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RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Mar 14

Two channels prepare to stream directly to Freeview and Freely users
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Two more channels prepare to stream on Freeview - RXTV

Ofcom has this week issued new broadcasting licences for two standalone hybrid streaming services.

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Mar 13

State of the art studio set launched in 2023 could end up unused for most of the day as BBC outlines plan to cut back on TV sports news bulletins
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BBC culls TV sports news bulletins - RXTV

Two years after the merger of the BBC's two news channels, the BBC is axing much of its UK-specific sports news provision.

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Mar 13

Majority want Freeview saved from the axe, according to new research
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Majority want Freeview TV protected from axe - RXTV

Amidst renewed uncertainty for the UK's digital terrestrial television service, better known as Freeview, new research shows widespread support

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Mar 4

Meet the losers: the sports channels that are no longer on air in the tough (and expensive) world of sports broadcasting
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The losers: the Sports Channels that are no longer on air - RXTV

Many broadcasters have and tried and failed to challenge Sky's dominance of sports broadcasting since the 1990s.

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Mar 4

That's TV confirms it will seek to renew all of its local TV licences, but warns of extra costs of broadcasting on Freeview

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Local TV operator That's TV confirms Freeview channel renewal bid - RXTV

The UK's largest operator of local TV services says it is applying to renew all of its licences allowing it to keep its channels on air this year.

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 21

Sky confirms changes to channel line-up caused by closure of Eurosport
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Sky confirms how Eurosport axe will affect channel line-up - RXTV

Eurosport will be demoted on Sky satellite during its last day on air in the UK and Ireland, as channels are reshuffled.

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 20

Prime Video begins streaming live Ligue 1 French football on Saturday

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French Ligue 1 football arrives on Prime Video - RXTV

Prime Video is adding live coverage of Ligue 1 games from this weekend for viewers in the UK. No Prime Membership is required to watch the

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 20

Why is my internet connected Freeview or Freely TV missing streaming channels?

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Why is my internet connected Freeview or Freely TV missing streaming channels? - RXTV

Smart TV users miss out on Freeview or Freely streaming channels, even though they are connected to the internet and their TV supports

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 19

Minor Freeview changes today
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Freeview Updates - RXTV

Keep up-to-date with the latest Freeview channel updates with an overview of the latest changes and retune events.

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 18

UKTV upgrades satellite signal
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UKTV upgrades Sky and Freesat signal - RXTV

The broadcaster behind TV channels including U&Dave, U&W and U&Yesterday has made a change to its satellite signal today.

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 16

What's the future for Freeview's local channels?

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What's the future for Freeview local TV? - RXTV

Current local TV operators face a year of regulatory scrutiny to determine if they're fit to operate a service on Freeview for another decade.

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 16

The BBC will show three games, ITV four games from the FA Cup fifth round
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Fifth round FA Cup coverage on BBC and ITV confirmed - RXTV

ITV will screen four games in the fifth round of the FA Cup, with the BBC picking up coverage of three games.

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 16

Two Freeview streaming channels combine in new home
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Freeview streaming channels combine in new home - RXTV

E-gaming channel GINX and extreme sports channel Extreme have relaunched on Freeview via the Channelbox streaming portal,

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 11

Rakuten TV streaming service offers Valentine's specials

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Rakuten TV streaming service offers Valentine's specials - RXTV

Rakuten TV promises to becomes the perfect destination for lovers of romantic cinema with a selection of films that ...

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 11

Ofcom consults on new TV prominence rules

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Ofcom consults on new TV prominence rules - RXTV

The new Media Act means broadcasters can deliver some of their public service content via streaming services instead of on traditional

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 11

Two new Sky Glass TVs are coming...
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Sky unveils next generation Sky Glass TVs - RXTV

Four years after the original Sky Glass TV was launched, Sky has unveiled its second generation TV, plus plans for another new device

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 6

Channels including Blaze will remain on Sky's satellite and streaming platforms
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Hearst channels to remain on Sky - RXTV

Hearst Networks has signed a deal that will keep its channels, some already operated as a joint venture with Sky, on satellite and streaming services. Sky will continue to offer viewers access to Hear...

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 4

Opening night of Premier League Darts 2025 season, featuring Luke Littler, to be shown live on free-to-air TV
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Sky to screen live Darts on Freeview - RXTV

Sky TV coverage of the opening night of the 2025 Darts Premier League season, featuring Luke Littler, will be made available on Freeview

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 4

ITV1 making major primetime change in 2026

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ITV1 making major primetime change in 2026 - RXTV

Commercial broadcaster changing times of two of its most popular shows to make them more streaming-friendly.

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 4

Sky remains the home of PDC darts until 2030

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Sky remains home of darts until 2030 - RXTV

Sky Sports will exclusively broadcast over 60 days of live coverage from the biggest darts tournaments each year until at least 2030.

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 4

Sky hikes prices by double the rate of inflation.

Find out who can exit penalty free:
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Sky hikes prices by double the rate of inflation - RXTV

From April, Sky's TV and broadband customers can expect to pay more for their services. But unlike other companies, some of Sky's customers...

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 3

STV reintroduces Shortland Street back to UK screens...

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STV reintroduces Shortland Street to UK screens - RXTV

The New Zealand-based medical soap was periodically available on UK TV two decades ago. STV has added the soap to its streaming service

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 3

More Brits put up with ads on Netflix

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More Brits Put up with Ads on Netflix - RXTV

Latest ratings data covering the three months up to the end of 2024 show fewer homes had a Netflix subscription and more homes

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 3

Local TV operator That's TV found in breach of licence conditions yet again...
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Local TV operator That's TV found in breach... again - RXTV

Broadcast regulator Ofcom says That's TV did not respond to its requests for information about the service it provides.

RXTV @rxtv.bsky.social · Feb 3

Sneaky withdrawal of BBC Red Button service gathers pace as more devices stop supporting it

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Sneaky withdrawal of BBC Red Button Text gathers pace - RXTV

There was an uproar when the BBC originally proposed to close its digital text service. Its closure now comes via the back door.