Coming up for heir: News Corp in uncharted waters with Lachlan Murdoch at the helm

Murdoch Jr does not have the same love for print as father Rupert but newspapers’ influence remains a drawcard for the new bossFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastLachlan Murdoch started his leadership training at News Corp more than three decades ago, but exactly how he will steer the media empire remains largely unknown after the decision by his father to step aside.There have been times when Rupert Murdoch’s eldest son and nominated successor has forged his own path in business – and the record is patchy. Continue reading... Continue reading at 'The Guardian'

[ The Guardian | 2023-09-22 15:00:03 UTC ]

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