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ITV is beating the BBC in battle of the World Cup broadcasters
“You can see it's difficult to break down Cape Verde,” said USWNT manager Emma Hayes, stood by a blackboard, chalk in hand. “One of the ways to do that is the wide rotations, making sure the timing of their opposite movements…
How broadcasters are using hydration breaks - and might they be here to stay?
It has become one of the major talking points at this summer's World Cup — attracting criticism from the likes of Virgil van Dijk and Mauricio Pochettino. For the tournament, FIFA has introduced a three-minute hydration break in each half…
Ex-BBC Controller says broadcaster needs to change 'to survive
Former BBC alumnus Michael Grade has given his thoughts on what needs to be done to reform the corporation. The 83-year-old first joined the broadcaster in 1984 when he became a Controller before being appointed as the Director of Programmes in…
BBC issue apology over 'embarrassing' World Cup error as broadcaster slammed
The BBC has apologised after finding itself in hot water for a glaring blunder during its coverage of France vs Senegal at the World Cup. Qatar runners-up France got their 2026 campaign off to a winning start against Africa Cup of Nations finalists…
Packers voice opposition to major changes to Sports Broadcasting Act
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- The Green Bay Packers have come out against any significant changes to the Sports Broadcasting Act, the team said in a statement released Tuesday. The team said, in part, that its ability to compete with the other 31 NFL teams…
Firing of Debbie Hiott at KUT raises questions about the future of the broadcaster
The firing of KUT's general manager this week has unleashed criticism against University of Texas administrators and raised questions about the future of the broadcaster. Why it matters: The decades-old relationship between UT and KUT hangs in the…
SRG Will No Longer Bid for Broadcasting Rights to Champions League Matches
Starting with the 2027–28 season, SRF viewers will have to do without Champions League matches entirely. The public broadcaster will no longer bid for the broadcast rights to soccer matches in Europe's premier club competition, according to…
Ex-BBC Chairman details 'unforgivable' mistake broadcaster made
Michael spoke about what needs to change at the BBC Former BBC stalwart Michael Grade has shared his views on what must be done to overhaul the corporation. The 83-year-old first joined the broadcaster in 1984 when he was appointed Controller…
'Disclosure Day' Anchor Courtney Grace on Delivering That Final Broadcast and Quitting Her Job to Pursue Acting: 'It Felt Like Home'
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “,” now playing in theaters. While Steven Spielberg's latest sci-fi film is headlined by performances from Emily Blunt and Josh O'Connor — both of whom have received their fair…
WHPK builds a digital archive to broadcast its place in music history
On Sunday, nonprofit community radio station WHPK announced an ongoing effort to digitize its collection of program guides and magazines. The University of Chicago provides the great bulk of WHPK's funding, and the station's headquarters are in the…
Major League Cricket: Sky Sports announces deal to broadcast USA's premier T20 competition for 2026 season
Sky Sports will broadcast the 2026 season of Major League Cricket exclusively live beginning Thursday June 18; The USA's premier T20 competition will feature stars like Steve Smith, Ravi Ashwin, and Finn Allen in its fourth season Wednesday 17 June…
Why Sophie Cunningham is broadcasting WNBA game for USA Network | Sporting News
Sophie Cunningham is still a key member of the Indiana Fever. But on Wednesday night, she'll be on the other side of a WNBA broadcast: She's getting a microphone as a broadcaster. When the news was announced in the offseason, the suggestion was…
'Hockey Night in Canada' NHL broadcasts won't return to CBC next fall
TORONTO -- TORONTO (AP) — “Hockey Night in Canada,” a program featuring NHL games that has been part of the national fabric for nearly 75 years on CBC television, will not return to the public broadcaster next season. A…
ESPN makes major broadcast change for iconic Hot Dog Eating Contest
THERE are major broadcast changes ahead for 2026's edition of Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. Every year competitors head to Coney Island, New York, for one of America's most-famed eating competitions. Your info will be used in accordance with our…
'F*ck her, spit in her face': BBC's Ashley Cain's shock tweets resurface as broadcaster faces calls to axe him
Disgusting tweets by former footballer, reality star and presenter, Ashley Cain, have resurfaced, amid calls for the BBC to axe the second series of Ashley Cain: Into the Danger Zone, which has already been filmed. The programme sees Cain travel…
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