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Weather Channel Series Asks ‘What If?’
In “Forecasting the End,” a new series that premieres tonight at 8 p.m. CT, the Weather Channel explores scientifically accurate “what-if” scenarios that could end civilization. Supervolcanoes, mega tsunamis, rogue planets, huge solar flares and more are examined.
The Weather Channel is available to virtually all Suddenlink customers who have what is commonly known as Expanded Basic TV service.
Wall-to-Wall Tourney Action Begins
The NCAA Tournament gets into full swing today and tomorrow, with 64 teams taking to the courts. Among the 32 teams playing today is Oklahoma State University, located in Suddenlink-served Stillwater. The fifth-seeded Cowboys meet 12th-seeded Oregon at 3:30 p.m. CT on TNT. The Stillwater News-Press previews the game.
Every game of the tournament will air live on CBS, TNT, TBS and truTV.
Local CBS stations are available to all Suddenlink TV customers on what is commonly known as Basic TV service; TNT and TBS are available on Expanded Basic; and truTV is available to most customers on either Expanded Basic or one of our incremental levels of service known as digital tiers.
To register for online viewing, start here.
Customers who register one time with their Suddenlink user name and password can watch the games available on channels included in their TV package, as well as stats and video highlights during the tournament.
You can also download the NCAA March Madness Live iOS (Apple) app or Android app for mobile viewing.
First-Round Action Continues Tonight on truTV
The NCAA Tournament’s four-game first round concludes this evening with two games on truTV. Long Island University-Brooklyn takes on James Madison University in the opener at 5:40 p.m. CT. In the nightcap, Boise State University meets La Salle University at approximately 8:10 p.m. CT. The winners will move on to the second round, or round of 64, which begins tomorrow. They’ll join last night’s first-round winners, North Carolina A&T and St. Mary’s College.
Every remaining game of the tournament will air live on CBS, TNT, TBS and truTV.
Local CBS stations are available to all Suddenlink TV customers on what is commonly known as Basic TV service; TNT and TBS are available on Expanded Basic; and truTV is available to most customers on either Expanded Basic or one of our incremental levels of service known as digital tiers.
To pre-register for online viewing, visit this Suddenlink.net page and follow the instructions provided there. Customers who register one time with their Suddenlink user name and password can watch the games available on channels included in their TV package, as well as stats and video highlights during the tournament.
You can also download the NCAA March Madness Live iOS (Apple) app or Android app for mobile viewing.
Cast, Creators Preview New Season of ‘Mad Men’
AMC is is available to virtually all Suddenlink customers who have what is commonly known as Expanded Basic TV service.
NCAA Tourney Starts Tonight on truTV
Doubleheader action this evening features North Carolina A&T State University vs. Liberty University at 5:40 p.m. CT. St. Mary’s College meets Middle Tennessee State University at 8:10 p.m. CT. Pre-game coverage begins at 5 p.m. CT. Another doubleheader will be played tomorrow night.
All 67 games of the tournament will air live on CBS, TNT, TBS and truTV.
Local CBS stations are available to all Suddenlink TV customers on what is commonly known as Basic TV service; TNT and TBS are available on Expanded Basic; and truTV is available to most customers on either Expanded Basic or one of our incremental levels of service known as digital tiers.
To pre-register for online access to the games, visit this Suddenlink.net page and follow the instructions provided there.
Customers who register one time with their Suddenlink user name and password can watch the games available on channels included in their TV package, as well as stats and video highlights during the tournament.
You can also download the NCAA March Madness Live iOS (Apple) app or Android app for mobile viewing.
Vote for Top NCAA Players, Team, Moment
Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the men’s basketball championship, the NCAA is inviting fans to vote for the top 15 all-time players, the single best all-time team, and the single best all-time moment.
And as long as you’re picking things, you might want to consider USA Today sports “bracketologist” Patrick Stevens’ first-round predictions and tips for winning the office pool.
Get Ready for NCAA Tournament Action
The NCAA® Men’s Division I Basketball Championship Tournament begins Tuesday, March 19, and runs through Monday, April 8.
All 67 games will air live on CBS, TNT, TBS and truTV. (TNT and TBS are available to all Suddenlink customers who have what is commonly known as Expanded Basic TV service, while truTV is available to most Suddenlink customers on either Expanded Basic or one of our incremental levels of service known as digital tiers.)
To pre-register for online access to the games, visit this Suddenlink.net page and follow the instructions provided there. Note: Once you’re at the NCAA March Madness® Live page, select “Settings” – at the top of the page – to find a list of providers including Suddenlink.
Customers who register one time with their Suddenlink user name and password can watch the games available on channels included in their TV package, as well as stats and video highlights during the tournament. You can also download the NCAA March Madness Live app from the Apple App Store for mobile viewing.
UFC 158 Live on Pay-Per-View Tomorrow
UFC welterweight champion Georges St-Pierre faces his fiercest rival, Nick Diaz, at UFC 158, Saturday, March 16, live at 9 p.m. CT on Pay-Per-View (PPV) from Suddenlink. Other matches on the main card include Mike Ricci vs. Colin Fletcher, Chris Camozzi vs. Nick Ring, Jake Ellenberger vs. Nate Marquardt and Carlos Condit vs. Johny Hendricks.
This event is available only to residential, non-commercial customers, at a price of $44.99 ($54.99 in high-definition format where available), which excludes taxes, fees, and equipment charges. The event requires a digital set-top box (receiver) and is available only in areas where Suddenlink offers PPV. Other restrictions may apply. Residential orders can be placed using a digital remote or by calling 877-694-9474 for more information.
Four preliminary matches will be broadcast live on FX, which is available to virtually all Suddenlink customers who have what is commonly known as Expanded Basic TV service.
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Please note that Suddenlink video-on-demand (VOD) and pay-per-view (PPV) are distinct services. Where VOD service is available, Suddenlink customers with digital receivers can find the VOD menu by tuning to Channel 1. In contrast, where PPV service is available, customers should be able to locate the PPV menu through their digital receiver’s interactive channel guide. Alternatively, if customers have trouble locating the PPV menu through the channel guide, they should be able to find it on one of the following channels, depending on where they receive service: 301, 500, 501, 621, 801, 811, 821 or 871.
New on Suddenlink VOD: ‘Rise of the Guardians’
Animated adventure film “Rise of the Guardians” is now available through Suddenlink Video on Demand (VOD).
When the evil spirit Pitch launches an assault on Earth, the Immortal Guardians (Santa Claus, Easter Bunny and Jack Frost) team to protect the innocence of children all around the world. The movie features the voice talents of Chris Pine, Alec Baldwin, Hugh Jackman, Isla Fisher and Jude Law.
Where Suddenlink VOD is available, check out this and other titles by going to Channel 1. A Suddenlink digital receiver is required to access the VOD menu.
Discovery Previews Show With Pi Day Celebration
Today is Pi Day, the annual celebration of the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. To celebrate, Discovery Channel is previewing its upcoming show, “The Big Brain Theory,” and inviting website visitors to enter a Pi Day contest for a chance to win a prize pack. The contest runs through April 1.
Discovery Channel is available to all Suddenlink customers who have what is commonly known as Expanded Basic TV service.
