16 Across

NYT Daily • August 20, 2025

Switch to a newsperson on the scene, say

Answer:

GOLIVE

Hint:

Think of what a broadcast team might shout when cutting to real-time coverage from the field.

Explanation:

This clue plays on the phrase "go live," which means to start broadcasting in real time—something a newsperson on the scene would do. The word "switch" hints at changing or activating something, reinforcing the idea of transitioning to a live feed. "GOLIVE" is written as one word here, which is common in crosswords for short phrases.

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