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Harry Potter

Residents of York's medieval Shambles claim street has become a "Disneyfied" Harry Potter theme park

Locals and preservationists in York are raising alarms over the transformation of the historic Shambles, one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval streets, into what they describe as a "Disneyfied" tourist trap.

21 Apr 2026-15:58
Primrose Hill murder suspect tells jury "police got the wrong person"

A man accused of murdering a 21-year-old who was fatally stabbed on Primrose Hill told a court today that officers ‘have the wrong person’.

13 Apr 2026-17:10
Netflix pushes for new franchises after missing Harry Potter

Netflix is intensifying its search for long-lasting entertainment franchises after failing to secure a major deal for Warner Bros. Discovery assets, including iconic titles like Harry Potter and Game of Thrones.

02 Apr 2026-14:35
First trailer for Harry Potter TV series unveils exciting new twist - VIDEO

After an extensive casting process and a secretive production, Harry, Ron, and Hermione are set to return to Hogwarts.

26 Mar 2026-16:58
Warner Bros reviews Paramount’s higher bid amid Netflix fight

Warner Bros Discovery is considering a revised bid from Paramount Skydance as the battle for the Hollywood studio heats up. The value of the new offer has not been disclosed, but it is higher than Paramount’s previous $30-per-share bid, or $108.4 billion including debt, according to a source familiar with the matter.

24 Feb 2026-17:57
Warner Bros may revive sale talks with Paramount

Warner Bros. Discovery is considering reopening sale negotiations with Paramount Skydance after receiving an updated offer.

16 Feb 2026-09:27
Netflix earnings eyed as Warner Bros bid takes spotlight

Netflix reports fourth-quarter results on Tuesday, but investors are more focused on its effort to buy Warner Bros, a move that could reshape Hollywood’s streaming landscape.

16 Jan 2026-16:16
Rupert Grint: “I’ll never step out of Ron Weasley’s shadow”

Actor Rupert Grint says he has accepted that his identity will always be closely tied to Ron Weasley, the role that made him a global star. Grint said the connection to Harry Potter still brings him pride — even 14 years after the final film’s release.

24 Nov 2025-10:59
Netflix explores major bid for Warner Bros Discovery studio and HBO

Netflix is exploring a potential bid to acquire Warner Bros Discovery’s studio and streaming assets, according to multiple sources familiar with the talks. The streaming giant has hired investment bank Moelis & Co — the same firm behind Skydance’s successful Paramount deal — and has been granted access to financial data to evaluate an offer.

31 Oct 2025-17:46
Harry Potter reunion ‘will never happen’ due to JK Rowling’, says director

Chris Columbus, director of the first two Harry Potter films, has said a reunion of the original cast “will never happen” because of JK Rowling’s controversial views on transgender issues.

01 Sep 2025-11:55