Morning Wire Hollywood Deals Delayed & UN Funds Anti-Semitic Schools | 12.9.23
Dec 9, 2023
Hollywood faces a surprising script shortage after the recent writers' strike, leading to cautious deal-making. Meanwhile, the UN's education agency in Gaza is under fire for alleged anti-Semitic content, adding to concerns over its funding. In college football, heated debates arise as an undefeated team is left out of the playoffs, raising questions about the selection criteria and fairness, especially regarding Florida State University's exclusion after their star quarterback's injury.
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Hollywood Content Shortage
- Hollywood studios face a content shortage despite the writer's strike ending.
- Writers are holding back scripts due to a softening market and lower bids.
UN-Funded Agency Under Scrutiny
- The UN-funded agency UNRWA, providing education in Gaza, faces accusations of teaching anti-Israel content.
- Many UNRWA workers are Hamas members, raising concerns about the agency's ties to terrorism.
UNRWA and Hamas Ties
- Reports indicate 100 Hamas terrorists are UNRWA graduates, and a released hostage claims his captor was an UNRWA teacher.
- Other UNRWA teachers openly praised the October 7th attacks on Israel.