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Another Streaming Service is Shutting Down, Roku’s Class Action Lawsuit, & More – The Top Cord Cutting Stories of February 2026
February 2026 marked a pivotal month in the cord-cutting revolution, as several major developments highlighted the accelerating shift away from traditional cable and satellite services toward more fragmented, digital alternatives. Consumers continued to grapple with the pros and cons of this transition, including service consolidations, hardware reliability issues, and the erosion of legacy networks. Among…
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Roku Ends Testing on Revamped Home Screen
Update: Cord Cutters News has confirmed that while testing stopped momentarily, it will resume shortly. In a move that has left many streaming enthusiasts speculating about the future of user interfaces, Roku appears to have halted testing on its updated home screen design. The feature, which introduced a Quick Access section at the top of…
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43 Years Ago Today: The Final Episode of ‘M*A*S*H’ Aired – A TV Milestone That United America
Today marks the 43rd anniversary of one of the most poignant moments in television history: the airing of the final episode of M*A*S*H on CBS. On February 28, 1983, millions of Americans gathered around their TV sets to bid goodbye to the beloved characters of the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital. The two-and-a-half-hour special, titled…
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Roku Adds More Free Live Channels, Renting DVDs By Mail in 2026, & More – The Top Cord Cutting Stories From The Past Week
The past week in the cord-cutting world has been marked by significant shifts in how viewers access entertainment, highlighting the ongoing transition from traditional and legacy systems to modern streaming solutions. Several developments underscore the evolving media landscape as of late February 2026, with expansions in free content, the persistence of niche physical media options,…
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Pluto TV Is Adding 3 New Channels in March 2026 & Tons of On-Demand Movies & TV Shows
In a bold move to captivate sci-fi enthusiasts and movie buffs alike, Pluto TV is rolling out an impressive slate of new content for March 2026. As the free ad-supported streaming service continues to expand its library without costing viewers a dime, this month’s additions promise a diverse mix of binge-worthy series, blockbuster films, and…
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YouTube TV Launches 12 Cheaper Packages of Channels
YouTube TV has introduced a range of new, more affordable subscription plans designed to give viewers greater flexibility in choosing content that matches their preferences. The streaming service, owned by Google, rolled out over ten customized bundles in February 2026, focusing on key categories such as sports, news, entertainment, and family programming. These options come…
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It’s Official: Paramount is Buying Warner Bros. Discovery
In a move that will change Hollywood’s landscape, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has agreed to be acquired by Paramount Skydance in a blockbuster $110 billion deal, sources confirmed on February 27, 2026, according to Reuters. The agreement, which includes approximately $29 billion in assumed debt, marks the culmination of an intense months-long bidding war that…
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Buffalo Public Radio is Launching a Commercial Radio Station After $2.2 Million in Federal Budget Cuts
Buffalo Toronto Public Media (BTPM), the nonprofit organization overseeing public radio and television services in Western New York and Southern Ontario, has announced plans to introduce a new commercial full-service talk station on the 94.5 FM frequency currently occupied by WNED-FM, according to Radio Insight. This development marks a significant shift in the group’s radio…
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Physical DVD & Blu-Ray Are Getting a Second Life As People Worry About Streaming Prices
The physical media market for home video in the United States has experienced a dramatic downturn over the past several years, with sales of DVDs, Blu-rays, and UHD Blu-rays plummeting from billions to hundreds of millions in revenue. This trend underscores the broader transformation in how consumers access entertainment, as streaming services and digital purchases…
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Mass Layoffs at ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Locals of Over 650 Employees Raise Questions About Local News
Over the past year, from early 2025 through early 2026, the newsrooms of ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC have faced substantial workforce reductions as the media industry grapples with declining linear television ratings, shifting advertising revenues, and corporate restructurings. These layoffs reflect broader trends in broadcast journalism, where traditional networks are adapting to a digital-first…