Shares in Warner Bros Discovery and Paramount Skydance have surged following reports that Paramount Skydance is preparing a full takeover bid for its rival. The potential deal comes amid growing scrutiny from President Donald Trump’s administration and ongoing transformation in the media landscape shaped by streaming.
Kristian Nairn, the 49-year-old actor best known for playing Hodor in HBO’s Game of Thrones, has withdrawn from Strictly Come Dancing due to mental health struggles. Nairn, who recently appeared in HBO Max's Our Flag Means Death, expressed sorrow over the decision, citing overwhelming stress and emotional pain. His exit follows shortly after the official line-up announcement, leaving fans and the show's producers heartbroken.
