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How Eurovision pioneered transnational broadcasting
As fans around the world prepare for the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, a new exhibition charts the history of the technical innovations that helped make the competition a global phenomenon. Essentially an experiment in transnational live…
Wayne Rooney's BBC salary and why he was in tears during live FA Cup broadcast
Wayne Rooney has gone from being one of the finest players of his generation to a burgeoning punditry career. In fact, Manchester United's all-time record goalscorer has impressed so much since stepping into analysis that he has been selected for…
The NFL keeps spotlight on Sunday broadcasts as it creates more windows on other days
The NFL schedule traditionally gets plenty of attention. Government officials usually check it to see when the Washington Commanders or their favorite team are playing. However, there has been scrutiny as the league has carved out games for…
NFL Responds To TV Broadcaster Gripes, Shared By Donald Trump, About Games Shifting To Streaming
Two top NFL executives addressed broadcasters' complaints that too many games are shifting to streaming, calling the objections “odd” and defending their media rights setup as “the most fan-friendly model there is.”…
CBS News anchor Tony Dokoupil barred from broadcasting at Taiwan hotel in latest Asia trip snag
“CBS Evening News” anchor Tony Dokoupil said he was barred from broadcasting from his Taiwan hotel after the owner frowned on his coverage — one of several snags the journo encountered during his jaunt to cover President…
FIFA reaches 2026 World Cup broadcast deal with China
China Media Group (CMG), the parent body of China's state broadcaster, said on Friday that it has reached an agreement with FIFA for broadcasting the 2026 World Cup with less than a month left for the start of the tournament. The World Cup is set…
Reliance-Disney's JioStar launches legal battle against Zee over unauthorised Bollywood film broadcasts
NEW DELHI: India's JioStar, the TV and online entertainment venture of Reliance and Walt Disney, has initiated legal measures against rival Zee Entertainment for alleged unauthorised broadcast of Bollywood films it has the rights to…
BBC loses highlights of iconic event after TV rights go to rival broadcaster
Channel 5 has struck a Commonwealth Games highlights agreement, marking the conclusion of the BBC's 72-year broadcasting legacy of the event. The sporting spectacle was most recently staged in Birmingham in 2022. Glasgow, Scotland, will play host…
CBS Anchor Tony Dokoupil's Broadcast From Wrong City Ends in Chaos
Article continues below advertisement The CBS Evening News broadcast on Wednesday, May 13, anchored by Tony Dokoupil, ended in chaos after their cameraman suffered a medical emergency live on air in Taipei, Taiwan. During the final segment of the…
PGA Championship 2026 live updates: Round 2 latest including tee times, predictions, how to watch
Follow live from Round 2 of the 2026 PGA Championship with Scheffler among the clubhouse leaders It's always a busy time in the sports world, but May is one of the busiest months. There is playoff action in the NBA and NHL, while it is crunch time…
RTÉ paid Ray D'Arcy and Claire Byrne combined €97k after they stopped working for broadcaster
RTÉ DIRECTOR GENERAL Kevin Bakhurst has defended paying a combined total of €97,000 to Claire Byrne and Ray D'Arcy after the duo stopped working for the broadcaster towards the end of year. Byrne announced last August that she would…
JioStar files legal action against Zee over Bollywood film broadcast rights
India's JioStar, the TV and online entertainment venture of Reliance and Walt Disney, has initiated legal measures against rival Zee Entertainment for alleged unauthorised broadcast of Bollywood films it has the rights to, documents…
Michael Gove: broadcasters must make 'more effort' to engage news viewers
Journalist and former cabinet minister calls on channels to protect deep-dive factual content Up to the minute industry news Agenda-setting interviews with key industry figures Insight into the latest programme performances Ratings data with…
IPL viewership grows in digital space; set to hit 500 million on TV: Official broadcaster
The watch-time of the ongoing Indian Premier League has increased by seven per cent in the digital space, while the TV viewership is on course to hit the 500 million mark, according to the event's broadcasters. The overall digital reach of the IPL…
Spurs vs. Timberwolves live updates: 2026 NBA playoffs Game 6 start time, picks and predictions
The San Antonio Spurs are looking to advance to the Western Conference finals for the first time since 2017 tonight. Standing in their way are the Minnesota Timberwolves, who are hosting tonight's Game 6 of this second-round series. After being…
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