Apple News Today What the Murdoch family drama means for Fox News
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Dec 12, 2024 Rupert Murdoch's media empire faces intense family rivalries, as legal disputes unfold over control. The plight of Austin Tice, an American journalist missing in Syria, sparks discussions on advocacy and recovery efforts. New Jersey proposes groundbreaking bereavement leave for pregnancy loss, showcasing a shift in policy. Meanwhile, political dynamics heat up with Trump appointing Kari Lake to Voice of America, the FBI director's resignation, and the notable demise of the Albertsons-Kroger merger, all while FIFA announces Saudi Arabia as the 2034 World Cup host.
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Murdoch Family Feud
- Rupert Murdoch's bid to consolidate his media empire under his son Lachlan failed in a Nevada court.
- The court rejected their argument for control, citing it as a power struggle inspired by the show Succession.
Ideological Control of Fox News
- The Murdoch family dispute centers around control over Fox News's ideological direction, not just money.
- Lachlan Murdoch's potentially stronger conservative stance than his father's raised concerns about the network's future.
Hope for Austin Tice's Release
- Austin Tice, a journalist and Marine veteran, has been held captive in Syria since 2012 with limited proof of life.
- Renewed hope for his release emerges as Assad's regime weakens, opening new avenues for his discovery.