Murdoch spins another media play: buys Vox assets, reshapes US lineup. Rupert Murdoch, 1931-born Aussie-American media titan behind News Corp.
Ted Turner, the founder of CNN, has died at 87. His life spanned philanthropy, conservation, entertainment and sports ownership. His most enduring legacy is creating the 24-hour news cycle through CNN, which transformed journalism and public discourse. His passing prompts questions about CNN’s future under new ownership.