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  1. U.K.'s Channel 4 to Sell Ads for BT Sports Channels

    U.K.'s Channel 4 to Sell Ads for BT Sports Channels

    4:43 am PDT 5/2/2013
    • Stuart Kemp
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    The telecom giant is looking for the broadcaster to bring in ad revenue for two new networks and Britain's ESPN, which BT recently agreed to buy. READ MORE

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    J.J. Abrams Says John Williams Likely to Score 'Star Wars: Episode VII'

    J.J. Abrams Says John Williams Likely to Score 'Star Wars: Episode VII'

    4:22 pm PDT 4/30/2013
    • Philiana Ng
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    The director for "Episode VII" said at a "Star Trek Into Darkness" press conference that he believes Williams will work on the film. READ MORE

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  3. ESPN Responds to Chris Broussard's On-Air Anti-Gay Comments

    ESPN Responds to Chris Broussard's On-Air Anti-Gay Comments

    8:11 pm PDT 4/29/2013
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    UPDATED: The NBA reporter appeared on "Outside the Lines" in a segment dedicated to Jason Collins, who came out as gay on Monday. READ MORE

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  4. Watch Video ESPN's Chris Broussard Calls Homosexuality a Sin During Jason Collins Segment (Video)

    ESPN's Chris Broussard Calls Homosexuality a Sin During Jason Collins Segment (Video)

    1:28 pm PDT 4/29/2013
    • Michael O'Connell
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    The NBA reporter is under fire for quoting the Bible on the cable network while discussing the Washington Wizards center's decision to come out. READ MORE

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    Crystal & Lucy Awards to Honor George Lucas, Laura Linney

    Crystal & Lucy Awards to Honor George Lucas, Laura Linney

    12:05 pm PDT 4/29/2013
    • Philiana Ng
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    Sofia Coppola, Hailee Steinfeld and the stars of "Mad Men" will receive awards at the June 12 event. READ MORE

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    'Star Wars' Gets Dubbed into Navajo

    'Star Wars' Gets Dubbed into Navajo

    11:23 am PDT 4/25/2013
    • Andy Lewis
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    "Episode IV: A New Hope" becomes the first blockbuster to get translated into a native American language READ MORE

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  7. Musicians Union Pickets Marvel for Outsourcing Scoring Overseas

    Musicians Union Pickets Marvel for Outsourcing Scoring Overseas

    1:46 pm PDT 4/23/2013
    • Jonathan Handel
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    The AFM says the studio that is producing "Captain America 2" is taking actions that are “un-American and unfair.” READ MORE

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  8. Report: M&A Activity Surges 75 Percent in Entertainment and Media

    Report: M&A Activity Surges 75 Percent in Entertainment and Media

    9:41 pm PDT 4/22/2013
    • Paul Bond
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    A demand for content and bandwidth among consumers will fuel the desire for companies to strike deals this year and beyond. READ MORE

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  9. Profits up 20 Percent at Tokyo Disney Resorts to a Record $804 Million

    8:47 am PDT 4/22/2013
    • Gavin J. Blair
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    30th Anniversary celebrations this year predicted to push revenue and crowds even higher. READ MORE

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  10. Hasbro First-Quarter Revenue Helped by One Direction, Marvel Products

    Hasbro First-Quarter Revenue Helped by One Direction, Marvel Products

    4:14 am PDT 4/22/2013
    • Georg Szalai
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    UPDATED: Angry Birds Star Wars, G.I. Joe and Transformers games and toys also contributed to revenue, while first-quarter earnings were hit by restructuring charges. READ MORE

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  11. Lucasfilm President Discusses China Deals

    Lucasfilm President Discusses China Deals

    5:20 am PDT 4/21/2013
    • Clarence Tsui
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    Kathleen Kennedy in Beijing also unveils that Walt Disney has pledged $1 million for Chinese earthquake victims. READ MORE

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  12. George Lucas, Mellody Hobson Set June Wedding in Chicago

    George Lucas, Mellody Hobson Set June Wedding in Chicago

    5:03 pm PDT 4/17/2013
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    The “Star Wars” mastermind will marry his longtime girlfriend after former New Jersey Sen. Bill Bradley gives away the bride. READ MORE

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  13. 'Star Wars' Actor Richard LeParmentier Dies at 66

    'Star Wars' Actor Richard LeParmentier Dies at 66

    9:26 am PDT 4/17/2013
    • Erik Hayden
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    His role in the original 1977 blockbuster included a run-in with Darth Vader. READ MORE

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  14. Walt Disney to Launch Free-TV Channel in Germany

    Walt Disney to Launch Free-TV Channel in Germany

    3:45 am PDT 4/17/2013
    • Scott Roxborough
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    The new Disney Channel, set to launch in January, will be in direct competition with Disney joint venture Super RTL. READ MORE

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  15. Therapy Content Secures Life Rights to Terry Fox Story

    10:47 am PDT 4/12/2013
    • Etan Vlessing
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    The indie producer plans a theatrical feature based on the young Canadian amputee's 1980s cross-country marathon interrupted by a return bout with cancer and eventual death. READ MORE

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  16. Anticipation for 'Man of Steel' and 'The Great Gatsby' Divides the Sexes: Poll

    Anticipation for 'Man of Steel' and 'The Great Gatsby' Divides the Sexes: Poll

    4:19 pm PDT 4/9/2013
    • Paul Bond
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    New findings from Fandango exposes a disparity in which summer releases men and women are looking forward to most. READ MORE

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  17. Disney to Lay Off 150 in Film Division

    Disney to Lay Off 150 in Film Division

    2:39 pm PDT 4/8/2013
    • Paul Bond
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    UPDATED: Home entertainment, marketing, animation, music departments targeted, insiders confirm to THR. READ MORE

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  18. MIPTV: Michael Eisner to Make 'Mysticons' Cartoon With Canada's Nelvana (Exclusive)

    MIPTV: Michael Eisner to Make 'Mysticons' Cartoon With Canada's Nelvana (Exclusive)

    11:00 pm PDT 4/7/2013
    • Etan Vlessing
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    The ex-Disney CEO's Tornante Co. shingle pacts with the Canadian animation maker to produce the animated boys action series. READ MORE

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  19. Disney Planning Layoffs (Report)

    Disney Planning Layoffs (Report)

    6:49 pm PDT 4/4/2013
    • Paul Bond
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    The move is said to stem from an internal audit ordered by CEO Bob Iger, who is seeking to cut costs. READ MORE

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  20. ESPN Spent $5 Million in Legal Fees Defending Its Licensing Contracts

    11:23 am PDT 4/4/2013
    • Eriq Gardner
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    After saying it prevailed at a trial against Dish Network, the leading sports network demands reimbursement of its costs. READ MORE

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