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Nab a Pair of Bose QuietComfort Headphones for a Whopping 43% Off at Amazon Right Now

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 19:17:00 +0000

Bose QuietComfort headphones are some of the best in the market, and you can now grab them for just $199 for a limited time.

Best Indoor Security Cameras for 2024

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 19:15:00 +0000

Keep your home secure with one of the best indoor security cameras, tested and reviewed by our CNET experts.

Anti-Trump website falls for fake statement about Peanut the Squirrel’s death

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 19:04:53 +0000

Mediaite fell for a statement from the former president that appeared to decry the death of internet-famous squirrel Peanut.

Best Massage Guns for 2024

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Soothe those achy muscles with one of the best massage guns on the market. CNET tested top brands to find the ones worth your money.

Best Internet and TV Bundles for November 2024

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Sure bundling internet and TV is convenient, but it could also save you some money. I'd recommend these internet and TV bundles most.

NFL ‘tanking’ is a ridiculous idea — and not even needed with foolish players

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 17:52:00 +0000

Season’s greetings! The end of the World Series brings the start of a somewhat new but now well-acknowledged season: the NFL Tanking Season. This is when unthinking, repeat-anything fans are encouraged by unthinking, repeat-anything media to believe that four-to-eight losing teams should seriously consider “tanking” the rest of this season to ensure improved draft-pick status....

27 of the Best Tech Gifts Under $100 for 2024

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 17:38:00 +0000

There are many great tech gifts under $100 sure to impress any tech enthusiast. These have been reviewed or personally tested by CNET experts.

43 Best Gifts for Mom for the Holidays 2024

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 17:34:00 +0000

Make sure you have a thoughtful gift for all of the moms in your life with these hand-picked recommendations from our CNET staff.

Galanz Air Fryer Microwave Review: This $98 Appliance Is a Multifunctional Space Saver

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 17:31:00 +0000

Reheat everything from french fries to roast chicken with this affordable microwave and air fryer hybrid.

Score the Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum for Only $150 at Amazon Right Now

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 17:30:00 +0000

Save a staggering 42% on this lightweight and efficient Shark pet cordless stick vacuum with this early Black Friday deal from Amazon.

A profile of John Avlon, former CNN anchor, former Daily Beast EIC, former speechwriter for Rudy Giuliani, and now a congressional candidate running in New York (Ben Jacobs/Slate)

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 17:15:07 +0000

Ben Jacobs / Slate:
A profile of John Avlon, former CNN anchor, former Daily Beast EIC, former speechwriter for Rudy Giuliani, and now a congressional candidate running in New York — In what has somehow been nearly a decade and a half spent as a political journalist, I've encountered a lot of election cycle twists.

Best Gifts Under $25 for 2024

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 17:14:00 +0000

A great gift doesn't have to break the bank. Find the perfect gift for your family and friends for under $25, thanks to these recommendations from CNET experts.

Collagen Is the Latest Anti-Aging Hack: Benefits and Things to Consider

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 17:00:04 +0000

We can't promise that it's the fountain of youth, but collagen is good for more than just your skin. Here's what to know.

Score a Nespresso Evoluo Coffee and Espresso Maker for as Low as $140 at QVC

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 17:00:00 +0000

The Nespresso Evoluo is now just $160 at QVC, but first-time shoppers can save even more.

Best Bread Machines of 2024, Tested by CNET

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 16:47:00 +0000

Skip the store-bought bread and make fresh loaves at home with these easy-to-use bread machines.

20 Best Gift Baskets of 2024: Find the Perfect Edible Gift

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 16:26:00 +0000

If you're struggling to find the right gift, you can (usually) never go wrong with a gift basket to leave a lasting impression. Here you'll find the best gift baskets of 2024.

Happy 90th birthday to Bill Siemering

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 16:05:59 +0000

Bill Siemering is 90 years old. You may not know his name, but he was one of the founding members of NPR’s board of directors.

Best Mattress in a Box for 2024

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 16:01:00 +0000

You don't have to visit multiple mattress stores to find your next bed. These are the best options that will be delivered right to your doorstep, tried and tested by CNET's experts.

9 Tips for Making Amazing Deviled Eggs, America's Most Underrated Snack

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 16:00:09 +0000

A renowned chef gives his expert recommendations for making the perfect deviled egg.

Here's Why Affordable Mortgage Rates Are Locking Out New Homebuyers

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Current homeowners with mortgage rates below 3% aren't willing to give them up. But that's keeping housing inventory frozen.

Most Homebuyers Won't Budge Until Mortgage Rates Drop to 4%, CNET Survey Finds

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 16:00:00 +0000

The Federal Reserve is set to make its second interest rate cut in November, but mortgage rates are still over 6%.

See the iPhone 16's New Visual Intelligence in Action video

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 15:00:04 +0000

Visual Intelligence lets you learn about the world around you by scanning it with your iPhone 16's camera. It's only in beta for now, but it already paints a picture of how AI may play a bigger role in your iPhone.

Best VPN for Mac for 2024

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 15:00:00 +0000

If you use MacOS, your virtual private network should be as smart as your machine. Here are the VPNs we recommend based on our latest testing.

Premier League Soccer: Livestream Wolves vs. Crystal Palace From Anywhere

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 14:30:04 +0000

Can the Old Gold finally claim their first win of the season?

Best Ring Video Doorbells of 2024

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 14:01:00 +0000

Ring's portfolio has a bunch of video doorbell options, but which one is the right one for you?

Radio can be saviour during TV slowdown, insists BBC comedy chief

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 14:00:17 +0000

A production slump across the TV industry has left comedians struggling to get ideas off the ground, but Radio 4’s Julia McKenzie believes audio is the answer

Radio can fill the gap left by a slump in TV production to champion new British talent, the head of BBC Radio 4 comedy has said.

Julia McKenzie, the station’s commissioning editor for comedy, said it is still taking risks amid a “challenging” commissioning landscape and that she is keen to give opportunities to people “desperately trying to start their career”.

A Simple Trick Stopped Me From Stubbing My Toe at Night

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000

The darkness in your home is harnessing dangers for your toes, but a smart light is your weapon against it.

Best Internet and Mobile Bundles for November 2024

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Bundle two services you'll actually use, internet and mobile, and save. Here are the best internet and mobile bundles available now.

Which CD Term Is Best Right Now? This Expert Says It Depends

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Don't feel pressured to lock in a CD without taking some key financial steps first.

Kindle Paperwhite (2024) Review: Amazon's Best E-Reader Levels Up

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000

The new Paperwhite features a slightly larger screen, improved performance and slightly better contrast. Should you ditch your old Kindle for it?

AI in Hollywood is a tech leap with a vast impact but remains a tool, not a replacement, for creatives; its speed, quality, and cost allow for VFX breakthroughs (Devin Gordon/New York Times)

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 12:15:01 +0000

Devin Gordon / New York Times:
AI in Hollywood is a tech leap with a vast impact but remains a tool, not a replacement, for creatives; its speed, quality, and cost allow for VFX breakthroughs — The Los Angeles headquarters of Metaphysic, a Hollywood visual-effects start-up that uses artificial intelligence …

A Whisperer to the Stars on the Middle East Conflict

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 09:00:41 +0000

Many in Hollywood have struggled to navigate how to talk about their support for Israel on social media. Some of them have turned to Hen Mazzig for advice.

Holiday animated classics Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Frosty the Snowman move to NBC in December, after airing on CBS for more than 50 years (Josef Adalian/Vulture)

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 06:15:00 +0000

Josef Adalian / Vulture:
Holiday animated classics Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Frosty the Snowman move to NBC in December, after airing on CBS for more than 50 years — After more than 50 years on CBS, Christmas classics Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Frosty the Snowman will have a new home for the holidays this year: NBC.

‘What a privilege … ’ trend catches on as gratitude makes social media comeback

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 06:00:08 +0000

Posts lauding anything from running in the rain to tiredness and a comfy bed are springing up on Instagram and TikTok

“What a privilege it is to run in the rain. What a privilege it is to have a house I need to clean.” Social media is usually criticised for being a toxic space, but an emerging trend is pushing back against negativity with gratitude.

Posts entitled “What a privilege” feature everything from images of cosy beds (What a privilege it is to be exhausted after a long day) to videos of travelling (What a privilege it is to carry a heavy bag) to kitchen hobs (What a privilege it is to think about what to make for dinner everyday) have sprung up on Instagram and TikTok.

Can democracy survive now the world’s richest man has it in his sights? | George Monbiot

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 06:00:07 +0000

A vote for Donald Trump next week is also a vote for Elon Musk. The tech boss will have a springboard to greater power even than the US presidency

This is what happens when successive US governments fail to tackle inequality. While millions of people live in poverty, a handful grow unimaginably rich. Wealth begets wealth, and they acquire political power to match. It was inevitable that one of them – now the richest man on Earth – would launch what looks like a bid for world domination.

A vote for Donald Trump next week is a vote for Elon Musk. Just as Trump is using Musk, Musk could be using Trump as a springboard to perhaps even greater power than the US president can wield. Musk’s secret conversations with Vladimir Putin, reported by the Wall Street Journal last week, and his contacts with other extremist world leaders, suggest a pattern of power-seeking that could be even more alarming than the prospect of a second Trump presidency.

More than 230 media industry professionals, including anonymous BBC staff, sign a letter accusing the BBC of bias favoring Israel in coverage of Gaza (Athena Stavrou/The Independent)

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 00:15:01 +0000

Athena Stavrou / The Independent:
More than 230 media industry professionals, including anonymous BBC staff, sign a letter accusing the BBC of bias favoring Israel in coverage of Gaza — Exclusive: More than 230 media industry professionals sign letter sent to BBC director general Tim Davie — Your support helps us to tell the story

How Trump could weaponize the FCC against the media in a second term, including to punish broadcasters that air unfavorable coverage (Washington Post)

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 00:05:02 +0000

Washington Post:
How Trump could weaponize the FCC against the media in a second term, including to punish broadcasters that air unfavorable coverage — The somewhat obscure federal agency could be used to punish broadcasters that air unfavorable coverage as part of Trump's quest to rein in independent media.

Beasley Elects To Release Its Q3 Results On Election Day

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 22:30:25 +0000

The publicly traded radio station ownership group with properties in markets such as Philadelphia, Boston, Tampa-St. Petersburg and Detroit has decided to release its third quarter earnings report prior to the Opening Bell on Wall Street this Tuesday — Election Day in the U.S.

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New York art-house movie theater Metrograph plans to launch a biannual print film magazine of the same name in December (Alex Vadukul/New York Times)

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 22:25:00 +0000

Alex Vadukul / New York Times:
New York art-house movie theater Metrograph plans to launch a biannual print film magazine of the same name in December — A throwback publication courts cinephiles with stories featuring Ari Aster, Maggie Cheung, Daniel Clowes, Clint Eastwood and Ann Hui.

FCC Adjusts Tentative Selections in NCE FM MX Groups in Three States

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 22:18:30 +0000

The FCC has announced updated tentative selectees after analyzing three mutually exclusive (MX) groups for noncom educational FM construction permits filed in 2021.

Selectees in Group 93, 95 and 200 were first announced in November 2021 with a 30-day filing period opened for petitions to deny these applicants.

Both a petition and an objection were filed against the Group 93 selectee; and an application for review challenging the best technical proposal tiebreaker was submitted in Group 200. As a result, the Media Bureau needed to reanalyze the selectees in the two groups. Meanwhile, it reanalyzed the Group 95 selectee following the initial selectee’s withdrawal.

Petitions and objections are critical to fairly selecting applicants in MX groups. The commission says it relies on applicants’ documents for initial selections and does not conduct further verification, noting “the bureau and the commission rely on the petition to deny process to verify the accuracy of the points claimed and certifications.”

MX Group 93 — Wisconsin

The Media Bureau used the third tie-breaker in the MX point system for the first time ever to tentatively select Optima Enrichment, Inc. in Group 93, which consisted of four applications in Wisconsin. The third tie-breaker examines prior NCE FM applications. To qualify, an applicant must show it applied for a CP in a previous filing window and had its filing processed but dismissed in favor of an applicant possessing more points in a tie. The applicant must also have been a legal entity since the prior filing window and not hold any other NCE CP or license.

Waterloo Christian Radio Corp., which lost to Optima Enrichment in the tie-breaker, filed a petition to deny Optima’s application. It argued Optima did not timely support its claim regarding its previous CP filing. REC Networks also filed an informal objection, noting Optima should be ineligible for the third tie-breaker because it was granted two CPs in the 2007 NCE filing window. One of the CPs was assigned voluntarily and the other was cancelled.

Optima Enrichment responded in opposition, stating it timely certified the third tie-braker criterion. However, the commission determined that, while the group certified its qualification, it did not timely submit supporting documentation, which automatically disqualified the group from the category. Even with timely submission, the commission noted, Optima would not have qualified for the tie-breaker as its 2007 NCE FM application for Delafield, Wis., was dismissed based on a fair distribution of service analysis, not in a superior points or tie-breaker standing.

The commission also reviewed another contention from Waterloo Christian. It sought to reevaluate the technical analysis portion of the MX point assessment because of attributable interests of the winner of the category, Community Public Radio Inc.

If Community Public Radio’s application was dismissed, this could have given Waterloo Christian two points, making it the tentative selectee. But the commission denied the claim.

The result in Group 93? Optima Enrichment and Waterloo Christian end up in a tie. This means they are co-tentative selectees of the group and, within 90 days, must create a voluntary time-sharing agreement.

Tis means the groups would share 91.5 FM, each operating Class B1 FM signals. Optima Enrichment’s facility would be located in Delafield, while Waterloo Christian’s signal would be in Ixonia, Wis. The communities are about 30 miles west of Milwaukee. If they cannot reach an agreement within 90 days, the groups would be subject to mandatory time-sharing.

MX Group 95 – Indiana and Kentucky

This group originally included seven applications in the Ohio River Valley of Indiana and Kentucky. After a successful 2022 petition to deny, World Federation of Pastors and Ministers of the Full Gospel Inc. was the tentative selectee. However, the group withdrew its application. Four remaining applicants proceeded to a point system analysis.

In its evaluation of each applicant’s attributable radio station authorizations, the Media Bureau found New Beginnings Movement Inc. had fewest, with six, making it the new tentative selectee. New Beginnings seeks to operate a Class A FM signal on 88.5 from Seymour, Ind. A 30-day window for petitions to deny against the application is now open.

MX Group 200 – Texas

In southeast Texas, four applications were evaluated and Vida Ministry Inc. was named the tentative selectee. Call Communications Group, which lost out to Vida in the first tie-breaker, filed a petition to deny in 2023. It argued that two of the other applicants in the MX group, Christian Ministries of the Valley Inc. and CCS Radio Inc., included areas of the adjacent Gulf of Mexico in their coverage area calculations. Under the best technical proposal analysis, applicants can receive up to two points for proposing service to the largest population and area, excluding significant water areas. Without the water areas, Call Communications claimed it would be eligible for two points.

The Media Bureau partially granted Call’s petition, agreeing the two applications had incorrectly calculated their coverage areas. However, it stated the recalculated results did not automatically make Call the new selectee, as no applicant qualified for the best technical proposal category.

Call Communications filed a petition for reconsideration, further arguing the two applications included incorrect population data claims because of the coverage miscalculations. The commission denied this claim.

Call Communications then filed an application for review this past February. It argued that, since the Media Bureau concluded the two applicants’ technical calculations were incorrect, “the only valid action should have been to reject and dismiss both applicants’ technical claims,” therefore resulting in Call winning the technical proposal category. It argued the Media Bureau overstepped by adjusting the claims. But the commission reiterated the importance of the petition to deny process and said the corrected information because of Call’s initial petition merely helped it ensure a complete and accurate comparison in the technical analysis category.

Call’s application for review was dismissed, affirming Vida Ministry’s CP grant in Group 200. Vida seeks to broadcast from a Class A signal on 88.9 FM from Central Gardens, Texas, near Port Arthur.

(Read the FCC memo and order on the consideration of the three MX NCE groups.)

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Ad Spend Vs. Volume By Channel Tells Two Tales

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 21:56:31 +0000

Increasing ad prices became the most important issue for advertising in Q2 2024, but by Q3, costs had declined somewhat.

This Hit Music Radio Station Is Fully AI-Generated

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 21:24:01 +0000

Tagged as the “AI Powered Hit Radio from the Future,” Hit Radio AI is a fully artificial intelligence-generated hit music station created in the spirit of traditional, mass-appeal Top 40 stations.

Dave Solomon, chief curator of Hit Radio AI, said the station’s format is “rooted in pop, but blends in rock, country and unique genres to keep things fresh and engaging — just like pre-fragmented CHR radio, when you could hear a hair band back-to-back with Kenny Rogers.”

To learn more about the station’s inception, we chatted with Solomon via email.

Radio World: What company or people are behind Hit Radio AI?

Dave Solomon: The Moonstruck Broadcast Group powers Hit Radio AI, a labor of love by a dedicated team of 2–6 music curators weekly. We’re on a mission to bring the best of AI music to listeners everywhere.

RW: How did you get involved?

Solomon: I’ve spent years in radio, from ownership/management to programming and engineering, but I am also a BMI-affiliated songwriter and stock music producer as well. After losing my mom last spring, I experimented with generative AI music as a creative outlet and was amazed by the level of control these tools offered.

By blending AI with traditional production methods, I realized we could create unique sounds that are both familiar and innovative.

AI is evolving the future of music, and I became excited with the thought of bringing that sound to a traditional radio station.

RW: What is the target audience?

Solomon: Our audience is global, and we’re designing Hit Radio AI to be as mass-appeal as possible. With a pop foundation, we incorporate a variety of genres to attract a diverse listenership. As we continue growing our library, we look forward to expanding into dedicated channels for specific genres as well.

RW: What AI-based tools are you using?

Solomon: We use a mix of today’s cutting-edge AI music generators, text-to-speech systems and sound design tools to create our imaging. New technology emerges almost daily, allowing us to discover fresh ways to craft the station.

RW: How good has the AI been so far? How could it be better?

Solomon: The quality of AI-generated music has improved at an amazing rate. Today’s tools allow for exciting innovations like creating entire songs from a short audio snippet, editing sections on demand and even generating variations that build on the original track.

These tools are changing so rapidly that I can only imagine what they’ll be capable of a year from now. Already, many with trained ears struggle to tell whether some songs are AI generated or not.

RW: What else should we know?

Solomon: AI music generation is just the next step in music technology, much like the electric guitar or multitrack recording was in its day. AI allows creators to work more affordably and flexibly, bringing unique sounds to life. We receive hundreds of submissions weekly and curate it down to 20–50 playlist adds. But that number is getting bigger as the product improves.

Music tech is advancing rapidly — imagine a future where an AI can sense your mood and play a custom soundtrack just for you. Hit Radio AI gives listeners a taste of this potential, and we’re just getting started.

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Meta Presses Judge To Dismiss Huckabee Suit Over Ads For Gummies

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 21:15:41 +0000

"Section 230 provides complete immunity from suit for all of plaintiff's claims," the company argues in papers filed in late October with U.S. District Court Judge Gregory Williams in Wilmington, Delaware.

Urban One Agrees To LMA With Ohio Hispanic Radio Operator

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 20:49:14 +0000

A Local Management Agreement has been signed that sees La Mega Media Inc. and Lazo Media LLC “taking a significant step to expand Spanish-language programming across its Ohio markets and into Indianapolis.”

How so? Urban One is taking the “La Mega” brand and its programming to stations in Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Columbus, Ohio, as well as Indiana’s largest market.

The publicly traded company headed by Alfred Liggins III made the announcement after Friday’s closing bell on Wall Street.

Urban One’s assumption of the stations associated with La Mega and Lazo will see La Mega Media Chief Operating Officer Claudia DeLeon become VP/GM of Cleveland for Urban One and take the role of Head of Spanish Broadcast Operations for the Washington, D.C.-based company.

“We are thrilled to align with such a well-established brand in Ohio, one with a legacy of dedicated service to Hispanic communities in Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati,” said Eddie Harrell Jr., who was recently named Co-President of Urban One’s Audio Division. “Equally exciting is the addition of Claudia, a seasoned executive who brings a wealth of experience and talent to our team. Adding La Mega to our portfolio further strengthens our business footprint and enhances our offerings to reach minority communities across these key markets.”

What does the partnership mean? La Mega will now be heard on Lazo Media-owned WWLA-FM 103.1 (formerly WVKO) in Johnstown, Ohio and WWLG-FM 107.1 (formerly WJYD) in Circleville, Ohio, licensed to Blue Chip Broadcasting Licenses Ltd. and an Urban One property. This gives the Columbus market two signals, maximizing coverage of Ohio’s capital city.

Additionally, WJMO-AM 1300 in Cleveland, another Blue Chip-licensed and Urban One-owned property, is that market’s home for “La Mega.”

In Cincinnati, where WOXY-FM 97.7 was sold to Randy Michaels’ Radioactive LLC and has become Oldies as “The Oasis,” WIZF-FM 101.5’s HD2 signal is the market’s home for “La Mega.” Lastly, WHHH-FM 105.1 HD2 is also taking “La Mega.”

This means all Urban One stations that had been operating under the “La Grande” brand are now “La Mega.”

Radio One Division CEO David Kantor says the arrangement marks “a significant enhancement” to its Spanish-language media presence in Ohio and in Indianapolis, “aligning with the needs of our audiences and meeting the growing demand in these rapidly expanding Hispanic communities. Our goal is to deliver high-quality, culturally relevant programming that reflects the vibrant and diverse lives of our listeners. Through this arrangement, we can better serve Hispanic audiences in each market, connecting communities with music, news, and content that speaks directly to them.”

Meta Could Face Suit By Federal Government Over Financial Ads

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 20:34:57 +0000

The federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau may sue Meta over financial ads on the platform, the company disclosed in a Thursday night filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Trump's campaign files an FEC complaint claiming WaPo illegally contributed to Harris by running digital ads promoting its critical news coverage of Trump (April Rubin/Axios)

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 20:32:26 +0000

April Rubin / Axios:
Trump's campaign files an FEC complaint claiming WaPo illegally contributed to Harris by running digital ads promoting its critical news coverage of Trump — - Trump's team said in its complaint that an ad campaign highlighting the Post's critical coverage of the former president amounted to …

‘Shoppable’ ACC Football Telecasts Come To The CW

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 20:04:13 +0000

BURBANK, CALIF. — The CW Network has teamed up with Shopsense AI for a first for college football fans, in particular those who follow Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) schools.

Starting tomorrow at Noon ET, viewers of the Virginia Tech/Syracuse game will be able to shop game-day essentials and team merchandise directly from their mobile devices with technology powered by Shopsense’s Commerce Operating System (Commerce OS).

The technology won’t be limited to ACC football, as The CW says “shoppable” programming will be expand to other live sports, scripted series, and unscripted programming across the network controlled by Nexstar Media Group.

“Whether viewers are engaging with game-day content on broadcast television or via social media, they’ll be able to buy products seamlessly while enjoying their favorite programs,” The CW said.

Laura Lamattina, Vice President of Creative Director Branded Entertainment at The CW Network, commented, “By bringing shoppable TV to The CW’s ACC college football broadcasts, we’re merging the excitement of live sports with cutting-edge technology that enhances fan experiences and creates dynamic, engaging brand opportunities.”

Shopsense AI CEO and Co-Founder Glenn Fishback added, “College football has some of the most passionate and engaged fans in all of sports, and we’re excited to harness that energy with our game-changing shoppable TV technology. Teaming with The CW to integrate real-time shopping into ACC football broadcasts is the first step in our ambitious programming partnership, giving fans the chance to support their teams in a whole new way, whether it’s purchasing fan merchandise, gear featured during the game, or supplies to create a winning tailgating experience. We believe this initiative will deepen fan engagement and create new revenue opportunities for brands while delivering a seamless, interactive experience that taps into the spirit of college sports.”

Mega Philadelphia Moves Forward From Bankruptcy

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 19:59:44 +0000

BOCA RATON, FLA. — The Michael Sciore-led entity that presently holds equity interest in debtor-in-possession Mega-Philadelphia LLC has filed paperwork with the FCC seeking its approval of an agreement that sells his M.S. Acquisitions & Holdings’ interest in the stations to an individual presently renting a unit in the Camden Boca Raton apartment tower.

The M.S. membership interest in Mega-Philadelphia is being acquired by Minority Radio Broadcasting, helmed by Darnell Canty. He has a history of funding small businesses over the last eight years and had been based in Southern New Jersey.

A $140,000 purchase price has been agreed up, with $10,000 remit to Sciore as a deposit.

Mega-Philadelphia has financial liabilities totaling $1,227,227, and this helps toward resolution of its bankruptcy.

Serving as Sciore’s legal counsel is Anthony T. Lepore.

Hugh Hewitt Quits The Washington Post

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 19:59:14 +0000

His decision came hours after he abruptly stormed off a broadcast of a live online Post talk show.

MRC Thumbs Up Comes For Nielsen National TV Data Move

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 19:31:38 +0000

The Media Rating Council (MRC) has approved the integration of first-party live streaming data into Nielsen’s accredited National Television service and renewed accreditation for Nielsen’s National Panel measurement.

“This vote of confidence in Nielsen’s first-party data integration makes Nielsen the first accredited live-streaming solution with persons-level granularity,” the company boasted in a statement released on Friday. “The approval of first-party data integration bolsters all of streaming measurement moving forward.”

Nielsen CEO Karthik Rao added, “We’re thrilled and humbled to earn first-party approval from the MRC. It’s a great affirmation of Nielsen’s ability to innovate at the speed of the market, while doing so in a safe and verified way. With time-tested methodologies like our accredited persons panel and precise new solutions for the streaming era, we believe Nielsen is right where the industry needs us to be—at the convergence of all the ways people watch content. This will give the industry a true view of linear and streaming viewing like never before.”

MRC Executive Director and CEO George Ivie congratulated Nielsen on the renewal of accreditation of its National Television Panel Measurement and on receiving approval to integrate its first-party streaming data into the panel measurement. “This was a significant effort and we appreciate Nielsen’s ongoing commitment to the MRC accreditation process,” he said.