David Zaslav, the longtime TV executive who created Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. but ultimately failed to keep it going as an independent company, made about $600 million on the sale of the business to Paramount Skydance Corp. this week.
Much of Zaslav’s compensation came in the form of stock options. Warner Bros. stockholders received $31 a share in cash in the sale, a nearly 25% increase from when the stock first began trading in April of 2022. The Standard & Poor’s 500 rose 76% over that period.
Many other Warner executives received large paydays, including streaming boss JB Perrette and strategy chief Bruce Campbell. A spokesperson said Zaslav doubled the number of employees overall who received stock awards.
The new company, now called Skydance Corp. and led by technology scion David Ellison, is one of the largest media businesses in the world, comprising the century-old Paramount and Warner Bros. movie studios, dozens of TV networks, like CBS and CNN, as well as the Paramount+ and HBO Max streaming services.
Christopher Palmeri and Dylan Sloan report for Bloomberg.
Antler’s bag is ideal for running around all day or taking as hand luggageCredit: Antler
A GREAT work bag is hard to find, so when one comes along at half the RRP, well, that’s tough to resist.
Antler’s Icon Tote Bag in a beige sand hue has dropped from £120 to £60, bagging shoppers a tidy £60.
The tote bag is easy to pack and comfortable to carryCredit: Antler
Icon Tote Bag, £60 (was £120), from Antler
Shoppers have given the tote a five-star rating, describing it as being ‘very practical’ for travelling as a carry-on, but also for getaways or office days, with one noting: “This is the perfect work bag that I have been searching long and high for.
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“It’s roomy enough to hold my laptop and headset, with a coffee and water bottle, notebook and possibly more.”
A second added: “Perfect for both work and social outings, 100% recommend.”
It comes in khaki and black for £72, and is made from 100% recycled, water-resistant fabric and features a full zip-top closure, so your precious belongings are protected whatever the weather.
It can fit laptops up to 16-inches, and there are eight internal slip pockets to keep everything in place.
And that’s not all: the tote features a water bottle holder too, while the external front pocket offers easy access for essentials.
Antler has also slashed the price of the Expandable Cabin Suitcase (now £105, down from £175) and the Medium Suitcase (now £164.50, down from £235.00), just in time for the October half term for those planning a family trip.
The tote comes in two other colour optionsCredit: Antler
It boasts a 4.9 rating based on 360 reviews: “It’s so spacious with lots of compartments that makes it perfect for travelling or if you have a busy job.”
There’s also the Typo Mode Tote from Cotton On, available in strawberry milk and cloud, which has been reduced from £30 to £15.
If you’re going away, this top-rated electric toothbrush is £185 off at Boots and comes with a travel case — the high street retailer has also launched a Fragrance Advent Calendar with several minis, perfect for slipping into your new tote bag.
