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Switching channels: will the Edinburgh TV festival's magic survive the move south?
The summer sojourn to Edinburgh has been a highlight of TV executives' calendars for half a century, allowing them an annual trip to the UK's most spectacular city during the world's biggest arts festival. So there was sadness when it was announced…
At the sprawling Big Ten TV deal's halfway point, here's what's working and what's changing
At the midpoint of its seven-year media rights deal, the Big Ten has put together its strongest schedule yet to help the league keep pace with the SEC in the battle for regular-season television ratings. With eight teams ranked in the preseason AP…
Putin shows off Brit 'traitor' fighting against Ukraine on Russian TV
Vladimir Putin's regime has trotted out an alleged Brit 'traitor' who has taken up arms for Russia in the war with Ukraine and showcased him in a national television broadcast. Moscow has claimed Michael Lee Gareth Jones from Enfield, in north…
Dozens of soldiers killed or arrested after an apparent mutiny in Niger's capital, state TV reports
NIAMEY, Niger — Dozens of soldiers were killed or arrested after a group of young troops attempted a mutiny in Niger's capital in what was seen as a major threat to the country's ruling junta, according to a state television broadcast and…
Gunfire and explosions in Niger's capital as state TV cut offline
Gunfire and explosions rang out across several areas of Niger's capital on Saturday mroning, including the airport and near the presidency, in what has been described as an attack by mutinous soldiers. State television and radio were…
Don't fall for this digital TV antenna myth
No, you can't get an antenna with a 6,000 mile range. You'll need a digital antenna if you want to watch free local TV channels at home. Buying one is a bit of a minefield, however. One might claim to give you 150 miles of range, another 600…
What To Watch This Weekend: New Shows And Movies To Stream On Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, Apple TV And More
Credit: Hulu / Ketchup Entertainment / Netflix Post updated 08/29/26. See updates below. Serial killers and child abductions. Trippy science-fiction stories about alternate realities. A courtroom drama starring an anthropomorphic coyote with more…
7 Most-Watched TV Episodes in NBC History, Ranked
In its century-long existence, NBC has dished out some of the most iconic shows and series of all time on American broadcast television. Across dramas, sitcoms, procedurals, live events, and more, the first and oldest major broadcast network has…
Full list of people who don't have to pay for a TV licence under new PM
TV Licences now cost £180 annually following the latest April increase before new Prime Minister Andy Burnham assumed office. However, Mr Burnham's administration has pledged to maintain the existing framework until at least the conclusion of…
Fire guts TV repair shop in Keralam's Perumbavoor
A television repair shop was gutted in a fire at Chelakkulam near Perumbavoor on Saturday (August 29, 2026) in the third incident of fire breakout reported from commercial establishments in the suburban areas of Ernakulam within a week. The blaze…
10 Best Apple TV Sci-Fi Shows, Ranked
In only a few short years, Apple TV has proven itself to be the number one streaming service for fans of science fiction. Although streamers like Netflix and HBO have wowed viewers with shows like 'Stranger Things' and 'The Leftovers,'…
15 Best TV Shows Based On Video Games, Ranked
Video game adaptations have only been considered 'potentially good' for a little under a decade at this point. There's still plenty of room to level up. The best of this subgenre falls into three tiers. At the bottom are shows that leave a little…
I Miss When Smart TVs Used To Be Dumber
Every now and then, a software update can brick a TV. It happened to several of my customers when I was a home theater installer, and the frustration they experienced was palpable. After all, software updates are supposed to enhance your smart TV…
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TVS Motor appoints Peyman Kargar as CEO, K. N. Radhakrishnan to step down
TVS Motor Company has appointed Peyman Kargar as its director and chief executive officer, effective January 27, 2027. He will take over from K. N. Radhakrishnan, who has been leading the company as director and CEO. Radhakrishnan will continue in…
College football games on today: Week 0 schedule, picks, predictions, times and TV channels
College football is back as Week 0, perhaps for the last time, is here to give us the soft landing into the 2026 season. As we've seen commonly in recent years, the college football Week 0 schedule isn't exactly loaded to the brim, as there's just…
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