All the early morning news you need for Thursday, May 16
The updated calendar also sets release dates for new entries from the Avatar and Star Wars franchises.
• The previous record was held by Star Wars: The Force Awakens
• The Walt Disney Company has provided an overview of Disney’s direct-to-consumer strategy
• The school holidays continues to produce big numbers
• Stan subscribers will be able to watch content from Disney’s biggest brands
Lachlan Murdoch has also revealed he will be the chairman and CEO of the new business.
The controversial Fox News Channel dominated the cable news landscape
The box office for the start of the new financial year was down 13% on the previous weekend.
• Ruling clears transaction, but Disney can’t buy Fox Sports Regional Networks
Rupert Murdoch says new Disney offer will unlock more value for shareholders.
Disney has signed an amended acquisition agreement with 21st Century Fox.
Revenues for the top 20 movies on the weekend surged 32% on the previous weekend.
'Network Ten is appalled and disgusted with Ms Barr’s racist tweet.'