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thesouthafrican.comABC Files Early License Renewals, Objects to FCC Order
The Disney-owned ABC network submitted early license renewal applications for its eight television stations. The filing objected to an April 28 FCC order that required the submissions years ahead of normal expiration dates.
thecanary.coGerman Media Regulators Consider Algorithm Rules for Trusted Outlets
State media regulators in Germany are preparing rules that would require social media platforms to give greater visibility to certain media sources. The measures are being developed under existing European digital regulation frameworks.
jpost.comIsraeli Committee Approves Split of Broadcasting Reform Bill
A Knesset committee voted Monday to divide proposed media legislation into two separate bills. The first bill focuses on restructuring broadcasting oversight and creating a new regulator.
jns.orgIsrael Media Regulator Members Defend Appointments at High Court
Members of Israel’s Second Authority Council appeared before the High Court to oppose petitions seeking their removal. They stated the challenges are politically motivated and lack legal basis.
nypost.comDisney Asks FCC to Classify The View as Bona Fide News Program
ABC and Disney petitioned the Federal Communications Commission to designate The View a bona fide news show. The FCC opened a public comment period after the filing.
westernjournal.comCRTC Raises Required Contributions from Streaming Services to 15 Percent
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission announced Thursday that large online streaming providers must direct 15 percent of their Canadian revenue to Canadian content. The regulator also lowered the contribution rate for traditional broadcasters and introdu…
app.buzzsumo.comFCC seeks public comment on updating TV ratings for gender identity content
The Federal Communications Commission opened a public comment period on possible changes to the television ratings system. Officials are asking whether programs with transgender or gender identity themes should carry additional parental warnings.
The Sydney Morning HeraldAustralian Media Regulator Officials Discussed Radio Show Coverage
Officials at the Australian Communications and Media Authority exchanged emails about media coverage of a radio show. The exchange occurred around the time the regulator added conditions to the station's license.
bbc.co.ukSpecial Counsel Seeks Arrest Warrant for Former KTV Head on Insurrection Charges
A special counsel team on Monday sought an arrest warrant for Lee Eun-woo, former president of the state-funded KTV cable channel, on charges of promoting insurrection related to the December 2024 martial law attempt. Prosecutors accuse Lee of directing coverage to justify the de…
news.sky.comUK Regulator Investigates Reform Leader Over Undeclared £5 Million Donation
The parliamentary commissioner for standards has opened an inquiry into a £5 million payment received by Reform leader Nigel Farage. Ofcom separately announced it will review a GB News interview with President Trump from November 2025.
medianama.comNetanyahu Denies Role in Alleged 2009 Media Understanding Discussions
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied testimony linking him to alleged 2009 efforts to reach an understanding with Yediot Aharonot publisher Arnon “Noni” Mozes. The denial came during his continued cross-examination in Case 2000 at the Tel Aviv District Court.
theconservativetreehouse.comFCC Commissioner Tells Disney ABC Faced Coordinated Campaign by Trump Administration
An FCC commissioner told Disney that its network ABC has been subjected to a sustained campaign of censorship and control by the Trump administration. The statement was made directly to the network's parent company. The report comes from The Wall Street Journal.
thecanary.coOfcom to Investigate GB News Over Trump Interview
Ofcom will examine whether a GB News programme that aired an interview with President Trump on November 15 breached rules on due impartiality and material misleadingness. The regulator had previously decided not to investigate an earlier broadcast of the same interview on the sam…
america.cgtn.comNiger Suspends Nine French Media Outlets Citing National Security
Niger's media regulatory authority suspended nine French outlets late Friday, accusing them of endangering public order and undermining security forces. Reporters Without Borders condemned the move on Saturday, calling the charges fabricated and urging reversal. The suspensions a…
EuronewsNiger Suspends Nine French Media Outlets
Niger's military government imposed an immediate ban on nine French media organizations on Friday, citing repeated broadcasts that it said endangered public order and national unity. The move extends a pattern of restrictions on foreign and local press since the 2023 coup.
news.google.comHungary Media Outlet Stops Calling Incoming Prime Minister an Insect
A Hungarian newspaper affiliated with the former ruling party will no longer refer to the incoming prime minister as a "bug" or insect following a court order. The incoming prime minister has called for a complete regime change after elections in April.
cnbc.comDisney Files FCC Objection Over Regulation of 'The View' Guests
The company objected this week to federal efforts to regulate political guests on its daytime talk show 'The View,' calling the move unprecedented and a threat to free speech. The filing marks the second recent instance in which the company has resisted pressure related to its pr…
The GuardianABC Station Challenges FCC Investigation Into The View
Lawyers for KTRK-TV, an ABC-owned station in Houston, filed a legal motion on Thursday contesting an FCC investigation into whether the talk show The View violated equal time rules. The filing argues the probe threatens settled law and protected speech. The FCC opened the enforce…
news24.comMedia Institute of Southern Africa Releases 2026 Press Freedom Report
The Media Institute of Southern Africa has launched its sixth annual report on press freedom in the region. The document assesses conditions in 11 countries and addresses issues including digital surveillance, journalist safety and media viability. It notes both challenges and pr…
jpost.comIsraeli High Court Issues Temporary Freeze on New Television and Radio Council
Israel's High Court froze the activities of the new Second Authority for Television and Radio Council after the state missed a response deadline. Justice Alex Stein issued the temporary order on Sunday, barring the council from convening or making decisions. The ruling came amid…
cnbc.comFCC Begins Early Review of ABC Broadcast Licenses in Disney Probe
The Federal Communications Commission has ordered an early review of broadcast licenses for ABC television stations owned by Disney. This action follows an ongoing probe into the company's diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. Legal experts indicate that revoking or denying…
citizen.co.zaFCC Considers Early Review of Disney's ABC Broadcast Licenses
The Federal Communications Commission is preparing a potential review of Disney's broadcast licenses for ABC stations. This follows recent threats from FCC Chairman Brendan Carr over the company's diversity programs. President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have demanded the…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewCourts Reject Trump Immigration Policy, Stay Pentagon Press Ruling; Bipartisan Push to Repeal FCC News Distortion Rule
Federal appeals courts issued decisions on the Trump administration's mandatory detention policy for immigrants and the Pentagon's journalist escort requirement. Former FCC officials petitioned for a vote to repeal the News Distortion Policy amid allegations of misuse.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewFCC Chairman Seeks Public Input on TV Ratings for Gender Identity in Children's Programs
Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr announced he is seeking public comments on whether gender identity content in children's programming should be flagged in the TV rating system. The current system flags language, sex, and violence but not gender identity top…
musicbusinessworldwide.comFashion Designer Jeff Banks Ceases BBC Licence Fee Payments After Opting Out of Service
Jeff Banks, 82, former BBC Clothes Show presenter, ceased paying his BBC licence fee in August 2025, citing no longer watching or listening to BBC content. He has since received five letters from TV Licensing warning of fines up to £1,000 and home visits.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewNexstar Media Group Seeks to Limit Reach of ABC, NBC and CBS Affiliates via Regulatory Filing
Nexstar Media Group has initiated an effort to restrict the distribution of national networks ABC, NBC and CBS through its affiliate stations nationwide. The action is detailed in a regulatory document and confirmed by individuals familiar with the matter. This move involves loca…