U.K. Opens Inquiry Into Jeff Zucker’s Emirati-Backed Bid for The Telegraph

The government’s review of the deal is expected to conclude by late January. The culture secretary said the review would encompass questions about “the need for accurate presentation of news and free expression of opinion in newspapers.” In a maneuver that caught rivals off-guard, RedBird IMI said it would directly pay off the debt of …

Drake Returns to No. 1 as Dolly Parton Opens Big With ‘Rockstar’

Drake’s latest album, “For All the Dogs,” returns to No. 1 on Billboard’s album chart this week thanks to an expanded edition, while Dolly Parton notches her highest chart position ever. Six weeks ago, “For All the Dogs” opened at the top with big streaming numbers, and it has held in the Top 5 since. …