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people.com - David Chiu - Bob Ross Paintings Raise Over $1.2M for Public Television After Trump Administration Cuts
Bob Ross Paintings Raise Over $1.2M for Public Television After Trump Administration Cuts
PEOPLE

A Jan. 27 auction in Massachusetts of three Bob Ross paintings generated $1.27 million This latest sale followed a previous auction in November in Los Angeles featuring The Joy of Painting host's works The net proceeds from the paintings' sales…

theguardian.com - Mark Sweney - As most TV viewers tune in via broadband, will 2034 signal the death of Freeview?
As most TV viewers tune in via broadband, will 2034 signal the death of Freeview?
The Guardian

For almost quarter of a century Freeview has enabled viewers to access television from the nation's biggest broadcasters almost anywhere in the UK for no charge. Despite it still being the UK's largest TV platform, used in more than 16m homes and…

stltoday.com - Rich Heldenfels Tribune News Service - Television Q&A: Why did clock strike midnight on 'The Hour'?
Television Q&A: Why did clock strike midnight on 'The Hour'?
STLtoday.com

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deadline.com - Denise Petski - Disney Entertainment Television Unveils 2026 Directing & Writing Program Participants
Disney Entertainment Television Unveils 2026 Directing & Writing Program Participants
Deadline

EXCLUSIVE: Disney Entertainment Television has chosen its participants for the 2025-26 Directing and Writing Programs, talent development initiatives which connect emerging writers and directors with opportunities across DET's scripted and…

telegraph.co.uk - Robert White - Lee Anderson heckled for 'watching TV without licence fee'
Lee Anderson heckled for 'watching TV without licence fee'
The Telegraph

Lee Anderson was accused in Parliament of watching television without paying the BBC licence fee. Speaking during Prime Minister's Questions, the Reform MP told the House of Commons, “it was reported on the TV” that Labour…

bloomberg.com - Bloomberg Surveillance TV: January 28th, 2026
Bloomberg Surveillance TV: January 28th, 2026
Bloomberg

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…

mirror.co.uk - Nicola Roy - I never watch TV but one thriller on iPlayer has me hooked with every episode
I never watch TV but one thriller on iPlayer has me hooked with every episode
The Mirror

I dread whenever TV programmes come up in conversation. Put me in front of any film and I'll happily watch, but somehow, there are countless series that have completely passed me by. Game of Thrones, Breaking Bad, The Sopranos, Mad Men, Twin Peaks…

businessinsider.com - Steven Cohen - The best 85-inch TVs deliver big-screen immersion for movies, sports, and games - here are our TV expert's top picks
The best 85-inch TVs deliver big-screen immersion for movies, sports, and games - here are our TV expert's top picks
Business Insider

The best 85-inch TVs can transform your living room into a home theater, delivering a level of immersion that smaller TVs just can't match. The downside? Prices jump quickly at this size, so choosing the right model is crucial if you want great…

theguardian.com - Hollie Richardson - TV tonight: The Apprentice returns in Hong Kong for its 20th season
TV tonight: The Apprentice returns in Hong Kong for its 20th season
The Guardian

It's impressive how, now in its 20th year, Alan Sugar continues to be presented with contestants even more unbearable than the last lot. To mark the anniversary, he's brought the first winner, Tim Campbell, on to the panel with Karren Brady. More…

wsws.org - The Pitt Season 2 and the challenges facing a serious television drama
The Pitt Season 2 and the challenges facing a serious television drama
World Socialist Web Site

The second season of The Pitt is being aired in the midst of explosive events that have thrust healthcare workers into the spotlight in an unprecedented manner. The New York nurses' strike involving 15,000 nurses is now entering its third week.

variety.com - Naman Ramachandran - Sony Pictures Television Takes '100 Choices' Game Show Format to Thailand's Columbia Pictures Aquaverse Water Park (EXCLUSIVE)
Sony Pictures Television Takes '100 Choices' Game Show Format to Thailand's Columbia Pictures Aquaverse Water Park (EXCLUSIVE)
Variety

Sony Pictures Television has secured an option agreement with Thailand's TV Thunder and Columbia Pictures ‘ Aquaverse to develop “ 100 Choices,” SPT's unscripted entertainment format, with production set to take place at the…

thesun.co.uk - Sean Keach - Giant 50-inch 4K TV from Samsung rival down to £269 & it runs on Amazon Fire TV
Giant 50-inch 4K TV from Samsung rival down to £269 & it runs on Amazon Fire TV
The Sun

TELLY fans can snap up a large 50-inch 4K TV for just £269 in a new deal. Normally you'd pay £319 for this particular set, so it's a respectable discount of £50. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy You'll…

mirror.co.uk - Dylan James - Watch Arsenal vs Kairat - TV channel, stream, kick-off time in Champions League
Watch Arsenal vs Kairat - TV channel, stream, kick-off time in Champions League
The Mirror

Match Timing: The fixture is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, January 28, with a kick-off time of 8pm GMT. This match represents the final round of the UEFA Champions League league phase. Venue Details: Arsenal will host the Kazakhstan-based…

theguardian.com - Mark Sweney - YouTube criticised after pulling out of UK TV audience measurement
YouTube criticised after pulling out of UK TV audience measurement
The Guardian

YouTube has been criticised by the TV and advertising industry after suspending its participation in a key measurement system that compares viewership on the social media site with other streamers such as Netflix and TV broadcasters. YouTube's…

9to5mac.com - Marcus Mendes - Apple TV lands rights to Brandon Sanderson's 'Cosmere' books
Apple TV lands rights to Brandon Sanderson's 'Cosmere' books
9to5Mac

Described as “unprecedented,” the deal spans film and series adaptations and could mark Apple's first true fantasy franchise. Here are the details. Per The Hollywood Reporter, Apple has secured the rights to Sanderson's…

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