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20131 minPGnews

Corporate Responsibility Financial Crisis

Murdoch's Scandal

20131 minPGnews

Rupert Murdoch's media empire, News Corporation, faces internal threats from allegations of bribery, blackmail, and privacy invasion, impacting his reputation and family's wealth.

Corporate Responsibility Financial Crisis

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Channel: FRONTLINE PBS | Official

Murdoch's Scandal

2013• 1 minPG

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Rupert Murdoch's media empire, News Corporation, faces internal threats from allegations of bribery, blackmail, and privacy invasion, impacting his reputation and family's wealth.

Synopsis

Rupert Murdoch's media empire, News Corporation, has been shaped by over fifty years of business strategy and political influence. The episode examines the internal challenges facing Murdoch, including allegations of bribery, blackmail, and invasion of privacy that threaten his legacy. FRONTLINE correspondent Lowell Bergman narrates the complexities surrounding the future of News Corporation, highlighting the implications for Murdoch's reputation and the financial stability of his family. The investigation provides insight into the intricate relationship between media power and ethical boundaries.

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