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Ukraine Alert System Hacked, Broadcasting False Nuclear and Chemical Alerts
Every current and future war is going to have a cyberwarfare element. In the latest example of just this, on Sunday we learned that the civil air-defense alert system in Ukraine was hacked, and false messages sent out warning of possible chemical…
President Inaugurates 63rd General Assembly of Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union
The opening ceremony of the 63rd General Assembly of the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) was held in Colombo on Sunday morning (01), under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Representatives from 225 electronic media…
UFC Fight Night broadcast airs Trump ad promising Americans $5,000 for GOP midterm win
As we approach election day on Nov. 3, voters might have heard the outlandish claims made by President Donald Trump that, should Republicans maintain control of both chambers of Congress, every adult American citizen will receive a check for…
Only Fools and Horses fans astonished by chilling prediction about November 2026
Fans of classic British sitcom Only Fools and Horses have been left astonished after a clip emerged from a legendary episode making a prediction about how the world would look 30 years later - on this exact date. The show's 1996 Christmas special…
$17M Aroostook shortwave superstation is on the market
A famed Aroostook broadcaster is selling one of the world's most powerful shortwave radio stations. Monticello's WBCQ The Planet, an international AM/FM shortwave radio broadcast station and free speech platform, constructed the $17 million…
'The content creator election': digital streamers and TV networks face off for midterms coverage
On Tuesday, for the first time in more than 20 years, Jim Acosta, a former CNN stalwart, will not be working for a mainstream television network on election night. Acosta, who left CNN last year after nearly 18 years at the network, is putting on…
Spain's Indie Distribution Surges but Large Challenges Remain, Highlighted at Valladolid's Merci Market
Spain's indie film distributors are flexing growing box office muscle — and attracting a broader range of buyers to Valladolid's Merci market. Presented at Merci, Rentrak figures showed that members of Adicine, Spain's leading association of…
Naga Munchetty's new co-host announced as she joins BBC Radio 5 Live Breakfast
Welsh broadcaster Steffan Powell has been named as the co-host of Naga Munchetty 's new BBC Radio 5 Live Breakfast show. Producers shared a statement confirming Steffan Powell will be the broadcaster's new co-host of 5 Live Breakfast, joining in…
Liverpool draw up Virgil van Dijk contract plan as Reds make decision on captain's Anfield future | Goal.com US
Sign up for the latest news, match updates, and exclusive content delivered straight to your inbox every Monday. Liverpool are reportedly considering a new contract extension for captain Virgil van Dijk as his current deal nears its expiration. The…
India's TV Ratings Freeze Continues; Exchange4Media Reports 1,500 Jobs at Risk in BARC Shutdown Scenario
A possible shutdown of Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) India could put about 1,500 jobs across television audience measurement at risk, Exchange4Media reported, as the ratings freeze leaves broadcasters without a common audience…
Erling Haaland's future stance revealed by father Alfie as Manchester City face relegation threat over financial breaches | Goal.com US
Sign up for the latest news, match updates, and exclusive content delivered straight to your inbox every Monday. Erling Haaland remains fully committed to Manchester City and is blocking out the noise surrounding the club's legal battles, according…
Only Fools and Horses made incredible prediction about this exact date
Only Fools and Horses is rightly hailed as one of the best sitcoms ever made - if not the greatest of all time. From Del Boy falling through the bar, to the chandelier mishap, and from the Jolly Boys Outing, to the Trotters finally becoming…
As subscription numbers fall, Wowow bets on streaming venture with Docomo
Japanese satellite broadcaster Wowow has entered the paid video-streaming business after taking over NTT Docomo's Lemino service through a joint venture with the major mobile carrier. With pay-TV subscriptions declining, Wowow hopes to tap into the…
Ronald Araujo speaks out on Liverpool permanent transfer as Barcelona loanee addresses Anfield future | Goal.com US
Sign up for the latest news, match updates, and exclusive content delivered straight to your inbox every Monday. Ronald Araujo has quickly become a fan favourite at Anfield, sparking intense speculation regarding his long-term future on Merseyside.
Eagles vs. Commanders prediction, best bet: Flawed NFC East rivals will score on 'SNF'
It's been nothing but a sad state of affairs in the NFC East. This week's primetime Sunday game between the Eagles and Commanders will broadcast the dysfunction that has engulfed both teams since their Week 1 thriller went down to the wire.
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