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Carr: FCC review of Disney's broadcast licenses is about DEI
The FCC is investigating Disney and ABC over whether their DEI policies constitute unlawful discrimination. Carr has said the investigation is looking into allegations of “racially segregated spaces” and “racial and identity…
Disney+ to broadcast live men's Champions League games for the first time
Disney+ has secured live rights for men's Champions League matches for the first time, with Uefa attracting a new buyer in the auction of broadcast packages for its flagship club competition. Disney has been named as the preferred bidder in several…
Kimmel's Trump Death Joke Sparks FCC Complaint by National Religious Broadcasters
Late-night TV host Jimmy Kimmel is under fire after an assassination attempt against President Donald Trump ignited debate over one of Kimmel's recent jokes. The drama ignited after Cole Tomas Allen was arrested for reportedly trying to charge…
Why don't broadcasters want England's cricket tour of South Africa?
England are heading to South Africa this Christmas to take on the world champions over three Test matches in Johannesburg, Centurion and Cape Town, before three one-day internationals – and as it stands, nobody in the UK will be watching.
Streaming giant wins rights to broadcast Champions League games for first time
DISNEY+ will be showing men's Champions League matches for the first time ever. Football fans have been calling for games to be shown on a streaming-like capacity with so many different channels holding rights and forcing supporters to splash money…
Duke Basketball Signs Groundbreaking Broadcast Deal
College basketball has changed dramatically and is now very much a full-fledged business. What was once a league that restricted student athletes from earning money has evolved into a revenue-driven industry where programs and players alike are…
Amazon to Broadcast College Sports Events for First Time in Landmark Deal With Duke Men's Basketball
Duke is entering into a landmark enterprise partnership with Amazon that will allow the streaming service exclusive rights to three marquee men's basketball games next season, according to a report from ESPN's Jeff Borzello and Pete Thamel. Three…
Broadcast Summit: assessing the state of the indie nation
Firecrest, Creation Content, Clapperboard Studios and Love Monday explain how they are navigating the market Up to the minute industry news Agenda-setting interviews with key industry figures Insight into the latest programme performances Ratings…
Ted Cruz Says Government Shouldn't 'Censor Speech' After FCC Launches Early Review of Disney Broadcast TV Licenses
Ted Cruz is speaking out against the Federal Communications Commission's decision to launch an early review of Disney ‘s broadcast TV licenses amid backlash Jimmy Kimmel has faced for his “expectant widow” joke. “It is…
New Zealand public broadcaster's political editor suspended from Parliament after breaching press rules
Sign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developments Published Apr 30, 2026, 02:08 PM WELLINGTON – The political editor for New Zealand public broadcaster TVNZ has been banned from covering Parliament for five days after breaching…
Can LIV Golf work without the Saudi billions? Sports investors predict a 'free fall'
The Saudi Public Investment Fund is out, which means LIV Golf is on the market. But the league faces one giant hurdle as it holds on for dear life: Are private investors actually interested? “The league is in free fall,” says one…
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD) Stock Forecasts
Headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Robinhood Markets operates a brokerage platform that lets clients trade stocks, options, futures, and cryptocurrencies. The company also has a dedicated Prediction Markets hub, where clients can trade event…
Bari Weiss appoints editor viewed as pro-Israel in latest CBS News shakeup
Bari Weiss, the CBS News boss, has ousted a veteran bureau chief following tensions over coverage of the Middle East and brought in a new foreign editor who, according to sources, is more aligned with Weiss's pro-Israel agenda. Paramount, which…
LIV Golf releases statement as future of breakaway league addressed
LIV Golf has announced radical new changes, four years after the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund backed tour barged its way into the sport. When the breakaway tour arrived so abruptly and dramatically, a wedge, a driver and a three-wood was…
Arteta told Arsenal future could boil down to one thing with stark ultimatum
Mikel Arteta's long-term future at Arsenal could hinge on delivering some form of silverware this season. The Spaniard has been largely impressive in north London over the past seven years, transforming the club and steering them to an FA Cup and…
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