Arts & Entertainment

A one-page typed letter in German signed by Albert Einstein referring to Sir Isaac Newton; an autograph letter signed twice by General George A. Custer with Battle of Little Big Horn associations; and a crisp sepia-toned photograph of then-President Theodore Roosevelt signed and dedicated to Pope Pius X are just a few of the historically significant items bidders will vie for in University Archives’ online-only Rare Signed Autographs, Manuscripts, Books & Memorabilia auction on Wednesday, Sept. 18. The auction will start promptly at 10:00 am Eastern time. All 549 lots in the catalog are up for viewing and bidding now on the newly redesigned University Archives website – www.UniversityArchives.com – as well as LiveAuctioneers.com, Invaluable.com and Auctionzip.com. Phone and absentee bids will also be taken. “The September 18th auction will feature outstanding historical documents, rare books, celebrity autographs, photographs, original artwork, relics, and ... Continue reading →

The 1790-1795 ship’s log kept by British Royal Navy officer Peter Rainier – after whom Mount Rainier in Washington state was named – is the centerpiece lot in a Books & Manuscripts: 1st Editions + More auction slated for Thursday, September 19th, by Grant Zahajko Auctions, online and live in the gallery located at 510 Morgan Street in Davenport.  Admiral Peter Rainier (1741-1808) served in the Royal Navy during the Seven Years’ War, the American Revolutionary War and the Napoleonic Wars from 1794 to 1805. He was commander-in-chief of the Navy’s East Indies Station, covering all seas between the Cape of Good Hope and the South China Sea. Mount Rainier was named after him by British explorer George Vancouver.  Rainier’s ship’s log begins on June 30, 1790, with, “Proceedings on board His Majesty’s Ship Monarch….” That year, he became commander of the HMS Monarch. The ship’s log contains 473 handwritten ... Continue reading →

Antique denim jeans and rare U.S. gold coins dominated the list of top lots at Holabird Western Americana Collections, LLC’s American Treasures of the Past auction held August 22nd thru 25th, online and live in the Reno gallery. More than 2,100 lots in a rainbow of collecting categories came up for bid in an auction that ended up grossing a robust $1.3 million. Antique denim pants as collectibles? Yes, when they were worn during the era of the 1800s mining days of the American West they can fetch dizzying dollars. The top earner of the general Americana category was a pair of button fly Mountaineer brand jeans from ZCMI of Salt Lake City. Discovered in a house in Utah as insulation lining the walls in 2024, the pants, with a Mormon connection, sold for $21,250. A pair of AB Elfelt & Company Pioneer brand brown canvas pants with full label and buckle intact, plain buttons and blue wool factory lining, in nice condition, gaveled for $10,000; while a circa 1875-1880 pair of ... Continue reading →

Woody Auction will embrace the active fall auction season with an Art Glass, Lamps & Much More auction slated to happen on Saturday, September 21st, live and online, starting at 9:30 am Central time. Expected top lots include a vase signed Galle and a vase signed Daum Nancy. Both are gorgeous French cameo art glass vases in souffle/relief from the late 19th /early 20th century. “Illuminate your space with timeless elegance and charm with our exquisite collection of antique lamps,” invited Jason Woody of Woody Auction. “Our September 21st auction will bring a bright light to the antique world with all the quality lamps that will shine over other antiques from makers such as Galle, Daum Nancy, Tiffany, Wave Crest, Buffalo Pottery, Royal Vienna, Carnival Glass and more.” The auction will be held online (thru LiveAuctioneers.com) as well as live in Woody’s auction hall located at 130 Third Street in Douglass. In total, 399 lots will cross the auction ... Continue reading →

If you’re an Instacart Plus member, you can enjoy Peacocktv.com/tv Premium at no additional cost. This partnership provides a great way to access premium content while also benefiting from Instacart’s delivery services. You will get a family account, 5% credit back, lower service fees, unlimited free delivery on orders over $35, and further savings on your first or second order are all included.  How to Get It? To access Peacock Premium with Instacart Plus, ensure you are subscribed to the Instacart Plus membership. This benefit is typically included as part of your subscription package. Check your Instacart account details or contact customer support if you need assistance with activation. Limitations: Membership Requirement: This offer is only available to active Instacart Plus members. If you cancel your Instacart Plus subscription, you will lose access to Peacock Premium. Regional Availability: The availability of this offer may vary based on your ... Continue reading →

If you’re an Xfinity Now TV subscriber, you get Peacock Premium at no extra cost. This means you can enjoy Peacocktv.com/tv full content library, including exclusive shows and movies, without paying for an additional subscription.  How to Get It? As an Xfinity Now TV subscriber, this benefit is typically included with your current subscription package. You don’t need to pay extra or sign up separately for Peacock Premium. The offer is usually applied automatically to eligible accounts. Perks: Free Access: Enjoy all the premium content of Peacock without any additional charge. Wide Range of Content: Watch exclusive shows, movies, and live sports included in Peacock Premium. Convenience: No need for separate subscriptions or payments for Peacock. Limitations: Service Requirement: This offer is only available if you are an active Xfinity Now TV subscriber. If you cancel your Xfinity Now TV service, you may lose access to Peacock Premium. ... Continue reading →

Ilove saying new things suck and old things are great. It’s a knee-jerk condition of all parents over the age of 33. At some point, after you’ve experienced more than 3000 infant/toddler/preschooler meltdowns, you develop an inner-Larry David, a cynical voice of reason that sort of mocks things mercilessly. It’s a defense mechanism, and I understand it. So, with that in mind, I’m going to say something I can’t believe I’m saying: That Peacock, the new streaming service from NBC/Universal, is actually not that bad. Previously, when the news of Peacocktv.com/tv was announced, I encouraged everyone I knew to roll their eyes. This feeling of utter exhaustion when it comes to new streaming subscriptions is fairly universal; a recent headline from The Onion read: “New Streaming Service Still Struggling To Come Up With Name Stupid Enough That Public Becomes Furious When They Hear It.” Let’s face it, when you read ... Continue reading →

Activate YouTube on Streaming Devices (Roku) Connect your Roku device to your TV and log into Roku.  Then, choose the channel Store. Navigate to the ad channel section right away.  Here, YouTube is simply accessible from the “My channels” list.  Further, click the gear icon in the upper left corner of YouTube.  Now complete the registration by providing your Google account information.  Roko will then create the code and you take note of that code.  Visit the Yt.be/activate website on your mobile device or laptop.  Further, log in to your Google account.  Roko users may enjoy YouTube seamlessly.   Continue reading →

FuboTV has launched a proprietary connected TV ad format called 'The Triple Play.'  Fubo.tv/connect Inc. (d/b/a Fubo) (NYSE: FUBO), the leading sports-first live TV streaming platform, announced it is further enhancing its ad inventory with a new proprietary Connected TV (CTV) ad format, The Triple Play. The next iteration of Fubo's continued ad innovation, The Triple Play is a unique opportunity to feature advertiser-branded video content on the highly-visible home screen of Fubo's premium CTV platform. Available in the coming days, The Triple Play will launch sponsored by a major national retailer’s back-to-school campaign, providing the brand complete share of voice on Fubo's home screen. The new high-impact ad unit allows advertisers to strategically position branded content alongside relevant curated programming and creative assets, maximizing reach and engagement on a large screen. Upon opening the Fubo product, subscribers are typically greeted by ... Continue reading →

If you’re only looking to watch USA Network for a limited time, you can take advantage of the free trials from DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, and fubo to watch USA Network for free without cable. You will need to enter a payment method to sign up for the free trials, but you won’t be charged anything as long as you cancel before the trial is over. Reference : Usanetwork.com/activatenbcu. USA Network broadcasts a huge range of content, from iconic series like Psych and White Collar to massive sports events like NASCAR, WWE, and — most importantly right now — events at the 2024 Summer Olympics. All this content is easy to miss if you’ve recently cut the cord on cable, but, luckily, there are a few easy solutions. Several live TV streaming services carry USA Network, which means you can watch the channel without a cable package. Read on for a full guide on the best ways to stream USA Network if you ... Continue reading →