began at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's June wedding in Venice. Recent sightings include a hand-holding stroll in New York City on October 5, where she wore a pinstriped mini-dress and business-chic ensemble, and a Labor Day getaway to Lake Tahoe.

Insiders describe the relationship as "very real" and serious, with Braun "very happy" and offering career advice, but Sweeney is prioritizing her professional life—no "wedding bells" yet. Sources emphasize it's not a fling, and both families approve of the supportive dynamic.

Braun attended her space-themed 28th birthday party in September, where guests dressed as astronauts and aliens.

Fashion and Brand Buzz

American Eagle Campaign Defense: The July 2025 "Great Jeans" ad featuring Sweeney sparked controversy over themes of genetics and body image, but the brand's CEO, Jay Schottenstein, stood firm in a Wall Street Journal interview, stating, "You can’t run from fear. We stand behind what we did." Chief marketing officer Craig Brommers called her "a winner," crediting the campaign with unprecedented customer acquisition despite a 1% dip in Q2 sales.

Miu Miu Autumn 2025 Campaign: Sweeney fronts the designer's latest collection, celebrating feminine expression through footwear and accessories.

Bathwater Soap Controversy Update:

Following backlash to her soap product launch earlier this year, OnlyFans star Natalie Reynolds released a similar red-tinted bathwater item on October 8, which sold out quickly—drawing comparisons and renewed scrutiny to Sweeney's venture.

Other Buzz

Net Worth Milestone: As of early October estimates, Sweeney's fortune stands at around $40 million, fueled by acting roles, endorsements (Miu Miu, Armani, Guess), and her production company.

Public Sightings: Sweeney was photographed in the Hamptons on October 5 and at the Emmys red carpet in September, alongside stars like Jenna Ortega and Selena Gomez.

On X (formerly Twitter), fans continue to celebrate her with viral clips and photos, including a resurfaced video of her discussing her MMA training and outdoor skills, which has garnered thousands of engagements.

For more, check ongoing coverage from outlets like Page Six and People. (Grok)

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Crypto market awaits the final battle of the year

Market Overview

The crypto market lost just over 1% in 24 hours to $3.08T, falling back to the consolidation levels of late November. Attempts to shake up the market at the beginning of this month were unsuccessful for both bulls and bears. Excluding this impulse, the market has been treading water for almost two weeks, hovering around the 23.6% correction rebound line from the October-November decline. Such a shallow rebound could be a sign of a strong bear market, but this will only be confirmed if November's lows of $2.73T are updated.

Bitcoin is trading near $90K, having crossed this level for the fifth consecutive day. An upward trend line can be drawn through the lows of late November, but BTC is now trading dangerously close to this line. At the same time, horizontal resistance has formed in the $92K area, bringing the positions of bulls and bears closer together over time and promising a decisive battle by the end of this week. It could not only be the last significant battle of the year but also determine the trend for the coming months.

News Background

Short positions on Bitcoin have recorded their largest outflow since March 2025, when the price of BTC was near its lows. Investors likely believe that the current surge in negative sentiment has bottomed out, according to CoinShares.

According to Glassnode, the reserves of long-term Bitcoin holders fell to a cyclical low in November. This marks the end of the spot sell-offs that have hindered market growth throughout 2025.

Ethereum exchange reserves have fallen to record lows, which could signal an imminent supply crisis, according to CryptoQuant. Since July 2025, the indicator has fallen by about 20%.

The largest American investment company, BlackRock, has applied with the SEC to register an ETF that will allow investors to earn income from staking Ethereum without directly owning the cryptocurrency.

Strategy has increased its weekly Bitcoin purchases to their highest level since July. The company bought 10,624 BTC ($963 million) last week at an average price of $90,615 per coin. Strategy now owns 660,624 BTC, purchased for $49.3 billion at an average price of $74,696 per Bitcoin. (FxPro)

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Streaming Wars: Netflix vs Paramount (for Warner Bros) aka WBD. What's Up Doc?!

Paramount makes hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Dec 9

Paramount Skydance has directly approached Warner Bros Discovery's shareholders with a takeover offer; it has opted to bypass the rival media group's board, contending that Warner's directors have backed an "inferior proposal". Paramount has proposed a cash offer of $US30 per share, valuing its bid for the entire company at about $US108bn. It is seeking to trump Netflix's deal to acquire some of Warner's assets for around $US83bn, which has been approved by the boards of both companies. Warner has rejected Paramount's claims that its sale process had favoured a single bidder.
*Developing news story "The Streaming Wars"

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Australia - USA Connection

Praise for Trump's review of AUKUS

Defence Minister Richard Marles says the federal government is currently "working through" the Trump administration's now-completed review of the AUKUS alliance. He adds that the US is "completely supportive" of the deal to sell nuclear-powered submarines to Australia. The review was headed by US defence official Elbridge Colby, who has been a notable critic of AUKUS in the past. The AUKUS alliance is likely to be a key focus when Marles and Foreign Minister Penny Wong hold the annual AUSMIN talks with US counterparts Pete Hegseth and Marco Rubio in Washington DC next week.

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24 hours ago

The crypto market tries to form an uptrend

Market Overview

The crypto market soared by almost 7% over the past day, reaching a capitalisation of $3.15T and forming a higher local peak compared to Sunday. The mood on the crypto market was buoyed by moves from institutional giants Vanguard and Bank of America to open access to digital assets for their clients. Combined with the fact that the low point on December 1st is higher than the lows on November 21st, we are seeing a series of vital signs of an upward trend forming. However, a conservative view suggests that fluctuations below $3.38T are a correction from the previous decline.

Bitcoin approached $94K on Wednesday morning, recovering half of its losses from the sell-off between November 11th and 21st. Considering the entire decline from its October peak, BTCUSD remains trading below $ 98K as part of the correction. The $98-100K range contains three psychologically significant levels: the 50-day average, early November support, and 61.8% of the decline from the peak. Consolidation above this level could convince buyers that crypto winter has not arrived.

News Background

Vanguard, the world's second-largest investment company by assets, will open access to crypto ETF trading for its clients on December 2nd. The company had previously stated that it would avoid Bitcoin funds because cryptocurrency is an “immature asset class” and does not fit with the company's philosophy.

Bank of America, one of the largest banks in the United States, has recommended that its institutional clients allocate 1% to 4% of their portfolios to cryptocurrencies. Previously, investors were unable to access cryptocurrencies because advisors were prohibited from recommending such instruments.

The four-year cycle theory has ceased to work, so Bitcoin has a chance to reach new highs in 2026, according to Grayscale. Analysts believe there are already some signs that Bitcoin has likely bottomed out.

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ASX up as tech stocks rally, WiseTech gains

The Australian sharemarket posted a modest gain on Thursday, with lower trading volumes ahead of Wall Street's closure for Thanksgiving Day; the S&P/ASX 200 added 0.1 per cent to close at 8,617.3 points. WiseTech Global was up 6.9 per cent at $69.72, Bellevue Gold rose 3.2 per cent to $1.29 and Reece advanced four per cent to $12.73. However, DroneShield was down 7.8 per cent at $2 and Santos fell 1.8 per cent to end the session at $6.44. (RMS)

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The Dollar's new edge: from shield to sword

The dollar is losing its safe-haven status. • The scale of the Fed's rate cuts has been overestimated. • The yen is the main favourite for 2026.

BoJ may not raise rates until March. If the US dollar was previously a shield, it is now turning into a sword. (FxPro)

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Crypto Movies/Docos

The Rise and Rise of Bitcoin (2014)
Follows early Bitcoin adopter Daniel Mross, exploring Bitcoin’s origins, its volatile rise, and the community behind it. Great for understanding Bitcoin’s early days and its potential to disrupt finance.

Banking on Bitcoin (2016)
Examines Bitcoin’s history, ideological roots, and impact on global financial systems through interviews with pioneers and experts. A solid primer for newcomers.

Cryptopia: Bitcoin, Blockchains, and the Future of the Internet (2020)
Directed by Torsten Hoffmann, this documentary dives into blockchain’s broader applications beyond cryptocurrency, addressing scalability and regulatory challenges. Ideal for those interested in blockchain’s transformative potential.

Trust Machine: The Story of Blockchain (2018) Narrated by Rosario Dawson, it explores blockchain’s societal impact, from financial inclusion to voting systems. A comprehensive look at real-world applications.

Bitcoin: The End of Money as We Know It (2015)
Traces the history of money and introduces Bitcoin as a decentralized alternative, critiquing centralized financial systems. Features interviews with crypto experts.

Deep Web (2015) Narrated by Keanu Reeves, this documentary focuses on the Silk Road marketplace and its creator, Ross Ulbricht, highlighting Bitcoin’s role in dark web transactions.

Bitconned (2024) Explores the Centra Tech crypto scam, detailing how three individuals defrauded investors during the 2010s crypto boom. A cautionary tale about unregulated markets.

Feature Films

Crypto (2019)
A crime thriller starring Beau Knapp, Luke Hemsworth, and Kurt Russell. It follows a young anti-money laundering agent investigating corruption and cryptocurrency in his hometown. Critics note its exaggerated portrayal but praise its entertainment value.

Silk Road (2021)
A dramatization of Ross Ulbricht’s creation of the Silk Road, a dark web marketplace using Bitcoin. It explores his rise and fall, blending crime and drama.

Dope (2015) A coming-of-age comedy-drama featuring Bitcoin as a plot device. High schooler Malcolm uses Bitcoin for a dark web transaction, reflecting its early association with illicit activities.

Bonus Mentions

Life on Bitcoin (2014): Follows a couple attempting to live solely on Bitcoin for 100 days, showcasing early adoption challenges.

Bitcoin Heist (2016): A Vietnamese action-comedy about hackers chasing a crypto criminal, blending humor and thrills.

Notes Documentaries are generally more educational, focusing on Bitcoin’s history, blockchain technology, and real-world implications. They’re great for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

Feature films often dramatize crypto’s association with crime or scams, sometimes oversimplifying or exaggerating for effect. They prioritize entertainment over accuracy. For a deeper dive, check streaming platforms like Prime Video, Fandango at Home, or YouTube, where many of these are available.

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Wall Street (Movie)
Wall Street (1987), directed by Oliver Stone, is a drama about ambition and greed in the 1980s financial world. It follows Bud Fox (Charlie Sheen), a young stockbroker desperate to succeed, who gets entangled with Gordon Gekko (Michael Douglas), a ruthless corporate raider. Gekko’s mantra, “Greed is good,” drives the story as Bud is lured into insider trading and unethical deals, compromising his morals for wealth and power.

The film explores themes of capitalism, loyalty, and betrayal, with Bud navigating pressures from Gekko, his father (Martin Sheen), and his own conscience.

Key Details: Cast: Michael Douglas (Gordon Gekko), Charlie Sheen (Bud Fox), Daryl Hannah (Darien Taylor), Martin Sheen (Carl Fox).
Runtime: 2h 6m.
Genre: Drama/Crime.
Rating: R. Box Office: ~$44 million (US).

Awards: Michael Douglas won the Academy Award for Best Actor.

Notable Aspects:

Gekko’s “Greed is good” speech is iconic, reflecting 1980s excess. Inspired by real-life figures like Ivan Boesky and Michael Milken.

A sequel, Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps (2010), continued the story.

Where to Watch (as of 2025):
Streaming: Available on platforms like Peacock or rentable on Amazon, YouTube, or Apple TV (check current availability).
Physical: DVD/Blu-ray via retailers like Amazon.

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An investment in knowledge pays the best interest." — Benjamin Franklin

"Bottoms in the investment world don't end with four-year lows; they end with 10- or 15-year lows." — Jim Rogers

Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy only when others are fearful." — Warren Buffett

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April 23, 2025

ASX futures up 103 points/1.3% to 7939
AUD -0.7% at US63.68¢
BTC +4.5% to $US91,358
Dow +2.7%
S&P +2.1%
NAS +2.5%
Gold -1.5% to $US3371.27 an ounce
Oil +1.5% at $US67.22 a barrel
Iron ore -0.7% at $US98.65 a ton

Cryptos Today:

Bitcoin $91,075.31 USD +4.29%
ETH $1,695.23 USD +7.53%
Tether $1.00 USD -0.02%
XRP $2.16 USD +3.57%
BNB $607.70 USD +1.95%
Solana $144.34 USD +5.47%
USD Coin $0.9994 USD -0.08%
Dogecoin $0.1728 USD +9.13%

Gaming And Casino News

April 2025

Star Entertainment is a ‘new operator’ despite ‘sins of the past’

Inside Asian Gaming Chief Executive Andrew W Scott says Star Entertainment will have nothing to do with the “sins of the past”.

“Bally’s have got the opportunity to say look, we’re a new operator, we have nothing to do with the sins of the past,” Mr Scott said.

“I think they didn’t want to let it rain to receivership because they felt that would be too complicated, they wanted to pick it up as a going concern … and see if they can turn it around.”

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Star Entertainment: News

Star Entertainment Group, an Australian casino operator, has been in the spotlight in April 2025 due to significant financial and operational developments. Here’s a concise overview of the latest news based on available information:

Financial Struggles and Rescue Deal: Star

Entertainment reported a $300 million half-year loss for the period ending December 2024, driven by a 25% revenue decline to $650 million. Stricter payment regulations, including mandatory pre-paid cards to curb money laundering, have pushed gamblers toward pubs and clubs, hurting Star’s market share. The company secured a $300 million investment from Bally’s Corporation and Investment Holdings (linked to the Mathieson family), with $100 million injected in April 2025, providing critical liquidity. Star’s cash reserves were at $98 million as of April 11, 2025, narrowly avoiding collapse.

Bally’s Takeover and Overhaul Plans: Bally’s, a U.S. casino giant, is set to control about 56% of Star’s capital, pending regulatory approval. Bally’s chairman, Soo Kim, emphasized a “back-to-basics” approach, aiming to strip away the luxury focus of Star’s casinos (Sydney, Brisbane, and Gold Coast) and make them more accessible, likening them to large-scale RSL clubs. Kim noted Bally’s history of turning around distressed properties but acknowledged Star’s turnaround as a significant challenge.

Operational and Market Challenges: Star’s Brisbane casino, Queen’s Wharf, was written down in value, and its sale to partners Far East Consortium and Chow Tai Fook Enterprises provided $53 million. The company faced a trading halt in February 2025 due to delayed financial reporting, with shares resuming trading on April 16 at 11 cents, briefly jumping 14% before crashing. Regulatory issues, including a $100 million fine and a suspended license, continue to weigh on the company.

Leadership and Strategic Focus: CEO Steve McCann highlighted the “very challenged” trading environment but is now focusing on revenue growth following the rescue deal. Bally’s pitched its investment after Star failed to secure a $940 million lifeline from Salter Brothers, signaling a shift in strategy to stabilize operations.

Critical Perspective: While Bally’s intervention offers a lifeline, Star’s deep losses and regulatory burdens suggest a tough road ahead. The shift to a less glamorous, mass-market model may alienate high rollers, and stricter regulations could continue to erode revenue. The narrative of a “rescue” should be scrutinized, as Bally’s own motivations—acquiring a distressed asset at a discount—may prioritize its interests over Star’s long-term viability.

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Gold Logie Award for Most Popular Personality on Australian Television - Larry Emdur

Best Drama Program - RFDS, Seven Network

Best News or Public Affairs Presenter - Ally Langon, A Current Affair, Nine Network

Best Comedy Entertainment Program - Have You Been Paying Attention?, Network Ten

Best Lead Actor in a Drama - Felix Cameron, Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix

Beat Scripted Comedy Program - Utopia, ABC

Best Current Affairs Program - Australian Story, ABC

Best Lead Actress in a Drama - Deborah Mailman, Total Control, ABC

Best Sports Coverage - FIFA Women's World Cup 2023, Seven Network

Best Competition Reality Program - MasterChef Australia, Network 10

Best Factual or Documentary Program - John Farnham: Finding The Voice, Seven Network

Best Miniseries or Telemovie - Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix

Best News Coverage or Public Affairs Report - Ben Roberts-Smith: The Truth, 60 Minutes, Nine Network

Best Structured Program - Gogglebox Australia, Foxtel and Network 10

Best Lifestyle Program - Travel Guides, Nine Network

Bert Newtown Award for Most Popular Presenter - Larry Emdur, The Chase Australia and The Morning Show, Seven Network

Best Supporting Actor - Bryan Brown, Boy Swallows Universe

Best Lead Actor in a Comedy - Rob Sitch, Utopia, ABC

Graham Kennedy Award for Most Popular New Talent - Felix Cameron, Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix

Best Supporting Actress - Sophie Wilde, Boy Swallows Universe, Netflix

Best Children's Program - Bluey, ABC

Best Entertainment Program - The Voice Australia, Seven Network

Best Lead Actress in a Comedy - Kitty Flanagan, Utopia, ABC

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News Corp puts Foxtel up for sale after asset review

By Sam Buckingham-Jones

August 9, 2024

News Corp, the publishing and broadcast giant controlled by the Murdoch family, has put its majority-owned Australian pay television platform Foxtel up for sale after a nine-month strategic review of its assets.

Outlining its financial results on Friday, News Corp said there was “third-party interest” in Foxtel, which owns a pay TV business, streaming services Binge and Kayo Sports, and aggregation platform Hubbl.

“We are confident in the company’s long-term prospects and are continuing to review our portfolio with a focus on maximising returns for shareholders,” News Corp chief executive Robert Thomson said.

“That review has coincided recently with third-party interest in a potential transaction involving the Foxtel ... We are evaluating options for the business with our advisors in light of that external interest.”

News Corp owns 65 per cent of Foxtel, and Telstra owns the rest.

Foxtel has spent the past decade pivoting to the streaming era, building Kayo and Binge – which have much leaner profit margins – while preserving its legacy base of around 1 million subscribers who pay, on average, $90 a month. It has grown its total paying subscription base to 4.7 million people.

Any sale of Foxtel would have a flow-on effect on long-term content deals, multi-billion dollar sports rights packages, and more.

Mr Thomson told analysts that News Corp had a “significant overture that we are naturally assessing”, but declined to provide further details.

“We have full faith in the potential of Foxtel and the talented team at Foxtel,” he said. “On behalf of shareholders, we have to evaluate any interest … You’ll have to stay tuned. Not indefinitely, not perpetually, not ad infinitum.” (Credit: The Australian Financial Review) @FinancialReview

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Succession: News

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For Entertainment Purposes Only; Media Storylines Not Seen On TV or published in newspapers

Op Gonzo satire: VKM is Logan Roy. Triple H is Kendall Roy. Shane O' Mac is Greg. Adam Pearce is Roman. Steph is Shiv Roy. Nick Khan is a "greybeard" Karl. Mattson is Easy Eric B. D. Dude is Connor or Tom. *no comment on "Willa".

(For entertainment purposes). Satire.

This flashback goes back approximately two years, with some more recent additions. Some details are purposely left grey or vague.

Some of the scenes in Succession can draw some comparisons to some developments in the current Murdoch empire. Much like Nostradamus quatrains aka Les Prophéties, we're not going to "spell out" specifics. The audience and readership can draw their own conclusions. Use of imagination to "take you everywhere" as the legendary Albert Einstein is encouraged. Timelines may differ. Think like a Nikola Tesla time machine!

Keep in mind that in the past few years the landscape of both the professional wrestling and news media industry has changed considerably.

Examples could include that according to mainstream media such as The Sydney Morning Herald, The Australian and The Australian Financial Review, there are numerous legal situations afoot, behind the scenes of the Murdochs', primarily concerning a number of siblings. This has been making the rounds at Australian based newspapers and starting going much more public circa June 2024.

World's leading professional wrestling promotion, the WWE, has undergone numerous high level management changes over the past few years and is currently doing record breaking business. Media firms following the situation and business closely such as the Media Man Group aka Media Man Australia, has advised that the WWE is currently enjoying glory days and a new golden era, also known as The Triple H era. Staff, management and talent morale, conditions of employment and contacts have improved significantly and more wrestling legends have returned to the WWE fold, partly as a public show of support - Jesse 'The Body' Ventura being the most recent high profile wrestling legend to return to WWE television. How much more upcoming TV time Ventura receives via the WWE machine is not known to the general public, or to many people for that matter.

Succession is a TV series with fictional characters, some of which has been widely speculated to be various members of the Murdoch family media dynasty, as well as some associates.

Many family businesses have interesting twists and turns going on for real in the business structure, and as witnessed, the pro wrestling and media empire sector make for good and usually interesting and entertaining fodder when adapted to the TV series medium. Some of the family dynasty's even make it to the big screen such as 'The Iron Claw' based on the trials and tribulations of the famous Von Erich pro wrestling promotion based in Dallas, Texas.

As one might expect, when family and big business drama series, movies and such are adapted, numerous details are left out and left vague for a variety of reasons spanning legal, marketing, entertainment factor and other.

There are currently a number of interesting situations and scenarios playing out in the real world in both big media and big time professional wrestling.

From time to time we may provide an update, and if so, it will likely be a satire and entertainment approach, rather than other. We enjoy good lines of communication with many mainstream news media companies and world's leading professional wrestling firms and will publish and report news on a goodwill basis with the highest of respect shown for any individuals concerned. Again, satire, with a dose of gonzo journalism, while focussing on the positives.

Until next time, that's it from us - wrestling with media.

The Australian Financial Review - Media and Marketing

News Corp puts Foxtel up for sale after asset review

By Sam Buckingham-Jones

August 9, 2024

News Corp owns 65 per cent of Foxtel, and Telstra owns the rest.

Any sale of Foxtel would have a flow-on effect on long-term content deals, multi-billion dollar sports rights packages, and more.

Mr Thomson told analysts that News Corp had a “significant overture that we are naturally assessing”, but declined to provide further details.

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Promos Matter In Pro Wrestling

WWE's Karrion Kross Has Developed Into One Of World's Best Over Past Year + ; WWE Creative Offered Time To Shine; Can't Wait For The Netflix Killer Version: Media Man

Mr Kross @realKILLERkross Is A Former Media Man 'Pro Wrestler Of The Month' and 'Sports Entertainer' Of The Month winner and finalist. What some don't know is that Kross would wipe the mat with most of the world's pro wrestlers in an uncontrolled aka real- insert your own word, situation. Wrestler, fighter, MMA and master promo.

Promos In The Who Have Impressed Of Late In Addition To Kross Include: Logan Paul, LA Knight, Paul Heyman, Solo Sikoa, Jacob Fatu, Nia Jax, Tiffany Stratton, Liv Morgan, Lexis King and Sol Ruca. Promos are subjective in nature, but these days Karrions are motion picture grade in our view. Netflix Movies, Blumhouse and others surely have an eagle eye on.

Previously known as names such as:

"The White Rabbit"
"The People's Executioner"
"The Devil Of Monterrey"

The WWE Universe should wake up and know him as a man not to mess with. Ala the legendary "Macho Man" Randy Savage, "The cream always rises to the top". Cheers to the worldwide Kross Cult/Kult. So Sayeth.

Promo:

"What are you doing, Woods? What are you doing? No, no, no. Please don’t do that. Do not involve other people in our business. I don’t like that. I don’t appreciate it. Not only that, it defeats the entire purpose of everything I’m trying to do for you. I’m trying to help you stand on your own two feet. I never said, ‘Don’t ever talk to Kofi again,’ or, ‘You can’t visit him on the holidays,’ or, ‘You can never tag with him again.’ All I suggested was that you take a step away from New Day. You had I guess your own interpretation of that. Don’t turn me into the bad guy here. Kofi’s the bad guy. You, I’m suspicious of at this point because all you’re gonna do for those guys is get them severely hurt. I don’t know what you’re trying to do here. Are you trying to replace the New Day? You think these two guys are gonna be the next Big E and Kofi Kingston? No, brother. It doesn’t work that way. This is not going to help you. The only thing that’s going to help you is to learn how to stand on your own two feet and then, you come with me. If you’re not going to do that, well, next Monday, I’m gonna see you, like I always do. When I do, I’m gonna step on your head. Then I’m gonna leave you where I find you, just like I do. Because after all, you beat me once, right? Haha. Sure you did. You beat me where Kofi couldn’t. That’s the confidence we want. I’m telling you right now, that’s never gonna happen again. You understand what I’m trying to tell you? Get rid of these guys, or else. Tick tock" Karrion Kross

https://x.com/realKILLERkross/status/1813032453449347141

Websites

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https://www.killerkross.com/

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