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World Cup broadcaster suspended from duties as apology released
Turkish broadcaster Murat Ekrem Cimen was taken off World Cup duty after mixing up the two sides during Iran's group-stage clash against New Zealand. Cimen is one of Turkey's most seasoned football journalists, boasting more than 30 years in the…
Ex-BBC Controller says broadcaster needs to change 'to survive
Former BBC alumnus Michael Grade has given his thoughts on what needs to be done to reform the corporation. The 83-year-old first joined the broadcaster in 1984 when he became a Controller before being appointed as the Director of Programmes in…
BBC issue apology over 'embarrassing' World Cup error as broadcaster slammed
The BBC has apologised after finding itself in hot water for a glaring blunder during its coverage of France vs Senegal at the World Cup. Qatar runners-up France got their 2026 campaign off to a winning start against Africa Cup of Nations finalists…
Firing of Debbie Hiott at KUT raises questions about the future of the broadcaster
The firing of KUT's general manager this week has unleashed criticism against University of Texas administrators and raised questions about the future of the broadcaster. Why it matters: The decades-old relationship between UT and KUT hangs in the…
SRG Will No Longer Bid for Broadcasting Rights to Champions League Matches
Starting with the 2027–28 season, SRF viewers will have to do without Champions League matches entirely. The public broadcaster will no longer bid for the broadcast rights to soccer matches in Europe's premier club competition, according to…
Ex-BBC Chairman details 'unforgivable' mistake broadcaster made
Michael spoke about what needs to change at the BBC Former BBC stalwart Michael Grade has shared his views on what must be done to overhaul the corporation. The 83-year-old first joined the broadcaster in 1984 when he was appointed Controller…
'Disclosure Day' Anchor Courtney Grace on Delivering That Final Broadcast and Quitting Her Job to Pursue Acting: 'It Felt Like Home'
SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “,” now playing in theaters. While Steven Spielberg's latest sci-fi film is headlined by performances from Emily Blunt and Josh O'Connor — both of whom have received their fair…
WHPK builds a digital archive to broadcast its place in music history
On Sunday, nonprofit community radio station WHPK announced an ongoing effort to digitize its collection of program guides and magazines. The University of Chicago provides the great bulk of WHPK's funding, and the station's headquarters are in the…
Major League Cricket: Sky Sports announces deal to broadcast USA's premier T20 competition for 2026 season
Sky Sports will broadcast the 2026 season of Major League Cricket exclusively live beginning Thursday June 18; The USA's premier T20 competition will feature stars like Steve Smith, Ravi Ashwin, and Finn Allen in its fourth season Wednesday 17 June…
Why Sophie Cunningham is broadcasting WNBA game for USA Network | Sporting News
Sophie Cunningham is still a key member of the Indiana Fever. But on Wednesday night, she'll be on the other side of a WNBA broadcast: She's getting a microphone as a broadcaster. When the news was announced in the offseason, the suggestion was…
World Cup broadcaster suspended and pulled from tournament as statement made
Turkish broadcaster Murat Ekrem Cimen was suspended from his World Cup duties after confusing the two sides during Iran's group-stage clash against New Zealand. Cimen is one of Turkey's most seasoned football journalists, boasting more than 30…
ESPN makes major broadcast change for iconic Hot Dog Eating Contest
THERE are major broadcast changes ahead for 2026's edition of Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. Every year competitors head to Coney Island, New York, for one of America's most-famed eating competitions. Your info will be used in accordance with our…
'F*ck her, spit in her face': BBC's Ashley Cain's shock tweets resurface as broadcaster faces calls to axe him
Disgusting tweets by former footballer, reality star and presenter, Ashley Cain, have resurfaced, amid calls for the BBC to axe the second series of Ashley Cain: Into the Danger Zone, which has already been filmed. The programme sees Cain travel…
Turkish broadcaster pulls commentator after mixing up Iran and New Zealand at World Cup
In the annals of bizarre World Cup broadcast errors, Turkish state broadcaster TRT's handling of Monday's Iran-New Zealand match is going to be hard to top. Iran and New Zealand were playing to a 2-2 draw in Los Angeles when TRT commentator Murat…
Broadcast Tech Innovation Awards 2026 opens for entries
New categories for this year include Best AI Tool, Best Studio Build, Best Tech for Content Creators and more The Broadcast Tech Innovation Awards 2026 has opened for entries. The event, now in its eighth year, celebrates the best creative uses of…
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