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Broadcasters to discuss EdgeBeam Wireless at NAB Show
A group of broadcast television executives will discuss the collaborative initiative EdgeBeam Wireless at the National Association of Broadcasters' (NAB) trade show next week.

Newsmax stock pops on first day of trading
The parent company of right-of-center cable news channel Newsmax had its Wall Street debut on Monday, and its share price definitely put on a show for investors and retail traders alike.

Spectrum unlocks access to AMC Plus for some TV subscribers
Charter Communications has integrated the ad-supported tier of the streaming service AMC Plus into its Spectrum TV Select package.

NewsNation, The Hill to continue using Decision Desk HQ
NewsNation and The Hill will continue utilizing Decision Desk HQ for election results through the 2026 political season.

Plex officially debuts new mobile app
Media company Plex has brought its refreshed app experience to phones and other portable devices.

Congresswoman snaps at Sky News reporter after PBS, NPR hearing
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene snapped at a Sky News reporter on Wednesday when pressed for answers about U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of an encrypted messaging app to discuss combat operations in Yemen.

Viewpoint: Lawsuit filed by Voice of America journalists to determine broadcaster’s fate
While dictatorial countries celebrate its demise, VOA journalists are continuing its mission — now in the courtroom, instead of on the air.
By:
Steve Herman

Viewpoint: BBC scandal involving Gaza documentary erodes public trust
The blunder added further fuel to criticism against the public broadcaster and overshadowed what was otherwise an important film.
By:
Dorothy Byrne

Viewpoint: When it comes to local TV news, waste no opportunity
There are many chances to engage with local news audiences — and TV stations cannot afford to pass them up.
By:
Kirk Varner
OPINION

Tornado strikes Florida TV station during severe weather coverage
A Florida television station found itself in the middle of a tornado while its meteorologist was covering severe weather on Monday. Click or tap here to read the full story at MSN.com

Viewpoint: Can TEGNA’s latest corporate hire save the company?
Kirk Varner wonders if a new C-suite appointment can steer TEGNA in the right direction, or if rockier times for the broadcaster are ahead.
By:
Kirk Varner
OPINION

Fox News, ABC attract highest viewership with Trump prime-time speech to Congress
Fox News and ABC were the top cable news channel and broadcast network respectively with coverage of President Donald Trump's prime-time address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, according to Nielsen ratings.