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The Internet Advertising Bureau (IAB) has released updated best practice guidelines for online video advertising.The new guidelines have been produced by the IAB’s Video Council, which comprises broadcasters, publishers, agencies and networks.The council has also launched an educational online resource www.iabuk.net/video and handbook which take practitioners through the process in running an effective video advertising… Continue reading IAB updates video advertising best practice guidelines

Kent Messenger has revamped the eight titles in its free Extra series and plans to trial user-generated content in the Canterbury edition in a bid to push its paid-for titles.The regional publisher has redesigned the Extra series, which include the Ashford Extra, Canterbury Extra, Folkestone & Dover Extra, Gravesend, Dartford & Swanley Extra, Maidstone Extra,… Continue reading Kent Messenger revamps its Extra series

BBC’s high definition television programmes will now be available to Virgin Media subscribers via the iPlayer.The two broadcasters have signed a deal to make high-definition content available, including popular BBC shows such as Robin Hood and Friday Night with Jonathan Ross, to subscribers who have the requisition set-top box and a HD-ready television.Virgin Media already… Continue reading BBC and Virgin sign new HD deal

The Apprentice pulled in more than 8 million peak viewers last night, securing the highest ratings throughout the all-important 9pm to 10pm slot.Over 7.4 million average viewers tuned in to see the candidates reach the half way mark in the contest to win a job with Sir Alan Sugar, banking a high 30.5% audience share… Continue reading The Apprentice attracts a high of 8m viewers

BBC Magazines is set to close its 11-year-old monthly title Good Homes due to a drop in its circulation.The 17 members of staff at the magazine were told of the BBC’s plan earlier this morning and have now entered a month-long consultation with the corporation’s commercial arm.BBC Magazines said the July issue of Good Homes… Continue reading BBC Good Homes magazine set to close

BSkyB has reported a 7% year on year increase in adjusted revenues to £3.96 billion for the nine months ending March 31, helped by the addition of 80,000 new customers in the first quarter.The satellite broadcaster’s pre-tax profit for the period hit £339 million, up from £20 million in 2008, although profits were slightly distorted… Continue reading BSkyB adds 80,000 new customers despite downturn

Future Publishing is revamping its flagship computer game title PC Gamer following the title’s 200th issue published earlier this month.The new look will give the magazine a refreshed logo and a new layout, as well as an increased focus on features.It will go on sale on 7 May with a cover price of £5.99.The latest… Continue reading PC Gamer gets revamp

UKTV’s Home channel rebrand is set to launch at the end of the month with a new website to give interior design advice to DIY enthusiasts.The idents for the channel run with the strap line – ‘There’s no place like it’ – alongside a through-the-key-hole theme.The four idents, which have been designed by Red Bee… Continue reading UKTV set for Home channel launch

Independent News & Media has failed to reach a deal with bondholders over a €200 million bond and has reported a full-year pre-tax loss of €161.4 million for 2008.INM had previously warned that its failure to agree a deal over the bond means there is “a material uncertainty which may cast significant doubt on the… Continue reading INM reports €161.4m loss

Independent News & Media has reported a full-year pre-tax loss of €161.4 million for 2008. INM has also failed to reach a deal with bondholders over a €200 million bond having previously warned that its failure to agree a deal means there is “a material uncertainty which may cast significant doubt on the group’s and… Continue reading Independent News & Media reports €161.4m loss