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Looking for a reliable alternative to traditional cable? It could be time to try out a live TV streaming service. With competitive pricing, a range of channels, and the flexibility to watch on multiple devices, these services may change how you watch TV. Some platforms enable you to stream sports, premium channels or prime-time TV. Plus, if you don't want to commit to a contract, these apps may be more appealing. Not only do they offer a wider lineup of channels compared with antennas, but they also provide the convenience of watching on your computer or mobile device.

Cord-Cutters: Here's Which Live TV Streaming Services Carry the Most-Popular Channels

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Hey, have you heard about that giant streaming deal that was struck between ESPN, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery (AKA TNT and such)?. This is an idea meant to get to those who have unbundled from cable, giving customers who want all their live sports most of it one place. It seems smart given the sports cable and streaming landscape.

Here's how much you'll pay for that new ESPN, Fox Sports and Warner Discovery streaming service now called Venu Sports

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A ROKU fan has shared a long list of apps that offer at least some free TV shows and movies. The savvy money-saver decided to hunt down as many free streaming services as possible after being hit with a giant bill. In a Reddit thread, the TV fan said that...

Savvy Roku fan shares their list of 19 legal apps to unlock free TV, movies and channels after shock $204 streaming bill

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Disney, Fox and Warner Bros Discovery's new sports streaming service, Venu Sports, is launching this fall at the price of $42.99 a month, the trio of media giants announced Thursday.Considered by some to be the equivalent of Hulu for sports, Venu will include games from the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, WNBA, NASCAR and college sports, as well as golf, tennis and soccer. Besides games, there will be studio shows, pre- and post-game programming and access to ESPN's 30 for 30 library, ESPN Films and documentaries from Fox Sports Films.The platform will feature offerings from 14 linear networks — ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SEC Network, ACC Network, ESPNEWS, ABC, FOX, FS1, FS2, Big Ten Network, TNT, TBS, truTV — as well as ESPN+.Subscribers will have the ability to bundle the product with Disney+, Hulu and/or Max.Venu Sports is coming amid increased competition in the business of streaming sporting events, with industry giants including Amazon and Netflix each striking deals with various sports leagues to add content for their streaming customers.— The Associated Press contributed to this report. 


Disney, Fox and Warner Bros Discovery reveal price for new sports streaming service

Blanco, TX

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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TCL has just delivered a big present to Roku devices and TCL TVs that use the Roku OS. It's replacing the existing TCL app with a brand-new app called TCLtv Plus that will give you access to more than 350 ad-supported streaming channels.That's a big upgrade for a lot of people: TCL has been collaborating with Roku for over a decade now, so there are millions of TVs out there running the Roku OS.According to Mark Zhang, president of TCL North America, "Our partnership with Roku firmly establishes TCLtv Plus as a powerful force in the streaming ecosystem". So what...

Roku fans just got 350 new, free streaming channels thanks to TCL

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While the best state to retire in the U.S. is also one of the smallest in the country, the worst state to retire is the largest. Alaska ranks as the worst state in the U.S. to retire for the third year in a row, according to Bankrate’s study of the best states to retire in 2024.

The 10 worst states to retire in the U.S. No. 1 isn't California or New York

Port Richey, FL

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Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

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If you’ve ever wondered why your partner or mate was so gosh darn easy to love, or on the flip side impossible to love at times, their sun sign could give you some important clues! I’ve definitely been in relationships that have tested my patience to the limits and other ones that have been a smooth sailing ride. The answers just may be in the stars! Read on to discover the zodiac signs according to Astrology.com that are the easiest to the hardest to love.

The Zodiac Signs Ranked Easiest to Hardest to Love

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Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

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UNITED STATES — McDonald's has introduced a new burger, the "Big Arch," poised to become its first major global addition since Chicken McNuggets joined the core menu in 1983 and the recent addition of Chicken McCrispy.

McDonald's Unveils "Big Arch" Burger for U.S. and Global Markets

Layoffs have hit Disney once again. The cuts will affect roughly 140 employees – – or 2% of the company’s workforce – – across the television division according to Variety. The cuts will cut across almost all corners of the company’s television operations including local...

NEWS: Disney Lays Off Over 100 Television Division Employees

Los Angeles, CA

Richard Simmons’ family is hitting out at actor and comedian Pauly Shore, who cast doubt on whether the late fitness icon was actually behind his own social media posts. Simmons, a beloved figure known for his eccentric personality and workout videos, was found unresponsive in his Los Angeles home on July 13, one day after his 76th birthday. His family confirmed his death in a statement, saying: “We are in shock.”

Richard Simmons' family slams Pauly Shore for suggesting he didn't write his social media posts

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	Verizon is offering a free one-year subscription to Netflix Premium, the streaming leader’s highest-end plan, to customers signing up for Peacock.Viaplay Turnaround Focused On Core Ops; Flight MH-17 Doc Deal; Anna Torv Cast In 'Territory'; Locarno Juries -- Global Briefs




	The bundle, via the telecom giant’s “+play” hub, saves customers more than $275. It is the first time Netflix and Peacock have been bundled by Verizon, which has been a key distribution partner for Disney and other streaming players over the past several years.




	The promotion begins today and lasts for a limited time. Peacock’s involvement in the package is timed to...

Verizon Offers Netflix Premium Subscription To Customers Who Sign Up For Peacock

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Comcast reported on Tuesday the loss of another 419,000 linear video customers in the second quarter, 11.9% of its based from the year prior, but that was its best pay TV customer quarter since the end of 2022. In the second quarter of 2023, Comcast lost 543,000 pay TV subscribers. The cable company hasn't seen its year-over-year rate of video attrition fall below 12% since the fourth quarter of 2022. 

Comcast, which had more than 22.5 million linear video subscribers at the end of June 2014, ended June 30 of this year with 13.199 million remaining pay TV souls. It had 14.985 million linear video customers as of the end of the second quarter of last year. Comcast's revenue from video services declined 7.8% year over year to $6.781 billion in the second quarter. Q2 earnings season for the U.S. pay TV business is still in the early stages, but already we're seeing (slight) cord-cutting deceleration at other operators. On Monday, Verizon reported the loss of 65,000 Fios-branded pay TV subscriptions, down from 69,000 from April - June of last year. 

Comcast Just Lost Another 419,000 Pay TV Subscribers, But Cord-Cutting Appears to Have Finally Decelerated a Bit in Q2

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

New York City, NY

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

The Walt Disney Company has issued pink slips to nearly 140 workers across its various local and national linear television operations. The majority of the layoffs impacted workers at National Geographic, the fact-based magazine publishing and film production unit that also operates the linear National Geographic and NatGeo Wild television channels. Disney acquired National Geographic through its purchase of certain assets from 21st Century Fox (now Fox Corporation) several years ago.

Disney lays off workers at National Geographic, local ABC TV stations

Someone at Amazon Prime Video really loves Westerns. Among the new movies on Prime Video in July are classic Westerns, including Shane, A Fistful of Dollars, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, and El Dorado. But Prime Video isn’t just limited to Westerns, and it has added a very robust selection of movies from the last six decades in this month alone. Modern movie lovers may appreciate Prime Video’s more recent films like Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning, Bob Marley: One Love, and Lisa Frankenstein. But for our money, the one Amazon Prime Video movie that you have to watch in July 2024 is the 1985 thriller Witness.

If you have to watch one Amazon Prime Video movie in July 2024, stream this one

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Venu, a $42.99 per month sports streamer, has a tough marketing challenge to find an audience

Call Don Draper, Venu Sports may have a marketing problem. The Disney, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery jointly-owned streaming service said Thursday it will launch this...

Venu, a $42.99 per month sports streamer, has a tough marketing challenge to find an audience

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