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Here comes FOX News

by DavidAkin on Thu 18 Nov 2004 11:29 AM EST | Permanent Link | Cosmos

I can find no decision yet at the CRTC's site (Canada's federal broadcast regulator) but the Canadian cable television industry is already cheering a decision widely expected today that FOX News -- the (in)famous home of Bill O'Reilly and others -- can be carried on Canadian cable and satellite TV systems.
"Adding new services, such as FOX News, provides Canadians with a different perspective on world events," said Michael Hennessy, Canadian Cable Television Association president, in a statement. "FOX News Channel is a top-rated news service in the United States and is an excellent complement to the current Canadian digital line-up."
The CCTA notes that the new channel may not be available to viewers in all markets before the end of the year.
"Each cable company will need to make the necessary business arrangements," stated Mr. Hennessy. "We hope the process will be completed as quickly as possible."

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