ITV secured four of the top five TV audiences in the UK during the first week of the World Cup, with England's win over Croatia drawing 15.4 million viewers. The BBC's coverage, while strong, lagged behind ITV's initial success.
Labour peer Thangam Debbonaire confronted Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin during a byelection count, accusing her of racism and defending Nigel Farage's undeclared £5m gift. The exchange, broadcast on Sky News, touched on Farage's financial dealings and Pochin's past controversial remarks about diversity in advertising.
El Gobierno aprueba un decreto ley para 'perdonar' a RTVE más de 940 millones de euros de un litigio por el IVA con Hacienda. La norma considera los impuestos no deducibles como coste del servicio público, compensado por el Estado, evitando pérdidas a la corporación.
Veteran Hong Kong filmmaker Raymond Wong Pak-ming starts 5-month prison term for insider trading, awaiting High Court appeal, after making unlawful gains through shares of Transmit Entertainment.
French tennis player Corentin Moutet swore seven times during a live BBC television interview at Queen's after his win. Presenters apologized, and Moutet later posted on Instagram that he was joking and hoped no one was offended. He is likely to be fined by the ATP Tour.
Fox Corporation CEO Lachlan Murdoch plans to acquire Roku for $22 billion, aiming to integrate its user base and potentially influence content promotion. The deal, pending regulatory approval, could reshape the media landscape by increasing Fox's presence in streaming.
Tamil Nadu PWD minister Aadhav Arjuna has issued a legal notice to former CM MK Stalin demanding an apology and Rs 1 crore in damages for allegedly portraying a drug trafficking mastermind as his relative. Arjuna denies any relation to John Britto, accused by the ED, and has given Stalin 48 hours to comply.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that ending Israeli strikes on Lebanon is a vital component of the peace deal with the US. He emphasized that the war's end on all fronts, including Lebanon, is the most critical aspect of the memorandum between Iran/Hezbollah and the US/Israel.
Nuovi farmaci come semaglutide e tirzepatide, inizialmente per il diabete, offrono ora un'efficace terapia per l'obesità. Agiscono su sazietà e appetito, rallentando lo svuotamento gastrico. Possono essere usati da soli o in combinazione con la chirurgia bariatrica per un approccio personalizzato.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, a close ally of Vladimir Putin, stated in an interview that Russia and Ukraine must compromise to end the war, calling battlefield victory unrealistic for both sides. He also mentioned improving ties with Washington and not ruling out a meeting with Donald Trump.
L'Università dell'Insubria ha conferito a Gerry Scotti la laurea magistrale honoris causa in Scienze e tecniche della comunicazione. La cerimonia, a cui ha partecipato anche la ministra Bernini, ha celebrato la sua lunga carriera televisiva.
A five-month-old baby, Justin, died from catastrophic head injuries in March 2017. Despite prior concerns raised about his welfare and suspicious injuries, no criminal charges were laid, and the coroner declined an inquest, raising questions about systemic failures in child protection and police investigations.
Recent White House events, including a UFC fighter's controversial speech and algae in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, highlight America's deep political divisions. Critics decry vulgarity and conspiracy theories, while supporters see authenticity and 'owning the libs.'
Fox announced a $22 billion deal to acquire Roku, merging its news and sports content with Roku's streaming platform. The combined entity aims to leverage live sports, news, and streaming growth to become the third-largest TV company in the US.
Fox is acquiring Roku for $22 billion in a stock and cash deal, aiming to create a major media and technology company. The combination merges Fox's news, sports, and Tubi streaming service with Roku's connected TV platform, targeting growth in streaming and advertising.
Fox has announced a merger that will create the third-largest television company in the United States. The Verge Daily provided this brief news update.
India's public discourse has shifted from viewing China as a villain to a more neutral stance, influenced by Moscow's push for a Russia-India-China strategic triangle. This development is significant as it aims to ease tensions between India and China.
La FIFA ha introducido pausas de hidratación obligatorias en el Mundial, independientemente de la temperatura, lo que ha generado críticas por interrupciones publicitarias y descontento entre jugadores y aficionados.
Funeral processions for Iran's former supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, are scheduled for July 4-9, according to state media. Meanwhile, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that a deal to end the Middle East war is closer than ever, potentially within 24 hours, following recent escalations between Iran, the US, and Israel.
Disney's ABC is facing an early renewal of its broadcast licenses for eight local stations, a move seen as retaliation against critics of Donald Trump. The FCC has opened a pleading cycle for critics to challenge ABC's fitness to broadcast, with a conservative legal group confirming it will file a petition to deny.
Veteran Kannada actor Doddanna has debunked false death rumors spread via an AI-generated social media poster on June 12. He confirmed he is alive and well, addressing the confusion among fans and industry members.
The US Department of Justice has approved Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, a move that will significantly consolidate the media industry and expand the influence of the Ellison family. The DOJ dismissed concerns over labor and comparisons to the Disney-Fox merger, while investigations continue in the UK and by state attorneys general.
Italian actor Claudio Spadaro, known for his role as agent Pigreco in 'Romanzo criminale', has died at 72 in Taranto. He had a prolific career, working with directors like Nanni Moretti and Franco Zeffirelli, and notably portraying Benito Mussolini multiple times.
Veteran actor Dinyar Tirandaz, known for his roles in Bollywood and TV shows like 'Zabaan Sambhal Ke', has reportedly passed away in Mumbai. News of his demise spread on social media on Thursday, with colleagues and fans paying tribute.
