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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,…
'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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
‘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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…