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US Broadcasters Predict DP Sweep in House, Senate in Midterm Elections
Major U.S. television networks project that the Democratic Party will likely win majorities in both the Senate and the House of Representatives in the midterm elections. Some are even describing the outcome not just as a “blue wave,”…
Six Nations and Sanzaar agree to sell global broadcast rights together in unique deal
The Six Nations and Sanzaar unions have agreed to sell all their media rights and commercial deals collectively for the first time in a new revenue-sharing model. In an innovative arrangement that is the first of its kind in sport, the southern…
Broadcasters need content creators 'more than creators need them'
Broadcasters need content creators more than creators need them due to the shift in how the public consumes media, according to a leading production company backed by Elisabeth Murdoch. Founded 10 years ago, the trajectory of creator-led After…
How 'Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch' Turned a 60-Second Idea Into Broadcast TV Gold
This fall, our investment show, Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, airs on more than 30 TV stations (ABC, CBS, FOX, CW) across the country — and it's an accomplishment 10 years in the making. Started as a web series in 2016, this show is not only…
Broadcaster: Trump's Republicans Lose the House of Representatives
dpatopbilder – In the midterm elections, U.S. citizens are called upon to decide the composition of the House of Representatives and the Senate. Photo: Allison Robbert/AP/dpa According to projections, U.S. President Donald Trump's…
TV reporter forced to apologize as they broadcast Donald Trump expletive live on air
Mark Stone was speaking outside the White House A Sky News correspondent was compelled to issue an apology after reading aloud an angry social media post from President Donald Trump that contained profanity during a live broadcast. Mark Stone, the…
From 'Unemployed Lee Sedol' to 'Dead-End Job,' labor becomes content
As concerns grow that artificial intelligence (AI) could replace humans in the workplace, the broadcasting industry is turning its attention to labor. A growing number of programs are exploring the subject, ranging from dramas set in workplaces and…
Liverpool latest: Reds without a striker in Champions League as Isak on bench
Liverpool's expensive forward line continues to fail in decisive games and Andoni Iraola must figure out a solution if they are to become challengers in the Premier League. Liverpool's expensive forward line continues to fail in decisive games and…
Media Stocks, Markets Surge In Post-Election Rally
“Guess my election-interfering space lasers didn't work this time,” Elon Musk joked ruefully on X overnight after pouring hundreds of millions of dollars to back conservative candidates only to see a blue wave sweep the midterms and…
Culture Secretary to intervene in £1.6bn Sky and ITV deal
News from the City, market updates plus comment and analysis from our business desk I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has decided to intervene in…
Filmmakers eye international content market at 12th Mashariki Film Festival
The 14th edition of the Mashariki African Film Festival is expected to bring together filmmakers, producers, and international content distributors in Kigali, creating opportunities for local filmmakers to showcase their work and access global…
South Korean TV drama production at risk of collapse, industry groups warn
SEOUL, Nov 4 (Reuters) – Twelve South Korean industry groups urged the government on Wednesday to invest in and support production of Korean television dramas, known as K-dramas, warning that the country's production base…
ITV issues update as another show suddenly pulled off air
Loose Women has been pulled off air just hours before broadcast. The weekday lunchtime show was set to air on ITV1 and ITVX today from 12.30pm, with the regular panellists scheduled to discuss current affairs and showbiz news. But ITV has confirmed…
Culture Secretary formally intervenes in Sky's £1.6bn ITV deal
Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for exclusive competitions, offers and theatre ticket deals I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has tasked…
MaxxKonnect Acquires FCCInfo.com
The MaxxKonnect Group has acquired FCCInfo.com, a popular industry data resource, from Cavell, Mertz & Associates. “The broadcast industry in general is getting smaller, we all know that,” said Josh Bohn, president/CEO of MaxxKonnect…
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