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'I broadcasted live from the Falklands with an Argentinian gun in my back'
This, coupled with a plan to withdraw the Royal Navy ice patrol ship HMS Endurance, frustrated islanders. 'It was a feeling of not being wanted by the British,” Patrick said. He continued: “It was quite annoying if you wanted to stay…
Are local, over-the-air networks the future of regional sports broadcasting?
With the shutdown of the FanDuel-branded regional sports networks, the age of cable-based local sports networks is coming to an end. And to the delight of many fans, teams across the NHL and NBA have turned to over-the-air networks to broadcast…
Nigeria tightens broadcast rules ahead of 2027 election
Nigeria's broadcast regulator has tightened the rules for radio and TV stations ahead of the West African nation's 2027 general election, warning presenters against airing personal opinions, “bullying” guests, and broadcasting…
Sony bags Asian Games broadcast rights
Sony Pictures Networks India has secured the exclusive broadcast rights for the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, scheduled to be held in Japan from September 19-October 4. As per the deal, the continental showpiece will be telecast on Sony…
Bell introduces Bell GPCanada, the official promoter of the Formula 1 Grand Prix du Canada, reinforcing Bell's role as owner, promoter and official broadcaster
Bell launches Bell GPCanada, the new brand of the official promoter of the Formula 1 Grand Prix du Canada, underscoring its long-term commitment to the event's continued growth As owner, promoter and official broadcaster, Bell is aligning…
World Cup broadcasters tipped to earn nearly $1 billion tournament
Fans wanting to watch the World Cup in New Jersey will have to pay over $100 for a return trip Broadcasters are set to reap a substantial financial windfall from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Matches in the quadrennial tournament will be played in the…
NBC Sports' Jon Miller: Broadcast Is 'Having a Moment'
Although the current U.S. sports TV market is more fluid than ever — with sports rights getting more expensive and more leagues moving onto streaming platforms — the state of broadcast sports has never been stronger. That was the…
AccuWeather Taps Amagi Managed Services to Upgrade Broadcasting Operations
NEW YORK—Amagi has announced that AccuWeather has successfully completed a major upgrade of its broadcast ecosystem. As part of the upgrade, AccuWeather moved from traditional broadcast infrastructure to a cloud-based, internet-driven system…
Castanet Launches Hybrid ATSC 3.0 and 5G Broadcast Internet Pilot Network in Vegas
LAS VEGAS —Castanet Corporation has announced that it has launched a commercial-ready hybrid ATSC 3.0 and 5G Broadcast Internet pilot network in Las Vegas, during the 2026 NAB Show. The deployment by Castanet and its spectrum partners…
Exclusive | Gayle King's CBS contract length is revealed after broadcaster insisted she had a 'long future'
Gayle King's “very long future” at CBS News may not be as long as it seemed. We hear the “CBS This Morning” co-host only signed a one-year contract with the network, despite a spokesperson previously telling us…
NHL 2025-26 awards predictions for Hart, Norris, Jack Adams and more
With the Stanley Cup playoffs underway, the regular season is officially in the rearview mirror. When The Athletic asked its NHL staff to make award predictions in the 2025-26 preseason, Connor McDavid was the clear favorite for the Hart Trophy.
Billy Corgan's National Wrestling Alliance Inks New Broadcast TV Deal
Billy Corgan, frontman of The Smashing Pumpkins and president/owner of the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA), has announced a new broadcast television deal for the wrestling operation. NWA Powerrr, the promotion's flagship program running since its…
NAB commissioner backs frustrated American sports fans as leagues pivot to streaming services
National Association of Broadcasters Commissioner Olivia Trusty addressed the issue of sports leagues broadcasting behind a paywall as Americans' frustrations build with the number of services needed to simply watch a game. Trusty addressed the…
DOJ Signals Antitrust Shift on Media Deals as AI Alters Industry
Rapid changes in media fueled by increased use of artificial intelligence and streaming services require a “cautious humility” from antitrust enforcers as they assess whether mergers in the industry are threatening competition and…
Jamie Carragher shares what he has heard about Arne Slot's Liverpool future
Jamie Carragher believes that Arne Slot will remain at Liverpool provided they secure Champions League qualification for next season. The Reds currently sit seven points ahead of Chelsea in fifth place, the final spot for next season's competition.
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