Category: News
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The FCC Gives Us a First Look at Amazon’s New Home Internet Service
Federal regulators have released the first public images of the customer premises equipment designed to accompany Amazon’s ambitious low-Earth orbit satellite broadband network, known as Leo as spotted by PC Mag. The disclosure comes as the tech giant gears up for a summer launch of its long-awaited competitor to established satellite services. Amazon has been…
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The Roku Channel Will Add More Free Content from Creators
Roku announced today that it has launched Creators, a new hub for creator-made content in the U.S, and new free channels that will stream on The Roku Channel. The channels will feature content from popular creators and podcasters, including the Prof G Podcast Network, Modern Wisdom Podcast with Chris Williamson, Preston & Brianna, Stokes Twins,…
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What’s New This Week on Disney+ and Hulu For The Week of May 18, 2026
Got the mid-May Blues? Fear not. Hulu and Disney are putting smiles on faces and bringing content to screens. Whether it’s baseballing bananas or Bluey, there’s fresh content to keep you busy as we gear up for the end of the month. May 19 The Nightmare Upstairs: What Happened to Ty and Bryn?: Complete Docuseries…
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Another Former PBS Station Just Shut Down After Federal Funding Cuts Left It Unable to Continue
Eastern Illinois University’s longstanding public television station WEIU-TV has officially ended its over-the-air broadcasts, marking the end of an era for traditional broadcast media in central and southern Illinois. The station, which provided programming to communities across multiple counties for four decades, transitioned entirely to a digital streaming platform known as WEIU Digital TV following…
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The Top 10 FREE Roku Apps For Roku TV & Roku Players That Every Roku Owner Must Try
As subscription prices for popular services like Netflix, Disney+, Paramount+, and Amazon Prime Video continue to rise, Roku owners can take comfort in a robust selection of completely free, ad-supported streaming options. While Roku is best known for its effortless access to premium paid channels, it also delivers an expanding universe of no-cost content that…
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Disney+ is Adding a New 24/7 Live Channel
Disney+ is set to expand its offerings with the launch of a dedicated Pixar channel on June 10, providing subscribers with nonstop access to the studio’s extensive catalog of beloved animated content. The new addition, known as the Pixar Stream, will curate films, television series, and short films from the animation powerhouse, creating an always-on…
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NPR News Announces Layoffs After Public Funding Cuts
NPR today announced a significant restructuring of its newsroom operations on Monday, marking another round of belt-tightening as the public broadcaster adapts to a challenging financial landscape shaped by the loss of federal support and evolving digital consumption patterns. The moves include voluntary buyouts for a substantial portion of its journalistic staff, with the possibility…
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CNN All Access Deal: Save 40% on the Annual Plan —Watch Live News, Originals, and More Without Cable
Since 1980, CNN has provided the world with around-the-clock, real-time news coverage. Four decades later, you don’t need a high-priced cable package to watch the Cable News Network. For a limited time, new subscribers can save 40% on the CNN All Access plan and stream the 24-hour television news network’s live feeds and exclusive coverage.…
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Save Before Summer Blackouts Hit — Jackery’s 1,070Wh Power Station Is $370 Off
Summer lands next month, and the right power station upgrade can make the season easier. Whether you’re running off‑grid movie nights, keeping a mini‑fridge cold during outages, or finally ditching those tethered streaming boxes, this sale is for you. For a limited time, the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 portable power station is on sale for…
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31 Years Ago Today: ‘Braveheart’ Makes Its World Premiere
Thirty-one years ago today, on May 18, 1995, Mel Gibson’s epic historical drama Braveheart premiered at the Seattle International Film Festival, marking the beginning of a cinematic journey that would captivate audiences worldwide and culminate in major Academy Award recognition the following year. The film, which Gibson both directed and starred in alongside French actress…