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The U.S. Department of Justice has approved Paramount Skydance’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery after an eight‑month probe, concluding the merger is unlikely to harm competition in streaming, linear TV or theatrical film markets. The transaction still faces reviews by U.K. and EU regulators and possible lawsuits from state attorneys general.
Sir Rod Stewart has undergone a routine coronary stent procedure and is taking four weeks to recover. Promoters say remaining US and Mexico dates are cancelled; he has resumed daily life and looks forward to returning to the stage.
Dolly Parton has died; her nephew Bryan Seaver has announced the death on Instagram. The 80-year-old icon had recently faced health issues and had postponed events at Dollywood. No cause of death has been disclosed and her public health updates had indicated ongoing health challenges.
Sir Rod Stewart has paused his One Last Time tour after a coronary stent procedure. His partner says doctors require four weeks of rest, with shows in the US and Mexico canceled or postponed. Paris and Michaels stories are not connected; this piece focuses on Stewart’s health update and upcoming return.
Drivers have expressed interest in cameo roles for the Days of Thunder sequel, with filming set to begin next year. Tom Cruise has engaged with drivers at Daytona and networked with writers, while Hendrick Motorsports could be involved again and Jeff Gordon has pushed for the project.