Writers Guild and Studios Resume Talks to End Strike

Representatives of the Writers Guild of America and major studios have agreed to meet for the first time since the writers' strike began three months ago. The meeting, requested by the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, signals a possible thaw in the standoff over streaming pay and other issues. However, it remains uncertain if the meeting will lead to a resolution. The labor dispute has disrupted film and TV productions, with the upcoming fall TV season in jeopardy. The sides are still far apart on major issues, including writers' demands for a larger share of streaming revenue and increased minimum pay rates.