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J.K. Rowling To Be Subject Of BBC Documentary

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The BBC is planning to examine the life and career of J.K. Rowling in a two-part documentary that is likely to spark significant scrutiny.

The UK broadcaster has commissioned Rogan Productions (Grenfell: Uncovered) to produce J.K. Rowling (working title), exploring the author’s dramatic rise, cultural influence, and contested legacy.

The first episode will spotlight the creation of Harry Potter and the stratospheric success of the wizarding universe created by Rowling.

The second episode will examine her interventions on Scottish independence, feminism, free speech and gender identity, which place her at the heart of increasingly bitter online exchanges.

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‘Industry’ Star Myha’la Claims “Racial Bias” Baked Into ‘The Traitors’

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Myha’la Herrold has claimed that “unconscious racial and cultural bias exists” in The Traitors format, but that she sealed her own fate after exiting the celebrity version on the BBC.

The Industry actress was banished from Season 2 of The Celebrity Traitors last week and has reflected on her experience on the Studio Lambert series in an Instagram post.

In a comment under the post, entrepreneur Chantel Sachanna claimed: “Unfortunately you were banished because you are BLACK. This is a consistent thread in this racist show.”

In response, Myha’la said she would have fully agreed with Sachanna had she not played a significant role in her own downfall, including winking at Richard E. Grant before he was banished as a traitor.

“I sealed my own fate! And that early in the game there is VERY little to grasp on to, and I gave them…a lot,” Myha’la she said.

“However, I do agree that unconscious racial and cultural bias exists in this game where my authenticity or honesty or the ways in which I choose to express myself look suspicious to people who are unfamiliar with people like me.”

She continued: “I had this fear coming into the game, as I am a BIG fan and also clocked right away how prevalent this is in this game. And I came in knowing I’d be the only American (apart from Honorary British National Treasure Jerry Hall).

“I’m not saying it’s right, I’m not saying racism doesn’t exist, but I do have to defend my dear friends on this show who in no way consciously put bias on me because of my race.”

Myha’la added: “That’s not a fair or complete assessment of what really happened in my case. And! I do think games like this should allow more conversation around unconscious bias and how, when under pressure, people (society) gravitate towards things they know and understand or subsequently push away from things they don’t. It’s all love, and I REALLY genuinely appreciate your support.”

The BBC has been approached for comment.

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Netflix Scores Exclusive Rights To Stream FIFA World Cup 2030 In Spain

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In a significant statement of intent about its live ambitions, Netflix will exclusively stream every FIFA World Cup 2030 game live in Spain and Andorra.

With defending FIFA World Cup 2026 champions Spain serving as one of the competition’s three host nations — alongside Morocco and Portugal — Netflix will feature full live coverage of the tournament. Financial details were not disclosed.

RTVE, the state-owned Spanish network, broadcast the FIFA World Cup 2026.

As part of the deal, Netflix will make one match a day available for free in Spain. A package of matches, including every Spain match, both semi-finals and the final, will be made available for broadcast on a national free-to-air broadcaster. Details are yet to be confirmed.

“Few events unite people like the World Cup,” said Bela Bajaria, chief content officer at Netflix. “I was in the stands this year as Spain lifted the trophy and witnessed the passion, the pride, the stories — they all become part of a nation’s culture and are remembered for generations.”

Mattias Grafström, FIFA secretary general, said: “We are pleased to build on our partnership with Netflix as we look ahead to the FIFA World Cup 2030. This will be a special edition of the tournament, and we look forward to working together to bring it to fans across Spain and Andorra. Our shared ambition is to bring fans closer to the game and enable as many people as possible to share in the excitement of the competition.”

The World Cup deal builds on Netflix’s other live events, including rights to the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 and 2031, NFL games, MLB, and WWE.

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Movistar Plus & Skydance Extend Partnership

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Spain’s Movistar Plus and Skydance today said they have extended their “strategic alliance” through a new two-year global agreement.

The deal extension is one of the first big international pacts confirmed by Skydance since it closed its mega merger with Warners.

Under the deal, the two entities will launch a joint label for local original projects developed by both companies. The announcement said the projects will have “national and international ambitions.” The series will premiere simultaneously on Movistar Plus and HBO Max in Spain. The first two titles to carry the joint Originals label are:

  • ‘Veredicto’, a Movistar Plus and HBO Original series produced in collaboration with Ikiru Films and Luminol Media, created by Eduard Sola, Pol Cortecans and Daniel González from an original idea by Carles Porta, and starring Nagore Aranburu, Ernesto Alterio, Alba Flores, Omar Ayuso, Secun de la Rosa, Alfredo Castro, Marc Soler, Júlia Mascort, Cris Blanco and Mamen Duch.
  • A new Movistar Plus and HBO Original series from Carles Porta and Los Moriarti (Maspalomas, Marco, The Endless Trench), starring Anna Castillo, Pol López and Eduard Fernández.

The agreement also includes the renewal of a selection of Skydance TV channels available on Movistar Plus. The renewed line-up includes Warner TV, TCM, Discovery, Eurosport 1 and Eurosport 2, as well as the Cartoon Network VOD service. Movistar Plus will also continue to have access to first-run films and catalogue titles from Warner Bros. Pictures. The agreement includes non-exclusive rights to the PGA Tour. The deal will run from July 2026 through December 2027.

Alfonso Gómez Palacio, CEO of Movistar Plus, said in a statement: “This agreement strengthens our long-standing strategic partnership with Skydance and allows us to continue offering our customers one of the most comprehensive entertainment propositions in the market, combining the best user experience with some of the most recognized content and brands in the audiovisual industry.”

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