Labor Negotiations at NBC News

NBC Digital NewsGuild projected scathing messages onto 30 Rock blasting NBC News executives for alleged unlawful behavior in labor negotiations.

DirecTV facing backlash over ESPN blackout

DirecTV is facing backlash from angry customers over an ESPN blackout due to a contract battle with the Walt Disney Company. Customers are threatening to cancel subscriptions and switch to alternative streaming platforms. DirecTV is responding by explaining that disputes are common across the industry and urging customers to stay patient.

Disney Cast Members Contract Agreement

Disney cast members have accepted a three-year contract that includes an instant 20 percent raise in their base pay after a strike at Disney theme parks and hotels in California. The agreement prevented a potential walkout at Disneyland Resort, marking historic raises and policy improvements for 14,000 cast members.

Isaiah Hartenstein signing with Oklahoma City Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein decided against returning to the New York Knicks in favor of signing a three-year contract with the Oklahoma City Thunder for $87 million. He and his wife recently had a baby boy and received a warm welcome from his new team.

Palantir Technologies awarded contract by Pentagon

Palantir Technologies CEO Alex Karp speaks at an AI conference on Capitol Hill on May 1, 2024. Palantir awarded $33 million contract by the Pentagon to develop a data-sharing ecosystem known as Open DAGIR to support the connect-everything initiative.

Poland signs $735 million contract with U.S. for missiles

Poland signed a $735 million contract with the U.S. for the supply of JASSM-ER missiles as part of efforts to bolster its armed forces in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Lionel Messi's Contract with Barcelona

A napkin linking a young Lionel Messi to Barcelona was sold at auction for $965,000. The napkin contained an agreement in principle to sign Messi when he was 13 years old, reassuring his father that the deal would go through.

Chicago Teachers Union Demands $50 Billion Contract

The Chicago Teachers Union is demanding a $50 billion contract with provisions including free abortion services, cash to migrants, LGBTQ concessions, and a significant pay raise despite falling student enrollment and worsening student proficiency rates.

Google Employees Fired for Protesting Israeli Government Contract

Google has fired over two dozen employees for protesting the company's $1.2 billion contract with the Israeli government and military. The employees were arrested after a sit-in at Google's offices in Seattle, New York, and Sunnyvale. The protests were led by tech workers demanding Amazon and Google drop their Project Nimbus contract.

Google fires employees for protesting Israeli contract

Google has fired over two dozen employees for protesting the company's contract with the Israeli government and military, leading to arrests and termination of employment. The protesters were demanding Amazon and Google drop their Project Nimbus, a $1.2 billion contract providing cloud services to Israel.

Jordan Montgomery's Baseball Career and Contract

Jordan Montgomery signed a one-year deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks after a successful season with the Texas Rangers, despite expectations of a lucrative multi-year contract.

Future of Dak Prescott with Dallas Cowboys

Future of Dak Prescott with Dallas Cowboys uncertain as he enters final year of contract. Team may consider drafting a quarterback in 2024 due to lack of commitment from Prescott. Other key players' contracts also need attention.

Potential Miami Dolphins Deal with Odell Beckham Jr.

Miami Dolphins star wide receiver Tyreek Hill hinted at Odell Beckham Jr. potentially joining the team, but Beckham seemed unaware of any deal. The Dolphins have not confirmed any agreement with Beckham.

Philadelphia Eagles deny tampering suspicions after signing Saquon Barkley

The Philadelphia Eagles deny tampering suspicions after Penn State head coach James Franklin suggests Eagles GM spoke directly to Saquon Barkley. Barkley signed a three-year deal with the Eagles, becoming the highest-paid running back in franchise history.

Elon Musk and Don Lemon Contract Dispute

Elon Musk and Don Lemon are in a contract dispute after X terminated their agreement to broadcast Lemon's show, even though Lemon did not have a signed contract. Lemon's team claims he should still be paid as X took weeks to provide a contract.

Green Bay Packers sign Xavier McKinney

The Green Bay Packers have signed former New York Giants safety Xavier McKinney to a four-year, $68 million deal. McKinney had a successful season with the Giants in 2023, setting a career-high in tackles and making key plays.

Bryce Huff signs with Philadelphia Eagles

Bryce Huff, previously with the New York Jets, signed a three-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles worth $51.1 million, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback undrafted free agent in NFL history.

NFL player Mike Evans' contract situation with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

NFL star wide receiver Mike Evans' future with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers appears to be in doubt as contract talks have stalled, leading him to consider exploring free agency options.

Russell Wilson's future with the Denver Broncos

Russell Wilson expresses desire to stay with the Denver Broncos despite benching and contract issues. Wilson aims to win at least two more Super Bowls in the next five years.

Cody Bellinger's Contract with Chicago Cubs

Cody Bellinger agrees to a 3-year deal with the Chicago Cubs for $80 million with two opt-outs, after not receiving the $200 million he was seeking. He had a successful season in 2023 after struggling in the previous years.