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AMC Networks to lay off 20 percent of staff
AMC Networks is preparing a round of layoffs that will see its staff reduced by around 20 percent
Vidgo adds Cinedigm content to on-demand catalog
Vidgo has added hundreds of TV shows and movies from Cinedigm to its on-demand library, the company said on Tuesday.
Streaming customers frustrated by lack of “Rudolph” on CBS
Streaming TV customers found themselves unable to watch the classic stop-motion animated movie "Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer" on CBS.
Twitter alleged to skip out on paying some workers
Some employees working for Twitter's global offices did not receive their paychecks this month, according to a report.
Dish drops several Cox Media local stations
For the second time in two years, Dish Network has dropped several local broadcast stations owned by Cox Media Group after being asked to pay more in fees.
Streaming services offer deep discounts for Cyber Monday
A round-up of the best Cyber Monday 2022 deals on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Showtime, Paramount Plus, HBO, Peacock and more.
Fox warns of potential carriage dispute with DirecTV
Fox Corporation is warning of a programming blackout on DirecTV and DirecTV Stream if a new agreement isn't reached by Friday.
Fox Sports breaks viewership record for soccer match
The World Cup match between the United States and England broke a viewership record for Fox Sports.
Streaming options abound for Iran vs. USA match at World Cup
There are several streaming options to watch the much-anticipated Iran vs. USA FIFA 2022 World Cup soccer match in Qatar on Tuesday.
Comcast set to raise Broadcast TV fee in most areas
Comcast will increase the Broadcast TV fee by $5 to $8 in December, with some subscribers paying as much as $27 a month for local stations.
Philo offers 80 percent off subscription during holiday sale
Philo is offering an 80 percent discount on its streaming service, which is already the cheapest way to watch Yellowstone without a traditional cable or satellite bundle.
Paramount Plus offering 50 percent off holiday sale
Paramount Global is offering a deep discount on its flagship streaming service Paramount Plus.