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DAZN streaming viewership surges in Germany as soccer season begins
The increase was driven by the start of the Bundesliga and UEFA Champions League soccer seasons.
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Local Now launches dedicated hub for live news on Hurricane Isaias
The free streaming platform is offering coverage from seven local TV stations and Fox Weather via its Tropics Update menu.
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FCC Chairman Carr deflects when asked if televised executions are legal
Legal experts say public executions in the U.S. violate international treaties, but broadcasting one that is streamed by the government is more of a legal gray area.
PBS adds France 24 English to digital streaming lineup
PBS member stations across the country will have access to France 24 news programming and can offer a live simulcast of France 24 English via broadcast and streaming.
Fox Weather plans continuous Hurricane Isaias coverage, simulcasts on cable networks
Coverage from Fox Weather of Hurricane Isaias will stream on free platforms, air on broadcast TV and simulcast on Fox News and Fox Business.
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Appeals court rejects FCC bid to delay decision on political advertising rates
The Fourth Circuit issued two separate 2-1 orders denying requests from the FCC and Republican congressional committees.
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Tetris comes to Volkswagen vehicles through AirConsole gaming partnership
Drivers whose cars are in park will be able to play variations of Tetris, including the classic game and a battle mode.
DAZN looks to scale U.S. sports business through local, regional deals
The streamer has been acquiring local television rights to NBA games and other sports franchises over the past few years as it pushes its way into the U.S. market.
Nielsen preparing new cross-platform measurement solution
The announcement follows criticism from broadcasters and media companies about Nielsen's ability to accurately measure streaming audiences.
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Scripps News announces new, returning programs through December
"Connections with Alisyn Camerota" is returning for a second season; Scripps News is also launching a new program with Scripps Sports Network.
Skydance dethrones NBC, Versant as largest holder of premium sports rights
With CBS and TNT Sports under one roof, Skydance now owns March Madness — and offers games from three dozen other premium sports organizations.
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Appeals court orders FCC to respond in Fox station license dispute
The FCC has 30 days to respond to the MAD Project's request for relief in a matter concerning the broadcast license of a Fox-owned TV station.
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