Los Angeles - NBC Universal's (NYSE: GE) Sci Fi Channel pay-TV network announced on Friday that it will bring its Web series "Sanctuary" to TV, adding that it will figure as the first TV series to use live-action actors against mostly virtual sets, similar to the process used in movies like "Sin City" and "Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow." The series, created by Damian Kindler ("Stargate SG-1") and starring Amanda Tapping (also featured in Sci Fi's "Stargate" series), is slated to begin filming in March.

Marina del Rey, Calif. - CinemaNow, a provider of downloadable movies, TV shows and music videos, announced on Wednesday that it has signed licensing agreements with Sony BMG, EMI and Sanctuary Records to offer music videos and live concert videos on its WatchMusicHere.com site. The deal includes more than 6,000 videos, which will be available for purchase and download on the site.