NBCU Offers Digital Sport Option Dec 2, 2008
Among the programming options being developed for television stations with subchannel space to fill due to the digital transition is one geared specifically to NBC affiliates ... Instead, stations that carry Universal Sports are allotted advertising time they can sell and local programming time they can fill with infomercials or local sports-related material on the digital channel ... In addition to more than 5,000 archival programming hours per year, the channel will schedule more than 2,400... (TVweek.com)
Google Chrome Browser To Support Customization Dec 2, 2008
The outlines areas that would have to be addressed, such as application programming interfaces to connect extensions to the Chrome engine. Under the heading "use cases," Google lists some types of extensions that the company would like to support in Chrome, such as ad and blockers. (InformationWeek)
Revolutionary high-speed 'cloud' software announced by new University of Melbourne start-up Dec 2, 2008
"Our point of difference is that Aneka supports multiple application programming models unlike others in the marketplace," said A/Prof Buyya. "This is changing the face of computing - making computing work the way we want.". (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
ResortQuest Partners with RSN Resort TV Dec 2, 2008
Tue Dec 2, 5:00 am ET. ResortQuest International Inc., North America's leading vacation rental company, has announced a cooperative partnership with RSN Resort TV, a national television network that specializes in creating and distributing outdoor content to America's premier resorts, including more than 125 mountain and beach destinations across the country. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Joost on iPhone doesnt work in Australia Dec 2, 2008
iTWire - Joost on iPhone doesnt work in Australia (iTWire)
Microsoft previews digital TV update Dec 2, 2008
Specific features include on-demand storefronts for in-home shopping and a new programming recommendation service, dubbed Best Bets, that uses people's viewing history to help them find VOD movies to watch. "With Microsoft TV, network operators now have more opportunities than ever to merchandize the premium services that differentiate their offerings from competitive satellite services," Moshe Lichtman, a vice president at the Microsoft TV division, said in a statement. (Yahoo News -- Digital and Interactive TV)
Italian TV bins reality shows Dec 2, 2008
Claudio Petruccioli, Rai's president, says his decision has been taken in line with Italy's wider efforts to improve the quality of its programming. Rai intends to redirect the money spent on reality TV into Italian film. (Yahoo News -- Reality TV)
Turkey's Detente With Kurds Wavers Dec 2, 2008
The broadcasts must contain Turkish-language subtitles, and children s programming is prohibited ... Dogan must follow a strict menu of programming. (Yahoo News -- Kurdish Issues)
Linux Moves From Grazing to Gorging at the Unix Buffet Dec 2, 2008
He has been programming, tinkering and generally sitting in front of computer screens since his first encounter with a DEC PDP-11 in 1979. Tags. (Datamation)
Lopez to host Miss America pageant again Dec 2, 2008
TLC's programming vice president, Brent Zacky, said: "Mario and the Miss America Organization's past relationship has proven beneficial and we look forward to having him in Vegas again this year.". Last January, Miss Michigan Kirsten Haglund, a 19-year-old aspiring Broadway star, was crowned Miss America 2008 in a live show billed as the unveiling of the 87-year-old pageants new, hipper look. (MSNBC -- Television)
Intel, M'soft launch parallel lab Dec 2, 2008
The center has been conducting work for several months to define a new parallel programming model for tomorrow's many-core processors that could replace serial methods that have served mainstream computing since its inception ... Hey also talked about his work as a former developer of the Transputer, an early parallel processor, and a co-developer of MPI, a widely used parallel programming model for high-end technical computing. (EETimes)
TV Choice and Competition Near for Residents of Two More New York Communities Dec 2, 2008
Verizon's FiOS TV is a formidable competitor to cable and satellite, offering a broad collection of all-digital programming, up to 100 high-definition (HD) channels in the New York market and access to more than 11,000 video-on-demand (VOD) titles, 8,500 of which are free ... Verizon's fiber network delivers amazingly sharp pictures and sound, and has the capacity to transmit a wide array of high-definition programming that is so clear and intense it seems to leap from the TV screen. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
PRI's ''The World'' Tracks the Arduous Route of an AIDS Treatment Drug from an Indian Manufacturer to an Ivory Coast Patient Dec 2, 2008
Through partnerships with BBC World Service and station-based and independent producers, the Minneapolis-based network provides over 400 hours of programming each week, content that is broadcast and streamed online by over 800 PRI affiliates nationwide, whose radio broadcasts reach over 29 million listeners each week ... PRI programming is available via XM Public Radio and Sirius Satellite Radio. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Comcast Launches Setanta Sports in Boston and Brookline Dec 2, 2008
The launch, like the recent and upcoming launches of other international and High Definition programming unique to Comcast's Boston and Brookline systems, will occur in other New England communities as the rest of the region converts to the nearly all digital network that Comcast created last year in Boston and Brookline as a national model for high-capacity broadband. Comcast also recently has launched international networks for customers in Boston and Brookline who are interested in Russian,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
FCC Offers Relief for Independent Voices in Television and Sets the Stage for Cable Rate Reductions Dec 2, 2008
"The FCC has signaled that it is serious about ensuring there is a level playing field in carriage decisions that is welcoming to independent voices. Carriage access discrimination reform is a big step forward in ensuring more programming competition that will lead to more meaningful choices and lower cable prices for the consumer," stated a NAIN spokesperson. According to NAIN, both carriage access reform and unbundling will give rise to more independent networks and minority-focused... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Deck The Halls with Lots of Funny! With 'COMEDY CENTRAL's(R) 13 Days of Christmas' Friday, December 12 Through Wednesday, December 24 Dec 2, 2008
Christmas Day Programming Features Stand-Up Special from Jeffrey Ross, Mike Birbiglia and Gary Gulman as Well Christmas Specials from Jeff Dunham and Stephen Colbert ... Beginning December 12, the Network is offering up 13 nights of holiday-themed programming that will put everyone fa-la-la spirit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
RCN Launches First Phase of Exciting New Global Passport Tier; Company Expects to Expand to More Than 200 International Channels & Video ON DEMAND Choices by the End of the Year Dec 2, 2008
Todays announcement and the addition of five new international premium networks marks the first phase of a dramatic expansion of RCNs international programming and Video ON DEMAND content ... The fifth new international network is Antenna Satellite, which broadcasts the best Greek-language programming from Athens 24-hours-a-day ... Antenna Satellite's programming includes live news bulletins, top-rated comedies and dramas from ANT1, the leading TV station in Greece, as well as live and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Beyoncé and Solange Bring Hope to the Holidays on Fuse Dec 2, 2008
We are thrilled to collaborate with Beyonc, Solange and the entire Knowles Family to air this momentous concert on Fuse, benefiting the families devastated by Hurricane Ike, said Matt Farber, EVP, Programming, Development & Digital ... Celebrating the hit makers of today, familiar favorites and edgy newcomers, Fuse accommodates the wide ranging tastes and attitudes of its 12-34 year-old audience with compelling music programming on-air, on-line, on-demand and via mobile technologies. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Italy's Communist Tranvestite TV Star Dec 2, 2008
Berlusconi's most lasting influence might well have been made before he entered politics: namely, the transformation of Italian television from a gray source of information and family programming into a feast of commercial, and often trashy, entertainment. Isola dei Famosi is broadcast on the state RAI network and follows the success of the local version of Big Brother shown on Berlusconi's Mediaset network. (Time.com)
Seven runs rings round rest to win ratings year Dec 1, 2008
This year Nine, led by David Gyngell, poured its programming energy into attracting viewers aged 16 to 54 as this is who two-thirds of prime time advertising is aimed at. Aiming to put behind it the misfortunes of 2007, Nine began the ratings year well, driven by a late cricket season that pushed into the official ratings season and by several programs such as Monster House, Moment of Truth, Power of 10 and Canal Road. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sport and Olympics propel Seven to ratings win Dec 1, 2008
"We have nine of the top 10 programs on television in 2008 and we move into 2009 with the strongest line-up of programs in Seven's history," head of programming Tim Worner said. Ten's programming boss David Mott admitted to a disappointing second half year after a stellar first with So You Think You Can Dance Australia. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Christmas Tree of Bradesco Seguros e Previdencia, The Biggest Floating Christmas Tree in the World, is Inaugurated in Rio De Janeiro Dec 1, 2008
The programming of the inaugural event, with a live television broadcast in real time by the Tree's hot site included a concert given by popular Brazilian artists such as singers Elba Ramalho, Joao Bosco, Roberta Sa and guitarist Turibio Santos, as well as the Choir of the Bradesco Foundation, made up of 112 young students. The American soprano Carol McDavit, who has been settled in Brazil for the past 20 years, also made an appearance. (PR Newswire)
Australia top of local box office Dec 1, 2008
December 01, 2008 05:47pm AEDT. AUSSIES flocked to see Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman in Baz Luhrmann's Australia at the weekend, making it the No. 1 film in the country. (The Australian)
Linux on the iPhone, could Android be next? Dec 1, 2008
An unpublished part of iPhone's latest programming framework lets third-party developers pipe video out to an external device, albeit not without a few catches. "Fingerboarding," or skateboarding on a miniature skateboard with your fingers remains a mystery to many adults, so they remain torn about the release of Touchgrind. (iPhonesTalk)
Takeover Target shines amid gloom Dec 1, 2008
CALL IN THE PROS: Racing NSW graciously invited me to attend a meeting this week mainly concerning handicapping and programming ... Handicapping and programming, a blight on racing in this state, is a highly complex situation and one for experts ... "There is no doubt, better handicapping and programming would increase turnover by 25 per cent and racing's bottom line by more than that. We could fix it, if they would let us,"Robbie Waterhouse, bookmaker and turf academic, wrote to Dom Beirne, who... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Sick and tired: time to revive our ailing industry Dec 1, 2008
Talk to those at the coal face about programming and you're left in a state of flux. Some trainers and owners like ratings-based handicapping, others believe it should go the way of the dinosaur. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Holiday films to kick off '25 Days of Christmas' marathon Dec 1, 2008
The programming event will feature at least one Christmas-themed movie per night to count down the remaining 25 days until Christmas. A set of Dr. Seuss movies will start the first night of the 25-day series. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Pattinson doesn't wash his hair Dec 1, 2008
Last Update: 11/30 9:41 am. Actor Robert Pattinson attends the 'Twilight' Premiere during the 3rd Rome International Film Festival held at the Auditorium Parco della Musica on October 30, 2008 in Rome, Italy. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Members of Queen mark World Aids Day Dec 1, 2008
Last Update: 11/30 6:13 pm. Paul Rodgers and Brian May of Queen perform onstage during the 46664 Concert In Celebration Of Nelson Mandela's Life held at Hyde Park on June 27, 2008 in London, England. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Bloom and Kerr to wed Dec 1, 2008
Last Update: 11/30 4:34 pm. Model Miranda Kerr and actor Orlando Bloom arrive at the David Jones Marquee on Emirates Doncaster Day at the Royal Randwick Racecourse on April 26, 2008 in Sydney, Australia. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Box office celebrates "Four Christmases" Dec 1, 2008
Last Update: 11/30 6:19 pm. Actress Reese Witherspoon attends the premiere of Warner Bros' 'Four Christmases' at Grauman's Chinese Theatre on November 20, 2008 in Hollywood, California. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Ritchie planning New York pub venture Dec 1, 2008
Last Update: 11/30 9:37 am. Guy Ritchie attends a pre-production press conference for 'Sherlock Holmes', at the Freemasons Hall, on October 1, 2008 in London, England. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Moss explains scratched face Dec 1, 2008
Last Update: 11/30 9:39 am. Kate Moss in June 2007. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Guide to Online Security Dec 1, 2008
A person who uses programming skills to gain illegal access to a computer, network, or file. header. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Luxury living is still in style Dec 1, 2008
Alejandro Maya, owner of Sprocket Productions, says cable was a good venue for the show to begin with and allowed people to learn about the quality of the programming. However, he says it was always the program s goal to move to a better TV slot for the program. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Olympia students building robots for Lego League competition Dec 1, 2008
Each student had a specific job, and Logan Hawkers was programming. As he made a few changes to his teams robot, he admitted most of the time the robot doesnt do what he thinks he programmed it to do. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Ratings Declines Define Nov. Sweeps Dec 1, 2008
That traditionally has led broadcast networks to rely on programming stunts to boost viewership during those periods, such as airing Seinfelds backwards episode ... Sweeps are still important to the smaller markets who get [viewer] diaries four times a year, said Shari Anne Brill, senior vice president and director of programming at media buyer Carat ... The CWs relatively strong performance also factors in a clunker of a Sunday night with Media Rights Capitals low-rated (and... (TVweek.com)
Special Report Dec 1, 2008
From Idol to Interactivity, Music Programming Has Come a Long Way Since MTV Launched Music Video ... Since the beginning of TV, music programming has been an integral part of the success of the medium, from Your Hit Parade to American Bandstand, The Ed Sullivan Show and Soul Train, and finally to MTV, a network initially predicated on marketing music in short-form video bits 24/7 ... But its been more than two decades since MTVs launch, and todays music... (TVweek.com)
Fox Revs Up Idol Marketing Dec 1, 2008
Mike Darnell, Foxs president of alternative programming, said its too soon to offer specifics about the changes in the works. He did say, however, that Idol would be more intimate and more raw than last year. (TVweek.com)
Terms of Service Dec 1, 2008
provides users with access to a rich collection of resources, including without limitation various communications tools, forums, shopping services, search services, personalized content and branded programming through its network of properties which may be accessed through any various medium or device now known or hereafter developed (the "Yahoo! Services"). You also understand and agree that the Yahoo. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Top Italian Animation Studio Rainbow S.p.A. Sets Up Asian Headquarters in Singapore Dec 1, 2008
Thanks to the talent and creativity of its staff and its professional management, the company has successfully penetrated the highly competitive market of children's programming with original material, featuring fascinating characters and plots and contributing to the growth of the Group and an increase in turnover of over 150% in the three-year period from 2004 to 2006, with an Ebitda margin equal to about 68% of revenues. Today, the Rainbow Group is one of the leading independent cartoon... (JCN Network, Japan)
Comcast to raise rates on bundled services Dec 1, 2008
Byrd went on to say that though the company has been aggressive at controlling costs, Comcast expects continued increases in programming, "particularly in sports." Comcast says it still offers lower prices than its competitors. Note to Commenters: Valid Registration Required. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Students rise to Lego challenge Dec 1, 2008
Weeks spent programming the robot were a bit frustrating, the 13-year-old confessed: Twice, the robot lost all its missions and that happened just last night ... Lesley Buordolone, the St. James teacher responsible for the schools team, said the challenge lets students get really involved with robot building and programming. (St. Catharines Standard)
Sandy Ruby; launched Tech HiFi from MIT dorm room Nov 30, 2008
"At MIT, Mr. Ruby completed all of the requirements for a doctorate except writing a dissertation.He was tutoring Strohbeen when the pair got into the sound system business.In 1979, Mr. Ruby started the retail chain Computer City, but the stores were ahead of their time and closed before shoppers embraced personal computers.Mr. Ruby's first marriage, to Ruth Richards, ended in divorce.After Tech HiFi closed, Mr. Ruby returned to applied math and software.He wrote a top- selling spreadsheet... (Boston Globe)
New Tower Simulator for the PC Comes to North America Nov 30, 2008
The interface for "I am an Air Traffic Controller 3 - Tokyo Big Wing" is sheer programming genius. All instructions issued to computer generated pilots during gameplay is accomplished via the mouse, absolutely NO typing is required. (PR Newswire)
Downey Jr. knocked 'out cold' in "Sherlock" fight scene Nov 30, 2008
Last Update: 11/29 9:48 am. Actor Robert Downey Jr. attends 'Tropic Thunder' photocall at the Kursaal Palace during the 56th San Sebastian International Film Festival on September 20, 2008 in San Sebastian, Spain. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Hollywood bosses plan film of Moore's life Nov 30, 2008
Last Update: 11/29 9:42 am. Sir Roger Moore attends Barnes 5th Avenue to sign copies of his book 'My Word is My Bond' on November 7, 2008 in New York City. (WOKR13 Rochester)
O'Donnell variety show pulled Nov 30, 2008
Last Update: 11/29 9:45 am. Rosie O'Donnell arrives for the 'Night of Too Many Stars: An Overbooked Benefit for Autism Education' presented by Comedy Central at the Beacon Theatre on April 13, 2008 in New York City. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Cyber is the New Black For Local Shoppers Nov 30, 2008
Reported by: Ana Liss Email: Last Update: 11/29 10:39 pm. Many people like the convenience and discounts of online shopping. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Talk of the Town: I’ve got the leftover blues — I mean snooze! Nov 30, 2008
Moess served as a minister in the Green Valley Community Church for more than 22 years, where she maintained religious programming for children and ministered to the homebound in the community. For the past three years, Moess oversees the blessing of the animals at the Animal League of Green Valley. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
'Wheel' and 'Jeopardy!' are bigger than TV Nov 30, 2008
"'Wheel' and 'Jeopardy!' have now transcended what we traditionally call programming," says Harry Friedman, executive producer of both shows. "They are now a part of people's lifestyle.". (North County Times)
Spam on the Rise Again, Say Experts Nov 30, 2008
Receives and records new MPEG-4 AVC programming, including local and other HD channels not available on older receivers; dual-output mode for secondary TV; can record up to three HD shows simultaneously while playing back a fourth; 30-second commercial skip; exceedingly quick response time; well-designed, highly customizable interface; search function includes history; superb remote; impressive image quality; USB port enables connections to portable media players and external hard drives to... (Switched)
Thorpe moves to scuttle doping claims Nov 30, 2008
December 01, 2008 12:05am AEDT. IAN Thorpe has provided the country's drug testing agency with medical evidence in an attempt to clear his name of doping. (Yahoo News -- Swimming)
Intel rethinks Netbooks: 'Fine for an hour' but... Nov 30, 2008
Your destination for the latest news on enterprise-level information technology, from chip research and server design to software issues including programming, open source and patents. Click this link to view as XML.. (CNET News)
Kelso library director headed to Pullman Nov 30, 2008
I think that was directly impacted by the cost of gas, and families were looking for quality programming right in their back yard, de Rooy said. The state compiled statistics over several months this year to see how the economic downturn affected library use statewide. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Boards Picking Chairs Monday Nov 30, 2008
Picerno founded Southern Software, a Southern Pines-based computer programming company. No longer involved in day-to-day operations of the firm, he does continue to serve as chairman of the board. (The Pilot Newspaper)
'Tipping Point' author explores success Nov 30, 2008
Gates and Joy had access to computers at the dawn of the computer age and logged countless hours programming while still in their teens ... One of the mothers at the school arranged for the computer club to test software in exchange for free programming time ... "In his kind of rational way he looked back over his life ... and he listed one by one these extraordinary things that allowed him to master computer programming before anyone else in his generation.". (Erie Times-News, PA)
Ho-ho holiday viewing Nov 30, 2008
Perhaps this was merely a programming oversight that will be corrected ... Now, with religion-based holiday specials largely replaced by secular-themed Christmas programming -- with scores of cable channels to choose from -- finding the holiday spirit on TV might seem more challenging. (Erie Times-News, PA)
CTV cuts 105 positions Nov 30, 2008
However, the future of conventional local programming at all networks is up in the air after the CRTC's recent ruling that television broadcasters cannot charge cable and satellite companies for carrying their signals. That could prompt a rethink of how the networks organize their conventional programming, and thus affect staffing levels at local stations. (Globe and Mail)
Culture on the cheap Nov 29, 2008
Some companies also are deliberately programming "lighter" seasons hoping to counter recessional gloom. No one, so goes the thinking, has much stomach for tragedy on the stage after watching a bloodbath on the markets. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
CCID Consulting Discusses China's Medical Equipment Market Nov 29, 2008
Based on major areas of competitiveness: industrial resources, information technology and data channels, CCID Consulting provides customers with public policy establishment, industry competitiveness upgrading, development strategy and planning, marketing strategy and research, HR management, IT programming and management. CCID Consulting's customers range from industrial users in electronics, telecommunications, energy, finance, automobile, to government departments at all levels and diversified... (PR Newswire)
BBC limit warning Nov 29, 2008
Mr Phillips recommended using the iPlayer service instead if it was not vital to see live programming. The issue of download limits has raised its head at numerous times recently, with many consumers surprised that they did not have an unlimited access. (BCS)
Miller back with Getty? Nov 29, 2008
Miller back with Getty. Miller back with Getty. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Guns N' Roses demand Dr Pepper apology Nov 29, 2008
Last Update: 11/28 12:49 pm. Musician Axl Rose of the band Guns N' Roses, November 2006. (WOKR13 Rochester)
U2 music boss dies Nov 29, 2008
Last Update: 11/28 9:18 am. U2 band members (L-R) Adam Clayton, The Edge, Bono and Larry Mullen Jr attend the European Premiere of 'U2 3D' at Cineworld on February 20, 2008 in Dublin, Ireland. (WOKR13 Rochester)
