Governor Ron DeSantis insists his recent remarks attacking U.S. Senator Ted Cruz should not be viewed as an endorsement of the biblical call for gay people to be executed.
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Naman Ramachandran Weeks after the U.K.’s Competition & Markets Authority blocked Microsoft’s proposed $68.7 billion deal to buy video games giant Activision Blizzard, the European Commission (EC) has granted approval under the EU Merger Regulation. However, the approval, which arrived after an EC investigation, comes with conditions that require Microsoft to fully comply with specific commitments that address the competition concerns raised. The preliminary investigation conducted by the EC revealed that Microsoft’s acquisition could potentially harm competition in two key areas: the distribution of console and PC video games, including multi-game subscription services and cloud game streaming services, as well as the supply of PC operating systems. It determined that Microsoft would not have the ability to harm rival consoles or multi-game subscription services. However, it concluded that Microsoft’s position in the distribution of games through cloud game streaming services would likely lead to a reduction in competition. Additionally, the acquisition would strengthen Microsoft’s position in the market for PC operating systems.
The EC’s findings include: Microsoft would have no incentive to withhold the distribution of Activision’s games from Sony, the leading global distributor of console games, including within the European Economic Area (EEA). Given the popularity of Sony’s PlayStation consoles, Microsoft would be motivated to continue distributing Activision’s games through this widely embraced platform. Even if Microsoft were to withdraw Activision’s games from the PlayStation, it would not significantly harm competition in the console market. Activision, even without the acquisition, would not make its games
Governor Ron DeSantis insists his recent remarks attacking U.S. Senator Ted Cruz should not be viewed as an endorsement of the biblical call for gay people to be executed.
Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor Max will be celebrating Pride Month in June through a series of events, programming and partnerships highlighting LGBTQ+ voices. Among the initiatives will be partnerships with Them and Newfest to help amplify queer voices, stories and content. The streamer has planned an in-app Pride takeover of the LGBTQ+ Voices page which will highlight queer content premiering in June. Among the programs will be the premiere of the HBO documentary “The Stroll,” which tells the powerful and poignant history of transgender sex workers in New York’s pre-gentrified meatpacking district in the 1990s. The Max original documentary reality series “Naked. Loud. Proud.” will stream. HBO documentaries “Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed” and TaylorMac’s “24-Decade History of Popular Music” are set to air.
Variety.The idea behind the plan being that Activision Blizzard could utilize Time Warner’s IP for game development, and Time Warner could turn Activision Blizzard’s vast stable of games into films and television properties.Kotick also refuted the allegations that Activision Blizzard had internal systemic problems with harassment and toxicity. Those allegations came about in large part as a result of a 2021 civil suit filed by California’s Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) accusing Kotick’s company of enabling sexism, harassment and unequal pay for women.“We didn’t have any of what were mischaracterizations reported in the media,” Kotick said, responding to the claims.
Reese Witherspoon indulged on a family girls trip around Paris.
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Rozonda «Chilli» Thomas appears on Friday's episode of , and in ET's exclusive clip of her visit, the TLC artist opens up about finding love with her boyfriend, Matthew Lawrence, after searching for romance on her VH1 reality series, .«On my show, I always hoped that women would see the importance of having high standards. And I got a lot of flack for that, but I don't care,» the 52-year-old tells Hall about the 2010 series that chronicled her quest to find love with the help of Tionna T.
A loving mother. Tina Turner had four sons as she navigated life in the spotlight.
With summer fast approaching, many people are starting to think about holidays. While some opt for an all inclusive resort where they can relax all day on a beach or by a pool, others prefer a city break and the chance to get out and explore the local area.
Joey Essex has reunited with rarely-seen TOWIE star Tom Pearce after moving to Dubai and embarking on a new life. Joey, 32, moved to Dubai to start afresh earlier this month, following his stint on Dancing on Ice, after thieves reportedly broke into his home in January. He was said to have been left "horrified and shaken" when he discovered that thieves had broken in to his home in the countryside.
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press release by the European Data Protection Board (EDPB). The fine was leveled on the grounds that the company keeps transferring EU citizens’ personal data to the U.S.
Priscilla Presley and Riley Keough are moving on after settling on their legal battle. The celebrity family is “stronger than ever” after coming to an agreement, as revealed by Priscilla in a new statement to ET.“As a family, we are pleased that we resolved this together,” She revealed.
Khloe Kardashian is tired of the rumors. The 38-year-old reality star took to the comments section of a fan account to set the record straight regarding the relationship status between herself and the father of her two children, Tristan Thompson.Fans revamped their speculation that Khloe and Tristan were back together after Khloe's family — including her mom, Kris Jenner, sister Kim Kardashian, and niece North West — have all been seen publicly supporting the 32-year-old athlete at recent Los Angeles Lakers games.Khloe directly responded to a comment speculating that she and Tristan have rekindled their romance, writing, «Stop pushing this narrative.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger is getting real about the cheating scandal that led to the end of his marriage with Maria Shriver.In a new interview with , Schwarzenegger, who was promoting his new Netflix series, FUBAR, couldn't help but draw parallels between the divorced CIA operative he plays on-screen and his real life. While he admits there are key differences, Schwarzenegger said his split from Shriver was his «failure.»The couple met in 1977, and tied the knot on April 26, 1986, in Hyannis, Massachusetts. They would go on to welcome four children together — Katherine, 33, Christina, 31, Patrick, 29, and Christopher, 25.Shriver ultimately filed for divorce from the star back in July 2011, following the end of Schwarzenegger's tenure as governor of California, after he admitted to fathering son, Joseph Baena, now 25, with their longtime housekeeper Mildred Patricia Baena.
his emotional pre-taped sendoff that aired on April 14.He announced his surprise departure in February. Seacrest first joined Ripa in 2017 and went on to host alongside her for six seasons.He made his swansong announcement live on air, explaining that he wanted to relocate to Los Angeles, which was something that he said played a big role in his decision. “This is something that [Kelly] and I have been talking about for a long time, and it was a tough, tough decision,” Seacrest stated.
What’s going on between Tom Brady and Kim Kardashian, you ask? We’re getting *some* answers!
Overmono are continuing their international tour. The Welsh dance music duo just released their debut album, Good Lies, last Friday (May 12), and broke it down for the latest episode of The FADER Interview.
Two brothers have been jailed after they scammed more than £2m from people who they tricked into paying for European Health Insurance Card (EHICs).