Hollywood strike looms amid tense talks between writers and studios

Contract talks between Hollywood screenwriters and movie studios headed down to the wire on Monday, leaving the threat of the first strike in more than 15 years hanging over the industry.

The 11,500-member Writers Guild of America authorised a strike in mid-April, arguing that studios must agree to change pay and workplace practices that have taken root in the streaming era. If the two sides fail to reach a deal by midnight in Los Angeles, a strike could begin as soon as Tuesday — though talks could continue past the deadline if there is progress.