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RTE chief financial officer to leave broadcaster
RTE 's chief financial officer is set to leave the broadcaster after just 18 months in the role. RTE announced on Thursday night that Mari Hurley has decided to take up a new position outside the organisation. Ms Hurley will remain at RTE until…
Channel 4 star quits broadcaster after 20 years and moves to rival station
A Channel 4 stalwart has shocked fans as they announced they are quitting the broadcaster and will be moving to a rival TV station. Cathy Newman, who first joined Channel 4 News 20 years ago in January 2006, announced she's joining Sky News to host…
Iran TV broadcasts ominous threat to Trump with picture of assassination attempt
Iranian state TV aired footage of an ominous threat to Donald Trump, after the US president threatened to take military action against the ayatollah's regime. A mourner at a ceremony for Iranian security forces killed in the recent unrest held up a…
Legendary Sells Minority Stake to Tokyo Broadcasting System in Japanese IP Partnership
The Tokyo Broadcasting System has made a strategic investment in Legendary Entertainment, the producer of “Dune” and the Godzilla franchise, that will allow the Hollywood company access to more Japanese intellectual property. TBS…
Legendary Entertainment Enters Strategic Partnership With Tokyo Broadcasting System
Tokyo Broadcasting System and Legendary Entertainment have entered into a non-exclusive agreement to source and develop Japanese IP. As part of the agreement, TBS has acquired $150 million of equity from the company and existing shareholders of…
Ex-NFL star Tony Romo reveals he was dealing an illness after broadcast performance drew fan criticism
Former Dallas Cowboys star quarterback Tony Romo was widely criticized for his performance as a commentator during the Buffalo Bills' win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Romo, 45, revealed that he was battling an unspecified illness during the game.
Yankees Broadcaster Blasts Fans for Complaining About Lackluster Offseason
HThe New York Yankees made it to the ALDS last season, but so far this offseason, the team hasn't made many key moves. New York has yet to re-sign Cody Bellinger as his future remains in flux. The Yankees did trade for Ryan Weathers from the Miami…
Legendary Sells $150 Million Stake to Japanese Broadcast Giant TBS in Strategic Tie-Up
The Japanese broadcasting and media giant Tokyo Broadcasting System is acquiring a $150 million stake in Legendary Entertainment as part of a strategic partnership between the companies, with ambitions to adapt Japanese IP for global audiences.
Michael Jordan's NBA on NBC Broadcast Plans for Remainder of Season Discussed by Mike Tirico
Michael Jordan's role as part of the NBA on NBC broadcast is unlikely to change for the rest of this season. Appearing on the SI Media with Jimmy Traina podcast (h/t Brandon Contes of Awful Announcing), NBC's lead play-by-play announcer Mike Tirico…
Legendary Entertainment Sells $150 Million Minority Stake to Tokyo Broadcasting System
Legendary Entertainment has sold a $150 million minority stake to Tokyo Broadcasting System as part of a non-exclusive agreement to source and develop Japanese IP. The remaining equity continues to be owned by Legendary management and funds managed…
Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) 2026 Schedule: Date, Match Time, Broadcast & Live Streaming details
The 12th edition of the Celebrity Cricket League (CCL) 2026 is officially back, promising a high-octane blend of cinema and sport as the biggest stars from eight regional film industries take to the pitch. Kicking off today, January 16, 2026, the…
Report: Broadcast TV contributed $748 billion to U.S. economy in 2025
Local broadcast television supported more than 1.5 million U.S. jobs and generated $748 billion in annual economic impact. Advertising drove the majority of the impact, accounting for nearly $628 billion in economic output. The report projects…
Broadcast Sport Content Summit returns to Dock10 in March
The fifth annual Broadcast Sport Content Summit takes place at Dock10 Studios, MediaCityUK on 5 March 2026 The Broadcast Sport Content Summit is returning to Dock10 Studios, MediaCityUK on Thursday 5 March 2026. The popular free-to-attend event…
Channel 4 star quits after 20 years to join rival broadcaster in major career move
Channel 4's Cathy Newman quits broadcaster after 20 years as she moves to rival station A Channel 4 stalwart has stunned fans after announcing her departure from the broadcaster to join a rival TV station. Cathy Newman, who joined Channel 4 News in…
What the FCC's C-Band auction means for broadcasters (by Malik Khan)
For nearly 40 years, Malik Khan has been a visionary leader within the network technology industry, successfully bringing to market and growing high-quality, highly differentiated products and services. Prior to co-founding LTN in 2008, Malik held…
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