The parent of Broadcasting & Cable and Multichannel News said it will stop publishing the two publications at the end of September. A SmartBrief newsletter on media and entertainment, plus a reformatted nexttv.com website, will launch on Oct. 1. “This industry is going through rapid transformation that requires our business...

Broadcasting & Cable, Multichannel News to stop publishing

Distribution fees charged to cable and satellite television distributors helped boost Fox Corporation’s overall revenue during the company’s latest fiscal quarter. On Tuesday, the company revealed its fourth quarter (Q4) revenue for 2024 — which coincides with the second quarter (Q2) of the calendar year — increased 2 percent on a sequential basis to $3.09 billion, spurred by a 5 percent increase in affiliate fees largely associated with its broadcast television division.

Cable, satellite fees help boost Fox Q4 revenue

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	This year’s media meltdown chaos is picking up again.S&P Raises AMC Theatres' Rating, But Warns Debt Load Is "Unsustainable"




	Six month after layoffs, labor unrest and contracts began rocking the media sector, the business continues to face dramatic challenges. Tuesday saw a number of examples.




	In a major deal, Ziff Davis cut a deal to acquire CNet from Red Ventures for about $100 million. CNet — which CBS acquired for $1.8 billion and subsequently sold to Red Ventures four years ago for $500 million — will join other tech outlets like Mashable, PCMag and LifeHacker in the Ziff Davis stable. But the...

Broadcasting & Cable to Shutter As This Year’s Media Meltdown Escalates

Sports-centric streaming service Fubo typically struggles in the off-season of popular sports like football and basketball, and the second financial quarter (Q2) of 2024 was no exception. On Tuesday, the company revealed its subscriber count in North America fell to 1.45 million, reflecting a sequential dip of 60,000 paid customers...

Fubo loses TV subscribers, trims financial losses in Q2

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

(The following is a press release; its contents were not editorially vetted by The Desk.) CBS News and Stations is introducing a new editorial leadership structure, with Adrienne Roark and Jennifer Mitchell taking on expanded roles across the local-to-global news organization. Additionally, veteran CBS News and Stations executives will assume key roles and additional responsibilities to join the current team that oversees daily editorial and newsgathering across all platforms. The announcement was made today by Wendy McMahon, president and CEO of CBS News and Stations and CBS Media Ventures.

CBS News shakes up local broadcast leadership team

Educational resource center supports hotelier career growth through over 17 curriculums designed to accelerate Cendyn product knowledge and drive commercial performance. Cendyn, a global integrated hotel technology and services company, has unveiled its new Learning Center designed to advance hotel’s product knowledge of Cendyn solutions for improved commercial performance.

Cendyn Launches Product Learning Center to Advance Hoteliers’ Commercial Success

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CJ Coombs

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Comcast’s presentation of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games drew more than 35 million viewers to NBC, Comcast-owned cable channels and Peacock on Sunday, according to data from Nielsen and Adobe Analytics. The audience figure was more than double the 17.4 million people who tuned in to watch some or...

NBC sees more than 35 million viewers with Sunday Olympics coverage

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) (“ELC” or “the Company”) announced that Rashida La Lande has been appointed Executive Vice President and General Counsel, effective August 19, 2024. Ms. La Lande will jointly report to William P. Lauder, Executive Chairman, and Fabrizio Freda, President and Chief Executive Officer. She will join the Company’s Executive Leadership Team.

The Estée Lauder Companies Names Rashida La Lande Executive Vice President and General Counsel

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The Aurora Police Department released a statement on Tuesday on social media to clear up misinformation about an incident involving thousands of migrants. “Misinformation has spread on social media regarding the large gathering on Sunday at Gardens on Havana shopping center,” Aurora PD posted on X. “We recognize that Sunday’s incident was disconcerting and alarming for a large number of our residents and citizens. The purpose of this message is to provide the community with accurate information based on what we know right now.”

Law-abiding Venezuelans watch election results in Aurora, leave behind mess

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all commentary and quotes in this article from Robert R. Ray are from his direct interview with the author.]. Actor Mike Connors was best known for his role on Mannix, the long-running TV detective series, died seven years ago of leukemia on January 27, 2017.

In Memory of TV's 'Mannix' Actor Mike Connors: 7 Years After His Tragic Death

Kentucky State

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Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

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MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

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More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

SEO has become essential to all website and business ranking strategies. In order to hit those high rankings, websites must-have SEO strategies in place. This article will look at how an SEO service company can help you and what to look out for when finding one to work with. What...

What to Look Out for in a SEO Service Company

Roku is launching its own dedicated sports channel through the free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platform The Roku Channel. The channel, called the Roku Sports Channel, will debut on August 12 and serve as the home for Roku’s acquired live sports and shoulder programming, including Major League Baseball’s Sunday Leadoff games, “The Rich Eisen Show,” the syndicated version of Good Morning Football called “Good Morning Football: Overtime,” “WWE: Next Gen” and “Fight Inc: Inside the UFC.”

Roku debuts linear streaming channel for sports

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Trade publications Multichannel News, Broadcasting & Cable to shut down

Three trade publications that have collectively covered the business of media and entertainment for decades will stop publishing in October. The move will impact the print...

Trade publications Multichannel News, Broadcasting & Cable to shut down

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