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Defamation case against Nexstar to move forward, judge says
The federal judge overseeing the case against the broadcaster said the former news managers have "cleared the plausibility hurdle."
Fox News to simulcast CBS News VP debate
Fox News Media has become the first broadcaster to announce a plan to simulcast the CBS News vice presidential debate when it airs next month.
Sinclair to distribute Portland Trail Blazers games on broadcast TV
The professional basketball team is also making its games available on a subscription streaming service, launching soon.
Report: Fox says Netflix can’t have Tom Brady for Christmas NFL games
Netflix couldn't get football's "greatest of all time" to serve as a color commentator for its Christmas Day NFL games.
DirecTV rolls out user profile feature on streaming TV platforms
Five user profiles can be linked to a single account, each with its own cloud DVR and personalized content recommendations.
New California law requires one-click subscription cancellations
The move, praised by consumer advocates, aims to make it easier to cancel recurring subscriptions like streaming video services, gym memberships and online newspapers.
Roku unveils refreshed Roku Ultra streaming TV player
Roku has released a new flagship streaming device that includes a backlit, rechargeable remote control and all the latest bells and whistles.
France’s M6, Paramount’s Pluto TV announce streaming pact
The pact involves content, editorial initiatives and advertising sales, which will benefit both sides.
Paramount begins second wave of layoffs
Paramount Global is moving forward with a second wave of layoffs, impacting around 15 percent of its remaining workforce.
DirecTV adds FAST channels from A+E Networks
DirecTV and A+E Networks have expanded their distribution agreement to include around a dozen FAST channels.
Liberty Broadband, Charter explore potential merger
In a press release on Monday, Liberty Broadband revealed Charter had proposed a combination of the two businesses.
NASCAR Xfinity Series scores high ratings for CW Network
The peak of the race on Friday drew more than one million people to the CW Network, the network said, citing Nielsen data.