Author: Luke Bouma
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Boldly Going Where No One Had Gone Before: “Star Trek: Voyager” Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Set phasers to celebrate! 30 years ago today, on January 14, 1995, “Star Trek: Voyager” warped onto television screens, boldly taking the franchise where it had never gone before. The premiere episode, “Caretaker,” introduced viewers to a new intrepid crew, a new starship, and a new frontier: the vast and uncharted Delta Quadrant, 70,000 light-years…
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“Ayyyy!” 51 Years Ago, “Happy Days” Premiered Bring Life Back To The 1950s
Grab your poodle skirt and leather jacket, and get ready to do the twist! Today marks the 51st anniversary of the beloved sitcom “Happy Days” premiering on ABC. On January 14, 1974, audiences were transported back to the seemingly simpler times of 1950s Milwaukee, where teenagers cruised Arnold’s Drive-In, families gathered around the television set,…
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DIRECTV STREAM Rolls Out a New Feature Making Channel Surfing Easier
DIRECTV STREAM has rolled out an update for its iOS and Apple TV apps, introducing a new feature that enhances the live TV viewing experience. Subscribers can now seamlessly rewind or resume watching a channel from where they left off, even after switching to another channel. This innovative functionality addresses a common frustration for live…
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Power Up and Save! 32 Energizer AA Batteries on Just $13.24 (Limited Time Deal)
Need to stock up on batteries for all those holiday gadgets? Amazon is offering a fantastic deal on Energizer AA batteries, allowing you to power up your devices and save money at the same time. For a limited time, you can snag a 32-count pack of Energizer AA Alkaline Power batteries for just $13.24, down…
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Hulu Users Face Streaming Outage
Streaming giant Hulu is experiencing a widespread outage, leaving subscribers across the country unable to access their favorite shows and movies. Users report being abruptly kicked out of the app and encountering error messages when attempting to log back in. Update: The service is now back online. Hulu has acknowledged the outage on its official…
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“D’oh!” 35 Years Ago Today, “The Simpsons” Took Springfield (and the World) by Storm With Their First Regularly Aired TV Show
Grab a Duff beer and settle in on the couch because today marks a momentous occasion in television history: the 35th anniversary of “The Simpsons” officially hitting the airwaves. While those lovable yellow denizens of Springfield had previously appeared in short skits on “The Tracey Ullman Show,” it was on January 14th, 1990, that “The…
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Sling TV Enhances Rewards Program with New “Spin & Win” Feature That Rewards You For Watching TV
Sling TV, a subsidiary of EchoStar Corporation, today announced the launch of “Spin & Win,” a new addition to its customer rewards program. This interactive feature allows both paid and free Sling TV subscribers to earn daily rewards simply by watching television. With Spin & Win, users can spin a virtual wheel for a chance…
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The Today Show First Aired 73 Years Ago Today And Changed How People Watch Morning TV
Raise a mug of coffee and toast to a television pioneer! 73 years ago today, on January 14, 1952, NBC’s “Today” show made its debut, revolutionizing morning television and forever changing the way Americans start their day. Conceived by television executive Sylvester Weaver, “Today” was a bold experiment, a unique blend of news, entertainment, and…
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Wipeouts, Wedgies, and Watermelons: “America’s Funniest Home Videos” Turns 35
Get ready for a trip down memory lane filled with hilarious mishaps and unexpected moments of laughter! Today marks the 35th anniversary of “America’s Funniest Home Videos” (AFV) debuting as a regular weekly series. While the show initially aired as a special on November 26, 1989, it was on January 14th, 1990, that AFV officially…
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As Internet From Space Becomes More Popular Its Reported That there Will Be 27,000 Satellites in Space By 2030
The race to blanket the Earth in internet-beaming satellites is accelerating, with projections indicating a dramatic increase in the number of spacecraft orbiting our planet. By 2030, estimates suggest that over 27,000 satellites could be circling overhead, driven by ambitious projects from companies like SpaceX, Amazon, and OneWeb. This new era of space-based internet promises…