Cartoon Network Website Shutters, AMC Networks Swings to Q2 Loss and Black Women Brace for Racist, Sexist Attacks

Plus: DOJ accuses Smartmatic executives of bribery, Crooked Media union reaches contract pact and 3rd suspect arrested in thwarted Taylor Swift attack [The Amazing World of Gumball]( [Cartoon Network Website Shuts Down, Visitors Redirected to Max]( By Lucas Manfredi Warner Bros. Discovery has shut down Cartoon Network’s website and is redirecting visitors to Max. “Looking for episodes of your favorite Cartoon Network shows? Check out what’s available to stream on Max (subscription required),” a pop-up message says on a new landing page for the streamer that has replaced the site. “Sign up for Max, where you can also create a Kids Profile with ratings restrictions and additional privacy protections to keep it fun and kid-friendly! Cable subscribers, continue to enjoy your favorite CN programming on your TV and connected apps as well!” [Read More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [AMC Networks Swings to Q2 Net Loss of $29.2 Million, US Ad Revenue Falls 11% on Linear TV Challenges]( By Lucas Manfredi AMC Networks swung to a net loss of $29.2 million as the company recorded $97 million in impairment and other charges in its second quarter of 2024. The loss included a $68 million goodwill impairment charge related to the devaluation of its international business, which was found during an assessment of the unit triggered by a decline in the company’s stock price. It also included a $29 million long-lived asset impairment charge at BBC America after the company performed a recoverability test and determined that the carrying amount of the asset exceeded its fair value. [Read More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Kamala Harris Black women]( [Elated by Kamala Harris’ Historic Campaign, Black Women Brace for Racist and Sexist Attacks but Say They're Destined to Backfire]( By Raquel ‘Rocky’ Harris From the Underground Railroad to Black Lives Matter to the #MeToo movement or solidifying voter rights in Georgia, Black women have demonstrated throughout American history a commitment to equality and human rights. That type of dedication was on display July 21, the same day President Joe Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to replace him as the Democratic presidential nominee. A total 44,000 Black women gathered on Zoom and raised more than $1.5 million for Harris in just three hours. [Read More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Smartmatic]( [Smartmatic Executives Charged by Justice Department Over Alleged Bribery Scheme Â]( [A group of four men stand in a dressing room with mirrors around the edges of the room and counters.]( [Crooked Media Workers Union Reaches Contract Agreement After Contentious Bargaining]( [Taylor Swift attends the 2024 Grammys]( [3rd Suspect Arrested in Thwarted Taylor Swift Austria Concert Terror Attack]( [Hollywood Holding on- Phil Stark]( [A Sitcom Writer-Turned-Psychologist Counsels Hollywood Workers on the ‘Industry Apocalypse’Â]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [WrapPRO logo] Discover why entertainment executives and professionals rely on the WrapPRO platform daily for exclusive coverage, analysis, deeper reporting, and access to VIP events & screenings throughout the year. [Subscribe Today]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( TheWrap | 2034 Armacost Ave Los Angeles, CA 90025 [Preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( [LiveIntent Logo]( [AdChoices Logo](