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- 1Madrid Sets Film Production Record as Woody Allen and Stars Shoot There▼Why Woody Allen and Other Big Names Shoot in Madrid and How Spain’s Capital Set a Record
Madrid has set a record for film and television production, attracting major directors such as Woody Allen and other big Hollywood names to shoot in the Spanish capital. The Hollywood Reports looks at why the city has become such a draw, citing its appeal as a filming location and the conditions that helped it reach this production milestone.
- 2CBS Cancels Three Shows, Renews Others With Shorter Seasons●CBS Cancels 3 TV Shows, Renews Several More with Reduced Episode Orders & 2027 Start Dates
CBS has cancelled three television series while renewing several others, but with fewer episodes per season and premiere dates pushed to 2027. The network's slate decisions signal tighter budgets and a slower rollout across its schedule, a pattern increasingly common among US broadcasters as production costs rise. Details of which shows were cut have fans reacting and speculating about the network's programming strategy.
- 3Tony Robinson Launches Radar Studios With 'Rewrites History'▼Tony Robinson ‘Rewrites History’ With Debuting Radar Studios
Television presenter and historian Tony Robinson is launching Radar Studios with a new project titled 'Rewrites History'. The venture marks the formation of the new production company, fronted by the 'Blackadder' and 'Time Team' star, according to Deadline.
- 4BBC Executive Matt Brittin Says He Has Watched Doctor Who AI Episode▼'Doctor Who': BBC's Matt Brittin Says He Has Watched AI Episode
Matt Brittin, a senior figure connected to the BBC, says he has watched the Doctor Who episode dealing with artificial intelligence. The remark has drawn attention from television fans and industry watchers, who are curious about how the long-running sci-fi series will handle the topical subject of AI in its storytelling.
- 5Students Nationwide Invited to 46th College Television Awards▼Students Nationwide Invited to Compete in 46th College Television Awards Offering Aspiring Creators the Hollywood Spotlight
The Television Academy has opened entries for the 46th College Television Awards, inviting students from across the United States to compete. The annual competition gives aspiring creators in film and television a chance to showcase their work to industry professionals and gain exposure in Hollywood, with recognition often serving as an early career boost for emerging talent.
- 6Sony's Wayne Garvie Doubts Channel 4's Survival In Current Form▼Sony Chief Wayne Garvie: “It’s Very Difficult To See How Channel 4 Survives In Present Form”
Wayne Garvie, a senior executive at Sony Pictures Television, has said it is "very difficult to see how Channel 4 survives in its present form." His comments add to ongoing debate in the UK about the publicly owned broadcaster's future, as it faces pressure from declining linear TV audiences, advertising challenges and questions over its ownership model.
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HDR10+ Technologies is increasing its support for video games, extending the high dynamic range format beyond film and television into the gaming space. The move signals growing industry focus on HDR quality for interactive entertainment, as more games and gaming hardware adopt high dynamic range displays. Details on specific partners or titles were not provided.
- 8Paramount+ Picks Up Three A24 British Series●Paramount+ Buys British A24 Series ‘It Gets Worse’, ‘Major Players’ & ‘The Ministry Of Time’
Paramount+ has acquired UK rights to three British series produced by A24: 'It Gets Worse', 'Major Players' and 'The Ministry Of Time'. The deal strengthens the streamer's slate of prestige British originals and continues A24's push into television following its film success. Industry observers are watching how the shows perform on the platform.
- 9Apple TV releases trailer for locally filmed 'Nocturne'●TV Talk: Apple TV releases locally filmed ‘Nocturne’ trailer; regional Emmy winners announced
Apple TV has released the trailer for 'Nocturne', a production filmed in the local region, and regional Emmy Award winners have been announced. The news, reported by TribLIVE, highlights the area's growing profile as a filming location alongside recognition of local television talent, giving residents and industry watchers plenty to discuss about hometown work hitting national screens.
- 10Asobi System launches KAWAII FARM project with TV Tokyo show▼https://www. wacoca.com/media/777597/ アソビシステム、新プロジェクト「KAWAII FARM」始動＆テレビ東京で番組放送決定。「KAWAII LAB.」メンバーが日本の第一次産業／工芸品の魅力発信 –
Japanese entertainment company Asobi System has launched a new project called KAWAII FARM, alongside a confirmed TV program on TV Tokyo. Members of the KAWAII LAB. idol group project will showcase the appeal of Japan's primary industries, such as agriculture and fishing, as well as traditional crafts, promoting regional Japanese products and culture to a wider audience.
- 11Prime Video Nordics To Bring More Female-Led Originals●Prime Video Nordics Plans "More Feminine Point Of View" In Originals
Prime Video's Nordic division says it plans to give its original programming a 'more feminine point of view'. The announcement signals a programming shift for the streaming service's output in Scandinavia, with future originals expected to reflect more women-centred stories and perspectives. The news was reported by Deadline and is drawing attention among television industry watchers in the region.
- 12Emirates unveils new season inflight entertainment lineup▼Emirates unveils its new season inflight entertainment lineup
Emirates has announced its new season of inflight entertainment, revealing the films, television shows and other content that will be available to passengers on its ice system. The airline regularly refreshes its lineup with new releases, and aviation industry publications have picked up the announcement. Details on specific titles and expanded features are being circulated among travellers and industry watchers.
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JR Walden has been named to the Cable TV Pioneers Class of 2026, an honor recognizing long-standing contributions to the cable television industry. The announcement, carried by Business Wire, adds Walden to a select group of industry veterans being inducted in the 2026 class. Further details about the full class and Walden's career have not been widely reported yet.