Billionaire media moguls join forces to invest in France’s oldest journalism school – POLITICO

Billionaire media moguls join forces to invest in France’s oldest journalism school – POLITICO

In its statement, the ESJ Paris said it was looking to “build a new project” and “strengthen its position as a benchmark in journalism education, particularly for economic [journalism].” The ESJ Paris is not part of a group of journalism schools which are recognized by the country’s professional body and is not included in yearly … Read more

Far-right Jordan Bardella’s book publisher sues, alleging ad campaign was censored – POLITICO

Far-right Jordan Bardella’s book publisher sues, alleging ad campaign was censored – POLITICO

Fayard announced it would take legal action on Friday, less than 24 hours before the book goes on sale. In its statement, the publisher claimed that the cover of Bardella’s book “does not contain any political statements,” and that the Mediatransports decision “constitutes a serious infringement of freedom of expression.” Publicis and French rail network … Read more

French shipping tycoon agrees to buy Altice Media group – POLITICO

French shipping tycoon agrees to buy Altice Media group – POLITICO

Soaring freight rates and low taxes on shipping mean that CMA CGM is swimming in cash. Between 2020 and 2023, the group raked in €45 billion in profit, convincing the family-owned company to diversify into media. Saadé snapped up business newspaper La Tribune last year and Marseille paper La Provence in 2022. He also holds … Read more