Latest TV news, articles and reviews as of 2025-05-08

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• Blue Origin's New Glenn Launch Scrubbed Due to Technical Issue

  Blue Origin aborted the inaugural launch of its New Glenn rocket due to a technical problem. The launch, designated NG-1, was scrubbed shortly after the countdown began. The company is assessing the issue and planning a future launch attempt,...

  

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• NASA Astrophysics and Planetary Science Divisions See Leadership Changes

  NASA's astrophysics and planetary science divisions have undergone significant leadership changes. Mark Clampin is now acting deputy associate administrator for the science directorate, while Shawn Domagal-Goldman takes over as acting astrophysics...

  

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• NHK Faces Third Consecutive Year of Deficit

  Japan's public broadcaster, NHK, anticipates a ¥40 billion deficit in its 2025 budget, a decrease from the previous year's loss. The shortfall will be covered by reserves, alongside planned reforms aiming for financial balance by 2027. The budget...

  

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• Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery Abandon Joint Streaming Venture

  Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery have scrapped plans for a joint streaming venture, citing changing market conditions. This follows a settlement with FuboTV, which had challenged the venture. The decision impacts the planned Venu Sports...

  

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• ESA's 2025 Budget: A Slight Dip, But Future Growth Expected

  The European Space Agency (ESA) starts 2025 with a slightly reduced budget compared to 2024. However, Director General Josef Aschbacher anticipates a budget increase in the coming years, pending the outcome of the upcoming ministerial conference. ...

  

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• Astranis' Block 2 Satellites Successfully Begin Orbit Raising

  Astranis announced that its four newly launched Block 2 broadband satellites have passed initial tests and started using electric propulsion to reach geostationary orbit. These satellites, launched on December 29th, represent significant...

  

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• Los Angeles Station KABC Experiences Signal Issues Due to Eaton Fire

  KABC, a Los Angeles television station, is experiencing over-the-air signal disruptions due to the proximity of the Eaton Fire to its Mt. Wilson transmitter. The station advises viewers to use its website or app, while cable and satellite services...

  

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• Main Street Sports Group Emerges from Bankruptcy as FanDuel Sports Network

  Diamond Sports Group, after a lengthy bankruptcy process, has reorganized as Main Street Sports Group, now branded as FanDuel Sports Network. This relaunch signals a shift in the RSN business model, integrating gambling and exploring hybrid...

  

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• Venu Sports JV Scrapped: Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery Abandon Streaming Project

  Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery have officially cancelled the planned Venu Sports virtual MVPD, citing the evolving demands of sports fans and a preference to focus on existing platforms. The decision comes after a settlement with FuboTV...

  

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• US Networks' Extensive Coverage of President Carter's Funeral

  Major US television networks provided extensive live coverage of former President Jimmy Carter's funeral on January 9, 2025, interweaving biographical segments with the ceremony. Fox News offered a unique approach, balancing coverage of the...

  

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• Venu Sports Joint Venture Officially Scrapped

  Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery have officially terminated the Venu Sports joint venture, a planned virtual MVPD. The decision follows a settlement with FuboTV and reflects a changing media landscape. The project, which aimed to offer a...

  

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• Channel 5's My5 Streaming Service Sees Record Growth in 2024

  Channel 5's My5 streaming service experienced record growth in 2024, surpassing other PSB streaming services. This surge is attributed to popular dramas, true crime content, and a planned relaunch in March 2025 integrating Channel 5 and My5 under a...

  

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• SpaceX Launches NRO's NROL-153 Mission: Expanding LEO Satellite Constellation

  SpaceX successfully launched the National Reconnaissance Office's NROL-153 mission, adding to its growing network of small, distributed satellites in low Earth orbit. This mission signifies a shift towards a more resilient and responsive space-based...

  

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• Broadcasters Launch EdgeBeam Wireless: Nationwide Data Transmission via ATSC 3.0

  Four major US broadcast groups – Scripps, Gray, Nexstar, and Sinclair – have formed EdgeBeam Wireless, a joint venture utilizing ATSC 3.0 technology for nationwide data transmission. Targeting automotive connectivity, content delivery networks, and...

  

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• Paramount Global and Comcast Extend Partnership for Content Distribution

  Paramount Global and Comcast have extended their multi-year agreement, ensuring continued access to Paramount's channels and streaming services like Paramount+, Pluto TV, and BET+ for Xfinity subscribers. The deal expands the existing partnership,...

  

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• Disney+ Streaming Growth: 157 Million Global Ad-Supported Monthly Active Users

  Disney announces impressive growth in its ad-supported streaming services, reaching an estimated 157 million monthly active users globally. President of Global Advertising, Rita Ferro, revealed the figures and detailed the calculation methodology...

  

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• Rakuten TV Launches New FAST Channel Showcasing Nordic Cinema

  Rakuten TV expands its FAST channel offerings with Nordic Films, a new channel dedicated to showcasing the best of Nordic cinema. The channel features a diverse range of films from various genres, starring renowned actors like Mads Mikkelsen and...

  

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• Rubicon Space Systems Delivers Green Propulsion System for NASA Mission

  Rubicon Space Systems has delivered a revolutionary green propulsion system for NASA's Green Propulsion Dual Mode (GPDM) mission, featuring a combined chemical and electric thruster system using the innovative ASCENT propellant. This marks a...

  

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• NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory Evacuated Due to Devastating California Wildfires

  The NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Los Angeles was evacuated due to the proximity of raging wildfires. While no fire damage has been reported, strong winds caused some damage to the facility. The Deep Space Network operations have been...

  

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• Blackmagic Ursa Cine Immersive: Revolutionizing Immersive Video Production

  Blackmagic Design unveils the Ursa Cine Immersive camera, designed for Apple Immersive Video. This groundbreaking camera system, paired with updated DaVinci Resolve, offers a complete workflow for creating immersive 3D cinematic experiences for...

  

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