Hollywood strikes taking a toll on California's economy
In California, film and television production accounts for more than 700,000 jobs and nearly $70 billion a year in wages.
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Studios, WGA consider restarting negotiations
As the Writer's Guild of America strike nears 100 days, Hollywood writers and studios met Friday to discuss whether to restart negotiations. The Hollywood Reporter's Katie Kilkenny spoke with CBS News about what this could mean for both the actors' and writers' strikes.
A-listers donate $1 million each to SAG-AFTRA relief fund
SAG-AFTRA Foundation President Courtney B. Vance announced the group has raised over $15 million for its financial assistance program, with donations of $1 million or more from A-listers.
Striking Hollywood writers reps to speak with studios about resuming talks
The writers' union says the studios asked for a meeting to discuss restarting contract talks. A joint writers-actors walkout has crippled Hollywood production.
Impact of Hollywood strikes being felt across the pond
"I'd rather be on set today, but today's job is to be here making sure that people less fortunate than me get paid properly."
Hollywood expects earnings bumps amid strikes
U.S. entertainment companies are widely expected to see a quarterly earnings bump driven by the ongoing strikes. The Writers Guild has been on strike for more than three months and the Screen Actors Guild voted to join them in July. Alex Weprin, media and business writer for the Hollywood Reporter, joined CBS News to discuss where the money is going.
Hollywood strike hurting Canada film industry
The actor and writer strikes have already delayed production on a number of major Hollywood movies and shows, but the impact of the strikes goes beyond Hollywood. Productions are also slowing down in Vancouver, Canada, known as Hollywood North. Gemma Martini, chair of the Motion Picture Production Industry Association of British Columbia, joined CBS News to talk about the situation.
Dwayne Johnson makes 7-figure donation to SAG-AFTRA relief fund
It marks the largest single-donation in the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's history.
Hollywood strikes could fuel creator economy
The simultaneous writers' and actors' strikes have left Hollywood at a standstill, and that could reshape the entertainment industry as we know it. Some well-established actors and writers had been making a living off social media content -- even before SAG-AFTRA and the Writers Guild started picketing. Washington Post reporter Drew Harwell joins CBS News to discuss "the creator economy" and how it could affect the future of entertainment.
How 1960, 2023 Hollywood strikes compare
The last time writers and actors were on strike at the same time was 1960. In that work stoppage, unions won residuals, industry health care and pension plans that provided benefits for thousands of Hollywood workers. Writers and actors are again on the picket lines, fighting with the studios about pay in an era of new technology. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more on the similarities between the two strikes.
"Barbie" has biggest opening day of 2023, "Oppenheimer" not far behind
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Big brands helping build "Barbie" buzz
The "Barbie" movie is out and the marketing leading up to the big release, in addition to collaboration with big brands, has reinvigorated people's long-time love for Mattel's iconic doll. Hope King, senior business reporter for Axios, joins CBS News to talk about the marketing blitz for "Barbie."
The Uplift: Hollywood secrets
Get the backstory to the Wilhelm scream – a famous film sound effect that dates back to the 1950s – and find out how the original recording of the scream was recently unearthed. See a town in Ireland attempt to break the record for most people dressed as Dolly Parton in one place. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
Takeaways from Netflix's quarterly earnings
With compensation from streaming platforms front and center in actor and writer strikes, all eyes were on Netflix Wednesday as the streamer reported its latest earnings. The company posted $8.2 billion in revenue and 5.9 million new subscribers. Nicole Sperling, media and entertainment reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News to explain what those numbers mean for the strikes and for the streaming industry.
Tree trimming by major studio amid heat wave and strike sparks investigation
Members of SAG-AFTRA joined thousands of writers on strike after failing to reach an agreement with Hollywood studios.
"Oppenheimer" is so long its IMAX film reel is almost too big for projectors
"Oppenheimer" is set to run in 30 IMAX theaters when it premiers, and director Christopher Nolan recommends seeing it in that format.
SAG-AFTRA's Fran Drescher says union is being stonewalled amid strike
"I wish we would be talking to the other side," said Drescher, adding, "they're punishing us."
How Hollywood strikes could affect box office
SAG-AFTRA's strike is less than a week old. And although the writers of the WGA have been on the picket lines since May, it may seem like this year's summer blockbusters wouldn't be affected by the work stoppages. Elaine Low, staff writer for The Ankler, has more on how the strikes could affect box office profits.
U.S. sees record number of labor strikes
It's being called the "hot labor summer." From Hollywood to hotels, workers have been walking off the job -- recent data from Cornell University shows around 119,000 U.S. workers were on strike as of May. Seth Harris, former acting U.S. Labor Secretary in 2013 under then-President Obama, joins CBS News to discuss what's driving the recent wave of strikes and how increased strike activity could affect the economy.
Actors and writers striking in Hollywood
The actors of SAG-AFTRA have joined the writers of the WGA for the first tandem walkout of those film and television industry unions since 1960. Jeff Astrof, a WGA writer and producer, joined CBS News to talk about the situation.
Media mogul: Hollywood execs, top actors should take 25% pay cut
The media mogul said the strikes could potentially cause an "absolute collapse" of the industry if a settlement is not reached before September.
Swisher on Hollywood's "expensive" shift to streaming
"Pivot" podcast host Kara Swisher tells "Face the Nation" that amid the Hollywood strikes, the real issue is the shift to streaming, which, while "necessary and important," is "expensive" and "the economics aren't worked out."
Face The Nation: Swisher, McCaul, Sullivan
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on...podcast host Kara Swisher tells "Face the Nation" that amid the Hollywood strikes, the real issue is the shift to streaming, Rep. Michael McCaul of Texas tells "Face the Nation" that although the National Defense Authorization Act only received four Democrat votes in the House due to GOP-added restrictions on abortion, he believes it will ultimately be a "bipartisan bill", and Jake Sullivan tells "Face the Nation" that "we have indicated to North Korea that we're prepared to sit down and talk without preconditions about their nuclear program."
Diller recommends pay cut for execs to end strike
Barry Diller, IAC chairman and senior executive, tells "Face the Nation" that as a "good-faith measure," top Hollywood executives and actors should take a 25% pay cut to end the dual SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes.
The history of the blockbuster movie
It's been assumed that the Hollywood summer blockbuster was born with the 1975 release of "Jaws," followed two years later by "Star Wars." But the film industry's desire for box office blockbusters existed long before a great white shark prowled the waters off Amity.
Nations at COP29 climate talks agree on $300 billion a year for poor countries
The $300 billion will go to developing countries who need the cash to wean themselves off coal, oil and gas.
GOP senator blocks promotion of general involved in Afghanistan withdrawal
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Here's who Trump has picked for Cabinet and other top jobs
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Trump picks former White House aide Brooke Rollins to lead the USDA
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Trump selects Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary
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Singer-songwriter Khalid comes out as gay after being outed
The Grammy nominee, 26, posted a rainbow flag emoji and short statement, then added in another post that he had been "outted."
$20 million settlement reached in death of woman fatally shot by officer
Teresa Gomez, 45, was fatally shot in 2023 after a Las Cruces police officer on a bicycle approached her while she sat in a parked car with another person, authorities said.
Dartmouth sorority, fraternity members charged in student's drowning death
Police in New Hampshire, where Dartmouth is located, announced that Alpha Phi was charged with one count of facilitating an underage alcohol house.
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GOP senator blocks promotion of general involved in Afghanistan withdrawal
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Trump picks former White House aide Brooke Rollins to lead the USDA
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$20 million settlement reached in death of woman fatally shot by officer
Teresa Gomez, 45, was fatally shot in 2023 after a Las Cruces police officer on a bicycle approached her while she sat in a parked car with another person, authorities said.
Dartmouth sorority, fraternity members charged in student's drowning death
Police in New Hampshire, where Dartmouth is located, announced that Alpha Phi was charged with one count of facilitating an underage alcohol house.
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Who is Scott Bessent? What to know about Trump's Treasury secretary pick.
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Trump selects Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary
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Walmart must pay driver it accused of fraud $35 million, jury says
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Supreme Court takes up FCC fund dispute over subsidies for rural telecom services
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GOP senator blocks promotion of general involved in Afghanistan withdrawal
Lt. Gen. Christopher Donahue was slated to be promoted to a four-star rank and take command of the U.S. Army in Europe.
Trump picks former White House aide Brooke Rollins to lead the USDA
The sprawling U.S. Department of Agriculture controls policies, regulations and aid programs related to farming, forestry, ranching, food quality and nutrition.
Trump meets with NATO head in Florida for talks on global security
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Trump nominates Marty Makary, who opposed COVID vaccine mandates, to head FDA
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Trump selects Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Labor secretary
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1 infant dead in California, 9 hospitalized in latest listeria outbreak
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E. coli outbreak in St. Louis sickens 106, hospitalizes 2
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What to know about the newly identified chemical in U.S. drinking water
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Whole Foods organic carrots and celery recalled amid E. coli outbreak
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Nations at COP29 climate talks agree on $300 billion a year for poor countries
The $300 billion will go to developing countries who need the cash to wean themselves off coal, oil and gas.
Russia bans child adoption from countries that allow gender transition
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Kayaker's leg amputated after 20-hour rescue to free him from rocks
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Israeli airstrikes kill at least 20 in Beirut as diplomats push for cease-fire
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A craving for good food flips gender roles in Italy
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Singer-songwriter Khalid comes out as gay after being outed
The Grammy nominee, 26, posted a rainbow flag emoji and short statement, then added in another post that he had been "outted."
Jonathan Majors' ex-girlfriend drops assault and defamation lawsuit
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The Coward Brothers perform "Early Shirley"
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The Coward Brothers on new album
The Coward Brothers — better known as Elvis Costello and T Bone Burnett — began playing together more than 40 years ago, but until this week, the duo hadn't released any new music since 2006. Now, their new, self-titled album is earning critical acclaim. The pair opened up to CBS Saturday Morning about their fictional personas and that long hiatus earlier this week.
The Coward Brothers perform "Tipsy Woman"
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Who has the best Black Friday tech prices?
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AI grandma fights back against scammers
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Australia could ban social media for kids
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DOJ targets Google's search engine monopoly
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How are U.S. winters permanently changing?
This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.
Emperor penguin found on Australian beach released at sea after 20 days of care
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Iceland volcano flares in region's 7th eruption in one year
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How collecting pine cones helps renew Oregon forests after wildfires
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Restoring forests decimated by wildfires
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$20 million settlement reached in death of woman fatally shot by officer
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Police chief kills himself as troops close in to arrest him in Mexico
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U.S. accuses former Colombia general of extrajudicial killings
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4.78 tons of cocaine, $193,000 in cash found in shipping containers
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84-year-old Texas man accused of killing roommate and her dog
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Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
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Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
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The Coward Brothers perform "Early Shirley"
The Coward Brothers — better known as Elvis Costello and T Bone Burnett — began playing together more than 40 years ago, but until this week, the duo hadn't released any new music since 2006. Now, their new, self-titled album is earning critical acclaim. Now, from "The Coward Brothers," here are the Coward Brothers with "Early Shirley."
The Coward Brothers on new album
The Coward Brothers — better known as Elvis Costello and T Bone Burnett — began playing together more than 40 years ago, but until this week, the duo hadn't released any new music since 2006. Now, their new, self-titled album is earning critical acclaim. The pair opened up to CBS Saturday Morning about their fictional personas and that long hiatus earlier this week.
The Coward Brothers perform "Tipsy Woman"
The Coward Brothers — better known as Elvis Costello and T Bone Burnett — began playing together more than 40 years ago, but until this week, the duo hadn't released any new music since 2006. Now, their new, self-titled album is earning critical acclaim. Now, from "The Coward Brothers," here are the Coward Brothers with "Tipsy Woman."
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