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'Deadspin' Journalists Submit Their Resignations To Protest Mandate From New Owners
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Journalists have submitted their resignations en masse to the website Deadspin in a revolt against the policies of new ownership.
Facebook Introduces News Tab
Saturday, October 26, 2019
Facebook began rolling out a feature in the U.S. on its mobile app: a tab called Facebook News. It highlights stories from established publications selected by a team of journalists.
Astros Fire Team Official Over Comments To Reporters
Friday, October 25, 2019
The Houston Astros have fired a top team official who taunted female reporters in the team's locker-room during a celebration of the team's pennant-clinching victory over the New York Yankees.
Houston Astros Fire Assistant General Manager After Uproar Over Comments To Reporters
Thursday, October 24, 2019
The Houston Astros fired assistant general manager Brandon Taubman for inappropriate comments directed at a group of female reporters.
Astros Executive's Rant At Reporters Draws Firestorm On Eve Of Series
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
As the Houston Astros prepare for Game 1 of the World Series, the front office grapples with fallout from Assistant General Manager Brandon Taubman's profane rant targeting female reporters.
NBC News Executives Under Siege After Release Of 'Catch And Kill'
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
The president of NBC News sent a rebuttal to Ronan Farrow over the network's handling of Matt Lauer and the failure to broadcast reporting on Harvey Weinstein. Farrow authored Catch And Kill.
Video Of Fake Trump Attacking Media Is Widely Condemned
Monday, October 14, 2019
A graphic video showing a fake President Trump shooting and stabbing journalists and political adversaries was shown during a pro-Trump conference at the president's Miami resort last week.
Fox News Anchor Shepard Smith Announces He Is Leaving The Network
Friday, October 11, 2019
Shepard Smith, an anchor at Fox News, announced he is leaving the network. Smith's willingness to question the veracity of some of President Trump's statements put him under pressure at the network.
Former Today Show Host Matt Lauer Accused Of Rape At 2014 Sochi Olympics
Wednesday, October 09, 2019
A former junior colleague of former Today Show host Matt Lauer has gone on record accusing him of raping her at 2014 Sochi Olympics. Her account also raises questions about NBC's actions and climate.
Matt Lauer Accused Of Rape In New Book; Former NBC Star Denies 'False Stories'
Wednesday, October 09, 2019
New details about Lauer's alleged behavior are in Ronan Farrow's forthcoming book. Until now, the accuser's identity and her specific allegation of rape had not been publicly known.
Mass Layoffs, Chaos At 'Sports Illustrated' Spark Journalists' Rebellion
Thursday, October 03, 2019
Executives told staff members on Thursday that about half the newsroom would be laid off, according to two people present at the meetings. The 65-year-old magazine will be run by a digital publisher.
How Does A President Handle Impeachment Inquiry Stress?
Thursday, October 03, 2019
President Nixon withdrew during his impeachment crisis. President Clinton turned to historians and berated aides. President Trump? He seeks solace on Twitter through conservative media.
Rudy Giuliani's TV Appearances May Be Fueling Impeachment Scrutiny
Tuesday, October 01, 2019
Democrats subpoenaed documents from presidential lawyer Rudy Giuliani, citing statements from a CNN interview. We explore how TV appearances are driving events in the Ukraine whistleblower probe.
How Conservative Media Outlets Are Reacting To The Trump-Ukraine News
Friday, September 27, 2019
Fox News fans are getting a steady flow of information about the fallout from President Trump's call with the Ukrainian president. Nearly all the network's hosts and guests blame Democrats.
Critics Assail 'New York Times' After Publication Of New Kavanaugh Allegations
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
The New York Times seems unsure of how to handle the controversy sparked by a recent article offering new details on allegations against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh.
Sharpiegate Blossoms Into A Full-Fledged Political Crisis
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
There are allegations the Trump administration is pressuring scientists within government agencies responsible for tracking weather after the president displayed an altered map of Hurricane Dorian.
MIT Media Lab Director Resigns Over Reported Epstein Ties
Saturday, September 07, 2019
Joichi Ito has resigned as director of the MIT Media Lab after a New Yorker article detailed the lengths to which the Lab concealed funds received from Jeffrey Epstein.
NPR Names Veteran Media Executive John Lansing As Its New CEO
Thursday, September 05, 2019
John Lansing will succeed Jarl Mohn as NPR's next CEO. Lansing is currently chief executive of the government agency that oversees Voice of America and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, among others.
A Dead Cat, A Lawyer's Call And A 5-Figure Donation: How Media Fell Short On Epstein
Thursday, August 22, 2019
Why did it take some of the nation's biggest news organizations so long to take seriously the accusations against the late Jeffrey Epstein? Allegations about his behavior go back more than a decade.
Why 'Vanity Fair' Story Left Out Abuse Allegations Against Epstein
Thursday, August 22, 2019
The media recently has feasted on news about the case involving the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. Yet the press only paid only intermittent attention until an investigative series late last year.