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2 hours ago

WatCH: Fox News's Howard Kurtz Signs Off After 12 Years Hosting MediaBuzz

Howard Kurtz ended MediaBuzz after 12 years, thanking viewers and family, praising Fox's editorial independence, criticizing both political sides while maintaining top ratings.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Charlie Kirk's killing was a tragedy. But we must not rewrite his life | Moira Donegan

Sympathetic tributes to Charlie Kirk after his assassination produced inaccurate hagiographies that misrepresent his life, with Ezra Klein's praise singled out as misleading.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

You Caused This!' Clay Travis Blames Liberals' Nazi' Rhetoric for Kirk Assassination

High-ranking Democrats and liberal media were blamed for fueling political violence by repeatedly labeling MAGA supporters as Nazis after the Charlie Kirk assassination.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

This Man Was Hurting,' Says CNN's Van Jones About Killer Who Stabbed Ukrainian Refugee to Death

The attacker was characterized as being driven by personal hurt—'hurt people hurt people'—and claims of racially motivated motive were condemned as unfounded race-mongering.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Republican Senator Says Attractive' and Ethnic' AOC Is A Creation of the Media'

Sen. John Kennedy called Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez a media-created, shallow figure who deserves a 'certificate of hypocrisy' for recent conduct.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Karoline Leavitt Kicks Off Briefing By Accusing the Media For Shamefully And Intentionally' Failing to Report Charlotte Train Murder

Today I would like to address the tragedy that has not received nearly enough media attention the brutal murder of Iryna Zarutska. Here are the facts that many outlets have shamefully and intentionally failed to report until President Trump drew attention to it: on August 22, Zarutska was stabbed to death on the rail system in Charlotte, North Carolina by a savage career criminal. This is a public transportation system that many in the area use every single day to go to school and work.
US politics
National Football League
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Dave Portnoy Torches Race Baiter' Ryan Clark for On-Air Spat With ESPN Analyst: One of the All-Time Jerks'

Dave Portnoy criticized Ryan Clark for belittling Peter Schrager on air, calling Clark a race-baiting, argumentative commentator who picks fights then apologizes.
New York Islanders
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Sanders, Mamdani rally progressive voters as NYC mayor's race intensifies

Zohran Mamdani, a progressive frontrunner in New York City, prioritises tackling income inequality and affordability while drawing national attention and support alongside Bernie Sanders.
#college-football
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Tucker Carlson Rips Israel for Bombing Christian Churches in Gaza: 'Self-Destructive Behavior'

The two conservative commentators were discussing the Middle East when Knowles mentioned Saint Porphyrius, a Greek Orthodox church in Gaza, which had been damaged by Israeli strikes in October 2023 and in July 2024. I don't understand it. I think it's self-destructive behavior, Carlson said. What I care about is the effect on Christians and that's just not good at all. Knowles, a moment before, said he believed the strike which reportedly killed 18 people, according to Palestinian officials was accidental.
US politics
#donald-trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US politics

Trump Eggs On Karoline Leavitt to Trash CBS's Margaret Brennan: She's Stupid. You Can Put That On the Record.'

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3 weeks ago
US politics

Trump Absolutely Melts Down at Critics of Alaska Summit in Late Night Barrage Throwing Zelensky a Blunt Signal Hours Before Meeting

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1 week ago
US politics

Trump Eggs On Karoline Leavitt to Trash CBS's Margaret Brennan: She's Stupid. You Can Put That On the Record.'

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3 weeks ago
US politics

Trump Absolutely Melts Down at Critics of Alaska Summit in Late Night Barrage Throwing Zelensky a Blunt Signal Hours Before Meeting

Television
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Love Island: Beyond the Villa Finale Recap: It's Time to Go Home

Beyond the Villa's reality-TV format obstructs meaningful critique of television toxicity; a true docuseries or gritty scripted series would better expose its harms.
Film
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

A New Book for VHS Obsessives: 'The Basement Tapes' | KQED

Basement VHS events revive communal, analog film-watching culture, showcasing rare, accidental VHS finds that resist algorithmic streaming convenience and celebrate shared cinematic discovery.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

WTF!?' Conservatives Riot Over ABC Reporting Trump's Name Was Written on Shooter's Gun It Read Kill Donald Trump'

Conservatives criticized ABC News for not explicitly noting that the alleged Minneapolis shooter wrote "Kill Donald Trump" on a gun magazine, prompting backlash.
#ruben-amorim
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Conservatives Lambast CNN Reporter for Bogus Semi-Automatic Gun Claim After School Shooting

A broadcast claim incorrectly stated that semi-automatic firearms can fire dozens of bullets with a single trigger pull, prompting online criticism and factual corrections.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Snipes at Reporter Who Asks Him if His Administration Is Weaponizing Government'

President Trump denied weaponizing the government after being asked whether his administration was digging into mortgage records of officials like Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

A former Boston TV reporter is drawing attention at Fox News

Jacqui Heinrich, a 36-year-old Fox News senior White House correspondent, challenges Republican leaders and delivered blunt criticism of Trump's Alaska summit with Putin.
#tucker-carlson
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

National Review's Rich Lowry Ruthlessly Mocks Tucker Carlson for Out-Tuckering Himself' With Fresh Hitler Apologia

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2 weeks ago
US politics

National Review's Rich Lowry Ruthlessly Mocks Tucker Carlson for Out-Tuckering Himself' With Fresh Hitler Apologia

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump Sounds Off on the Dishonest,' Corrupt' Media to Kick Off Signing Ceremony: Most of You Are Radical Left!'

Media is labeled dishonest and corrupt while landslide election victories and D.C. safety are credited to National Guard deployment and continued electoral success.
US politics
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Marc Maron Had Real Time to Come After Bill Maher

Marc Maron accuses Bill Maher of desperate relevance-chasing, criticizing his tone, willingness to stay in the conversation, and agreement with some Trump actions.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Holocaust Survivor Felt Sick' Seeing Israeli Spokesperson Wear a Yellow Star, Says Media Guilty' of Aiding Gaza Genocide'

An 88-year-old Holocaust survivor condemned Israel's actions in Gaza as genocidal, criticized Western and media inaction, and decried misuse of Holocaust symbolism.
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

When renaming MSNBC to MS NOW, did the branding team use a MAGA focus group?

Maybe someone whispered in the branding team's ear: "Put as much daylight as possible between the new brand and Comcast, by making the new name as ridiculous as can be. We want no part of the lefty network." Truthfully, I think Comcast is just another media conglomerate in the bag for . That's just my humble opinion, although there is some reporting around it.
Television
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Would an 'Unsexiest Woman Alive' list be published today? Maybe not - but body-shaming is definitely back | Arwa Mahdawi

The 90s and 00s were a toxic time for women characterized by body-shaming media and cruel public commentary.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Maggie Haberman Narrowly Defends Fox's Peter Doocy After CNN Anchor Bashes MAGA-fied Trump Press Pool

Doocy asked Zelensky a question that was seen by many as parroting Russian talking points, inquiring about the continued conflict in Ukraine.
US politics
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

Trump's New Pick for a Key Economic Role Really Does Not Inspire Confidence

A new era of economic reporting under Trump's administration aims to mask negative data with optimistic messaging.
The political environment currently features absurd events and figures contributing to the landscape.
US politics
fromRolling Stone
1 month ago

Trump Privately Dismissed Epstein Victims as 'Democrats'

Trump and Republicans are struggling with backlash over their handling of the Epstein investigation amid reports linking Trump to Epstein's files.
US politics
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Bias and Hypocrisy in the Vance River Story

Misjudgment of JD Vance regarding a river level raised for his birthday kayaking trip highlights the importance of understanding context.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Fox News Anchor Bill Hemmer Grills Netanyahu Over Media Criticism, Threatened NYT Lawsuit: You Can See There Is Suffering'

Netanyahu argued that we have to contend with the campaign of vilification done by so-called reputable news media. He mentioned a New York Times story showcasing a Palestinian mother with a supposedly starved child, claiming the child had cerebral palsy, highlighting the media's misrepresentation of facts. "It takes time. People will see the humanitarian surge. People will see our efforts to prevent civilian casualties," he said, emphasizing that eventually, truth prevails.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

MSNBC Host Savages Press Corps for Failing to Drill Trump on Epstein Story

The White House press corps failed to effectively question President Trump about the Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell stories.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

From puppy murder to racist podcasts: South Park's anti-deportation episode is utterly ruthless TV

The episode follows two different stories: in one, the show's resident bigot, Eric Cartman, is outraged to learn that fellow fourth grader Clyde has risen to prominence as a white nationalist podcaster who makes offensive claims about women, Jewish people, Black people and other minority groups to goad them into debating him in exploitative viral videos.
Television
#journalism
#ai-ethics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Everybody Put on their Baghdad Bob Hat!' Morning Joe Crew Rips GOP Lockstep' With Trump's BLS Firing

Republican lawmakers aligned with Trump in firing BLS Commissioner McEntarfer after an unfavorable jobs report.
#trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

CNN's Kaitlan Collins and Maggie Haberman Slam Trump Allies Painting Ghislaine As Victim: Epstein's Victims Would Like A Word'

What I think you're seeing the Trump administration potentially moving toward is claiming she was a victim of Jeffrey Epstein, that she was somehow not a sex trafficker herself, but somebody who was caught up in his crime wave.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

A Big, Fat Man With a Teeny, Tiny Penis': Ex-GOP Rep. Revels in South Park's Trump Episode

Joe Walsh, a former GOP Rep turned Democrat, appreciates a South Park episode mocking Trump, noting its potential impact on his base.
#steve-bannon
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

Steve Bannon Calls for Investigation Into Fox News Over Israel First' Coverage: Are They Dealing Directly With Foreign Intelligence Services?'

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2 months ago
US politics

Steve Bannon Calls for Investigation Into Fox News Over Israel First' Coverage: Are They Dealing Directly With Foreign Intelligence Services?'

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Ana Navarro Brutally Roasts Megyn Kelly Over Colbert Take

Colbert has continued being political following the announcement, knocking Paramount as morally bankrupt over their settlement with Trump. He took that show, which was a great platform in nighttime television at the Ed Sullivan Theater, and completely drove it into the ground, Kelly argued on her show.
Television
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Mike Johnson Lashes Out at the Media: No One In Congress Is Blocking Epstein Documents'

Media reports claiming Mike Johnson adjourned the House early to avoid a vote on Epstein Files are false.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Hannity Pats Himself on the Back Over Russia Hoax,' Despite Previously Saying He Was Certain' Moscow Interfered in 2016 Election

Hannity emphasized that newly declassified documents clearly indicate there was no assessment of Russian interference in the 2016 election, challenging prior narratives.
US politics
Television
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago

A New 20-Minute Supercut of David Letterman Slamming CBS: "You Can't Spell CBS Without BS"

The cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert by CBS was attributed to financial reasons related to declining ad revenues.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

I Don't Believe the Polls!' Tom Homan Dismisses Surveys Showing Trump Deep Underwater on Immigration in MSNBC Interview

Tom Homan dismissed negative polling on immigration policy, questioning the validity of the numbers and criticizing media narratives.
Television
fromVulture
1 month ago

Jon Stewart Isn't Afraid of Cancelation: 'I'm Not Going Anywhere"

Colbert's show cancellation reflects a broader climate of fear and compliance within American institutions.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Chip Gaines Vehemently Defends Same-Sex Couple Who Featured in 'Back to the Frontier' Amid Brutal Online Backlash

Chip Gaines defended same-sex couple Jason and Joe Hanna-Riggs featured in 'Back to the Frontier,' after backlash for including an LGBTQ+ family in the series.
LGBT
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Fox News' Bill Melugin Calls Out Local Fox Producer Slamming His Grimy' Border Patrol Ride Along'

Bill Melugin faced criticism for his coverage of a Border Patrol raid that led to multiple arrests.
#chris-cuomo
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Ben Shapiro Goes OFF on Tucker Carlson for Bashing Trump and America

Tucker Carlson was criticized by Ben Shapiro for making accusations against Trump without direct confrontation.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trainwreck!' Megyn Kelly and MAGA Influencer Embarrassed at Epstein Binder Flop Torch Pam Bondi

Wheeler and Kelly criticized Pam Bondi for her handling of The Epstein Files event, highlighting its lack of new information and the resulting embarrassment.
#trump-administration
US politics
fromCommon Dreams
2 months ago

Satirical 'Mamdani Times' Takes Aim at NYT's 'Desperate' Coverage of Mayoral Candidate | Common Dreams

Satirical website Mamdani Times mocks New York Times' controversial coverage of millennial candidate Zohran Mamdani.
Digital life
fromExchangewire
2 months ago

The Slop Web: Welcome to the AI-Generated Ghost Town

AI-generated content, or 'slop', has become mainstream, attracting attention but facing criticism for its quality and sustainability.
US politics
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

How The New York Times is (still) getting gamed by the right

The New York Times exhibits poor news judgment by framing minority identity narratives in a way that caters to right-wing beliefs.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Dan Abrams Defends Trump From Unfair' Partisan Attacks After Texas Flood Tragedy

Abrams stated that it is unfair to blame the Trump administration for the tragic flooding, asserting that the National Weather Service's cuts did not significantly hinder their predictive capabilities.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Depraved Lie': White House Slams Democrats and Media for Blaming Texas Flood Deaths on Trump

Karoline Leavitt condemned blaming Trump for Texas flooding deaths, labeling it a depraved lie amid the disaster.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Gary Lineker says BBC should hold its head in shame' for dropping Gaza film

Gary Lineker stated that the BBC should hold its head in shame for not airing the documentary 'Gaza: Doctors Under Attack,' criticizing its leadership for failing over the conflict.
US politics
US politics
fromPoynter
2 months ago

When Jon Stewart took over 'The Daily Show,' satire became a trusted news source - Poynter

Jon Stewart's appearance on 'Crossfire' highlighted media's detrimental impact on democracy by focusing on sensationalism over substantial political discourse.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

MSNBC Host Savages Hegseth Over Drunk'-Sounding Presser On Trump Strikes: Stupidest Public Lie Ever'

O'Donnell accused Hegseth of perpetuating the 'stupidest public lie ever told' and questioned his sobriety during a questionable press conference.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Conduct Unbecoming': Veteran Group Leader Rips Hegseth For Politicizing the Military' With Wild Attack On the Media

That's America's secretary of defense. To use a military term, it's conduct unbecoming. He looks rattled. He obviously looks thin-skinned. He's extremely aggressive and volatile.
US politics
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Fox's Jesse Watters Accuses CNN of Spewing Enemy Propaganda' For Reporting On U.S. Intelligence

Watters criticized CNN for allegedly promoting enemy propaganda regarding U.S. military effectiveness in Iran.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Yes, the Iran Mission Was Successful. No, We Are Not Taking Questions.

I've called you members of the Fake News together for this special meeting because I can't believe you could have gotten it so wrong.
US news
#us-military
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
US news

US military officials say Iran's facilities are destroyed' after strike

Defense Secretary Hegseth defends US bombing of Iran, despite conflicting intelligence, emphasizing a successful military campaign led by Trump.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
US news

Pentagon chief: Iran strike was a 'historically successful attack'

The media's focus is more on opposing Trump than on reporting military successes.
The U.S. military operation against Iranian nuclear sites was termed a success by officials.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

His Screeching is Absolutely Unbearable!' Marjorie Taylor Green Lays Into Mark Levin, Propaganda' Fox News

I can't believe that Fox News allows one of their hosts to go around and call me names on his social media. That is so unprofessional.
Right-wing politics
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago

Squid Game creator responds to backlash over cis actor playing trans role

"In Korea, there are really not many transgender [people] who have come out and are actors, and there [are] just a couple of gay [actors] who have come out publicly, so it was physically difficult to find a transgender actor who could really play the role. It was, realistically speaking, nearly impossible."
SF LGBT
fromFuturism
2 months ago

As Rumors Fly, Elon Musk's Posts "Results" of Drug Test for PCP, Benzos and More

Late last month, the New York Times published an eyebrow-raising story in which sources claiming that billionaire Elon Musk was traveling with a "daily medication box that held about 20 pills."
Cannabis
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Marjorie Taylor Greene Tears Into Propaganda' Fox News, New York Post: American People Have Been Brainwashed'

Organizations like Fox News and the New York Post are accused of promoting war propaganda, with figures like Rep. Greene urging against military conflict with Iran.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Bob Costas Condemns Mainstream Press for Doing MAGA Media': There Really Isn't Two Sides'

Bob Costas criticized major media organizations for their handling of Trump issues, particularly regarding lawsuits and editorial independence.
UK news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Karoline Leavitt Rips BBC Over Reporting on Israeli Shootings: We Don't Take the Word of Hamas'

The White House criticized BBC for its reporting on Israeli attacks on Palestinians, emphasizing the importance of verifying information before publicizing it.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Jake Tapper Criticizes the Media for Ignoring Real Stories Because Fox News Is Covering Them

Mainstream media often avoids covering stories highlighted by Fox News, diluting critical discussions, as articulated by CNN's Jake Tapper.
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