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tvline.comworld2 hrs ago
Actress Known for TV Role as Ohio Housewife Dies at 87
An actress who appeared in several films and television series died at age 87. She gained recognition for portraying a suburban housewife in a 1970s sitcom and had earlier roles in movies directed by a comedian who was also her husband at the time.
The Independentfinance8 hrs ago
Drinks Company Faces High Court Copyright Claim Over Glamping Cabin Image
Britvic admitted using a 2017 photograph of a Northamptonshire cabin to promote a competition. The cabin owners seek around £6,500 in lost profits and licensing fees. A hearing has not yet been scheduled.
Fox Newspolitics8 hrs ago
U.S. Activist Praises Late Ayatollah Khamenei in Iranian State Media Interview
Fox News reported that Calla Walsh appeared in a PressTV interview aired during coverage of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral. She called him the greatest anti-imperialist leader of her lifetime and said the U.S. had signed away huge concessions to Iran.
nypost.comworld19 hrs ago
Masked Burglars Smash Cases and Steal Jewelry from Lalique Museum
A crew of masked thieves broke into the Lalique Museum in Wingen-sur-Moder, northeastern France, around 5:30 a.m. Sunday and stole roughly 20 pieces of jewelry. The museum, which opened in 2011, will close for several days while investigators review CCTV footage.
Deadlinebusiness1 day ago
Sky to Acquire ITV for £1.6 Billion in Deal Expected to Close in 2028
Sky plans to buy ITV for £1.6 billion, creating the United Kingdom's largest commercial broadcaster. The companies expect regulatory review to last up to 18 months before the transaction can close.
riotimesonline.combusiness1 day ago
Sky Acquires ITV Media and Entertainment Divisions for £1.6 Billion
The deal announced July 6 includes ITV's broadcast channels and ITVX streaming service. Popular shows will stay free-to-air until at least 2034, and Sky will spend £2.1 billion on ITV Studios content over five years.
bleedingcool.combusiness1 day ago
Sky to Acquire ITV Media Business for $2.16 Billion
Sky will purchase ITV's Media & Entertainment division for $2.16 billion in a transaction announced July 6, 2026. The deal combines ITV's free-to-air channels and ITVX with Sky's pay-TV and data systems.
livemint.comworld1 day ago
ITV Sells Broadcast Channels and ITVX to Sky for £1.6 Billion but Keeps Studios as Standalone Business
ITV agreed to sell its broadcast channels and ITVX streaming service to Sky for £1.6 billion. The deal, announced July 6, excludes ITV Studios and remains subject to regulatory approval.
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news.sky.comsports1 day ago
Hugh Grant Tells Martin Brundle He Appeared in The Gentleman Film but Has Not Seen the TV Series
The Independent reported that Sky Sports commentator Martin Brundle interviewed actor Hugh Grant during the Formula 1 grid walk at Silverstone on Sunday. Grant said he appeared in the film version of The Gentleman but had not watched the television series.
broadbandtvnews.combusiness1 day ago
Sky to Buy ITV TV and Streaming Channels for £1.6 Billion
Sky, owned by Comcast, will acquire ITV's broadcast and streaming operations including ITVX. ITV Studios will remain independent under current shareholders. The deal follows talks that began in 2025.
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news.google.comsports4 days agoUpdated
Ronaldo's Sister Says Portugal World Cup Will Be His Last International Tournament
Cristiano Ronaldo intends to end his international career with Portugal after the World Cup. His sister Katia shared the information from a reliable source in comments to SportTV. The announcement frames the upcoming tournament as his final appearance.
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politics4 days ago
Australia Introduces Legislation Limiting Gambling Ads on TV and Radio
The federal government introduced a bill on July 2 that restricts gambling advertisements on television and radio during certain times, adds an online opt-out feature, and bars notable people from sponsored content. The measure faces an eight-week Senate inquiry after falling sho…
matcha-jp.comsports5 days ago
TNA Wrestling to hold 16-woman tournament for new Knockouts TV title
Total Nonstop Action Wrestling announced a 16-woman single-elimination tournament that begins Thursday on the weekly Impact program. The winner will become the first holder of a championship defended only on the television broadcast.
TechCrunchtechnology5 days ago
TV Time App to Shut Down on July 15, 2026
The TV tracking app will discontinue operations as its parent company shifts focus to an AI product. Whip Media cited insufficient demand for a paid version of the service.
politics5 days ago
Democratic Candidates Sue FCC Over Coordinated Ad Rates
Four Democratic candidates filed suit after the Supreme Court lifted limits on party-candidate coordination. The case challenges FCC guidance that would let party committees buy TV time at the lowest unit rate.
abcnews.go.comworld5 days ago
U.S. Army Ends Stryker Laser Program and JLTV Buys, Shifts Focus to Hybrid Light Vehicles
The Army ended its Stryker-based DE-MSHORAD program and is pursuing the ISV-Heavy and upgraded JLTV platforms for directed energy weapons. Defense News reported the moves target power generation shortfalls on existing vehicles.
world5 days ago
Labor to Introduce Gambling Advertising Bill to Parliament Thursday
The bill limits TV and radio ads during daytime hours, bans stadium and jersey advertising, and requires social media platforms to create an opt-out system for adults.
riotimesonline.comsports6 days ago
Bar TV Subscription Cutoff Interrupts Paraguay Fans During World Cup Penalty Shootout
A Boston bar's television subscription ended during a World Cup penalty shootout between Germany and Paraguay on Monday. Paraguay defeated Germany, eliminating the four-time champions from the tournament.
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axios.comworld8 days ago
Uganda military chief says Museveni will decide on reopening of Nation Media Group outlets still off air
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba stated that President Yoweri Museveni holds final authority over any agreement to restore Nation Media Group stations taken off air in Uganda. Discussions with UK and European allies are underway on NTV Uganda and Daily Monitor.
Euronewspolitics8 days ago
Five Eastern European Presidents Meet in Poland Before NATO Summit
Presidents of Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Romania gathered informally in Jurata to align positions before the Ankara NATO summit. Discussions covered regional security, NATO's eastern flank and EU challenges. Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda offered to mediate Poli…
winnipegfreepress.comworld9 days ago
Uganda Army Chief Orders Closure of NTV, Daily Monitor and Other Outlets
Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba directed the closure of NTV Uganda, Spark TV, Daily Monitor, Dembe FM, KFM and The East African on 28 June 2026. Armed soldiers guarded the Daily Monitor headquarters in Kampala while the television stations went off air. The general stated on X that the o…
securityaffairs.cotechnology9 days ago
Margaret Atwood Says Anthropic’s Claude Gave Wrong Answer About Father Brown TV Series
The author of The Handmaid’s Tale used Anthropic’s Claude chatbot once to research the British series Father Brown. The query returned an incorrect answer, prompting criticism of reliance on AI tools.
theiranproject.comworld10 days ago
Iran Fires Two Missiles Toward Ships in Strait of Hormuz
@MarioNawfal reported that Iran launched warning shots and two missiles from its southern region after a prior drone strike on a cargo ship. The launches originated from Sirik County and Karpan area according to state TV and may have prompted alerts in Dubai.
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Breaking Defenseworld11 days ago
AM General cites inherited issues for JLTV A2 delays as Congress cuts funding and Marines seek second supplier
AM General said production of the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle A2 variant faces delays after inheriting an incomplete technical baseline from the prior supplier. House appropriators proposed cutting $133 million from the program and shifting funds to non-developmental alternative…
theiranproject.compolitics11 days ago
Two NATO members report Russian preparations for possible Baltic or Polish provocation
Latvian intelligence and a second unnamed NATO member state have detected signs that Russia may stage limited military actions against Baltic states or Poland. Officials described the moves as efforts to test alliance cohesion amid stalled Russian advances in Ukraine.
The Vergetechnology11 days ago
Instagram Adds Vertical Reels, Stories to Smart TV App
Instagram launched new features for its television application on June 25. The updates include vertical Reels, disappearing Stories, and horizontal videos. The company plans to expand into longform and live content.
pymnts.combusiness12 days ago
Walmart to Pay $1.4 Billion for French Connected-TV Ad Firm Vibe.co
The deal expands Walmart Connect into connected television and streaming ads aimed at smaller brands. It follows the retailer's 2024 purchase of Vizio and comes under new CEO John Furner.
awfulannouncing.comsports12 days ago
French TV Commentator Apologizes After Criticizing Doku's Absence from Belgium's World Cup Match
@CBSNews reported that France Pierron apologized Tuesday for calling childbirth a moment where the dad is useless during criticism of Jérémy Doku. The Belgium forward left the tournament for his son's birth and later returned to play.
app.buzzsumo.comworld13 days ago
Cubana Chiefpriest Offers Live TV DNA Test in Paternity Dispute
Nigerian businessman Pascal Okechukwu said on June 24 he will take a DNA test on live television if the child is brought forward. He posted the offer on Instagram but declined to pay travel costs for Kenyan woman Hellen Ati. The comment followed resurfacing of a video in which At…
Los Angeles Timesbusiness14 days ago
Fox News Hires Natalie Chuck as Los Angeles Correspondent
The network hired the award-winning reporter from KMGH-TV in Denver. Chuck previously covered investigations in Colorado and stories across Southern California.
rnz.co.nzpolitics14 days ago
UK Government Proposes Requiring Social Media Platforms to Prioritize Public Service Broadcasters in News Feeds
The document proposes requiring platforms to place BBC, ITV and Channel 4 content higher in news searches. It also outlines a shift to internet-based television by 2034 or 2044 and free on-demand access to major sports events.
pymnts.combusiness14 days ago
Boardroom Podcasts to Stream on Amazon Services Starting in 2027 While Remaining on Own Platforms
Amazon’s Wondery acquired exclusive distribution and ad-sales rights to Boardroom podcasts. The agreement expands reach on Prime Video, Amazon Music and Fire TV Channels beginning in early 2027 while preserving existing platform availability.
middleeasteye.netpolitics15 days ago
China’s state broadcaster airs first public footage of DF-17 hypersonic missile launch
Newsweek reported that CCTV aired video of the DF-17 launch from the Gobi Desert. The footage included a close-up of the hypersonic glide vehicle. The Pentagon has assessed China as holding the world's leading hypersonic arsenal.
mumbrella.com.auai15 days ago
Samba TV Acquires Bestever AI, Names Its CEO Director of Product
Samba TV has acquired Bestever AI, a GenAI ads platform founded in 2023. Bestever founder Apoorva Govind will become Director of Product at Samba TV and lead AI strategy. Deadline reported the deal.
cnbc.comfinance15 days ago
U.S. awards $800 million to TVA and Holtec for early SMR projects in Tennessee and Michigan
The Department of Energy chose the Tennessee Valley Authority and Holtec Government Services in December 2025 to receive combined federal funding for early deployments of advanced light-water small modular reactors.
koreaherald.comsports16 days ago
North Korean TV aired brief World Cup match summaries for four days then stopped, omitting games involving South Korea, U.S., and Japan
Korean Central Television broadcast four- to six-minute match summaries from Monday through Thursday but omitted results involving South Korea, the United States and Japan. The coverage included advertising boards for Hyundai Motor Co., Coca-Cola and McDonald's.
deadline.comworld16 days ago
Gary Lineker Guests on ITV World Cup Set in New York After BBC Exit
The former BBC presenter joined Laura Woods and pundits on ITV's Germany versus Ivory Coast broadcast while working on a Netflix show in Times Square.
middleeasteye.netfinance17 days ago
Iranian TV Reports Composition of Nuclear Negotiating Delegation
Iranian state television announced the makeup of the country's negotiating team for upcoming talks. The delegation includes the Central Bank Governor, the Deputy Oil Minister, and the official for international affairs at the National Security Council.
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order-order.comsports17 days ago
Gary Lineker to appear on ITV World Cup broadcast
Gary Lineker will join ITV coverage of the Germany versus Ivory Coast match in Toronto on Saturday. The appearance comes just over a year after his departure from the BBC.
espn.co.uksports18 days ago
Cape Verde goalkeeper gains 10 million Instagram followers after Spain match
The 40-year-old goalkeeper reached 10 million followers less than 24 hours after Cape Verde faced Spain. Brazilian channel CazéTV also covered the performance.
ai19 days ago
Disney to Test AI Tool for Creating TV Ads in July
Disney will begin testing an AI system that generates scripts, video, and music for television commercials next month. The tool targets small and medium advertisers without existing video assets.
Washington Examinerpolitics20 days ago
Actor Recreates TV Character for U.S. Anniversary Video
An actor reprised a television role in a public service announcement posted on YouTube. The video marks the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States.
thehindubusinessline.comfinance20 days ago
BSE Index Services Launches Index Tracking Indian Stocks Meeting Saatvik Principles
BSE Index Services has created an index that selects Indian stocks based on alignment with saatvik principles. The new measure applies traditional criteria to listed companies in India.
Fox Newssports20 days ago
Knicks Player Zones Out During Live TV Interview After Title Win
New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby appeared on Good Morning America after the team's championship celebration and remained silent when asked a question. Teammates and the show's hosts laughed as another player answered in his place.
swissinfo.chworld20 days ago
Milan Prosecutors Investigate Tram Drivers Over CCTV Images
Milan prosecutors are investigating tram drivers for allegedly accessing CCTV images of female passengers without authorization and sharing comments in a WhatsApp group. Several drivers have been suspended pending the outcome of the probe.
The Independentpolitics21 days ago
UK Regulator Bans Pure Cremation TV Ad for Implying an Attended Funeral
The Advertising Standards Authority prohibited a January television advertisement after finding it implied an attended ceremony that Pure Cremation’s standard plan does not include. Twelve viewers complained about the spot.
France 24world21 days ago
Social Media and Video Platforms Edge Out TV as Most Widely Used News Source Globally
A Reuters Institute survey of nearly 100,000 people in 48 countries found 54 percent obtained news from social media or video platforms in the week before the poll, ahead of television at 52 percent.
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medium.comworld21 days ago
Channel 4 Pulls MAFS Australia Episodes from Streaming but Keeps Them on Linear TV
UK broadcaster pulls streaming episodes following reports that several male contestants had prior convictions or allegations of violence, assault or drug use.
app.buzzsumo.comworld22 days ago
ITV Broadcaster Roger Cook Dies at 83
Roger Cook, the New Zealand-born journalist who hosted The Cook Report on ITV, died on Saturday after a short illness. His family issued a statement on Monday confirming the death and requesting privacy.
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New York Postpolitics22 days ago
Reality TV Star Files Lawsuit Over Palisades Fire Water Supply
A reality television personality and his wife sued the City of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power in January 2025 after their home was destroyed in the January 7, 2025 Palisades Fire. The suit alleges the city failed to maintain adequate water pressure…
The Independentpolitics23 days ago
Jermaine Jenas Says Good Morning Britain Interview Felt Like It Had an Agenda
The 43-year-old former BBC presenter posted an Instagram video on Friday after appearing on the ITV show. He said one presenter showed a “thirst for blood.”
Varietyworld24 days ago
WABC-TV Anchor Bill Ritter Steps Down After Early-Stage Alzheimer's Diagnosis
Ritter, 76, anchored the 6 p.m. newscast since 2001 and joined the station in 1998. He will remain with WABC-TV in a reporting role focused on Alzheimer's.
Al Jazeerapolitics27 days ago
Baltic States Ramp Up Border Fortifications Amid Rising Drone Incidents and Mutual Accusations
Workers in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are constructing anti-tank ditches and concrete bunkers along borders with Russia and Belarus after multiple suspected Ukrainian drones entered their airspace in 2026.
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Naveed Akram Charged With 19 Additional Offences in Bondi Beach Shooting
The 24-year-old faces a total of 78 charges over the December 2025 shooting at a Jewish festival. Prosecutors cited ongoing review of 230,000 CCTV images and devices requiring translation.
Euronewspolitics28 days ago
Ukraine Signs Drone Deal with Latvia at Nordic-Baltic Summit
Ukraine signed a drone production agreement with Latvia during talks at a Nordic-Baltic summit in Tallinn. The agreement comes as Ukrainian officials seek to strengthen diplomatic pressure on Russia ahead of upcoming European meetings.
The Vergetechnology28 days ago
Apple Announces tvOS 27 Accessibility Features at WWDC 2026 as New Hardware Nears Release
The June 8 keynote featured macOS 27, iOS 27, and iPadOS 27 but gave tvOS only a brief graphic mention. A new Apple TV remains in development to support upcoming features.
gamereactor.eupolitics28 days ago
Japanese City Closes 94 Schools After Bear Sighted in Urban Area
Utsunomiya shut all primary and middle schools for two days after a black bear appeared near a park on Saturday and was filmed on CCTV in the city centre early Sunday. Police, fire crews and hunters are still searching for the animal, whose last confirmed location was 700 metres…
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Israeli Navy Intercepts Houthi Drone Approaching Eilat
CCTV footage captured an Israeli Navy surface vessel launching an interceptor missile that downed a drone fired by Iranian-backed Houthis toward Eilat on the Red Sea coast.
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theaviationist.compolitics29 days ago
French Jet Downs Drone Near Latvian Border
A French fighter jet operating under NATO command shot down a drone that entered Latvia’s airspace from Russia on Monday morning. Officials said the incident occurred near Berzgale, about 30 kilometers from the border, and caused no injuries or damage. The event follows similar s…
abcnews.go.compolitics20 days agoUpdated
Nithya Raman Leads Spencer Pratt in Los Angeles Mayoral Primary
Progressive council member Nithya Raman overtook reality-TV star Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayoral primary after late and mail-in ballots were counted. Incumbent mayor Karen Bass is advancing to the November runoff.