In a rare parliamentary hearing, French billionaire Vincent Bolloré pushed back against accusations that his conservative-leaning media outlets are waging a campaign against public broadcasters, framing himself as a "scapegoat" for a hostile elite.
Maritime tracking data reveals multiple commercial ships in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz have begun broadcasting 'CHINA OWNER' or similar identifiers since the outbreak of hostilities involving Iran, in an apparent bid to avoid becoming targets.
Despite severe internet restrictions imposed by Tehran, the U.S.-funded Voice of America's Persian service continues broadcasting, covering major developments including military strikes and the death of the Supreme Leader, while amplifying Washington's stance.
The BBC has named former Google EMEA President Matt Brittin as its next Director-General, a move that places a tech leader at the helm of the public broadcaster as it navigates financial pressures, a landmark lawsuit, and a rapidly shifting media environment.
ITV confirms negotiations with Sky's owner Comcast for a £1.6bn sale of its TV business continue, despite a 5% drop in linear advertising revenue. The broadcaster pins hopes on its streaming growth and production arm's resilience as industry consolidation accelerates.
The operator of the UK's terrestrial TV and radio masts is in crisis after its majority shareholder wrote down its stake to zero, casting a shadow over the future of traditional broadcasting amid a contentious transition to streaming.
A U.S. district judge has ruled a 2023 executive order targeting NPR and PBS funding was unconstitutional, calling it viewpoint-based retaliation. The ruling comes amidst other legal setbacks for the former president and a busy news cycle covering Iran, NASA's lunar mission, and D.C.'s shifting restaurant landscape.
With an unprecedented array of streaming options, special features, and historic retrospectives, this year's Masters Tournament offers fans more ways to watch than ever before. But as technology expands access, the core drama of Augusta National remains unchanged.
For the first time in 20 years, Australian Broadcasting Corporation staff have walked off the job in a 24-hour strike, disrupting live news and forcing the broadcaster to air BBC content. The industrial action follows a breakdown in negotiations over a pay offer unions deem insufficient against rising inflation.
The killing of Ali Larijani, a senior Iranian security official, in an Israeli strike marks a critical juncture in the ongoing conflict, removing a key strategist who balanced hardline ideology with pragmatic statecraft.
Saudi-owned media giant MBC Group posted robust fiscal 2025 results, with revenue hitting SR 5.4 billion, fueled by the rapid expansion of its Shahid streaming platform. The broadcaster's strategic pivot to digital and local production is reshaping the MENA media landscape.
Fox Corporation's fair value estimate sees a modest downward revision, reflecting a divided Wall Street view. Analysts are split between concerns over escalating sports rights expenditures and optimism for advertising resilience, sports betting growth, and upcoming election cycle tailwinds.
Saga Communications reported a $6.9 million net loss for the fourth quarter, capping a challenging year for the traditional broadcasting group as it navigates a shifting media landscape.
Fox News aired dramatic live footage from Tel Aviv as Israel's air defense systems engaged a major wave of Iranian ballistic missiles, with correspondent Nate Foy reporting from the scene amid sirens and explosions.
U.S. equities turned sharply lower in afternoon trading Friday as escalating geopolitical risks in the Middle East sent crude oil prices on a wild ride, dragging down shares across multiple sectors including technology, broadcasting, and business services.
Commercial traffic through the critical Strait of Hormuz remains paralyzed, with vessel-tracking data indicating only ships linked to Iran attempted the crossing in the past 24 hours, deepening concerns over global energy supply chains.
A federal judge has invalidated all actions taken by Kari Lake during her brief tenure as acting head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media, ruling she lacked legal authority. The decision throws into question the mass layoffs and contract terminations that gutted Voice of America's operations.
The BBC's Persian service has issued an on-air correction after a live translation error during U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's speech fundamentally altered its meaning, suggesting the U.S. targeted the Iranian people rather than the regime. The incident has reignited debates over media accuracy and bias.
The radio broadcasting giant Cumulus Media has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Houston, seeking court approval for a restructuring deal with key lenders that would eliminate approximately $600 million of debt and provide a path forward for the company.
As conflict escalates in the Middle East, commercial vessels transiting the critical Strait of Hormuz are broadcasting ownership details in apparent bids for safety. The latest case involves a bulk carrier signaling "CHINA OWNER" during its passage, underscoring the heightened risks in one of the world's most vital oil chokepoints.
