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LG Channels improves access to news content

LG Electronics is partnering with a number of broadcasters and news organisations across multiple regions to add more news streams to its LG Channels platform, making them both relevant to local audiences and easier to access and explore. Starting this August, LG Channels news content can also be accessed directly from the home screen via […]

August 8, 2025

POWERtube TV joins forces with FAST Channels TV

POWERtube TV, the streaming network built for automotive enthusiasts, has announced its newest partnership with FAST Channels TV to bring its high-octane content to a wider audience via the growing FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) platform. This partnership allows POWERtube TV to join the FAST Channels TV lineup, delivering its unique blend of racing, custom […]

August 5, 2025

BollywoodMasala launches on Freeview

Channelbox has announced the UK launch of BollywoodMasala, a vibrant new entertainment channel from Mumbai, on Freeview channel 271. The launch coincides with South Asia Heritage Month, highlighting the importance of cultural storytelling and regional media excellence. BollywoodMasala delivers short-form content in HD covering the latest in the Hindi film industry, from red carpet premieres […]

August 4, 2025

Chelsea vs AC Milan and more pre-season fixtures on DAZN

DAZN, the sports streaming platform, is adding more football content to its schedule. As the new football season draws near, DAZN will broadcast a selection pre-season fixtures for free, featuring iconic teams from the European leagues – including Chelsea, the winners of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 – to fans in the UK, the […]

August 1, 2025By Nik Roseveare

LADbible FAST Channel launching on Samsung TV Plus

Social entertainment business LADbible Group has made its debut on TV screens with the launch of the LADbible FAST channel. Available in the UK on Samsung TV Plus, Samsung’s FAST platform, LADbible FAST Channel will showcase the Group’s original programming 24/7, including popular series such as Minutes With, Snack Wars, Agree to Disagree and Would […]

July 31, 2025By Nik Roseveare

WBD FAST channels on MyFree DirecTV

DirecTV has announced an array of new FAST linear content offerings from the WBD portfolio. Four new channels are available now across the US, and the remaining 12 channels will be added in the coming months. The combination of 16 WBD FAST services spans several popular genres, including entertainment, film and unscripted programming; food, home […]

July 31, 2025

Ofcom: YouTube viewing overtakes ITV in UK

YouTube is leading the charge in the streaming takeover of TV sets, with the service now the first place younger viewers go as soon as they switch on, according to Ofcom’s annual report on the nation’s media habits. Overall, people spent an average of 4 hours 30 minutes per day watching TV and video content […]

July 30, 2025

EBU scores FTA coverage of Women’s Champions League

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has announced an agreement with UC3 to acquire free-to-air media rights for the UEFA Women’s Champions League (UWCL) over the next five years until 2030, spanning 24 territories on behalf of 26 EBU Members. This agreement follows EBU Members’ extensive coverage of UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 and builds on a […]

July 30, 2025

Gaming taking FAST to the next level

In just a few short years, Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) has changed the way audiences consume content. What started slow has quickly surged in popularity, shaking up the entertainment landscape by reintroducing the familiar feel of linear channels—only now, it’s free, digital, and available anytime, anywhere. But as the space continues to evolve, a […]

July 29, 2025

BBC, ITV to share FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027

As England’s Lionesses celebrated their Euro 2025 victory, beating Spain on penalties in the most-watched TV moment of the year so far, BBC Sport and ITV have announced that they’ve secured the joint rights to broadcast the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 in Brazil, ensuring that the biggest tournament in women’s football remains free-to-air for […]

July 28, 2025By Nik Roseveare