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We need to provide alternative to onslaught of negativity that is harming our children
In young people in particular, ‘sad crying’ is one way we reach out when we are frightened, anxious, or stressed, and need support. Crying activates the body in a healthy way. It is definitely not the moment to reject the person crying, to call on them to ‘toughen up’, or ‘to be a man’.
- by William McKeith
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Nine Entertainment
Sports rights bubble shows signs of bursting
A soft result for EPL rights in the UK suggests the glory days are over. Cricket and tennis rights in Australia will be the next test.
- by John McDuling
Social media
'Bad business': Apple, Google, Amazon pressured to cut ties with NRA
Some of the biggest names in corporate America are coming under mounting pressure to cut ties with the National Rifle Association.
- by Reuters
News Corp
Sky News Australia in talks with Seven and Nine
Sky News Australia could be shown on free-to-air television for the first time with Rupert Murdoch’s subscription service in preliminary talks.
- by James Chessell & Jennifer Duke
Radio
Digital radio 'coming of age' as Southern Cross Austereo profits fall
Southern Cross Austereo chief executive Grant Blackley says digital radio is "coming of age" while posting a sharp drop in group net profits.
- by Jennifer Duke
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Nine Entertainment
Nine chief Hugh Marks says social is out of favour with advertisers
Nine Entertainment Co chief executive Hugh Marks said he is confident about future investments, after posting a strong half yearly profit result.
- by Jennifer Duke
Fairfax Media
Fairfax ready to 'take advantage' of merger opportunities
Fairfax Media chief executive Greg Hywood has flagged his interest in a future merger with another media company after the reform of media ownership laws.
- by Jennifer Duke
Village Roadshow
Blocked pirate websites used 50 per cent less due to court orders
Pirate websites blocked by the Australian government are used 50 per cent less than a year ago.
- by Jennifer Duke
APN Outdoor
'We are behind': APN Outdoor chief admits falling behind rivals
APN Outdoor chief executive James Warburton has admitted the company has fallen behind its rivals on data and analytics.
- by Jennifer Duke
Seven West Media
Seven West Media flags $125 million of cost cuts, suspends dividend
In its first half yearly results after a disappointing 2017, Seven West Media has increased its cost cutting plans up to $125 million.
- by Jennifer Duke
SEEK
Australia success a roadmap for international push, says Seek chief
Seek Limited strong run in the local jobs market has spurred on plans to use the Australian strategy to aggressively growth its international businesses.
- by Jennifer Duke