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We had sex in a Chinese hotel, then found we had been broadcast to thousands - BBC News
One night in 2023, Eric was scrolling on a social media channel he regularly browsed for porn. Seconds into a video, he froze. He realised the couple he was watching - entering the room, setting down their bags, and later, having sex - was himself…
Germany to Impose Commitment on Streamers and Broadcasters to Invest in Local Content, and Boosts Public Funding for Film
The German government is set to introduce an investment commitment on streaming platforms and TV broadcasters that would oblige them to invest 8% of their revenue in Germany in local content. It has also committed to nearly doubling its funding for…
Richard Keys, Andy Gray to leave Qatari broadcaster beIN SPORTS after 13 years
Richard Keys and Andy Gray will leave their roles fronting coverage for Qatari broadcaster beIN SPORTS at the end of the season and are unlikely to feature in its team for the World Cup in North America. The Press Association understands the pair's…
U.K. Mixer Talks Tools for Broadcast Audio
London, UK (February 5, 2026)―Sound designer and post-production sound mixer Mike Aiton, who began his career at the BBC and built a home studio in 2002, has become known for his adaptability and broadcast-ready audio. Aiton works across a…
American Idol to make major broadcast change AND launch spinoff show
AMERICAN Idol is set to make a major broadcast change as the new season heats up. Not only is the hit singing competition series making a change to wear you can watch the show, but they are launching a spinoff show, too. Your info will be used in…
'Wizard of Oz' to air on broadcast via MeTV in October
Weigel Broadcasting's multicast network MeTV will air a special presentation of MGM's “The Wizard of Oz” in October, marking the first time that the movie has been available on broadcast TV since the late 1990s. On Thursday, Weigel…
Sen. Cruz Announces Hearing on Broadcast Media Ownership Rules
WASHINGTON —U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, has announced that he will convene a full committee hearing titled “We Interrupt This Program: Media Ownership in…
France 2 UHD to Employ HDR10+ Dynamic Metadata to Deliver Olympics Broadcast
BEAVERTON, Ore. —HDR10+ Technologies, a multi-industry association that encompasses more than 170 adopters and nearly 20,000 certified devices, is reporting that the France 2 UHD TV channel will be broadcasting the Milan-Cortina Winter…
NAB: Eliminating Ownership Caps 'Protects Religious Broadcasters and Other Diverse Voices'
WASHINGTON —As the NRB 2026 Convention for religious broadcasters gets set to open on Feb. 17, the National Association of Broadcasters has issued a new blog post arguing that eliminating ownership caps will help religious broadcasters…
Gravity Media Provides Global Host Broadcast Tech Facilities for 2026 Australian Open 2026
MELBOURNE, Australia— Gravity Media, a global provider of production and content and media services and facilities, delivered the Australian Open 2026 with a bespoke international broadcast centre and large-scale IP production environment.
NFL Honors 2026 live updates: Latest news and odds on awards ceremony including MVP, Coach of the Year
Follow our live coverage as the NFL names its MVP and more. Who will win the MVP? What about the other awards? We'd love to hear your thoughts, opinions and predictions on today's game. Email us at live@theathletic.com, and we will take the best…
Who is Klint Kubiak? His rise from working oil fields to Seahawks OC and future Raiders coach
SAN JOSE, Calif. — Football coach or oil field worker? You might be surprised that Klint Kubiak chose the latter line of work soon after starting out on his own. The son of former Houston Texans and Denver Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak…
Clarkson's Farm's future revealed amid brutal Diddly Squat conditions
Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.co.uk Not sure what to watch tonight? Discover our brand new TV GUIDE now! The future of beloved series Clarkson's Farm has been revealed - amid brutal conditions at Diddly Squat Farm. Having launched in…
WAC won't broadcast Utah Valley home basketball games
Move comes amid UVU not paying $1 million exit fee to the leage The Western Athletic Conference, which, for those who aren't in the loop, is merging with the ASUN this summer, is making the wrong kind of headlines ahead of such a move. The league…
Meet the BBC and TNT Sports presenting team line-ups for the Winter Olympics
BBC Main Presenters: The BBC 's television coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympics is anchored by the experienced trio of Clare Balding, Hazel Irvine and Jeanette Kwakye. They will be broadcasting daily from 9am to 10pm from a dedicated studio based…
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