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Big changes at ABC News

ABC News president David Westin announced major cutbacks this week that could affect as much as 25% of the news  division’s workforce. The network will also be utilizing so-called one-man bands, reporters who shoot, write and edit their own material. What will the impact be on the news product?

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NBC competes with its Boston affiliate, WHDH

NBC is apparently looking to start an NBC Boston local news web site that would compete with its own affiliate in the market, WHDH. NBC is already hearing from affiliates claiming the move to air Jay Leno at 10PM has undermined the ratings of local newscasts at 11PM.

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The Neda video becomes a symbol of Iran's unrest

The gruesome death of a woman is caught on video and quickly become a symbol of Iran's protest. But networks disagreed over how much of the graphic video to be broadcast.

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