Charles Leclerc says he has never considered leaving Ferrari after signing a multi-year extension, stressing loyalty and belief in the team's project under Fred Vasseur, while acknowledging the lack of a world title so far and hoping for more success in the future.
Stephen Colbert revealed in a New York Times interview that CBS pressed him to sign a five-year renewal in 2023, but he opted for a three-year extension, a detail that adds context to CBS’s claim that The Late Show’s end was financially driven. With the finale set for May 21, Colbert’s choice may have preserved leverage for future talks, especially as Jimmy Kimmel’s deal looms in the background. Colbert also discussed the show’s evolution from a less political tone to a more political one and said he is exploring post-Late Show projects (including a Lord of the Rings script) but does not have concrete plans yet, aiming to wait for breathing room after the series ends.
Andoni Iraola will leave Bournemouth at the end of the season after talks to renew his contract broke down; the Spaniard, who joined in 2023, leaves amid praise for his intensity and innovation and with Bournemouth having enjoyed three years of progress as they push for European football, while the club begins plans for his successor.
Amazon says the USPS abruptly walked away from its long-running renewal talks in December, insisting the goal was to grow USPS volumes rather than cut them; the company has since submitted a bid in USPS’s new auction process, hoping to continue the partnership even if volumes are reduced.
The Boston Symphony Orchestra said it will not renew Andris Nelsons’ contract, and he will depart after the 2027 Tanglewood season, citing a misalignment on future vision. Nelsons described the news as difficult; the board and BSO president Chad Smith expressed gratitude for his 13 years of service.
Gayle King has renewed her contract with CBS News and will stay on as host of CBS Mornings, a move that stabilizes the show amid ratings and ad-revenue pressures while CBS weighs broader opportunities across its media properties under Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance.
Gayle King has renewed her CBS News contract to remain co-host of CBS Mornings, dispelling rumors of her exit amid CBS News leadership changes and broader industry realignments involving Paramount's deal with Warner Bros. Discovery and potential CNN-CBS News implications.
Molly Qerim left ESPN's 'First Take' after negotiations broke down, with both sides having already planned her departure by the end of her current contract in 2025, as she sought to explore other opportunities. ESPN intends to find a new host within 30-45 days, but Qerim declined to comment further.
SiriusXM is optimistic about re-signing Howard Stern, with executives expressing confidence that they will reach an agreement to keep him on the platform, emphasizing his importance to their content and audience engagement.
SiriusXM is in negotiations to renew Howard Stern's contract, with executives expressing confidence they'll reach an agreement, emphasizing Stern's importance to the platform and ongoing efforts to expand content and audience through strategic deals and exclusive content opportunities.
SiriusXM CEO Scott Greenstein expressed optimism about renewing Howard Stern's contract, emphasizing Stern's importance to the platform and the ongoing negotiations to reach a mutually beneficial agreement, with both parties aiming to 'get to the right place.'
Los Angeles city officials renewed their five-year contract with FilmLA despite calls from advocacy groups for permitting process reforms, citing the need to avoid disrupting the local film and television industry, with plans for modifications to the contract within the first year.
Pep Guardiola praises Lamine Yamal's development and happiness at Barcelona, emphasizing he's in the best environment under Hansi Flick's management, especially after renewing his contract until 2031 following a successful season with trophies.
Christian Pulisic scored his 10th league goal of the season for AC Milan in a 3-0 win against Lecce, prompting talks of renewing his contract. Milan is reportedly considering exercising the one-year renewal clause in his contract, reflecting their satisfaction with his performances. Pulisic, one of the team's highest-paid players, has proven his worth since joining the club and will look to continue his impact in the upcoming Europa League quarter-final against Roma.
Lando Norris has signed a new "multi-year" contract with McLaren, shutting down talks with other F1 teams. He emphasized the importance of providing reassurance to the McLaren workforce and expressed confidence in the team's future. Norris also addressed persistent rumors linking him to Red Bull, stating that he enjoyed reading them but ultimately chose to commit to McLaren. He highlighted the normality of drivers having conversations with different teams but clarified that in his case, these discussions never progressed beyond initial stages.