Politics
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‘Catwoman: Hunted’ Animated Movie Bowing Feb. 8
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment will release the animated movie Catwoman: Hunted for digital purchase and on Blu-ray Disc and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Feb. 8. The ‘PG-13’ film finds Catwoman (Elizabeth Gillies) attempting to steal a priceless jewel, putting her squarely in the crosshairs of both a powerful consortium of villains and the ever-resourceful Interpol, … Continue reading “‘Catwoman: Hunted’ Animated Movie Bowing Feb. 8”
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HBO Max Releases First Two Episodes of ‘Young Justice: Phantoms’ During DC Fandome
Fans tuning in to the DC Fandome online event Oct. 16 will given an eagerly awaited first look at the fourth season of “Young Justice.” Following the debut of the trailer, it was announced that the first two episodes of Young Justice: Phantoms are now streaming on HBO Max. New episodes of the animated series … Continue reading “HBO Max Releases First Two Episodes of ‘Young Justice: Phantoms’ During DC Fandome”
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FuboTV Adds NASCAR to Pending Sportsbook
Fubo Sportsbook, the pending mobile sportsbook from online streaming platform FuboTV, has signed a partnership agreement with NASCAR to become an “authorized gaming operator” for the stockcar governing body. Fubo Sportsbook and NASCAR will collaborate to provide racing fans with a unique wagering experience. The launch of Fubo Sportsbook (in Q4 2021) is an industry-first … Continue reading “FuboTV Adds NASCAR to Pending Sportsbook”
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Ted Sarandos Defends Comic Dave Chappelle Over Controversial Netflix Special
Netflix co-CEO and chief content officer Ted Sarandos is defending the streamer’s decision to keep “The Closer,” an original new stand-up special featuring comic Dave Chappelle on the platform. The program has drawn protests regarding Chappelle’s comments about the transgender community. Specifically, Chappelle, in the special, defends “Harry Potter” author J.K. Rowling, who has criticized … Continue reading “Ted Sarandos Defends Comic Dave Chappelle Over Controversial Netflix Special”
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Zuckerberg Apologizes for Six-Hour Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp Shutdown
Facebook founder/CEO Mark Zuckerberg has apologized for his platform’s unexplained six-hour shutdown Oct. 4 that affected tens of millions of people globally. The unexpected outage, which tracking firm Downdetector said resulted in 10.6 million reported problems worldwide throughout the day Monday, reportedly was the largest tech disruption on record. In 2008, Facebook went dark for … Continue reading “Zuckerberg Apologizes for Six-Hour Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp Shutdown”
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Doc ‘Fauci’ Streaming on Disney+ Oct. 6
Fauci, a feature documentary about the U.S. government’s infectious disease advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci, M.D., will premiere on Disney+ Oct. 6. The film debuted in select theaters in the United States Sept. 10. The documentary delivers a glimpse into the long-standing professional career and personal life of the public servant, who after a lifetime of … Continue reading “Doc ‘Fauci’ Streaming on Disney+ Oct. 6”
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Looking Back at the Impact of 9/11 on Movies and TV
The devastating impacts of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, reached far and wide, beginning with the nearly 3,000 lives lost that day. The aftermath of the devastation would leave people, governments and businesses reeling to take stock of the priorities of a post 9/11 world. In Hollywood, studios scrambled to assess productions that … Continue reading “Looking Back at the Impact of 9/11 on Movies and TV”
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Netflix Questions New Proposed Italian Content Spending Mandates
Netflix Italy is questioning new proposed localized content requirements that could see over-the-top video distributors required by 2025 to spend 25% of net revenue on Italian and European programming. Current European Union rules stipulate streamers like Netflix spend 12.5% annually on localized content. SVOD pioneer Netflix has more than 210 million subscribers globally, including 68.7 … Continue reading “Netflix Questions New Proposed Italian Content Spending Mandates”
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Fox Nation to Stream 20th Anniversary 9/11 Tributes
Subscription streaming platform Fox Nation is set to launch several new programs to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on New York’s Twin Towers, the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., and downing of a commercial aircraft in rural Pennsylvania that killed more than 3,000 people. On Friday, Sept. 10, and continuing through … Continue reading “Fox Nation to Stream 20th Anniversary 9/11 Tributes”
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Mike Richards Stepping Down as New ‘Jeopardy!’ Game Show Host
In a surprise development, Mike Richards, the newly named host of the “Jeopardy!” game show, reportedly stepped down from the position Aug. 20, with the venerable Sony Pictures Television syndicated show reverting back to guest hosts. The Aug. 20 taping was canceled. The move would not appear to affect other new “Jeopardy” co-host Mayim Bialik, … Continue reading “Mike Richards Stepping Down as New ‘Jeopardy!’ Game Show Host”
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OTT.X Fall Summit Moving Outside, Requiring COVID-19 Vaccination or Test
The OTT.X. Fall Summit, taking place Sept. 1-2 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles, will move all activities outside, and attendees will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test within 72 hours of the start of the event. Masks will not be required outdoors but will be required … Continue reading “OTT.X Fall Summit Moving Outside, Requiring COVID-19 Vaccination or Test”
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NAB Show to Require Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
The NAB Show scheduled for Oct. 9-13 in Las Vegas and associated co-located events will require attendees to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination, Chris Brown, EVP and managing director of global connections and events for the National Association of Broadcasters, wrote in an email to the community. “While the enthusiasm is building, we are keenly … Continue reading “NAB Show to Require Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination”