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1. Kids Content Creators Are Repackaging Their Videos for Streaming — and Reaping the Rewards

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2. Warner Bros. Sues Midjourney Over AI Copyright Infringement, Joining Disney and Universal

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3. PBS Slashes 15% of Staff After $500 Million Federal Funding Cuts

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6. 'John Candy: I Like Me' Review: Colin Hanks' Affectionate Documentary Opens Toronto Film Festival

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