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Paramount Sues Warner Bros. Discovery Over Its Sale to Netflix
Paramount, under the leadership of David Ellison, has announced plans to nominate a slate of directors for election at Warner Bros. Discovery’s 2026 annual meeting. The move aims to challenge the approval of Warner Bros. Discovery’s pending transaction with Netflix, positioning the nominees to advocate for reconsidering Paramount’s competing offer. The company has also initiated…
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Music Is Coming Back to MTV As Paramount is Hoping to Save MTV By Going Back To Its Roots
In a bold move to resurrect a faded cultural icon, Paramount’s chief executive, David Ellison, is pushing forward with plans to revitalize MTV by steering it back toward its musical roots. Recent discussions with leading corporations and key players in the music sector suggest that strategic alliances, potentially involving financial investments in the brand, are…
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43 Years Ago Today: Bob Ross’ The Joy of Painting First Premiered
On this day in 1983, a soft-spoken Air Force veteran turned artist named Bob Ross stepped in front of the cameras for the first time on public television, inviting viewers into a world of “happy little trees” and boundless creativity. The premiere of The Joy of Painting marked the beginning of what would become one…
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YouTube TV Rolls Out A Massive Update
YouTube TV has begun a significant rollout of its redesigned Live Guide to the mobile apps on both Android and iOS platforms as of early 2026. This update brings the smartphone experience into closer alignment with the version that first appeared on television interfaces back in 2023, marking a notable update in how users browse…
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Here is How To Get a $15 Amazon Credit When Buy Every Day Needs Like Toilet Paper, Batteries, Cleaning Supplies, Diapers, & More
In the early days of 2026, online retail giant Amazon rolled out a limited-time promotion aimed at easing the financial burden of restocking everyday household items. The offer allows shoppers to receive a $15 credit toward future purchases after spending at least $50 on select essentials. This initiative comes as families and individuals look to…
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Amazon & Roku Team Up to Bring Free Content to Fire TV Owners
Amazon Fire TV users now have access to an expanded selection of free live television content through a significant update to the device’s Live Guide feature. This enhancement integrates approximately 50 channels from The Roku Channel directly into the Fire TV ecosystem, while also incorporating free access to select offerings from Fubo, a popular live…
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SpaceX Gets Permission to Launch 7,500 New Starlink Satellites & That’s Just The Start
The Federal Communications Commission has granted Space Exploration Holdings, LLC, the operating entity for SpaceX’s Starlink network, approval to deploy an additional 7,500 second-generation Starlink satellites. This decision, announced on January 9, 2026, expands the authorized total for the Gen2 constellation to 15,000 satellites worldwide. This milestone builds on an earlier partial authorization from December…
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PBS Is Shutting Down Some of Its News Programming Today Because of Budget Cuts
On Friday, January 9, 2026, weekday anchors Geoff Bennett and Amna Nawaz informed viewers during the broadcast that PBS News had made the difficult decision to rework its staffing and programming structure. This adjustment follows the earlier termination of the western edition of the program last month, which had provided updated coverage for later time…
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Roku Adds 6 Free Channels to Roku TVs & Roku Players
Roku has added six new free live channels, available immediately on Roku TVs and Roku players. This expansion builds on the company’s ongoing commitment to providing accessible, ad-supported content without the need for subscriptions or additional fees. The new channels join an already robust selection of over 350 free ad-supported television options, further solidifying Roku’s…
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Google Pixel 9a is Just $399, Offering Premium Features at Budget Price
Google has slashed the price of its latest mid-range smartphone, the Pixel 9a with Gemini. The unlocked Android device, renowned for its advanced camera capabilities, AI-driven photo editing tools, all-day battery life, and robust security features, is now available for just $399. This represents a significant $100 reduction from its original list price of $499,…