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Sites Vie for Position, Try to Generate Money

The turf war among video-sharing sites is on, with companies including YouTube.com competing with heavyweights such as Microsoft’s MSN service for visitors and advertising revenue.Becoming the first stop for the fickle hordes of Web video grazers could lead to a…

Daytime Emmys: Selected winners of the 33rd Annual Daytime Emmys

Drama Series Directing Team:“General Hospital” (ABC):Owen Renfroe, director; William Ludel, director; Joseph Behar, director; Scott McKinsey, director; Matthew Diamond, director; Christine Magarian, associate director; Ronald Cates, associate director; Penny Pengra, associate director; Peter Fillmore, associate director; R.C. Cates, associate director;…

‘Springer’ Hits 3,000: American Pie

The In-Your-Face Success of ‘The Jerry Springer Show’

‘Springer’ Hits 3,000: History & Highlights

1939A young Jewish couple, Richard and Margot Springer, flee Germany and the persecution of the Nazis.1944Margot gives birth to a son, Gerald Norman Springer, in London. 1949After saving their money and getting documentation, the Springers take the Queen Mary to…

‘Springer’ Hits 3,000: He’s Got Nothing to Worry About

While others may scream and wail about the antics on “The Jerry Springer Show,” executive producer Richard Dominick laughs. Nothing seems to bother him, except maybe losing a bet or two. In short, Mr. Dominick is a very successful producer…

ABC Tests On-Demand Links

A handful of ABC affiliates are taking part in a test that lets visitors to station Web sites access ABC’s site to watch shows free on-demand.For the five stations, the test may demonstrate whether they can benefit from the network’s…

Major Staff Cuts as Q Faces Hard Times

Improprieties Blamed for Lack of Funds

Daytime Emmys: ‘Ellen’ Repeats as ‘Light’ Shines

‘General Hospital’ Takes Top Drama Honor; ‘The View’ Shares Spotlight

AOL Slumps as Peers Surge

Q1 Income Declines Despite Online Giant’s Product Ramp-Up

Pod Position Battle Heats Up

A battle between buyers and some cable networks over whether it is commercials or promos that get the prized first position in commercial breaks might intensify during this year’s upfront.“We’re going to make pod positioning a very big nut for…