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Vargas, Woodruff Selected to Anchor ABC’s ‘World News’

Elizabeth Vargas and Bob Woodruff on Monday were officially named co-anchors of ABC News’ “World News Tonight.” The pairing, reported Oct. 3 in TVWeek, will debut Jan. 3. ABC News said it is expanding “World News Tonight” with a live…

Liberty Media Buying Provide Commerce

In bid to beef up its e-commerce strategy, John Malone’s Liberty Media said Monday that it is purchasing online retailer Provide Commerce for $477 million in cash.The transaction is expected to close sometime next year. Liberty’s e-commerce presence includes, among…

Mitchell to Remain on Disney Board Through 2006

The Walt Disney Co.’s non-executive chairman, George Mitchell, will stay in the position until the end of 2006 to allow more time to find his replacement, the media giant said late Friday.Mr. Mitchell had been expected to step down early…

Admen Already Out Front of the Upfront

Complicated Deals Involving Emerging Media Need Longer Lead Time

Tapping the Power of Storytelling

Strategic Teasing Can Help Capitalize on Human Nature, Put the Brand in Control of the Conversation

NBC’s Olympics 80 Percent Sold

Affils to Air Localized ‘Zone’ in Access

Scripps in the Niche

Moves Into Internet Programming With HGTVkitchendesign

Watch! An Early Glimpse

Coming soon to a newsstand near you, dear readers, is a new entry in the celebrity magazine category. It’s titled Watch! It’s from CBS. It’s all (and only) about CBS personalities. It’s going to be given away for free at…

Study: Spot and TV Better Than $1 Fee

Consumers Prefer to Watch Shows With Ads If Free

Senator Urges Uniformity in Content Ratings

Stevens Wants Voluntary Pact