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Sprout to Become Universal Kids in September 2017, Expanding Its Programming to Include Kids 6-11

Press release from NBCUniversal, May 1, 2017: NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment Lifestyle Networks President Frances Berwick announced today that Sprout, its preschool network, is rebranding to become Universal Kids. Universal Kids will continue to be the premier source for preschool programming…

‘Live With Kelly and Ryan’ Debuts Today, as Ryan Seacrest Joins Kelly Ripa as ‘Live’s’ New Permanent Co-Host

Press release from Disney-ABC, May 1, 2017: A new era in daytime television began today when Kelly Ripa introduced the permanent co-host joining her on the top-rated, Emmy-winning “Live” franchise: veteran broadcaster RYAN SEACREST is the new co-host of the…

Showtime Sets Summer Premiere Dates for Hit Series ‘Ray Donovan’ and ‘Episodes’

Press release from Showtime, April 28, 2017: SHOWTIME has announced the summer premiere dates for two of its hit series: Season five of RAY DONOVAN will debut Sunday, August 6 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, and EPISODES will return for its…

Paramount Television and Anonymous Content Option Rights to Anne Rice’s Best-Selling Series ‘The Vampire Chronicles’

Press release from Paramount Television and Anonymous Content, April 28, 2017: Paramount Television and Anonymous Content have optioned the rights to 11 books from acclaimed author Anne Rice’s best-selling series, “The Vampire Chronicles.” Christopher Rice, four-time New York Times Bestselling®…

British Comedic Legend Tommy Maitland to Host ABC’s Irreverent Talent Competition ‘The Gong Show’

Press release from ABC, April 28, 2017: British comedic legend Tommy Maitland has been announced to host ABC’s irreverent talent show competition “The Gong Show,” which premieres on THURSDAY, JUNE 22 at 10:00 p.m. EDT. The show is executive produced…

Total Eclipse of the Sun to Be Commemorated on a Forever Stamp

Press release from the U.S. Postal Service, April 27, 2017: The Postal Service will soon release a first-of-its-kind stamp that changes when you touch it. The Total Solar Eclipse Forever stamp, which commemorates the August 21 eclipse, transforms into an…

National Geographic’s New Six-Part Series ‘Year Million’ Paints a Stunning Picture of Life in the Deep Future

Press release from National Geographic, April 27, 2017: From the moment our ancestors smashed two rocks together to forge the first tool, technology and imagination have propelled humanity forward. But now, technology has the power to shape a future beyond…

Bravo Media Expands Unscripted Programming Slate with Six New and 18 Returning Series

Press release from Bravo, April 27, 2017: Leading the way in high quality unscripted programming, Bravo Media unveils a diversified slate of six new and 18 returning unscripted series, it was announced today by Jerry Leo, Executive Vice President, Program…

The NBCU Content Studio and Broadway Video Partner to Create a First-to-Market Exclusive Original Comedy Offering for Brand Marketers

Press release from NBCU, April 27, 2017: The NBCU Content Studio, NBCUniversal’s newly created home for original brand storytelling, and Broadway Video today announced a new advertiser offering that enables marketers access to an always-on team of writers, directors, and…

AT&T AdWorks Unveils New State-Of-The-Art Media Lab

Press release from AT&T, April 26, 2017: AT&T AdWorks announced today the opening of its Media Lab, a new interactive space designed to inspire marketers and bring our unique advertising capabilities to life. The new AT&T AdWorks Lab shows the…