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Plex Suffers a Data Breach Urges Users to Change Their Passwords
Plex, a popular media streaming platform, has disclosed a significant security breach that may have compromised user account information. The incident, which was recently detected by the company’s security systems, involved an unauthorized third party gaining access to a limited subset of customer data stored in one of Plex’s databases. The breach exposed sensitive information,…
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Score Big With NFL+ Deal: 20% Off Annual Plans — Watch Live Games, RedZone, Replays & More
Another NFL season has arrived, and if you stream live games on Sunday, now is the best time to lock in this NFL+ deal. Right now, NFL+ is offering 20% off annual subscriptions, giving fans access to live games for fans who want mobile access to local and primetime games, NFL Network, and more. This…
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YouTube’s First Live NFL Game Had 17.3 Million Viewers
YouTube’s first ever live NFL game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Chargers brought in 17.3 million viewers from more than 230 countries and territories around the world. YouTube is calling it “a huge success.” The number represents average minute audience (AMA) that tuned in to YouTube to watch the game. The…
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26 Years Ago Today “American Beauty” Premiere Marks a Cinematic Milestone
On September 8, 1999, the film American Beauty, directed by Sam Mendes and starring Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening, and Thora Birch, premiered in Los Angeles, captivating audiences and critics alike. Twenty-six years later, the film remains a cultural touchstone, celebrated for its bold exploration of suburban disillusionment, beauty, and human desire. The movie went on…
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Star Trek Kicks Off 60th Anniversary With New Paramount+ Shows and YouTube Originals
In honor of Star Trek’s 60th anniversary, the beloved sci-fi franchise is gearing up for a yearlong celebration that boldly goes into streaming territory. With new titles coming to Paramount+ and fresh content landing on YouTube, fans across the galaxy will have plenty to look forward to starting in January 2026. The festivities were unveiled…
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35 Years of Goodfellas: What To Know About The Gangster Classic
As far back as I can remember, I’ve loved Goodfellas. Thirty‑five years on, the film has stayed hot (unlike Frankie Carbone). It is the rare crime story that makes the mundane sing. Take the coffee to go, go home and get your shinebox, and top painting religious pictures please. If you want to toast the…
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Grab This Anker Soundcore AeroFit 2 Earbud Deal — Under $100 for Limited Time
If you’re shopping headphone deals, the Soundcore AeroFit 2 by Anker is worth a hard look while it’s on sale for a limited time on Amazon, now priced at $99.98 (was $129.99). These open-ear headphones blend comfort, long battery life, and surprising low-end impact for an experience that keeps you aware of your surroundings. With…
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59 Years Ago Today: Star Trek Premieres on NBC, Launching a Cultural Phenomenon
On September 8, 1966, television history was made when NBC aired the first episode of Star Trek, a science fiction series that would go on to become a cultural cornerstone. Titled “The Man Trap,” the episode introduced viewers to the starship Enterprise and its diverse crew, led by Captain James T. Kirk (William Shatner), First…
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Massive Layoffs Coming to PBS After Federal Funding Cut & Up to 80 NPR Radio Stations Could Shut Down
PBS announced last week that it would eliminate approximately 15% of its workforce, a direct consequence of the Congress decision to eliminate all federal funding for public broadcasting, effective October 1. The cuts, which affect 34 staff members notified Thursday, compound earlier losses, including a major federal grant for an educational initiative discontinued this summer.…
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You Can Bundle the New ESPN Unlimited App with NFL+
ESPN is bringing more football to its subscribers. Right now, you can bundle the new ESPN Unlimited app with NFL+ for more football coverage this season. With the new ESPN and NFL+ Premium bundle, you can stream every Monday Night Football game on ESPN and unlock NFL Network, NFL RedZone, NFL Films, and more. Note…
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What’s New This Week on Netflix for the Week of September 8, 2025
School is in session, sweaters are coming out, and Netflix is still all on board with the sudden chill of September. Here is all the content you can catch on the service for this week. September 8 • Dr. Seuss’s Red Fish, Blue Fish — Netflix Family • Her Mother’s Killer: Season 2 — Netflix…
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52 Years Ago Today: “Star Trek: The Animated Series” Premieres on Television
On September 8, 1973, television history was made when Star Trek: The Animated Series premiered on NBC, boldly taking the iconic franchise where it had never gone before—into the realm of animation. Fifty-two years later, the show remains a fascinating chapter in the Star Trek saga, bridging the gap between the original live-action series and…
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YouTube is Killing FOX, Disney, NBCUniversal, & Warner Bros. Discovery As They All See Their Share of TV Viewing Drop As YouTube Hits Record Highs
In a seismic shift reshaping the television landscape, YouTube has emerged as the most-watched TV provider in the United States for 2025, according to comprehensive data from Nielsen. The Alphabet-owned video-sharing platform has steadily climbed the ranks throughout the year, capturing the largest share of total TV viewing time and outpacing long-standing industry leaders. This…
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Paramount Wants to Make MTV Cool Again
In a bold move to recapture its former glory, Paramount, now under the leadership of Skydance Chief Executive David Ellison, is setting its sights on revitalizing MTV, the iconic cable network that once shaped America’s pop culture landscape. This spring, Ellison convened a group of former MTV executives at an upscale Italian restaurant in West…
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DISH Sells Some of Its Wireless Phone Spectrum To SpaceX For $17 Billion Ending Its Plans To Become a Major Wireless Provider
EchoStar Corporation has announced a finalized a definitive agreement to sell its AWS-4 and H-block spectrum licenses to SpaceX for approximately $17 billion. The deal includes up to $8.5 billion in cash and up to $8.5 billion in SpaceX stock, valued at the time the agreement was signed. As part of the transaction, SpaceX will…
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