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Comedians Jess Hilarious & DC Young Fly Set to Host the Second Annual BET Social Awards

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Thursday, February 21, 2019 - 8:24pm

Best known for their own viral videos, comedians @DCYoungFly, and @Jesshilarious_official will serve as the hosts for the second annual BET SOCIAL AWARDS.

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Best known for their own viral videos, comedians @DCYoungFly, and @Jesshilarious_official will serve as the hosts for the second annual BET SOCIAL AWARDS.
THE BET SOCIAL AWARDS airs LIVE Sunday, March 3rd at 8 p.m.
THE BET SOCIAL AWARDS is a BET Production, with Mike Epps, Kyra Robinson, Keshia Williams, Nile Evans and Patty DiMaria serving as Executive Producers.
Join the conversation on social media by logging on to our social media platforms using the hashtag: #BETSocialAwards.

Eldorado Resorts to Participate in Two Upcoming Institutional Investor Conferences

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Thursday, February 21, 2019 - 7:24pm

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Eldorado Resorts, Inc. (NASDAQ: ERI) (Eldorado or the Company) announced today that Chief Executive Officer, Tom Reeg, will be participating in two upcoming institutional investor conferences:

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Eldorado Resorts, Inc. (NASDAQ: ERI) (Eldorado or the Company) announced today that Chief Executive Officer, Tom Reeg, will be participating in two upcoming institutional investor conferences:
J.P. Morgans Global High Yield & Leveraged Finance Conference on Tuesday, February 26 at 2:00 p.m.
Mr. Reeg will participate in a fireside chat and conduct individual and group meetings with institutional investors.
J.P. Morgans Gaming, Lodging, Restaurant & Leisure Management Access Forum on Thursday, March 14 at 7:30 a.m. PT at Wynn Las Vegas.
Mr. Reeg will participate in a fireside chat and conduct individual and group meetings with institutional investors.

Hispanics Are 36% More Likely to Be Monthly Moviegoers, Compared to Overall US Moviegoers

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Thursday, February 21, 2019 - 4:35pm

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Research from MRI-Simmons and E-Poll shows that, compared to the average moviegoer nationwide, Hispanic moviegoers (ages 18 and above) are 36% more likely to see at least one movie a month.

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Research from MRI-Simmons and E-Poll shows that, compared to the average moviegoer nationwide, Hispanic moviegoers (ages 18 and above) are 36% more likely to see at least one movie a month.
Four in ten (41%) Hispanic moviegoers attend one movie a month or more, compared to 30% of all US moviegoers.
In addition, one out of 5 Hispanic moviegoers prefer to see a new movie on opening weekend; this makes them 69% more likely to do so compared to the average moviegoer nationwide.
DiCaprio, Reeves, and Chris Rock are the most-liked film actors among Hispanic moviegoers.

Alicia Keys, Garth Brooks and Halsey to Be Honored at the “2019 iHeartRadio Music Awards” Airing Live, Thursday, March 14, on FOX

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Thursday, February 21, 2019 - 3:00pm

The sixth annual iHeartRadio Music Awards also will broadcast live on iHeartMedia radio stations nationwide and iHeartRadio, the all-in-one digital music, podcast, on demand and live-streaming radio service.

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The sixth annual iHeartRadio Music Awards also will broadcast live on iHeartMedia radio stations nationwide and iHeartRadio, the all-in-one digital music, podcast, on demand and live-streaming radio service.
The alternative pop artist also is nominated in three 2019 iHeartRadio Music Awards categories, including Female Artist of the Year.
Proud partners of the 2019 iHeartRadio Music Awards include L'Oral Paris,Taco Bell and Total Wireless with more to be announced.
Microsoft Theater is home to the American Music Awards, ESPYs, Primetime Emmy Awards, BET Awards, Peoples Choice Awards, Radio Disney Music Awards, 2010, 2011 & 2015 MTV Video Music Awards, 2014 & 2015 MTV Movie Awards and the 2013 Rock N Roll Hall of Fame.

fuboTV and Viacom Announce Expansive Distribution Partnership

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Wednesday, February 20, 2019 - 4:00pm

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Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA) and fuboTV today announced a carriage agreement that will extend Viacoms global portfolio of premier entertainment brands to fuboTVs live TV streaming service.

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Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA) and fuboTV today announced a carriage agreement that will extend Viacoms global portfolio of premier entertainment brands to fuboTVs live TV streaming service.
This partnership also enhances fuboTVs Spanish-language base package, fubo Latino, with Viacoms Telefe and MTV Tr3s networks.
Were very excited to enter into this strategic partnership with Viacom, which continues to make prescient and aggressive moves in the digital media space, said Joel Armijo, CFO, fuboTV.
With the launch of fuboTV Espaa in 2018, it became the first U.S. virtual MVPD to enter Europe.

Comcast to Participate in Deutsche Bank Investor Conference

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Wednesday, February 20, 2019 - 3:00pm

On Tuesday, March 12, 2019, Dave Watson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Comcast Cable and Senior Executive Vice President of Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA), will participate in Deutsche Banks 27th Annual Media, Internet & Telecom Conference in Palm Beach, Florida.

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On Tuesday, March 12, 2019, Dave Watson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Comcast Cable and Senior Executive Vice President of Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA), will participate in Deutsche Banks 27th Annual Media, Internet & Telecom Conference in Palm Beach, Florida.
A live webcast of the event will be available on the Company's Investor Relations website at www.cmcsa.com on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at 9:40 A.M. Eastern Time.
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Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company with three primary businesses: Comcast Cable, NBCUniversal, and Sky.

Entertainment and AV Services for Better Patient Experience Valued by Dialysis Clinic Patients

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Wednesday, February 20, 2019 - 12:05pm

TeleHealth Services , the nations leading provider of comprehensive patient experience solutions, supplies televisions, AV systems and entertainment programming to hospitals and clinics throughout the United States.

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TeleHealth Services , the nations leading provider of comprehensive patient experience solutions, supplies televisions, AV systems and entertainment programming to hospitals and clinics throughout the United States.
TeleHealth Services also offers advanced patient engagement and education solutions using patient room televisions and tablets for both patients and staff.
We work with our dialysis center customers to provide patient entertainment and AV services that improve convenience and satisfaction for patients receiving dialysis treatment, including the latest television equipment and familiar TV programming options.
TeleHealth Services is driven to enhance the patient experience and positively impact health outcomes using innovative patient engagement and audiovisual technologies.

MOVIO Data Says Audience for 2019 OSCAR® “Best Picture” Nominated Films Was Youngest and Most Racially Diverse in Recent Years

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Wednesday, February 20, 2019 - 3:41am

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In order to analyze this, Movio aggregated together the audiences for all films nominated for Best Picture Oscars for the past several years to see how the audience demographics for nominated titles have changed over time.

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In order to analyze this, Movio aggregated together the audiences for all films nominated for Best Picture Oscars for the past several years to see how the audience demographics for nominated titles have changed over time.
The data results indicate that the audience attending films nominated for Best Picture in 2019 represent the youngest and most racially diverse Best Picture audience over the past several years.
2019 Best Picture nominated films are: Black Panther, BlacKkKlansman, Bohemian Rhapsody, The Favourite, Green Book, Roma, A Star is Born, and Vice.
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The audience attending films nominated for Best Picture 2019 represents the youngest and most racially diverse Best Picture audience over the past several years.

Audible and Broadway Video Join Forces to Create Robust Slate of Original Audio Comedy Projects

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Tuesday, February 19, 2019 - 4:30pm

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Audible is committed to creating extraordinary, top-quality original audio content through thoughtful collaboration with leading innovators, creators and actors, said David Blum, Editor in Chief of Audible Originals.

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Audible is committed to creating extraordinary, top-quality original audio content through thoughtful collaboration with leading innovators, creators and actors, said David Blum, Editor in Chief of Audible Originals.
We are delighted to work with Broadway Video, masters of creative storytelling and comedy, to create this completely unexpected and genre-defying entertainment.
Broadway Video is thrilled to partner with Audible in expanding our comedy slate to include this format, said Lorne Michaels.
These productions join a robust slate of Audible Originals, exclusive audio entertainment created by celebrated storytellers from the worlds of theater, journalism, comedy, literature and more.

Houston to Host the 2020 WWE® Royal Rumble®

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Saturday, February 16, 2019 - 12:15am

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WWE (NYSE: WWE) today announced that Minute Maid Park in Houston will host the Royal Rumble on Sunday, January 26, 2020.

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WWE (NYSE: WWE) today announced that Minute Maid Park in Houston will host the Royal Rumble on Sunday, January 26, 2020.
Additionally, fans in attendance will have the chance to win four tickets to the 2020 Royal Rumble by taking part in a special Twitter and Instagram sweepstakes.
We look forward to WWE fans from around the world descending on Houston for the Royal Rumble.
The event, which will stream live around the world on WWE Network, will feature a 30-Man Royal Rumble match, and a 30-Woman Royal Rumble match, with the winners of both matches receiving Championship opportunities at WrestleMania 36.