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On June 18, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 618, Li Yuan becomes Emperor Gaozu of Tang, initiating three centuries of Tang dynasty rule over China. In 908, Zhang Hao, general of Yang Wu passed away. In 1265, A draft Byzantine-Venetian treaty is concluded between Venetian envoys and Emperor Michael VIII Palaiologos, but is not ratified by Doge Reniero Zeno. In 1900, Empress Dowager Cixi of China orders all foreigners killed, including foreign diplomats and their families. In 1908, Bud Collyer, American actor and game show host (died 1969) was born. In 1942, Roger Ebert, American journalist, critic, and screenwriter (died 2013) was born. In 1952, Lee Soo-man, South Korean singer and businessman, founded S.M. Entertainment was born. In 1959, Joe Ansolabehere, American animation screenwriter and producer was born. In 1960, Barbara Broccoli, American director and producer was born. In 2015, Ralph J. Roberts, American businessman, co-founded Comcast (born 1920) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Chinese regulators clear Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros Discovery merger, source says

Investing.com

June 18, 2026

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Chinese regulators clear Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros Discovery merger, source says

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