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CNN to launch American version of “Have I Got News For You”
Former "Daily Show" correspondent Roy Wood, Jr. will host the U.S. version of the show, starting in September.
BBC to issue 500 pink slips as deficit projected to grow
The BBC is planning to further reduce its employee headcount as the broadcaster works to address ongoing financial challenges.
Streaming trend taking over Europe, but consumers already feeling financial pinch
Europeans are subscribing to more streaming services, according to survey data from Bango, but price increases and the paradox of choice are creating fatigue among consumers there.
BBC will offer some Wimbledon matches in Ultra HD
The BBC has affirmed plans to offer a handful of live events from the Wimbledon Championships in ultra high-definition.
Broadcasters launch Freely TV in United Kingdom
The service offers streaming versions of linear channels and on-demand content from Britain's public service broadcasters.
Local Now adds six BBC FAST channels to streaming service
The channels added to Local Now include BBC Game Shows, BBC Impossible and BBC Top Gear, among others.
BBC news presenter Huw Edwards resigns from broadcaster
Huw Edwards has resigned from the BBC following certain medical advice from his doctors.
Ofcom revises accessibility code to include streaming TV services
The code requires video program providers to offer accessibility features like subtitles and descriptive audio.
Britbox has 3.75 million subscribers, is profitable, BBC exec says
Britbox has no plans to raise prices or introduce an ad-supported tier, the BBC's global media and streaming chief Rebecca Glashow said.
Disney licenses six TV shows to UKTV Media
Disney has agreed to license six drama series from FX, ABC and Hulu to BBC Studios' UKTV Media in the United Kingdom.
BBC needs to reorient focus around core roles, top boss says
The top official at the BBC said the company needs to reorient its focus around a core set of ideas that involve educating and entertaining the world.
AMC Networks brings BBC News channel to free streaming services
The launch of BBC News on free streaming platforms in the U.S. comes as BBC Studios seeks additional global revenue opportunities.