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Exclusive-EU digital rules should apply to Big Tech's smart TVs, broadcasters tell antitrust chief
BRUSSELS, March 23 (Reuters) - Google, Amazon, Apple and Samsung's smart TVs and virtual assistants should fall under the EU's toughest tech rules because of their growing market power, the world's largest broadcasters told EU…
National Association of Broadcasters CEO: Consolidation 'essential' so broadcasters can compete for NFL rights
2026 could very well turn out to be the year of consolidation in legacy media. Already this year, Paramount successfully overtook Netflix in its pursuit of buying Warner Bros. Discovery, ESPN's acquisition of NFL Network was approved, the…
TV viewers raging as Arsenal vs Man City coverage is ruined by broadcast issue
TV VIEWERS tuning into the Carabao Cup Final have been left raging over a major broadcast issue. Arsenal and Manchester City meet at Wembley with the first piece of domestic silverware of the season on the line. Your info will be used in accordance…
EU digital rules should apply to Big Tech's smart TVs, broadcasters tell antitrust chief
BRUSSELS, Belgium – Google, Amazon, Apple, and Samsung's smart TVs and virtual assistants should fall under the EU's toughest tech rules because of their growing market power, the world's largest broadcasters told EU antitrust chief Teresa…
Slow player called out by NBC broadcast, Fitzpatrick: 'Very frustrating
Matthew Fitzpatrick has never been a fan of slow play — nor the way the PGA Tour has handled the problem. So it was only fitting that his latest Tour win came with an extra hurdle: His playing partner's pace. “That was really…
Exclusive-Broadcasters urge EU to tighten rules for Big Tech in smart TV standoff
BRUSSELS, March 23: Google, Amazon, Apple and Samsung's smart TVs and virtual assistants should fall under the EU's toughest tech rules because of their growing market power, the world's largest broadcasters told EU antitrust chief Teresa Ribera on…
Broadcasters urge Brussels to bring connected TV OS and virtual assistants under DMA
A group of European broadcasting associations has called on the European Commission to designate major connected TV operating systems and virtual assistant providers as gatekeepers under the Digital Markets Act. In a joint statement addressed to…
ABC staff to strike for first time in 20 years after rejecting national broadcaster's pay deal
Thousands of ABC staff will walk off the job this week for the first time in 20 years after rejecting the national broadcaster's latest pay offer. Staff were notified today that 60 per cent of employees voted against a draft…
Monty Don issues Gardeners' World future update after 'painful' surgery recovery
Monty Don has spoken of his “painful” recovery from a knee replacement in October that briefly slowed the Gardeners' World host. The broadcaster and horticulturist went under the knife shortly after he turned 70 last Summer. Looking…
How to watch Kansas City Royals in 2026: Streaming info for Bobby Witt Jr.'s squad
During the Kansas City Royals' 2015 World Series run, two fans built a portable Royals shrine to keep the team's mojo alive — the kind of baseball ritual that makes you afraid to wash a lucky hoodie until November. It worked then, but the…
Cincinnati Reds viewing guide 2026: New TV, streaming base for Elly De La Cruz's team
The Cincinnati Reds returned to the postseason in 2025, and despite the early exit to the eventual champions, the campaign provided much to build off of for the future. Expectations are higher in Terry Francona's second year as manager, and while…
Politics latest: Starmer to chair Cobra meeting over Iran war after Trump call
Sir Keir Starmer is set to chair an emergency Cobra meeting after a call with Donald Trump over the Middle East crisis. In a conversation on Sunday night, the UK prime minister and the US president agreed reopening the Strait of Hormuz is…
2026 Athletics watch guide: Updates on TV territory, relocation and streaming
The Athletics as a brand or identity feels totally lost. Oakland's once and former champions left the city in 2024, a move that fans called out as pure avarice. Until the move to Las Vegas becomes reality, the franchise is stuck in a holding…
BBC Essex radio cricket commentator retires after 35-year innings
A stalwart of BBC Essex's cricket commentary has announced his retirement after 35 years with the team. Paul Newton watched as Essex won championships in the early 1990s, 2016 and 2017, and has interviewed legends of the game. The 77-year-old said…
Banijay Brings Global Scripted Riches to Market in Series Mania Slate (EXCLUSIVE)
A big U.K. trio – “ A Woman of Substance,” Jack Thorne's “Falling” and Richard Gadd “Half Man” – plus “Wallander” with Gustaf Skarsgård and “Peaky Blinders,”…
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