Hollywood studios, writers near agreement to end strike, hope to finalize deal Thursday, sources say ( www.cnbc.com )
While optimistic, the people noted, however, that if a deal is not reached the strike could last through the end of the year.
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While optimistic, the people noted, however, that if a deal is not reached the strike could last through the end of the year.