UPDATE, 5:08 PM PT: Roku is removing RT from all of its channel stores, including those in the United States, following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. A Roku spokesperson confirmed the decision on Tuesday. The announcement follows DirecTV’s decision to drop RT America, which is the sister network of Russia … Read entire story.
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DirecTV plans to drop One America News Network, the right-wing channel known for its pro-Donald Trump coverage and commentary. The satellite provider, one of the largest distribution outlets, also plans to drop another channel, AWE, from OANN parent Herring Networks “We informed Herring Networks that, following a routine … Read entire story.
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Newsmax TV expanded its reach today. The independent right-wing news outlet led by Christopher Ruddy launched on AT&T’s DirecTV and U-verse platforms, making it available in nearly 40 million homes. Newsmax TV is making its U-verse debut and returning to the satcaster after a nearly yearlong … Read entire story.
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AT&T and Fox Networks Group have inked a deal to add 14 more Fox-affiliated station to the DirecTV Now streaming service. The addition brings the total of designated-market area outlets to 31, covering 90% of the top 20 markets. The sides said more stations will launch soon. The deal includes … Read entire story.
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Nielsen’s local and national TV ratings will begin include set-top box data from the nation’s No. 1 TV distributor, AT&T, this year as a result of a multi-year agreement the companies announced this morning. The information, they say, will be “anonymized” –industry-speak that … Read entire story.
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