Discovery Communications Statement Regarding Brexit Vote
PR Newswire - Fri Jun 24, 11:32AM CDT
Discovery Communications (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) today issued the following statement on the U.K. Brexit vote.
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Viacom CEO's tenure may be up soon after board shake-up
By RYAN NAKASHIMA - AP - Thu Jun 16, 7:44PM CDT
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Viacom CEO Philippe Dauman may not have much time left at the entertainment conglomerate.
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Investigation Discovery To Premiere "ADNAN SYED: INNOCENT OR GUILTY?" on Tuesday, June 14th At 9/8c As Maryland Court Considers Possible Retrial For Syed Based On Critical Evidence
PR Newswire - Tue May 31, 8:23AM CDT
Fans of the hit podcast "Serial" may soon learn the latest twist in the case of Adnan Syed, who was convicted for the 1999 murder of his former high school girlfriend, Hae Min Lee. As the decision for Syed's possible retrial looms, Investigation Discovery (ID) presents ADNAN SYED: INNOCENT OR GUILTY? examining the new evidence, brought to light by "Serial" and others, that was submitted to Maryland courts. Premiering Tuesday, June 14 at 9/8c, ADNAN SYED: INNOCENT OR GUILTY? is produced by ABC's Lincoln Square Productions, and features ABC News correspondent Ryan Smith as he uncovers the latest intriguing developments in the story, and takes an in-depth look at the new evidence through the eyes of key players surrounding the case.
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The highest-paid CEOs by state
By The Associated Press - AP - Wed May 25, 12:08PM CDT
Here are the top-paid CEOs by state for 2015, as calculated by The Associated Press and Equilar, an executive data firm.
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New Strong Buy Stocks for May 19th
Swarup Gupta - Zacks Investment Research - Thu May 19, 7:34AM CDT
5 fresh stock additions to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List for Thursday
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Discovery Communications To Report Second Quarter 2016 Results On Tuesday, August 2
PR Newswire - Thu May 12, 7:30AM CDT
Discovery Communications (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) will report second quarter 2016 results on Tuesday, August 2, 2016, at 7:00 a.m. ET. The company will host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the results.
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Discovery Education President and CEO Bill Goodwyn Named Among Top 100 CEO Leaders in STEM by STEMconnector®
PR Newswire - Wed May 11, 12:42PM CDT
Discovery Education, the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms, announced today that President and CEO Bill Goodwyn has been named one of the top "100 CEO Leaders in STEM" by STEMconnector®. The one-stop for STEM Information, STEMconnector's recognition of Goodwyn is based on his "unique perspective on the issues facing America's STEM workforce," and leadership of a mission-based education company whose work will "definitely help drive the discourse going forward."
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Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation And Discovery Education Award More Than $150,000 In Prizes To Deserving Schools Nationwide As Part Of Healthy Living Initiative
PR Newswire - Mon May 09, 9:24AM CDT
The Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation (HWCF), a broad-based not-for-profit organization whose mission is to help reduce childhood obesity, and Discovery Education, the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms, announced today the winners of the 2016 Healthy Playground Makeover Sweepstakes and Smart from the Start Awards, annually offered incentive programs from the Together Counts(TM) program. Designed to encourage students to live active and healthy lives, these programs aim to increase the impact of health and wellness programs both in and out of school, and will award more than $150,000 in prizes to deserving schools across the nation.
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Asian shares lower ahead of closely watched US jobs report
By YURI KAGEYAMA - AP - Thu May 05, 9:28PM CDT
TOKYO (AP) — Asian markets were mostly lower in nervous trading Friday ahead of a closely watched U.S. jobs-report that may influence interest rate decisions and the value of the U.S. dollar.
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Discovery posts 1Q profit
Automated Insights - Thu May 05, 6:16AM CDT
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) _ Discovery Communications Inc. (DISCB) on Thursday reported first-quarter net income of $263 million.
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Discovery beats 1Q profit forecasts
Automated Insights - Thu May 05, 6:11AM CDT
SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) _ Discovery Communications Inc. (DISCA) on Thursday reported first-quarter earnings of $263 million.
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Discovery Communications Reports First Quarter 2016 Results
PR Newswire - Thu May 05, 6:00AM CDT
First Quarter 2016 Financial Highlights:
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A 'Whale' of a Video: High School Students from Washington, D.C. Area Win Grand Prize in Toyota TeenDrive365 Video Challenge
BusinessWire - Fri Apr 29, 8:30AM CDT
If you were steering a beluga whale down the street, would you risk sneaking a peek at your phone? Probably not. High school sophomores Matthew Post and John Caporaletti agree, and in their new public service announcement (PSA), they encourage their peers to drive their vehicles with the same care and attention. Today Toyota and Discovery Education, the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms, announced that the Sherwood High School students of Montgomery County Public Schools in Olney, Md. (outside of Washington, D.C.) won the grand prize in the Toyota TeenDrive365 Video Challenge for their video "For the Whales." You can view their winning video here.
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American Heroes Channel Partners With The Huffington Post To Present Second Annual "Red Bandanna Hero Award" In Memory Of Fallen 9/11 Hero Welles Remy Crowther
PR Newswire - Tue Apr 19, 9:00AM CDT
American Heroes Channel (AHC) and the Welles Remy Crowther Charitable Trust proudly announced a partnership with The Huffington Post to launch a nationwide search to find the winner of the second annual Red Bandanna Hero Award, honoring the ultimate, everyday hero who exemplifies the American spirit that defines us as a nation. The Huffington Post will serve as AHC's media partner in this year's contest, providing an unparalleled platform to spotlight the inspiring work of everyday heroes across the country. Beginning with a special kickoff message from Arianna Huffington, HuffPost will serve as the online home for the Red Bandanna Hero Award through hero profiles, editorial features, and exclusive video leading up to the October awards ceremony. Nominations for this year's winner will be accepted at www.ahctv.com/redbandanna.
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Behind the Camera, Behind the Wheel: Teen Filmmakers Address Driving Safety
BusinessWire - Tue Apr 12, 7:00AM CDT
Teen filmmakers across the country are using their position behind the camera to encourage safer behavior behind the wheel. Today, Toyota and Discovery Education announced the ten finalists of the Toyota TeenDrive365 Video Challenge. Now in its fifth year, the Challenge invites teens to create short videos to inspire their peers to drive more safely and avoid risky behavior. This year, more than 1,500 students entered the competition - the highest number of submissions ever received.
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EA SPORTS, NFL Players Association And Discovery Education Bring STEAM Careers To Life In 'Magic Of Madden' Live Virtual Event At EA Gaming Studio; Washington Redskins' Kirk Cousins Joins For Live Q&A
PR Newswire - Fri Apr 08, 11:42AM CDT
EA SPORTS(TM), the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), and Discovery Education, the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms, have teamed up to host an interactive live virtual field trip on Thursday, April 14, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. ET for students nationwide. Featuring Washington Redskins quarterback, Kirk Cousins, The Magic of Madden Virtual Field Trip offers middle school students (grades 5-9) the unique opportunity to go behind-the-scenes at EA SPORTS Tiburon Studios in Orlando, FL., to explore the science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) powering today's popular Madden NFL series. Register here.
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Investigation Discovery Greenlights All-New True Crime Series HARD EVIDENCE: OJ IS INNOCENT With Executive Producer Martin Sheen
PR Newswire - Thu Mar 31, 8:00AM CDT
Twenty-one years ago, the images of a white Ford Bronco making its way down Southern California's freeway flashed across our television screens, captivating a curious audience across the nation. But little did we know, this police chase would lead to the most highly publicized criminal trial of the century and signify the birth of a cultural obsession. From popular culture references to the latest FX series America Crime Story: The People vs O.J. Simpson, the murder trial of O.J. Simpson remains a relevant topic of conversation. But what if the world was too quick to convict O.J. Simpson? What if we were wrong all along? Today, Investigation Discovery (ID) announced it will begin production on a riveting true crime series, HARD EVIDENCE: OJ IS INNOCENT, presenting a new theory and never before seen evidence to reveal a possible new suspect behind the case we all think we know. Executive produced and narrated by Emmy award-winning Martin Sheen, the six-episode series is slated to premiere in early 2017 only on Investigation Discovery.
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Investigation Discovery Announces New Series In Partnership With People Magazine
PR Newswire - Wed Mar 30, 12:20PM CDT
They say justice is blind; but the path to that lofty ideal is often paved with dramatic twists and turns, tales of betrayal, buried secrets and unsung heroes. America's leading mystery and suspense network, Investigation Discovery (ID), is partnering with America's most popular weekly magazine, People, to bring viewers a one-hour weekly series dedicated to uncovering the truth behind some of our country's most infamous characters and iconic stories of crime. PEOPLE MAGAZINE INVESTIGATES will take a deep dive behind the heart-wrenching stories of lives and families ripped apart by crimes that transcended news and became part of popular culture, revealing shocking twists, new evidence, and unexpected resolutions. Featuring exclusive interviews, new facts and emotional firsthand accounts by those closest to the investigation, PEOPLE MAGAZINE INVESTIGATES is a 10- part series set to premiere exclusively on ID, starting this fall.
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Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation Continues its Commitment to Battle Childhood Obesity
PR Newswire - Tue Mar 22, 1:00PM CDT
The Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation (HWCF) today announced its continued commitment to battle childhood obesity through grassroots partnerships, health and wellness curriculum and new members of the organization's Board of Directors. Having distributed its award-winning Together Counts(TM) curriculum to over 33 million pre-K - grade five students, the Foundation is unwavering in its efforts to fight childhood obesity in schools and communities across the country through its curriculum and resources.
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