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Glenn McGrath axed by Australian broadcaster on eve of Ashes
Glenn McGrath, the Australian fast bowling great, has been dropped by the public service broadcaster ABC on the eve of the Ashes because of his partnership with a gambling firm. McGrath had been due to work for the Australian Broadcasting…
Australia legend Glenn McGrath axed by host broadcaster on eve of Ashes
Australia legend Glenn McGrath has been dropped as a commentator by host broadcaster ABC over his links with a betting company. McGrath is one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time and has been a fixture around the Ashes in recent years. The…
Hugh Marks decries 'opportunistic' attacks on the ABC - but concedes broadcaster blew it with Bluey
The ABC managing director, Hugh Marks, has criticised attacks on the ABC as “opportunistic” as it faces accusations its Four Corners program distorted a speech by Donald Trump on 6 January 2021, but he said there are lessons to learn…
French-speaking Swiss publishers ratify national broadcaster agreement
In exchange for limiting SBC's online offering, the publishers will reject the “CHF200 is enough!” initiative. “In a world where disinformation and misinformation are becoming increasingly prevalent, it is more necessary than…
A reporter's unwelcome questions provoke yet another Trump threat to yank broadcast licenses
'I think the license should be taken away from ABC because your news is so fake and it's so wrong,' President Donald Trump told Mary Bruce, the network's chief White House correspondent, on Tuesday. That comment is just the latest example of…
MLB finalizes national TV broadcast deals with ESPN, NBC, Netflix for tentpole events
Major League Baseball announced new national television deals for the 2026-28 seasons with ESPN, NBC, and Netflix on Wednesday. NBC/Peacock will be the new home of Sunday Night Baseball and the first round of the postseason, and return as the host…
NPR wins $36 million in settlement with Corporation for Public Broadcasting, using Trump's words in key argument
National Public Radio will receive approximately $36 million in grant money to operate the nation's public radio interconnection system under the terms of a court settlement with the federal government's steward of funding for public broadcasting…
Popular BBC broadcaster axed days before Ashes 2025 gets underway
Australia cricket legend Glenn McGrath has been dropped from his broadcasting Australian cricket legend Glenn McGrath has been axed as a commentator by ABC due to his association with a betting firm. The iconic fast bowler, who claimed 563 wickets…
LPGA cashes in on Kai Trump interest as historic broadcast details confirmed
THE LPGA has decided to cash in on the public's interest in Kai Trump in their latest broadcasting announcement. The organization for female golfers revealed new broadcasting details that have been confirmed for the first time in three decades.
MLB announces major multi-billion broadcasting deal with ESPN, NBC, and Netflix
MAJOR League Baseball announced new national television deals with ESPN, NBC, and Netflix on Wednesday. The MLB ‘s new deal will be from 2026 to 2028. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy You'll now receive top…
ITV fans discover broadcaster's eBay account and are amazed
Ever wondered about getting your hands on props and memorabilia from your favourite ITV programmes? Well now you can, as thrifting enthusiast, Caroline discovered when she explored the broadcaster's eBay listings in detail. From outfits worn by…
Conservative Think Tank Recommends Ending Retrans Fees as Part of Broadcast Ownership Revisions
While the FCC's vote in September to consider revising broadcast television ownership rules is long overdue, removing ownership caps will impact other regulations in such a way that requires taking a “holistic” approach to the issue…
Trump calls for ABC broadcast licences to be revoked after reporter's question
US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday said that broadcasting licences used by affiliates of Walt Disney's ABC should be “taken away” after he disagreed with a question posed by a reporter for the network. Trump made the comment…
Netflix announces Christmas Day broadcasting lineup amid ESPN & FOX constraints
The NFL has fully embraced taking over Christmas Day, sorry to Adam Silver and the NBA. Last year, Netflix's two games on Christmas Day were a smashing success, and they're looking to repeat that this year, albeit with a broadcast group that will…
China to suspend imports of Japanese seafood in latest escalation over Taiwan comments
HONG KONG -- China will suspend imports of Japanese seafood, according to ABC News partner NHK, escalating a diplomatic dispute triggered by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent comments suggesting Tokyo could take military action if…
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