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We all like vegging in front of the TV every now and again, but the problem that plagues us all is the fact that many times, there's just nothing on! Well no more is this going to be the case with a network like TV Land around

February is Black History Month, This is the black history of New Bedford, Massachusetts

Tonight on Spike TV at 11:00 the new show "1000 Ways to Die" will premiere amid a storm rush of hoopla and controversy.

All you have to do is dig out an old copy of TV Guide from just 20 years ago and hold it up to the new format of TV Guide to see the differences in quality. But the inside contents is where you'll realize the world of difference between TV Guide of old and now...

Pamela Anderson Lee's wedding outfit (a white bikini), Debbie Gibson's halloween Seances, and Pres. Nixon's favorite Johnny Cash tune. Learn while you laugh. A music event timeline, covering the craziness of rock history w/ some down2earth facts mixed in.

US History is taught in Elementary, Middle, and High School. If you stopped a person on the street and asked them questions about US history they will not be able to answer you. US history is taught ineffectively.

Howard Zinn's watershed 1980 history "A People's History of the United States" will be made into a four-hour television miniseries

With the rising cost of cable television, more people are making the switch to satellite TV. Perhaps you are among the many considering it. But how do you decide? To make an informed decision, it might help to know how satellite TV actually works.

Why is Black History only celebrated once a year?

Hear what students from around the world are saying in response to Black History Month. This woven tapestry of resonses captures the outsiders perspective to this American celebration of African-American contribution to American history.

Read on for a detailed look at who may win this year's Golden Globes in television in all eleven categories!

TV is not only filled with educational programs, but you'll also find inspirational programming as well. Before tossing out your television, read the following ten reasons to watch TV.

In an interview with Stephen Gegler, the TV historian makes it clear that he has many issues with the list that was introduced by TV Guide about the top 25 cult TV shows.

Most Watch TV on your PC programs out there are riddled with networks from around the world that you are not interested in. This page offers only American Syndicated and Cable TV networks that offer free streaming programs.

It seems strange that a deal between The History Channel and the Library of Congress wasn't made a long time ago to do TV specials on rare artifacts giving new perspectives on American history. This deal might just go down as a major piece of history on its own...

In just ten short years TV Land has gone from being totally unique to being just another faceless part of the crowd.

Court TV has amazed me with it's new programs and thrilling court coverage. Get ready to be entertained!

Black History is a foreign study for me. Therefore, I am writing this series of articles on black history notables to educate the public and myself on black history in the United States.

Are TV execs trying to be environmentally-friendly or what? Here is a look at the different types of recycling going on with the boob tube.

NBC offers a fresh new concept with it's new television series, "Chuck".

Yes, they have finally done it. A television-guru's dream - a top of the line refrigerator with a 15" LCD Television built right into it. But what else is amazing about this TV? Read on to find out!

A run-down of ten of the most influential television shows in history.

"Twenty Good Years," a new NBC comedy, was supposed to showcase the talents of veteran actors John Lithgow and Jeffrey Tambour. While it has potential, the show fell flatter than the dialogue, the jokes, and the oddly-placed laugh track.

With the drop in ratings after Heroes' first season hiatus, NBC asked creator Tim Kring to come up with a new idea to keep the interest up, and so Heroes: Origins was born.

The cast of the NBC hit The Office were largely unknown before joining the show, but that has quickly changed.

Many actors who achieve film success begin in TV. Of the 2006 Oscar nominees, here are some who went from the small screen to the big screen. Some of them continue to work in both mediums

Heroes has quickly moved up in the ranks as one of America's favorite TV shows. Who would have thought a comic book like show could do so well on prime time television.

A biographical review of the ensemble cast of "Heroes", a new NBC drama premiering this fall.

The consolidation of TV networks is a good thing and something that should be repeated if not made permanent someday. A smaller news network universe would bring people together easier and help raise more money to help fight cancer...

Heroes is Field of Dreams and Six Degrees of Separation
How can you wait to find out more about time, space and transporting
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Good TV is hard to find. It is especially hard these days when networks are more likely to pull the plug than let a show have a chance.

NBC's new fall show "Heroes" has started off with a bang?literally.

While Heroes is only in its first season, the show has gained many fans and is one of the most popular shows on television. The show follows an episodic and character driven approach that has made shows like "Lost" such a great hit.

"Heroes" is a show that unites people with unique abilities as they strive to save the world from the evil that lurks in the shadows.

If you weren't afraid of Killer BOB, you might be deranged.

Top 10 moments that made TV special

The early history of the launching of Howdy Doody is one that will defy your capacity to believe. Even so, it still may not be quite as difficult as explaining to future generations why millions watched American Idol.

Over the course of TV history, a number of shows have even been responsible for making young people want a career in law enforcement because of the way they glamorized police work and made it appear exciting.

While the debate rages around the Geico cavemen being turned into a TV show, it's easy to lose sight that this is not a new phenomenon.

A 9-DVD boxed set sampling the popular genres with representative episodes from the early years of TV.

If you did not catch the awe inspiring cable television show that was Flavor of Love, you're in luck. It looks like VH1 will be brining back the show for a second season. But can they repeat the magical casting that made the original so special?

Without fail for the last 37 years--network TV's mid-season replacement shows have produced many classic sitcoms and dramas while fall shows mostly fail. You can't help but wonder if there's a deliberate marketing method to that madness by network execs...

In 1987, unknown individuals compromised Chicago's air waves and broadcast their own twisted television program.

Do you know what commercial has essentially never disappeared from TV screens since its debut in 1970? Hint: It features a boy walking around a forest with no clothes on.

If you have Netflix and a Roku you can start watching The League of Gentlemen immediately. Just make sure to set aside five or six hours for the rest of the night because you'll probably want to get through all of them in one sitting.

If you think NBC, CBS and ABC have always had an unchallenged monopoly on television, then you're about to learn that various millionaires have tried to start a fourth network as competition. And failed DuMont Network may have imparted revenge in one unique way...

My personal view on television, how my viewing habits have changed and the state of current television trends.

A breakdown of NBC's Fall lineup for 2007-2008.

Read this and see for yourself. Do you think that America's Popular Culture is dictated by our advertising? Or just the opposite?

Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, Hanukkah - fodder for funny episodes of classic sitcoms.

Suzanne Pleshette, who achieved television immortality playing Bob Newhart's wife in the classic 1970s sit-com "The Bob Newhart Show," died of respiratory failure in Los Angeles. She had been battling lung cancer.

We may have to start looking at lip-synching in different ways depending on the situation of a performing artist and the kind of show you're watching. In the case of Luciano Pavarotti lip-synching in his final performance, it's part of a common technical process...

These dads will make most of us appreciate the men who raised us.

Yes, Virginian, American television actually used to challenge one's intellect rather than insult it.

The story of how the 1812 Overture became associated with the Fourth of July

If there's one reality show that needs a little weekly, socio-cultural analysis, then it's the Flavor Flav vehicle: Flavor of Love 2.

The crazed antics of Televisions first dysfunctional family can now be enjoyed on DVD. The Married with Children boxed DVD sets are a must have for anyone into collecting vintage comedy sitcoms.

Police shows have been some of the most interesting and most successful in television. While there have been numerous shows, these ten stand out in my mind as the best.

Jeannie's Bottle? Phasers? Lightsabers? Which movie props do you love?

Get the Roku and watch everything from The Dick Van Dyke Show to Tripping the Rift.

You think you know everything about kissing? Think again. Special for you, fresh cool facts!

A list of some of the shows you should be tuning into.

This piece explores two problems that historians face when attempting to present a non-biased version of history. These problems include the limited "facts" available for observation and the constant evolution of what we deem "facts".

Television watching by children can be very educational and beneficial to their development, but viewing the wrong programs cannot be good.

Online and offline resources to use in finding your family history.

Finding unique history themed gifts can be difficult, but not impossible. Fun history gifts as well as educational ones can be bought if you know where to look.

Looking for that perfect book for that history buff in your family or circle of friends? Here are ten ideas to get you started.

George Bush believes History will vindicate his decision to invade Iraq. However, cultural patterns in the Middle East have proven far more complex than the president imagined.

Butte also has something few other cities can claim - a rich and incredible history. Visiting Butte, even today, one can literally step back into time. Butte is also one of only two cities to be recognized as a National Historic Landmark

This article discusses in order, all of the early Dynasties in Chinese history. Periods of time for each Dynasty and major events which occured as also featured. Also discussed is China's Sino centricity, or focus on China, during the various Dynasties.

A commentary on how history is taught in the country and what it tells about Filipinos

TBS wants us to love "Frank TV", but I'm saying no, no, no.

A multimedia creator offers inside tips on the many TV Content Sites now showing on the Web.

The 1970's Saturday morning TV show Land of the Lost may not be cutting-edge by today's standards, but its charm and originality still win fans.

A look at the American "New History" movement led by Frederick Jackson Turner and CHarles Beard.

This is a brief history of the Ba'thist party and ideology in the Middle East. Originating in Syria then spreading to Iraq. After being destroyed in Iraq the Future of the ideology is unclear as it only governs today in Syria

History is fascinating. Unfortunately, most history classes aren't. Here's some ideas to help you along.

The history of early Islamic expansion into South Asia in the 10th-12th centuries BCE provides a fascinating look at the roots of Islamic Empire. There are many connections to be made between Islam's ancient history and its actions in the world today.

This is a brief history of the Ba'thist party and ideology in the Middle East. Originating in Syria then spreading to Iraq. After being destroyed in Iraq the Future of the ideology is unclear as it only governs today in Syria

Even if you think U.S. history is not exciting, this book is very readable and funny. Highly recommended!

An overview of black history month events, including a film series and lecture series, in Kansas City and surrounding suburbs.

What follows here is a list of my personal picks for the top ten television theme songs of all time.

Having attended Queens College for awhile now, both as an undergrad and now as a grad student, I've come to know a lot about the college and its annual salute to Black History Month.

The Luncheon showcased pieces from the Scipio II collection including apparels, uniforms and regalia of various fighting units, ornaments, maps, documentary items, photographs, rare books on military history, oral history captured on analog tapes and research material.

Recently I read an article about why Mr. Sexton is against Black history month. This is my rebuttal to the article, the history of Black history month, and a response to some of the comments on his article.

Everyone is familiar with marijuana. And many of the U.S. population has "tried" the drug. But, many people aren't familiar with its history, benefits and drawbacks. Thus I have compiled a detailed report on the history and benefits of this facinating plant, marijuana.

If you dislike technical and lengthy historical texts, you will love this simple description of United States History from Christopher Columbus the the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Women's History Month is often forgotten or just unknown by the populace at large. Here are five ways in which you can actively celebrate women and their history.

The Olin Library, on Drury's campus, has an amazing exhibit sponsored by the Greene County's History Museum. "Pieces of Dreams" shares photographs dated from the 1950's to today, showing how each generation has lived and progressed.

Short biography of Dr. Carter G. Woodson contributor in establishing Black History Month.

TV is powerful technology: it can entertain, educate, & broadcast the latest news. TV at face value is not a bad thing; but, when one begins to know more about the lives of those on TV, than the lives of their own family/children, then it's time to turn the boob tube off...

February marks the beginning of Black History Month, an annual celebration that has existed since 1926. But what are the origins of Black History Month?

Is the show I Love New York 2 just bad TV, or do the characters perpetuate the sterotypes made popular by the minstrel show of years past?

Where black history has led us, how it effects us on a daily basis and the presumptions we make due to our perceptions of it.

A large number of work-at-home parents rely on television to help keep their children occupied while they get some work done, but you may be wondering whether or not that is really good for your child.