Mrs Assad is a dual Syrian-British national, but the UK foreign secretary has previously said she would not be allowed to return to Britain.

"New Zealanders are free to carry dual passports, there are a number of New Zealanders who have their passports of other countries," Radio New Zealand reported Brown saying in November.

The company said it has plans to have a dual telecast in English and Spanish with studio shows and top-tier talent.

They have accused the dual UK-US nationals of exploiting women via an adult content business which allegedly operated as a criminal enterprise.

Lara Spencer is back on the air, and back on both feet, after undergoing dual surgeries.