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Warner Bros. Has Laid Off 10% of Motion Picture Group Staff
Following an announcement this week about Warner Bros. Discovery splitting into two groups, Warner Bros. and Discovery, the company is laying off a group of employees. Variety reports that the layoffs will impact those in marketing, distribution, production, strategy, operations and theatre ventures. In a note to staff, Motion Picture Group Co-Chairs Pamela Abdy and…
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MyFree DIRECTV Adds 4 More Free Channels to Its Lineup
DIRECTV is adding to the channel lineup of its free streaming service, MyFree DIRECTV, with four WBTV-owned channels. “This Warner Bros. Discovery portfolio is a great addition to our fast-growing MyFree DIRECTV lineup, which continues to connect deeply devoted fans to a wide variety of their favorite programming at no cost,” said Kent Rees, General Manager…
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Sinclair Will Bring ROXi’s Interactive Music Channel to NextGen TV
Sinclair has partnered with ROXi, an interactive music channel, to bring the channel to 31 US TV markets, with additional markets to be rolled out later this year. “ROXi is expanding what’s possible on broadcast television, and this partnership brings an interactive music experience to viewers in a simple, accessible way—no apps, logins, or subscriptions…
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26 Years Ago Today The Blair Witch Project Was Released
Today marks the 26th anniversary of the release of The Blair Witch Project, a film that redefined horror and independent filmmaking when it hit theaters on July 30, 1999. The low-budget mockumentary, directed by Daniel Myrick and Eduardo Sánchez, terrified audiences with its raw, found-footage style and innovative marketing, becoming a cultural phenomenon that continues…
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Fire TV’s Sneak Peek Unlocks Free Twisted Metal Episodes on Peacock
Amazon Fire TV is revving up the action with its latest Sneak Peek event and this time, it’s handing viewers the keys to Twisted Metal, Peacock’s explosive adaptation of the iconic ’90s PlayStation game. Watch 3 Free Episodes Without a Peacock Subscription Whether you’re a longtime fan of the chaotic car combat franchise or just…
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The Jonas Brothers Tour Will Stream for Free on Samsung TV Plus
Samsung TV Plus has teamed up with the Jonas Brothers to stream their upcoming JONAS 20: Greetings From Your Hometown tour exclusively on the streaming service’s new channel Samsung Television Network (STN). Starting on August 10, Jonas Brothers fans will be able to watch the performances, along with getting content from backstage, special guests, interviews, commentary,…
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Netflix Faces Backlash Over Alleged Unauthorized Use of YouTube Creator’s Footage in Area 51 Documentary
Streaming giant Netflix is under fire following accusations from popular YouTube creator Adam The Woo, who claims the company used footage from his 2019 video about the viral “Storm Area 51” event in their latest documentary without permission, compensation, or even credit. The allegations, shared by Adam The Woo in a Instagram post, have sparked…
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FanDuel Sports Network Sees Strong Growth with Magnite Partnership
As more fans cut the cord and gravitate toward streaming for live sports, the battle to deliver high‑quality, in‑market action has never been hotter. Local RSN provider FanDuel Sports Network (FDSN) is turning up the heat on its streaming viewership after teaming up with Magnite’s SpringServe platform. The pair has seen a staggering result of a…
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FCC Launches Probe into Comcast and NBCUniversal Over Treatment of Local NBC Stations
Update: A Comcast spokesperson gave this statement to Cord Cutters News: “We have received an inquiry from the FCC and will cooperate with them to answer their questions. We are proud that for many decades we have supported local broadcast TV stations with world-class sports and entertainment, enabling them to drive viewership in a media environment that…
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Anker SOLIX 200w 60,000 Power Bank Station Drops to Record Low of $119.99, Just in Time for Severe Weather Season
Anker has slashed the price of its highly-rated SOLIX C200 DC Power Bank Station to an all-time low of $119.99, down from its original retail price of $169.99. The limited-time deal, announced earlier this week, has sparked excitement across the board, with many calling it the perfect opportunity to snag a reliable portable power solution…