Author: Luke Bouma
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CNN Launches Dedicated Weather App as First Standalone Lifestyle Product
CNN announced today the release of its new CNN Weather app, now available for download in the United States through the iOS App Store and Andorid. The launch marks a significant expansion for the media organization, introducing its inaugural standalone lifestyle product that merges advanced meteorological and climate expertise with an intuitive, mobile-optimized interface. Designed…
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33 Years Ago Today: The “Wonder Years” Came to an End & Marked the End of an Era
33 Years ago today on May 12, 1993, television audiences bid farewell to The Wonder Years, a beloved coming-of-age series, as its final episode aired on ABC. Thirty-two years later, the show remains a cultural touchstone, celebrated for its heartfelt storytelling and nostalgic portrayal of suburban life in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The…
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Walmart’s Onn Google TV Streaming Players Are So Popular People Are Selling Fake Knockoffs! Here is How to Spot Fakes
Walmart’s Onn Google TV streaming devices have emerged as a dominant force in the budget streaming market, captivating consumers with their combination of high performance and low prices. These compact boxes and sticks deliver 4K Ultra HD resolution, seamless access to popular apps, voice-controlled remotes, and integration with the Google TV platform featuring Gemini AI…
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Roku’s Latest Update Breaks Some Roku TVs & Stops Them From Using Their Sound Bar
Roku has begun deploying its latest major software update, version 15.2, to millions of Roku TVs and standalone streaming players, but the rollout has quickly been overshadowed by a critical bug affecting wireless audio accessories. Many owners of Roku sound bars and wireless speakers have discovered that their devices can no longer pair properly with…
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Fiber Internet Blocked: Comcast Accuses a Local Power Company of Blocking Its Fiber Internet Service & Asks for FCC Help
Comcast has turned to federal regulators for help in a growing dispute with Appalachian Power Company, claiming the utility’s practices are stalling critical broadband projects across Virginia. The cable giant argues that unreasonable demands for pole attachment fees are preventing the rollout of high-speed fiber service to thousands of homes and businesses, particularly in underserved…
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The FCC Announces Plans to Crack Down on Robo Calls & Improve Broadband Data
The Federal Communications Commission has released the tentative agenda for its May Open Commission Meeting, set for Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Chairman Brendan Carr outlined several items focused on improving telecommunications oversight, reducing regulatory burdens, and advancing connectivity efforts across the United States. The agenda reflects ongoing work to address challenges in voice services, broadband…
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57 Years Ago Today Monty Python Was Created, Revolutionizing Comedy
On May 11, 1969, fifty-seven years ago today, the British comedy scene was forever transformed by the birth of Monty Python. The legendary six-man troupe, consisting of Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin, introduced a revolutionary style of humor defined by surreal absurdity, fearless irreverence, and sharp-witted satire…
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After Almost 100 Years, CBS News Radio is Shutting Down Next Week
CBS News has announced the permanent closure of its CBS News Radio service, effective May 22, 2026. This decision has reverberated across the media landscape, marking the conclusion of a nearly century-old pillar of American broadcast journalism. The news division’s leadership detailed the shutdown in an internal communication to employees, signaling the end of operations…
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The FCC Has a Loophole That TV Station Owners Are Using to Buy Up Local ABC, CBS, Fox, & NBC Channels That They Shouldn’t Be Allowed to Buy
The American Television Alliance has called on federal regulators to close a regulatory gap that allows television broadcasters to combine major network affiliations in local markets without undergoing full public interest reviews required for traditional station ownership transfers. This comes as there is growing concern about a small number of owners buying up multiple ABC,…
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President Trump Calls Out The NFL Over Driving Up The Cost of TV Amid DOJ Antitrust Probe
As the NFL looks to start new TV rights talks, President Donald Trump has expressed deep dissatisfaction with the increasing financial burden placed on fans as the league expands its reliance on streaming platforms. His comments come as the U.S. Department of Justice continues its examination of potential anticompetitive practices by the NFL that could…