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How Cable Networks Speed Up Shows To Squeeze In More Ads

If you're still watching cable, it turns out that channels like TBS and TNT are now speeding up syndicated programs, classics films and other shows by as much as 7 percent. We hadn't noticed it much ourselves, but the trend was spotted by Snopes and others thanks to a YouTube user who compared the same programs aired now and several years ago. A Seinfeld episode that originally ran 25 minutes was nearly 22 after the process, letting the broadcaster fit in about six extra spots. As the WSJ pointed out, ads now run an average of 15.8 minutes per hour on cable, and one unnamed cable exec said that "it's a way to keep the revenue from going down as much as the ratings."

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Stringerbell3354d ago

Another reason to dump cable.

ajax173353d ago (Edited 3353d ago )

TBS is mostly terrible anyway. The only reason I ever watch that channel is for Conan, Seinfeld, and Family Guy.

SilentNegotiator3353d ago

I forgot that Everybody Loves Raymond had pre-title sequences until I watched through the series on Netflix. Networks just dump those sequences and usually the title sequence, too.

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Unleashing Potential: A Dive into ADAPT's Youth Programs

At ADAPT gym, our commitment to the community is reflected into three distinctive youth programs—ASAP (ADAPT Speed & Athletic Performance Training), ADAPT Kids, and the Youth Development Program (YDP)—meticulously designed to address the unique needs of various age groups while promoting holistic growth. Read along as ADAPT dives into three fitness programs, aimed to inspire young minds to not only become physically fit, but also equipped with the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to succeed in any pursuit.

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15 Tips & Settings to Get the Most Out of Vision Pro

Vision Pro is here and it’s a surprisingly capable device. Apple has also loaded the headset with a ton of options and features that aren’t obvious at first glance.

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Why Crypto Idealogues Won’t Touch Bitcoin ETFs

The arrival of spot bitcoin ETFs in the US offers easy access to the masses. Purists will steer clear.

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