Author: Luke Bouma
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Paramount Hopes to Dominate Cable TV By Creating an Empire of 50+ Cable TV Channels
Paramount Global is preparing to control more than 50 cable television networks in the United States once its planned acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery closes later this year. The transaction, valued at approximately 111 billion dollars and announced in February 2026, is expected to receive regulatory approval and be finalized during the third quarter. Now,…
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DISH & Sling TV Lost Over 366,000 TV Subscribers In Just 3 Months
EchoStar Corporation, the owner of the DISH Network satellite television service and the Sling TV streaming platform, continued to experience steep declines in its pay-television customer base during the first three months of 2026. The company reported a net loss of approximately 366,000 pay-TV subscribers for the quarter ended March 31, a figure that marked…
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43 Years Ago Today “Laverne & Shirley” Came to An End: A Look Back at the Iconic Sitcom’s Legacy
Forty-three years ago today, on May 10, 1983, television audiences bid farewell to one of America’s most beloved sitcoms, Laverne & Shirley, as its final episode aired on ABC. The show, a spin-off of the equally iconic Happy Days, captured the hearts of millions with its blend of humor, heart, and the unforgettable chemistry of…
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Two More Major Streaming Services Are Raising Their Prices Next Month
As consumers grapple with mounting costs for entertainment, two additional streaming services have joined the growing list of platforms raising their subscription fees this year. Starz and AMC+ have notified subscribers that their monthly prices will increase effective June 8, 2026. The Starz service, popular for its selection of premium movies and original series, will…
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Roku Changes Its Home Screen, Pushing You to Use Its Free Streaming Service The Roku Channel on Roku TVs & Roku Players
Roku has rolled out a new animation on the home screens of its streaming devices and smart televisions that causes the icon for The Roku Channel to shake or wobble at irregular intervals. The subtle movement appears when users first access the main interface or after powering on the device, drawing the eye toward the…
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50 Years Ago Today: Paul Harvey’s “The Rest of the Story” Premiered on ABC Radio Networks, Captivating Listeners for Decades & Is Still On Radio Today
Fifty years ago today, on May 10, 1976, the iconic radio broadcaster Paul Harvey launched his daily syndicated program The Rest of the Story on the ABC Radio Networks, a show that would become a cornerstone of American radio and continue until his death in 2009. Known for his distinctive staccato delivery and knack for…
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Google Rolls Out Experimental AI-Powered Conversational Search on YouTube
Google has introduced a fresh experiment in video discovery that transforms how users interact with the world’s largest video platform. Dubbed Ask YouTube, the new feature blends conversational artificial intelligence with traditional search to deliver dynamic, synthesized result pages packed with explanatory text, curated video clips, and short-form content, according to The Verge. This development…
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34 Years Ago: Today The Final Episode of “The Golden Girls” Aired on NBC & Changed TV Forever
On May 9, 1992, a landmark chapter in television came to a close when the beloved sitcom The Golden Girls aired its final episode on NBC, ending a stellar seven-season run that forever changed the landscape of comedy and on-screen representation. More than three decades later, the series continues to shine brightly, cherished for its…
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T-Mobile Teams Up With Starlink to Improve Its Internet Service
T-Mobile has introduced a groundbreaking business internet service that merges its advanced 5G network with Starlink satellite technology to deliver unprecedented reliability and coverage across the United States. Named SuperBroadband, the offering represents a significant evolution in enterprise connectivity, addressing longstanding challenges faced by companies in maintaining uninterrupted online operations, particularly in remote or underserved…
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Roku Adds 15 New Live Free Channels on Roku TVs & Players,- A New Roku Lawsuit – A Popular Sports Streaming App Shutting Down – The Top Cord Cutting Stories From The Past Week
The cord cutting landscape continues to evolve rapidly this week, with major developments in free streaming options, local broadcast ownership changes, app consolidations, and nostalgic milestones that highlight how entertainment consumption has shifted over decades. Roku Boosts Free Live TV Offerings Roku has added 15 new live channels to The Roku Channel, available at no…