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Roku Adds 5 More New Free Channels, Including Free CNN Content on Roku TVs & Roku Players
Roku has expanded its lineup of free streaming options by introducing five new channels to its platform, effective immediately. These additions enhance the variety available through The Roku Channel and other free sections, providing viewers with more choices in news, international content, lifestyle programming, and entertainment without any subscription fees. The new channels are accessible…
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Warner Bros. Discovery Announces It Will Restart Deal Talks With Paramount
In a significant development in the ongoing consolidation drama within the media industry, Warner Bros. Discovery has agreed to enter limited negotiations with Paramount Skydance following indications that the latter is prepared to increase its longstanding takeover proposal. The move comes amid Warner Bros. Discovery’s continued commitment to its existing merger agreement with Netflix, which…
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Remembering Robert Duvall: 7 Performances Every Fan Should Stream That Defined a Legend
Legendary actor Robert Duvall left a giant, quietly ferocious mark on American screen acting in a career spanning seven decades. An Oscar winner, a seven-time Academy Award nominee, and an actor whose small gestures often spoke louder than big speeches, Duvall died at age 95 on Sunday, February 15. “For each of his many roles,…
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What’s New This Week on Netflix for the Week of February 16, 2026
Looking for a little February Netflix fun? Here’s all the content dropping on the service for the next week. February 17 • Sommore: Chandelier Fly – Netflix Comedy Special • Star Search – Netflix Live Event February 18 • Being Gordon Ramsay – Netflix Documentary February 19 • Life After Beth • The Iron Claw…
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Peacock Streams 6.3 Billion Minutes as NBCUniversal Reaches 200M in “Legendary February”
This month has been a historic one for NBC Sports, with Peacock‘s live sports streaming reaching a massive audience. Citing Nielsen Big Data + Panel reach data and digital analytics, NBCU says 200 million viewers have watched the company’s “Legendary February” presentation, underscoring the streamer’s ability to handle live sports at scale. A few of…
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Final Week to Save 20% on Antennas for OTA TV Coverage of the Winter Olympics
As the 2026 Winter Olympics continue, cord cutters looking for alternatives to watch the Milan Cortina Winter Games can save on a new antenna. This is the final week of Antennas Direct’s sitewide 20% off sale when you use the promo code WINTER26 at checkout. The discount applies to antennas and accessories, so act fast…
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30 Years Ago Today: Happy Gilmore Was Released
On this day, we look back exactly 30 years to a pivotal moment in television and film history—though more accurately, in the annals of comedy and sports cinema. It was on February 16, 1996, that “Happy Gilmore,” the uproarious golf comedy starring Adam Sandler, hit theaters across the United States, forever changing how we view…
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Presidents, Power & Popcorn: Must-Stream Movies for Presidents’ Day
Presidents’ Day isn’t just about George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. It’s a chance to dive into the drama, triumphs, and scandals that come with the highest office in the land. From stirring biopics to sharp satires, Hollywood has long been fascinated by the people who’ve held the power…and sometimes those who pretended to. Whether you’re…
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What’s New This Week on Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN for the Week of February 16, 2026
Still eating that Valentine’s candy? What better way to enjoy it than with the Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN bundle? Here’s all the fresh content dropping on the big three. February 16 • Hulu: Beyblade X (Season 2B) (Disney XD) • ESPN: Men’s College Basketball: No. 7 Houston at No. 2 Iowa State (ESPN) – 9pm…
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MLB May Experience a Lockout in 2026 as Teams & Players Prepare for Contract Talks
As the clock ticks down on Major League Baseball’s current collective bargaining agreement, set to expire on December 1, 2026, the league’s owners are bracing for what could be a protracted labor standoff. With negotiations between team owners and the players’ union showing little progress, the specter of a lockout hangs over the sport, potentially…
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Apple Announces Special Event for March 4 in New York City, But No Apple TV is Expected
Apple has revealed plans for a new event to announce new products set for March 4, 2026, in New York City, marking what could be a long list of new products, but sadly not a new Apple TV if reports are to be believed. The event, scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Eastern Time, is…
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Global Outage: Streaming Services and Social Media Worldwide Go Down
Update: X and other services are now back online. In a major disruption to the digital landscape, many services are experienced a widespread outage early this morning, February 16, 2026, causing cascading failures across numerous online platforms. The incident, which began this morning, has left millions of users unable to access popular streaming services and…
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76 Years Ago : Cinderella First Premeired From Walt Disney
Exactly 76 years ago—a magical moment unfolded in TV history and cinema when Walt Disney’s animated masterpiece Cinderella premiered at a theater in Boston, Massachusetts. This enchanting film marked a pivotal turning point for the Walt Disney Studios, breathing new life into an animation house that had faced significant challenges in the post-World War II…
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Roku’s Voice Commands Are Getting Better & Here is A List Of Commands You Can Use
Roku’s voice command features have transformed the way users interact with their streaming devices, making navigation and control effortless in an era where smart home integration is standard. As of 2026, with ongoing updates, these commands allow for hands-free operation on compatible Roku TVs and players, streamlining everything from content discovery to device management. This…
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Streaming Services Are Raising Their Prices & Others Are Shutting Down – The Biggest Cord Cutting Stories Of The Past Week
The streaming industry experienced significant shifts last week, with developments highlighting ongoing consolidation, pricing pressures, and efforts to offer more tailored options for viewers. These stories underscore the challenges services face in retaining subscribers amid rising costs and competition. One of the most notable events involved the impending shutdown of a major Canadian streaming platform.…
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