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Army ends free AFN TV service for troops in Germany
Citing the rising availability of streaming services, the U.S. Army in Europe decided to stop subsidizing free basic cable television.
NBC boss takes aim at Quibi while touting Peacock
The chief executive of NBC Universal took aim at defunct streaming rival Quibi, noting that his own company's service Peacock has "stuff people want to watch."
Locast expands to two more television markets
Locast rolled out to viewers in two new local broadcast markets this week, bringing the total number of metropolitan areas served to 25.
T-Mobile announces new streaming television service
T-Mobile announced on Tuesday announced the launch of a new streaming television service that the company says is intend to compete with costly cable and satellite packages.
Comcast could drop KCRA Sacramento in December
Comcast is warning customers in the Sacramento television market that it may be forced to drop KCRA and KQCA from its lineup.
Blank-check firm backed by Dish founder cuts IPO size
A blank-check company established by the founder and current chairman of Dish Network has cut downsized its IPO.
Comcast could lose Comcast-owned channels in December
Comcast is warning customers that some of its own channels may disappear from its cable television service in December.
Australian TV networks floated idea of merger, report says
Australian broadcaster Seven Network discussed a possible acquisition by American media giant ViacomCBS earlier this year.
Disney accidentally tells Comcast customers they’ve lost FX, National Geographic
Some Comcast customers were confused Friday night after seeing two social media posts from Disney that claimed they'd lost access to FX and the National Geographic Channel.
T-Mobile to announce streaming TV service next week
T-Mobile will announce a new streaming television service next Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the company's plan.
Hulu drops Sinclair sports networks from live TV service
Hulu told customers they will lose regional Fox Sports networks and other Sinclair-owned sports channels on Friday.
Comcast to open retail stores in UK for Sky satellite
Comcast will soon open retail Sky television stores to sell TV and other services directly to customers.