Author: Luke Bouma
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The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to End in May 2026, & CBS Will End The Late Show For Good
In a stunning announcement that has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, CBS revealed that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will conclude its historic run in May 2026, at the end of the broadcast season. The decision, described as “purely financial” by network executives, marks the end of a late-night franchise that has been…
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AI DJs Take Over Local Radio Station Without Anyone Noticing
For months, listeners tuning into CADA’s popular Workdays with Thy have been grooving to a four-hour mix of hip hop, R&B, and pop, unaware that the charismatic host, Thy, is not a real person but an AI-generated voice. The revelation, first reported by The Australian Financial Review and The Sydney Morning Herald, has ignited a…
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Federal Judge Dismisses Class-Action Lawsuit Against Amazon Over Prime Video Ads
A federal judge in the Western District of Washington has dismissed a class-action lawsuit against Amazon, brought by Prime Video subscribers who claimed the company misled them by introducing advertisements to the streaming service unless they paid an additional fee. U.S. District Court Judge Barbara Jacobs Rothstein granted Amazon’s motion to dismiss the consolidated complaint…
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Optimum Cable TV Company Secures $1 Billion Asset-Backed Loan
Altice USA a leading cable TV under the Optimum brand and telecommunications provider, announced today that it has successfully entered into and funded a groundbreaking $1.0 billion asset-backed term loan facility (“Asset Backed Loan Facility”) through an unrestricted subsidiary. The transaction, executed in partnership with financial giants Goldman Sachs and TPG Angelo Gordon, marks a…
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Amazon Issues Urgent Warning to 200 Million Customers About Prime Membership Scam
In a critical alert sent earlier this month, Amazon has warned its 200 million customers worldwide about a sophisticated scam involving fake emails impersonating the company. The emails, which falsely claim that customers’ Amazon Prime subscriptions are set to auto-renew at an unexpected price, are part of a growing wave of phishing attacks targeting the…
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27 Years Ago Today “The Mask of Zorro” Was Released into Theaters
Twenty-seven years ago today, on July 17, 1998, moviegoers were treated to a cinematic spectacle that reinvigorated the swashbuckling genre: The Mask of Zorro. Directed by Martin Campbell and starring Antonio Banderas, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Anthony Hopkins, the film captivated audiences with its blend of action, romance, and historical flair. As we celebrate this milestone…
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Sling TV Freestream Adds Three New Free Channels
Sling TV Freestream, the popular free ad-supported streaming television service, has announced the addition of three new channels to its platform this week, further enriching its diverse and growing catalog of over 600 live TV channels. The new additions—Earth Touch TV, News 12 New York Local News, and News of the World NOW—cater to viewers…
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MLB Wants to Make Watching MLB Games More Fan Friendly
In a recent CNBC podcast, Major League Baseball (MLB) Commissioner Rob Manfred shared ambitious plans to revolutionize how fans watch MLB games, emphasizing accessibility, simplicity, and an end to longstanding issues like blackouts. With media rights negotiations on the horizon, Manfred highlighted the league’s goal to create a more streamlined and fan-centric viewing experience, drawing…
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Plex Adds 11 New Free Live Channels Including Channels From Amazon’s MGM and More
Plex, the popular free ad-supported streaming service, has announced a significant expansion of its channel offerings, bringing a diverse array of new content to its global audience. The platform, known for its vast library of over 50,000 on-demand titles and 600+ live TV channels, is adding a slate of new channels, including several from Amazon’s…
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Senate Approves $9 Billion Spending Cuts, Targeting NPR, PBS, and Foreign Aid
In a late-night vote ending at 2 a.m. Thursday, July 17, 2025, the U.S. Senate passed a $9 billion federal spending cut bill, advancing President Donald Trump’s fiscal agenda. The legislation, approved 51-48, slashes funding for public broadcasting and foreign aid, sparking fierce debate over its implications for rural communities and America’s global influence. The…