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BBC to ignore World Cup final half-time show as broadcaster sets out plans
The BBC are ready to snub the World Cup final half-time show and instead focus on their own analysis despite the headline musicians involved. For the first time ever the World Cup final will feature entertainment during the interval, which is…
FIFA nears India broadcast deal for World Cup, Zee emerges as strong contender
2 min read Mumbai Make us preferred source on Google World football's governing body, FIFA, is close to finalising its India broadcast partner for next month's World Cup, ending months of uncertainty around the telecast of the sport's biggest event…
How the Library of Congress is using both AI and volunteers to unlock public broadcasting history
Public broadcasting has a long history of capturing important moments in American life. It preserved voices from the civil rights movement, debates over war and foreign policy, regional arts coverage and local public affairs programs that reflected…
Indy 500 announcers 2026: Meet the Fox broadcasters, from Will Buxton to Townsend Bell | Sporting News
For the second year in a row, Fox will be carrying coverage of the Indy 500. The network had great success in hosting last year's Indy 500, bringing in a 41 percent increase in viewership from the 2024 race on NBC, according to IndyCar. A lot of…
Stewart broadcasts cup final live from yet another location amid SFA feud
MICHAEL STEWART is once again involved for Premier Sports at today's Scottish Cup final between Celtic and Dunfermline despite his BAN from Hampden. SunSport exclusively revealed the pundit wouldn't be allowed into last month's semi-finals at the…
George Russell doesn't rule out Verstappen partnership as star speaks on future
George Russell started a crucial weekend by pipping Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli to sprint race pole at the Canadian Grand Prix. The Italian teenager has won the last three races to turn the tables on his experienced teammate and held a…
Alan Shearer gives honest verdict on MOTD future as BBC rip up sports coverage
Former England striker Alan Shearer isn't worried about Match of the Day going the same way as Football Focus after the long-running BBC show was cancelled. The broadcaster confirmed the final episode of Football Focus will air this weekend, more…
Liverpool make decision on Arne Slot's future as new coach set to be appointed
Liverpool are closing in on the appointment of Etienne Reijnen to their coaching ticket - in what is the biggest indicator that Arne Slot will be remaining at Anfield. Reijnen previously worked alongside Slot at Feyenoord and had been at the Dutch…
How To Watch All The Glory And Spectacle Of The 110th Indianapolis 500
FOX play-by-play announcer Will Buxton is alongside nine-time Indianapolis 500 competitor James Hinchcliffe and 10-time Indy 500 racer Townsend Bell on the call for the 110 Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. IndyCar on FOX…
Formula 1's Data Explosion: The Petabyte Race Weekend Is Not Far Off
Formula 1 data use and consumption has exploded in the past two years. (Photo by Mario Renzi - Formula 1/Formula 1 via Getty Images) Imagine streaming 130 million songs in a single weekend. Or binge-watching 162,500 hours of 4K Netflix. Or reading…
Rated W for woke: The FCC should upgrade the TV ratings system
Thirty years ago, Congress decided that parents deserved a way to monitor what the entertainment industry was beaming into their homes. The Telecommunications Act of 1996 recognized that children are influenced by what they see on television and…
U.S. streaming industry slams CRTC rules for Canadian content investment - National
The industry lobby group representing big American streaming services slammed new revenue rules on Friday forcing them to invest in Canadian content while some Canadian industry organizations said the rules are in line with what this country has…
Championship play-off final prize money confirmed as Hull take on Middlesbrough
Play-off final: Hull City take on Middlesbrough in the Sky Bet Championship play-off final on Saturday afternoon. The highly anticipated fixture is scheduled to take place at the iconic Wembley Stadium in London. Kick-off time and viewing: The…
2026 Integration Awards Are Open: Show the Industry Your Best Work
Early bird deadline: June 25, 2026 Regular deadline: July 31, 2026 New categories: Best AI-Infused Project, Best Broadcast AV Project and Best Electronic Security Project Who should enter: Integrators with standout commercial projects completed in…
Fox in 'conversations' with FIFA on World Cup hydration break use, to show half-time interviews
Zac Kenworthy, the vice-president of production at Fox Sports, has confirmed that his network intends to use half-time interviews during the World Cup and added it remains in “conversations” with FIFA as to how they will use the…
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