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[10/18/10 - 11:01 PM]
MTV Announces Bon Jovi Will Receive Global Icon Award at MTV EMA 2010
"There's no question that Bon Jovi has achieved iconic status across the globe," said MTV's Bruce Gillmer.

[10/18/10 - 06:37 PM]
Development Update: Monday, October 18
Updates include: ABC cuts "V" to 10 episodes; USA may revive WWE's "Tough Enough"; and Comedy Central cancels "Important Things With Demetri Martin."

[10/18/10 - 03:03 PM]
Friday's Cable Ratings: ALCS Opens With TBS on Top
Plus: Syfy's "WWE Smackdown" takes second among adults 18-49.

[10/18/10 - 02:44 PM]
Syfy's "Sanctuary" Soars in Season Three Premiere, Up 17 Percent in Total Viewers
Syfy spins the numbers for Friday, October 15.

[10/18/10 - 02:40 PM]
NBC Orders Full-Season Pickups for New Series "The Event," "Law & Order: Los Angeles" and "Outsourced"
"We believe in these new series and the creative auspices behind them," said Angela Bromstad.

[10/18/10 - 12:33 PM]
Superstars, Sci-Fi and Superheroes Unite at Spike TV's 'Scream 2010'
Christopher Nolan, Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively and Bill Murray were among the attendees.

[10/18/10 - 12:28 PM]
Roma Downey and Marion Ross Star in 'Randall Reunion Races,' A Hallmark Channel Original Movie Currently in Production
Kayla Ewell and Thad Luckinbill also star in the project, which is slated to have its world premiere in 2011.

[10/18/10 - 12:04 PM]
Country's Biggest Stars Celebrate the Holidays With "CMA Country Christmas"
The 90-minute special airs Monday, November 29 at 9:30/8:30c on ABC.

[10/18/10 - 12:03 PM]
Sheryl Crow and Miranda Lambert to Perform Tribute to Loretta Lynn on "The 44th Annual CMA Awards"
Said event, as previously announced, airs Wednesday, November 10 at 8:00/7:00c.

[10/18/10 - 11:57 AM]
Exclusive: A&E to Bow "Ghost Prophecies" on November 28
Plus: look for the special "Paranormal State: The New Class" on Sunday, November 21.

[10/18/10 - 11:56 AM]
"Live Coco Cam" Gives Conan O'Brien Fans Live 24-Hour Peephole into Team Coco Offices on Wednesday, Oct. 20 at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET
This special live video feed will capture 24 hours behind the scenes at Team Coco HQ.

[10/18/10 - 10:47 AM]
"Parenthood" Delivers Biggest Percentage Increase from Live+SD to Live+7 in Week 2
NBC further spins the numbers for the week of September 27-October 3.

[10/18/10 - 10:13 AM]
"Scooby-Doo! Curse of the Lake Monster" Scorches All Kids' Competition As Cartoon Network's #1 Telecast of the Year
Cartoon Network spins the numbers for Saturday, October 16.

[10/18/10 - 10:12 AM]
Sony Movie Channel Launches on DISH Network, DIRECTV and AT&T U-verse TV
Programming is selected from more than 3,500 Sony Pictures films, which collectively have received 184 Academy Awards.

[10/18/10 - 10:03 AM]
"Hawaii Five-0" and "The Mentalist" Are the Most Played-Back Shows for the Second Consecutive Week
CBS further spins the numbers for the week of September 27-October 3.

[10/18/10 - 09:42 AM]
CBS Orders Script Development for Investigative Drama to Be Written by Charles Murray and Based on "The Pawn" from Author Steven James' Bestselling Novels
The drama follows FBI agent Patrick Bowers "as he uses geospatial investigative techniques to track high profile crimes."

[10/18/10 - 09:29 AM]
ABC's Grey's and Modern Family are TV's Top 18-49 Gainers via DVR
ABC further spins the numbers for the week of September 27-October 3.

[10/18/10 - 09:25 AM]
ABC's Builds its Sunday Audience
ABC spins the numbers for Sunday, October 17.

[10/18/10 - 09:10 AM]
Sunday's Broadcast Ratings: NFL Overcomes MLB
NBC's coverage of "Sunday Night Football" coasts past Game 2 of the NLCS on FOX.

[10/18/10 - 09:02 AM]
The Fans Determine It All for "People's Choice Awards 2011!" Voting Begins Today to Pick Nominees at PeoplesChoice.com
The 2011 ceremony will be broadcast Wednesday, January 5 at 9:00/8:00c on CBS.

[10/18/10 - 08:59 AM]
HBO Documentary "Wartorn: 1861-2010," Exploring Combat and Post-Traumatic Stress, Debuts on Veterans Day, Nov. 11
James Gandolfini executive produced the film, from directors Jon Alpert and Ellen Goosenberg Kent.

[10/18/10 - 08:41 AM]
Multi-Award Winning R&B Sensation R. Kelly Kicks Off the Most Soulful Night in Entertainment at the "Soul Train Awards" on Sunday, November 28 at 9:00 PM*
Ne-Yo, Erykah Badu, Rick Ross, Keyshia Cole and Cee-Lo are among those set to perform.

[10/18/10 - 08:10 AM]
CMT's First Sitcom "Working Class" Starring Melissa Peterman Announces Cast and Begins Production
Ed Asner, Steve Kazee, Patrick Fabian, Lachlan Buchahan, Courtney Merritt and Cameron Castaneda also star in the series, due in January.

[10/18/10 - 07:56 AM]
"Sunday Night Football" Scores Best Primetime Overnight vs. MLB LCS in 13 Years
NBC spins the numbers for Sunday, October 17.

[10/18/10 - 07:46 AM]
Showtime Launches First Ever Preview App Giving Non-Subscribers Access to the Network With a Click of the Remote
Said offerings will, among other features, allow viewers to sample on-demand free episodes of the network's series.

[10/18/10 - 07:17 AM]
USA Network and The Moth Launch Characters Unite National Tour
The multi-platform public service campaign is designed "to combat prejudice and discrimination, into communities and schools across the country."

[10/18/10 - 07:04 AM]
Nominees Announced for Inaugural "American Country Awards" Airing Live Monday, December 6, on FOX
Lady Antebellum and newcomer Easton Corbin top the list with seven nominations each.

[10/18/10 - 07:02 AM]
3D Joint Venture of Sony, Discovery Communications and IMAX Announces First Wave of Programming
Said lineup includes original series as well as several partner program acquisitions.

[10/18/10 - 07:01 AM]
President Obama Announces Walk-On Role on Discovery Channel's "Mythbusters," Which Premieres December 8 at 9PM ET/PT
Said installment will ask: "Did Greek scientist and polymath Archimedes set fire to an invading Roman fleet using only mirrors and the reflected rays of the sun?"

[10/18/10 - 07:00 AM]
TLC Rides Through the Streets of Philadelphia in New Series "Wreck Chasers"
The six-part series launches on Thursday, October 28 at 10:00/9:00c.

[10/18/10 - 06:39 AM]
Jason Lee to Rock on "Raising Hope"
The former "My Name Is Earl" star will play "a washed-up rock star who is hired as the lead act at 'Grocery-Palooza.'"

[10/17/10 - 03:01 PM]
American Idol Still Boasts Most Expensive Ads, Even without Simon Cowell
The FOX juggernaut demands $467,617 for each 30-second spot.

[10/17/10 - 09:37 AM]
Saturday's Broadcast Ratings: FOX Opens NLCS With Victory
Game 1 however is down 37% in total viewers and 39% in adults 18-49 from its MLB coverage a year ago.

[10/16/10 - 11:03 AM]
TBS' Exclusive Coverage of Yankees @ Rangers Delivers Most Watched Major League Baseball League Championship Series Game #1 in Cable Television History
TBS spins the numbers for Friday, October 15.

[10/16/10 - 09:09 AM]
Friday's Broadcast Ratings: "Smallville" Posts Rare Time Period Win
The show's 200th episode puts The CW in front at 8:00/7:00c among adults 18-49 and second place for the night.

[10/15/10 - 06:11 PM]
Development Update: Friday, October 15
Updates include: ABC closes "The Gates"; CBS to develop "Dear Girls Above Me"; and Topher Grace to produce a new project for FOX.

[10/15/10 - 03:48 PM]
Thursday's Cable Ratings: Another Thursday, Another "Shore" Win
MTV's "Jersey Shore" wins the total viewers, adults 18-49 crowns yet again.

[10/15/10 - 01:03 PM]
Cartoon Network Announces Executive Producer Team for Broadcast Awards Event "Cartoon Network Hall of Game Awards"
The event is billed as "a high-energy, multi-platform experience that will let viewers vote and honor their favorite sports stars and sports moments of the year."

[10/15/10 - 12:59 PM]
USA Network's "Psych" Marks "Twin Peaks" 20th Anniversary With A 'Damn Fine' Tribute Episode on Wednesday, December 1
Said installment will feature series alums Sherilyn Fenn, Sheryl Lee, Dana Ashbrook, Ray Wise, Robyn Lively, Lenny Von Dohlen and Catherine Coulson.

[10/15/10 - 11:55 AM]
Jay Leno and Jimmy Fallon Deliver #1 Ratings for the Late-Night Week of Oct. 4-8
NBC spins the late-night numbers for the week of October 4-8.

[10/15/10 - 11:02 AM]
ABC Books "No Ordinary Family" Stunt, Piles on the Specials
Plus: "Wipeout" to return Thursday, January 6 and "The Bachelor" to run through Monday, March 14.

[10/15/10 - 10:14 AM]
Season Two of "V" Will Premiere January 4, 2011, on ABC
The show's sophomore season will air Tuesday nights at 9:00/8:00c.

[10/15/10 - 10:13 AM]
ABC Announces "Skating With the Stars," Produced by BBC Worldwide Productions
The six-episode reality competition will premiere Monday, November 22 following "Dancing With the Stars."

[10/15/10 - 10:03 AM]
ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live's" Week of Repeats is Up Over its Year-Ago Week of Originals
ABC spins the late-night numbers for the week of October 4-8.

[10/15/10 - 09:28 AM]
"Late Show" Matches "The Tonight Show" in Adults 18-49 for the First Time This Season and Wins in Adults 25-54
CBS spins the late-night numbers for the week of October 4-8.

[10/15/10 - 09:23 AM]
"Bleep," "CSI" and "Mentalist" All Post Gains; CBS Wins Thursday
CBS spins the numbers for Thursday, October 14.

[10/15/10 - 08:47 AM]
Thursday's Broadcast Ratings: CBS Holds Off ABC, NBC
Plus: "30 Rock's" live episode posts its best 18-49 numbers since December of last year.

[10/15/10 - 08:39 AM]
Private Practice Marks Best-Since-Premiere Results
ABC spins the numbers for Thursday, October 14.

[10/15/10 - 04:01 AM]
There are No Ties in Hip Hop!! BET Names the "Top 10 Rappers of the 21st Century" Friday Night, October 15 at 8 P.M.*
Big Tigger hosts the special, the finalists of which were based on votes by 30,000 viewers and fans.

[10/15/10 - 01:21 AM]
Video: A Few Minutes With... "Smallville's" Tom Welling at the 200th Episode Premiere
Check out the cast and crew of the series on the red carpet for the episode's world premiere.







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