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Satellite TV Channels Uninterested in Kennedys Miniseries

January 19th, 2011 by

The surname ‘Kennedy’ has been a household name for many generations. People are familiar with the family from their political legacy, their wealth, their celebrity and their tragedies. There exists a great amount of curiosity about this famous family whose controversies and catastrophes have been so public, but yet somehow so private at the same time. It’s evident that more is going on just below the surface than the average member of the general public sees, and many admirers and adversaries would give quite a lot for just a quick peek into the real world and the real history behind the Kennedy family. Producers of a new mini-series aptly named “The Kennedys” were counting on this curiosity and intrigue when they created a work based on the lives of the members of the Kennedy family. Now, what they are finding is that while public interest might be strong, the interest […]

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Satellite TV Brings Spanish Language Programming to Viewers

January 19th, 2011 by

To date the United States of America has no official language. As we are a country of immigrants there has never been an official language laid out. While the most predominant language is English, there are other languages that are also widely spoken in the country. The second most spoken language in the United States is Spanish, followed by Chinese. Television programming has tried, especially in recent years, to cater to people who speak languages other than English. With satellite tv programming there have been more and more channels that cater to Spanish speakers.Other Posts:Consider Purchasing Satellite TVAscent Media Network Services Names Managing Director For SingaporeFirst German spy satellite completedNorthrop Grumman completes study of EPS payloadILS and SES announce three new Proton launchesCartosat-2B to be launched on 9 MayOrbital Express mission runs into problem, report3D TV – The Future of Sports Broadcasting?

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Loving Culture in America With Satellite TV

January 19th, 2011 by

Even if you weren’t born in the United States, there’s something to say for the ubiquity of American cultural events, entertainment and people. These are the things that are broadcast across the world on a daily basis. Multinational corporations and the Hollywood movie industry have made it their business to export ideas, images, food, and more all over world. The American landscape is literally so diverse, that you could spend an eternity exploring all the different facets that make it the unique and ever-changing thing that we see today. Among the best ways to really take this cultural diversity in, appreciating it for all that it’s worth, is with the help of satellite TV.Other Posts:Siemens Supplies IPTV Turnkey To Croatian T-ComZhongxing 6B suffers brief outageWorldspace Sets Plan To Retain Stock ListingDirecTV-10 Orbited Aboard ILS ProtonThe Pros and Cons of Watching Cable TVISE to provide mission control facility to RascomStar-QAFThe Relationship […]

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Three Questions to Ask Yourself When Comparing Satellite TV Deals

January 19th, 2011 by

With more and more people getting tired of the limitations of cable television, satellite TV is quickly becoming the preferred entertainment source in homes across the country. By now, the number of U.S. residences equipped with a satellite system numbers in the millions. Some people are simply making the switch just because their neighbors or friends have done so and recommend it, but the overwhelming number of advantages that satellite offers simply can not be denied. New subscribers will enjoy benefits like a wide variety of programming options that continues to get wider and wider, high quality customer service that can not be beat, competitive pricing, and easy to use technology, among others.Other Posts:First Advanced EHF satellite launchedLockheed Martin Corp. (Space Systems) results Q1 2009Telesat sells interest in Telstar 10 (Apstar IIR)Intelsat-15 launch delayed; Intelsat-24 becomes latest fleet memberHarris To Develop Encryption Device For ArmySatellite TV 101: What Makes You […]

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Televisions Are Boring Without Satellite TV Entertainment

January 19th, 2011 by

Although televisions have the ability to keep you entertained for hours on end, a set without the right media can be downright boring. You might as well read the newspaper or even just stare at the wall when there’s nothing good to watch. How often have you come home from work and tried finding something entertaining on TV only to fail miserably in your search? It’s not your fault. Over-the-air programming just can’t cut it, but satellite TV can. Sign up today if you’re ready to breathe new life into your television set.Other Posts:New MCPC platform on AsiaSat 3SEmcore Wins Solar Cell OrderLockheed, Boeing Submit GPS 3 BidsiDirect granted patents for satellite industry technologiesSpacehab drops RDM claim with NASASTEREO spacecraft complete lunar swing-bySpaceX conducts static test firing of next Falcon 1 rocketLaskys Adds Satellite Navigation And Communications To Product Line

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Don’t Sacrifice Local Favorites When You Switch to Satellite TV

January 19th, 2011 by

Perhaps you are one of a great majority that is tempted to switch over to satellite tv, yet afraid you will lose access to your favorite local channels. You have a right to be concerned, though it is in your best interest to do the research before making snap judgments about all providers. While many alternative dish networks may have forced you to sacrifice the local favorites that you’ve held dear for so long, there are a variety of new services that recognize your individual needs and have created comprehensive options that allow you to essentially ‘have your cake and eat it too’.Other Posts:SUNY continues to use AMC-5 capacityAAS radar altimeter for new CryoSatIndia to launch Cartosat-2B in springRussian TV Times takes Intelsat 12 transpondersNorthrop Grumman submits proposal for GOES-R to NASAHarris to bid as prime contractor for GOES-R ground segmentReport: Video, DTH to dominate Asian transponder marketTen years ago: […]

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Watch The Best Movies And Save Money With Satellite TV

January 19th, 2011 by

If you are a big movie buff then you might find yourself with enormous bills at the cinema. In this age where it seems as if everyone is cutting back on something in order to save more, folks need to find a cheaper way to watch the movies that they love. While going out every once in a while can be fun, it is a drain on the budget if it is done incessantly. Fortunately, there is a way that movie lovers everywhere can indulge in their favorite movies and come out ahead all at the same time. By signing up for a satellite TV package you will get access to thousands of movies every month and pay one low price.
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Spaceflight, ISILaunch co-operate on piggyback launches

January 18th, 2011 by

Spaceflight Services and Innovative Space Logistics BV (ISILaunch) announced that they have teamed to create a global spaceflight services provider for small and secondary payloads.
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