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Indian TV market braces for sales dip amid rising production costs and rupee weakness
Soaring RAM prices, higher plastic and ocean‑freight costs tied to the West Asia crisis, and a weakening rupee have pushed retail TV prices up roughly 20%. An entry‑level 32‑inch set now costs about $133, up from $108 six months earlier, prompting many buyers to down‑trade. Counterpoint Research forecasts shipments to fall 5‑6%.
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By the numbers: K‑Love seeks FCC approval for acquisition of WFCC
Academy‑winning actor Denzel Washington anchored NBC’s medical drama St. Elsewhere from 1982 to 1988, a role he accepted after his agent advised against a sitcom. He selected the ensemble series because its rotating cast let him “sneak out” for film work, a strategy that paid off with six movie credits, including the Oscar‑nominated Cry Freedom. The exposure turned Washington into a household name and launched his transition to Hollywood stardom. He later returned to TV only sporadically, directing a Grey’s Anatomy episode in 2016.
Consumers are increasingly abandoning digital subscriptions, with email leading the exodus, according to Profit Engine’s analysis of the most Googled “how to unsubscribe” queries. The top ten services—ranging from Amazon Prime and Disney Plus to ChatGPT and HelloFresh—are cited for fee...
This @drewharwell_ story about a man who set up a fake ICE tip line, and the sheer range of people who called in, is gutting https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2026/02/20/fake-ice-tip-line-viral/
Apple TV does not provide a native list of devices streaming under a subscription, relying instead on the broader Apple ID device management. Users can sign out all browsers via the Account Access settings and must change passwords promptly if...
When are people going to wake up and realize that they're trying to obliterate all privacy in the name of "protecting children"??
Wyoming Public Media celebrated its 60th birthday with a rally that turned into a funding push. A Wyoming Senate amendment, championed by Sen. Ogden Driskill, would restore roughly $1.7 million that the Freedom‑Caucus‑aligned budget had cut. The amendment cleared the Senate,...
Former Strictly hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman departed, sparking a search for new presenters. Amanda Holden urged the BBC to think outside the box, recommending a bold, possibly all‑female duo and suggesting comedians Katherine Ryan, Daisy May Cooper, and Alex Jones, as...
Lloyds Bank has rolled out a new series of advertisements under its "Bank on Lloyds" brand platform. The creative work was produced by Publicis Go, a bespoke agency team assembled for the project. The campaign highlights the realisation of long‑held...
Comparing kids messaging other human kids (which is the primary way young ppl use social media) to online gambling and chatbots is dirty work. Speech/communication is fundamentally different than gambling, but you’re trying to conflate the two so you can...
The BBC has effectively confirmed that the Bradford‑set detective drama *Virdee* will not return after its six‑episode debut in early 2025. Despite a solid 6.4/10 IMDb rating and praise for its fresh cultural perspective, the series was reportedly cancelled due...
US sitcom The Middle has surged to number five on Netflix UK’s trending chart after its recent addition to the platform. The nine‑season series, which follows the lower‑middle‑class Heck family, is now outperforming high‑profile titles like Bridgerton and Love Is...
First Peoples Radio’s CFPT‑FM (ELMNT FM) in Toronto signed off on September 1, 2024 after struggling with revenue and ratings. The Canadian Radio‑television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) responded by announcing a new regulatory pathway to license additional First Nations‑focused FM stations. Toronto...
Meta will host its Marketing Summit Online 2026 on March 11, a virtual event spanning three continents for marketers, brand executives, and creators. The agenda includes Meta’s 2026 product roadmap, AI‑driven advertising tactics, and performance measurement sessions led by senior...
The Takin’ A Walk podcast released a special episode spotlighting the new documentary “Ron Delsener Presents.” Director Jake Sumner and veteran promoter Jules Belkin discuss Delsener’s five‑decade career shaping New York’s concert landscape. The film chronicles how Delsener booked legends...
Acast, the leading podcast marketplace, is hiring a Programmatic Sales Executive for its U.S. team. The role will own a programmatic revenue book, driving sales across agencies, trading desks, DSPs and in‑house teams, with a compensation range of $110K‑$130K plus...
The Atlantic announced a full‑time Video Podcast Producer role in Washington, DC, offering a salary between $85,000 and $100,000. The producer will lead end‑to‑end production of a weekly news video podcast for YouTube and audio feeds, and occasionally create video...
An ANA survey of 84 brand marketers reveals that only half have full visibility into influencer agency payments, with up to 61% potentially facing opaque compensation structures. More than half of respondents intend to revise their compensation models within the...
Destream, a creator‑focused monetization platform, has launched services in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), giving regional influencers access to a global payment infrastructure. The rollout includes secure payment links, multi‑currency payouts and a Mastercard‑backed debit card, plus a built‑in eSIM...
Short and micro‑drama apps emerged as a breakout mobile category in 2025, logging 5.78 billion hours of usage year‑over‑year. The segment recorded the second‑largest download surge, adding 1.66 billion installs, while revenue jumped 115% to $2.98 billion, placing it third in revenue growth...
Spain’s audiovisual market has reached a tipping point as streaming platforms generated €3.58 billion in revenue in 2025, overtaking traditional television’s €3.35 billion for the first time. The surge is driven by ad‑supported tiers, which lifted OTT advertising income 25% to €357 million...
Skyler Reep has been appointed president and general manager of KSPS PBS in Spokane, Washington, effective immediately after serving as interim GM. Reep joined the station in 2017 as membership director and was promoted to director of development in 2023,...
Classical KING announced that Rob Wiseman will assume the chief executive officer position on March 10, succeeding long‑time leader Brenda Barnes. Wiseman, who joined the Seattle‑based public radio station in 2024 as chief advancement officer, brings a track record in development...
UK investment platform Hargreaves Lansdown launched a new television advertisement created by Wonderhood Studios that emphasizes the value of experience in today’s rapidly changing financial landscape. The spot portrays seasoned advisors guiding clients through market turbulence, positioning experience as a competitive...
TALKERS magazine is the presenting sponsor of the 2026 Intercollegiate Broadcasting System (IBS) conference in New York, marking its second consecutive year of support. The three‑day event, held Feb. 19‑21 at the Sheraton Times Square Hotel, brings roughly a thousand...
A Class A FM station serving Virginia’s Appalachian border with Kentucky has been sold to the Somerset Educational Broadcasting Foundation, pending FCC approval. The deal replaces a 2024 transaction that fell through, marking the station’s first change of hands in...
Walter Sabo announced he will speak at the IBS New York 2026 conference, urging college students to consider radio careers. He argues that radio uniquely lets newcomers launch ideas on air instantly, unlike the corporate‑controlled environments of TV and film....
PBS Kids senior vice president Sara DeWitt visited Little Rock to headline a public forum organized by the newly formed Friends of Arkansas PBS. The group, chaired by former first ladies Gay White and Barbara Pryor, is urging the Arkansas...
Dr. Asa Andrew, known as “America’s Health Coach,” appeared as this week’s guest on Talkers Media’s YouTube podcast “Up Close Far Out.” Host Michael Harrison guided a conversation that covered health‑care trends, personal motivation, multi‑platform branding, and the niche world...
In the week of February 16‑20, 2026, talk‑radio audiences tuned in to a diverse slate of headlines that shaped the national conversation. Data from TALKERS shows that the fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein investigations, including executive resignations and the arrest...
The UK Community Radio Network (UKCRN) is urging community stations, volunteers and listeners to complete a sector survey by 28 March, feeding into a joint response to Ofcom’s licensing consultation and the DCMS radio review. The data will shape Ofcom’s strategic...
In this episode, host Susie Banikarim examines three urgent media‑driven crises: the catastrophic humanitarian emergency in Sudan and the under‑reporting that persists despite on‑the‑ground reporting by Ann Curry; the backlash and confusion sparked by Elizabeth Bruenig’s fictional second‑person measles narrative...
In 2026 the advertising landscape has moved beyond the battle for eyeballs to a fight for relevance. Brands are being urged to build a lasting "brand aura" by crafting moments that matter rather than merely capturing attention. The article argues...
Center Parcs has launched an eye‑catching out‑of‑home campaign that transforms a London Underground station into a lush forest environment. Creative agency Neverland installed realistic trees, foliage and ambient wildlife sounds to immerse commuters in the brand’s nature‑focused ethos. The installation...
Radio continues to evolve as a vital connector for underrepresented communities, offering platforms in native languages and culturally resonant programming. Ethnic and community stations invite local voices, turning broadcasts into interactive roundtables that foster empathy and shared identity. By spotlighting...
Former Congressman Thaddeus McCotter is urging Congress to pass the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, a bipartisan bill that would require new vehicles to retain functional AM receivers. He argues that AM radio offers a privacy‑friendly, data‑free listening option...
Personality radio shows are reframed as emotional‑experience businesses rather than pure content producers. The article cites Guy Raz’s advice that products sell feelings, urging hosts to own a specific emotional payoff such as joy, nostalgia, or validation. It introduces tools...
Compass Media Networks has promoted Sydney Sperling to Director of Affiliate Sales, expanding her responsibilities for affiliate strategy and network growth. Sperling, a Trinity College graduate, joined the company in July 2023 and has helped broaden affiliate relationships for syndicated...
Chris Boffey, a 74‑year‑old veteran journalist, died after a four‑decade career that spanned the Sunday Mirror, Sunday Telegraph, Daily Mirror, Observer and Guardian. He was celebrated for frontline reporting from Northern Ireland, the Omagh bombing, the Lockerbie crash and the...
In this episode, host Matt Belloni sits down with Michael Lynton, former Sony Pictures CEO and current Snap Inc. chairman, to dissect his decision to greenlight the controversial comedy "The Interview" and the subsequent 2014 Sony hack. Lynton reflects on...
“The tools that actually work in this space work because they’re open source, independently audited, decentralized, and not run by any government.” 🎯
Sky News Australia will rebrand as News24 later in 2026, coinciding with its 30th anniversary and a shift toward a digital‑first, globally‑focused news operation. The new name drops the geographic tag to broaden appeal and mirrors News Corp’s worldwide branding....
Luzia, a Latin‑American AI assistant, moved from generic Google Display ads to Koah’s generative‑AI ad network to deliver native, context‑aware ads within its chat interface. Koah’s flexible formats—color, size, interactive polls—and hybrid CPC/CPM/CPE pricing let Luzia experiment with placement before...
Creator capital markets (CCMs) are emerging as a way for influencers to monetize future earnings through equity, revenue‑sharing tokens, or meme‑coins. Early platforms like GigaStar have raised millions by offering fans a stake in YouTube ad revenue, while crypto launchpads...
Viaplay Group has signed a multi‑year agreement to broadcast every English Football League Championship match in the Nordic region through 2028. The deal adds the second‑tier league to Viaplay’s existing portfolio of Premier League, FA Cup, Carabao Cup and selected...
Channel Nine sports reporter Danika Mason appeared flustered during a live cross on the Today show, prompting viral speculation that she was drunk on‑air. The brief stumble was captured and widely shared across social media within hours. Mason returned the...
I am highly confident the US press will have wall to wall coverage available int he UK over the internet. Ironically, it may be more than Trump indictments 1, 2 or 3 since it's less political and involves royal. So...
All3Media International announced that The Traitors format has now been commissioned in 40 territories, with Indonesia becoming the 40th market for a 10‑episode celebrity adaptation in 2026. Recent roll‑outs include new versions in Slovakia, Estonia, Serbia, and Malta, while earlier...
Burnley FC and X have expanded their partnership with the launch of "Limitless", an eight‑part behind‑the‑scenes docuseries following Burnley FC Women. The series, produced by VSP Studios and Ad Hoc Films, premieres on X on February 20 and will release new...
Love Island: All Stars aired a fire‑pit Q&A segment where host Maya Jama read viewer‑submitted questions to the cast. Only one query sparked a brief argument between Samie and Lucinda, while the remaining questions were described as bland and uneventful....
Big. A major new law & tech paper takes on the economics of behavioral advertising - the kind that tracks users across multiple businesses and contexts, not just on sites they choose to visit. It challenges industry’s favorite claim: that tracking...
