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Xfinity Introduces “Free This Week”: Unlocks Access to Premium Networks and Streaming Services Every Week of the Year

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023
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Comcast today announced, “Free This Week,” a new year-long program that will deliver Xfinity customers more value by unlocking a new selection of free content each week from top streaming services and premium networks, no strings attached.

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  • Comcast today announced, “Free This Week,” a new year-long program that will deliver Xfinity customers more value by unlocking a new selection of free content each week from top streaming services and premium networks, no strings attached.
  • “Free This Week” programming will be available for Xfinity customers and curated into one simple to navigate destination available on X1 and Flex.
  • A selection of “Free This Week” programming will also be available on the Xfinity Stream app and Xumo’s XClass TV.
  • Future participating networks and streaming services include HBO Max, SHOWTIME®, REVOLT, HISTORY Vault, Lifetime Movie Club and more.

Leading Scientists and Innovators Join Bill Gates to Address Environmental Solutions to Reach Net Zero by 2050 in Original Documentary and Educational Series, only on Wondrium

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022
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CHANTILLY, Va., March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The race for technological advances that will help us reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 is on!

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  • CHANTILLY, Va., March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The race for technological advances that will help us reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 is on!
  • "Getting to net zero by 2050 will be hard and will require innovation across sectors, but I'm optimistic that together we can reach our goals," said Gates.
  • The accompanying 10-part educational series pores over the science with the no-nonsense, course-like approach that Wondrium viewers know and love.
  • Bill Gates and other experts discuss climate change simply, and explain why it is so important that we reach our goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050.

hoopla digital Introduces BingePass, Featuring Unlimited Access to Magazines and New Video Content

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Thursday, December 9, 2021
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This expansion of patron accessibility continues hoopla's investment in bringing public libraries the best value for the best digital content.

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  • This expansion of patron accessibility continues hoopla's investment in bringing public libraries the best value for the best digital content.
  • "We're very excited to launch hoopla BingePass and bring a new innovation to public libraries," said hoopla digital founder Jeff Jankowski.
  • "The BingePass model opens up endless opportunities for the types of content hoopla can provide library patrons.
  • To access content on hoopla digital, cardholders of participating libraries can download the free hoopla digital mobile app on their Android or iOS device or visit hoopladigital.com .

Wondrium Launches First To Market Educational FAST Channel, TRUE HISTORY

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021
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CHANTILLY, Va., Oct. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Wondrium , the leading streaming provider of nonfiction learning content, announced today that it will be launching the world's first FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) Channel in the education genre, TRUE HISTORY.

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  • CHANTILLY, Va., Oct. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Wondrium , the leading streaming provider of nonfiction learning content, announced today that it will be launching the world's first FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) Channel in the education genre, TRUE HISTORY.
  • With premium content from Wondrium , the company's recently rebranded global streaming platform for lifelong learning, TRUE HISTORY is a free 24/7 streaming linear channel geared towards history enthusiasts and those with a thirst for knowledge.
  • "History has always been one of our most popular subjects, so it made sense to create an entire channel around it.
  • Content made available to stream on TRUE HISTORY includes: The Black Death: The World's Most Devastating Plague, History Of the CIA, and Playball: The Rise of Baseball, among others.

Technology Leader Pushpay Announces New Executive Leadership, Promotes Kevin Kuck to Chief Operations Officer

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Wednesday, August 18, 2021
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REDMOND, Wash., Aug. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pushpay (NZSX:PPH, ASX:PPH, 'Pushpay' or 'the Company'), the leading payments and engagement solutions provider for the faith-based, non-profit, and education sectors, today announces the appointment of Kevin Kuck as Chief Operations Officer.

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  • REDMOND, Wash., Aug. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pushpay (NZSX:PPH, ASX:PPH, 'Pushpay' or 'the Company'), the leading payments and engagement solutions provider for the faith-based, non-profit, and education sectors, today announces the appointment of Kevin Kuck as Chief Operations Officer.
  • He came to Pushpay in 2014 as an Operations and Insight Manager and was promoted to Vice President of Operations in 2015.
  • In 2018 Kevin took on the role of Senior Vice President of Operations, which was his last position before the promotion to Chief Operations Officer.
  • In addition to this executive change, Pushpays Chief Financial Officer Shane Sampson has announced his resignation, effective October 2021.

Leading Educational Streaming Platform, The Great Courses Plus, to Rebrand as Wondrium and Expand Nonfiction Content Offering for The Lifelong Learner

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021
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Altogether, they will help fill the service\'s library with more than 7,500 hours of streaming video including award-winning, international documentary and independent films, docuseries, short-form series, featurettes, courses and tutorials.

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  • Altogether, they will help fill the service\'s library with more than 7,500 hours of streaming video including award-winning, international documentary and independent films, docuseries, short-form series, featurettes, courses and tutorials.
  • In 2015, the launch of the brand\'s streaming service, The Great Courses Plus, opened the door for a broader audience and a new range of topics.
  • We\'ve spent the last 30 years crafting moments and experiences that have given our members those \'Aha!\' moments.
  • The Great Courses and The Great Courses Plus are the premier, consumer-facingbrands of The Teaching Company.

The Great Courses Plus Announces Voice-Activated Audio Streaming

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Tuesday, August 14, 2018
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CHANTILLY, Va. and NEW YORK, Aug. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Today, The Teaching Company, in conjunction with its platform partner ViewLift , announce the launch of The Great Courses Plus audio streaming on Amazon's Alexa Echo.

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  • CHANTILLY, Va. and NEW YORK, Aug. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Today, The Teaching Company, in conjunction with its platform partner ViewLift , announce the launch of The Great Courses Plus audio streaming on Amazon's Alexa Echo.
  • Alexa is pioneering the voice-command home assistant revolution, and we are happy to add it to the ways users can experience The Great Courses Plus."
  • The Great Courses Plus product, first launched in 2016 has become the premier video on demand service for lifelong learners.
  • Creating unique learning experiences since 1990, The Great Courses and The Great Courses Plus are the premier brands of The Teaching Company, the nation's leading developer and marketer of premium-quality media for lifelong learning and personal enrichment.