Tuesday, October 13, 2026Est. 2026

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Ellison to keep Thompson at helm of CNN despite Trump antagonism

Paramount Skydance is finalizing its $112 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery this week, gaining control of CNN while retaining its current chair and editor-in-chief,…

Oct 6, 2026

'Been wild ride’: RNZ host Susie Ferguson made redundant

Radio New Zealand has made Susie Ferguson redundant as part of a restructuring that reduces the Saturday Morning show from two hosts to one based…

Sep 30, 2026

Opposition to BBC News on Streaming Platforms

A viewer from Cumbria threatened to cancel her Netflix subscription if BBC News starts streaming on platforms like Netflix, citing her license fee payment for…

Sep 30, 2026

BBC Sport’s Cuts and Push for Clicks Draw Opposition

BBC Sport has shifted its focus to audience-driven content by assigning dedicated reporters mainly to top Premier League clubs, drawing criticism for potentially narrowing coverage…

Sep 26, 2026

CNN’s Future Will Include an Editorial Oversight Board

Paramount Skydance has settled an antitrust lawsuit, allowing CEO David Ellison to proceed with his $11 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, which will combine…

Sep 23, 2026

21% Fewer Viewers Watch A Revamped ‘60 Minutes’

“60 Minutes” returned to CBS with a revamped format and new leadership but saw a 21 percent drop in viewership for its season premiere, attracting…

Sep 17, 2026

Emma Barnett Quits Today Programme After Editorial Clash

Emma Barnett has left Radio 4’s Today programme after disagreements over shifting its editorial focus from politics to human-interest stories. Her departure follows recent presenter…

Sep 13, 2026

TV veteran puts the spotlight on ABC

Mark Llewellyn has formally demanded that the ABC retract the Four Corners episode "Don’t Speak," accusing the program of misleading viewers by concealing key information…

Aug 31, 2026

NZ media faces big-tech threat

TVNZ CEO Jodi O’Donnell reaffirmed her push for a streaming levy on major international platforms to fund New Zealand’s local content, despite the proposal being…

Aug 31, 2026

Easy listening thrives amid talkback escape

Nine Entertainment sold its major talkback radio network to Tapt Media, while Southern Cross Austereo merged with Seven West Media, triggering significant shifts in the…

Aug 31, 2026

Sky News is investigated after Farage harassment claim

Ofcom has initiated an investigation into Sky News after Nigel Farage accused the broadcaster of harassing his daughter during his absence abroad. The probe focuses…

Aug 22, 2026

Internal Mutiny at BBC Sport over Director Alex Kay-Jelski

BBC Sport director Alex Kay-Jelski has faced internal backlash over management decisions during the World Cup, including staff working overnight shifts without meals and changes…

Aug 22, 2026

France orders deportation of pro-Kremlin TV personality

French authorities have issued a deportation order against Russian commentator Xenia Fedorova, revoking her residency and placing her under house arrest due to concerns over…

Jul 30, 2026

Former ‘60 Minutes’ Reporter Details Allegations of Bias

Former "60 Minutes" correspondent Cecilia Vega accused CBS News executives of pressuring her to inject political bias into three news segments before her abrupt dismissal…

Jul 25, 2026

Presenters’ pay rises anger BBC staff

Several prominent BBC News journalists, including Laura Kuenssberg and John Simpson, received pay increases despite the corporation implementing a £500 million savings plan involving job…

Jul 16, 2026

Media content creators compete outside stadiums for World Cup moments

Media organizations covering the 2026 FIFA World Cup are restricted from broadcasting live inside stadiums without holding exclusive rights, leading many to focus on off-pitch…

Jul 12, 2026

RNZ ‘won’t win young listeners through radio’

Brent Impey has begun his tenure as chairperson of Radio New Zealand’s board, facing the challenge of reversing declining audience numbers and overseeing the appointment…

Jul 2, 2026

BBC claims exclusive ‘family’ slots in World Cup TV battle

The BBC has secured exclusive live broadcast rights for early kickoff times during the World Cup knockout stage, including England’s Round of 32 match against…

Jun 29, 2026

‘New era of news’ coming on July 27

Sky News Australia will rebrand as News24 on July 27, updating all its broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms to reflect this change. The rebrand coincides…

Jun 29, 2026

Former '60 Minutes' Producer Plans Tell-All CBS Memoir

Former "60 Minutes" executive producer Bill Owens is preparing a memoir that critiques CBS owner Paramount Global and accuses the company of undermining editorial independence…

Jun 27, 2026

Netflix users could have to pay BBC fee

The UK government has not ruled out extending the BBC licence fee to include subscribers of streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime, though no…

Jun 18, 2026

Attenborough is the Only Person Safe from BBC Cuts

The BBC, under new director-general Matt Brittin, is implementing further budget cuts including job losses and programme reductions due to ongoing funding pressures exacerbated by…

Jun 18, 2026

ABC boss brushes off Tame backlash

ABC managing director Hugh Marks defended the decision to air a podcast hosted by Grace Tame despite controversy over her past political remarks and addressed…

Jun 10, 2026

TV rights holders frustrated by final half-time show uncertainty

Fifa has not yet confirmed the length of the extended half-time show at next month’s World Cup final, featuring Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and a production…

Jun 10, 2026

Interim chief given BBC deputy role

Rhodri Talfan Davies has been named deputy director-general of the BBC, continuing his leadership role following a brief period as interim director-general. His appointment aims…

Jun 10, 2026

Pelley Got Cut In the Weiss Era, But He Is Not Done Talking Yet

Scott Pelley, a veteran correspondent and former anchor at CBS News, publicly addressed his dismissal amid sweeping leadership changes at CBS following its sale to…

Jun 9, 2026

Pelley Broke Trust at CBS, Weiss Says

Scott Pelley was fired from CBS News following a heated dispute with new leadership over the direction of “60 Minutes,” amid allegations that management pressured…

Jun 4, 2026

Judge Blocks Rebrand Push By News Outlet Using ‘The Star’

A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order preventing the political news site NOTUS from rebranding as The Star amid a trademark lawsuit filed by…

Jun 4, 2026

Scott Pelley’s Tantrum Undermines CBS News Leadership

CBS News fired veteran correspondent Scott Pelley after a contentious meeting in which he openly challenged the new leadership of "60 Minutes," accusing them of…

Jun 3, 2026

Bari Weiss Retains Support Amid CBS News Ratings Crisis

Bari Weiss retains the full support of Paramount leadership despite facing criticism over falling ratings and internal conflicts at CBS News and "60 Minutes." This…

May 26, 2026