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fromKotaku
4 days ago

Hulk Hogan's Sex Tape Lawsuit Changed Kotaku Forever

On the occasion of the wrestling star's death this week, the unexpected though not always unintended consequences have never felt more clear, though their enduring and pernicious impact on Kotaku may seem less obvious.
US politics
#cbs-news
fromPoynter
2 months ago
Podcast

For CBS News, Wendy McMahon's resignation marks more than just a leadership change - Poynter

fromPoynter
2 months ago
Podcast

For CBS News, Wendy McMahon's resignation marks more than just a leadership change - Poynter

#reproductive-rights
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Daily newsletter 7/22

U.S. Olympic Committee bars transgender women from competing due to Trump's executive order.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

The Observer apologises for racist' cartoon of Zarah Sultana

The Observer apologized and removed a racist cartoon depicting Zarah Sultana after accusations of brownface and mockery.
#journalism
fromPoynter
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

What is NOTUS? Young reporters in a "teaching hospital for journalism" learn from DC veterans - Poynter

US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Who said that? NPR's approach to anonymous sources

NPR allows anonymous sources to provide essential information when risks of identification are high.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Bat found with rare rabies-like virus in UK back garden

The Independent focuses on essential reporting in critical areas like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
fromPoynter
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

What is NOTUS? Young reporters in a "teaching hospital for journalism" learn from DC veterans - Poynter

Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The BBC has alienated everyone with its Gaza coverage. After this latest failure, who will be left to defend it? | Owen Jones

The BBC's documentary on Gaza was removed due to political backlash despite its adherence to editorial guidelines and the irrelevance of the narrator's familial connections.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Stephen Colbert Absolutely Nukes CBS's Parent Company for Giving Trump a Big Fat Bribe'

Paramount's $16 million settlement with Trump is seen as a significant bribe by Stephen Colbert.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I'm a teacher who has integrated AI and ChatGPT into my classroom. It saves me time and helps me be a more efficient educator.

AI enhances teaching efficiency by helping create customized learning materials and interactive resources.
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Why are liberals cozying up to race scientists?

The New York Times' report on Zohran Mamdani's Columbia application raises questions about the credibility of its sources, particularly in relation to scientific racism.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Billy Bush warned NBC about animal' Trump after Access Hollywood' chat

Billy Bush warned NBC about Donald Trump's inappropriate behavior towards women, citing concerns over potential backlash to the network's major star.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.thelocal.se
2 weeks ago

Why are Swedish media suddenly naming Forssell as minister in white supremacism scandal?

Migration Minister Johan Forssell has been identified as linked to white supremacist groups through a family member.
#trump
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago

CBS News owner Paramount settles Trump's lawsuit over '60 Minutes' interview for $16 million - Poynter

Paramount has argued that it did nothing wrong. Regardless, the company likely decided to settle because it is currently awaiting approval from the Federal Communications Commission for its proposed merger with Skydance Media.
US politics
#bbc
fromAdvocate.com
4 weeks ago

How, under Donald Trump, we are increasingly becoming unapologetically unapologetic

News anchors often show visible discomfort when reporting on controversial subjects, reflecting personal and ethical conflicts.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Donal Lynch: Tattle Life was a slander sweatshop, but you can't ban gossip. And maybe that's not such a bad thing

Gossip columns are often seen as bottom feeding, rotting your brain by indulging in speculation about celebrities' personal lives, as evidenced by the recent Premier League rumor.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 month ago

Advice to fact-checkers at GlobalFact: Innovate, collaborate, uphold ethics - Poynter

"It's between power and independent journalism. And technology that was once a tool, is today a new source of power, because the authors of technology have become a strong power, and they have a new agenda."
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Jake Tapper Defends CNN's Iran Report, Rips Trump Criticism

CNN's reporting on Iran military strikes offers a nuanced view based on intelligence assessments, contrary to the Trump administration's claims.
#donald-trump
fromPoynter
1 month ago
US news

News outlets don't usually publish the f-word. Then came Trump's Israel-Iran ceasefire rant. - Poynter

fromPoynter
1 month ago
US news

News outlets don't usually publish the f-word. Then came Trump's Israel-Iran ceasefire rant. - Poynter

US politics
fromwww.sun-sentinel.com
2 months ago

Trump suffered mental anguish' from disputed CBS News interview with Harris, lawyer says

Trump's lawsuit against CBS is about mental anguish and reputation damage from an edited interview with Kamala Harris.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Fired ABC News journalist stands by his post criticizing Trump and adviser

The remarks I made about Stephen Miller were true and strongly felt, reflecting my stance against the intolerance prevalent in our political discourse.
US politics
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

People deletes Olivia Munn story after Ms. Rachel comments draw 'threats'

People magazine deleted a story about Olivia Munn after it incited violent threats, prioritizing safety over publication integrity.
#terry-moran
#abc-news
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Katie Price objectified' in Diesel clothing advert

Quality journalism should be accessible to everyone, and donations help maintain reporting on important issues across the political spectrum.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Editorial: Stop Google thievery that undermines local journalism

Google profits from journalism without compensation, threatening local news outlets' survival. State lawmakers must act to require payment for journalism used by online platforms.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

It's Right There On the Tape': MSNBC Reporter Fires Back After Tom Homan Calls Him Dishonest'

Homan criticized Soboroff for allegedly editing an interview to imply he threatened to arrest Governor Newsom, denying he ever made such a threat.
NYC politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

'Waiting for Britney Spears': 5 shocking (allegedly true) stories from a former tabloid writer

Jeff Weiss explores the relentless nature of celebrity culture and media consumption surrounding Britney Spears in his new book.
UK news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Eilis O'Hanlon: RTE fact-checkers love running the rule over Donald Trump - but they should look closer to home

RTÉ's prevailing ethos limits certain perspectives.
Kevin Bakhurst expressed frustration over media criticism regarding RTÉ's marketing campaign.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Gerry Adams verdict: BBC's 2m gamble on the 'public interest' defence that has never yet delivered

The jury ultimately concluded that the BBC had failed to demonstrate that their report concerning Gerry Adams was made with fairness and reasonableness, deeming it inappropriate to publish such claims without concrete evidence.
UK news
fromKqed
1 month ago

An SF Journalist Took Photos of ICE Officers. Then He Was Asked to Blur Their Faces | KQED

Media outlets should resist altering images upon government request to uphold press freedom.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Stephen A. Smith Scolds Sean Hannity for Bad Language

Stephen A. Smith confronted Sean Hannity about inappropriate language during a tense interview, emphasizing respect on primetime TV.
fromPoynter
2 months ago

When homelessness rises, so do the stakes of getting the story right - Poynter

Reporting on homelessness challenges traditional journalism frameworks, prompting a need for better guidelines.
A collective of reporters has created a guide to aid in nuanced homelessness reporting.
Privacy professionals
fromPoynter
2 months ago

Student reporters are under pressure to protect sources - and still tell the truth - Poynter

Student journalists increasingly face challenges in source attribution due to a rise in demands for anonymity among interviewees.
Media industry
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Gayle King could lose job amid CBS woes, Blue Origin space debacle'

Gayle King faces uncertainty as host of CBS Mornings amid network budget cuts and controversies over her space ride participation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Brazilian tribe sues New York Times for allegedly portraying members as porn addicts

The Marubo tribe is suing the New York Times for defamatory portrayals of their internet exposure, seeking hundreds of millions in damages.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

They Abused Us!' Fox News White House Correspondent Reveals How Biden Team Shut Down' Stories on His Decline

The Biden White House allegedly pressured journalists to avoid covering concerns about the president's mental acuity.
#ai-in-journalism
Artificial intelligence
fromUnHerd
2 months ago

Fake summer reading list exposes AI threat to journalism

AI-generated content by media outlets can lead to authenticity issues and public backlash.
Transparency in AI usage is crucial to maintain reader trust in journalism.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
US news

Major newspapers ran a summer reading list. AI made up book titles.

AI-generated content has infiltrated mainstream media, leading to the publication of inaccurate information and fictional expert quotes.
Artificial intelligence
fromUnHerd
2 months ago

Fake summer reading list exposes AI threat to journalism

AI-generated content by media outlets can lead to authenticity issues and public backlash.
Transparency in AI usage is crucial to maintain reader trust in journalism.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Major newspapers ran a summer reading list. AI made up book titles.

AI-generated content has infiltrated mainstream media, leading to the publication of inaccurate information and fictional expert quotes.
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Journalists at Chicago Newspaper "Deeply Disturbed" That "Disaster" AI Slop Was Printed Alongside Their Real Work

The Sun-Times came under fire this week after readers called attention to a 'summer reading list' published in the paper's weekend edition that recommended books that turned out to be completely nonexistent.
Artificial intelligence
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Hunter Biden Drops Nuke on Jake Tapper, Exposing Bitter Feud: Go F*ck Yourself!'

The conflict between Jake Tapper and Hunter Biden highlights tensions surrounding media coverage and personal tragedy.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Chicago Sun-Times Apologizes to Readers for AI-Created Summer Reading List That Was Mostly Nonexistent Books

A recent Chicago Sun-Times article featured mostly fictitious, AI-generated book titles, prompting a public retraction and discussion about the reliability of AI in journalism.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Senators question Paramount over efforts to settle Trump lawsuit

Democratic senators are investigating Paramount's handling of Trump's lawsuit against 60 Minutes, concerned that improper conduct may affect its merger with Skydance Media.
Media industry
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Video. Pope Leo XIV calls for the release of imprisoned journalists

Pope Leo XIV emphasized the importance of free speech and urged journalists to embrace peace-building through their words, rejecting the 'paradigm of war'.
World news
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Macron rubbishes cocaine train claims: Fake news spread by France's enemies'

The Independent emphasizes the need for transparent journalism to counter fake news, as seen in France's response to Russian disinformation about European leaders.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

This Video Of A Fox News Host Trying To Continue A Segment After His Guest Fainted On-Air Is Going Viral

A few seconds into the clip, Fox News panelist and former Donald Trump staffer Camryn Kinsey began noticeably stuttering as she spoke.
UK news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Black Guest Loses It After Piers Morgan Dares Woman to Say the N-Word': Don't Invite Her for Ratings To Call Me the N-Word!'

Marc Lamont Hill denounced Piers Morgan for encouraging the use of racially harmful language on-air, emphasizing the impact such words have on those targeted.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Elon Musk, Board Chair: Tesla Isn't Looking for a New CEO | Entrepreneur

Tesla denies reports about searching for a new CEO, asserting Elon Musk will remain in his position with board confidence.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Tesla denies contacting headhunters to replace Musk

Tesla’s board was falsely reported to have contacted recruitment firms to find a successor for Elon Musk, amid concerns over his focus on other commitments.
Cryptocurrency
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Aluko pulls out of awards role after Wright criticism

Eni Aluko withdrew from her presenting role at the Women's Football Awards following criticism of Ian Wright, highlighting the finite opportunities for female pundits.
Women in technology
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Jury finds The New York Times did not libel former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin

A jury found that The New York Times did not libel Sarah Palin in her defamation lawsuit.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Tapper Rips CBS Owner for 60 Minutes Shakeup Amid Trump Pressure: Hope the Money's Worth It, Shari'

Editorial discretion is a common practice in media; Trump's lawsuit over 60 Minutes is seen as frivolous by experts.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Freemasons 'regret' Conor McGregor-Tucker Carlson interview being held in their venue

The Freemasons of Ireland regretted a controversial interview held at their venue, claiming they were unaware of its participants.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Rodgers defends Idah after night out video

Brendan Rodgers defends Adam Idah, criticizing those who film footballers during personal time, highlighting the pressures young players face.
#gisele-pelicot
US news
fromwww.poynter.org
3 months ago

Matt Drudge broke the Lewinsky story and the media gatekeepers

The Monica Lewinsky scandal transformed journalism, showcasing the tension between media standards and the urgency of breaking news.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Braves reporter gets female fan's number during live segment - and his peers are furious

The incident of a reporter asking for a fan's number raises concerns about double standards in sports journalism and treatment of male vs. female reporters.
#deepfakes
fromA Philosopher's Blog
3 months ago
philosophy

Deep Fakes Revisited

Looker predicted digital impersonation technology with harmful intents, now demonstrated in today's deepfake phenomenon.
Artificial intelligence
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

AI is a Dangerous Weapon in the Age of Misinformation | HackerNoon

AI's ability to generate misinformation, particularly deepfakes, poses significant risks, as highlighted by calls for regulation following harmful incidents.
Artificial intelligence
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

AI is a Dangerous Weapon in the Age of Misinformation | HackerNoon

AI's ability to generate misinformation, particularly deepfakes, poses significant risks, as highlighted by calls for regulation following harmful incidents.
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