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Murdoch family settles succession dispute; Lachlan in charge
Lachlan Murdoch secures control of media empire in deal ending family succession battle
Lachlan Murdoch secures control of media empire in deal ending family succession battle.
– Lachlan Murdoch becomes head of the family media assets after a succession battle.
– His siblings receive $1.1 billion each in the buyout agreement.
The succession battle at Rupert Murdoch’s media empire has concluded. According to Bloomberg, Lachlan Murdoch, his eldest son, will take control of the family’s media assets, which include Fox News, The Wall Street Journal, and The Times in the UK.
His three older siblings will receive approximately $1.1 billion each for their shares. This resolution follows a legal dispute among Murdoch’s eldest children, reminiscent of the HBO series “Succession.” Lachlan’s leadership is significant, as he is perceived as the most conservative sibling. He has been the chairman of News Corp since 2023, overseeing numerous publications.
The siblings initially challenged their father’s attempt to shift voting power, a project he called “Project Family Harmony.” Murdoch believed Lachlan was best suited to lead the empire.
Trust Agreement
The family agreed on a buyout after extensive negotiations. A Nevada commissioner previously ruled that Rupert and Lachlan acted in bad faith regarding trust terms. News Corp expressed confidence in Lachlan’s leadership as pivotal for the company’s future success.
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Poland downs Russian drones amid airspace breach
Poland intercepted suspected Russian drones, sparking emergency meetings and military readiness amid tensions over Ukraine’s conflict.
Poland intercepted suspected Russian drones, sparking emergency meetings and military readiness amid tensions over Ukraine’s conflict.
Poland has intercepted suspected Russian drones that entered its airspace during an attack on Ukraine.
Prime Minister Donald Tusk called the incident an act of aggression, prompting emergency meetings, heightened military readiness, and a temporary closure of Polish airports.
NATO leaders are preparing to meet and discuss possible collective action.
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Oracle stock surges, pushing Ellison toward richest title
Oracle shares soar 43%, pushing Larry Ellison closer to top billionaire status amid AI cloud contract boom
Oracle shares soar 43%, pushing Larry Ellison closer to top billionaire status amid AI cloud contract boom
– Oracle shares rose 43% to $345.69, nearing a trillion-dollar valuation after multi-billion-dollar contracts were announced.
– Co-founder Larry Ellison’s net worth increased to $392.6 billion, making him a contender for the world’s richest person.
The surge boosts co-founder Larry Ellison’s net worth to approximately $392.6 billion, making him a contender for the world’s richest person, currently held by Elon Musk at $439.9 billion.
Oracle expects to see a market valuation around $913 billion if gains hold, contributing an additional $234 billion.
Market Dynamics
Oracle’s significant contracts include one with OpenAI for about $300 billion in computing power over five years.
The partnership is critical as Oracle aims to expand its market share, currently dominated by Microsoft, Amazon, and Google, which collectively hold 65%.
The company also supports AI startups, including xAI, founded by Musk, affirming its essential role in upcoming large-scale AI infrastructure projects, projected to reach $500 billion.
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Charlie Kirk has died following shooting at Utah university
Charlie Kirk shot during speech at Utah Valley University as law enforcement investigates the incident
Charlie Kirk shot during speech at Utah Valley University as law enforcement investigates the incident
– Charlie Kirk, conservative commentator, was shot during a speech at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.
– Authorities are investigating the incident, with the community showing strong support for Kirk.
Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative commentator, has died after he was shot while speaking at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.
The incident occurred around noon local time, with video footage circulating on social media showing the moment shots were fired.Kirk is the founder and CEO of Turning Point USA, a significant conservative youth organisation active across 3,500 college campuses.
He has been influential on the right and is known for his podcast and “Prove Me Wrong” debates.
Kirk, 31, also played a key role in Donald Trump’s outreach to young voters during the 2024 election.
The university, located in Orem, Utah, is home to over 46,000 students, making it the largest in the state.
Ongoing Updates
Authorities are actively investigating the shooting, and further developments are expected.
Community response has been strong, with calls for prayers and support for Kirk following the incident.
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