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Paramount Could End Up Being Sold to The Highest Bidder in a New Bidding War
A Delaware judge has cracked open the door to a potential bidding war for Paramount Global, casting uncertainty over the media conglomerate’s $8 billion merger with Hollywood’s Skydance Media. On Monday, Delaware Chancellor Kathaleen McCormick requested additional information from New York City’s public pension funds, which filed a lawsuit last month to block the deal,…
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Ohio Lawmaker Seeks to Ban Exclusive Streaming of Ohio State Football Games on Platforms Like Peacock
In a move to preserve traditional access to college sports, Ohio State Senator Bill DeMora (D-Columbus) has introduced Senate Bill 94, which would prohibit public universities in Ohio from granting exclusive broadcasting rights for athletic events to streaming services like Peacock. This comes as the Big Ten now has a deal that would put some…
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49 Years Ago Today: The 100th Episode of “The Waltons” Aired
Today marks the 49th anniversary of a milestone in television history: the airing of the 100th episode of The Waltons on March 4, 1976. The beloved family drama, which captured the hearts of millions with its portrayal of a tight-knit Depression-era family in rural Virginia, reached this landmark during its fifth season, cementing its place…
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MyFree DIRECTV Adds 4 New Channels
Today, MyFree DIRECTV is adding four more channels to its free streaming service: Confess By Nosey, Danger TV, DraftKings, and Earth Touch. The addition is bringing even more value to MyFree DIRECTV subscribers who can access over 100 sports, news, and entertainment channels for free. Here’s what you’ll get with the new channels. MyFree DIRECTV brings viewers free…
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Amazon Launches Subscription Service for Enhanced Online Safety With Ad Blockers, VPN, Password Manager, Malware Removal, & More at $9.99 a Month
Amazon has unveiled a new subscription service aimed at bolstering online security and convenience for its users, integrating a suite of protective tools into its Eero+ offering for just $9.99 per month. The expanded Eero+ plan, announced today, combines advanced cybersecurity features with practical digital tools, positioning it as a comprehensive solution for individuals and…
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Walt Disney Animation Studios Cancels Tiana Series, Shifts Away from Longform Streaming Content on Disney+
Walt Disney Animation Studios has officially shelved its much-anticipated Tiana princess series, marking a significant pivot as the studio abandons producing original longform content for streaming platforms like Disney+, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The decision also sees the cancellation of an unannounced feature-length project intended for Disney+, with some layoffs expected at the studio’s…
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The Slow Death of DVDs & Blu-rays: After Just 10 to 20 Years Many Discs Will Stop Working
Once hailed as the pinnacle of home entertainment, DVDs and Blu-ray discs are facing an uncertain future as physical media continues to decline in popularity, overshadowed by streaming services and exacerbated by a lesser-known foe: disc rot. This phenomenon, which causes discs to degrade over time, is raising concerns among collectors and cinephiles who fear…
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118 Million Americans Could Lose Free OTA TV Access to ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC As Just 15 Million ATSC 3.0 Tuners Have Been Sold
The future of free over-the-air (OTA) television hangs in a delicate balance as the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) petitions the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to phase out the ATSC 1.0 broadcasting standard in favor of ATSC 3.0, also known as NextGen TV. According to recent data from Pearl TV sent to Cord Cutters News,…
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What’s New This Week on Netflix For The Week of March 3, 2025
March 3rd already? Good thing you have Netflix. Here is a list of the fresh content coming to the Netflix service for the first week of the month of March. March 3 March 4 March 5 March 6 March 7 March 8
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T-Mobile to Pay Its Customers $350 Million After Data Breach
T-Mobile, one of the largest wireless carriers in the United States, is set to begin distributing $350 million in settlement payments to customers impacted by a massive 2021 data breach, according to a recent update on the T-Mobile Data Breach Settlement website. The payouts, expected to start in April. This all coms after the data…