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Dr. Phil launching new cable network Merit Street Media
Talk show host Dr. Phil McGraw is wading into the world of cable networks with a new channel called "Merit Street Media."
Philo adds 10 new streaming channels from AMC Networks
Philo is adding around a dozen new channels programmed by AMC Networks, the company announced on Tuesday.
CBS Sports lands rights to USL soccer matches
Games organized by the United Soccer League (USL) are headed for broadcast and free streaming television.
Nexstar finds new home for CW Network in Detroit
CW Network shows and live sports will move to WMYD, a former independent station owned by Scripps.
Dish CEO to resign as paid subscriber count slips
Dish CEO Erik Carlson will resign next week after the company reported lackluster financial and subscriber data on Monday.
Newsmax launches “Newsmax 2,” ends free streaming news channel
Newsmax has shut down its free streaming channel and launched a headline aggregation service called "Newsmax 2" in its place.
Fubo sees subscriber, revenue gains during Q3
Sports-centric streaming service eyes more FAST channel agreements and launching new AI-driven features to grab and retain subscribers.
WADL pulls CW Network programming, blames delay in selling station
The family that owns the station has been trying to sell it to Nexstar-controlled Mission Broadcasting for months, but protests brought to the FCC have held up the transaction.
Nokia sues Amazon, HP over common streaming video codec
Nokia claims Amazon and HP utilize certain functions of the H.264 and H.265 codecs without paying for a license, in violation of its patents.
Bally Sports Network offers bill credits after outages
Affected subscribers will need to contact customer service to have the credit applied to their account.
Hulu renews “Futurama” reboot for two more seasons
Hulu has renewed the sci-fi adult animated sitcom "Futurama" for two more seasons.
Starz laying off staff as it exits U.K., Australia
Lionsgate will lay off around 80 employees at Starz as the movie brand works to wind down its business in the U.K. and Australia.