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Sportsnet, CBC ending NHL broadcast partnership
The NHL will no longer be broadcast on the CBC, Sportsnet and the public broadcaster announced Tuesday, ending a partnership which saw certain games aired on both networks. 'Watching hockey on Saturday night is a time-honoured tradition for…
2026 World Cup jersey patches explained, after little mention from FIFA or broadcasters
Eagle-eyed World Cup viewers have noticed that a variety of special sleeve patches are being worn by a large number of players in the tournament. These patches will eventually end up Topps trading cards, but some mystery surrounds the full scope of…
World Cup 2026: How TV broadcast picks are made between BBC and ITV
Simon Casson BBC Sport senior journalist With so many World Cup matches to watch it can be hard to keep up with the schedule and whether a game is on the BBC or ITV. You might also have wondered how broadcasters agree which matches they get to show…
World Cup racism monitor urges FIFA to remove match official over hand gesture on TV broadcast
GENEVA (AP) — FIFA's discrimination monitor at the World Cup called Monday for a video review official to be removed for appearing to make a hand gesture resembling a white supremacist sign. When the official broadcast of Germany's opening…
Luke Littler lined up for World Cup broadcasting job after darts triumph
ITV hope to secure Luke Littler for their World Cup coverage. The darts sensation is one of at least four top stars who are being targeted by TV bosses. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy You'll now receive top stories…
Sinclair's national programs offer a Trump-friendly spin on his costly oil and gas prices, while local broadcasts show harm to Americans
On June 2, The National Desk 's Dee Dee Gatton highlighted a 20-cent average decrease in gas prices, saying, “Gas prices are showing their largest weekly decline since the financial crisis in 2008.” The report continued, “The…
From the first TV broadcast to 4K HDR: the World Cup moments that changed how we watch football
The FIFA World Cup is one of the biggest sporting events in the world, if not the biggest: a staggeringly popular celebration of sport, teamwork and international co-operation. But it's also one of the most-watched events across the globe…
Perry Sook: Big Tech Poses 'Very Urgent' Threat to Broadcast Stations
In a new opinion piece published by Fortune, Nexstar founder, chairman and CEO Perry Sook vigorously defended the Nexstar/ Tegna deal as “vital to the future of local television and local journalism,” and argued that local broadcast…
Iconic BBC Wimbledon commentator to be demoted in latest huge change to coverage
Wimbledon commentator Andrew Castle will de demoted from lead announcer with the BBC following the end of next month's Grand Slam. SW19 will take centre stage in the tennis world from June 29 for a fortnight and English viewers have become…
James Beard Awards to honor best in America's food industry at Lyric Opera
The James Beard Awards will be taking over the Lyric Opera of Chicago on Monday evening The awards recognize excellence in America's food and restaurant industry. The James Beard Foundation Award was established in 1990, and first awarded the…
Married at First Sight Australia allegations 'disturbing', says watchdog
Allegations that Married at First Sight Australia stars were not told about their on-screen partners previous drug and violence convictions are 'serious and disturbing,' the country's media watchdog has said. The claims, reported in a BBC News…
Married at First Sight Australia allegations 'disturbing', says watchdog
Noor Nanji Culture correspondent Allegations that Married at First Sight Australia stars were not told about their on-screen partners previous drug and violence convictions are 'serious and disturbing,' the country's media watchdog has said. The…
Emma Hayes just showed in 70 seconds how the hated hydration break can be used smartly on TV
Everybody can see the hydration breaks for what they are, or at least for what they have quickly become; a chance for broadcasters to sell advertising during matches. It is a major alteration to the sport and one many will hope is ditched as soon…
BBC to axe iconic Wimbledon commentator after 23 years in latest controversial decision
Andrew Castle will depart the BBC's Wimbledon coverage after this year Andrew Castle will commentate on his final Wimbledon this year, as the BBC looks to take coverage of the Championships in a new direction. A former British No. 1, Castle has…
$1 Million Polymarket Bet That Spain Will Win First World Cup Game Backfires Epically
Can't-miss innovations from the bleeding edge of science and tech Most see Spain as the out-and-out favorites to win the World Cup. So why not put a bunch of money on them to win their opening game at the tournament against puny Cabo Verde? That's…
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