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Christian televangelist Pat Robertson dies at 93
Pat Robertson, one of the pioneers of Christian television broadcasting, died early Thursday morning at his Virginia Beach home at the age of 93.
Amazon plans ad-supported tier for Prime Video
Amazon is developing an ad-supported version of its Prime Video service as it explores ways to unlock more connected TV revenue.
YouTube offers new pre-season NFL Sunday Ticket deal
The deal will earn streamers $50 off if they order the NFL Sunday Ticket before September 9, two days after the start of football season.
Former KTVU anchor Frank Somerville arrested again
The former Fox anchor was detained by police twice this week on charges of DUI and for assaulting his 91-year-old father.
Perry Sook elected to chair NAB Joint Board of Directors
Nexstar CEO Perry Sook has been elected to serve as the chairman of NAB's Joint Board of Directors, the organization said this week.
Fox Business dominates ratings during business hours in May
The network topped CNBC with a number of programs, including business-hour shows and prime-time airings of "Cops" from Fox Nation.
Los Angeles Times to lay off 74 journalists
It is the first major round of pink slips since the newspaper was acquired by billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong.
Fox takes issue with Tucker Carlson’s Twitter show
The new video content is seen as a violation of Carlson's prior agreement with Fox, according to a report.
Nexstar grabs ‘Inside the NFL’ for CW Network
The NFL has struck a deal with Nexstar to bring its long-running weekly recap program "Inside the NFL" to the CW Network.
Chris Licht to step down as president of CNN
Embattled CNN President Chris Licht will step down from the network and leave Warner Bros Discovery this week, with Amy Entelis filling the role on an interim basis.
WBD largest broadcaster in Asia-Pacific region after merger
A merger between WarnerMedia and Discovery resulted in the new company becoming the biggest TV broadcaster in the Asia-Pacific region.
Paramount, Nexstar caught off-guard by PGA Tour, LIV Golf merger
Execs at the four TV networks that offer pro golf telecasts have more questions than answers after PGA Tour and LIV Golf announced plans to merge.