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Media expert Antony Young rounds up the latest global media news. This week, McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski was roasted over a Big Arch Instagram Reel. Rival chains quickly seized the moment, putting their own CEOs on camera to bite back. For more Around the World stories, click here.

TVNZ and Sony Pictures Television have renewed their long-standing distribution agreement. Here’s what the deal means for the two companies and Kiwi audiences.

In other news, indie agency True has unveiled a full brand refresh for Wedderspoon Mānuka Honey in the US. The new platform aims to shift category perceptions from a medicinal necessity to an everyday delight.

Meanwhile, an agency village has launched a campaign announcing the end of success fees for casual sellers on Trade Me Marketplace.

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Have a lovely week, we’ll see you on Friday.

Rachel and the StopPress Team