Author: Luke Bouma
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A Federal Judge Leaves an Order Blocking Nexstar’s Massive Merger of Local ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Stations
A federal judge has upheld an injunction for now blocking the completed acquisition of Tegna Inc. by Nexstar Media Group, preventing the full integration of hundreds of local television stations affiliated with ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC in a $6.2 billion deal. The decision by Judge Nunley leaves the massive merger in legal limbo for…
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YouTube TV Removes MS Now From Its Website, But It’s Still There if You Want It. Here is Where You Should Look
Potential subscribers of YouTube TV have recently reported noticing on Reddit a change in the service’s channel listings. When reviewing the available networks on YouTube TV’s website, the entry for MS NOW, the rebranded news network formerly known as MSNBC, appeared to be missing. This observation has sparked questions among users who rely on the…
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AT&T Launches OneConnect, A Discounted Bundle of Wireless Phone and High-Speed Home Internet Services
AT&T introduced OneConnect, marking a major milestone in how they offer home internet and wireless as a unified subscription plan that merges unlimited wireless service with 1 Gig fiber home internet under one flat monthly fee. The new offering eliminates the hassle of managing separate accounts for mobile devices and household broadband, delivering comprehensive coverage…
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Sony Will Lay Off Hundreds Of TV & Movie Studio Employees
Sony Pictures Entertainment has initiated a significant reorganization that will result in the elimination of several hundred positions across its film, television, and corporate divisions. The moves, which began on Tuesday and are projected to unfold over the coming months, affect a relatively modest portion of the company’s global workforce of more than 12,000 employees,…
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Ten Years Ago Today in TV History: American Idol Signs Off on Fox, Ending a Historic Run
A decade has passed since one of reality television’s most iconic programs reached a significant milestone. On April 7, 2016, the final episode of American Idol’s fifteenth and last season on the Fox network aired, concluding a remarkable run that had captivated audiences for 14 years prior. The two-night finale featured performances by the top…
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The Late Show With Stephen Colbert Will End Next Month & CBS Just Announced His Replacement
CBS has announced a major shift in its late-night programming lineup, replacing the long-running “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” with a comedy block from media executive and comedian Byron Allen. The change announced last year takes effect on May 22, 2026, immediately following the final episode of Colbert’s program on May 21. This decision…
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Pluto TV Now Has Five 24/7 Channels Dedicated to Star Trek For a Limited Time
Paramount Global’s ad-supported streaming powerhouse Pluto TV has expanded its Star Trek programming into a full-fledged “Trekkie’s Dream” lineup, recently debuting five linear 24/7 channels dedicated exclusively to the iconic sci-fi franchise. The move instantly makes Pluto TV the largest free home for continuous Star Trek content anywhere on television or streaming, with no subscriptions,…
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ESPN Has Lost 40% of Its Subscribers Over The Last 10 Years & Is Now Laying Off Staff
ESPN, long the dominant force in sports television, is preparing for another round of layoffs as it continues to grapple with a dramatic erosion of its traditional audience, according to Puck News. Over the past decade, the network has lost approximately 40 percent of its cable and satellite subscribers, a decline that has fundamentally reshaped…
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Roku Adds 6 New Free Channels to Roku TVs & Roku Players
Roku has expanded its free streaming offerings by introducing six new dedicated channels to The Roku Channel, available immediately on all Roku TVs and Roku streaming players. The additions, accessible via specific channel numbers, bring a mix of classic television programming, reality competition, and specialized entertainment that caters to fans of vintage Westerns, timeless sitcoms,…
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58 Years Ago: Planet of the Apes Opens Nationally, Launching a Sci-Fi Classic
Fifty-eight years ago, on April 3, 1968, the science fiction landmark Planet of the Apes premiered nationally across the United States, captivating audiences with its bold vision and unforgettable twist. Directed by Franklin J. Schaffner and starring Charlton Heston as astronaut George Taylor alongside Roddy McDowall as the empathetic ape Cornelius, the film—released by 20th…