Barnes Foundation breaks ground in Philadelphia after years of bitter court battles
Barnes Foundation breaks ground in Philadelphia Comcast income up 22 pct but growth slows; investors awaiting details about NBC Universal deal
Comcast 3Q net income up 22 pct, but growth slows TV camera is moved back slightly a day after A-Rod’s drive at World Series
TV camera moved back slightly at World Series Boosted by NY Yankees, World Series television ratings jump to highest level since 2004
World Series TV ratings at highest level since ‘04 Wall Street’s loss is art lovers’ gain: Philadelphia auctioneer selling off Lehman’s art trove
Everything must go! Lehman Bros. art auctioned off Punk provocateur Malcolm McLaren gets ‘Shallow’ in a new exhibit in Philadelphia
Punk provocateur McLaren gets ‘Shallow’ in Philly Bon Jovi Tour Dates 2010
Comcast to roll out online access to cable TV shows by year’s endPHILADELPHIA — Comcast Corp. will give its subscribers online access to a slate of cable TV shows and movies by the end of the year. Singer Al Martino, who played Johnny Fontane in ‘The Godfather,’ dies in Pa. home at 82SPRINGFIELD, Pa. — Singer Al Martino, who played the Frank Sinatra-type role of Johnny Fontane in “The Godfather,” died Tuesday afternoon at his childhood home. He was 82. DJ Samantha RonsonDJ Samantha Ronson spins at Tavern on Broad Street. Steven Spielberg receives Liberty Medal in Philly for his artistic, humanitarian effortsPHILADELPHIA — Filmmaker Steven Spielberg has been honored in Philadelphia with the 2009 Liberty Medal for his artistic and humanitarian achievements. Barrymore Awards‘Barrymore Awards’ . The award recognizes artists for excellence and innovation while serving to increase awareness of the richness of the local theatre community.. Comcast looks to the future in bid for NBC Universal, but investors have mixed feelingsPHILADELPHIA — Years ago, Comcast Corp. CEO Brian Roberts was asked at a conference what kept him awake at night. His answer: A new technology that would severely hurt the cable TV business. AP sources confirm Comcast is in talks for a 20 percent to 50 percent stake in NBC UniversalPHILADELPHIA — Comcast Corp. might spend billions for a stake in NBC Universal, a deal that would transform the nation’s largest cable TV provider into one of the most prominent owners of TV shows, movies and other programming as well. Comcast shares dive on reports that cable TV operator is taking a stake in NBC UniversalPHILADELPHIA — Shares of Comcast Corp. are diving after reports surfaced that the nation’s largest cable TV provider is in talks to purchase a stake in NBC Universal. Artist’s series of 50 murals sends a message to West Philadelphia: P.S. I love youPHILADELPHIA — The heartfelt rooftop messages promise it all, from dinner and car fare to day care and everlasting love. But you have to read fast. Tony Danza begins teaching stint for Philadelphia-based reality TV showPHILADELPHIA — Class is officially in session for Tony Danza in Philadelphia. Technology brings long-lost NC Wyeth illustration out of hiding, in living colorPHILADELPHIA — Just beneath the surface of a painting of one of America’s best known artistic families lies a dark tale that had been hidden for decades. Paul Rudd Court rejects FCC rule to cap cable subscriber market share at 30 pct, handing Comcast victoryPHILADELPHIA — An appeals court on Friday overturned a rule that said a cable TV company could not serve more than 30 percent of the nation’s subscribers. The verdict was a victory for the largest cable company, Comcast Corp., which has 26 percent share and sued to block the rule. Philadelphia school leaders make Tony Danza their newest 10th-grade English teacherPHILADELPHIA — Just call him Mr. Danza. Review: Creating a virtual recipe box _ with postings to Facebook _ can be a snapPHILADELPHIA — For years, I have tucked away recipe cards of all shapes and sizes in nooks and crannies of my kitchen, determined that one day I would actually use them. Sadly, for many recipes, that day never came, partly because they were so disorganized. Owen WilsonOwen Wilson Yo, Teach! Tony Danza poised to head back to class in reality TV show at Philly high schoolPHILADELPHIA — Following stints as a sitcom star, talk show host and Broadway leading man, Tony Danza is going back to school — to teach. Who’s the Teacher? Philadelphia schools considering Tony Danza reality TV show proposalPHILADELPHIA — Yo, Philly students! Tony Danza might be teaching in a city high school this fall. NYC sightseeing flight, shore trip end in tragedy for families from Italy, PennsylvaniaBLUE BELL, Pa. —For an Italian family it was supposed to be a joyous occasion — the celebration of 25 years of marriage. For a Pennsylvania family, it was a flight to the New Jersey shore that included a passing view of one of the world’s most renowned skylines. Comcast 2Q profit soars 53 percent on higher revenue, but subscriber growth slowsPHILADELPHIA — Comcast is reporting a 53 percent increase in net income for the second quarter as more customers signed up for digital cable TV, Internet and phone services. Steven Spielberg to be awarded Philadelphia’s Liberty Medal for artistic, humanitarian effortsPHILADELPHIA — Filmmaker Steven Spielberg will be awarded Philadelphia’s 2009 Liberty Medal for his artistic and humanitarian achievements on Oct. 8. Correction: More Ads on TV storyPHILADELPHIA — In an Aug. 2 story about new forms of television advertising, The Associated Press erroneously reported, based on information from Cablevision Systems Corp., that viewers who tune into the Disney Video on Demand channel watch for an average 15 minutes. The cable company later said viewers spend an average seven to 10 minutes on the channel. Outdoor adventures in and near PhiladelphiaPHILADELPHIA — Visitors to Philadelphia need not limit their interests to Ben Franklin and the Liberty Bell. There are a host of outdoor adventures as well, from kayaking and biking in the city to a zipline tree canopy tour nearby. Comcast’s online video trial for cable subscribers grows to 23 networksPHILADELPHIA — Seventeen more cable TV networks said Tuesday they are joining an online video trial by Comcast Corp., a move that tacitly acknowledges advertising isn’t enough to support shows streamed over the Internet. HBO coming to the Internet: Time Warner, Comcast to start online video trialsPHILADELPHIA — Time Warner Inc. and Comcast Corp. on Wednesday took concrete steps to bring cable television shows to the Internet — but only for paying cable subscribers. Comcast to sell advertising for competitor Verizon FiOS TV in 10 marketsPHILADELPHIA — Setting aside their rivalry in the interests of business, Comcast Corp. said Wednesday it will sell advertising for Verizon Communications Inc.’s FiOS television service in 10 markets where they both compete. Rollins homer sparks Phillies in 7th, avoid 3-game sweep with 11-6 win over Red SoxPHILADELPHIA — Jimmy Rollins homered as part of a six-run seventh inning to help the Philadelphia Phillies bust the game open late, avoid a three-game sweep and beat the Boston Red Sox 11-6 on Sunday. AP source: Comcast reaches deal to move NBA TV to popular digital TV tierPHILADELPHIA — Comcast Corp. has reached a new seven-year agreement that will add the NBA TV channel to the cable TV operator’s most popular digital tier of service before the start of the next pro basketball season. |
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Popular Rock band Bon Jovi announced plans on Thursday for a new world tour in 2010-2011. The two-year tour begins Feb. 19 2010 in Seattle and includes a May 26 show at New Jersey’s new $1.6 billion Meadowlands football stadium, which will be home to the New York Giants and Jets. It will feature 135 shows in 30 countries. The first leg of the tour in 2010 covers USA and Canada.
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