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  • Blast from the Past: 93 Years Ago Today, We Traveled into the Future with Buck Rogers’ Debut

    Blast from the Past: 93 Years Ago Today, We Traveled into the Future with Buck Rogers’ Debut

    On this day in 1932, families across America huddled around bulky wooden radio sets, their dials glowing amber in the dim light of living rooms still reeling from the Great Depression. At 7:15 p.m. Eastern Time, CBS Radio flipped the switch on a 15-minute adventure that would ignite imaginations and launch an entire genre: the…

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  • Apple Watch SE vs. Series 10 — Two Smartwatch Deals to Pick From (Save Up to 36%)

    If you’ve been putting off upgrading your wrist, this is a good moment to upgrade to a reliable experience that covers the essentials or Apple’s latest performance and features. Amazon has steep discounts on the Apple Watch SE (now $159) and Apple Watch Series 10 (now $279) ahead of the holiday rush. If your current watch…

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  • Tubi Adds 21 Films From Kickstarter Partnership to Its Free Streaming Lineup

    Today, Tubi is adding a slate of 21 films to its free streaming lineup. All of the titles were funded with Kickstarter and handpicked for the FilmStream Collective, an initiative launched by Kickstarter and Tubi in June 2025 to bring independent films to the free streaming service with a curated collection of titles. The partnership…

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  • Deal Alert! Lenovo 15.3″ Gaming Laptop Now 62% Off — Lock It in Before Black Friday

    This holiday season, upgrade to a midrange steal and save 62% on the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Gaming laptop for $649 on Amazon. Configured with roomy RAM, storage, and a CPU that punches above its price, it’s a great option for gamers who want a solid all-around machine for streaming, esports, and multitasking without waiting.…

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  • Sling TV Freestream Added 2 New Free Channels This Week

    Sling TV has reeled in ocean enthusiasts and wave riders alike by expanding its completely free streaming platform, Freestream, with two adrenaline-pumping additions this week. The service, which requires no subscription, credit card, or even an account to start watching, now features dedicated 24/7 channels for Wicked Tuna and World Surf League, bringing high-seas drama…

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  • NPR’s Lawsuit Against Corporation for Public Broadcasting Intensifies as Funding Battle Reaches The Courtroom

    The rift between National Public Radio and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting has deepened into a full-blown legal confrontation, with NPR’s attorneys set to publicly question CPB’s longtime chief executive, Patricia Harrison, under oath at a federal court hearing late last month according to NPR. This development follows a private deposition earlier this month, as…

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  • 49 Years Ago Today in TV History: “Gone With the Wind” First Aired on Broadcast TV

    On this day in 1976, American television reached a pinnacle of cultural convergence as the legendary 1939 epic Gone With the Wind made its long-awaited broadcast debut on NBC. Aired in two parts over consecutive nights—November 7 and 8—the film captivated an astonishing 65% share of the nation’s TV viewers, setting a record that stood…

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  • Deal Alert: Save Up To 50% On Amazon Fire TV Sticks

    Amazon is getting a head start on Black Friday sales, with limited time deals on its own streaming devices. If you’re shopping for stocking stuffers or gift exchanges, this is a great time to pick up a streaming stick at a deep discount. The sale includes the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD, Amazon Fire TV…

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  • YouTube TV Surpasses 10 Million Subscribers, Solidifying Dominance in Live TV Streaming

    In a landmark achievement for the cord-cutting era, YouTube TV has crossed the 10 million subscriber threshold according to multiple reports, cementing its position as the undisputed leader among live TV streaming services in the United States. The Google-owned platform, which launched in 2017 as a modest alternative to traditional cable bundles, now boasts a…

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  • Peacock & HBO Max Could Soon Merger Together as Comcast Prepares an Offer to Buy Warner Bros. Discovery

    In a move that could redefine the streaming landscape and consolidate two of Hollywood’s most iconic content empires, Comcast has retained elite Wall Street advisers Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley to craft a formal bid for Warner Bros. Discovery’s prized studios and streaming operations. Sources close to the deliberations confirm to Reuters that the cable…

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  • 24 Years Ago Today: The Clock Starts Ticking as ’24’ Premieres on Fox, Revolutionizing TV Drama

    Exactly 24 years ago, on November 6, 2001, the Fox network unleashed a groundbreaking television event that would redefine action thrillers and binge-watching culture: the premiere of 24, starring Kiefer Sutherland as the indefatigable Counter Terrorist Unit (CTU) agent Jack Bauer. Airing in the shadow of the September 11 attacks just two months prior, the…

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  • Most Cord Cutters Blame Disney for Its Blackout on YouTube TV

    The ongoing blackout of Disney-owned channels on YouTube TV has plunged millions of streaming subscribers into frustration, stripping away access to ESPN, ABC, FX, Freeform, National Geographic, and more since October 30, 2025. What began as a high-stakes contract negotiation between media giant Disney and Google’s live TV service has escalated into one of the…

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  • Peacock Expands Horse Racing Coverage With Multi-Year Royal Ascot Rights Extension

    Peacock will continue to be the streaming home for one of horse racing’s most cinematic weeks. Royal Ascot isn’t going anywhere as NBC Sports just extended its media rights deal that will continue to bring comprehensive coverage across digital and linear platforms. By keeping the ratings-friendly Royal Ascot in the stable, NBC fills prime real…

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  • Deal Alert! Get the Flagship 2025 Motorola Moto G Stylus (Unlocked) Under $300

    Taking quick notes and marking up one-handed sketches with a built-in stylus has just got a lot more affordable. Ahead of Black Friday, the Motorola’s Moto G Stylus slips to $299 (was $399), bringing a flagship phone to a budget-conscious price. If you want stylus capability without paying Pixel/Galaxy/Apple money, the Moto G Stylus (unlocked)…

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  • ESPN Unlimited Adds DraftKings, Terminates PENN Entertainment Deal After Two Years

    ESPN’s betting playbook has flipped to a new page. After two years, ESPN and PENN Entertainment are agreeing to an early termination of their U.S. online sports betting partnership (effective December 1, 2025). Simultaneously, ESPN has announced a new, multi-year exclusive deal with DraftKings, shifting the network’s wagering future from one big partner to another.…

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