Author: Luke Bouma
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CNN is Getting Some New Leadership As It Struggles Behind Fox News & MS Now
CNN has elevated its digital chief Alex MacCallum to the role of chief operating officer, a move widely viewed as preparation for future leadership transitions at the network. The announcement came in an internal memo from CEO Mark Thompson on April 10, in which he described the promotion as significant and outlined expanded responsibilities for…
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The End of Hulu: Here is Everything We Know
Disney is preparing to bring Hulu’s run as a standalone streaming service to a close, with the platform’s content and operations set to fully integrate into Disney+ under a single app experience scheduled for 2026. The shift marks the culmination of years of strategic planning following Disney’s complete acquisition of Hulu, consolidating two major services…
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Another Streaming Service Is Raising Its Price
Update: A YouTube spokesperson gave this statement to Cord Cutters News: “We’re updating the price for YouTube Premium plans in the US for the first time since 2023 to continue delivering a high-quality experience that supports creators and artists on YouTube. This change allows us to maintain the features our members value most: ad-free viewing,…
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The DOJ is Investigating The NFL’s TV Rights For Anti-Competitive Tactics That Harm Viewers
The U.S. Justice Department has launched an investigation into the National Football League to determine whether the organization has engaged in anticompetitive practices through its media rights agreements. The inquiry centers on how the league’s distribution of game broadcasts may limit consumer access and increase costs for fans seeking to follow the full season, according…
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Can Newspapers Be Saved? One Billionaire Thinks He Can Do Just That
If you have followed Cord Cutters News for sometime you likely have seen stories and videos I have made talking about the slow death of local news. Both local TV news and local newspapers have seen declines in the number of staff working there or even a decline in the amount of news they cover.…
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Google TV Streamer 4K Drops to $79.99 in Rare Sale, Slashed from $99.99
Google’s latest entertainment powerhouse, the Google TV Streamer 4K, is now available at a steal, dropping to just $79.99 from its original price of $99.99. This marks a significant discount on the tech giant’s newest streaming player, making it an enticing option for those looking to upgrade their home entertainment setup. Just in time for…
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The FCC Announces Plans to Speed Up The Internet & Fight Robocalls
Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr has released the tentative agenda for the April Open Commission Meeting set for Thursday, April 30, 2026. The lineup reflects ongoing priorities in expanding broadband access, strengthening consumer protections against unwanted calls, bolstering national security in communications infrastructure, enhancing program integrity for school and library connectivity, and improving emergency…
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76 Years Ago Today: Bob Hope’s First TV Appearance on “Star-Spangled Review”
Seventy-six years ago today, on April 9, 1950, legendary entertainer Bob Hope made his first national television appearance as the host of the NBC variety special “Star-Spangled Review.” The 90-minute Easter Sunday broadcast, airing from 5:30 to 7 p.m., represented a significant milestone in both Hope’s career and the development of American television programming during…
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Fubo Rolls Out a Newly Updated App on iOS & Android With Vertical Video Perfect For Watching On Your Phone
FuboTV Inc. today unveiled a major upgrade to its iOS and Android apps, powered by its proprietary AI technology, to optimize the sports streaming experience for fans wherever they are. The enhancements address the reality that sports enthusiasts frequently check their phones for updates while away from home, whether commuting, at work, or traveling. Instead…
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Walmart Stops Selling Many of Its Popular Onn Google TV Streaming Players
Walmart has quietly removed several of its popular Onn Google TV streaming devices from online availability on its website, signaling a potential shift in its consumer electronics strategy for the budget-friendly streaming market. The retail giant has taken down listings for the Onn 4K Streaming Device and the Onn 4K Plus Streaming Device. These models,…