Czech Television Council issues strong reprimand to Director General
Council criticizes severance payments, contract redactions, and public threats to cancel stations.
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Czech lawmakers debate public media funding as part of broader media legislation reform.
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Public broadcaster achieves record viewership across multiple channels while commercial competitors focus on prime time.
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Public broadcaster's budget drops to 2.36 billion CZK, as director warns it's the last year sustainable under current license fee. Wage freeze announced for 2025.
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StarDance finale attracted 1.8 million adult viewers with 55.5% audience share. Format remains strong in its 13th season with increased youth viewership.
Czech TV defends journalists against political attacks in parliament
Public broadcaster's management condemns personal attacks on news anchors during media law debate. Opposition leader criticized presidential debate moderator.
Czech public media funding reform faces delays and opposition hurdles
Government's plan to increase public broadcasting fees faces strong opposition in parliament. ANO and SPD parties signal potential shift to state budget funding after 2025.
Nova TV to reboot Superstar after four-year break
Nova TV and Markíza to co-produce a new season of the popular talent show.