Author: Luke Bouma
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Sling TV Freestream Expands Lineup with Six New Channels Including Fubo Sports & NBC Sports Now
Sling TV Freestream, the ad-supported streaming service from Dish Network, announced the addition of six new channels to its platform today, bringing fresh content focused on seasonal entertainment, international programming, true crime, sports, and breaking news. The new channels—Christmas Plus, Discover Pakistan UHD, Dr. G: Medical Examiner, Fubo Sports Network, NBC News Now, and NBC…
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PBS Stations Leaving The PBS Family? It Could Happen After Funding Cuts
Alabama Public Television (APT) stands at a crossroads that could make it the first statewide network in the nation to sever ties with the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), potentially stripping Alabamians of iconic programs that have defined public airwaves for generations. Shows like Sesame Street, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, Antiques Roadshow, and PBS NewsHour currently fill…
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37 Years Ago Today: Murphy Brown Debuted and Redefined the Sitcom
Thirty-seven years ago today, on November 14, 1988, CBS aired the pilot episode of Murphy Brown, a groundbreaking sitcom that would run for a decade, spark national debates, and cement Candice Bergen’s place in television legend. Titled “Respect,” the premiere introduced viewers to Murphy Brown (Bergen), a sharp-tongued, recovering-alcoholic investigative journalist returning to the FYI…
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Amazon’s New Home Internet Service Has a New Name As It Gets Closer to Launch
Amazon has officially rebranded its satellite broadband initiative, transitioning from the long-standing Project Kuiper to the streamlined Amazon Leo. The Seattle-based technology powerhouse revealed the change on Thursday, coinciding with ongoing deployments of critical hardware designed to establish a robust global network. This comes as Amazon gets closer to launching its home internet service with…
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Roku Remakes Its Roku City Screensaver With a Brand New Look for The Movie Wicked
Roku City, the beloved purple-hued metropolis that has greeted millions of idle Roku screens since its debut, has undergone its most dramatic transformation yet. The iconic screensaver, known for its whimsical skyline of pastel rooftops, neon signs, and playful Easter eggs, has been completely overtaken by the upcoming cinematic adaptation of the Broadway phenomenon Wicked.…
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Warner Bros. Discovery Sets a November 20th Deadline For Offers From Paramount, Comcast, Netflix, and Amazon to Buy the Company
Paramount Global, Comcast Corporation, and Netflix Incorporated are gearing up to submit bids for Warner Bros. Discovery Incorporated as the media conglomerate formally launches a sale process, according to individuals familiar with the negotiations. The initial round of nonbinding offers is due by November 20, with Warner Bros. Discovery aiming to finalize a transaction before…
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30 Years Ago Today: “GoldenEye” Premiered and Ignited the James Bond Franchise with Pierce Brosnan’s Dashing Debut
Exactly three decades ago, on November 13, 1995, the silver screen lit up with the premiere of GoldenEye, the 17th official entry in the iconic James Bond film series. This high-octane spy thriller not only marked a triumphant return for the franchise after a six-year hiatus but also introduced Pierce Brosnan as the suave secret…
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26 Years Ago Today: Toy Story 2 Premieres in the US, Cementing Pixar’s Legacy
On this day in 1999, Disney and Pixar Animation Studios unleashed Toy Story 2 into American theaters, a sequel that not only matched the groundbreaking charm of its 1995 predecessor but soared past it in critical acclaim, box office dominance, and cultural resonance. Directed by John Lasseter and featuring the iconic voices of Tom Hanks…
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YouTube TV and Disney Negotiations Went Late Into The Night Last Night & A New Issue Is Now The Main Focus
YouTube TV and The Walt Disney Company reportedly engaged in marathon negotiations that stretched deep into the night on November 12, 2025, only to end without a resolution. The talks, aimed at renewing a carriage agreement set to expire imminently, broke down over fundamental disagreements, plunging the future of Disney-owned channels on the streaming platform…
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Roku OS 15 Begins Widespread Rollout to Roku TV Owners Nationwide
Roku has officially kicked off the broad deployment of Roku OS 15, bringing the latest software enhancements to a significant portion of its smart TV user base. The update, which introduces a suite of new features aimed at improving usability, content discovery, and personalization, is now reaching more Roku TV models than ever before. According…