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Kanopy’s First Original Film Takes on America’s Book Ban Crisis
In a bold move into original content, Kanopy, the free streaming platform offered through public and academic libraries, will premiere its first feature-length documentary, Banned Together, on April 25. The documentary tackles one of the most urgent and controversial issues facing U.S. education today: book banning and curriculum censorship. Like all content on Kanopy, Banned…
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The New ATSC 3.0 Tuner Has Limited Compatibility and Isn’t Currently Available to Purchase
Earlier this month, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) held its annual convention in Las Vegas. There, electronics manufacturer ADTH announced a new NextGen TV ATSC 3.0 USB Tuner. The dongle is designed to allow Android, FireTV, and Google TV devices to receive TV channels broadcast in ATSC 3.0. Here’s how the company describes the…
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14 Years Ago Today “Game of Thrones” Premieres on HBO
Today marks the 14th anniversary of a cultural milestone that reshaped television history. On April 17, 2011, HBO premiered Game of Thrones, a fantasy epic based on George R. R. Martin’s sprawling novel series A Song of Ice and Fire. The show, which debuted to critical acclaim and a modest but dedicated audience, would go…
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Roku’s Beloved Daily Trivia Game Pauses Temporarily, But Roku Says Its Coming Back
Roku users across the United States were met with an unexpected surprise this morning when the popular Daily Trivia game, a staple feature on Roku TVs and streaming players, mysteriously vanished from their home screens. The sudden disappearance left fans puzzled and sparked a wave of questions on social media and forums. However, Roku has…
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Verizon is Upgrading Its Unlimited Ultimate Plan
Starting today, Verizon customers who have the Unlimited Ultimate plan will have some added benefits, at no additional cost. Unlimited Ultimate plans now include: All of that is in addition to Verizon’s recently-announced three year price lock guarantee. The price lock is automatically added to myPlan mobile plans and myHome internet network plans, locking in…
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Amazon’s Fire TV is Ditching Android TV & Switching to In-House Vega OS
Amazon will reportedly introduce a streaming device this year running on the company’s own OS, Vega, rather than Android. The Lowpass blog reports that while the platform hasn’t been officially announced yet, Amazon has been working on the Android OS alternative for years and has already released three devices running on Vega – the Echo…
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Samsung TV Plus Now Offers Over 700 Free Live Channels
Samsung TV Plus, the leading free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) service, continues to dominate the industry in 2025, solidifying its position as the #1 streaming platform on Samsung’s globally top-ranked TV brand for 19 consecutive years. With nearly 700 channels now streaming in the U.S.—surpassing all major FAST competitors—the service offers an unmatched lineup of…
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Indiana Fever and TEGNA Extend Deal for Free Over the Air Broadcasts of Games
The Indiana Fever and the Indianapolis NBC affiliate, owned by TEGNA, have announced an extension of their deal to air Fever games on free over-the-air channels. With the deal, 18 games will air locally on WTHR (NBC) and WALV (MeTV). “With our team’s powerful roster of veteran talent and young stars, we’re positioned to have…
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Nuvyyo’s Tablo TV Expands with 45 Warner Bros. Discovery FAST Channels in Game-Changing Content Deal
Nuvyyo USA, the company behind the Tablo TV device, unveiled a major expansion of its streaming offerings today with the launch of 45 Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD)-branded Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV channels. The new channels, available immediately to Tablo customers via any 4th generation Tablo app, bring a diverse array of fan-favorite programming to the…
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DISH TV and Sling TV Face Uncertain Future Amid Bankruptcy Fears After Firing Leadership
Leadership Overhaul at DISH Yesterday, Cord Cutters News broke the news that a seismic shift at DISH Network, with the abrupt firing of Gary Schanman, head of DISH TV and Sling TV, and Ajinkya Joglekar, head of acquisition marketing. This executive purge, described as a “strategic shake-up,” comes at a critical juncture for the company, which…
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Deal Alert! Google TV Streamer 4K Drops to $79 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 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. You can find the…
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Warner Bros. Discovery Could Be Dumping Some Cable TV Networks As It Freezes Hiring, and Starts New Cost-Cutting Measures
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), the media conglomerate behind iconic brands like CNN, HBO, and TBS, is grappling with significant challenges as it navigates a rapidly shifting entertainment landscape. According to a recent report from CNBC, the company has paused all non-essential hiring and is exploring a major corporate restructuring that could lead to a breakup…
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Roku Abruptly Removes Popular Daily Trivia Game from TVs and Players, Leaving Fans Puzzled
In a surprising move, Roku has discontinued its beloved Daily Trivia game, a free feature that had become a staple for many users on Roku TVs and streaming players. Cord Cutters News confirmed the game’s disappearance today after receiving multiple reports from users across the platform, noting that the feature is no longer accessible on…
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Exclusive: Fired DISH & Sling TV Leaders Gary Schanman and Ajinkya Joglekar Let Go in Strategic Shake-Up
EchoStar Corporation, the parent company of DISH Network and Sling TV, abruptly parted ways with two top executives this morning, signaling a major leadership overhaul amid a challenging pay-TV landscape. Gary Schanman, Executive Vice President and Group President of Video Services, and Ajinkya “Jinx” Joglekar, Senior Vice President of Acquisition Marketing for DISH and Sling…
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CBS Wins The Right to Distribute Jeopardy! & Wheel of Fortune As Sony Tries to Take Over Distribution
In a dramatic twist in the high-stakes legal battle over Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune, a California appeals court has temporarily handed distribution rights back to CBS, overturning a lower court’s decision that favored Sony Pictures Television just six days ago. The Second Appellate District’s three-judge panel issued a stay on Wednesday, blocking Sony from…
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