Is Cable Dying? Sling TV CEO Roger Lynch Talks Cord-Cutters, Cord-Nevers And The Future Of OTT
Tapped by Dish to create a “next-generation TV service,” Sling TV CEO Roger Lynch came up with a product that could upend the entire industry.
Don’t Get David Letterman? Maybe It’s Generational: Legacy Lost On Many Who Missed NBC’s ‘Late Night’
As David Letterman signs off, many who missed his NBC show ‘Late Night’ may be wondering what the fuss is about.
Iggy Azalea’s ‘Fancy’ Ineligible For Top Rap Song 2015? Billboard Music Awards Says Song Beat Nicki Minaj Fair And Square
Critics said Iggy Azalea’s song “Fancy” was released too early to qualify for a 2015 Billboard Music Award, but the show’s producer confirmed its eligibility on Tuesday.
Millennial Media Company Fusion TV Pesters Old Comcast For Carriage
Seeking carriage on Comcast cable systems, 2-year-old Fusion TV is hoping to mobilize its millennial audience online.
‘Rocket-Propelled Grenade Launcher’ Tip Thwarted Florida Police Department Attack, Officials Say
Detectives in Marion County, Florida, recovered 22 firearms and a stockpile of drugs, but no rocket launcher.
Fox Hunting Fight Fires Up UK Animal Lovers: Conservative Party Told To ‘Keep The Ban’
Some Conservative MPs want to bring back fox hunting, banned in the U.K., but animal-rights advocates say no way.
Cocaine Trafficking In Venezuela Rampant? DEA And US Prosecutors Said To Suspect Drug Cartel Conspiracy
U.S. prosecutors are said to be investigating high-ranking Venezuelan officials for possible cocaine trafficking.
Is TV Watching You Back? Comcast-NBCUniversal Data-Sharing Plan Raises Privacy Questions Amid Ad Targeting Push
Powered by big data, media companies are bringing targeted ads to TV, and all the privacy headaches that go with them.
Cancel Dan Savage Sitcom, Activists Demand, As ABC Readies ‘The Real O’Neals’
A family sitcom partially inspired by sex columnist Dan Savage has drawn the ire of conservative activists.
Verizon Buying AOL Could Help Bundle-Busting Telecom Giant’s Over-The-Top TV Endeavors
Verizon has already shown it has no love for the traditional bundle. AOL could help the telecom giant crack it open.
Cable Cord-Cutting Is Much Worse Than You Think, And It’s Especially Bad For Dish Network
A new report shows pay-TV subscribers are declining at a record pace, with Dish Network and Cablevision getting hit the hardest.
Tony Robinson Shooting: Will Police Officer Matt Kenny Face Criminal Charges? Decision Coming Soon, Wisconsin DA Says
A district attorney will announce Tuesday whether he plans to file criminal charges against Officer Matt Kenny, who shot and killed teenager Tony Robinson.
Scott Walker And Rand Paul Deliver Paper-Thin Lead Over GOP Rivals In New Hampshire 2016 Primary Poll
A new poll shows Gov. Scott Walker and Sen. Rand Paul with a narrow lead in the New Hampshire primaries.
Eastland Mall In Michigan Closed: Suspect Still At Large After Reports Of Shots Fired
Police locked down the Eastland Center in Harper Woods after reports that shots were fired inside the complex.
Tropical Storm Ana Update: South Carolina Hit With Flooding, Winds As Storm Slowly Loses Strength
The National Weather Service says Tropical Storm Ana is likely to be downgraded to a tropical depression Sunday afternoon.
Save ‘Forever’ Campaign Heats Up: ABC Blasted With Appeals After Cancellation Of Freshman Drama
ABC axed the freshman drama Friday, but a loyal fan base is saying, “Not so fast.”
Pope Francis-Raul Castro Meeting: Cuban President Gets Private Face Time In Vatican City Ahead Of Pope's Visit
Planning to visit both Cuba and the U.S. this year, the pontiff played a key role in improving relations between Havana and Washington.
21st Century Fox (FOXA) Q3 Earnings: ‘Empire’ Helps, But Profits Flat Amid Lower TV Viewership
21st Century Fox Inc. reported Q3 2014 results Wednesday, beating estimates on earnings but missing on revenue.
Comcast Vows To Improve Customer Service, But Cable Customers Are Wary
The cable operator announced a multiyear plan to improve its notorious customer service, but not everyone is buying it.
As ESPN Battles Verizon, Disney CEO Bob Iger Says Beware Of Hidden Costs Behind ‘Skinny’ Cable Bundles
Robert Iger warned Tuesday that unbundling the cable ecosphere will have hidden costs for consumers.
Walt Disney Company (DIS) Earnings Q2 2015: ‘Cinderella’ Story As Profits Rise, ESPN Showdown Looms
The entertainment company reported Q2 earnings Tuesday and continued its track record of beating consensus estimates.
Mayweather-Pacquiao, Kentucky Derby, And The Most-Hyped Day In Sports History
A perfect storm of events, including Mayweather-Pacquiao and the Kentucky Derby, converged Saturday for the impossible task of denting an “Avengers” movie.
Comcast Corp (CMCSA) Q1 2015 Earnings: Cord-Cutting Continues, Broadband Subscribers Boom, Profits Rise
Comcast Corp. reported Q1 2015 earnings Monday, beating analysts' estimates but losing another 8K video subscribers.
Hulu vs. Netflix: Battle Heats Up Streaming Competition And ‘Seinfeld’ Is Only The Beginning
Hulu made it clear this week that its streaming competitors need to watch their backs. Now all it needs is a breakout hit.
Fox News Battle With CNN Is ‘Already Won,’ Says Ad Chief Paul Rittenberg
The top-rated cable news network since 2002, Fox News is seeking to position itself against USA and even ESPN.
Viacom Inc (VIAB) Earnings Preview: MTV, Nickelodeon Woes Soak Up ‘SpongeBob’ Profits In Q2 2015
With viewership declines at almost all of its cable networks, Viacom Inc. is expected to report lackluster Q2 earnings.
Time Warner Inc (TWX) Earnings Preview: HBO And ‘American Sniper’ To Trigger Strong Q1 2015 Profits
The surprise hit “American Sniper” and revenue growth at HBO are expected to highlight a strong quarter for Time Warner.
ESPN Verizon FiOS Lawsuit: ‘Skinny’ Cable Bundles A Breach Of Contract, Disney’s Sports Network Says
Disney’s sports powerhouse is claiming breach of contract over Verizon’s custom FiOS packages.
AT&T-DirecTV Merger Faces Real Scrutiny After Failed Comcast-TWC Deal
An AT&T-DirecTV merger wouldn't face the same regulatory resistance as the recent Comcast-Time Warner Cable proposal, analysts say.
Facebook Privacy Lawsuit Alleges Social Network Created 'Shadow Profiles' Of Non-Users
The class action focuses on Facebook’s photo-tagging feature, which suggests tags that may ID the user’s friends.
