Tag: broadcasting
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UK Sports Piracy Surges: 3.6bn Illegal Streams and Rise of Black-Market Bookmakers
Overview: A Growing Tide of Sports Piracy in the UK In recent years, Britain has seen a dramatic spike in the piracy of sports content. A new report puts illegal streams of major sporting events at an astonishing 3.6 billion in the past three years, more than doubling previous estimates. This surge underscores the difficulty…
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New-look ITV 2026 Darts Coverage: Fresh Line-Up and Free-to-Air Action
ITV Unveils a Fresh Line-Up for 2026 Darts Coverage The world of professional darts is set for a refreshed season as ITV reveals a new-look line-up for its 2026 darts coverage. Following the PDC’s three-year extension with ITV, fans can expect more free-to-air action on ITV4, with a blend of familiar voices and fresh expertise…
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Where to Watch Chelsea vs Arsenal Live in the USA: 2025/2026 Carabao Cup Semifinal
Overview: Chelsea vs Arsenal in the 2025/2026 Carabao Cup Semifinal The first leg of the 2025/2026 Carabao Cup semifinal pits Chelsea against Arsenal in a high-stakes London rivalry. For fans in the United States, the big question is how to watch the match live, when it kicks off, and what streaming options are available. This…
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Culture That Made Me: Ger Gilroy of Newstalk Shares His Touchstones
Introduction: A broadcaster with a wide lens Ger Gilroy, a driving force behind Off The Ball and a familiar voice on Newstalk, has spent years shaping conversations around sport, culture, and media. Since 2018, he has led Off The Ball as managing director while continuing to host the show on Weekdays at 7pm. His touchstones…
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Strictly Come Dancing: Who Could Be the New Hosts After Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly?
Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly: The End of an Era After more than two decades with Strictly Come Dancing, Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly look set to bow out after a long reign as the show’s beloved hosting duo. The duo has become synonymous with Saturday night ballroom magic, delivering witty banter, polished presentation, and…
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Can Ryan Tubridy Reinvent Himself on YouTube—and Will It Work?
Introduction: A familiar face, a fresh approach Ryan Tubridy’s career has long been anchored to the familiar formats of late‑night television and sum-up interviews. After stepping away from RTÉ and stepping into the YouTube arena, he faces a high‑stakes challenge: reinvent himself for a digital audience that values authenticity, pace, and raw moments over polished…
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Newstalk Shuffles Weekday Line-Up for February 2026
Newstalk Reveals February 2026 Schedule Changes Newstalk has announced a series of weekday schedule adjustments set to take effect from Tuesday, 3 February 2026. The biggest change? Ciara Kelly and Shane Coleman will be swapping their breakfast duties for a new home in the drivetime slot, co-presenting The Hard Shoulder from 4pm to 7pm. The…
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Newstalk February 2026 schedule reshuffle: Ciara Kelly and Shane Coleman move to drivetime
Newstalk announces weekday schedule reshuffle for February 2026 Newstalk has unveiled a major reshuffle to its weekday schedule set to take effect from Tuesday, 3 February 2026. In a move designed to refresh the lineup and consolidate a strong afternoon presence, Ciara Kelly and Shane Coleman will relocate from the traditional breakfast slot to the…
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Eurovision to Change Voting Rules After Interference Claims
Overview: A pivotal shift for Eurovision voting The Eurovision Song Contest is set to overhaul its voting system in response to recent claims of government interference, notably involving Israel. The controversy centered around the way votes were gathered and tallied, prompting organizers to reassess the integrity and transparency of the competition’s outcome. While details are…
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Bull Riding Embraces a Groundbreaking Sports Science Era
Rodeo’s Cultural Rebirth Meets a New Era of Science Rodeo is entering a new chapter, one shaped not just by tradition but also by data, coaching science, and modern performance metrics. Fueled by pop culture moments like Yellowstone and Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter era, Western aesthetics have returned to the mainstream. Yet behind the glossy revival…