Television

Markets

Fox's revenue rises amid increased advertising sales

Fox Corp., parent of Fox News and the Fox broadcast network, reported higher revenue in the latest quarter, as more original entertainment programming, live sports and growth at its streaming platforms boosted advertising sales.

Lifestyle

Hulu hikes monthly, annual subscription prices

The streaming service told subscribers in an email last month that its ad-supported plan would increase by $1 to $6.99 per month and by $12 to $83.88 per year. It also now offers an annual ad-supported plan for $69.99 per year, up from $59.99 per year. Meanwhile, the platform's ad-free plan will increase by $1 to $12.99 per month and by $12 to $155.88 per year.

Media

How the ‘Jeopardy!’ host succession plan unraveled

Nine months ago, Sony Pictures Entertainment executives thought they had an ideal successor for “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek in Ken Jennings, a former contestant who held the record for longest winning streak on the game show, people close to the program said.