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Apple Misstep? Would Jobs Have Let This Happen? Company Debuts New iPad, but Doesn’t Have a Name for It Other Than ‘New iPad’

The Apple police were all aTwitter yesterday, complaining that Apple’s latest iteration of its popular iPad doesn’t appear to have a name other than "new iPad," CNN reports. According to the story, "At the pep rally where Apple debuted its…

NBC Adds More of ‘The Voice’ to Prime-Time Schedule, Tweaks Plans for Other Reality Shows

NBC’s hit singing competition "The Voice" will have a higher profile on the network starting next month, when the show expands to two nights, reports B&C. The show will add one-hour live elimination rounds starting Tuesday, April 3, with the…

Another Top Executive Leaving Cablevision

Cablevision marketing EVP Jonathan Hargis is exiting the company this month, Deadline.com reports. He first arrived at Cablevision in 2000. The move follows the departure of respected Chief Operating Officer Tom Rutledge, the story notes, and again raises questions about…

Election Spending Expected to Far Outpace 2008

With Super PACs fueling advertising spending, the 2012 election cycle could bring in a total of $9.8 billion, up from $7 billion in 2008, reports Advertising Age, citing a study from research firm Borrell Associates. Cable television will be the…

Does Quick Title Change for Online Exec Mean Company Plans Move Into Original Programming?

Online companies including Netflix, YouTube and Hulu have been positioning themselves to cash in on original programming, and they may have company soon in the form of a major competitor: Amazon. It’s just speculation at this point, and it’s been…

‘Idol’ Taps Famous Fashion Designer — You Might Be Wearing Him Now — as Image Adviser

A fashion designer who has become a household name is joining Fox’s “American Idol” as its image adviser, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Tommy Hilfiger will provide style tips to contestants on the singing show starting next week, the story…

Cable Net Cancels Controversial Reality Show

A reality show that ignited a nationwide controversy has been canceled by its cable network, the Detroit Free Press reports. The show is TLC’s “All-American Muslim,” which won’t be back for season two. TLC reportedly told cast members that ratings…

Attorneys for TV Chef Lash Out at Lawsuit Alleging Racism, Sexual Harassment and Violence

Attorneys for a well-known TV chef issued a response to allegations of racist behavior, sexual harassment, infliction of emotional distress and assault contained in a lawsuit, EW.com reports. The suit against Paula Deen was filed by Lisa Jackson, the former…

Why the Surviving Monkees Will Skip Davy Jones’ Funeral

The three surviving members of the 1960s pop band the Monkees have decided not to attend the funeral of Davy Jones, the AP reports. Jones, one of the four original Monkees, died of a heart attack late last month, as…

Fox’s ‘New Girl’ Is Bright Spot in Tuesday Ratings

With CBS serving up reruns Tuesday night, Fox’s comedy "The New Girl" was the top show overall in the key 18-49 demo, TVbytheNumbers.com reports. “New Girl” pulled in a 3.0 average rating in viewers 18-49, equaling its previous original episode….