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Saturday, October 29, 2011
Harold Camping's Family Radio Pulls Doomsday Predictions from Website - TIME
 Daily Beast | Harold Camping's Family Radio Pulls Doomsday Predictions from Website TIME Family Radio, the religious organization started by self-professed prophet Harold Camping, is no longer calling for the end of the world. Is it possible after two failed predictions this year, and at least two more in past years, that they just don't ... Doomsday ministry scrubs end of world predictions from website CNN (blog) all 53 news articles |
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Timberlake, Fallon perform 'History of Rap 3'
Justin Timberlake and Jimmy Fallon gave an encore performance of their "History of Rap" series on Fallon's "Late Night" program on Friday.
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2012 Yankees' Radio: John Sterling and Suzyn Waldman Again (Sigh!) - NJ.com (blog)
 The Star-Ledger - NJ.com | 2012 Yankees' Radio: John Sterling and Suzyn Waldman Again (Sigh!) NJ.com (blog) On one hand, as I live in central NJ and travel frequently to southernmost NJ, I can honestly say that WCBS' radio signal is pretty strong, especially along the Jersey shore. That's worth a lot to the millions of devoted Yankees fans who listen while ... Radio war brewing between Yankees, Mets New York Post Yankees Stay With WCBS on Radio New York Times New York Yankees and WCBS Radio Extend Their Contract Through 2012 Yankees 101 New York Daily News - The Star-Ledger - NJ.com - Yankees.com all 14 news articles |
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Anya Ayoung-Chee wins 'Project Runway'
It was a make-it-work moment for the final four designers of this season's "Project Runway." The Lifetime reality show aired its finale Thursday with contestants going head to head at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, each of them sending a 10-piece collection down the runway.
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NBC's 'Rock Center' is aimed at viewers looking for classic news magazine stories
It's safe to say that you should not tune in to NBC's new prime time newsmagazine "Rock Center with Brian Williams" looking for a story on the latest starlet to fumble. "We won't do anything stupid," says executive producer Rome Hartman.
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Chaz Bono has 'no hard feelings' about 'Dancing With the Stars' elimination
Chaz Bono doesn't hold a grudge. The 42-year-old "Dancing With the Stars" contestant might have seemed angry when he was booted from the show Tuesday, but Friday he spoke out and had only nice things to say.
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Lifetime's 'The Killing Game' a tasty Halloween movie treat
"Iris Johansen's The Killing Game" has just the right balance for Halloween night on Lifetime. It's not a spatterfest like so many recent horror movies. There's hardly any blood at all. But it creates engaging psychological horror, with a demented killer taunting a woman whose daughter was murdered
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theScore Secures Multi-Platform Rights to Emirates Australian Open
Scorem Media Inc. today announces that it has secured the television and digital rights to the Emirates Australian Open with live coverage beginning November 9th. Featuring some of the world's top ranked players... [Full Story]
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Lorino Upped to KZPT (The Point)/Kansas City PD
Hot AC KZPT-FM (99.7 The Point)/Kansas City promotes Assistant PD/MD Tony Lorino to PD/MD replacing Mark Edwards. He will continue to air in middays on The Point. Lorino previously served as APD/MD for AC WMYX-FM/Milwaukee. He's also worked as a programming assistant for Oldies KIOA-FM (Oldies 93.3)/Des Moines and PD of … more
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Sir Jimmy Savile, 1926-2011 - The Guardian
 Yorkshire Post | Sir Jimmy Savile, 1926-2011 The Guardian Photograph: BBC Sir James – Jimmy – Savile, radio disc-jockey, television personality and indefatigable charity worker delighted in being one of life's great enigmas. He was court jester to the Royal family and friend to prime ministers, ... Jimmy Savile death: Tributes pour in for DJ and TV star BBC News Death of TV and radio legend Jimmy Savile at 84 Yorkshire Post Sir Jimmy Savile dies aged 84 Radio Times Irish Times - Daily Mail all 180 news articles |
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New York Yankees Ink One Year Extension w/WCBS
The New York Yankees will continue to be heard on WCBS-AM for the 2012 next season. The team also retains an option to extend the agreement for another season beyond 2012. Both parties apparently intend to continue discussions about a long-term partnership. Announcers John Sterling and Suzyn Waldman are expected to return to … more
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PM's Appointees Responsible for CBC's Disclosure Woes -- Says Friends
The current debate about the CBC's access to information practices lays bare a broader accountability issue that should be addressed by reforming the patronage appointments system that effectively leaves the CBC's leadership accountable to no... [Full Story]
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KZZP/Phoenix Names Tim Richards Program Director
CHR KZZP-FM (104.7 Kiss FM)/Phoenix names Tim Richards as Program Director, effective immediately. Richards, a veteran radio programmer, will continue his role as Director of the Johnjay and Rich radio show. Previously, he served as cluster OM of the company's local group in Tucson and Program Director of CHR KRQQ-FM … more
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DJ and TV presenter Jimmy Savile dies, aged 84 - BBC News
 BBC News | DJ and TV presenter Jimmy Savile dies, aged 84 BBC News Savile, who was one of the most famous faces and voices on British TV and radio throughout the 1960s, 70s and 80s, died on Saturday. His family programme, Jim'll Fix It, drew in huge audiences and the programme received 20000 letters a week at the ... and more |
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J.P. Pritchard and Lana Hughes Return to Houston Radio
Late Friday night Radio One made the announcement that KROI-FM in Houston would flip to an all news format, dumping the gospel music format now on the station.
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Radio 1 appoints new controller - BBC News
 BBC News | Radio 1 appoints new controller BBC News Ben Cooper has been appointed as the new controller of BBC Radio 1 and its sister station BBC Radio 1Xtra. The 41-year-old has been deputy controller of the two stations since 2009 and has been in acting control since the departure of Andy Parfitt. ... Ben Cooper appointed Radio 1 and 1Xtra controller The Guardian Radio 1 names new controller The Independent all 11 news articles |
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TV advocacy organization launching next week
Gordon Smith of the National Association of Broadcasters is just one of the executives that will be on hand next week as a new group
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Not just the usual channels - Montreal Gazette
Not just the usual channels Montreal Gazette Paul Tietolman has a plan that will revolutionize radio broadcasting. It's a plan so brilliant he fully expects it will be copied by radio stations across North America once it's implemented successfully ... and more |
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Manics aim to reinvent themselves - BBC News
 BBC News | Manics aim to reinvent themselves BBC News Nicky Wire told BBC Radio Wales: "This panorama of our past does say there's nowhere else to go now, but to really try something and reinvent ourselves." The band also plan to perform their singles at a one-off concert in London on 17 December. ... and more |
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ZoomerMedia widens loss in Q4 on TV program charge - Winnipeg Free Press
ZoomerMedia widens loss in Q4 on TV program charge Winnipeg Free Press TORONTO - ZoomerMedia Limited (TSXV:ZUM), a company which owns radio and TV stations and magazines serving people over 45, widened its losses in the fourth quarter as the company booked a charge on its books. ZoomerMedia reported late Friday it lost ... ZoomerMedia Limited Announces Fourth Quarter and Year End Financial Results MarketWatch (press release) all 37 news articles |
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Canadian aid worker shot in Haiti - CBC.ca
Canadian aid worker shot in Haiti CBC.ca Francklin Guerrier and the driver were attacked by people on a motorcycle, according to Radio-Canada correspondent in Haiti. The driver was killed. Guerrier, a Quebec retired lawyer, was shot in the collar bone and is recovering in hospital, ... Canadian wounded in Haiti attack Vancouver Sun Canadian aid worker shot in Haiti Toronto Star all 27 news articles |
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Obama voters, Muslims need not apply for Texas gun course - Reuters
 Reuters | Obama voters, Muslims need not apply for Texas gun course Reuters By Jim Forsyth SAN ANTONIO (Reuters) - A central Texas gun dealer ran radio ads advising "Socialist" liberals, those who voted for President Barack Obama, Arabs and Muslims that they need not apply for his concealed gun license class. ... Texas store owner won't teach gun class to liberals, Muslims Houston Chronicle (blog) all 59 news articles |
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I hear Al Jazeera English is opening Chicago bureau
Word came to me Friday afternoon that the Al Jazeera English news service intends to open a Chicago bureau and has just hired a bureau manager - John Hendren, who for the past several years has been a Washington correspondent for ABC news.
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KXTG (The Game)/Portland Adds ''The Ducks Insider''
Alpha Broadcasting's KXTG-AM (750 The Game)/Portland, OR, is adding "The Ducks Insider with Jerry Allen" to its evening lineup. Allen, recently named Sportscaster of the Year, is now in his 25th year as the voice of the University of Oregon Ducks. The show will air weeknights in the early evening (7-9pm). … more
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ZoomerMedia widens loss in Q4 on TV program charge - Winnipeg Free Press
ZoomerMedia widens loss in Q4 on TV program charge Winnipeg Free Press TORONTO - ZoomerMedia Limited (TSXV:ZUM), a company which owns radio and TV stations and magazines serving people over 45, widened its losses in the fourth quarter as the company booked a charge on its books. ZoomerMedia reported late Friday it lost ... ZoomerMedia Limited Announces Fourth Quarter and Year End Financial Results MarketWatch (press release) all 42 news articles |
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Dave Ramsey Show Reaches 500 Affiliate Mark
"The Dave Ramsey Show" has reached the 500 affiliate mark having joined the line-up on KTTH-AM/Seattle. Hosted by author Dave Ramsey, the live radio talk show focuses on life, love and relationships and how they happen to revolve around money. … more
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KXNT/Las Vegas Afternoon News Anchor Rytina Exits
KXNT-AM & FM/Las Vegas afternoon news anchor Robert Rytina exits the CBS Radio Talk outlet. … more
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Leighton to Simulcast Zac Daniel's Morning Program
Leighton Broadcasting/Grand Forks, ND, will simulcast Zac Daniel's morning show on Rock KFGK-FM (Rock 95.7) and KGFK-AM beginning November 1. … more
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Christian WIBG-AM/Atlantic City Flips to News/Talk
Contemporary Christian WIBG-AM/Atlantic City flips to News/Talk, but it will continue to air religious programming on Sundays. Talk hosts airing on WIBG include Cape May County Tea Party organizer Larry Trulli and former South Jersey Insider publisher Dan Klein. … more
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KGFK (107.9)/Grand Forks ND Moves Down the Dial
Rock KGFK-FM (107.9)/Grand Forks, ND, moves down the dial to 95.7 to become KFGK 95-7 with the slogan "Shut Up and Rock." … more
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WMAL/Washington Ups Smith to Exec. AM Producer
News/Talk WMAL-AM Washington, DC, promotes Heather Smith to Executive Producer of WMAL's "Morning Majority" morning show. Smith joined the the morning show in August, 2010, to produce the "Grandy Group" featuring former Congressman and "Love Boat" actor Fred Grandy until his exit in March. Previously, she produced syndicated … more
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Radio One to Flip KROI/Houston to ''News 92 FM''
Radio One has announced plans to flip Gospel KROI-FM (Praise 92.1)/Houston to News/Talk as "News 92 FM" beginning the week of November 14. The Gospel format moves to co-owned Urban KMJQ-FM (Majic 102)'s HD2 multicast channel. The new 24/7 news outlet will utilize ABC News Radio and Associated Press Platinum along with … more
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Obama voters, Muslims need not apply for Texas gun course - Reuters
 Reuters UK | Obama voters, Muslims need not apply for Texas gun course Reuters By Jim Forsyth SAN ANTONIO (Reuters) - A central Texas gun dealer ran radio ads advising "Socialist" liberals, those who voted for President Barack Obama, Arabs and Muslims that they need not apply for his concealed gun license class. ... Texas store owner won't teach gun class to liberals, Muslims Houston Chronicle (blog) all 55 news articles |
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Cablevision loses pay-TV customers
US operator gains high-speed internet subscribers, mirroring Thursday's results from competitor Time Warner Cable
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Canadian aid worker shot in Haiti - CBC.ca
Canadian aid worker shot in Haiti CBC.ca Francklin Guerrier and the driver were attacked by people on a motorcycle, according to Radio-Canada correspondent in Haiti. The driver was killed. Guerrier, a Quebec retired lawyer, was shot in the collar bone and is recovering in hospital, ... Canadian wounded in Haiti attack Vancouver Sun all 27 news articles |
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Lorino Upped to KZPT (The Point)/Kansas City PD
Hot AC KZPT-FM (99.7 The Point)/Kansas City promotes Assistant PD/MD Tony Lorino to PD/MD replacing Mark Edwards. He will continue to air in middays on The Point. Lorino previously served as APD/MD for AC WMYX-FM/Milwaukee. He's also worked as a programming assistant for Oldies KIOA-FM (Oldies 93.3)/Des Moines and PD … more
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Gun classes radio ad refuses Obama supporters, Muslims (video)
Tom, Rick, and Harley Broadcasting’s Country station, WHLB-FM Mason TX has been running what has turned out to be a bit of a controversial ad
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Harold Camping's Family Radio Pulls Doomsday Predictions from Website - TIME
Daily Beast | Harold Camping's Family Radio Pulls Doomsday Predictions from Website TIME Family Radio, the religious organization started by self-professed prophet Harold Camping, is no longer calling for the end of the world. Is it possible after two failed predictions this year, and at least two more in past years, that they just don't ... Doomsday ministry scrubs end of world predictions from website CNN (blog) all 54 news articles |
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New York Yankees Ink One Year Extension w/WCBS
The New York Yankees will continue to be heard on WCBS-AM for the 2012 next season. The team also retains an option to extend the agreement for another season beyond 2012. Both parties apparently intend to continue discussions about a long-term partnership. Announcers John Sterling and Suzyn Waldman are expected to … more
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Industry Vet Big Tomm Rivers Publishes First Book
42-year industry vet Big Tomm Rivers has written and published his first book, aptly titled "Life Was a Radio, but the Rock & Roll Almost Killed Me!" The book details Rivers' life. From growing up in a one-child family in 1950's Kenosha, WI, to his wild air talent days at classic Milwaukee radio rockers WOKY and WEMP, Tomm … more
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Beasley Q3 Revenues Flat, Earnings Up 12.6%
Beasley Broadcast Group posted a third quarter revenue decline to $24.2 million, essentially flat over 2010. BBG says the reduction was due to political advertising decline. Station operating income (SOI) decreased 2.3% to $8.2 million from $8.4 million. The broadcaster posted net earnings of $2.3 million (10 cents per diluted … more
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WSFR/Louisville Flips to Classic Hits ''The Eagle''
Cox Media Group/Louisville's Classic Rock WSFR-FM flips to Classic Hits as "The New 107.7 The Eagle." The change celebrates what the Eagle calls "the best decade in music." The station will also play hits from the 1960s and 1980s, but it will be centered in the best era of Classic Hits, the 1970s. Frequently featured artists … more
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