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Hayden Panettiere A Career Retrospective of Iconic Television Roles
Hayden Panettiere has long been a fixture in American television, evolving from a child star into a leading actress known for anchoring high-stakes network dramas. As of August 2026, audiences are revisiting her most significant contributions to…
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Former Republic TV CEO Hersh Bhandari joins NDTV to lead CoLab
NDTV has appointed media industry veteran Hersh Bhandari as brand advisor & head, NDTV CoLab, a strategic initiative anchored in integrating brand partnerships, branded content, original IPs and cross-platform experiences. Bhandari brings nearly…
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TV ad volumes decline 7% in Jan-Jul; FMCG leads: TAM AdEx
Television advertising volumes declined 7% in Jan-Jul 2026 compared with the same period last year, according to TAM AdEx's latest report. The data is based on TV commercial advertising measured in secondages and excludes promos and social ads.
NFL complains about changes to Nielsen TV ratings measurements
The NFL is upset about changes made by Nielsen in its methodology for measuring viewership for the upcoming season, calling them 'rushed' and saying they will have a negative impact on sports. Nielsen announced plans this week to change how it…
When TV turns sour: the shows we simply can't stomach any more
When I think of the summer holidays when I was a teenager, I think of watching America's Next Top Model for hours on end, critiquing each contestant with my sister. The makeover episode was always my favourite: girls sobbing as their hair was…
Michael Schumacher's wife set to open up on F1 legend in rare TV appearance
Michael Schumacher's wife Corinna is set to make a rare TV appearance to speak about her husband. A new Netflix documentary on the career of the F1 star is set to be released later this year. Schumacher suffered life-changing injuries during a…
8 Best TV Antennas That Just Work
Even though most of our viewing content comes from paid streaming services these days, it's still possible to access free network news and shows via broadcast television. As the name implies, this type of TV signal is broadcast over the air by…
Dragons' Den star Susie Ma's career and past TV appearance
Susie Ma is returning to Dragons' Den as the new series launches tonight. The BBC business show continues on Thursday, August 20, Susie is joining Peter Jones, Steven Bartlett and Deborah Meaden in the Den. They're also joined by guest Dragon and…
'The Dynasty: UConn Huskies' now available on Apple TV
Apple TV's three-part docuseries about the University of Connecticut women's basketball program is now available to stream. Watch the trailer below. Apple TV subscribers can now stream all three episodes of ‘ The Dynasty: UConn Huskies,' its…
Michael Schumacher's wife Corinna to open up in rare TV appearance
Corinna Schumacher, wife of Formula One legend Michael Schumacher, is preparing to make a rare television appearance discussing her husband. A forthcoming Netflix documentary chronicling the racing icon's career is scheduled for release later this…
NFL complains about changes by Nielsen to TV ratings measurements
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This hack can help you beat the Peacock price hike by bundling with Apple TV
Peacock just hiked prices for the fourth time in as many years, and the top Premium Plus tier has officially reached $19.99 a month. While the hefty price hike affected all of Peacock's stand-alone plans, the Apple TV and Peacock bundles are the…
Manchester City vs. Bournemouth: TV channel, how to watch in UK, kick-off time, live stream, team news, referee, predicted line-ups
Both Manchester City and Bournemouth will look to make a good start under their new managers as they face each other at the Etihad Stadium in the opening matchweek of the Premier League season on Sunday. Enzo Maresca will take charge of Manchester…
Alexa+ is now free on Fire TV, but Google TV is already better - even without Prime
Alexa+ rolls out free on compatible US Fire TV devices, though some advanced features still need Prime or a paid Alexa+ plan. Alexa+ finds shows via conversational search and controls smart-home gear; Gemini has richer on-screen controls. Amazon's…
Certain DWP pensioners eligible for free TV licence - Check if you qualify
State pensioners in the UK can receive a free TV licence, but only if they meet certain criteria set out by the Department for Work and Pensions. Under current rules, you may be eligible to apply for a free licence if you are 75 years old or over.
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