TV

Women's sport draws record viewership in 2023

A record 46.7 million viewers in Britain tuned in to watch women's sport on TV in 2023, eclipsing 2019's mark by almost a million, according to research published by the Women's Sport Trust on Tuesday.

Our picks for high-end TVs to watch the Cricket World Cup

Whether you're cheering on your favourite team or simply enjoying the world-class cricket action, a high-end TV can make all the difference. If you are looking for a high-end TV to watch the much-hyped ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 tournament, here are some of the top premium options currently available in the local market.

Appreciating shows that take themselves too seriously

In recent years, many shows have lost the serious tone they once had.

Underrated animated movies and TV shows you should watch

Here is a list of some recent animated projects which many people may not have heard of but should definitely check out:

THE SHELF / Book adaptations to look forward to in 2023

The live-action rock series follows the rise of a rock band through the 1970s Los Angeles music scene as they embark on a quest for worldwide fame.

Ever wonder why Morocco is 'MAR' on TV coverage?

There may have been questions among the fans witnessing the Fifa World Cup over why Morocco are abbreviated as 'MAR' during TV coverage?

Tisha back to work, accompanied by her daughter

National Film Award-winning actress Nusrat Imrose Tisha is back to work after giving birth to her daughter Ilham Nusrat Farooki.

Squid Game: A scathing criticism and dark satire of capitalism

Hwang Dong-hyuk’s Squid Game, has a straightforward premise — a group of people, knee-deep in debt with nothing to lose, are offered the chance to risk their lives for an enormous cash prize.

The Evolution of Female Friendships in Media

Why does media pigeonhole female friendships as catty relationships?

November 18, 2016
November 18, 2016

Football: English Premier League sells China TV rights for around $700 million

The English Premier League has sold its television rights in China to streaming service PPTV for around $700 million, a source familiar with the matter said, several times the size of past deals as it cashes in on a growing enthusiasm for soccer.

July 16, 2016
July 16, 2016

Maradona TV series planned

Diego Maradona's larger-than-life exploits are coming to the small screen, producers say on Thursday.

July 11, 2016
July 11, 2016

Deplorable when sportsmen, artistes become victims of hate: Shoaib Akhtar

Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar, popularly known as 'Rawalpindi Express', says it is "unfortunate and deplorable" when they become victims of hate or crime.

June 12, 2016
June 12, 2016

Trailer: 'Stranger Things' stars Winona Ryder in 80s supernatural thriller

Strange things don't happen in the quiet American town of Hawkins, Indiana -- until they do in this trailer for Netflix's July 15 eight-episode series about a supernatural disappearance.

January 3, 2016
January 3, 2016

New 'The Walking Dead' mid-season trailer airs

"The Walking Dead" returns on February 14, 2016.

December 30, 2015
December 30, 2015

'The X-Files' promo video 'Re-Opened' released, 21 minutes long

Fox has released a 21-minute-long video called "Re-Opened", in which fans get a glimpse at each of the new episodes and those unfamiliar with the cult series can familiarise themselves with its history.

October 29, 2015
October 29, 2015

'Review system needs review' – Waqar Younis of Pakistan

Waqar Younis, the Pakistan coach, has criticised the inconsistency of the Decision Review System, and believes that the margin of doubt for Umpire's Call should be increased from 50 percent to 75 percent.

October 27, 2015
October 27, 2015

Turkish fishermen rescue 18-month-old Syrian refugee boy (video)

Two Turkish fishermen rescued and resuscitated a Syrian toddler they luckily found floating unconscious in the Aegean Sea.

October 26, 2015
October 26, 2015

Pakistan v England: Tourists question Wahab Riaz boot incident

England coach Trevor Bayliss is thought to have spoken to the match referee over Pakistan's Wahab Riaz using his foot rather than his hand to field the ball.

September 10, 2015
September 10, 2015

Sofia Vergara, Kaley Cuoco are TV's highest-paid actresses

"Modern Family" star Sofia Vergara and Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting of "The Big Bang Theory" fame have emerged as the highest earning television actresses.