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FCC head Brendan Carr targets broadcasters for airing false polls
“Fake Polls and Suppression Polls designed to do nothing more than interfere with the regular functioning of the electoral process and alter the normal patterns of voter turnout and enthusiasm,” Carr said. “The FCC takes these…
STUDY: Broadcast Networks Maintain their Perfect 100% Negative Record on Kash Patel
When President Trump first tapped Kash Patel to serve as FBI Director in late 2024, broadcast networks ABC, CBS, and NBC attempted to sink the nascent nomination with a tsunami if one hundred percent-negative coverage. But despite not receiving all…
Local Iowa broadcast stations largely failed to contextualize increasing diesel prices
As climbing diesel prices continue to be a top issue in the midterm elections, local Iowa broadcast TV stations are largely failing to connect rising diesel prices to President Donald Trump's actions, including the war in Iran. Media Matters…
BBC layoffs: More jobs slashed, channels cut as British broadcaster faces 'immediate cost pressures
Media companies continue to struggle as consumers pivot away from traditional forms of content. The latest example comes from the BBC, which has announced it will cut over 100 jobs. The U.K.-based broadcaster is attempting to save £500…
FCC Threatens Broadcasters Over Polls Predicting Disaster for GOP
The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission is openly attacking media outlets for what he describes as “entirely Fake Polls and Suppression Polls.” “During this election season, there has been a significant surge in…
FCC Chairman Warns Broadcasters Over Airing 'Fake Polls'
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warned broadcasters on Wednesday about airing “fake polls ” or “suppression polls,” once again threatening regulatory action for news content. Carr has talked previously about the media's…
The Return Of One Of The Most Cursed Shows In All Of Broadcast Television Has People Losing Their Minds - Kotaku
As a millennial homosexual who once was pursuing a music education degree, Glee was an incredibly formative TV show in my life when it aired on Fox from 2009 to 2015. To anyone who didn't watch the show, Glee probably just looked like a bunch of…
Broadcasters Foundation of America Expands Aid to Broadcasters in Need
NEW YORK— The Broadcasters Foundation of America (BFOA) is expanding its charitable assistance to help more radio and television professionals facing financial hardship. The Foundation has introduced Hardship Grants for broadcasters on…
Netflix Touts International Success Amid Content Leadership Shake-Up, Eyes More Broadcaster Deals After TF1 and Globo Pacts
As Netflix undergoes its biggest content leadership shake-up in years, co-CEO Ted Sarandos has a clear message: The streamer's international strategy is working, it's the U.S. slate that needs fixing. Speaking during Netflix's third-quarter…
Broadcasting is changing at breakneck speed': BBC Scotland host defends channel axe
Mr Jardine, who has hosted the channel's Debate Night show, revealed it would have a “permanent home” on BBC One in Scotland in future, as well as being available on the iPlayer service. He spoke out as union leaders warned that the…
BFOA expands financial assistance to broadcasters with new hardship grants
The Broadcasters Foundation of America (BFOA) has expanded its financial assistance programs with a new category of grants intended to help radio and television professionals facing unexpected financial difficulties. The organization announced this…
Carr Warns Broadcasters Against Reporting 'Fake' Polls
The chairman of the FCC on Wednesday took to social media to warn broadcasters about reporting on what he termed as “fake” polling data. Carr echoed President Trump who labels anything he disagrees with as “fake,” which…
BBC Scotland chief responds to broadcaster's stance on SPFL bidding rights battle
The future of live league coverage is up for grabs after the SPFL launched the tender process for its next TV deal, with broadcasters now considering whether to make their move. It comes against the backdrop of major change at the BBC, with the…
Kim Yo-jong vows to resume loudspeaker broadcasts this month
Kim Yo-jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, said Wednesday that Pyongyang will resume loudspeaker broadcasts along the inter-Korean border this month. Kim's remarks were the latest from Pyongyang to up the pressure on Seoul, which…
BeckTV, Beam Dynamics, and Providius Partner on Broadcast System Design, Asset Intelligence and Live Monitoring
AUSTIN, Texas— BeckTV, Beam Dynamics, and Providius have announced a collaboration that connects broadcast system design, asset intelligence, and live network assurance. By linking BeckTV's BeckFlow system documentation, Beam's Asset…
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