TG4 See’s 10% Increase in Viewers During Lockdown
3.14m individuals or 72% of the Irish population watched TG4 during the Covid-19 lockdown period (12th March – 31st July 2020).
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Sky Sports to Launch Dedicated NFL Channel
Sky Sports and the NFL have agreed a new five-year deal to broadcast the NFL, and for the first time ever the league will partner with an international broadcaster to launch a channel dedicated to the sport.
Strong Audiences for TG4’s Fleadh 2020 Coverage
Global, Irish and Fleadh Cheoil communities celebrated a virtual fleadh in style with TG4 and Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann this month.
Claire Byrne Named as RTÉ Radio 1 ‘Today’ Host
Claire Byrne has been confirmed as the new presenter for RTÉ Radio 1's mid-morning, flagship Today programme, starting next Monday, 24th August.
Virgin Media’s Gigabit Broadband Goes Live in Ireland
Virgin Media Ireland has today switched on Gigabit Broadband services across its entire network, bringing lightning fast internet to homes and businesses in towns and cities across the country.
News Corp UK Donates £100,000 to UK and Irish Charities
News Corp has donated £100,000 to four UK and Irish charities that are focused on providing much needed services and support to communities struggling as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic.
Virigin Media Ireland Launches #BackingBusiness Initiative
Virgin Media Ireland has launched €1 Million support fund as part of its #BackingBusiness initiative to boost Irish businesses nationwide.
RTÉ Extends Today for Further Two Weeks
The eighth season of Today with Maura and Dáithí has been extended for two weeks, and will now remain on air on RTÉ One until Friday, June 5th.
Two Dublin Newspapers Close
Two newspapers in Dublin, the Northside People and Southside People have suddenly ceased operating with the loss of 17 jobs.