Tag: Coronavirus
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LeVar Burton is Streaming Live Story Time Readings on Twitter
1980s and 90s kids remember growing up to the stories read on Reading Rainbow, and now you can relive a little piece of your childhood to the sound of LeVar Burton’s voice reading stories once again. The former Star Trek star announced he will be reading storybooks on Twitter three times a week for both kids and adults…
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Free Streaming Service XUMO Sees Increased Viewership with Coronavirus
More streaming services are sharing the data being discovered about how viewing habits have changed since stay at home orders have been in place. The free streaming service XUMO has now shared their news and stats about how viewing has changed, given the current health crisis. XUMO reports that there has been an overall 30%…
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How to Watch the SXSW Film Lineup for Free on Amazon
With last month’s unprecedented cancelation of SXSW 2020 due to coronavirus, the Austin-based festival has teamed up with Amazon to bring the films from the event right to your home screen for free with the launch of “Prime Video presents the SXSW 2020 Film Festival Collection.” Amazon is extending SXSW 2020 filmmakers the invitation to…
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Sling is Donating On-Demand Movie Rental Profits to COVID-19 Relief
Sling TV announced it will be donating its on-demand profits to help healthcare providers who are helping fight coronavirus. Now through April 5, 2020, 100% of profits from movie rentals through the streaming service will go to Good360, a charity organization providing relief amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. “With Sling TV’s help, we are further able…
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Reports Suggest Amazon Could Postpone Prime Day in Wake of Coronavirus
Reuters is reporting that Amazon could be aiming to move its annual Prime Day event to at least August in the wake of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Meeting notes suggest the shift could cost the company millions in revenue, and possibly force Amazon to sell a surplus of devices at a discount. The company’s Prime…
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AMC Will Let You Watch The Walking Dead for Free & Moves Up Premiere of Killing Eve
AMC announced the “We’re With You” campaign today. The campaign will make some some content from AMC networks available for free for a limited time, including the first half of The Walking Dead Season 10. The campaign includes free content from AMC, BBC America, IFC, SundanceTV, and WinderstruckTV.com. As part of the campaign, AMC and…
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HBO Will Allow You to Stream The Wire, The Sopranos, Movies & More for Free
HBO is giving us the gift of more free content as we practice social distancing and stay home to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Starting Friday, April 3, HBO will make nearly 500 hours of content available for free for a limited time. To watch, just download the HBO Now or HBO Go apps, with…
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Watch John Krasinski’s New Show, ‘Some Good News’ on YouTube
John Krasinski has a lot of titles under his belt, loveable sitcom goofball, action hero, producer, and now… News Anchor? Jim Halpert has come a long way. Last week, Krasinski debuted his at-home, mock evening news show to bring a smile to the internet amid uncertain times. You’ve probably seen it already circulating around the…
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Verizon is Giving Fios Customers Free HBO, Cinemax, and Starz
Verizon recently announces that Wireless and Fios customers would have access to several learning tools and premium TV channels at no additional cost. Now, Verizon will be adding HBO, Cinemax, and Starz to that lineup of 80+ channels that customers can enjoy while spending more time at home. “Connectivity is incredibly important during times of…
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How to Watch Classic MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL Games for Free
It’s no secret live sports, and the crowds they typically attract, have changed dramatically during the COVID-19 pandemic. Leagues and organizations around the world have postponed or outright canceled seasons, and many fans are staying indoors, eager to still follow their favorite teams. Thankfully, many of the major sports leagues are opening up their streaming…