Bloomberg News Now September 18, 2025: Disney Execs to Meet Kimmel, CDC Panel Childhood Vaccine Edit, More
Sep 19, 2025
Discover the buzz around Disney executives' upcoming meeting with Jimmy Kimmel, sparking conversations in the entertainment world. Delve into public health as changes to CDC vaccine advisory protocols are discussed. Tune in for intriguing political remarks from Trump on Putin and oil, alongside increased security measures for the U.N. General Assembly. Plus, hear about FedEx's improved profit outlook and Clayton Kershaw's retirement announcement from the Dodgers, blending corporate news and sports highlights.
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Kimmel Suspension Talks With Disney
- Disney executives will meet suspended host Jimmy Kimmel to discuss his show's future after FCC pressure.
- Disney hopes to return the show if they can find a path acceptable to Kimmel and critics, possibly by Sept. 22.
Advisors Question Merck Combo Vaccine
- An HHS vaccine advisory panel recommended against giving Merck's combo measles vaccine as one shot to children under four due to seizure risk.
- The committee's stance drew warnings from Merck that the decision could undermine public confidence in vaccines.
Ukraine, Russia And High-Level Diplomacy
- Former ambassador William Taylor said Trump blames Putin and expects allies to stop buying Russian oil for greater U.S. action.
- Plans may exist for a Trump–Zelensky meeting at the U.N. General Assembly amid high security in New York.