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Donald Trump Hates One Television Show More Than Any Other. After Watching for the Past Week, I See Why.
There's a lot going on behind the scenes at ABC's long-running daytime talk show The View: Earlier this month, the network accused President Donald Trump's Federal Communications Commission, which has been quietly investigating the show for several…
Network Ten to go off air in country SA and NSW as WIN Television deal lapses
Network Ten's free-to-air channels will be pulled from televisions in SA's Limestone Coast, Riverland and NSW's Riverina. Regional television distributor WIN Television and Network Ten's agreement for those areas will expire in July. A media expert…
Return to reality TV is a bad sign for MAGA
More than a decade into his political ascent, it's remarkable how thoroughly the lesson of Donald Trump has been internalized by the apparatus around him. Now, running low on new ideas and facing mounting public frustration over inflation, war and…
The Mandalorian and Grogu should have been a season of TV
The new Star Wars movie isn't strong enough to get the franchise back on track. The new Star Wars movie isn't strong enough to get the franchise back on track. Charles Pulliam-Moore is a reporter focusing on film, TV, and pop culture. Before The…
Harry Potter' TV series recasting Ginny for Season 2
May 19 (UPI) -- HBO's Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone TV series is recasting Ginny Weasley for Season 2. Gracie Cochrane played the supporting role in the upcoming first season, which is to debut this Christmas. But the young actress will…
Bloomberg Surveillance TV: May 18th, 2026
The economy and the markets are 'under surveillance' as we cover the latest in finance, economics and investment. Listen to Jonathan Ferro, Lisa Abramowicz and Annmarie Hordern for the top interviews from Bloomberg Surveillance Television. And join…
TV tonight: Jack Thorne's new forbidden love drama
“May I see your cabbages?” Catholic priest David (Paapa Essiedu) asks devoted nun Anna (Keeley Hawes). “Only if you get me really drunk,” she chuckles. And with that, a forbidden love story starts to unfold. This is Jack…
Why we're living through the cable TV moment of the internet
For most of the past decade, individuals have largely defined the creator economy: one creator, one channel, and one voice, building a direct relationship with an audience. That model has produced massive businesses and cultural influence. It's not…
Eve Myles and Timothy Spall land National Television Award nominations as 2026 longlist is revealed
The National Television Awards 2026 longlist has been revealed with big names like Eve Myles, Timothy Spall, Jodie Whittaker and more going head to head for the best drama performance award. The Traitors will go up against itself as the original…
Sony Pictures Television Acquires Alex Baskin's 32 Flavors
Sony Pictures Television has acquired the majority stake in Alex Baskin's 32 Flavors, the production company behind some of Bravo's biggest hits. The TV studio announced Monday that it now holds the majority interest in the production company…
Danny Dyer responds to Traitors comparisons as he defends new TV show
Danny Dyer has hit back at critics who say his new TV show, Nobody's Fool, that premieres on ITV this Saturday is too like the BBC's The Traitors that's fronted by Claudia Winkleman. The 48-year-old has teamed up with his Rivals co-star Emily…
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Dish TV rolls out South India-focused regional packs starting at Rs 149
Dish TV has introduced new regional language packs for South Indian audiences, with pricing starting at Rs 149 per month. The offering includes packs curated for Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam-speaking households, with a mix of entertainment…
Virgin Media dishes out free £250 smart TVs until this date
Virgin Media is giving away free smart TVs in a 10-day flash sale. On Monday (May 18), the provider launched its latest giveaway where customers can get their hands on a free £250 LG Smart TV. It's available when signing up for one of four…
Married at First Sight pulled from UK TV after rape accusations
The reality TV show Married at First Sight U.K. has been pulled from screens after two women who participated in the program alleged they were raped by their on-screen husbands. A third woman has alleged she was subjected to a non-consensual sex…
ITV Believe Me could make police treat women better - why is TV driving change?
Anyone who wants to know what many women's worst nightmare looks like should watch ITV's latest true crime drama Believe Me. It follows the true story of three women who were raped by a London taxi driver and how many people, including the police…
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