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18 Years Ago Today “The Simpsons Movie” Premiered, Marking a Milestone for America’s Favorite Animated Family
the quiet town of Springfield, Vermont, transformed into a bustling hub of excitement as it hosted the U.S. premiere of The Simpsons Movie, a cinematic milestone for the beloved animated series. The event, held 18 years ago today, drew fans from across the nation to the town selected through a national contest to represent the…
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T-Mobile Fiber Home Internet Buys Metronet Fiber
T-Mobile has officially finalized its acquisition of Metronet, a leading fiber internet provider, marking a significant step in expanding its fiber footprint across the United States. The deal, completed through a joint venture with global investment firm KKR, positions T-Mobile as a major player in the fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) market, complementing its industry-leading 5G wireless and…
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Trump Signs $9 Billion Bill, Slashing PBS & NPR Funding
On Thursday, July 24, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a $9 billion rescissions package into law, cutting previously approved federal funds for public broadcasting and foreign aid, marking another legislative win for his administration. The move, which rescinds nearly $8 billion from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and over $1 billion from the…
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Spectrum Lost 117,000 Internet Customers & 80,000 TV Customers in Just 3 Months
Charter Communications, operating under the Spectrum brand, reported a loss of 117,000 Internet customers and 80,000 TV customers in the second quarter of 2025, reflecting ongoing challenges in the broadband and video sectors. As of June 30, 2025, Charter served 29.9 million Internet customers and maintained 31.2 million total customers, excluding mobile-only accounts. Despite these…
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Plex TV Adds 7 New Free Channels
Plex TV, the ad-supported free streaming service celebrated for its extensive content library and media management capabilities, has unveiled seven new live TV channels, effective today. This expansion further solidifies Plex’s position as a go-to platform for diverse, no-cost entertainment, now offering over 600 live TV channels alongside its on-demand catalog. The new additions cater…
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BBC Introduces $9 Monthly Subscription for U.S. Users to Access News Content Through Its Website
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has launched a new subscription model for its U.S.-based audience, requiring users to pay $8.99 per month or $49.99 annually to access most BBC News content, including articles, feature stories, and the 24/7 livestream of the BBC News channel on its website, BBC.com. The move, by BBC Studios and BBC…
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Sling TV Freestream Adds 10 New Free Channels
Sling TV Freestream, the popular free ad-supported streaming television service, has announced the addition of ten new channels to its already robust lineup, further solidifying its position as a leading destination for cord-cutters seeking diverse, no-cost entertainment. With over 650 channels and more than 40,000 on-demand titles, Sling Freestream continues to add new free channels…
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E! News to End Nightly Broadcast After 34 Years
After 34 years E! News, the iconic half-hour show that has been a staple of pop culture coverage since 1991, will air its final episode on September 25, 2025. The decision comes from Versant, the newly formed company overseeing E! and other former NBCUniversal cable networks, marking its first major programming move since its inception…
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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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