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Paramount and Skydance Merger is Approved by the FCC
The FCC has approved the transfer of Paramount Global’s broadcast licenses to Skydance Media, clearing the way for the $8 billion acquisition of Paramount by Skydance. Plans for the acquisition were shared in June 2024, but those plans quickly fell apart. The companies picked up the discussion again and in July 2024, the boards of…
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FOX Nation Ropes in “Real American Freestyle” Wrestling as Hulk Hogan’s Vision Lives On
The wrestling world lost one of its biggest stars when Terry Gene “Hulk Hogan” Bollea passed away at his home in Clearwater, Florida at the age of 71. As tributes pour in, Hogan’s legacy is celebrated through the very venture he helped create, Real American Freestyle (RAF), which is now set to debut on FOX Nation…
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Peacock Renews Days of Our Lives for 2 More Seasons
After recently being nominated for 13 Daytime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Daytime Drama Series, the long running soap opera Days of Our Lives has been picked up by Peacock for seasons 62 and 63. Peacock will continue to be the exclusive streaming home of Days of Our Lives, giving fans of the daytime series access…
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MeTV Toons Will Throw a 24-Hour Birthday Bash for Bugs Bunny’s 85th
MeTV Toons is rolling out the carrot cake for an all-day cartoon marathon honoring Bugs Bunny’s 85th birthday. On Sunday, July 27, the classic animation network will celebrate everyone’s favorite wise-cracking rabbit with a 24-hour “Bugs Bunny’s Birthday Bash” starting at 6am ET/PT. The event airs exclusively on MeTV Toons, the only U.S. television network…
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DIRECTV Adds Another Channel to Its MyEntertainment Genre Pack
DIRECTV continues building its genre packs. This week, the streamer added another new channel to its MyEntertainment pack – lifestyle and entertainment channel CLEO TV. Launched in January 2019, CLEO TV is an aspirational lifestyle and entertainment cable network targeting Millennial and Gen X women of color. The network offers a unique and diverse lineup of…
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Flip or Fold: Last Chance to Pre-Order the Samsung Galaxy Z & Get an Amazon Gift Card Up to $300
Samsung’s next‑gen foldables are here, and there’s never been a better time to stake your claim. Whether you crave the pocket‑friendly flair of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 or the immersive screen of the Galaxy Z Fold 7, now through Amazon, you can pre‑order either device and earn up to a $300 Amazon gift card.…
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27 Years Ago Today “Saving Private Ryan” Was Released: A Look Back at Spielberg’s WWII Epic
Today marks the 27th anniversary of the release of Saving Private Ryan, the groundbreaking World War II film directed by Steven Spielberg, which hit theaters on July 24, 1998. Starring Tom Hanks, Edward Burns, and Matt Damon, the film redefined the war movie genre with its unflinching portrayal of combat and its emotional depth, earning…
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This HP Laptop With 32GB Ram & 1TB SSD Is on Sale for 71% Off
Want massive power at a tiny price? This HP 15.6” FHD laptop is now just $499.00, down from a whopping $1,699.00. That’s a jaw-dropping 71% savings on a powerhouse machine packed with performance features for school, work, or everyday use. Powered by an Intel quad-core processor and loaded with 32GB RAM and a lightning-fast 1TB…
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Wednesday Season 3 Confirmed as Netflix Series Expands Its Spooky Universe
Netflix isn’t finished with Nevermore Academy just yet. According to IndieWire, Wednesday has officially been renewed for a third season, well ahead of the second season’s debut this August. The Addams Family-inspired hit will return with Season 2, Part 1 premiering August 6, followed by Part 2 on September 3. Jenna Ortega reprises her role…
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Amazon’s Jeff Bezos Eyes Buying CNBC
Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos is reportedly considering a bold move to acquire CNBC, the prominent cable network known for business programs like “Squawk Box” and “Mad Money with Jim Cramer,” according to sources familiar with the matter that talked with The New York Post. The 61-year-old e-commerce magnate has expressed interest in purchasing the network…
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Comcast Launches Cheaper Internet Packages For Students
Today Comcast announced new cheaper internet packages for students heading off to college. Offering fast WiFi at budget-friendly prices, Xfinity’s latest student-focused promotion, launched on this month, gives college students a reason to look at Comcast instead of 5G Home Internet plans. Xfinity’s back-to-school offer provides university students in Comcast markets access to the nation’s…
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AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile Add 932,000 5G Home Internet Customers in Just 3 Months as Comcast & Spectrum Feel The Cord-Cutting 2.0 Pain
In a seismic shift for the U.S. telecommunications AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile collectively added 932,000 5G Home Internet subscribers in the second quarter of 2025, capitalizing on the growing trend of “Cord-Cutting 2.0.” This surge underscores the increasing consumer preference for wireless broadband alternatives, driven by affordability, flexibility, and the rapid expansion of 5G networks.…
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T-Mobile Added Over 454,000 5G Home Internet Customers In the 2nd Quarter of 2025
T-Mobile US, Inc. has once again proven its dominance in the world of home internet service, reporting over 454,000 new 5G Home Internet Customres. The company added an impressive 454,000 5G Home Internet customers, marking a 12% year-over-year increase and solidifying its position as the industry leader in 5G broadband net additions. This surge brings…
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Court Strikes Down FCC’s Rule Banning One Company From Owning Multiple ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Stations in A Single Market
In a significant ruling, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has delivered a partial blow to the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) long-standing Local Television Ownership Rule, specifically targeting the provision known as the Top-Four Prohibition. The decision, handed down on July 23, 2025, marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over…
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Free Streaming Services Revenue Surge to $4.9 Billion in 2024 As The Roku Channel, Tubi, Pluto TV, & More Grow
In a seismic shift for the streaming industry, free, ad-supported television services like Pluto TV, Tubi, and The Roku Channel generated a staggering $4.9 billion in revenue in 2024, according to a recent report from PwC. This rapidly growing subcategory of over-the-top (OTT) media is outpacing the broader streaming market and is projected to nearly…
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